Help With History

The following websites contain great links for both you and your child. Most provide you and your child with information about how to search for specific information and with links to other age-appropriate sites. … [Read more...] about History Websites

Educator's Reference Desk www.eduref.org/cgi-bin/res.cgi/Subjects/Social_Studies … [Read more...] about History Resources: Federal Sources

Meet with your child's teacher. Schedule an appointment and ask how your child approaches history. Does she enjoy it? Does she participate actively? Does she understand assignments and do them accurately? If the teacher indicates that your child has problems, ask for specific … [Read more...] about Working With Teachers and Schools 2

Research has shown that children at all grade levels do better in school, feel more confident about themselves as learners and have higher expectations for themselves when their parents are supportive of and involved with their education. Here are some ways that you can stay … [Read more...] about Working With Teachers and Schools 1

Grades 4-5Many children don't like to study history in school because they are asked to memorize so many dates and names. Parents can help—and make learning more enjoyable—by using games to reinforce what their children are learning in history class. … [Read more...] about It’s in the Cards