Today let’s have some fun and talk about pirates! Personally, whenever I hear the word “pirate,” I automatically think of Captain Hook from “Peter Pan.” Captain Hook is a mean-looking man with long black hair, a beard and mustache, an eye patch, and a hook...
Women’s History
Bedtime HistoryHistory of Rachel Carson for Kids
Have you ever planned something, only to have things turn out completely different in real life? Sometimes, you spend hours, days, or even weeks planning something– maybe a birthday party, a Halloween costume, or a trip– only to have things change at the last minute....
History of Ada Lovelace for Kids
When was Ada Lovelace born? Augusta Ada Byron was born December 10, 1815, in London, England. Her father was Lord Byron, a world-famous poet -- and her mother was Lady Anne Isabella Byron. Only a few weeks after Ada was born her parents separated and her father left...
History of Stan and Jan Berenstain for Kids
The Spooky Old Tree “Three Little Bears, one with light, one with a stick, and one with a rope! A spooky, old tree! Do they dare go into that spooky old tree? Yes, they dare!” These are the opening lines from one of my favorite...
History of Helen Keller for Kids
Learn about Helen Keller’s journey to overcome all odds by learning to speak, read, write books and later tour the world bringing attention to others with similar disabilities.
History of Beatrice Shilling for Kids
Learn about the British motorcycle racer and talented aircraft engineer, Beatrice Shilling.
History of Sybil Ludington for Kids
Learn about Sybil Ludington, the young heroine of the American Revolution, who rode over 40 miles alone in total darkness to warn fellow New York patriots of an impending British invasion.
History of Queen Victoria for Kids
Learn about Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Britain and Ireland, and the great progress that took place during what became known as Victorian England.
History of Ruth Bader Ginsburg for Kids
Learn about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Supreme Court Justice, and warrior for women’s rights and equality.
History of Rosa Parks for Kids
Learn about Rosa Parks, the courageous woman who stood up for herself and helped start the Civil Rights Movement.