A Revolutionary Webquest
Introduces the heroes, the battles, victories and defeats, and the culture of the colonies. Interactive game also players to experience life as a minuteman.
Amazing Women in War and Peace
Tells the stories of Deborah Samson, Anne Bailey, and other women who took part in the war.
American Revolution: A Revolution?
Essay examines whether the American conflict was a true revolution.
And a New Nation is Born
Timeline charts major events and includes links to related articles written by students.
Click2History: Highlights of the American Revoluti
Portrays the American Revolution through original documents, annotated maps, contemporary drawings and paintings.
Encarta Encyclopedia: American Revolution
Article provides historical background, an overview of the conflict itself, and a brief look at how a new nation was formed.
Historic Valley Forge
Describes the area that came to be known as Valley Forge and explains its place in the war. Includes an in-depth look at George Washington, as well as activities just for kids.
History Central: Revolutionary War
Examines the causes of the conflict, as well as major battles and events. Also includes teacher's guide.
Liberty! The American Revolution
Official online companion to the PBS series features a potpourri of interactive information on the war, timelines, a revolutionary game, and video clips from the series.
Revolutionary War
Fifth graders write about the start of the Revolution, major battles, the end of the war, and the Declaration of Independence.
The American Revolution
Short lessons complete with timelines, activities, and related quizzes.
The History Place: American Revolution
A timeline of significant events with brief descriptions of each.
The Road to Revolution
Charts events leading up to the war and includes short descriptions of them. Created by fifth graders.
The Wataugans
Tells the story of the brave men and women who settled by the Watauga River before the American Revolution in what is now east Tennessee