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.

A look at the life of Alcuin who worked for Charlemagne but was very concerned about the Viking attacks on England, especially the Lindesfarne assault.

The Viking Network provides an overview of the Vikings and the Viking era. Content includes information on who exactly the Vikings were, Viking ships, everyday life of the Vikings, Viking raids, famous Vikings, a timeline of important...

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.

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...

The interactive site takes students on a journey through the history of the Norsemen, more commonly known as the Vikings.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Viking discoveries made by archeologists. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

Students try to guess the mystery subject Carlotta Facts, the History Mystery Museum's professor, is studying. They read the clues, do some online and offline research, and then attempt to identify the game's mystery place, the Vikings'...

Students try to guess the mystery subject Carlotta Facts, the History Mystery Museum's professor, is studying. They read the clues, do some online and offline research, and then attempt to identify the game's mystery people, the Vikings.

The Mariners' Museum provides a history of Viking ships, explorers and their discoveries.

This Rosala Viking Centre website offers an excellent, but brief, history and mythology of the Vikings. The site includes photos, and images that can be clicked to enlarge them.

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.

An essay about what happened to the Norsemen and the vikings from the late 700's-1000's.

The first Europeans to arrive in North America -- at least the first for whom there is solid evidence -- were Norse, traveling west from Greenland, where Erik the Red had founded a settlement around the year 985. In 1001 his son Leif is...

In this design challenge, students learn about the Vikings from an engineering point-of-view. While investigating the history and anatomy of Viking ships, they learn how engineering solutions are shaped by the surrounding environment and...

A lengthy lesson plan about the Norse encounters with indigenous people of North America by examining two sets of stories handed down through history by Vikings. [pdf]

This lesson from a Middle Ages Literature unit focuses on the Norman Invasion of 1066 and the impact it had on the English language. It discusses the events leading up to the changes from the Anglo-Saxon Old English to Middle English...

This Ancient Exploration page presents marine technological innovations, types of ships, and information about Alexander the Great. It covers the period of time from 5000 BCE to 476 CE. Each item links to a page of additional information...

An article which describe the settlement of the Vikings in Greenland and examines possible reasons for their disappearance.

Essay investigating the migration and settlement of Eurasion tribal groups across the Atlantic ocean to North America.

A brief history of the Viking invasions of Ireland, beginning from the year 795.

A brief history of the Viking invasions of Ireland, beginning from the year 795.

This BBC history game, Viking Quest, takes you back to AD 793. Flash plugin required.As you make choices, you learn about the culture of the Vikings, as well as about the dangers and rewards of being a Viking raider. (Flash required.)...

Read an overview of Swedish history from the time of the Vikings until now. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.