As part of the Asia Trail exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the Asian Small-clawed Otter. In addition to several pictures, the site provides a description and information on habitat, diet, reproduction, and more.

Dr. Tim McCoy delves into how we can learn about the formation of the solar system through studying meteorites. [29:16]

Augusta Savage is profiled at this site in a format that begins with a brief biographical sketch of her life. Her works are then listed by appearance in the museum's database. Each work is presented in thumbnail format with brief information including title of work and date of creation.

Podcast of traditional and contemporary music and dance of Bali performed by a gamelan orchestra. Includes detailed notes as well as a slideshow of Balinese performers. [55:16]

A poster extolling the virtues of Thomas Edison's new phonograph is accompanied by text that explains the purpose of the poster and how it was made.

Visit an example-rich exploration of poster art and learn how famous faces have been used to convey meanings and messages across the decades. An excellent resource for discovering how art can be a window into a particular time, Ballyhoo! looks at images from a range of periods in U.S. history, including turn-of-the century America (ca. 1890), World War I, World War II, and the 1960s. An effective device, also, for learning about celebrity culture and the tried-and-true advertising ruse of celebrity endorsement.

As part of the small mammals exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the Banded Mongoose. In addition to several pictures, the site provides a description and information on habitat, diet, reproduction, and more.

Smithsonian Magazine correspondent Tom Mueller reflects on the legacy of the Berlin Wall. (June 2006)

An exhibition that uses African art to explain the concepts of bigness and smallness. In the world of art, big and small can refer not only to physical size but to relative size, to the impression an object makes, or to the largeness of feeling it evokes. An interesting lesson about how to look closely at art, with lots of cultural information about how native peoples of Africa value artistic and cultural artifacts.

Dr. Helen James, an ornithologist at the National Museum of Natural History, explains what prehistoric evidence can tell you about bird extinctions. [29:15]

The Smithsonian National Zoological Park provides a detailed look at birds. Content includes a focus on the Zoo's bird house exhibit, as well as bird houses, flight cages, bird facts, bird information for kids, an FAQ section, a photo gallery, and more.

Explore an exciting collection of teaching resources, activities, and lesson plans honoring Black History Month.

There are many interesting facts about the loudest animal in the New World, the black howler monkey, on this informative site.

An excellent resource to celebrate early black American aviators. Students will find thrilling tales of true courage concerning black Americans and the "Quest for Equal Opportunity."

As part of the Amazonia exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the Black-footed Ferret. In addition to several pictures, the site provides a description and information on habitat, diet, reproduction, and more.

As part of the bird exhibit at the National Zoo, this resource highlights various facts and interesting information on the Brown Pelican. In addition to several pictures, the site provides brief information on topics related to the pelican.

Smithsonian in the Classroom presents Building Up, Breaking Down. Teachers can download this comprehensive teaching package in which students investigate how buildings weather. See what happens to a building once it has been erected. Students will look at similarities and differences among urban and rural settings. In an examination of the geology of buildings, they will also look at such things as rock fracture, chemical weathering, and pollution. In addition to detailed lesson plans, this amazing teaching resource comes complete with background information, vibrant visuals, and student handouts.

A fascinating site that presents the story of Alice Fletcher who traveled to Dakota Territory to live with Sioux women. Click on dates on the calendar for diary entries. Also includes historic photo gallery.

The Smithsonian National Zoo offers a fact sheet on the Caracal. Content includes a look at the caracal's home range, habitat, diet, reproduction, social structure, and life span.