Have you ever taken a bag of snacks with you on a road trip? If you lived in the 19th century, you might have taken hardtack instead.

Give your child a taste of life in Civil War era America by mixing up a batch of old-fashioned cornbread, adapted from a 19th century recipe.

Children read a famous letter from the American Civil War, then write a response, in this thoughtful history activity.

Invite children to create a Fourth of July centerpiece with this simple craft activity!