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Social Sciences

World Cultures [|Social Studies for Kids] Click on the links to learn about different cultures around the world. This site was created by exper David White who is the former About.com Guide for Social Studies for Kids. [|Cultures for Kids] Click on the kids box to explore cultures around the world. Choose a country and it's like you're traveling around the world. You'll learn where that culture is located, fast facts, see the flag, play games and even learn a few words of their native language.



Government [|Congress for Kids] This site takes you on a tour of the United States Congress and provides lots of lessons about the original thirteen colonies and how the United States achieved independence. There's even quizzes after each section so can show what you have learned.



Money [|H.I.P. Pocket Change The United States Treasury for Kids] Click on the U.S. Mint link to learn about how coins are made and the current coin series that are available. You can even take a tour of the U.S. Mint. "H.I.P. Pocket Change is all about fun and information, especially coin information. It all started in 1997, when President Clinton asked federal agencies to find resources that could enrich the Internet as a tool for teaching and learning."



Transportation [|The Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries - Who Invented the Car?] So you think you know who invented the car? The answer might surprise you. Visit this site to read the true history of who really invented the car and check out the great pictures.

[|EIA Energy Kids] This site created by the Energy Information Administration contains an informational timeline about the history of transportation. Did you know that before the 1800's most forms of transportation were almost nonexistent.



Holidays [|Kids' Turn Central - Holidays] This site contains a list of all holidays organized by month. Click on a holiday to learn its history and play lots of fun games.