Social Studies /History(K-12)

• Best of History Websites

  This website has links for all types of history and levels of social studies. There are also sample lessons and other ideas. One stop history shopping.

• Ron Clark Site

  Check this out if you teach social studies! He is the inspiration for the current movie! On this site, he has “raps” he has written on topics like THE PRESIDENTS or BONES IN THE BODY. . It’s a real find! You’ll love it!

• Pilgrims and colonies

  There are lesson plans and even a great picture of a Hornbook for students to decorate! Great source of information!

• World History Matters

  Gives lots of web sites for World History

• White House For Kids

  This site is great for students. They can tour the White House and learn about the current President.

• United States Facts

  REALLY good state information… displayed ever so neatly! :)

• Fun State Facts

  Interesting state information…

• Internet Public Library: Stately Knowledge

  More info on the 50 states!

• Class Brain

  Great information for state fair projects!

• History Matters: The U.S. Survey Course on the Web

  Annotates 850 Web sites in American history

• Museum of Tolerance Home page

  The Museum of Tolerance provides a unique and provocative experience that challenges visitors to become witnesses to history, confront the dynamic of intolerance that is still embedded in society today.

  Through powerful interactive exhibits, arts and lectures, special events and customized educational programs for youths and adults, the Museum engages visitors’ hearts and minds in a journey of discovery to inspire change." This is a fieldtrip that will change the way your students see the world!

• Brain Pop

  This website is very exciting. There are many links for teachers, parents, and students for all subjects. My favorite part of this website is the movie clips. I teach US History and there are animated movies to help students understand events like the American Revolution, The Civil War etc. The downside, you can only complete two activities per day unless you subscribe and pay an anuual fee.

• States and Capitals

  Can be used for geography of all 50 states. Click on a state and you get many different facts about that state.

• National Geographic Xpeditions

  Looking for geography based lesson plans? This site has lessons broken down by standard and grade level…

• History for Kids

  A wonderful site explaining the fundamentals of history to kids in THEIR terms.

• Black History Quest

  Offers numerous links to just about every topic in black history!!

• From Slavery to Civil Rights: A Timeline of African-American History

  Wonderful resource for studying slavery and civil rights. Beautifully done.

• The Learning Page

  Here is a “teacher’s eye view” of over 7 million historical documents, photograps, maps, fils, and audio recordings. You will find lessons, features, activities, and tips annd tricks for using these collections in your classrooms.

• California Gold Rush

  Whether you home school, teach elementary school, or just enjoy history “The Gold Rush” is designed for you. Welcome to your comprehensive guide to the epic quest for gold.

• Music from the Old West

  Here is some music you can listen to in your class while an activity is worked on!

• Global Nomads Group

  This is an extradinary website that allows for students to videoconference caround the globe and back. I found it in a magazine and using it for my final unit on International Relations. The organization promotes World Peace and global understanding…otherwise international penpals! You will dig it like bunnies with carrots!

• Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for KIds

  This is a super site for helping children to understand our government.
  Divided by grade level.

• Destination: Modern Art

  This site is from the Museum of Modern Art in New York. There are some wonderful activities that allow students to get familiar with some famous works of art. Very engaging!

• Bravenet Webmaster Resources

  This site has free music clips from various eras of American culture. For example, there are some great ones under “Jazz and Blues.”

• Arizona Geographic Alliance

  The purpose of the Arizona Geographic Alliance is to strengthen geography education in Arizona. Great FREE resources! For example, they have lessons that combine math and geography.

• America's Story from America's Library

  “America’s Story from America’s Library” wants you to have fun with history while learning at the same time. We want to put the story back in history and show you some things that you’ve never heard or seen before. The stuff you see comes from the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Library is the largest in the world and has millions of amazing things that will surprise you. (This website was ontributed by Jennifer Bennett and her 5th grade class)