History Games for Kids

To me there is no greater gift you can give to a child teach them a love for history. History can offer insight, inspiration, and important lessons that all still pertinent to today’s world. The majority of people cringe at the idea of history. They often recite memories of long drawn out classes in school, full of tedious facts. Yet, history doesn't have to be painful or boring.

One of the best ways to get children to enjoy history is through the world of myth. Mythology is full of adventure, mystery and amazing feats of courage, but there is more to it than just pretense. Mythology has the ability to give unique insight into different cultures around the world. This is a lesson that will help your child understand that its okay to be different, and an import step toward tolerance of others. With a little effort you can help your child realize that history can be exciting and fun. Presented properly there are no greater adventures than those of Hercules or Jason and the Argonauts. And what child doesn't love to hear about the great pyramids or mummies of Egypt? By starting with myth and other fun historical subjects, children won't start out with the preconceived idea that history is 'booorrring'.

As a life long student of history I want to share with you some of the great children sites on the internet that are geared toward having fun and learning.

CREATE A CARTOUCHE
This site allows children to see their name written as a hieroglyphic Cartouche. Kids love seeing their name written in ancient Egyptian. Be sure to explain that in ancient Egypt only a Pharaoh (or royalty) had their names placed in a Cartouche. For more fun you can go to the Online Hieroglyphics Translator and type in phrases like ‘Pharaoh child’s name ’ or ‘The Kingdom of. child’s name’ There is also a Chinese name translator that includes links to other sites which can translate their name into Japanese, Mongolian, Cherokee, Indian or Mayan.

GO ON A QUEST
Go on a quest of ancient Egypt. The Ancient Egypt WebQuest gives children the option of six different missions to take and learn about the history of Egypt in the process.