United Nations
United Nations: Press Release
A July 18, 2000, press release provided by the United Nations. The topic is progress since the start of reform in UN funds and programs.
BBC
Bbc: Karadzic and Mladic: The Charges
This site provides the backdrop for basic understanding of the 2005 trial of Radovan Karadzic and Ratko Mladic on war crimes charges stemming from the incidents in the war in Bosnia- Hercegovina.
Study Languages
Study Spanish: Cardinal Numbers: 1 10
This site is a lesson on the cardinal numbers 1-10 with an explanation of how to change the number one to match the nouns it modifies. A quiz follows the lesson to test the student's comprehension of these cardinal numbers.
Study Languages
Study Spanish: Definite and Indefinite Articles
This site has an introduction on definite and indefinite articles. Examples in Spanish and English illustrate the difference between a definite and an indefinite article. Singular and plural forms are presented. Students may test their...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Kofi Annan Center of the Storm
Although this site is the companion piece to the PBS documentary on Kofi Annan, it is also an excellent source of on-line information on the man, himself and the United Nations. Find a Life Map of Annan, his quest for peace, and...
Ingles Mundial
Ingles Mundial: School (La Escuela)
Useful, extensive site for the Spanish-speaking ELL. This grammar section focuses on use of the articles "a/an" and plurals. A variety of interactive, self-correction exercises are provided. A "Teacher's Lounge," section is available...
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Harry S. Truman Library & Museum: Truman 4 Kids
A great place for young students to start learning about the life of President Harry S Truman. Find out what he was like as a kid.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1890 1945: The United Nations
Read how the United Nations emerged after World War II as an international peacekeeping organization.
California Digital Library
Calisphere: United Nations
A broad selection of images featuring the United Nations can be found on this site by Calisphere. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs and image information.
University of Texas at Austin
Tex's French Grammar: Indefinite Articles
This site from Tex's French Grammar is a site with clear explanation of the indefinite articles, with usage examples (written and audio) and interactive practice exercises.
Other
Human Rights Web: Charter of the United Nations
At this website, read the complete text of the Charter of the United Nations.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: The United Nations and Reform (Lesson Plan)
A lesson for examining the history, structure, and accomplishments of the United Nations. Students will discuss the structural and operational problems the United Nations has experienced, examine current and past criticisms of the...