The Internet is a wealth of information, and there are plenty of great websites devoted to Ancient History for kids!
Ancient History is a fun and interesting subject for kids to learn about, and many kids find themselves getting lost in the tales of the Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians. What's not to love? The myths are colorful and interwoven with fascinating characters and creatures. The history itself is exciting and interesting, and gives kids a glimpse into why our our society operates the way it does. Kids can learn about science, art, mythology, and so much more when they dive into the Classics.
The Internet is a great resource for parents and teachers who want to introduce a little Ancient History into their kids' lives. Here are a few websites that are not only informative, but they are colorful and fun as well.
Mr. Donn's Ancient History Page - This wildly popular website is perfect for elementary and school-aged kids. Designed by a teacher, it includes lesson plans for teachers, as well as special sections that make great supplementary material.
Ancient Greece for Kids - Everything about Ancient Greece! This site includes craft ideas, lesson plans for teachers, and information on good books for kids.
Mummies of Ancient Egypt - I LOVED mummies when I was a kid, and this site provides all of the information a kid would ever need about them, including what they were, how the mummification process was carried out, and what the afterlife was in Ancient Egypt.
Ancient Egypt - An excellent general website about Ancient Egypt, with information on everything from mythology to the pyramids to Ancient Egyptian trade and commerce.
Winged Sandals - I love this website. It's cute and fun, and great for younger ones. It's all about Greek mythology, and features games, stories, and even an "Ask the Oracle" section.
This is only a few of the websites out there in cyberspace devoted to the Classics and Ancient History for kids. For links to more websites, check out the Internet Public Library or Yahoo Kids. Ancient History is interesting and fun, and it can be a great way to get kids interested in history in general!
