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Social Studies Software for Older Children

Software for your older elementary-age child's social studies learning enrichment, homework help, and fun. Educational software for history, current events, geography and cultures.
Civilization III
This game is very addictive. Your older child enjoy it and so will you.
Community Construction Kit
Hands-on history involves a favorite kid activity - print and construct buildings. Scholastic Tom Snyder
Dorling Kindersley 3D World Atlas
Another great DK title with beautifully illustrated interactive features. This is a great buy for kid learning.
Dorling Kindersley History Software
DK software is so well done. Beautifully illustrated and engaging for the entire family. Find their history titles on this page.
Immortal Cities - Children of the Nile
A simulation game, so kids will love it. This is a great way to study history.
National Geographic Maps CD-Rom
All of National Geographic's published maps with gorgeous photos and enhancements.
Rise of Nations
A historical strategy game for older kids and teens.
Scholastic Tom Snyder Social Studies Software
Bring the learning home with the creative and interactive titles from Tom Snyder Productions.
SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition
My older child loves all of the Sims games. SimCity 4 teaches some valuable concepts for understanding how a city runs. EA Games
TimeLiner
A great tool for history study and projects, but it also teaches math and science concepts, as well as plot sequences for language arts. Scholastic Tom Snyder
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