Discover interesting facts about U.S. history, presented by the Library of Congress.
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Interesting History
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Build a Sod House!
Imagine you’re a settler on the open prairie, and build a house for you and your family before the winter comes.
Interesting History
Discover interesting facts about U.S. history, presented by the Library of Congress.
Ben’s Guide
Can you help Benjamin Franklin place these U.S. states in their appropriate places on the map?
Harvest of History
Explore this game to find out where your food comes from, how and where it grows, and compare life in 1845 with our modern world.
Build a Sod House!
Imagine you’re a settler on the open prairie, and build a house for you and your family before the winter comes.
Pennywhistle Hero
Just like the real video game! Hit the correct numbers at the correct times to play colonial music. Don't get too many wrong, you will miss your streak and have to s...
Mission 1: For Crown or Colony
In this game you will become Nat Wheeler, a 14-year old who just moved to 1770 Boston. You determine Nat's actions, as he navigates his new life during the time befo...
Do I Have a Right?
In this game, it's up to you to decide if your clients have a right to take their case to court. Create a character and learn what it's like to work as a lawyer!
Ben’s Guide
Can you help Benjamin Franklin place these U.S. states in their appropriate places on the map?
Interesting History
Discover interesting facts about U.S. history, presented by the Library of Congress.
The Anne Frank House
Explore the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam and learn about her family and growing up in Europe during World War II.
American Charter Documents
Read all about the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Think Fast: About the Past
This is a race against the clock! Do you have what it takes to answer these questions about colonial history?
Cast Your Vote
How do you figure out which candidate is going to do the best job? In Cast Your Vote, ask debate questions and rate each candidate's answers!
Google Earth
Google Earth lets you view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, the ocean and even galaxies in outer space!
The Olympians
Learn about each of the 12 major Greek Gods, and their most important stories from Greek Mythology.
Pennywhistle Hero
Just like the real video game! Hit the correct numbers at the correct times to play colonial music. Don't get too many wrong, you will miss your streak and have to s...
Represent Me!
In "Represent Me!" you play the part of a recently elected legislator. You must now try to meet the needs of your diverse constituents
Activate
Do you have a burning desire to improve your community? Get out and campaign for the issue that's most important to you!
Responsibility Launcher
In Responsibility Launcher, you'll use flying golden anvils to remind citizens that embracing their civic duties can improve their lives!
The Anne Frank House
Explore the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam and learn about her family and growing up in Europe during World War II.
Court Quest
In Court Quest, you'll help a wide variety of citizens navigate the US court system in their search for justice. Help each person find the right court to settle the...
4 2 eXplore: Immigration
Learn about Immigration through this great directory of sites and activities!
Supreme Decision
In Supreme Decision, you'll help the final justice of the US supreme court cast her vote on an important case regarding student's rights.
Stop Disasters!
Prevent disasters from happening in this exciting game produced by the United Nations.
Hercules and the 12 Labors
This three-minute video explains why Hercules set out on his hero's journey of 12 Labors, and how he was rewarded when he succeeded.
LawCraft
In LawCraft, you play a member of congress from the state of your choice. Follow your bill and work for its implementation until you've created a new law!
Branches of Power
In Branches of Power, you control all three branches of the US Government! Write Laws, motivate legislators, and use your executive and judicial powers to shape the ...
Fun Folk Tales
Read fun folktales, Native American myths and legends, tall tales, and ghost stories from all 50 United States. See stories about famous characters like Paul Bunyan ...
The Holocaust: A Learning Site for Students
Learn about the history of the Holocaust by exploring text, photographs, maps, images of artifacts, and audio clips from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Voices of Youth
Read and discuss social issues such as education, environment, human rights and more with young people all over the world!
A History of the World: Objects from Ancient Rome
This virtual museum has photos, histories and detailed descriptions of artifacts from Ancient Rome.
Interesting History
Discover interesting facts about U.S. history, presented by the Library of Congress.
Primary History Romans: City of Rome
Fun facts and serious history about one of the ancient world's most famous cities.
Harvest of History
Explore this game to find out where your food comes from, how and where it grows, and compare life in 1845 with our modern world.
Counties Work
In Counties Work, you play the part of a politician whose job it is to decide what local projects get government funding.
Social Justice
Read famous writings about social justice, from ancient times to the early 20th century.
Karma Tycoon
Start your very own non-profit organization from the ground up and see how many people you can help!
Do I Have a Right?
In this game, it's up to you to decide if your clients have a right to take their case to court. Create a character and learn what it's like to work as a lawyer!
Food Force
Complete six missions and experience the logistical challenges of delivering food aid to those in need during a major humanitarian crisis.
Responsibility Launcher
In Responsibility Launcher, you'll use flying golden anvils to remind citizens that embracing their civic duties can improve their lives!
Social Justice
Read famous writings about social justice, from ancient times to the early 20th century.
Court Quest
In Court Quest, you'll help a wide variety of citizens navigate the US court system in their search for justice. Help each person find the right court to settle the...
Immigration Nation
Most Americans are descended from immigrants. In Immigration Nation, you can help newcomers to America navigate the exciting path to citizenship!
Karma Tycoon
Start your very own non-profit organization from the ground up and see how many people you can help!
Food Force
Complete six missions and experience the logistical challenges of delivering food aid to those in need during a major humanitarian crisis.
4 2 eXplore: Immigration
Learn about Immigration through this great directory of sites and activities!
Win The White House
Ever want to know what it's like to run for president? In Win The White House, you can take strategic control of your very own presidential campaign!
American Charter Documents
Read all about the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Branches of Power
In Branches of Power, you control all three branches of the US Government! Write Laws, motivate legislators, and use your executive and judicial powers to shape the ...
Supreme Decision
In Supreme Decision, you'll help the final justice of the US supreme court cast her vote on an important case regarding student's rights.
The Holocaust: A Learning Site for Students
Learn about the history of the Holocaust by exploring text, photographs, maps, images of artifacts, and audio clips from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
LawCraft
In LawCraft, you play a member of congress from the state of your choice. Follow your bill and work for its implementation until you've created a new law!
Do I Have a Right?
In this game, it's up to you to decide if your clients have a right to take their case to court. Create a character and learn what it's like to work as a lawyer!
Executive Command
Ever had an interest in being the leader of the United States of America? In Executive Command, live out your four-year term as President and make decisions that af...
Cast Your Vote
How do you figure out which candidate is going to do the best job? In Cast Your Vote, ask debate questions and rate each candidate's answers!
Argument Wars
Test your powers of persuasion! In Argument Wars, you take the part of a lawyer arguing your case before the US Supreme court.
Represent Me!
In "Represent Me!" you play the part of a recently elected legislator. You must now try to meet the needs of your diverse constituents
The Anne Frank House
Explore the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam and learn about her family and growing up in Europe during World War II.
Activate
Do you have a burning desire to improve your community? Get out and campaign for the issue that's most important to you!
People's Pie
It takes money to keep a country running, lots and lots of it! In People's Pie, you take control of the Federal Budget and make decisions that affect the lives of e...
Counties Work
In Counties Work, you play the part of a politician whose job it is to decide what local projects get government funding.
Stop Disasters!
Prevent disasters from happening in this exciting game produced by the United Nations.
Now Creating a New Plan
You'll be able to add text, files and other info to meet your student's needs. You'll be redirected to your new page in just a second.
Moving Games. Just a moment...
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