British Library
British Library:treasures in Full: Magna Carta
One of the most important documents in British History was the Magna Carta. On this site, you will be able to see a scan of the original document and understand why it was written.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Historic Documents: Magna Carta
A translation of the Magna Carta, broken into paragraphs for easier reading.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: King John and the Magna Carta
This article about King John and the Magna Carta helps readers to see the document from the points of view of both John and the rebelling barons. It seems neither party was as serious about the document as we are today. Archived.
Other
Timelines.tv: A History of Britain
This outstanding site offers an interactive timeline that spans the breadth of British history from 1066 to the late 20th century. The timeline acts as a portal to high quality videos originally produced for the BBC that cover a broad...
National Archives (UK)
National Archives: Citizenship: A History of People, Right, and Power in Britain
What is citizenship and how has it changed? Learn about the rights of citizens in Britain from 1066-2003 and how they gained their civil rights and liberties. Then test your knowledge playing a variety of interactive games.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Magna Carta in the Middle Ages
History Questions: Magna Carta Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids History: The Magna Carta
Study the Magna Carta on this website. Learn about this famous document set the course for English Common Law as well as the US Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Magna Carta
Here is an easy-to-understand explanation of the importance of the Magna Carta.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Middle Ages for Kids: King John and the Magna Carta
Kids learn about King John and the Magna Carta from the Middle Ages and Medieval times on this site. Find out how this historical document set the stage for democracy in the west.
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
Exploring Ancient World Cultures: The Magna Carta
This site from the University of Evansville provides a full translation (from the original Latin) of the Magna Carta.
Digital History
Digital History: The Emergence of New Ideas About Personal Liberties
American colonists expected to have "English rights" as supported by the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights. See how these rights were applied in the trial of John Peter Zenger, whose acquittal reflected the right of freedom of...
Society of Archbishop Justus
Anglican.org: Church History
Anglican.org provides the church history of the "Anglican," or "English," church, which began in England in the sixth century.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: King John and the Lusignan Affair
An overview of John's succession to the throne and his reign. Archived.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Frontier Fosters Self Reliance
Based on the theory that because the King had given the colonists so many freedoms, and he had problems on the home-front, the colonists' will was strengthened. This contributed to the Revolution. There are links to Virginia's First...
Other
United States Naval Academy: Kings and Kingdoms of England and France
This comprehensive resource covers all the highlights of history (wars, kings, famine) in England and France between 973-1350. Organized by dates, this site includes links to primary source documents, maps, and artwork from this time...
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Common Law: Birth of a State
This article about Henry II and his lasting impact on British common law discusses both the need for legal reform and the changes Henry II brought about. Archived.
The History Place
The History Place: Early Colonial Era
This site from The History Place provides a timeline of significant events between (1000-1700) win the discovery and colonization of the New World.
Other
The Road to Revolution
This is a site for a 14-day United States History unit on the events leading up to the American Revolution. The point of this unit is to help students form an understanding of events by using multiple primary accounts (teaching...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Britain in the New World: The House of Burgesses
The Virginia House of Burgesses was the first elected legislature in the New World. Find out why the governmental conditions in England led to this representative government and how it was so different from the governing of colonies in...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: How Federal Grand Juries Work
An overview of the procedures of Grand juries and the history behind them is given in this article on NPR. A great glossary of Grand jury terms is provided along with a link to download the Federal Grand Jury handbook.
Georgetown University
The Labyrinth: Resources for Medieval Studies
This site from Georgetown University offers a searchable collection of resources about a wide variety of topics relating to the Medieval Period.
Tom Richey
Tom richey.net: Introduction to English Constitutionalism
A PowerPoint presentation created by a history teacher that teachers can use in their classroom. This presentation focuses on the emergence of the English constitution.
Other
Ibew: Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914
Read a brief description of the Clayton Antitrust Act, which Samuel Gompers considered the Magna Carta of labor legislation.
Curated OER
Macmillan/mc Graw Hill: The World, Vol. 1: Culture & Change: Lesson 1 Quiz
Five question quiz tests your knowledge of culture and change in the Middle Ages.