Social Studies
- 601
- BBC NI Learning - History
- Focuses on Northern Ireland. Offers interactive presentations on King William III, the plantation of Scottish/English settlers in the 17th century, the Easter Rising, the 'Troubles' and the Good Friday Agreement. Includes illustrations, photos and further reading in each section.
- 603
- Newry, Mourne and Gullion - History
- Gives an overview particularly focusing on events which affected the area. Includes sections on myths, christianity, the Norman invasion and the famine. Provides photographs and illustrations.
- 604
- Proclamation of the Irish Republic
- A word for word copy of the proclamation read from the steps of the General Post Office by Patrick Pearse on 24 April 1916. Also includes links to the background events surrounding it and reports on the Easter rising.
- 605
- Mr Dowling - The Renaissance.
- Introduces the era, the changes it brought, and some of its leaders. Created for middle school students.
- 606
- The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I
- This extensive site covers fashion, clothing, court life, the Spanish Armada, Mary Queen of Scots, Europe in the "Age of Elizabeth." (1533-1603)
- 607
- The Renaissance Connection
- Learn about Renaissance art, architecture, patrons' lifestyles, science, inventions, and trade exploration. Includes interactive projects in the Flash version.
- 608
- Berkshire History for Kids - Civil War Chaos
- Recounts the story of King Charles I and the events leading up to his execution. Provides links to places of interest in Berkshire.
- 609
- The Blitz
- Summary of the bombings which occurred in London during the second World War. Also provides links to photographs of the events and further reading.
- 610
- The Peterloo Massacre
- Offers information on the events of 16th August 1819 when a meeting of 60,000 protesters gathered to demand the reform of parliament. Fearing revolution the magistrates present ordered dispersement and the military rode into the crowd killing many.
- 611
- BBC Online: Vikings
- Useful facts, illustrations, interactive quizzes, activities and printable pages.
- 613
- Who Were the Vikings?
- Defines the term "Viking," and identifies the people groups to whom the name may refer.
- 614
- Yurok Indians
- Explains Yurok culture, history, language and lifestyle in simple question-and-answer format. With links to more extensive information.
- 615
- Confederation for Kids
- Information about the formation of the country. Includes history, provinces, and a glossary.
- 617
- Great Upper Canada Adventure
- Imagining yourself as a settler on the Sydenham River in the 1800's. An interactive game involving choices about planting, building, and choosing a career.
- 618
- Quebec History: Quebec Act
- Article from the Department of History at Marianopolis College describing the why the Quebec Act was written and the implications it has had on history.