Curated OER
The Geography of the Indian Subcontinent
Gloriously adorned with a glimpse of the Taj Mahal, these slides detail important facts and characteristics of South Asian cultures, such as India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and several other surrounding countries. Slides cover the...
PBS
Pbs: Everest
The companion web site to NOVA programs on Mt. Everest: Lost on Everest, High Exposure: Humans at Altitude, Climb, History and Culture, Earth, Wind, and ice, Previous Expeditions, and Resources.
Mountain Voices
Mountain Voices India: Garhwal and Kinnaur
Information on India and the Garhwal and Kinnaur areas. Learn about India's economy, political system and resources. Hear from the local people about their lives.
Royal Geographical Society
Royal Geographical Society: Mount Everest and Its Ascent
How was Mount Everest formed and how was it first conquered by man? What challenges are faced by a climber? Learn all about Mount Everest here.
National Geographic
National Geographic: Everest Past and Present
This lesson builds upon a National Geographic film covering George Mallory's effort to climb Mount Everest in 1924. It examines the evolution of the equipment used to climb Everest, comparing today's equipment to that used by Mallory in...
National Geographic
National Geographic: Shaping the Tallest Peak on Earth
This lesson builds upon a National Geographic film covering George Mallory's effort to climb Mount Everest in 1924. It looks at the physical features of mountains, and the landform features of Mount Everest that present challenges to...
Other
Canal Kids: Mundo (Natural & Historical World Wonders)
The "Mundo" area of Canal Kids highlights forty of the world's natural and historical wonders. Pick a location from the drop-down menu and get background information on the Parthenon, Mount Fuji, the Grand Canyon, the Great Wall of...
China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group
China.org.cn: Plateaus
Extensive examination of the plateaus in China. Includes a look at how plateaus and rivers affect the geography of China.
PBS
Pbs Bhutan & the Himalayas: A Wealth of Life
PBS provides a general overview of the geography of Bhutan and the Himalayas, highlighting Bhutan's natural regions as largely unexplored. Includes linked pages to the various climatic zones of the Himalayan region.
PBS
Pbs Lesson Plan: Bhutan: The Last Shangri La: How the Himalayas Were Formed
Science website from PBS that teaches the basics of mountain formations in relation to the Himalayas and Bhutan. Includes graphics & suggested use of a peanut butter & jelly sandwich!!!
Other
Himalayas: Travel Guide
Detailed and thorough information about the Himalaya Mountains. Learn all about this mighty mountain chain and its diverse environment.
Other
Nasa: Sally Ride Earth Kam: Investigating the Himalayas
Features satellite pictures of the Himalayas, home to the tallest mountains on Earth. Site also provides narrative on the snow line of the mountain range.
Other
Glacier Works: Explore Everest and Rivers of Ice
This website is an interactive site to explore the world of Mount Everest and allows you to discover more about glaciers, rivers and the people of the Greater Himalaya.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Bhutan
Features a country profile of the Kingdom of Bhutan, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
Read Works
Read Works: Wild Things
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about some plants and animals recently discovered in the Himalayas. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Other
The Snow Leopard Conservancy
This organization works to protect the snow leopard and to educate people about this endangered species.
Other
Mountain Institute: Learning About Mountains, Explore Mountains
The Mountain Institute provides information on three areas: Andes, Appalachians, and the Himalayas. Find resources on conservation, the mountain ecosystems, and the culture of the areas.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: The Himalayas: Two Continents Collide
This site from the U.S. Geological Survey explains how the Himalayas were formed by plate-tectonic forces. Includes a nice map to help visualize the theory.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why Is Mount Everest So Tall?
Mount Everest has the highest altitude on the planet but how did it get so tall? Educator Michele Koppes looks deep into our planet's crust, where continental plates collide, to find the answer.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Introduction to the Himalayas
The Himalayas are the highest mountain ranges in the world, and from them flow the major rivers of Asia. The kingdoms of Nepal and Bhutan are located along the Himalayan ranges, and the Tibetan plateau lies to their north. Although the...
Google
Google Maps: Everest Base Camp, Nepal
Four Googlers decided go on a trip to Everest Base Camp in 2011. They loaded their packs with cameras, tripods, wide-angle lenses, solar chargers, batteries, and laptops, and hopped on a plane to Nepal. They captured a collection of...
PBS
Nova Online: Everest Birth of the Himalaya
Use this site to learn more about the tallest mountain in the world. This page is part of an entire site dedicated to Mount Everest.
Other
Mountains Magnificent: Himalayas
This site from Mountains Magnificent for learning about the culture, trails, and atmosphere of the Himalaya Mountains.