Flesh Eating Beetles

Learn more about dermestid, or flesh-eating beetles, from our curator Dave, and see how these insects help clean animal bones for display or study.

Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Historic Cemeteries and Gravestones

Join archaeologist Krista to learn about Ohio’s historic cemeteries and gravestones! Learn how to read a gravestone for information about the person buried there, and find out where you can visit a historic cemetery near you. Interested in checking out a cemetery near you? Pay close attention to Krista’s instructions on using the “mirror effect” to read the carvings on a worn or weathered stone. Then find an historic cemetery near you to investigate some headstones!

Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

History and Chemistry in the Kitchen- Soda Bread

Learn about the history and chemistry of Soda Bread!

Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

History Happened Here

Ohio has a rich history stretching back thousands of years, and it is all in your backyard! Pick an Ohio Historical Marker about a historical person, place or event in your county and be ready to learn more about what makes Ohio so historic!

Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

How Museums Tell Stories: Diorama Make-a-long

Learn about the variety of ways museums tell stories through exhibits. Discover the different tools exhibit designers use to tell stories as you visit a few exhibits at the Ohio History Center. Then check out the activity Using Dioramas to Tell Stories to guide you as you make your own diorama.

Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Ice Age Animals

Join Dave, a natural history curator, and learn all about the giant animals that roamed Ohio during the Ice Age. Discover how these animals lived, and hear about a few ways our natural history curators learn information about these extinct animals, like from the fossils they left behind!

Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

John Glenn Crossword

This crossword is all about John Glenn’s space travels. Once you complete it, check the Answer Key.

Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

John Parker in His Own Words

Learn the captivating story of John Parker. Parker, a former enslaved person, bought his freedom and settled in Ripley, Ohio, where he was a business owner, as well as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Join Mr. Parker as he shares stories of his time in slavery as well as his clandestine adventures.

Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

LGBTQ+ History Research Guidelines

LGBTQ+ history is a key part of Ohio’s story but is often underrepresented in scholarship and research. Ohio History Day and the Ohio History Connection are committed to sharing the colorful histories, viewpoints, and stories of the LGBTQ+ community.  We invite you to join us in elevating the stories and history of the LBGTQ+ community in Ohio and beyond.

Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Ohio Companies Participate in WWI

Make connections between Ohio’s industrialization and World War I, including immigration and the role of corporations in the war effort!

This lesson plan was written by Paul LaRue. A retired thirty-year high school social studies teacher, Paul has received numerous state and national teaching awards. He serves as a member of the Ohio World War I Centennial Committee.

Grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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November 21, 2024

Becoming a Witness: Who Will Tell Our History

Special thanks to our guest contributors at the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission (OHGMEC) for writing this month's blog on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. “I believe firmly and profoundly that whoever listens to a witness becomes a witness, so those who hear us, those who read us must continue to bear witness for […]

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November 7, 2024

Foraging for Food in Ohio

Important Note: As with any foraging, please proceed with caution and only eat foraged foods you are confident are safe to eat. Be sure to consult guides and experts to ensure the safest foraging experience.   Foraging for food links us to our earliest ancestors. Edible leaves, nuts, berries, and mushrooms are just some of the […]

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October 1, 2024

Bringing Children’s Voices into the Social Studies Classroom

“Children should be seen but not heard,” goes the old adage. But what if we can help our students view their role in history differently? What if we taught students to view children not as mere background players in history, but as a key part of unlocking historical curiosity? Though children’s voices are often underrepresented […]

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August 28, 2024

Teaching Hispanic Heritage Month – Part 3

Hispanic and Latinx history is an intricate and expansive tapestry that encompasses a diverse array of experiences, cultures, and contributions that have shaped not only the United States but the entire Western Hemisphere. Far more than a singular narrative, this history spans centuries, continents, and countless stories of resilience, creativity, and influence. It includes the […]

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August 12, 2024

Sharing Diverse Student Voices: A How To Guide for Publishing Diverse Memoirs

This month’s blog post highlights a year-long project by an Ohio educator and their students, resulting in a published book of diverse student memoirs. Whether you’d like to replicate the project in detail or take inspiration from it, read on for a how-to guide on amplifying student voices. Special thanks to Sr. Pablo Chignolli, M.Ed. […]

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June 3, 2024

Bringing the Often-Overlooked Heroes of Juneteenth Into the Classroom

Looking for ways to inspire your students to continue engaging with inclusive history this summer break? Encourage them to learn about Juneteenth! Challenge your students to learn a bit about the history of the holiday, attend Juneteenth celebrations and gain new insights through unique historical programs and activities, like those hosted by the Ohio History […]

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