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Crowdsourcing is key to making history accessible, approachable

U.S. topographic map site.

Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor founded iCivics to reverse a decline in civic knowledge and help kids better understand and respect the U.S. government. Sixteen games cover core topics like citizenship, rights, the court system, governance, freedom of speech, and constitutional law. You can sort by topic or time needed for gameplay.

Branches of Power lets you play all three branches of government, collectively charged with a critical goal: to build new laws! iCivics

"Report: Video Games Can Sub for Outdoor Play Time"

xtimeline is a free web-based timeline. Easily create and share timelines with pictures and videos.

"So you have heard about blogging with your students and you are considering taking the plunge but just not sure what or how to do it? I am here to tell you; blogging with my students has been one of the most enriching educational experiences we have had this year, and that says a lot. So to get you started, here is what I have learned:"