Best of History Web Sites

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Best of History Web Sites, created by EdTechTeacher, is an award-winning portal that contains annotated links to over 1200 history web sites as well as links to hundreds of quality K-12 history lesson plans, history teacher guides, history activities, history games, history quizzes, and more.

Best of History Web Sites has been recommended by The Chronicle of Higher Education, The National Council for the Social Studies, The New York Public Library, the BBC, Princeton University, — and many others.

Historical People of Today, June 24

John Cabot (first recorded European sighting of North America in 1497) The Italian explorer John Cabot, sailing under the English flag, became the first European to record a sighting of the North American mainland. He likely landed on the coast of present-day Canada, possibly Newfoundland, marking the beginning of significant European exploration. Julia Gillard (was sworn in as Australia’s first female Prime Minister in 2010) She focused on education reform, carbon pricing to address climate change, and improving the country’s healthcare system. Despite facing intense political opposition and challenges within her own party, Gillard’s tenure was marked by her resilience and determination to implement progressive reforms. Lionel Messi (born in 1987) A professional footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, Messi’s career has been marked by unparalleled individual achievements and numerous team trophies, solidifying his status as a global icon in the sport. Pablo Picasso (held his first art exhibition in 1901) Spanish artist Pablo Picasso opened his first art exhibition in Paris at the Ambroise Vollard Gallery. At just 18 years old, he showcased his early works, which would later contribute to his reputation as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

Where to Start?

  • See our Lesson Plans page for a curated list of sites offering quality resources ready for classroom use. Although there are many sites with good lesson plans, students are sure to enjoy the engaging ideas and primary sources offered by the Library of Congress and the U.K. National Archives, whose online offerings are generous.
  • Check out Games and Animations for links to historical simulations, educational video games, high-quality animations, online quizzes, and more! Learn about medieval water supply with the game Waterworks, or cook your way through the ancient world with Tasting History!
  • Our Election 2020 page collects links to the polls, think tanks, and interactives you'll need to help students make sense of the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election. Try PBS's Election Decoder, a useful interactive that brings students through the electoral maps of every election in U.S. history, or peruse the New York Times' list of 11 Ways to Engage Students from Now Until November.
  • We're proud to offer plenty of Medieval History links, including videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more. Explore quarantine and social distancing in Tudor England during the plague, or listen to the story of a Byzantine princess who chronicled the history of her empire.