The World Wide Web is rich in educational resources for the elementary classroom. Below is a list of a few of the social studies web sites that are available. Following the title, you will find a is a brief description of each. Click on the title to view the page.
Maps that teach US and World Geography -
Outline Maps - Printable outline maps of the continents and the 50 states
Interactive Map: Map of the United States of America. Learn state names and where they are located. Also, learn capitals and state nicknames. This game may take a while to load. It includes sounds files for state names. Click on a state to hear its name.
National Atlas of the United States: The National Atlas is created US Government
InfoPlease-States: One of the best interactive maps - lots of great information.
You're a Grand Old Flag: Learn about the history of the US flag. Also learn about flags in general. Make your own flag in the Flag Factory.
United States Flag: Reading interesting facts about the US flag. Reading patriotic writing.
Coloring Book of Flags: Black-&-White drawing of the US flag and flags of the 50 states in three sizes that can be printed and colored.
American Treasures of the Library of Congress : View and read the American Treasures in the Library of Congress: Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence or Abraham Lincoln's handwritten letter to H. G. Hodges stating, "If slavery is not wrong, nothing is wrong." Many more. Worth the visit.
Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids - Great Site! This site provides learning tools for K-12 students, parents, and teachers. These resources will teach how our government works, and much more.
Enactment of a Law - Library of Congress site about the steps to enact a law in the U.S. Government.
White House for Kids: Learn about the history of the White House, presidents of the United States, First Ladies, and Presidential pets. There is even a link for kids to email the President!
NetStates: Provides concise information about each of the fifty states including a brief history, symbols, government, commemorative quarters and you can take a quiz to test your knowledge of the 50 states and/or their capitals. Has lots of ads.
50 States: This site provide concise information about each of the fifty states including information on the state's economy (main products), maps, nickname, population, area, US representatives and senators, state song, weather, pictures of state flag and state symbols.
Fifty States - Another “click-on-state” site. This is an Enchanted Learning site and is extremely kid-friendly with all the traditional facts and a few that you won’t find anywhere else, like where dinosaur fossils are found.
Explore the States - This is not your 'just the facts' site. Click on a state and read some interesting stories from each state. On the Alabama page read about How Tuskegee got started and the "Indestructibe Doll" or on Georgia page read about the "Prater's Mill" or "Gold Rush in George" or on the Kentucky page read about the "Tater Parter" or the "Emancipation Celebration." This site is sponsored by the Library of Congress. This a really neat site if you're looking for something extra!
50 States Commemorative Quarters: Pictures of each state's quarter and how the design was chosen.
Climate of the 50 States Read about the climate of each of the states - also chart with high and low temperatures.
Populations of States: Population statistics from 1790 to 2000 and projected population through 2030. Also, has the population density for 1990 & 2000.
Can You Locate the 50 States: Test your knowledge of the map of the USA. Locate the state on the first try and earn 3 points, second try and earn two points and third try 1 point, for a maximum of 150 points. I earned 138 points can you beat that!
Download U.S. Map Puzzle: Download this free Map Puzzle. Move the state shapes to their proper location.
PowerPoint Template: Use this template for presentation on the 50 states. 1) use the links above to locate the information, 2) add the text 3) add pictures, 4) add animation 5) add sound. Be sure to cite all refernece - give credit for your research.
Alabama Archives for Kids: Visit the site to learn interesting facts about Alabama.
Biographies for Kids: Biographies of famous people written for elementary age students.
CIA - The World FactBook: This site provides condensed information numerous counties around the world.
Xpeditions: This is the National Geographic site with student geography information, maps and activities.
Aerial Photos: Get aerial photos, Topo Maps and Urban Maps for any address
National Geographic Kids: This is National Geographic's interactive site children. Lots of games and activities.
Fact Monster: This interactive site provides information on a variety of topics. There are links to on-line encyclopedia, on-line dictionary and atlas.
First Ladies of the United States - They came from different social and economic backgrounds, from many different geographical regions, and with diverse education preparation. Each First Lady served our country well and each left her own mark. Visit this site to learn more about them.
HyperHistory Online: This site contains over 2000 files covering 3000 years of world history -- people, events, maps, history and opinions.
Explore the States with American Liberty: Click on any state on this interactive map to read more about it. You can also explore history on "Jump Back in Time". Pick a date, maybe your birthday or an era from the timeline. "Meet Amazing Americans" is another interesting section of this site.
The Net State Site: Learn interesting facts about all the 50 states by using drop down menus. Get all the info on each state: nickname, state symbols, area, capital etc. Great maps, information and quizzes.
The Betsy Ross Homepage: Learn about the first flag and its creator. Also, learn how to cut a 5-pointed star in one snip!
Liberty Bell: Learn some interesting facts about the Liberty Bell (for example: What is misspelled on the bell) , see photos and timeline
Life of George Washington: Online movie of the life of George Washington
Electing a President: Learn the process of electing a president
Social Studies Resource Page: General resources with links to sites about famous people, flags and maps, holidays, and more. You'll also find links to sites about American History, world history, and ancient world history.
Internet African History Source Book: The Internet Source Book on African History
The Animal Rescue Game: Be a Vet and save lost dogs in the mountains as you fly a rescue plane. There are three levels to challenge you but you will need to know your compass directions.
The Compass Directions Game: Try to figure which way is North in this fun interactive game. There are three levels to challenge you. This game comes with a tutorial lesson.
The Community Game: Make your own town! Add buildings and roads. Can you put everything into a town that is necessary for it to work.
The Jobs Game: How much do you know about the jobs in your community? Talk with Mr. Fizzywig and play this fun interactive Game.
The USA Game: Do you know the states of the USA? Play this interactive game where a teacher will talk with you and actually mark your work on the computer. May take 30 seconds to load on slow lines.
Lewis and Clark: Learn about the importance of the Lewis and Clark explorations.
Mayflower: Learn about the Mayflower and it historical importance.
The US History Page: Explore US history on this site.
Explorers of the world: Learn about the explorers land, sea and air.
The American Story: At this interactive site meet interesting people of other era, "Jump Back In Time" or "Explore the States"
First Ladies: Visit this site to learn more about them. They came from many different geographical regions. from different social and economic backgrounds, and with diverse education preparation. Each First Lady served our country well and each left her own mark.
The Biographical Dictionary: Provides concise facts about thousands of notable figures from ancient times to the present day