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Website
Other

The Iraq Museum: Exhibitions and Publications

For Students 9th - 10th
While this is a description of the exhibits in the Iraq Museum, it also provides a good overview of the history of Iraq over thousands of years. Of particular interest is the 'About the Museum' section where you can read about the...
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Interactive
Other

Consiglio Nazionale Delle Ricerche: The Virtual Museum of Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a virtual tour of Iraq's history. It covers periods from prehistory up to the time of the Ottomans, and includes Sumerian, Akkadian, Neo-Sumerian, Babylonian, Assyrian, Achaemenid and Seleucid, Parthian, Sasanian, and Islamic...
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Handout
Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Kassite Rule in Mesopotamia

For Students 9th - 10th
Short article discussing the Kassites in Mesopotamia, including their route to power, their religion and their lifestyle in 1500 BC.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Amorites

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia provides a detailed definition of the term Amorite. Includes history and different interpretations of it.
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Website
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies

Mocomi: The Akkadian Empire: Sir Dig a Lot

For Students 3rd - 9th
Investigate the early Mesopotamia empire with the interactive program. How did the Akkadian's fall out?
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Ancient Mesopotamia: Akkadian Empire for Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
A site describing the first empire in world history, the Akkadians lived in Mesopotamia. Kids learn about the history of the Akkadian Empire.