Modern history for kids
Modern history covers the years since about 1900. These guides explain the First World War, the Second World War and the Cold War. They also cover the sinking of the Titanic in 1912 and the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Some of these subjects are about war and loss, and they can be upsetting to read. The guides explain what happened plainly and carefully. They are best read with a grown-up nearby, who can help with any questions.
All 5 guides, A to Z
Israel–Palestine War Facts for Kids
Israel–Palestine war facts for kids: key places, how the conflict began, the wars since 1948, the Israel–Hamas war, its effect on children,…
The Cold War Facts for 5th Graders – Learning Made Fun
The Cold War was not a shooting war like World War II — it was a long period of tension and competition…
Titanic Facts for Kids
Titanic facts for kids: how the ship was built, its April 1912 maiden voyage, the iceberg, the sinking and rescue, what changed…
World War I Facts for 5th Graders
World War I facts for 5th graders: why the war started, who fought, trenches and new weapons, why the USA joined, the…
World War II Facts for 5th Graders
World War II facts for 5th graders: how the war started, Pearl Harbor, D-Day, life on the home front, the Holocaust, how…
