"I really liked how Obscure Histories can fill an interest gap left by many standard history books. I know that if the students enjoy reading the story, they are more apt to explore for deeper analysis. The website provides really engaging and accessible stories for both the causal reader and for teachers looking for tools to engage students in the study of history. I suggest that other teachers check out all that Obscure Histories has to offer!"
-MJ Linane
High School History Teacher, Massachusetts
"I love that you include primary and secondary resources. The research teacher in me loves that. Very important to show our students!"
Christy
English Chair, North Carolina
WHAT TEACHERS SAY
GENERAL ONLINE HISTORY RESOURCES
YOUR PROBLEM
I need to personalize my lesson plans to student ability levels.
I need online history resources from a trusted source.
I need material that is scalable
I need a video and graphics for discussion.
I need something catchy to introduce an important topic.
I need rigorous material to teach critical thinking skills.
THE HISTORIES
ODD HISTORIES WITH A STEM EMPHASIS
SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | ENGINEERING | MATHEMATICS
COMMON CORE ALIGNED & PRIMARY SOURCED
 Grace HopperMathematician, Computer Programmer, Navy Rear Admiral |  Irene MorganBefore Rosa Parks, Morgan defied the law in a case that went to the Supreme Court |
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 Paquiquineo/Don LuisA Native turned Jesuit Missionary toured the world, returned, and disappeared. |  Pilgrim Ban on ChristmasIn the 17th Century, the American Pilgrims banned Christmas celebrations for decades. |
 Niels StensenFather of Modern Geology and Neuroanatomist |  Francisca Rojas FingerprintsThe first used of forensic fingerprinting happened in Buenos Aries, Argentina |
 Japanese Temple GeometryTokugawa Geometry before the introduction of Western Mathematics |  Hanaoka SeishuDeveloped general anesthesia in Japan. |
 Hiram Bingham: Saved thousands-WWIILow-level U.S. diplomat who helps hundreds of Jews escape Vichy France. |  Georges MélièsPioneer in film and special effects, and conjuror. |
 Wingfoot ExpressDistaster in Chicago, 1919. |  Dr. Mary WalkerBattlefield surgeon during the Civil War, Medal of Honor recipient. |
 Bushnell's TurtleWorld's first attack submarine was used during the American Revolution. |  Kate ShelleyKate Shelley crossed a bridge in a deluge, and saved a train full of people. |
 Billy MitchellFounded the U.S. Air Force |  KatterfeltoQuack doctor demonstrated microorganism, and got into trouble during an epidemic. |
 Greely's ExpeditionTrapped in Greenland for years. |  Cleo's PearlDissolved a pearl in vinegar to beat Antony in a bet. |
 GreatrakesFaith healer of the "King's Evil" threatened the newly restored King Charles II. |  Saba SabaThe number 7/7 has a deep political meaning in Kenya. |
 Comet of 1680Astronomer helped Newton prove orbits and gravity, without credit. |  Bottle ConjurorHow a magician started a riot in c. 18th London. |
THE BIGGER PROBLEM
Students think history is boring.
You're bored teaching the same stories.
History texts are expensive and difficult to update regularly.
History texts lack content and peripherals that engage students.
History texts lack up-to-date resources for flipped classrooms.