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Social Studies Links

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The American Presidency

http://ap.grolier.com/

This sight provides information on presidents, vice-presidents, first ladies, and many government terms. For each topic, it provides a link to several different encyclopedias.

Time for Kids

http://www.timeforkids.com/TFK/

Excellent site for current events and news. It includes articles, pictures, and videos.

USA Today

http://www.usatoday.com/

This is the adult newspaper link, but kids can use it too.

Stately Knowledge

http://www.ipl.org/div/stateknow/

This is a starting place to access information on different states. It includes general information, internet links, charts, and graphs.

CIA World Factbook

https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/

You can find general information on any country.

Global Gang

http://www.globalgang.org/Default.aspx

Learn about kids and news events worldwide. Learn how you can help kids in need.

Geography

http://geography.about.com/library/maps/blindex.htm

Maps, physical features, and lands are highlighted in this section from about.com

Peace Corp Challenge

http://www.peacecorps.gov/kids/

Kids can learn about developing countries, problems with sanitation, water access, medical care, and more. They can virtually walk through a village. There are also lesson plans bases on standards.

Cyber School Bus

http://www.un.org/Pubs/CyberSchoolBus/index.shtml

United Nations Teaching Project. Lessons are provided for all levels on world issues such as poverty, human rights, hunger, and peace.

Where is That?

http://www.funbrain.com/where/index.html

Kids can choose a map and skill level and practice locating the region. It is in a game format.

Michigan History

http://www.michiganepic.org/historythemes/

Lessons on Michigan History based on theme or standard.

American Epic--Core Democratic Values

http://americanepic.org/teaching.html

Lessons and videos based on the Core Democratic Values.