Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Mississippi
This website illustrates the history of Mississippi. Why was this state integral for the Confederacy during the Civil War? Use this site to find out.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Oklahoma
This site provides detailed descriptions of the Great Plains Native Americans. Find out more about the "Route 66 Museum." Discover how Oklahoma settlers became known as "Sooners."
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: West Virginia
Before the Civil War, West Virginia was part of Virginia. What happened? Find historical facts and other lore from the Library of Congress.
Glenbow Museum
Glenbow Museum: Mavericks: An Incorrigible History of Alberta
The Glenbow Museum presents the stories of almost 40 different mavericks who shaped the history of Alberta. The website breaks down the province's history into the following nine areas: Uninvited Guests, Mounties, Railway, Ranching,...
George Mason University
Moving Here: 200 Years of Migration in England
"Your life is history." So begins the page dedicated to the stories of people who have moved to England to make it their home. You can tell your story! You can also find help to begin to trace your roots at this site as well. What...
Other
Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Foundation: Family Histories
Follow the stories of six Americans with different backgrounds who wanted to know more about their ancestors' journeys to America and used immigration and genealogy records to complete their family histories.
Other
Galileo Educational Network: Mokakioyis/meyopimatisiwin
Select either the canoe (Meyopimatisiwin)or the wagon wheel to (Mokakioyis) to meet elders in video and audio interviews who share stories of a traditional way of life they remember.
Other
The History Makers
Thehistorymakers.com features the stories of African Americans who have succeeded and made achievements in the areas of art, business, education, law, politics, science, religion, and sports. There is a great timeline of African American...
Gabriel Dumont Institute
Virtual Museum of Metis History and Culture: Metis Women
This paper looks at the lives of Metis women and the barriers they faced from racism. It tells the stories of some typical Metis women.
Other
Daily Mirror
The Daily Mirror is a daily newspaper serving the country of Sri Lanka. Content includes the day's top stories, as well as a focus on sports, health, family, entertainment, art, and much more.
Library of Congress
Loc: Family Customs Past and Present: Exploring Cultural Rituals
Photos, documents, music, and stories help students deepen their understanding of the rituals and customs of various cultures throughout American history.
American Indian Heritage Foundation
American Indian Heritage Foundation: Aztec Creation
A brief story describing the creation of the world according to Aztec belief called Coatlique.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: November Is National American Indian Herigage Month
ReadWriteThink offers a very thorough lesson plan that encourages students to create their own pourquoi stories. Included are downloadable pdf files needed to incorporate the lesson.
Aaron Shepherd
How Frog Went to Heaven, a Tale of Angola (Rt)
This reader's theater version of a folktale from Angola has been adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short story "How Frog Went to Heaven." For 16 players, ages 7-9, the story explores themes of inventiveness and...
Other
Americans All
Historians fear that current and future generations will no longer share their family stories. Americans All is program schools can join to encourage preservation of family legacy to continue history of heritage and culture.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Lesson Plan: Patricia Polacco's Family Stories
Lesson that helps students understand that families have both differences and similarities and reinforces the concept that family traditions are part of a student's heritage. Students discuss stories by Patricia Polacco and make...
Other
Galileo Educational Network: Our Roots: Cowboy Culture
Cowboy culture and its relation to Canadian identity and heritage. Explore to hear cowboy songs and stories and see scenes of cowboy life.
Other
Korean American Historical Society
This site has articles, news, and resources from a Washington-state based nonprofit organization focused on Korean American history. Features links to a chronology of Korean American history, immigrant stories, biographies, and a...
Other
Ghost Towns of Alberta
Explore Alberta's ghost towns! Johnnie Bachusky, a writer/photographer living in Red Deer, Alberta, and Susan Foster, a photographer in Toronto, Ontario tell the stories of over 20 ghost towns in the province through both narrative and...
Aaron Shepherd
The Magic of Mushkil Gusha, a Tale of Iran (Rt)
A reader's theater version of a folktale from Iran for ten players, ages 9-13. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short story "The Magic of Mushkil Gusha," the story explores themes of thankfulness and sharing....
Scholastic
Scholastic News: The Flute Player of Cambodia
With this resource, learners can read the story of Arn Chorn-Pond, a Cambodian musician who survived the Khmer Rouge and immigrated to the U.S.
Other
Saskatchewan Ghost Towns
Explore Saskatchewan's ghost towns! Johnnie Bachusky, a writer/photographer living in Red Deer, Alberta, tells the stories of almost 20 ghost towns in the province. Maps are also provided.
Lin and Don Donn
Lin and Don Donn: St. Patrick's Day
This site is a teacher's resource page for St. Patrick's Day. Site provides links to stories and activities suitable for elementary students.
The British Museum
The British Museum: Ancient China: Writing
Learn about the origins of the Chinese writing system. Includes Chinese stories and learning activities.