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Empress Wu Zetian ruled China when the western world was in the Dark Ages. This 2nd grade worksheet that balances history with reading comprehension skills.

Match the famous quote to the famous American in this quick quiz.

Students read short biographies of pilot Bessie Coleman and astronaut Mae Jemison, each a pioneer in her field. They then practice using a Venn diagram to compare the lives and accomplishments of each woman.

Edison was one of the most productive inventors, inventing the telephone, the light bulb, and of course, the motion picture.

Children learn about Madam C.J. Walker, the first woman to become a self-made millionaire in the United States, in this Finding the Main Idea worksheet.

Track important events in the life of an important woman with this Sojourner Truth timeline, a great way to get used to reading and writing nonfiction.

Help your child learn more about Founding Father Alexander Hamilton with this word-scramble worksheet.

Rooney wants to run for president. See if you agree with his vision of a perfect school, and write your own opinion!

Take a quiz on basic facts about U.S. history and government.

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.

Help your child learn more about her American heritage with these coloring pages that are chock-full of history featuring the Declaration of Independence.

Help your child learn more about famous American, Benjamin Franklin.

Children are introduced to the life and accomplishments of aeronautics pioneer Amelia Earhart in this fascinating worksheet.

Read the text to this page aloud to your child as she colors, and talk about your family's heritage. Did her ancestors sail past The Statue of Liberty?

If your child thinks camping in an RV is "roughing it", just wait until he hears what Lewis and Clark went through!

Children learn about George Washington Carver, who rose from slavery to become a leading agricultural pioneer, innovator, inventor, and educator, in this historical heroes worksheet.

Children learn about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Rosa Parks in this history worksheet.

Children learn about Susan B. Anthony, an abolitionist and civil rights advocate best remembered for her contributions to the women's suffrage movement.

Introduce children to American playwright Lorraine Hanberry, who was only 29 years old when she won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play for "A Raisin in the Sun."