| Unit 2: Worlds Meet |
| Chapter 4: Contact and Exploration |
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| Social Studies |
| 1500-1600 Bilingual Timeline of North America |
| Moctezuma II became the ruler of the Aztecs in 1502. Use this timeline to see how his reign fit into the big picture of the Spanish expansion into North America. The timeline is presented in both English and Spanish. |
| http://www2.uah.es/asi/timeline/1500.htm |
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| Social Studies |
| Ancient Mexico.com |
| This is an excellent resource for the study of ancient Mexico. You may study the map and timeline, view the presentation about the conquest, and more. Look under the "Documents" feature to read letters from Cortes and a description of his meeting with Moctezuma. |
| http://www.ancientmexico.com |
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| Social Studies |
| Conquistadors |
| Sail back in time to when the Spanish Empire conquered ancient civilizations and spread through the Americas. Journey along with Cortes, Pizarro, Orellana, and Cabeza de Vaca in their quest for gold, land, and power. |
| http://www.pbs.org/conquistadors/ |
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| Social Studies |
| David Rumsey Map Collection |
| There is an exquisite collection of historical maps to peruse at this site. Simply select a brower (the Insight or GIS browsers works well). Use the zoom capabilities to enhance the clarity and details of each map. |
| http://www.davidrumsey.com/view.html |
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| Social Studies |
| Europeans Come to the Americas |
| The Taino people live on the islands between North and South America. Use this online dictionary to learn a little of their language. Say hello to your friends and teachers in Taino! |
| http://members.dandy.net/~orocobix/tedict.html |
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| Social Studies |
| Explorers and Conquerors |
| Tenochtitlan was the capital city of the Aztec people. This is where Hernan Cortes first met Moctezuma II. Read about this city on this Web site. |
| http://www.differentworld.com/mexico/common/pages/history_notes/tenochtitlan.htm |
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| Social Studies |
| Growth and Expansion of U.S. in Era of James Madison |
| This site offers an interesting combination of population data and maps showing the growth of the nation from 1790 to 1810. There are graphs, maps, and other primary sources showing population growth, treaty ratifications, and the expansion of U.S. territories. |
| http://www.jmu.edu/madison/gpos225-madison2/ |
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| Social Studies |
| Map of the 13 Colonies |
| This map displays the original 13 colonies and other British territories in 1775. It also shows other territories and acquisitions from 1790 to 1920. |
| http://www.civics-online.org/library/formatted/images/13_colonies.html |
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| Social Studies |
| Perry-Castaneda Library Map Collection: Historical Maps of the Americas |
| This is an exquisite collection of maps, including maps of the Americas and historical maps. |
| http://www.lib.utexas.edu/maps/historical/history_americas.html |
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| Social Studies |
| Spanish Exploration and Conquest of Native America |
| You can learn about the 15 year conquest of Native Americans at this site. There are numerous links within the text offering more in-depth information on people, locations, and routes. |
| http://www.vaca.com/inset11.html |
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| Social Studies |
| The Conquest of the Aztecs |
| This is a detailed account of the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs. Click on the "Aztec Empire" link for more information about this early civilization and its leaders. |
| http://campus.northpark.edu/history/WebChron/Americas/Cortes.html |
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| Social Studies |
| The Spanish Build an Empire |
| Hernando de Soto was a famous Spanish explorer who explored the southeast of North America. This Web site gives his own account of his travels. |
| http://www.conquestchannel.com/inset7.html |
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| Social Studies |
| Virtual Classroom: Timeline: Spanish Conquest |
| This timeline outlines significant dates in the history of Spanish conquest in North America. Links within the timeline are helpful in exploring people and locations in more depth. |
| http://www.houstonculture.org/vc/ruta.html |
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