History Blog

How to Make a History Timeline for Kids: A Simple Guide for Families

Help your child see how history fits together. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to make a history timeline for kids, with anchor dates and fun ideas.

Arizona ESA for Homeschoolers: How to Plan Your Fall Curriculum Spending (2026–27)

Arizona ESA Quarter 2 funds arrive this month. Here is when they land, the rules worth knowing and a simple plan to spend them on homeschool curriculum that covers every core subject.

Texas TEFA for Homeschoolers: How to Make the Most of Your $2,000 This School Year

Texas homeschoolers can receive up to $2,000 through TEFA in 2026–27. Learn what the funds cover, the 10% tech cap, rollover rules and how to plan your spending.

What Was Life Like for Victorian Children?

Victorian children worked in mills and mines, learned on slates and played with hoops and marbles. Discover what everyday life was really like for them.

October Half-Term Activities for Kids: 12 History-Themed Ideas for the Whole Family

12 history-themed October half-term activities for kids, from turnip lanterns and Bonfire Night to 1066, free museums and family recipes from the past.

How to Keep Kids Reading Over the Summer Holidays: 10 Fun Ideas That Actually Work