A&E Television
History.com: The States
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Nation
Cartoon Ben Franklin guides students through a simple geography lesson about the seven continents, North America, the fifty states, and Washington, D.C.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: West Point in the Making of America
Online part of a Smithsonian exhibit to honor the 200th anniversary of West Point, the site includes history, interactive maps, historical documents and artifacts.
BBC
Bbc Mundo: Mundo Latino
A special BBC feature, originally done as part of 2000 election coverage, on the growing presence and voting power of Latinos in the United States. Click US states on a map to see where and how Latino influence will be felt over the next...
US Department of Agriculture
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Columbia River
This site offers information about the Columbia River, its history and gorge geology.