European Middle Ages

People use the phrase “Middle Ages” to describe Europe between the fall of Rome in 476 CE and the beginning of the Renaissance in the 14th century.

Databases:

• Britannica Launchpacks - Social Studies: combines up-to-date, curriculum-aligned content sets with tools that make it easier for teachers to differentiate instruction and for students to understand core K-12 Social Studies topics.

• Gale in Context: Middle School: Access many articles on Feudalism, Charlemagne, The Crusades and more.

Websites:

• The A&E History Channel - Middle Ages: covers the following topics: The Catholic Church, The Rise of Islam, The Crusades, Art and Architecture, The Black Death, Economics and Society, and includes links to other relevant articles and videos.

• Ducksters - Middle Ages for Kids: learn about various nations, culture, knights and castles, major events, and famous people.

• History for Kids - The Amazing Middle Ages: learn about the Early, High, and Late Middle Ages, architecture, daily life, and literature.

• Mr. Donn's The Middle Ages for Kids: covers daily life, medieval castles, nobility, and much more.