Charades is probably among the most played family get-together game. And why wouldn’t it be? For starters, it does not require any additional set up, teaming up is fun and easy, doesn’t restrict to just a certain age group, and probably the best entertainment among beer buddies. There are literally endless possibilities to include in … Read more
Treaty of Versailles is an important topic of American History taught in the US schools from elementary level onwards. It was signed to mark the culmination of World War I. The countries known as the Big Four of WWI (Britain, France, Italy, and the US) formed a 14-point pact with an aim to restore peace … Read more
Benjamin Franklin was a man of many hats and had a reputed position in political galleries. He was the strongest voice in favor of colonial unity, and therefore, is considered one of the ‘Founding Fathers of the United States.’ Apart from keeping a stronghold on the political affairs of the country, he was respected for … Read more
The Great Depression is a part of American History subject taught to students in the US schools from 4th grade. It was the period when the US nation faced unprecedented lows in its economic and financial spheres. In that era, the children even wrote to the first ladies of the US to seek answers to … Read more
Cold War constitutes an important part of the History curriculum in High School as well as Middle School. For those unaware, the Cold War was a period from 1945 to 1991 that saw unprecedented tension between the Soviet Union and the United States of America on military, political, and economic levels. Many teachers complain that … Read more
Renaissance is a period from the 14th to 17th century that saw upheavals in all walks of life in Europe. It is the period where societies, people, and mindsets went through a transformation and became more receptive towards changes in cultural understandings. Renaissance constitutes a major part of the high school curriculum. Learning it through … Read more
Bill of Rights is taught to children about four times in the school curriculums. The topic is introduced in 5th grade in the American Studies course. In middle school, it is a part of the American History Course, and in high school grades, it is included in American Government and Civics Courses. The Bill of … Read more
Thomas Edison was a noted American Inventor. His inventions played a significant role in developing human civilization in a modernization-centric manner. His stories of inventing innovative things amuse and enthrall kids at a very young age. A unique thing about him was that he excelled in his field despite facing various kinds of difficulties like … Read more
Every country needs an apex ruling system or leadership to maintain law and order in the country. This ruling system or leadership code is known among us as ‘Government.’ Apart from law and order, it is also needed to improve inter-country relationships, and for the formulation of policies directed at growth and development. Students from … Read more
American Civil War is an important event in US History. The war started due to differences in opinions on slavery. It culminated with the emancipation proclamation made by President Abraham Lincoln, with the Battle of Shiloh, the Battle of Gettysburg, and several other crucial events in between. Students can learn about these events in their … Read more