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Curated OER
[ Serapio Verduzco, 1990 / Tafos ]
A personal perspective on the culture, politics and society of Peru. This Web site was written by Michael Smith, an American journalist who draws on his 18 years experience in Peru. The politics page includes a timeline section about the...
Curated OER
Nazca Lines, Peru (2006)
Short text regarding theories of meanings for Nazca lines (geolyphs). Good images.
Curated OER
Nazca Lines, Peru (2006)
Short text regarding theories of meanings for Nazca lines (geolyphs). Good images.
Curated OER
Nazca Lines, Peru (2006)
Short text regarding theories of meanings for Nazca lines (geolyphs). Good images.
BBC
Bbc: The Lost Pyramids of Caral
A transcript of a TV documentary about the ancient American civilization found in Caral, Peru. The show features interviews with all three members of the original archaeological team that dated Caral to 2600 B.C. There is a nice...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Science: Scotland: How Can We Group Living Things Based on Characteristics?
Lilly is from Peru, and she's traveling the world. Right now, she's in Scotland. Join her while she studies living and non-living things.
Northern Illinois University
N. Illinois Univ.: Piramide Mayor
A nice graphic on the major temple structure found at Caral, Peru, the location of the oldest civilization in the Americas.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: The Boy Travellers: South America by Thomas W. Knox
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book The Boy Travellers: South America by Thomas W. Knox (c1885). A fictional account of the adventures of two youths in a journey through Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil,...
Other
Organization of American States: Simon Bolivar
An informative exploration of the life of Simon Bolivar, the man known in South America as the "Liberator," because he led revolutions against Spanish colonial overlords in Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia.
Other
Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Incan Life and Society: The Artisans
Gives a description of what kinds of artisans there were in Incan society in Peru, and their importance.
Soylent Communications
Notable Names Database|nndb: Francisco Pizarro
Known for conquering Peru for Spain in the sixteenth century, Francisco Pizarro moved north along the coast to discover Central America. He is highlighted in this biography.
Nature Canada
Nature Canada: Western Sandpiper
A fact sheet giving information about the western sandpiper, a shorebird that can be found on the Pacific coast from Alaska to Peru, as well as along the Atlantic coast.
A&E Television
Biography: Francisco Pizarro
A biography of 16th century Spanish explorer and conquistador Francisco Pizarro, who traveled with Vasco Nunez de Balboa and helped to discover the Pacific Ocean. Pizarro also conquered Peru and founded the city of Lima there.
Other
Macrohistory and World Timeline: Rebellion Against Spain in Latin America
Read about the history of rebellions against Spanish rule and the leaders that led the independence movements in Mexico, Peru, Chile, and other Latin American countries.
Archaeological Institute of America
Archaeology Archive: A Monumental Feud by Roger Atwood
An article describing the oldest city found in the Americas: Caral, Peru. The author gives details on how there is a disagreement between members of the original team of archaeologists who dated the site in 2001. This has led to two...
Other
Archaeological Legacy Institute: Caral: Oldest City in the New World
An interview with one of the principal archaeologists (Ruth Shady) involved in the dig at Caral, Peru, site of the oldest civilization in South America. The interview is available in English or in Spanish in mp3 format.
Northern Arizona University
Nau: Moche Foodways Archaeological Project, 1997 2000
This project studied the "prehistoric food systems" of the Moche people in order to further understanding of the civilization and its innovations. Learn about the farming advances, eating habits, and daily life of these ancient people of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Complexity and Vision: The Staff God at Chavin De Huantar & Beyond
The artistic style seen in stone sculpture and architectural decoration at the temple site of Chavin de Huantar, in the Andean highlands of Peru, is deliberately complex, confusing, and esoteric. View pictures and descriptions of the...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Nasca, an Introduction
Nasca culture flourished on the coastal plain of southern Peru between 200 B.C.E. and 600 C.E. Read and view pictures about their art, specifically geoglyphs and pottery, in this essay.
Oregon Zoo
Oregon Zoo: Inca Tern
Get to know the facts, behavior, breeding habits,and vital statistics of the Inca tern, found off the coasts of Chile and Peru.
PBS
Pbs: Journey Into Amazonia
This is a great site where you can explore the Amazon Rain Forest. Learn about the river, plants, animals, and more. Based on the PBS television series.
PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
PBS
Pbs: The Conquistadors
A huge website that provides a virtual field trip exploring the Spanish adventurers who quested for gold and land in the New World. The site has information on Pizarro, Orellana, Cabeza de Vaca, Cortes as well as extensive information...
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Spanish Abroad, Inc.
This resource provides information about Spanish language study abroad programs throughout Latin America and Spain.
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