University of Waterloo (Canada)
University of Waterloo: Rudolf Julius Emanuel Clausius
Lists the most important publications of Rudolf Clausius. Provides some biographical details. Part of a set of History of Thermodynamics course notes.
University of Michigan
University of Michigan: Notes on Shakespeare's Henry V
This site from the University of Michigan provides notes on Shakespeare's "Henry V"; includes general information concerning the play and William Shakespeare, history background for the play, text of the play, and Shakespeare on the Web.
The British Museum
The British Museum: Ancient China: Time
Timelines of Chinese history are chronicled from 3500 B.C. to 2000 A.D. It includes Chinese stories and an activity for learning and creating the Shang calendar.
University of Texas at Austin
Marcus Tullius Cicero
A specialized site including a chronology and links to Latin versions of Cicero's work, as well as a list of bibliographical references for more information.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Malaysian Timeline
Use this interactive timeline to follow the history of Malaysia from its earliest inhabitants to the present. Click on the topics to take you to each time period. Be sure to notice the information on the side bars.
Writing Fix
Writing Fix: Writing Across the Curriculum Lesson: This I Believe: History
This writing assignments asks students to assume the voice of a person from history they have researched. Focusing on a topic or belief the person showed passion about as history unfolded, the students write an essay modeled after NPR's...
Royal Society of Chemistry
Visual Elements/history
A history and description of the modern periodic table, including its early origins, many contributors and later additions.
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: Honduras: The Early Independence Years 1821 99
This website provides some background information on the independence of Honduras from Spanish rule in 1821.
InterKnowledge Corp.
An Introduction to Namibia
Brief description of Namibia, including people and geography, with an emphasis on parks and wildlife preserves; includes photographs.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographica.com: Adventure in Argentina
This site from Geographica.com contains information on a variety of parks in Argentina. A description of each follows the name of the park.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia.com: Costa Rica History and Culture
This is a well-written site from Geographia.com about the history of Costa Rica. It is more than just facts: learn about how the culture developed.
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abcteach
Abcteach: Historical Fiction Form [Pdf]
Good printable historical fiction book report form. Highlights the era as well helping students distinguish between fictional and true historical figures.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia.com: History of Brazil
This site from Geographia.com covers the history of Brazil from the arrival of the Portuguese to the present. Specific explorers are mentioned and information is given on independence from colonization.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Venerable Bede
This NorthPark University site provides information regarding the life and works of St. Bede, "the father of English church history."
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: History of Nicaragua
Delve into the rich history of this Central American country. Learn much about Nicaragua's early explorations, the Somozas, and America's involvement in the country.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Learning Lab: Students
This wide-ranging collection of resources includes games, informational slideshows and other online activities. Subjects include art, science, history, nature and culture.
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: Russia: Communist Threat, 1945 63
Describes the communist threat in Singapore in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Examines communist influence, leaders, and the response to each.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Look Into Your Community History Through Its Names
Delve into your community's history. Who is the guy that a bridge or street is named after in your town? Why was he or she important? This project encourages students to get to know the history of the community better.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Mystery Object Challenge
With a brief story and photo of an image, students will do some digging to figure out how old the object pictured is and the history behind it.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Korea, Case History of a Pawn
This site from the U.S. Army Center of Military History provides information on Japan's control of Korea, the subsequent change of control to the United States following World War II, and the USSR's involvement.
Friesian School
Fresian.com: Stereotypes
This site gives an essay regarding various prejudices. Very informative and easy to understand.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Is There a Difference Between Art and Craft?
Where do we get our notions of art vs. craft? Laura Morelli traces the history of how we assign value to the visual arts. [5:30]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Architecture Helped Music Evolve
As his career grew, David Byrne went from playing CBGB to Carnegie Hall. He asks: Does the venue make the music? From outdoor drumming to Wagnerian operas to arena rock, he explores how context has pushed musical innovation. [16:00]
Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: I Can Draw Conclusions: History Analysis [Pdf]
Graphic organizers are provided to help analyze the importance of people in history and to place events in chronological order. Guiding questions are provided to help guide students