PBS
Classics for Kids: Benjamin Britten
A short biography of Benjamin Britten (1913-1976 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
A&E Television
History.com: The Surprising Origins of 7 Classic Toys
Many childhood memories include hours spent molding Play-Doh, or watching a Slinky glide down the stairs, or marveling at the transfer of a newspaper comic to a simple wad of Silly Putty. But those famous novelty toys didn't start out as...
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Listening Library
At this resource listen to a selection of audio clips that feature the works of a full range of composers and a full orchestra of instruments. Scroll down an alphabetical list to find the composer or instrument you want, then choose the...
Other
Light Up Your Brain: Brain Teaser Games & Audio Stories for Kids
Fantastic classic children's stories online that you can listen to while you read along. Stories are offered in streaming or downloadable MP3 format. Some of the popular stories are: "The Tale of Peter Rabbit", "The Tale of the Flopsy...
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids
This interactive site offers students resource for learning about composers, their works, the logistics of orchestra seating, the functions of different instruments, and the like.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Students will enjoy this interactive website. There are many musical topics to explore while having fun. Learning how to make your own instrument, playing games and listening to music are just a few of the things you can do here.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Students will enjoy this interactive website. There are many musical topics to explore while having fun. Learning how to make your own instrument, playing games and listening to music are just a few of the things you can do here.
Other
Esl Kid Stuff: Teaching the Alphabet
Dynamic classroom activities for teaching the alphabet -- includes a few classic methods and some great new ideas. All are hands-on; many are group or team oriented.
PBS
Classics for Kids: Sergei Prokofiev
A short biography of Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
PBS
Classics for Kids: Note Name Game
Have fun playing this interactive game that helps you practice your knowledge of note names. Drag and drop the names of the notes to spell words.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: George Gershwin
Interested in popular and serious music, Gershwin (1898-1937) played a big part in bringing jazz to a more important place in American music. He helped mix it with classical music in his compositions. Read more about his work, including...
Other
New York Philharmonic: Kid Zone!
Meet musicians, create your own instrument and musical compositions, and tour the backstage home of the New York Philharmonic.
Ducksters
Ducksters: List of Classic Books for Kids
A list of all time classic books for kids middle school and elementary aged reading levels is on this website.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Architecture
Wonderful overivew of the architecture of ancient and classical Greece provides information and examples for kids of Greek buildings and the three main styles. Resources include worksheets, activities, and quizzes.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Maya Civilization for Kids: Timeline
A site dedicated to showing a timeline of the history of the Maya civilization including the Pre-classic, Classic, and Post-classic Periods.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Greek Art for Kids
Kids learn about Ancient Greek Art on this site. Study the classic sculptures of this great civilization.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Paul Dukas
What did composer Paul Dukas (1865-1935 CE) have to do with Disney movies? Find out by reading more about his work and life at this site. Listen to some of his most famous music using Real Audio or Windows Media Player.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Adventure Club Afloat by Ralph Henry Barbour
Read the full text of "The Adventure Club Afloat" by Ralph Henry Barbour about a group of college kids looking for adventure.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Toys of Peace
In "The Toys of Peace" by H.H. Munro a woman gives her brother an article about the dangers of war toys for young boys. Read the full text of this short story to find out how her kids respond to the civilian gifts their uncle brings on...
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Roman Art for Kids
Kids learn about Ancient Roman art on this site. Study the classic sculptures and busts of this great civilization.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Greek Daily Life
History for Kids presents an overview written for elementary students of daily life of the ancient Greeks. Students learn about Greek government, agriculture and industry, houses and food. Teacher resources included.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Literature
History for Kids presents an overview of literature, libraries and the art of writing in ancient Greece. Students can glimpse a sample of the Greek Alphabet and learn about the epics that are still read today. Includes teacher resources.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Women
History for kids presents an overivew of the history of women in ancient Greece, inlcuding their roles as wives, feasts exclusively attended by women, and beauty and fashion.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Ancient Greek House
History for kids teaches us about the style, architecture and materials used to make houses in ancient Greece. With animated images and writing designed to appeal to elementary age students.