Curated OER
Viking Discoveries
Students examine Viking discoveries. For this Viking history lesson, students research Viking culture. Students use their research findings to write historically accurate narratives and build longship models.
Curated OER
Primary History: Viking Family Life
In this Viking history worksheet, learners complete 3 extension activities that help them learn about Viking family life. Students write about the life of a Viking slave, research the life of Viking children, and make a list of the...
Other
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba: Islendingadagurinn
Held in the lakeside town of Gimli, Manitoba, the festival allows the Icelandic community to gather and celebrate its history, culture and heritage. Though a commercial site, those learning about Manitoba will appreciate this cultural...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Vikings: The North Atlantic Saga
This interactive site explores Viking history. It shares who the Vikings were, their archaeology, and literature. Students can use their mouse to travel Viking routes and learn about places the Vikings went. Also, students can listen to...
Other
Viking Network: The Viking Age in Ireland
Excellent resource for finding information on the Viking Age in Ireland. By clicking on a title, you can read articles on various subjects all relating to Vikings.
BBC
Bbc: History: Loot: Why the Vikings Came to Britain
In the 8th and 9th centuries C.E., the Vikings raided many settlements in England. This article investigates why that happened and why the Vikings were so successful in their raids.
BBC
Bbc: Legacy of the Vikings
The author explores the rich legacy the Vikings gave to England. For example, many words in the English language have their roots in Viking language and usage. This can also include use of certain English dialects.
Sacred Text Archive
The Norse Discovery of America
Collections of bits and pieces of lore and fact relating to the exploration of Nova Scotia and North America. Author promises "Bone-chilling stories," of Vikings!
Sacred Text Archive
Sacred Texts: Old Norse Poems
A collection of Old Norse non-Skaldic poems, not included in the poetic Edda, which flourished in the Scandinavian North around the time before and after Christ.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Vikings
Wikipedia, a free open-source encyclopedia, offers a detailed article on Vikings. Content includes Viking etymology.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Vikings: Game of Hnefatafl
This history project features an old Norse game that is found in many Viking and Norse sites. It consists of a board and game pieces like chess and checkers. Students can make their own board and playing pieces and challenge each other...
BBC
Bbc: Viking Colonists: Joining the Community
An article that describes the life of the Vikings in England during the 10th century C.E. One of the more interesting aspects is when Vikings settled down and became farmers.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Canute the Great
History for Kids provides an overview for elementary students on Canute the Great, who was king of Denmark, Norway and England in the 11th Century AD. Links to teacher resources include worksheets, quizzes and activities.