| Encylopaedia Britannica guide to black history | A fabulous site packed with information, images and accounts of black history. Including audio and video materials, this site is superb for independent student research. | |
| Africans in America | Professional US based site offering some good information combined with interesting images and source material. Clear US slant, but used with other sources, this is first class. | |
| Black Peoples of the Americas - links | A series of key questions that, when selected, offer selected internet links to help pupils find the answers. A really helpful collection of specific links to research. | |
| Amistad research center | Ideal source of information relating to study of the Black Peoples of America. Not specifically geared towards the Amistad rebellion, but more usefully a much wider range of Black history. | |
| Black Facts | A site that chronologically lists the achievements of coloured people throughout history - good for identifying and introducing this topic. Use the search box! | |
| Black and Asian history map | Covering more information than is required for this topic, this site is a splendid gateway to information. Using the search and other tools, relevant material can easily be found. | |
| The Slave Trade | A clearly organised and comprehensive collection of information about the Slave Trade from Spartacus Internet. An excellent starting point with a great deal of material to examine. | |
| 16 further links | Link to the SchoolHistory section on slavery. Some of the links listed here are duplicated, but this page offers specific links to slavery and the abolition movement. | |
| What was the Underground Railroad and what was its impact? | Online lesson produced by SchoolHistory.co.uk - introduces students to the concept of the Underground Railroad and leads them through source analysis. | |
| Abolition Acts of 1807 and 1833 - how did they affect slavery? | A Learning Curve snapshot activity providing excellent primary source analysis that covers and explains important aspects related to slavery. Assessment questions included. | |
| The Abolitionist | A directory of sites that provide information and background to the American abolition of slavery. Useful material for research, including links to individuals involved. | |
| History of slavery and the American Civil War | From the immense about.com network, this section offers useful links and information for research into slavery, US Civil War and the abolition movements. | |
| Chronology | A timeline charting the events relating to the abolition of slavery throughout the world. Very useful for an overview of key events. | |
| A history of the Klu Klux Klan | An online investigation into the Klu Klux Klan, suitable for school pupils. Examines viewpoints, interpretations and effects accompanied by a brief history and recommended links. | |
| A Hundred Years of Terror | A text heavy and detailed report into the history of the Klu Klux Klan. A great source of information relating to the emergence of the KKK. | |
| Martin Luther King 'scavenger hunt' | A superb exercise allowing pupils to research information about the famous civil rights leader using recommended sites on the Internet. | |
| Civil Rights report | A well presented and accessible examination of civil rights issues covering the struggle for equality for Americans of African descent. As the report concludes, the struggle continues. | |
| Black presence | This site offers a history of black people with some excellent topical information helpful for pupils to identify the troubles that exist today. | |
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