Africa

Africa: The Cradle of Civilization - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - An interactive educational site that explores Africa's history from the dawn of mankind to modern day.

African Voices: History - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Explore the continent's rich history in this interactive timeline from the Smithsonian Natural History Web. Begin with the origins of mankind and end with the current challenges the continent faces.

Colonial Africa in the Electronic Passport - [ Kids/Teens ] - Site created for middle school students spans the period from Henry the Navigator to Nelson Mandela. Includes facts in brief as well as a more detailed look at some of the major people and events of the era.

Gem of Africa - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Official government site provides a short history of this country from the arrival of western missionaries in the early 19th century, through the years of British domination, to its current independent state.

Hopes on the Horizon - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Chronicles the rise of democracy in six African countries during the 1990s. From PBS.

The Story of Africa - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Tells the story of the continent from an African perspective. Includes rich illustrations and sound recordings. Produced by the BBC World Service.