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Publisher: National Geographic Society Afghanistan 
 Maps, photographs, and lesson plans from National Geographic. Includes an extensive bibliography of the magazine's maps and articles (with few available online) about Afghanistan, terrorist attacks, Islam, rescue work, and other topics. There is also an archived Webcast of "National Geographic Explores a Changing World," a film screening and panel discussion on the Middle East and Afghanistan after the events of September 11, 2001. http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/countries/country_afghanistan.html Topics: Lesson Plans, Maps, Maps by Place, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Andes Expedition: Searching for Inca Secrets
Two aspects of a 1995 exploration up Mount Ampato, Peru: the expedition and a Virtual Autopsy. The expedition is a detailed account of anthropologists ascending the mountain, descending into its volcanic crater, and finding the mummy of a teenaged girl, sacrificed 500 years ago. The autopsy describes how the mummy was analyzed. An example of an Inca tomb and its artifacts is also included. There are also Web links and a bibliography. From National Geographic. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/97/andes/ Topics: Archaeology Last updated Oct 16, 2002 The Boy King Returns: Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
Exhibit about the 2005 traveling exhibit of King Tut artifacts. The "Unraveling the Mysteries" section includes images of Tut's tomb, CT scan imagery of the interior of the King Tut mummy, and images of the many layers of shrines and coffins in which King Tut was entombed. Also includes links to related articles. From the National Geographic Society. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/tut/ Topics: Archaeology, Death & Dying, Heads of State, History Last updated Jul 13, 2008 Egypt: Secrets of an Ancient World
This site, based on the National Geographic Society's PBS documentary Egypt Eternal: The Quest for the Lost Tombs , offers information based on newly discovered relics inside the Great Pyramid. News stories, interactive features, pages for children, and lesson plans for grades K-12 are included. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/pyramids/ Topics: Archaeology, Lesson Plans Last updated Oct 16, 2002 Koalas Overrunning Australia Island "Ark"
This 2002 article describes a government program to control the population of koalas living on "Kangaroo Island, a rugged eco-tourism paradise 30 minutes by air southwest of Adelaide." Includes information about the sterilization and transportation programs, and responses to these programs by conservation organizations and the media. From the National Geographic Society. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2002/05/0510_020510_TVkoala.html Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals, Regions of the World Last updated Feb 21, 2005 Female Suicide Bombers: Dying to Kill
This December 2004 article reports on the increase in women suicide bombers in Russia's Chechnya region, the Gaza Strip, the West Bank in Israel, and other areas. Discusses possible motivations for women to become suicide bombers, impact on the women's families, and related topics. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/12/1213_041213_tv_suicide_bombers.html Topics: Death & Dying, Terrorism, Weapons Last updated Jul 20, 2005 "War of the Worlds": Behind the 1938 Radio Show Panic
Article from 2005 about the October 1938 radio "adaptation, by Orson Welles's Mercury Theater group, of a science fiction novel written 40 years earlier: 'The War of the Worlds,' by H.G. Wells." The radio play, "narrated by Orson Welles, had been written and performed to sound like a real news broadcast about an invasion from Mars," and caused some listeners to panic. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/06/0617_050617_warworlds.html Topics: Literature: Fiction, Media, Media, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 3, 2006 When Monsters Ruled the Deep
Companion website to a National Geographic Magazine feature about sea monsters, "the ancient reptilian creatures that have inspired terrifying tales in cultures the world over." The original magazine article is only available for a fee, but the website contains images, an interactive map, and other free educational and background materials about Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous period sea monsters. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2005/12/sea-monsters/morell-text Topics: Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Dec 2, 2008 National Geographic Online Presents: Coffee
Learn about types of coffee, roasts, coffee growing regions of the world, the history of coffee production, and related information. Includes a list of related articles, books, and links. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/coffee/ Topics: Beverages, Crops Last updated Oct 14, 2004 Cayman Islands Xeric Scrub
A brief description of plants and animals found on the Cayman Islands, "a small group of low-lying Caribbean islands that support dense evergreen thicket communities." Includes information about birds, bats, iguanas, mosquitoes, and other wildlife. Also includes causes for concern about wildlife. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/wildworld/profiles/terrestrial/nt/nt1305.html Topics: Geography, Science, Science Last updated Jun 1, 2005 Dinosaur Eggs
This graphic intensive site comes from National Geographic magazine's May 1996 article, "The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt." It contains information on where dinosaur eggs are found, how scientists "hatch" these eggs, and a gallery of downloadable models of dinosaur embryos and hatchlings. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/96/dinoeggs/ Topics: Animals Last updated May 1, 2008 National Geographic: Forces of Nature
This site is a companion to a National Geographic film about four of the most destructive natural forces: hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tornadoes. Features a description of the science behind the natural disasters along with an interactive activity for each. Also includes introductory facts, a list of famous forces, a glossary, and lesson plans. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/forcesofnature/ Topics: Film: Genres & Themes, Hurricane Katrina, Lesson Plans, Science, Weather Last updated Jun 7, 2006 Gone With the Water
Feature article from October 2004 about how the "Louisiana bayou, hardest working marsh in America, is in big trouble -- with dire consequences for residents, the nearby city of New Orleans, and seafood lovers everywhere." Discusses potential damage from hurricanes and how Louisiana is "losing its protective fringe of marshes and barrier islands faster than any place in the U.S." Includes links to related sites and a short bibliography. From the National Geographic Society. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0410/feature5/ Topics: Environment, Hurricane Katrina, Water Last updated Aug 13, 2008 National Geographic: Sustainable Destinations Resource Center
Resources on sustainable tourism and "what is now being called geotourism: tourism that supports the geographical character of the place being visited — its environment, culture, heritage, aesthetics, and the well-being of its citizens." Includes information for tourism professionals, travelers, and residents. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/sustainable/ Topics: Environment, Travel Last updated May 10, 2005 Wild World: Terrestrial Ecoregions of the World
This site provides "information and images for all 867 land-based ecoregions on the planet." Click on a map or search to learn about special features, plants, animals, and causes for concern for regions; the page for each region also contains a link to the World Wildlife Fund Scientific Report for the region. Includes an educator's guide, glossary, and links to related sites. From the National Geographic Society. Note: Only supports Netscape and Internet Explorer browsers. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/wildworld/terrestrial.html Topics: Environment, Scientific Themes Last updated Apr 5, 2005 Guardians of the Fairy Tale: The Brothers Grimm
An excellent Web presentation from National Geographic . Start with their December, 1999 magazine article and proceed (via the treasure chest table of contents on the left) to the delights of a dozen of the original tales (several in audio as well), a map of the location in Germany of the tales, and an excellent annotated list of Web links and other resources. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/grimm/article.html Topics: Authors by Region Last updated Jun 5, 2002 Xpeditions
Containing a collection of nearly 600 gray-scale maps, this site also provides forums for discussion of the world, with one focused on the interests of teachers. The 18 U.S. National Geography Standards are available along with an atlas, related classroom ideas, and family activities. Both the Xpedition Hall and Family Xpeditions help bring the Standards to life by explaining latitude and longitude, the forces of nature, and other topics. An archive and related links are also available. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/ Topics: Geography Last updated May 13, 2005 The Genographic Project
This is "a five-year effort to understand the human journey — where we came from and how we got to where we live today." It will "map humanity's genetic journey through the ages." The site includes a project overview, a FAQ, a genetics overview and glossary, and an interactive atlas of the human journey. Includes images and video clips. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/genographic/ Topics: Archaeology, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Science Last updated Apr 3, 2006 Remembering Pearl Harbor
A richly detailed site that provides World War II and Pearl Harbor timelines; basic facts about the ships and planes that were involved in the attack; a searchable archive of survivor stories; and an emotionally charged multimedia presentation that provides photos, video footage, firsthand accounts, and moment by moment, target by target facts about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. http://plasma.nationalgeographic.com/pearlharbor/ Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place, World War II Last updated Dec 28, 2001 National Geographic Education Guide
A searchable collection of National Geographic sites with lesson plans, projects, photographs, printer-friendly maps, and a Teacher Community . http://www.nationalgeographic.com/education/ Topics: K-12 Education, Lesson Plans Last updated Aug 27, 2002 MapMachine
"Find nearly any place on Earth, and view it by population, climate, and much more. Plus, browse antique maps, find country facts, or plan your next outdoor adventure with our trail maps." From the National Geographic Society. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/map-machine#theme=Street&c=0|0&sf=187648892.534865 Topics: Maps Last updated Sep 2, 2008 Tattoos, Piercings, & Body Markings
Small gallery of photos showing examples of body modification in different cultures, such as facial scarring (Burkina Faso), Maori facial tattoos (New Zealand), Yazuka full-body tattoos (Japan), and Mursi facial markings and lip plates (Ethiopia). Photos are accompanied by brief descriptions. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/tattoos/ Topics: Art, Fashion Last updated Feb 28, 2006 Inside 9/11
Companion website to August 2005 National Geographic programs, providing a detailed look at the events surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Features biographies of key figures, photos, over 50 videos of interviews, and a timeline. http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/series/inside-911 Topics: Photograph Collections: History, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Aug 28, 2008 Creature Feature: Emperor Penguins
Information about emperor penguins, "the largest of the 17 species, or kinds, of penguins, ... [which] spend their entire lives on the cold Antarctic ice and in its waters." Features facts, a map, audio and video clips, and links to related sites. From the National Geographic site for children. http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/Animals/CreatureFeature/Emperor-penguin Topics: Birds Last updated Dec 11, 2007 Lemur Is First Known Hibernating Primate, Study Says
News article about a 2004 study that finds that "the small, nocturnal lemur known as the fat-tailed dwarf lemur has been revealed as the first known tropical mammal to spend long periods in hibernation." From the National Geographic Society. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/06/0623_040623_lemurs.html Topics: Mammals Last updated Jun 28, 2004 New Dog Flu Spreads in U.S., But Death Rate Is Low
September 2005 news article about how "a new, highly contagious respiratory virus thought to affect only the greyhound racing industry is now being detected in family dogs. ... Canine flu was first discovered last year after an unusual illness began to appear at greyhound racetracks in Florida." Includes a list of "precautions to protect ... pooches from the virus." From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/09/0927_050927_dog_flu.html Topics: Infectious Diseases, Pets Last updated Oct 19, 2005 St. Patrick's Day Fast Facts: Beyond the Blarney
A compilation of facts about this holiday celebrated on March 17, which "marks the Roman Catholic feast day for Ireland's patron saint." Includes facts such as that "New York City hosted the first official St. Patrick's Day parade in 1762," and that "Chicago is famous for dyeing the Chicago River green on St. Patrick's Day." From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/03/0315_050315_stpatricksday.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Jan 25, 2006 Fossil Fish With "Limbs" is Missing Link, Study Says
April 2006 article about a report on the discovery in the Canadian Arctic of a new fish fossil that "boasts leglike fins. ... The creature is being hailed as a crucial missing link between fish and land animals -- including the prehistoric ancestors of humans." Includes an artists conception of the crocodile-like creature, showing joints in its front limbs and nostrils for breathing air. From National Geographic. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2006/04/0405_060405_fish.html Topics: Animals, Geology, Science Last updated Apr 12, 2006 The Lost Gospel
Discussion of a restoration project for "an ancient Coptic manuscript dating from the third or fourth century, containing the only known surviving copy of the Gospel of Judas, [which] has been restored and authenticated after being lost for nearly 1,700 years." Includes images of the manuscript, transcription, English translation, articles that provide "a different view of the relationship between Jesus and Judas," photos, timeline, and a map. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/lostgospel/ Topics: Christianity, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated May 11, 2006 The Danube: Europe's River of Harmony and Discord
Companion to a 2002 National Geographic article about this central European river that travels from Germany's Black Forest through 10 countries to the Black Sea. The original magazine article is only available for a fee, but the website includes photos, several video and audio clips, a map, field notes from the photographer, details about the Blue Danube waltz, links (some broken), and a bibliography. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/data/2002/03/01/html/ft_20020301.4.html Topics: Regions of the World, Water Last updated Aug 7, 2008 A Look at the Population Density of the United States
This high school lesson plan focuses on population density, "the term that describes the number of individuals occupying an area in relation to the size of that area." Topics include the use of population density maps and U.S. Census Bureau data. Part of the Xpeditions project of the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/lessons/01/g912/density.html Topics: Lesson Plans, Statistics Last updated Jun 22, 2006 National Geographic Destinations: Mount Rainier National Park
This guide to Washington state's Mount Rainier National Park features trip planning information (such as transportation, lodging, and park facilities) and park, driving, and bird-watching itineraries. Also includes suggestions for other destinations near the park. From National Geographic. http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/parks/park_rainier.html Topics: National Parks & Forests Last updated Oct 6, 2009 National Geographic Destinations: Olympic National Park
This guide features park, driving, and bird-watching tour itineraries for Washington state's Olympic National Park and Olympic Peninsula. Also includes trip planning material (transportation, lodging, when to go, and more) and brief profiles of other attractions near the park. From National Geographic. http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/parks/park_olympic.html Topics: National Parks & Forests Last updated Oct 6, 2009 Profile: African-American North Pole Explorer Matthew Henson
Biography of explorer Matthew A. Henson, who "accompanied polar explorer Robert E. Peary on a U.S. expedition to the North Pole on April 6, 1909." Includes a photo gallery and links to related stories on topics such as the 2000 event where Henson was "posthumously awarded the National Geographic Society's highest honor -- the Hubbard Medal." From the National Geographic Society. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/01/0110_030113_henson.html Topics: Black Resources, Notable People Last updated Aug 14, 2006 Pirates!
Collection of pirate activities for children, including a "High Seas Adventure" game, an illustrated article about Blackbeard and his crew of pirates (who "terrorized sailors on the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea from 1716 through 1718"), and reading suggestions. Include links to other National Geographic content related to pirates. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/pirates/ Topics: Crime Last updated Sep 11, 2006 Mystery of the Tattooed Mummy
Excerpts from a June 2006 National Geographic magazine article about "an ornately tattooed 1,600-year-old mummy unearthed in Peru [who] could be a warrior queen of the violent Moche people." The mummy was "discovered last year [2005] at a ceremonial site called El Brujo -- the Wizard -- on the north coast of Peru." Includes photos, a map, and links to related sites. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2006/06/mystery-mummy/williams-text Topics: Archaeology Last updated Mar 27, 2009 Stonehenge Settlement Found: Builders' Homes, "Cult Houses"
This January 2007 news release explains how "a major prehistoric village has been unearthed near Stonehenge in southern England." The settlement is believed to be housing for the builders of the famous monument and a ceremonial site. Includes photos of the site, an animated map showing the site, and possible descriptions of worker homes and "cult homes" of chiefs or priests. Also includes links to related material. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/01/070130-stonehenge.html Topics: Archaeology Last updated Feb 5, 2007 Ides of March Marked Murder of Julius Caesar
This article describes how "Julius Caesar's bloody assassination on March 15, 44 B.C., forever marked March 15, or the Ides of March, as a day of infamy. It has fascinated scholars and writers [including Shakespeare] ever since." A sidebar provides information about the Roman calendar. Includes links to related sites. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/03/0311_040311_idesmarch.html Topics: History Last updated Mar 5, 2007 "Snakes on a Plane": Behind the Scenes With the Movie's Snake Wrangler
Feature about the snake wrangler for the 2006 film "Snakes on a Plane." Discusses challenges of handling reptiles and some specifics of the snake wrangling for the film. Includes a photo gallery of snakes and links to related articles and websites. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2006/07/060724-snakes-plane.html Topics: Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians Last updated Jun 18, 2007 Ancient Gold Center Discovered on the Nile
June 2007 article about the discovery of "evidence of large-scale gold extraction in the ancient Nubian kingdom of Kush [that] has been found along the Nile River. ... The discovery is part of a race to save as many antiquities as possible before a dam inundates a hundred-mile (160-kilometer) stretch of the Nile in northern Sudan." Includes photos and links to related material. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/06/070619-gold-nile.html Topics: History Last updated Jun 25, 2007 New Orleans: A Perilous Future
This August 2007 magazine feature examines the risks of a future disaster such as Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans. It discusses the efforts to rebuild levees and other flooding protection systems since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and the challenges of protecting New Orleans from future hurricanes. Includes photos, video clips, an interactive graphic of New Orleans levees, field notes, and related material. From National Geographic Magazine. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2007/08/new-orleans/new-orleans-text Topics: Hurricane Katrina Last updated Jun 7, 2008 Enduring Voices: Saving Disappearing Languages
"Every 14 days a language dies. By 2100, more than half of the more than 7,000 languages spoken on Earth ... will likely disappear." This goal of this project "is to document endangered languages and prevent language extinction." Features background about selected endangered-language hot spots around the world (with some sound clips), a discussion of global trends, descriptions of expeditions, and a glossary. From National Geographic and the Living Tongues Institute for Endangered Languages. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/mission/enduringvoices/ Topics: Language Last updated Oct 15, 2007 My Wonderful World
This is "a National Geographic-led campaign -- backed by a coalition of national business and non-profit organizations -- to expand geographic learning in school, at home, and in communities." Find campaign materials, games and activities, geography quizzes, and ideas for parents, educators, and children and teens to incorporate geographic knowledge and learning into daily life. From the National Geographic Society. http://www.mywonderfulworld.org/ Topics: Geography Last updated Nov 1, 2007 Who Rules the Forest?
This 2005 feature profiles the Mbuti Pygmies of the Ituri forest of Congo. It includes photos, field notes from the story's author and photographer, map, related links and a brief bibliography, video clip, and multimedia feature providing background on the Mbuti. From National Geographic. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0509/feature5/ Topics: Regions of the World Last updated Jan 7, 2008 Green Guide
"Dubbed the 'green living source for today's conscious consumer,' the Green Guide makes living in an environmentally-aware way easy, understandable, and practical." The site features product reviews (for items such as shoes, appliances, bedding, cosmetics, household cleaning supplies, personal care items, and pest control techniques), lists of ingredients to avoid, articles (such as on what happens to donated clothes), videos, blogs, and more. Also includes information about the associated print publication. From National Geographic. http://www.thegreenguide.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Environment Last updated Jan 14, 2008 Big Earthquake Could Devastate U.S. Midwest, Experts Warn
This April 2006 article discusses the possibility of a large earthquake in "the New Madrid seismic zone -- where Missouri, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Tennessee meet-- [and which] lies in the middle of the North American tectonic plate, thousands of miles from the plate boundaries where earthquakes usually occur." Earthquakes in this region included "three massive quakes that hit Missouri in 1811-1812." Topics include causes for quakes and preparedness. From National Geographic. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2006/04/0412_060412_earthquake.html Topics: Geography, Geology Last updated Apr 24, 2008 Parrot Prodigy May Grasp the Concept of Zero
This 2005 article discusses how a study involving the "talking" parrot Alex "suggests that some birds may have a better grasp of numbers than the average three-year-old child" in that Alex "may understand the concept of zero." Includes links to related sites. From National Geographic. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/07/0715_050715_parrotzero.html Topics: Birds Last updated Jun 3, 2008 Basho: On the Poet's Trail
Feature article from 2008 describes following the path of 17th century Japanese haiku master Matsuo Basho who walked along a narrow "1,200-mile route ... through Japan in 1689" and wrote "Narrow Road to a Far Province." Accompanied by background about Basho, photos, field notes from the photographer, and an interactive map of the author's travels in Japan. From National Geographic. http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2008/02/bashos-trail/howard-norman-text.html Topics: Poetry Last updated Mar 17, 2009 |
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