April 18 in History for Kids

April 18 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1580, 1605, 1738. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the April hub for the rest of the month.

In 1580, Thomas Middleton was born. Thomas became known as english Jacobean playwright and poet.
In 1605, Giacomo Carissimi was born. Giacomo became known as italian priest and composer.
In 1738, real Academia de la Historia ("Royal Academy of History") is founded in Madrid.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.