Titanic in Nova Scotia
View artifacts and documents from the Titanic and learn about where those who lost their lives were buried.
Subject: Our World–History & People
National Museums Scotland — Kids
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
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
The Great Chicago Fire and the Web of Memory
The Great Chicago Fire and the Web of Memory
Learn more about one of the most famous fires in history. This site offers historical facts, eyewitness accounts, and pictures about the fire that destroyed Chicago in 1871.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Women Pioneers in American Memory
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
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
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
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
The Holocaust Explained
“Find out how and why the Nazi dictatorship built ghettos, concentration camps and eventually extermination camps like Auschwitz.”
Subject: Our World–History & People; Our World–Our World Resources For Parents & Teachers
Salem Witch Trials: The World Behind the Hysteria
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
Four Faces of Pocahontas
Learn more about this legendary Native American woman. This page gives information about Pocahontas, including details about her rescue of John Smith, her kidnapping, and her later life.
Subject: Our World–North America–USA–History & People
Understanding Slavery
“Learn about the history of slavery around the world. Follow the journey of one man who was enslaved in both Africa and the United States. Then, travel back in time to Richmond, Virginia in 1845 to witness a slave auction. Along the way, you’ll learn just how pervasive the institution of slavery was in the United States and how it differed from sla …
Subject: Our World–History & People
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
BBC Wales: Iron Age Celts
Live a day in the life of a Celtic family in Wales during the prehistoric Iron Age in which metalwork was used to craft tools and weaponry. Watch cartoons, play games, and make crafts while learning about the early Celtic people, their culture, and beliefs during this important period in ancient history.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Our World–Our World Resources For Parents & Teachers; Our World–The Ancient World
The Civil War for Fifth Graders
The Civil War for Fifth Graders
Learn the basics about the American Civil War from this well-organized, outline-style website. Authored by a fifth grade elementary school teacher, the site contains references and other reliable source information for use is school projects.
Subject: Our World–History & People; Our World–Our World Resources For Parents & Teachers
The Brain by Dialogue For Kids
The Brain by Dialogue For Kids
Ask questions, watch videos and learn fun facts about your noggin, such as how our brain compares with other animals’. The site also includes resources for teachers.
Subject: Health–The Mind; Math And Science–History & People; Math And Science–Math And Science Resources For Parents & Teachers
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
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
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
Virtual Marching Tour of the American Revolution
Virtual Marching Tour of the American Revolution
This site covers the Philadelphia Campaign of 1777, including the March to Brandywine, the Battle of Brandywine, the Battle of the Clouds, the Paoli Massacre, the March to Germantown, and the Battle of Germantown. It also has information on Fort Mifflin, Valley Forge, and the British in Philadelphia.
Subject: Our World–Our World Virtual Field Trips; Our World–North America–USA–History & People; Our World–North America–USA–50 States–N-P–Pennsylvania