Other People Knights and peasants weren't the only people who lived in the Middle Ages! These links will help you find out some other people who lived at the same time.

Aztecs

This site tells all about the Aztec Empire, and can even be
displayed in Spanish! You can learn who the Aztecs were, where they lived,
what kind of things they did everyday, and you can even find out
about Aztecs today! There are lots of pictures, activites, quizzes,
and games. If you want to learn more, there is also a list of
books and more websites you can check out too.


Lords of the Earth

Here you can find out about Native Americans, the Incas, the Maya,
and the Aztec people of the Americas. There are lots of pictures
and you can explore each of the civilizations, view calendars and
artwork, and find more sources to read. Everything is reviewed by scholars
and teachers too.


The Ancient Aztecs

This is another fun site that includes a timeline, Aztec rulers,
sections about daily life, technology, culture, religion, and
the Spanish conquest. There is also a glossary, a list of web links,
and a bibliography. The pictures are great!

Mongols

Empires Past is a site about great ancient empires such as
the Roman, Aztec, Egyptian, and Chinese civilizations. There is
a library where you can find out about each civilization. There are also
games, a 3-D movie, and a question board where you can submit questions.


A to Z Kids Stuff China
Here you can learn about China and the Mongols from ancient times
to now. There are all kinds of maps, games, and cool pictures.
There are also links you can follow for more information.


Genghis Khan: Trail Head
This is another site by National Geographic. You can follow along
with Ghengis Khan as he conquers, look at maps showing his empire,
and click on different pictures to get more information.

Vikings

This site is all about Vikings. There are all kinds of fun
pictures and activities for you to do. You will find out
who they were, where they came from, what they did for the world,
and where they are now. There is also a list of books you can read for
more information.


NOVA online - The Vikings

Here you can explore a Viking village and find out all about how
the Vikings lived. There a lot of interactive activities for you
to try, and lots of maps to look at.


Vikings: The North Atlantic Saga

You can take a tour of the Smithsonian exhibit that traces the
Viking explorers' trips across the sea. You can also check out
archeological artifacts, explore a replica Viking ship, and watch a video of a
Viking ship sailing the ocean.


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