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CRW Flags

Flags of the World: Hidalgo Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This Flags of the World site offers a short description of Hidalgo with an image of the flag.
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PBS

Pbs: Journey to Planet Earth: On the Brink

For Students 9th - 10th
A part of the PBS series "Journey to Planet Earth," this section examines "how severe environmental problems can lead to political crises and increased hostilities around the world." Includes video clips and educational resources.
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Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Government and Politics: Comparative: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
AP Government and Politics explores history of Mexico an influences of current state today. Includes multi-media and interactive resources.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metropolitan Museum of Art: Mexico and Central America, 1900 a.d.present

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Metropolitan Museum of Art this is a timeline of the history of Mexico and Central America with descriptions, dates and relevant images.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Country Study: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Mexican History from Ancient Mexico until the presidency of Carlos Salinas. Also includes extensive information about Mexican society, the economy, government and politics, and national security.
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Other

Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
The AACCLA promotes trade and investment between the United States and Latin America. Country-specific information and general NAFTA information are provided.
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Other

Universum, Museo De La Ciencias

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about science as it is presented in the exhibits and programs of the science museum, Universum of Guadalajara, Mexico.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Carlos Fuentes

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography on Mexican novelist, Carlos Fuentes, famous author, scholar and diplomat with great political stature, who produced a trove of essays, short stories and novels. Students can visit photos, interviews and read a profile of Mr....
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Mexico. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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Other

Vive Guadalajara

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish content; this is an official government web-site guide to the Mexican city of Guadalajara. Find most any place related to services or tourism in the city with this guide.
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Teachnology

Teachnology: Cinco De Mayo Teaching Theme

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Are you looking for ways to enhance your lessons in teaching about Cinco de Mayo? Take advantage of the seemingless endless supply of resources provided by Teachnology.
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Other

Gobierno Del Estado Chiapas

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site of the local government of the state of Chiapas.
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Article
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museum

Rutherford B. Hayes Center: Who Is James K. Polk?

For Students 9th - 10th
This page features an analysis of the Democratic Party's decision to nominate the relatively unknown James Polk for their presidential candidate in 1844. This article gives insight into the political atmosphere of the time.
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Other

Zoologico Y Safari Guadalajara

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish content; this is the main page for both the Zoologico y Safari Park of Guadalajara, Mexico. Also available in English.
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Article
PBS

News Hour: Mexicans React to Immigration Crisis in u.s. (2006)

For Students 9th - 10th
Fascinating look at the Mexican viewpoint of the immigration debate in the United States. Transcript, audio, and video of this July, 2006, report available.
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Other

Ciudad Victoria

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site of the city government of Ciudad Victoria, a city about 300,000 people located in the State of Tamaulipas. The site is most attractive if the computer you are using has "Flash" software installed.
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Other

Gobierno Del Estado De Quintana Roo

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site of the local government of the state of Quintana Roo. Very good details about the Mayas and their long-lasting impact on the area.
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Other

The Official Site of Minor League Baseball

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for Minor League Baseball. Anything you ever wanted to know about the Minor League is right here.
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Article
US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: Us Relations With Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Mexico. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Mexico: Climate and Environment

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has detailed information on the climate and environment of Mexico. It discusses environmental problems such as flooding, erosion, and soil destruction as well.
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Virginia Tech

Virginia Polytechnic Institute: Greenhouse Dinosaur Extinction Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive page discusses the Asteroid Impact vs. Volcano-Greenhouse dinosaur extinction debate. It was written by paleontologist, professor, and scientist Dr. Dewey McLean.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Mexico in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and current health information. Includes PDF files (which require Adobe Reader).
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Other

New World Encyclopedia: Mexican War of Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about the early nineteenth century armed conflict between the people of Mexico and the Spanish rule.
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The Newberry Library

Newberry Library: Caste and Politics in the Struggle for Mexican Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
examines the social conditions in Mexico before and after independence from Spain and the impact of internal conflicts between people of different social castes.