History Resources

home school history resources

Teaching history? It can be a challenge. There are so many topics to cover and so many ways to present it. Homeschooling your child gives you the opportunity to explore different methods and materials that might help make it easier. Teaching history is a great way to expose your kids to the world around them, their ancestors, and all of the events that have shaped us as a culture. To help you get started with homeschooling history, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best resources out there on teaching history in an engaging way. Whether you’re new to homeschooling or just looking for ideas, these resources can help you begin right away!

 

 

American History

 

World History

  • Build a Medieval Castle – Build a castle complete with walls, towers, a gatehouse and a keep. You can also add pennants, a drawbridge and a portcullis to complete your castle.
  • Byzantine & Medieval Studies Sites
  • Christian History from Christianity Today – This website has articles on every era of the church. There are articles on just about everything such as biographies and themes such as how the Vikings took up the faith.
  • History Link 101 – offers links categorized in six areas: art, biography, daily life, maps, pictures, and research of cultures in World History. Site is designed for World History classes with a history of farming, art history lessons and more.
  • The Jerusalem Insider’s Guide – The Jerusalem Insider’s Guide is an online guide for visitors and pilgrims to Jerusalem, with a growing section on Jerusalem’s history and periodic updates on archaeological discoveries.
  • Shields, Knights and Heraldry – Make a coat of arms (shield) using authentic medieval charges (designs) and the correct rules of blazonry. Free program