Although Americans remained isolationist in their thinking, President Roosevelt understood that the European allies needed help against the Germans. Read about the incremental ways America became involved in World War II in Europe...

Learn about World War II history. Topics include Germany under the Nazis, appeasing Hitler, the Blitzkrieg, the bombing of London, and Berlin during the Cold War.

The outbreak of World War Two in Europe began with Hitler's invasion of Poland. Through text and a colored graphic flowchart, the events and battles and eventual end of the war, can be visually traced. Suitable for both students and...

This site is a thorough exploration of the North Shield's Air Raid Disaster, the most deadly air raid of World War in North East England. The story of the North Shield's raid is told with archival material, biographical sketches, photos...

For this activity, students are instructed in how to make scientific observations. They apply this skill in the schoolyard, recording on large paper what they observe inside a hula hoop placed on the ground.

National Geographic's 2012 BioBlitz took place in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. This GeoStory captures the spirit and wildlife discoveries of the 2012 BioBlitz.

An outdoor lab where students investigate the environment and decide a method of survey to identify trees in their area. To finish the exercise they will create a dichotomous key of the ten they identified.

Extensive website on the Battle of Britain with many historically significant documents and interviews with British subjects.

You have heard about these famous events; now read about them from the viewpoint of an actual eye witness. Read personal accounts about the Blitzkrieg, the first atomic blast, attack of Pearl Harbor, the Battle of Midway, and more.

Kids learn about the history of the Battle of Britain during World War II. Germany bombs England and London for months.

This video [14:45] A Kid's Survival Guide to TV Advertising from Consumer Reports Television helps children understand television advertising by showing tricks advertisers use to fool viewers, revealing facts that ads don't provide, and...

Kids learn about the linebacker position in football. Stopping the run, blitzing, and pass coverage.