Fun with History
Geo BeeGeography is a key component of history. Maps help us gain a better grasp of historical events. This is a great site that has daily geography quizzes. It is a great refresher if you haven't looked at a map in a while, and it is a great tool to develop a foundation in geography. Challenge your friends or your family to see who is the Geo Quiz champion!
In addition to the Geo Quiz, there are many different puzzles and games on the National Geographic site. There is information on travel and science, and there are always some great pictures. |
Road to Revolution
The Revolutionary War was not just an important event in America; the American Revolution affected most of the world! This site has a great game that challenges your knowledge of the American Revolution. The game even has a wealth of links to more information on the important events on America’s “Road to Revolution.” These include newspaper articles from the time period, interviews with scholars, and maps that trace the revolutionary action. The greatest aspect of the site is the vast wealth of information that isn’t usually touched upon in classes or textbooks. Take a look for yourself and learn something new today!
US Constitution FunSo now you have seen what the Road to Revolution looked like. Now it is time for you to have some fun with the next part of American history. This site has quizzes about the Founding Fathers, crossword puzzles, treasure hunts, and it even tests your Constitution IQ! It is a great source for important dates and it even has a glossary of terms that cover all things Constitution. There are also quizzes that your family can take to test their knowledge. Check out some of the fun that this site has to offer and increase your Constitution IQ today!
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Who Am I?
Being a historian is kind of like being a detective. This site provides a “history mystery” set in the Civil War. There are different characters that provide evidence as to who the mystery person is. Each piece of evidence gives insight into what life was like during one of America’s most chaotic periods. There are some great pictures of weapons, musical instruments, and clothing from the Civil War era. This game also provides information on the important roles that women played on both sides in the Civil War. Give the game a try and see if you can figure out who the mystery person is.