Addison Trail Student Information Center - Pathfinders
The Middle East is commonly referred to as the lands around the southern and eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea, extending from Morocco to the Arabian Peninsula and Iran and sometimes beyond.

Addison Trail Library
 Catalog

Willowbrook High School Library Catalog

Gale Student Resource Center

 

ArabNet
ArabNet Technology (ANT) has developed a comprehensive resource on the Arab World.  Each country includes information on the country's history, geography, business, culture, government, general statistics, and a tour guide. 

CIA World Fact Book
This site includes information on every major country including its people, government, geography, economy, transportation, and much more. 

Country Reports
At this site you can search a country alphabetically.  Each country includes a general profile, background notes, history, flags, national anthem and lyrics, maps, and related links. 
 

Exploring Cultures

Exploring Ancient World Cultures - The Near East

Middle East Economic Digest
 
Online version of this weekly magazine providing information on economic, political, and financial affairs of the Middle East. Includes country data, details on business conferences, a list of top companies in the region, and subscription information.

Mr. Dowling’s Electronic Passport
This site developed by Mr. Dowling, a middle school teacher, is a resource for learning more about other countries and cultures of the world.  It includes information on the history, geography, religions, culture, and conflicts of the Middle East. 


History in the News:  The Middle East
The Department of History at New York’s University at Albany has compiled a collection of briefly annotated resources about the Middle East.  The culture section includes art, architecture, language, and food links. 

Federal Reserve Division:  Country Studies
Developed by the Federal Research division of the Library of Congress this site includes tons of information about countries around the world.  Each country listing includes detailed information about the country's education, religion, economics, government, health, and history.


The New York Times: The Mideast Peace Process  

Comprehensive collection of new and archived coverage of peace negotiations and relations in the Middle East from the New York Times.


Historical TimeLine of Afghanistan


Afghanistan for Kids


Pictures of Middle East Flags
 


Puzzle Maker
http://puzzlemaker.schooldiscovery.com/CrissCrossSetupForm.html
Use this site to create a crossword puzzle about your country.  Your puzzle should include a minimum of 10 questions. 

Timeline Generator
http://www.bestteachersites.com/web_tools/materials/timeline/
Use this site to create your timeline of historical events.  Your timeline should include 9 events.


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