The American Revolution was a turning point in history. After years of conflict followed by open warfare, Great Britain’s …
All About Castles
For hundreds of years, if you wanted to control territory in Europe, a castle was your best friend. A …
The History of Stonehenge
Stonehenge is an ancient stone circle in England north of Salisbury. Believed to be between 4,000 and 5,000 years …
History and Symbols of the Olympics
The Olympics are a famous world-wide sporting event that takes place every few years. They have a history based …
Biography of King Tutankhamun and the Discovery of His Tomb
The pharaoh Tutankhamun is one of the most famous Egyptian rulers in history. Known by many as ‘King Tut,’ …
Why Do We Have Leap Years?
Every now and again you may look at your calendar and realize that February has 29 days again. But …
Mysterious Moai: The Giant Heads of Easter Island
They are famous around the world: giant stone heads on Easter Island. Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, …
The Story of the Mayflower and the First Thanksgiving
In 1620 the Mayflower crossed from England to North America. Filled to the brim with passengers, livestock, and supplies, …
The History of Civilization
People didn’t always live like they do now. Thousands of years ago, there were no cars, no stores, no …