It covers the history of the Western Hemisphere, including the cultures of many native peoples of the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. This site for kids is sponsored by the Presidency of the Republic of Mexico. It includes information about Mexican government, history, environment, and culture. There are links to games, music, recipes, myths, stories, and other sites and activities designed for children. The main site is in Spanish, with links to pages in English , French , and Italian .
Many lessons are cross-disciplinary, and some integrate the Internet into the activities.
There is also resource database for locating materials such as books, videos, hands-on kits, and teacher packets. It chronicles the war through various perspectives of people on both sides of the conflict and includes conversations with and essays by historians and other experts, a timeline of war-related events, and a user discussion arena. Each is a directed exploration of a web site and includes a comprehensive lesson plan and printable handouts. Web resources and student materials are all in Spanish. An extensive online guide to Mexico that includes current news , geographical and demographical information , a list of language schools and workshops , and a cultural index with links to historical briefs, an official and religious holiday calendar, art, and literature.