Exciting history for kids

Exciting history for kids

Is your child a history geek or not so knowledgeable historian? Need some help? The holidays are a great time to give your child a history book package – history book and audiobook! Great for all kinds of learners! Trust me. I am a History Teacher and ready to help your child on the path […]

Best Kid’s American History book

Best Kid’s American History book

Embark on a historical journey by learning how to read with the greatest adventures from American history. Spend time with the noblest heroes of America like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, follow Sacagawea as she blazes new trails on the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and more! Learning to Read: American History, Volume 1 is designed […]

Remember 9/11

Remember 9/11

Remember the September 11, 2001 attacks against America. The 9/11 Museum tells the story through media, narratives, and artifacts. You will hear personal stories of loss, recovery, and hope. Easy activities for your child at home  – Write a letter to a local hero to thank them for what they do in their own community […]

Fourth of July wordsearch

Fourth of July wordsearch

Happy 4th of July everyone!  Do something absolutely fun to celebrate America’s Independence!  Eat, play, sing, dance, watch something, honor, play our word search game, and just enjoy! But first, just a little history lesson below about our freedoms – Each section in the Declaration of Independence explains why it had the right to declare […]

Goodbye Stan Ellsworth

Goodbye Stan Ellsworth

Let’s say “goodbye” to Stan Ellsworth, historian, patriot, and actor. We admire his contributions to American history and TV by making it fun, adventurous, and relevant. Did you know? TV host of American Ride U.S. History teacher Harley Davidson motorcycle rider Vital Statistics: June 20, 1959 – March 30, 2013 Actor in “Luck of the […]

Kings and queens

Kings and queens

Remember the time of kings and queens? There were good monarchs and bad ones. Let’s delve back into history for a few moments while examining life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. “In 1685, James became the next king. Then William and Mary overthrew King James. The Glorious Revolution had begun. William III and Mary […]

History in 3 Minutes Podcast

History in 3 Minutes Podcast

Hello everyone from “History in 3 Minutes Podcast.” Welcome back! Today’s topic is “The Civil War Ends.” Both sides took a second look at their strategies, strengths, and weaknesses. President Lincoln had first thought the north would be strong enough militarily to defeat the south. However, reinforcements under the command of Thomas J. Jackson, also […]

Mayflower Day

Mayflower Day

September 16th is Mayflower Day. In 1620 the Pilgrims left Plymouth, England to find a place to practice religious freedom. Did you know? The Pilgrims also wanted to find a better life for themselves The Pilgrims were headed to Virginia on a ship called the “Mayflower” Due to a storm, they landed off the coast […]

9/11 Wordsearch

9/11 Wordsearch

Help your child learn about the story of the September 11, 2001 attacks against America. The 9/11 Memorial & Museum tells the story through media, narratives, and artifacts, presenting visitors with personal stories of loss, recovery, and hope. Activities your child can do at home include – Write a letter to a local hero to thank […]