Social Studies…specifically!

Social Studies is the subject that is most easily overlooked at times. It’s also one of the hardest to find “fun” engaging, interactive websites for, 🙂
In my TECHedge today, they so thoughtfully provides a great list. Enjoy!

Studying-ly,
Amber

• CNN Student News – 10 minutes of current events every day
• History Animated – animations of the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Pacific campaign in WW II
• Kids.gov – social studies lessons and information for grades K-5
• Kids Past – World History “textbook” and games for elementary students
• Learning Tools for Social Studies Teachers – resources on all aspects of social studies
• Library of Congress – videos, maps, manuscripts, sheet music, photos, sounds, and much more
• National Archives Daily Document – a new primary source document corresponding to that day in history
• Online Activities – designed primarily for K-8
• PBS Teachers – resources by grade level
• Playing History – a collection of more than 100 games in US and world history, geography, and civics
• Social Studies for Kids – fun facts, current events, games, glossaries, and more
• Social Studies Games and Activities – primarily for K-6
• X Timeline – allows students to collaborate on timelines together

Social StudiesLY,

Amber