Have you ever gone camping? When you camp, you’re usually in a place where there isn't wifi or cell reception, or even electricity. You have to figure out ways to entertain yourself that don't involve movies, TV, or the internet. If you haven't been in that situation,...
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Bedtime HistoryThe Mae Jemison Story for Kids & Families
Have you ever sat outside on a dark night and stared up at the stars, wondering what’s out there? It’s not always possible in the city, but if you get away from the lights, on a very dark and clear night, you can see thousands of stars. People have watched the stars...
History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa for Kids
Take a minute to imagine that you have traveled with your family to Italy. You visit a popular tourist spot to check out one of the most famous buildings in the world: the leaning Tower of Pisa. As you approach the tower, you can see that it is leaning...
The History of Easter Island for Kids
Have you ever heard of Easter Island? Many movies talk about it and some even say that is where the Easter Bunny lives. But in fact, it is a real place that has nothing to do with the holiday of Easter. But many people know of Easter Island from the large famous...
History of the September 11 Attacks | 9/11
Saturday will be 20 years since the attacks that took place on September 11th, also known as 9/11. We call it 9/11 because 9 represents the 9th month of September and it happened on the 11th day of September in the year 2001. If you are younger, many of you may have...
History of Cleopatra for Kids
Egypt was home to one of the most powerful civilizations of all time. They built the gigantic pyramids that are still standing today. They were led by a king, who they called a pharoah. They believed he was a god and worshipped him. They used advanced math, astronomy,...
History of Bessie Coleman for Kids
Imagine you’re a pilot, thousands of feet above the earth on an airplane. You look down from your cockpit at the patchwork of fields and tiny, Lego-sized houses below you. You’re planning your route, but you’re not trying to get from point A to point B. Instead of...
History of Miguel Hidalgo for Kids
Close your eyes and imagine that you are hiking through a dense jungle in Mexico. The leaves around you are thick and wet. You use a sword to chop your way ahead. Sometimes you stumble and fall on roots or get stuck in vines that block your path. The weather is...
History of Florence Nightingale for Kids & Families
Close your eyes and imagine you’re a soldier in a war. But you’re not on the battlefield. Instead, you’re lying in bed recovering from injuries you received in battle. The room is pitch black and it’s been a long night, and you are very uncomfortable. You are sad and...
History of Julius Caesar for Kids
Have you ever wondered what our calendar is the way it is, with 12 months and 365 days? In ancient times, many of the discoveries and inventions were made in the city of Rome. Romans invented the calendar we use today, however, it was inaccurate and did not follow the...