Perry-Castaneda Library Map Collection
Online maps from around the world from the Library of the University of Texas.
Country Profiles
These country profiles by the BBC provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories around the world. They also feature audio or video clips from BBC archives.
About Antarctica
A comprehensive website which includes sections on wildlife, environment, education resources, images, tourism and more.
Destructive Waves
An explanation and videos of waves that are destructive to coastlines.
WaterAid
WaterAid works in countries in Africa and Asia helping local people provide water and sanitation. There is a wealth of teaching and learning resources.
Clothing of Arctic North America
Annuraaq is the traditional skin clothing of the native peoples of the North American Arctic. The clothing featured comes from an Inuit community in Canada.
Rock Cycle
Learn about different types of rocks and how they change over time.
Dartmoor National Park Fact Files
Superb, downloadable information from the Dartmoor National Park Authority. There are great illustrations and these factsheets provide excellent help relevant to GCSE courses. Some of the topics include erosion, land use, and recreation and tourism.
Beginners' Guide to Using a Compass.
A step by step guide on how to use a compass with an Ordnance Survey map.
Tea Growing and Production
Find out about the main tea producing countries of the world and how tea is produced.