Kidipede: History For Kids
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Kidipede: History for Kids is a well-organized -- albeit a bit dry -- homework and report helper for middle schoolers. While most pages are up-to-date and helpful, there are some broken links on the site, and the many flashing ads for things like phone service and credit cards are distracting. The site's creator offers information on how to cite information found on this website in school papers, which kids need as schools demand better citations of online resources to fight plagiarism. Overall, Kidipede: History for Kids is an excellent, extensive history facts resource for kids.
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Nice website
Great history website, and really usefull!
What's it about?
Kids looking for history information (as well as a few math and science subjects, too) can search the topics -- organized by time period, geographic area, subject, or culture -- on KIDIPEDE: HISTORY FOR KIDS. The site is divided neatly into categories and subcategories (India, then Indian History, Indian Food, Indian Art, etc.) and photos accompany each subject. The site includes a brief primer on citing it as a source in reports, it's easy to navigate, and it's generally well-organized, as long as kids don't get distracted by the ads.
Is it any good?
The content and photos on this site are age-appropriate and engaging. It's just too bad the same can't be said for the ads, which are often geared toward adults. Before your child starts researching ancient China or Islamic history on this site, you may want to take a look at the ad content in the relevant sections.
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Website details
- Subjects: Math: addition, arithmetic, division, equations, fractions, geometry, multiplication, shapes, subtraction
Social Studies: cultural understanding, events, exploration, global awareness, historical figures, history, timelines
Science: biology, chemistry, geology, physics - Genre: Educational
- Topics: History
- Pricing structure: Free
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