Common Core Social Studies Resources : Page 15

Find out all about the gorgeous mountains, delicious food and unusual national animals that make Peru such a unique and wonderful nation.

How well does your student know his country's past presidents? Here is a challenging series of match-up games, featuring U.S. presidents!

Welcome to Montgomery, Alabama! Learn all about this history-rich city with a fun info sheet that includes a word search, timeline and a quiz question.

The history of the American West meets the history of fashion! Your child will learn both with this worksheet about Levi Strauss, creator of Levi's Jeans.

During the Gold Rush, people weren't sure if they found gold or something else, and these easy steps would help them be sure.

Learn about first Lady Dolley Madison with this history worksheet, complete with some reading comprehension exercises.

Imagine being around in colonial America. If you were reporting about the American Revolution what would you have said about the times?

Take flight with this ode to inventors! See the history of the helicopter, from its conception in ancient China to the modern vehicle it is today.

Read about an important and controversial events that took place on American soil during WWII, at the Topaz War Relocation Center.

Meet Sam Adams, one of Boston's most famous figures! Read a bit about him and fill out his "specs" to show what role he played in the American Revolution.

Queen Victoria ruled the British Empire for 63 important years. Students can read about Victoria's life in this history worksheet.

Learn some interesting history about some of the oldest, and longest, roads in the U.S.! Your child will learn about a famous trade route to Mexico.

History buffs and fiction lovers alike will enjoy learning about legendary writer Mark Twain with this Wild West worksheet!

This fun worksheet will expose your learners to important musicians in the African American community.

Children use their creative writing skills with this Thanksgiving prompt.

Learn more about a patriotic piece of history with this informational page on the original Star-Spangled Banner.

Calling all history students, here's a beautiful structure from the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, the 'Iolani Palace in Hawaii.

Did you know that people used to write whole books by hand? Learn about Gutenberg's printing press, an invention that revolutionized book-making.

Study the contributions of African American jazz legends with this worksheet on master bassist Charles Mingus.

Did you know New Orleans, Louisiana was founded by the French? Teach your child about the history of New Orleans with this fun worksheet!

Early in the American Revolution, the Patriots captured Fort Ticonderoga. Your young historian will learn the importance of this fort in this worksheet.

Mary Lou Retton tumbled into America's heart in the 1988 Olympics. Read about her Olympic victories in this worksheet, then complete a short reading exercise.

Mary, Queen of Scots, was a fascinating woman in history. Learn a bit more about her life with this history worksheet.

Barbara Jordan was the first African American woman to be elected to Congress from the South, and was an inspiration to all involved in American politics.

Draw a picture of the interior and exterior of your home in this inside-outside worksheet!

If your child loves singing but isn't so hot on studying history, help her get started studying with this worksheet about singer Celia Cruz.

This worksheet will expose your learners to important poets in the African American community.

The study of the Wild West isn't complete without its outlaws. Learn about two of the most notorious, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid!

Here is a writing activity to review terms and concepts from the Civil War era. Your child will imagine being a soldier in the war and write a journal entry.