History Resources for 6th Grade

Explore 12 curated history learning resources designed for 6th Grade students. Browse curricula, apps, videos, worksheets, and more to find the perfect fit for your learner.

A Little History of the World

A beloved single-volume world history told in warm, conversational prose — from the Stone Age to the 20th century — perfect for upper elementary through high school.

Everything You Need to Ace World History in One Big Fat Notebook

Visual notebook-style world history study guide for middle schoolers covering every major civilization from ancient Mesopotamia through the modern era.

The Story of the World Volume 4: The Modern Age

Final volume in the Story of the World series covering 1850 to present: world wars, Cold War, civil rights, and globalization told as engaging narrative history.

Everything You Need to Ace American History in One Big Fat Notebook

Visual, notebook-style study guide covering all of American history for middle schoolers — from pre-Columbian times to today, with diagrams, timelines, and mnemonics.

The Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages

Narrative history of the Middle Ages (400–1600 CE) for elementary students, covering medieval Europe, Islam, Vikings, Crusades, and global civilizations in story format.

The Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times

Narrative world history from 1600 to 1850 covering exploration, colonialism, revolutions, and the Enlightenment for elementary and middle school students.

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The Mystery of History Volume I: Creation to Resurrection

A chronological history curriculum spanning Creation to the Resurrection, integrating world history with Biblical events for grades 4–8.

CuriosityStream History & Society Documentaries

Explore world history, ancient civilizations, modern conflicts, and human societies through award-winning documentaries. Ad-free streaming with hundreds of titles for middle school through adult learners.

CuriosityStream

Award-winning documentary streaming service covering science, history, nature, and technology.

PBS LearningMedia Social Studies Collection

Free K-12 social studies resources featuring documentary content from American Experience, Frontline, and Ken Burns.

Mayan Mysteries

Put your puzzle skills to the test, gather clues, and solve the mystery in this hands-on archaeological adventure. Explore Maya pyramids, investigate the Mayan calendar, excavate priceless artifacts, and travel back in time to explore Maya cities as...

Histography - Timeline of History

Histography is an interactive timeline that spans across 14 billion years of history, from the Big Bang to 2015. Fascinating tool that lets you choose a start date and end date and then explore all events in between. Powered by data from Wikip...