20 History Apps That Will Get Your Kids Excited About Learning

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History has an incredible power to transport us to different times, cultures, and perspectives, making it a captivating subject for learners of all ages. For parents and educators, the challenge often lies in finding engaging and interactive ways to instill a love for history in the younger generation.

Fortunately, in today's digital age, there are multiple history apps that can make learning about the past not just informative, but also incredibly fun!

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So, if you're eager to turn homeschool history curriculum into unforgettable adventures and inspire a lifelong love for the subject, keep reading to discover the best history apps that will get your kids excited about learning.

Best History Apps for Kids of All Ages

World History Documents

Learn history through the writing of the time! With actual original documents from the various historical ages of the world, this app gives your students insight into history firsthand! App Store

History Channel App (History Vault)

The History Channel app provides access to a vast library of historical documentaries, series, and exclusive content, allowing users to explore and immerse themselves in a wide range of historical topics. App Store / Google Play

World History Atlas

An interactive atlas that provides a comprehensive overview of world history with maps, timelines, and information about key historical events. Google Play

Learn World History

From the beginning of recorded history, up through the 1900s, this app will quiz your students on everything from art to scientific events, to important political movements! It may not look as polished as some other apps here, but the information is just as useful! Google Play

Khan Academy

While Khan Academy is known for covering every topic you can think of, it is especially useful for history! The available courses cover basic history, up through AP level history topics, so Khan Academy can help students of all grade levels! Google Play / App Store

Ancient Rome For Kids

When in Rome… learn about the Romans! This app is targeted at a younger crowd, but contains fun games and great info for your students! Google Play / App Store

American Revolution History App

This app gives your kids as close to a hands-on experience as they’ll get without taking a field trip! TONS of information is displayed alongside images of real historical relics, giving you a museum at home! App Store

Back in Time

We tend to think of history as only the time that humans have been around, but this app takes you even further back! Travel back through history all the way to the point that time began with the Back in Time app! App Store

The Pyramids

Become a historical archaeologist and dive deep into the Pyramids! History comes alive when your students get to explore firsthand! App Store

WORLD BOOK – This Day in History for iPad

New historical facts for every day of the year! This would be a great lesson opener each day, but you can skip around through days freely for quicker info. App Store

World History SMART Dictionary

With everything your student needs to learn about any era in history offline, this app makes for great lessons on the go! Don’t skip class for travel, bring class with you! App Store

World History Trivia Quiz

Do your students have what it takes? Check their knowledge with this fun world history quiz, and help them nail down the facts! App Store

The Presidents – Flash Cards

Remember flash cards? Stop wasting paper and use this app to help with your American history lessons! Review all the US presidents in a fun interactive way!  App Store

The Oregon Trail

Based on the classic educational game, this app lets kids experience the challenges of 19th-century pioneers on the Oregon Trail.  App Store

Civilization Revolution 2

A simplified version of the popular Civilization series, this game teaches kids about different historical civilizations and their development.  App Store / Google Play

History for Kids

This app features a wide range of history topics, from ancient civilizations to modern history, with quizzes and interactive lessons.  App Store

Rome: Total War

This app introduces kids to the history of ancient Rome through a strategy game set in the Roman era.  App Store / Google Play

History: Quiz Game & Trivia

A fun and competitive app that tests kids' historical knowledge with quizzes and challenges.  App Store

History Timeline

The History Timeline app is an interactive educational tool that presents historical events in chronological order, allowing users to explore and learn about key moments throughout history.  Google Play

Today in History

The “Today in History” app provides users with daily historical facts, events, and trivia, offering a convenient way to learn about significant occurrences on any given date.  App Store

All of these history apps offer a diverse range of experiences, from interactive timelines and quizzes to immersive historical simulations, making learning about the past both entertaining and educational for kids of all ages.

Tell me, have you tried any of these history apps? Or others? What did you like about them? Leave a comment.

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