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
WVtravel4kids.com
Games and Activities, History and People, Women in History
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
