Visit the Colonial Williamsburg site to learn all about Colonial Times. There
are activities, games, and more.
Colonial Williamsburg for Kids
Learn all about the history of Ellis Island, the port of entry for all
European immigrants during the 18th-20th centuries. Maybe you can track down
one of your ancestors from Europe.
Ellis Island & Immigration
Visit the "Big Apple" online and learn about all of the different peoples who
came as immigrants via New York.
Immigrants via New York
Information on American Presidents and related government subjects.
White House & Presidents
Information on the U.S. Presidents
American Presidents
Visit the Chicago Historical Society online and discover all sorts of
interesting events that happened in Chicago.
Kids activities which highlight events, landmarks, and more.Learn all about
Chicago and its history. Activities
All About Chicago
Explore our world through cartography (maps) of continents, countries,
states,etc. Plus info about all kinds of places on our globe, flags, and
more. A great site to visit if you like social studies.
All About Maps
Become a history buff...by learning all about America's founding fathers and
more. Ben "Franklin" guides you through lots of interesting information
while also providing games, activities, and good links.
US Government with Ben
To accompany our unit on Communities, learn about the "helpers" in your
neighborhood, and their responsibilities. They are: the firefighter, the
doctor, the mailman, the librarian, the police officer, and the teacher. How
many have you met?
Your Neighborhood Helpers with Ben
Follow along with this interactive tour of Ellis Island on the Scholastic
website. See the order and process that immigrants went thru when they came
to the United States of America.
Interactive Tour of Ellis Island
Other Resources
Here are some other resources that you can't find on the internet: School
Library Local Public Library