Surf these sites: 50 States and Capitals -- Lists the fifty states and information on their locations (latitude and longitude), birds, colleges and universities, constitutions, flowers, genealogical resources, geological formations, geographical features, mottos, national forests and parks, newspapers, etc. Alaska Native Studies Curriculum and Teacher Development -- Alaska Native Studies resources and curriculum - history of Alaska Native education, ANCSA, reindeer herding, Inupiaq language materials, and more. All Countries Profiles - Geography -- Over 200 geographical entities in alphabetical sequense, with links to government, population, economy and other country facts. Ancient Roots and Modern Holidays -- Backgrounds, lesson plans, and activities centered around world holidays. Borderless World: Geography and the Internet -- A dynamic, interactive site that fosters creative intercultural student communication via the Internet, for learning and for fun! Canadian Geographic -- Online version of the popular magazine. China: Dim Sum -- a cross curriculr thematic unit for learning the basic skills while studying about China E-Conflict World Encyclopedia -- Political maps for each country in the world. Environmental and Latin American Geography -- Geography, the environment, Latin America, and the use of the web in higher education. Flags of the United States and their history. -- Flags of the United States and their historical background including their designer as well as information about the state. A great educational tool for teachers and students. GIS in Education Home Page -- A school board in Madison, Wisconsin has initiated a K12 GIS education program, using ESRI''s ArcView 3.0 software. This site details this project, and provides basic information on GIS, some ArcView techniques, and some curriculum information. It is an excellent resource site for teachers. Gary''s Geographical Gnome -- This site was developed to aid those persons interested in and/or researching topics related to geography, earth science and environmental studies . It is aimed at students and teachers from both the university and high school levels. It is maintained not only for Canadian students but also for students from all nations. GeoNetGame -- Online geography game for students grades 4 and above; includes teachers'' guide. GeoResources -- GeoResources aims to provide a wide range of catalogued and tested links for Geography students at Keystage 3, GCSE and ''A'' Level. It also has a new Virtual Fieldwork section. Geographic Information Systems - GIS -- This site give a brief overview of how a GIS is used, some of the theory behind GIS operations, as well as a discussion of the various application areas of a GIS. Geography USA: A Virtual Textbook -- An entire U.S. geography textbook with hot-links to related web pages and graphics on the World Wide Web. By Alan A. Law. Geography at The Mining Co. -- Weekly articles about geography, annotated links to hundreds of the best sites for maps and geographical information, an online world atlas, a glossary, weekly quizzes, a bulletin board and chat room for those interested in geography, and much more. Geography--New England States -- Facts and figures covering the six New England states with an interactive geoquiz. Hammana Municipality -- a "typical Lebanese village." Hindu History -- This is a non-profit, illustrated portal site on all aspects of Hindu Culture and History. It runs into 71 web pages and has 350 fast down-loading graphics. Interactive Ancient Mediterranean -- An on-line atlas of the ancient Mediterranean world designed to serve the needs and interests of students and teachers in high school, community college and university courses in classics, ancient history, geography, archaeology and related NCGIA CORE CURRICULUM -- The NCGIA Core Curriculum is a guideline for a university level course in GIS. While it may be too advanced for most high school students, it will provide a teacher with excellent background knowledge. It introduces the reader to GIS and what it is, and then proceeds to teach GIS theory and concepts. NativeTech - Native American technology & art -- Excellent information and ilustrations, focusing on the Native American tribes of the Eastern Woodlands and their use of: beadwork, birds &feathers, clay & pottery, games & toys, leather & clothes, metalworks, plants & trees, porcupine quills, stonework & tools, weaving & cordage, food & receipes. Also, essays and articles on the western & eastern tribal customs and activities (some of these more appropriate for older students) and on the Wampan Chronicals (Mohawk history). New Jersey Geographic Alliance: K-12 Resources -- A grassroots network of K-12 teachers and educators working to enhance the teaching of geography. Exciting links to websites with resources for geography teachers. Oxfam''s Cool Planet for Kids & Teachers -- Oxfam''s Kids'' and education site - information and resources on countries where Oxfam works, to encourage global citizenship State Capital Memory Aids -Fun -- Cartoon Memory Tips for Learning the US State Capitals State Unit Studies -- Help children learn the geography of the United States and learn factual information about every state. Complete the units and create a United States notebook. State names -- Many of our 50 states have names that are derived from the native peoples who lived in that area and from the explorers who discovered and settled the area. The Geography Workshop -- Revision Notes for A-Level and GCSE Geography. Case Studies and Examination Tips. Your Questions answered on-line by an Examiner. The Treasures of China -- an Internet-Based Treasure Hunt on China Three Feathers Native Connection -- A connection to Native American on the WWW. Features The Storyteller, A Virtual Journey, A Walk Through Native American Online, Gateway to Indian Country and Featured Books at threefeathers.com. US-China Bridge -- A Starting point for American people who want to learn about China, and for Chinese people to learn about the United States, including news, travel, Chinese medicine, philosophy. Virtual Field Trips -- Virtual visits to places arund the world, especially for parents and children to explore together. Buildings, cities, countries, factories, nature and science and more. WTech Educational Gateway -- Information with links about the Caribbean, Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Africa and Austalia.
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