National Museums Scotland — Kids
Animals, Art, Music and Museums, History and People, Museums, Women in History
National Museums Scotland — Kids
“Journey into the heart of Ancient Egypt, build a plane and explore the mysteries of the Lewis Chessmen.”
Subject: Our World–History & People; Our World–The Ancient World–Ancient Italy (Rome); Math And Science–Air & Space–Airplanes & Aircraft; Our World–The Ancient World–Ancient Egypt; Our World–The Ancient World–Ancient Europe; Art, Music & Museums–Music; Our World–Europe–United Kingdom (includes England And Scotland); Math And Science–Animals–Insects, Arachnids & Worms
America by Air
History and People, Women in History
America by Air
Learn about flying in the United States from “the early years” to “The Heydey of Propeller Airlines” to “The Jet Age.”
Subject: Math And Science–Transportation; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Women Pioneers in American Memory
History and People, North America, Women in History
Women Pioneers in American Memory
Learn about the pioneering women who helped make American history by settling the Western frontier, fighting for equal rights for all, and working at non-traditional jobs.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–History & People–Women In History
Euro Kid’s Corner
Games and Activities, History and People, Online Games, Women in History
Euro Kid’s Corner
Play games that will help you learn about the Euro.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Math And Science–Math–Money; Fun Stuff–Games & Activities–Online Games; Our World–Europe
New Jersey History Kids
Dance, Fine Arts, History and People, Performing Arts, Women in History
New Jersey History Kids
This website is for instructing “New Jersey students in grades K through 4 in New Jersey History and Social Studies.”
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–N-P–New Jersey
WVtravel4kids.com
Games and Activities, History and People, Women in History
WVtravel4kids.com
Learn about great places to go and things to do in West Virginia. Also learn a little about the state and play some games.
Subject: Fun Stuff–Puzzles; Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–R-W–West Virgina; Fun Stuff–Games & Activities
Salem Witch Trials: The World Behind the Hysteria
History and People, Women in History
Salem Witch Trials: The World Behind the Hysteria
A look at the Salem Witch Trials, including what life was like in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692, details about the witch hunt and the witch trials.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–L-M–Massachusetts
A Journey to a New Land
History and People, Women in History
A Journey to a New Land
How did people first travel to the Americas 12,000 years ago? Did they cross the Bering Land Bridge or come in boats down the Pacific Coast? Ponder this and learn about the ice age and some animals that are now extinct.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–Native Americans; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
NSF Scrub Club
Health, History and People, Women in History
NSF Scrub Club
Join the Scrub Club as they fight Influenza Enzo, Bac(teria) and other dirty, germy villains. The site features webisodes, games, downloads and more.
Subject: Health–Health Resources For Teachers & Parents; Math And Science–History & People; Health–Hygiene
Downtown Dragons
Art, Music and Museums, Buildings and Cities (Architecture), History and People, Museums, Women in History
Downtown Dragons
Learn about Pittsburgh’s history and the buildings in it with a virtual tour of downtown, songs, games and pictures. The site also provides resources for teachers.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–N-P–Pennsylvania; Art, Music & Museums–Buildings & Cities (Architecture)
Go West Across America With Lewis & Clark
History and People, Women in History
Go West Across America With Lewis & Clark
“Wild rivers. Rugged mountains. An unknown continent to explore. This legendary American expedition will face them all. And they need your help on this incredible adventure.”
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–R-W–Utah; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–N-P–Oklahoma
The Land of Glittering Dreams
History and People, Women in History
The Land of Glittering Dreams
Learn about the California gold rush through photographs and stories.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–R-W–West Virgina
Exploring Maryland’s Roots
History and People, Women in History
Exploring Maryland’s Roots
Explore Maryland???s roots at this engaging site: investigate the buildings of a Woodland Indian village; travel as an indentured servant from London to the new colony; hear passages from a colonist???s diary; and solve the mystery of the three coffins.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–50 States–L-M–Maryland; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
U-505 Submarine at the Museum of Science and Industry
Art, Music and Museums, History and People, Museums, Women in History
U-505 Submarine at the Museum of Science and Industry
Explore a German U-505 submarine that was captured during World War II. Play the interactive games and take a virtual tour to learn about submarine technology and history of the war.
Subject: Our World–Our World Virtual Field Trips; Math And Science–Math And Science Virtual Field Trips; Art, Music & Museums–Art, Music & Museums Virtual Field Trips; Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Math And Science–Technology & Industry–Military
The World of Benjamin Franklin
History and People, Women in History
The World of Benjamin Franklin
Check out this great website from the Franklin Institute with lots of fun facts and a Quick Time movie. Be sure to click on the Franklin FAQ! (Frequently Asked Questions)
Subject: Our World–History & People–Inventions And Inventors; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Lewis and Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery
History and People, Women in History
Lewis and Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery
Learn about the history behind one of America’s greatest expeditions. Lead the expedition through an interactive story, read about the Native American tribes who inhabited the area before the arrival of Lewis and Clark, and read journals written by the Corps of Discovery as they made their way into the wild west!
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–Native Americans; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Vietnam Online
History and People, Women in History
Vietnam Online
“The Vietnam War was the longest and most unpopular war in which Americans ever fought.” Learn about the events of the war, who was who, and read reflections written by people who were there.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Math And Science–Technology & Industry–Military
Thomas Jefferson
History and People, Women in History
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the 3rd President of the United States. Learn about his life and deeds in this exhibit from the Library of Congress.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–Presidents & The White House; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Technology in 1900
History and People, Women in History
Technology in 1900
What was technology like 100 years ago? Find out on this site, where you can read about the first telephone operators, early race cars, and music video 1900s style.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Math And Science–History & People
Pomp: The True Story of the Baby on the Sacagawea Dollar
Advanced Reading, History and People, North America, Women in History
Pomp: The True Story of the Baby on the Sacagawea Dollar
“He’s cute, he’s sleepy, and he’s in your pocket. He’s Pomp, the napping little baby on the new Sacagawea dollar coin.” Read about Pomp’s amazing life in six chapters.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–Native Americans; Reading Zone–Advanced Reading
The Life of Henry Ford
History and People, Women in History
The Life of Henry Ford
Explore the life and work of Henry Ford.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Math And Science–History & People
Pioneers – Heritage Gateways – Utah Education Network
History and People, Women in History
Pioneers – Heritage Gateways – Utah Education Network
Find out about the people who traveled west. Some of the biographies are of children, who tell their stories in their own words.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–R-W–Utah
The Oregon Trail
History and People, Women in History
The Oregon Trail
Enjoy the adventure of the Oregon Trail, the historical pathway to the state of Oregon and the entire western United States. Created by the authors of “The Oregon Trail,” a television documentary that appeared on PBS.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–50 States–N-P–Oregon; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
National Park Service: The Great American Landmarks Adventure
Art, Music and Museums, Arts and Crafts, Buildings and Cities (Architecture), Coloring, History and People, Museums, North America, Women in History
National Park Service: The Great American Landmarks Adventure
Print out and color drawings of 43 U.S. National Historic Landmarks while learning about their history.
Subject: Fun Stuff–Arts & Crafts–Coloring; Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–United States; Art, Music & Museums–Buildings & Cities (Architecture)
Salem: Witchcraft Hysteria
History and People, Women in History
Salem: Witchcraft Hysteria
Learn about the famous witch trials in Salem, Massachusetts in this interactive history story from National Geographic.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–L-M–Massachusetts
300 Women Who Changed The World
History and People, Women in History
300 Women Who Changed The World
Learn about important women in history from the 1600s to today!
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–History & People–Women In History
The First Thanksgiving: Mayflower Voyage
Geography and World Culture, History and People, Women in History
The First Thanksgiving: Mayflower Voyage
Learn about the Mayflower’s voyage in 1620, as well the Harvest Feast that became known as the “First Thanksgiving”.
Subject: Our World–Geography & World Culture–Holidays; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Abraham Lincoln Research Site
History and People, North America, Women in History
Abraham Lincoln Research Site
Did you know that Lincoln had a dog named Fido and that Lincoln’s sons kept goats in the White House? Learn dozens of facts about Lincoln at this site, including information about his childhood, his famous speeches, his favorite poems and more. There are also many links to other sites about Lincoln.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–Presidents & The White House; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Africans in America
History and People, Women in History
Africans in America
Learn all about the history of Africans in America at this educational site. It is a great resource for any type of report on American history from the 1400s to the mid-1800s.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–USA Resources For Parents & Teachers
Celebrating America’s Freedoms
History and People, Women in History
Celebrating America’s Freedoms
Learn about the origins of such American holidays as Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day. You can find out about how the words of the Pledge of Allegiance have changed over the years or learn about the national cemeteries. This site looks at some of the U.S.’s most important symbols and observances. Suggestions for teaching activities are also includ …
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–USA Resources For Parents & Teachers
Learning Page of the Library of Congress
History and People, Women in History
Learning Page of the Library of Congress
Pathfinders guide you through American Memories. Lots of photos of Americans and even some games where they turn photos into puzzles you can play with.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–Government; Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Women’s History Month
History and People, Women in History
Women’s History Month
Read about famous women in history: Anne Frank, Harriet Tubman, or Laura Ingalls Wilder. There are 32 different women to read about!
Subject: Our World–History & People–Women In History
Women in World History Curriculum
History and People, Women in History
Women in World History Curriculum
Get lessons, biographies, curricula, and book suggestions to incorporate more women’s history in the classroom.
Subject: Our World–History & People–Women In History
Renaissance Connection
Art, Music and Museums, History and People, Museums, Women in History
Renaissance Connection
Explore Renaissance art and history at this entertaining and colorful site created for middle school students. Find out about innovation, art, architecture, trade, exploration, patrons, science, technology, and everyday life.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Art, Music & Museums–Art–Art History
Time Warp Trio
Computers and the Internet, History and People, Online Games, Women in History
Time Warp Trio
This site features information and games associated with the kid???s television show, ???Time Warp Trio??? featured on Discovery Kids Channel. Kids can learn history and play games at the same time.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Computers And The Internet–Online Games
Lemelson-MIT: Invention Dimension
History and People, Women in History
Lemelson-MIT: Invention Dimension
Look up inventors by their name or look up inventions by subject area (Medicine & Healthcare, Consumer Products, Transportation, Energy & Environment, and Computing & Telecommunications). This site also has games and quizzes and an Inventor’s Handbook.
Subject: Our World–History & People–Inventions And Inventors
Clockworks: From Sundials to the Atomic Second
History and People, Women in History
Clockworks: From Sundials to the Atomic Second
Clockworks is an exploration of time, with a history of timekeeping devices.
Subject: Our World–History & People–Inventions And Inventors; Math And Science–Technology & Industry
Zoom Inventors and Inventions
History and People, Women in History
Zoom Inventors and Inventions
Learn all about inventors and inventions throughout history. A wide variety of topics are covered here, including clothing, communication, food, medicine, science and industry, transportation, and the underseas. There are also lists of women inventors, African-American inventors, and inventors and inventions from several different countries.
Subject: Our World–History & People–Inventions And Inventors; Math And Science–History & People
Kids’ Castles
Computers and the Internet, History and People, Online Games, Women in History
Kids’ Castles
“The home page has an aerial view of the castle. Clicking on a part of the view takes you to that part of the castle. You will find out about the people that lived there and what they did. Sometimes there will also be more information about an aspect of castle life, a game to play or puzzle to solve, or something YOU can do to add to the fun of Kid …
Subject: Our World–History & People; Computers And The Internet–Online Games
The Invention Dimension: Invention of the Week
History and People, Women in History
The Invention Dimension: Invention of the Week
Features a new inventor and invention each week. Click on the Inventor of the Week Archives link to find more stories about famous and not-so-famous inventors!
Subject: Math And Science–History & People; Math And Science–Technology & Industry
Food Timeline
History and People, Women in History
Food Timeline
Discover history and have fun cooking at the same time. The time line begins with 5000 B.C.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Fun Stuff–Hobbies–Cooking
Inside AT&T Labs– Brain Spin
History and People, Women in History
Inside AT&T Labs– Brain Spin
Learn about Alexander Graham Bell or the telephone or fiber optics or even the internet stucture.
Subject: Math And Science–History & People; Math And Science–Technology & Industry
PeaceKids.net
History and People, Short Stories, Women in History
PeaceKids.net
Are you a kid who cares about our world? Are you concerned about the environment or the homeless? Do you want to do something about it? Kids can make a difference. Thanks to the People for Peace organization, you can find out how.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Reading Zone–Short Stories