| My son loves history. At age nine, he could recite all | | | | 3. Professor Noggin's Card Games. Learn all sorts of |
| of the presidents, in order. Anything to do with wars, | | | | interesting history and geography facts in these fun |
| government or past events interests him and holds | | | | and educational card games. Two types of play levels |
| his attention. My daughter, on the other hand, though | | | | - easy and hard. This series is available in the |
| she does well in school, doesn't care much for | | | | following History versions: Geography of the United |
| history. It bores her. And I have to say, I agree! My | | | | States, Explorers, History of the United States, |
| history grades were always poor, mostly due to the | | | | History of Canada, Medieval Times, Civil War, |
| boredom factor. But history does not have to be dull! | | | | American Revolution, Ancient Civilization, Famous |
| Here are seven history / social studies games that | | | | Inventions, Countries of the World 1 & 2, First |
| will make learning about past events and | | | | People of North America. Recommended for ages 7+ |
| governmental matters fun for even those who can't | | | | 4. Coin Hopping Washington DC. This beautifully visual |
| stand history yet still challenges those who love it. | | | | game helps kids retain facts and information as they |
| These are wonderful supplements for homeschoolers | | | | learn about all there is to do and see in our nation's |
| or any game playing family. | | | | capitol. Great for those planning a trip to Washington |
| I only wish these games were around (or that I | | | | D.C. or as a supplement to governmental lessons. |
| knew about them) when I was in school! | | | | Recommended for ages 8+ |
| 1. American Trivia Board Game, Junior Edition. What a | | | | 5. America-Opoly. Enjoy this classic game while gaining |
| great way to study for those upcoming tests! Over | | | | a history lesson. Buy properties like "The Grand |
| 1,000 questions in three categories - history, | | | | Canyon" and "The Statue of Liberty." Land on the |
| geography, and general. Sample questions: "Which | | | | Liberty Bell and collect the cash in the middle of the |
| river is located along the southern border of Texas?" | | | | board. But beware of the IRS who may decide to |
| "During what war did Benedict Arnold become a | | | | audit you! Good, old-fashioned American fun for the |
| traitor to the American people?" And, for fun, "Who | | | | whole family. Recommended for ages 8+ |
| created the cartoon character, Mickey Mouse?" | | | | 6. Egyptians Game. Different levels allow for players |
| Recommended for ages 9+ | | | | of all ages to enjoy this board game that takes you |
| 2. Romans Game. This game makes a wonderful | | | | back to the age of ancient Egyptians. Become |
| addition to your unit on the Roman Empire. Each | | | | supreme Pharaoh by defeating opponents along the |
| player is a Roman general, whose goal is to become | | | | way. Recommended for ages 7+ |
| "Caesar," absolute monarch. Learn fascinating facts | | | | 7. Lewis and Clark Adventure Game. This game |
| and answer challenging questions as you battle other | | | | explores the explorers! Travel through the wilderness |
| generals in your race around the board. | | | | and cross oceans on this beautifully illustrated board. |
| Recommended for ages 10+ | | | | Different levels of play for every skill level. |