20 Websites and Books to Teach Kids About 9/11
Websites:
1. National September 11 Memorial & Museum: Offers educational resources and online exhibits for kids to learn about 9/11. (Website: www.911memorial.org)
2. Scholastic: Provides age-appropriate articles, videos, and activities to help kids understand the events of 9/11. (Website: www.scholastic.com)
3. 9/11 Tribute Center: Offers virtual tours, interviews, and activities to engage kids in learning about 9/11. (Website: www.911tributecenter.org)
4. The Hero Fund: Provides stories of heroism from 9/11 and offers educational materials for kids to learn about bravery and leadership. (Website: www.herofundamerica.org)
5. NASA Kids’ Club: Includes information on how 9/11 impacted space exploration and offers interactive games for kids to learn about NASA’s role during that time. (Website: www.nasa.gov/kidsclub)
6. September 11th Education Trust: Offers educational resources, lesson plans, and interviews for teaching kids about 9/11. (Website: www.911educationtrust.org)
7. National Geographic Kids: Provides articles and videos that explain the events of 9/11 in a child-friendly way. (Website: kids.nationalgeographic.com)
8. History.com: Offers various articles, videos, and photo galleries to help kids understand the historical context and impact of 9/11. (Website: www.history.com)
9. 911day.org: Provides lesson plans, stories of kindness and remembrance, and resources for kids to learn about peace and community. (Website: www.911day.org)
10. 9/11 Digital Archive: Offers primary source materials, including photographs and interviews, for kids to explore and learn about 9/11. (Website: www.911digitalarchive.org)
Books:
1. “Fireboat: The Heroic Adventures of the John J. Harvey” by Maira Kalman
2. “The Man Who Walked Between the Towers” by Mordicai Gerstein
3. “September 12th: We Knew Everything Would Be All Right” by Masterson Elementary Students
4. “America Is Under Attack: September 11, 2001: The Day the Towers Fell” by Don Brown
5. “14 Cows for America” by Carmen Agra Deedy
6. “The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland” by Jim DeFede
7. “September Roses” by Jeanette Winter
8. “Seven and a Half Tons of Steel” by Janet Nolan
9. “America’s White Table” by Margot Theis Raven
10. “I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001” by Lauren Tarshis
Please note that while these resources are carefully selected, it is always recommended for parents and educators to review the content to ensure it aligns with their values and sensitivities.