Social Studies Lessons
Alexander Graham Bell
Explore the ideas, inventions, and innovations of this scientist.
Amelia Earhart
Learn about Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Ancient Egypt
What is the Rosetta Stone? Learn what remains from this civilization today.
Branches of Government
Learn how the legislative, judicial, and executive branches work together.
Clara Barton
Learn about the humanitarian Clara Barton and how she founded the American Red Cross!
Continents and Oceans
Where in the world do you live? Explore our planet's continents and oceans.
Ellis Island
Explore the history of Ellis Island and its immigration inspection process.
George Washington
Learn about the life and work of the first President of the United States.
George Washington Carver
Learn about this African-American scientist and how he changed farming.
Goods and Services
Explore how producers and consumers work with each other to do business.
Johnny Appleseed
Learn how he spread his love of apples, and explore some tall tales about him.
Kindergarten
What is kindergarten like? Learn how to get ready to start elementary school.
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Learn about this long, difficult journey through unknown territory.
Local and State Governments
Learn how the leaders of towns, cities, and states help run our communites.
Lunar New Year
Explore Lunar New Year celebrations and traditions from around the world!
Mae Jemison
Blast off and learn about Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman astronaut!
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about this activist's life and how he fought for equal rights for all people.
Maya Civilization
What happened to the Maya people? Learn about this ancient civilization.
Pueblo
Learn about the culture, traditions, and history of this Native American people.
Rights and Responsibilities
Know your rights! Learn the difference between rights and responsibilities.
Ruby Bridges
Learn how Ruby Bridges bravely stood up for equal rights when she integrated an all-white school.
Rural, Suburban, and Urban
Do you live in a big city? Explore how populations differ across communities.
Saving and Spending
A penny saved is a penny earned! Learn to be responsible with money.
Statue of Liberty
Learn about Lady Liberty! Learn how the monument was designed and built.
Susan B. Anthony
Learn about the life of this activist and her fight for women's rights.
Thanksgiving
Who are the Wampanoag? What happened when the Pilgrims arrived on their land? Learn about Thanksgiving and explore how this holiday is celebrated today.
Thirteen Colonies
What are the thirteen colonies? Learn what life was like for the colonists.
U.S. Symbols
What are some objects and buildings that are symbols of the United States?
U.S. Symbols
What are some objects and buildings that are symbols of the United States?