http://holidays.kaboose.com/cinco-de-mayo/ “Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the historical battle of 1862 between Mexico and France. This holiday is a symbol of Mexican pride and unity and includes great festivities. This 5th of May, join in the celebration with our selection of Cinco de Mayo crafts, history lessons, recipes, games, Cinco de Mayo printables [...]

African American History Month is a website dedicated to the education and celebration of African American history.  You will find links to educational resources as well as special events/activities in which you can be involved.

Mission US is “a revolutionary way to learn history.”  It is a FREE online role-playing game about  American history with mini-games as well.  There are also lesson plans for teachers.  A great resource to supplement your American History studies!

Here’s something that will look great on a school transcript and give your student an opportunity to work on their writing and critical thinking skills – and also learn something in the process!  HSDLA sponsors an essay contest for home schooled students aged 7-19.  Click here to view the rules and categories for each age [...]

With coins, we literally carry the past in our pockets. But most of us seldom stop and think about the historical riches at our fingertips. This site aims to change that! As we discover the hidden stories behind our coins, we can develop a fascination that can last a lifetime. H.I.P. Pocket Change is also [...]

Help your child learn with games, software and educational activities from Owl & Mouse Educational Software.   Early reading software—phonics software, alphabet games, and Dolch sight words in a fairy tale story.  All of it FREE!  Free online USA maps, world maps, map of Europe, map puzzles of the US, Europe, Africa, Asia, and many more.  [...]

The Alabama Department of Archives and History offers online crafts and history lessons.  Visit History at Home to view the changing craft options to incorporate into your history studies.