Learn History
23 free history courses, each a game you play five minutes a day. Pick one, or build your own.
Free during early access · No credit card · iPhone & Android
Free History courses
23 history courses and counting, including Marriage: The Power Behind the Vows and Voyages of the Great Ocean. Each is a full game with levels, streaks, and quick quizzes, the kind you actually finish instead of bookmarking for later.
Marriage: The Power Behind the Vows
Go beyond the white dress to discover how marriage was used as a tool for survival, wealth, and social control. Explore how an ancient contract for land and labor transformed into a modern quest for love.
Voyages of the Great Ocean
Master the history of the world's largest ocean. From ancient wayfinders and the Tongan Empire to the complex legacy of global colonization and modern cultural resilience.
The Shipwreck of Paul: Malta’s Apostolic Legacy
Trace the transformative 100 days of the Apostle Paul on Malta through the lens of 'Providential Hospitality.' Analyze the intersection of Lucan narrative, Roman maritime law, and the archaeological evidence of the Melite shipwreck.
Mastering the Steel Giants
Step into the commander's seat and learn how to operate, identify, and outsmart the most famous tanks of World War II. From basic maneuvers to the high-stakes chess of armored warfare, you'll discover why these machines changed history.
Unlock the Heart of Korea
Go beyond the screen and understand the real Korea. Learn to read the clever alphabet, navigate a Seoul street, and discover the ancient stories that shaped modern K-culture.
Five Friends Across the Ocean
Discover how five different countries—Canada, Australia, the UK, the US, and New Zealand—share a common history and a special bond. Explore the traditions, symbols, and stories that make these 'cousin' nations unique yet connected.
Ancient Egypt: Power and the Nile
Move beyond basic pyramids to discover how the Nile's rhythm shaped a civilization's soul. Explore the complex dance between divine kingship, the afterlife, and the everyday people who built an empire.
The Great Molasses Flood
Step into the sticky streets of 1919 Boston to uncover the mystery of a giant wave of syrup. Explore rare photos and hear the voices of those who survived the strangest disaster in history.
Lunar Sovereignty: The Moon as the Celestial Father
Move beyond basic phases and explore the moon as a governing force in human history. Discover how the 'Heavenly Father' archetype shaped ancient calendars, navigation, and the psychological connection to the night sky.
The Historian's Lens
Move beyond memorizing dates and start questioning how the stories of our past are built. Learn to spot bias, compare conflicting accounts, and understand why the 'truth' of history changes over time.
Secrets of the Pharaohs and Pyramids
Step into the sandals of an explorer to uncover how the pyramids were built and what life was like for the powerful kings and queens of the Nile. Master the mysteries of the desert and learn to read the stories left behind in stone.
The Story of Yellow
Discover how a single color shaped human history, from the first cave paintings to the high-fashion runways of today. Learn to spot the hidden meanings and rare materials behind the world's brightest hue.
The Old-Fashioned Saturday Bath
Step back in time to discover how families stayed clean before modern plumbing. Learn the hard work, traditions, and tools behind the weekly washday ritual.
The Rise of the Elevator
Go beyond the buttons to discover how vertical travel transformed our cities. Explore the mechanical breakthroughs and safety innovations that allowed buildings to finally touch the clouds.
The Corps of Discovery: Beyond the Basics
Go beyond the simple map to explore the intense logistics, scientific breakthroughs, and complex tribal diplomacy of the most famous American trek. Discover how a small group survived the unknown through grit and unexpected alliances.
The Revolutionary War: Beyond the Basics
Move past simple dates and names to understand the complex power struggles and personal risks that birthed a nation. Explore the hidden strategies, shifting loyalties, and global consequences of the American fight for independence.
The Magic of Nintendo
Discover how a small playing card company transformed into a global gaming giant. Follow the journey of the creative minds who reinvented how the world plays.
Ancient Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids
Step back in time to discover the daily lives, hidden magic, and incredible inventions of the people who lived along the Nile. Learn how they worked, played, and prepared for the afterlife in one of history's most fascinating civilizations.
K-Pop: From Seoul to the World
Discover the music, dance, and culture that took the world by storm. Learn how your favorite groups are formed and what makes K-pop more than just a music genre.
Pirates: The Real Golden Age
Step aboard and discover the true lives of the outlaws who ruled the seas. From hidden treasures to life on a ship, learn what it was really like to be a pirate.
Samurai & Shoguns: Feudal Japan
Step back in time to an era of brave warriors, powerful lords, and hidden spies. Learn how the samurai lived, fought, and shaped the history of Japan for centuries.
The Great Race to the Stars
Travel back to a time when two superpowers competed to leave the Earth behind. Discover the brave pilots, giant rockets, and incredible inventions that changed our world forever.
The Silk Road: Trade That Shaped the World
Journey across ancient deserts and mountains to discover how the world's first global trade network connected East and West. Explore the exchange of luxury goods, revolutionary ideas, and diverse cultures that built the modern world.
Why learn history on Tomo?
Wikipedia rabbit holes and YouTube videos rarely stick. Tomo turns history into bite-size lessons with quizzes and streaks, so what you learn actually lands, and you actually finish. Five minutes a day, taught in a voice you pick.
Questions
Are the History courses on Tomo free?
Yes. Every History course is free during Tomo's early access. No credit card, no waitlist. Join now and keep it free when paid plans launch.
What history courses can I take on Tomo?
Marriage: The Power Behind the Vows, Voyages of the Great Ocean, The Shipwreck of Paul: Malta’s Apostolic Legacy, Mastering the Steel Giants, Unlock the Heart of Korea, Five Friends Across the Ocean, Ancient Egypt: Power and the Nile, and The Great Molasses Flood, plus 15 more. Every one is free during early access and built as a game, and new history courses get added all the time.
How does Tomo teach history?
Tomo turns each history topic into a gamified course: levels, streaks, and quick quizzes you play five minutes a day. You pick the teaching style, from a clear Professor to a playful Storyteller.
Can I create my own history course?
Yes. If you don't see the history topic you want, type it into Tomo and it builds a full course for you in a couple of minutes.
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