National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The Magical World of Russian Fairy Tales
In this lesson plan, students will consider The Magical World of Russian Fairy Tales. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab. The stories entitled Vasillisa the Beautiful, Prince Ivan and the Grey...
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European Journalism Centre
The homepage for the European Journalism Centre, a study with analysis and interpretation of ethnic reporting from Russia, Latvia, and Ukraine. Provides up-to-date information about current events and news from Europe.
New York Times
New York Times: Islam in Russia
An interesting look into the spread of Islam in Russia. After the fall of the Soviet Union Islam has become more and more influential in Russian life. Audio and pictures tell the story of the spread of Islam in Russia.
Marxists Internet Archive
Encyclopedia of Marxism: Kolchak, Alexander
This site briefly describes the leader of the White Army, Alexander Kolchak, and the reasons for its defeat.
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The Moscow Kremlin Museum
The Moscow Kremlin Museum features famous Russian exhibitions, museum collections, library and history. Website also contains virtual exhibitions (i.e., the crowns of Russian tsars), virtual tours and maps of the Kremlin.
Human Rights Watch
Who's Afraid of Vladimir Putin?
Article discussing President Putin's actions in Chechnya and the rest of the world's reaction to it. Very critical of the conflict in Chechnya. (26 September 2003)
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St. Petersburg Guide: Famous Russian People
Information on eleven famous Russians who are writers, poets, composers, and artists. Includes picture.
New York Times
New York Times: Times Machine: End of the Soviet Union
Images of the New York Times from December 26, 1991 depicting the fall of the Soviet Union and Mikhail Gorbachev.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Russia
A good overview of Russia with facts, information about the leaders, and news agencies. Each news agency is linked to its site so that you can find out about the press, television, and radio in Russia.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Dimitri Shostakovich
Dimitri Shostakovich's (1906-1975 CE) first job was playing piano at a movie house when he was still quite young. He lost the job because he would laugh so hard at the funny parts of the movie that he would quit playing. Read more about...
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Alexander Palace Time Machine
Great resource for history teachers! Website has a lot of information about the Romanov Tsar Alexander's palace, along with an archive of historical diaries and letters. Good resource for studying Russian history. Many pages are...
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Alexander Palace Time Machine
Look back on the time of Nicholas II, the last Tsar of pre-revolutionary Russia. Take a virtual tour through the palace, with its elaborate halls and reception rooms, family living quarters, and libraries. Of particular interest is the...
Read Works
Read Works: Russia Un United?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Russian protests of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Sami
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Sami people in Scandinavia and parts of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Russians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Russians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Chechens
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Chechens in Chechnya. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Chukchi
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Chukchi who live in the Siberian region of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Mordvins
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Mordvins of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Nentsy
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Nentsy people of north-central Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Tatars
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Tatars of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc....
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Alexander Romanov
A biography of Alexander III, the second to the last Romanov ruler of the Russian empire.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Russia
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Russia. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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Jewish News: Gorbachev, Shamir Mark Decade of Soviet Aliyah
This article provides insight into religious persecution in the former Soviet Union and Gorbachev's efforts to curb intolerance.
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On This Day: Ethnic Problems in the Soviet Union
A good article on how the ethnic problems in the Soviet Union developed, and the individual republics' demand for independence.