March 2007
Frontier Forts of the American Revolution
by knann (via)
During the American Revolution - 1776-1783 - frontier forts played an important role. They were a place where colonists could take refuge from British soldiers or hostile Native American patrols. Forts also protected important roads, rivers, or materials needed in the fighting.
February 2007
A Colonial Family and Community
by knann (via)
Be a history detective. Go back in time and investigate the daily lives of the Daggetts, a colonial family from northeastern Connecticut. Collect clues to uncover answers to 7 questions about colonial life in the 1700s. Then prove your skills as a history detective by discovering "What's wrong with this picture?"
August 2005
Paul Revere Virtual Museum Welcome
by knann (via)
Learn all about Paul Revere and his Midnight Ride!
GeoNet Game
by knann & 2 others (via)
Online geography game for the United States and World. Games are centered on the 5 themes of geography.
July 2005
Plimoth Plantation - You are the Historian
by knann (via)
Use the skills of historians to peel away the layers of myth and misconception surrounding “The First Thanksgiving” and discover what might really have happened during the fall of 1621. Outstanding site with Teacher's Guide.
The Tudors
by knann
Interactive activities from Great Britain's National Archives. Learn about the Court of Henry VIII, tudor life, and jousting. Well done and informative. Includes teacher resources.
Kidspiration Activity Templates
by knann
Many curriculum related templates created by teachers for grades k-5 available for downloading. Check it out!
BBC - History - Viking Quest game
by knann
An epic tale of loot and legend! Travel back in time to the year 793 AD. Can you build a ship, cross the seas, loot a monastery and return home to claim your prize?
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