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Grade 9, World History Std 11: Describe the impact of European nationalism and Western imperialism as forces of global transformation, including the unification of Italy and Germany, the rise of Japan's power in East Asia, the economic roots of imperialism, colonialism and nationalism

Lesson Plans: Birth of the American Empire as Seen Through Political Cartoons 1898-1905- Students examine six political cartoons about the Spanish-American War and its aftermath. Identify the symbols used to represent people and ideas. Discuss the political positions supported by the editorial drawings. White Man's Burden: The Expansionist/Anti-Imperialist Debate at the Turn of the Century Students discuss at what point do the needs and desires of the U.S. supersede the autonomy of another country? What are America's rightful interests abroad? These questions, debated hotly at the turn of the century, are again important issues since the end of the Cold War. The Age of Imperialism "The Age of Imperialism" represents one chapter of An On-Line History of the United States, a new program that combines an engaging narrative with the broad resources available to students on the Internet.

Resources: Nationalism-The Internet Modern History Sourcebook is one of series of history primary sourcebooks. World of 1898: Spanish American War-This presentation provides resources and documents about the Spanish-American War, Best of History Websites (Early Modern Europe) Map Resources on the Web BBC History An impressive array of exhibitions, activities, games, photo galleries and other resources. The History Channel Online PBS History
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