Life in the Sahara activity:

USGS: Desertification found at http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/deserts/desertification/

http://oceanworld.tamu.edu/resources/environment-book/desertificationinsahel.html

http://alliance.la.asu.edu/model/geoliteracyCD/LessonFiles/Stout/StoutDesertArticle.pdf

a threat to the Sahel http://www.eden-foundation.org/project/desertif.html

Student activity - Trekking to Timbuktu

http://edsitement.neh.gov/lesson-plan/lesson-2-trekking-timbuktu-trade-ancient-west-africa-student-version

Study sites for 5 themes:

http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/quizshow.php?title=five-themes-geography_2&quesnum=1

 Country studies:

http://www.factmonster.com/countries.html

http://library.thinkquest.org/CR0212302/akidslifein.html

not all country's  are here

http://www.kidinfo.com/geography/the_world.html

link to other sites

http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/places/

http://kids.yahoo.com/reference/world-factbook

http://www.factmonster.com/atlas/

country maps

http://www.timeforkids.com/around-the-world

some countries

http://www.ducksters.com/geography/

ECONOMICS:

Econopolis site

http://library.thinkquest.org/3901/?tqskip1=1   

http://www.sascurriculumpathways.com/portal/      

 user name  east7space   do not need password

for SUPPLY AND DEMAND ACTIVITY  -  type in 1145 in box next to word 'go'

for ECONOMICS SYSTEMS                    - type in 1513

for WTO                                                     -  type in 217

for CONSUMER WARNING LABELS     -  type in 1144

for STARTING YOUR OWN COMPANY -  type in 413

SUPPLY AND DEMAND GAMES

http://www.shmoop.com/supply-demand/game.html

charcoal game

http://www.bos.frb.org/peanuts/indexnosound.htm

baseball game

HOLOCAUST SITES:

http://iwitness.usc.edu/SFI/Default.aspx

eye-witness accounts in 20 categories

http://www.remember.org/image/index.html

photos of Holocaust history

http://www.phdn.org/histgen/schmitz/indexeng.html

photos of Holocaust

http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/Holocaust/phototoc.html

photos and maps of HOlocaust

http://www.remember.org/links/

several links to Holocaust

http://www.remember.org/

virtual 360 degree tours of concentration camp (scroll down)

http://history1900s.about.com/od/holocaust/tp/holocaust.htm

comprehensive resources about the Holocaust

http://library.thinkquest.org/12663/

HOlocaust projects by students for students 

http://la8period1.pbworks.com/w/page/6659971/FrontPage

information by 8th graders  use wiki 1,2,3,7 for topics and ideas 

http://thechildrenoftheholocaust.com/

several things to do here

http://www.kidskonnect.com/subject-index/16-history/269-holocaust.html

many links here to many Holocaust topics

http://www.remember.org/image/tamara/

http://www.ushmm.org/museum/exhibit/online/phistories/  

Students may find it interesting to read additional stories from the Holocaust. There are many examples on the Web

http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/holo.html

Jewish virtual library

http://www.aish.com/ho/

Holocaust studies

http://www.holocaustsurvivors.org/

survivor site

http://www.holocaust-history.org/

history project

http://www.phdn.org/histgen/schmitz/maidan01.html

pile of shoes at Maidanek

http://www.phdn.org/histgen/schmitz/auschw01.html

pile of glasses at Auschwitz

http://www.phdn.org/histgen/schmitz/teeth.html

gold teeth and dental work

http://www.proteacher.com/redirect.php?goto=4555

teaching the Holocause

STATISTICS SITES:

http://www.os-connect.com/pop/p3n.asp

birth and death rates alphabetized

http://www.os-connect.com/pop/p4n.asp?sort=Country&ord=

infant mortality rate

http://siakhenn.tripod.com/birth.html

birth rate alphabetically

http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0873844.html

general world stats

https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/

cia stats

http://www.nationmaster.com/index.php

compare two countries

http://www.worldstat.org/

find any country stat here

http://www.libraryspot.com/statistics/worldstats.htm

links to 8 stat sites

http://cia-world-fact-book.findthedata.org/

compare any data using refined search

http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0770063.html

world facts and stats

 http://www.internetworldstats.com/

internet world stats

http://www.worldometers.info/

real world stats

http://stats.oecd.org/index.aspx

OECD Statistics (GDP, unemployment, income, population ...

http://www.infoplease.com/world/statistics/economic-statistics-by-country.html

GDP of countries

http://www.photius.com/rankings/

many different kinds of data - but watch the dates of the info!!!!!

http://siteresources.worldbank.org/DATASTATISTICS/Resources/GDP.pdf

ranking of country GDP from highest ot lowest GDP

These are some web sites that may be interesting and helpful. 

http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/CIVAFRCA/SONGHAY.HTM

Read the interesting history of African civilization in this concise description. Learn about some important discoveries that came from this time.

http://www.learner.org/exhibits/collapse/mali.html
Helps to explain why two African civilizations, Mali and Songhai, fell apart. Covers conquests and how modern scholars know what happened to these empires.

http://library.thinkquest.org/13406/sh/?tqskip1=1
This site describes how Saharan trade routes provided a link between Europe and Africa. It provides information on the gold and salt trade in the history of the two continents and how the trade route was established.

Africa Sahel and Sahara Desert

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/africa/explore/index_flash.html

Interactive glossary for Africa

http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0072957549/student_view0/interactive_glossary.html

 

 

GREECE ODYSSEY http://www.carlos.emory.edu/ODYSSEY/

 

 

Ancient Civilizations through the fall of Rome

 

 

http://www.theancientweb.com/explore/index.aspx

Great place to start - click on your country and enjoy

 

http://www.kathimitchell.com/ancivil.html 

SECOND GREAT PLACE TO START OR CONTINUE

            Ancient Civilizations for kids:  Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, Vhina, Greece, Rome

            many links to sites about the above civilzations

 

http://www.mrdonn.org/ancienthistory.html

EASY TO READ AND USE  -  GOOD BEGINNING INFO, THEN BRANCH OUT TO OTHER SITES

 

 

 

Introduction to History
http://www.ology.amnh.org/archaeology/bigideas/index.html
A great explanation of what archaeology is and why it is important. You can follow the steps an archaeologist may go through when working at a site.

 

http://www.ology.amnh.org/archaeology/tools/index.html
This interactive game gives students a chance to see what kind of tools archaeologists use. The game looks at the excavation of a Spanish Mission on St. Catherines Island, Georgia.

 

http://www.yorkarchaeology.co.uk/artefacts/childrens/kidsframeset-1.htm
Young archaeologists will enjoy this site full of information and examples of historical pieces that were discovered on excavations. You'll also find descriptions of various jobs in the archeological field.

 

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webquests/archaeology/tindex.html
Students will assist archaeologists in identifying artifacts and determing their importance in Greek society in this intriguing webquest. After using the resources provided, students will write a summary of their findings and present their recommendations to the class.

 

 

River Valley Civilizations: Mesopotamia and Egypt

 

 

http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761559228/Mesopotamia.html
Encyclopedia Encarta offers a nice overview of the civilization of Mesopotamia. The various empires established there, such as the Assyrian, Chaldean, and the Persian, are discussed.

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/prehistory/middle_east/index.shtml
A timeline and history of Ancient Middle Eastern culture. Good information and resources for teacher to use in younger classrooms.

 

http://www.seekonk.k12.ma.us/WebQuests/MesopotamiaWQ.html
Go on a webquest to discover basic information about the first great civilization. Research the "major contributions this civilization gave to the world." Be cautious teacher created.

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/prehistory/egypt/archaeology/index.html
A fascinating site with everything you ever wanted to know about the daily life of ancient Egyptians. You'll find information about Egyptian topics from hieroglyphics to hairstyles, as well as links to other interesting facts. (5 stars)

 

http://www.civilization.ca/civil/egypt/egcgeo2e.html
This site from Civilization.ca provides great pictures of the Nile River and surrounding desert with some description of this unique geography. Very interesting and informative.

 

http://www.gatewaystobabylon.com/introduction/start.htm
A general introduction to the history and religion of the Mesopotamian valley, including Babylonia

 

 

River Valley Civilizations: India and China

 

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/history/trade/
A online exhibition that discusses the role of trade in the Ancient World, the routes, the products and more. It also examines the issue of ideas moving along trade routes.

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/history/trade/
A online exhibition that discusses the role of trade in the Ancient World, the routes, the products and more. It also examines the issue of ideas moving along trade routes.

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/prehistory/india/index.shtml
Geography and origins of Indus Civilization and a timeline of different cultural events. Good resources and pictures for younger students.

 

http://www.mohenjodaro.net/
Ethnographic site explores famous Mohenjo Daro through 103 indexed slides, some never published before, and an illustrated essay.

 

http://www.harappa.com/har/moen0.html
A photographic tour of the ruins of Mohenjo-Daro.

 

http://www.iskcon.org.uk/ies/hinduism.html
An excellent introduction to the basics of Hinduism. A great place to start.

 

http://www.fsmitha.com/h1/ch05.htm
Information on the Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa Civilizations, the Aryans and the Origins of the Hinduism. Hyperlinks provide locations on a map.

 

http://www.harappa.com/har/har0.html
This site contains pictures and information to the people of the ancient Indus Valley.

 

http://depts.washington.edu/chinaciv/contents.htm
A website that introduces different aspects of Chinese civilization with pictures, including geography, buddhism, calligraphy, military technology, paintings as well as Chinese homes, gardens etc.

 

 

http://library.thinkquest.org/13406/sr/?tqskip1=1&tqtime=0610
This site details the history of the silk road. It discusses its origins in ancient China, how it linked Europe and Asia by trade, and the reasons for its decline.

 

http://www.eduplace.com/ss/hmss/7/cl/7.8.html
This site provides information on the history of spices and on the history of the spice trade. It also displays useful links to find out more information on discoverers and exploration including timelines.

 

http://encarta.msn.com/encnet/refpages/refarticle.aspx?refid=761579956
Encarta Encyclopedia discusses the Asian trade route, how the "silk road" got its name, how long it took to complete a trip on it, and when the route became obsolete. Multi-media items included.

 

http://www.newton.mec.edu/Angier/DimSum/Silk Rd. Maps.html
Have you ever seen a map tracing the path of the Silk Road in China? This site features four different types of maps of the Silk Road. Don't miss out.

 

http://dsc.discovery.com/convergence/firstemperor/firstemperor.html

Qin Shi Huang, the First Emperor of China.

 

 

Ancient Greece

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ancientgreece/main_menu.shtml
A comprehensive site that includes two timelines, a glossary, interactive learning games, cartoons and lesson plans. The site covers such topics as Athens, Olympia and Corinth as well as Greek theater, and sports.

 

http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/ancientgreece.htm
This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, provides a glimpse into the everyday life of the ancient Greeks.

 

http://carlos.emory.edu/ODYSSEY/GREECE/homepg.html
Very broad site offers tons of information about the world of the ancient Greeks. Includes sections on mythology, daily life, death & burial, writing, and people. This site shows the connections between our modern world and the ancient Greek world. Contains many pictures of artifacts found in museums. Also has a teacher resource site as well.

 

http://www.parstimes.com/library/brief_history_of_persian_empire.html
Read a brief overview of the history of the Persian Empire. Learn facts from where it was located to what it's economy was like to its rise and fall.

 

http://www.museum.upenn.edu/Greek_World/Index.html
Massive site for information on the ancient Greek world. Follow the navigation at the top of the page for detailed sections on time periods, daily life, religion and death, economy, and more. Each section includes pictures of artifacts from the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. Worth a look!

 

http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/prehistory/aegean/pre-greece/greekdarkages.html
This site from EMuseum of the Minnestoa State University provides a general overview of the Dark Ages in ancient Greece, discussing the causes that led to it and the culture that resulted.

Ancient Rome and the Byzantine Empire

 

 

Ancient Rome and the Byzantine Empire

 

http://www.sofasandsectionals.com/roman-coliseum-seating

history and uses of the Roman Coliseum

 

http://depthome.brooklyn.cuny.edu/classics/dunkle/romnlife/index.htm
A day in the life of an ancient Roman

 

http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/ancient_rome_and_religion.htm
Ancient Rome and Religion

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/romans/
The Romans

 

http://library.thinkquest.org/CR0210200/ancient_rome/rome.htm
Ancient Rome

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/romans/rome_timeline.shtml
Timeline of Ancient Rome

 

http://www.roman-empire.net/tours/rome.html
Pictorial tour of Ancient Rome

 

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webquests/rome/
Webquest of Ancient Rome

 

http://crusades.boisestate.edu/Byzantium/
A good outline for the Byzantine Empire giving the main points and personalities.

 

http://www.emayzine.com/lectures/byzmuslm.html
Read a detailed, three part history of the Byzantine Empire. Includes sections on the beginnings of Russia, the rise and expansion of the Islamic faith, and Muhammed and Muslim expansion.