Post by misty on Nov 24, 2008 16:31:22 GMT -5
I found this list in an educator magazine. I checked each one out before posting them. Enjoy!
Science
1. bugscope.beckman.uiuc.edu/
The Bugscope project provides free interactive access to a scanning electron microscope (SEM) so that students anywhere in the world can explore the microscopic world of insects. This educational outreach program from the Beckman Institute's Imaging Technology Group at the University of Illinois supports K-16 classrooms worldwide.
2. invention.smithsonian.org/centerpieces/
Find out about Edison's life and
inventions through our interactive game--then make your own light bulb!
Learn how a watch works while discovering the fascinating stories behind the invention of the quartz watch.
Learn how invention has enhanced human performance from peg legs to artificial hearts.
Writing
1. www.readwritethink.org/materials/acrostic/
online tool that first explains an acrostic poen & then helps them write their own!
2. www.kids-space.org/
An award winning site. Kids can upload their stories, read other kids stories (from around the world) and write stories to go with pictures provided.
3. www.rhymezone.com/
Type in a word to find its rhymes, synonyms, definitions, and more.
Social Studies
1. africa.si.edu/radio_africa/
The sounds that make up the diverse music of Africa are now yours to explore. Radio Africa streams, at no charge, complete tracks from the collections of Smithsonian Global Sound.
From the rhythms of Benin to the wedding music of Ethiopia to the traditional Zulu music of South Africa to the parade music of Senegal, you'll never know what you'll hear next!
2. www.pbs.org/circleofstories/
Circle of Stories uses documentary film, photography, artwork and music to honor and explore Native American storytelling.
Storytellers
Listen and learn from four Native storytellers.
Many Voices
Explore a gallery of stories and learn about the history of Native storytelling.
We Are Here
Find out how Native American tribes are confronting language and land issues today.
Community
Participate by sharing your ideas and stories about land, language and cultural preservation.
For Educators
Find lessons and activities for the classroom.
3. pbskids.org/democracy/
"interactive adventure" where kids can choose what they'd do as president. Once the kid makes his choices, facts & photos of real presidents appear, showing an example of a similar event.
Reading
1. www.starfall.com/
Teaches phonics. Primarily designed for first grade, Starfall is also useful for pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and second grade. Starfall is perfect for home schooling.
Math
1. www.mste.uiuc.edu/users/pavel/java/geoboard/
Use the Java Applet of a real Geoboard to construct any number of shapes without the limit of the actual Geoboard. The Geoboard gives the user a virtual rubber band which can then be stretched over the pegs in the board. Use the rubber band to construct shapes and study the relationship between the the shape of the rubber band and the area inside the rubber band.
2. coolmath4kids.com/coolthings/
One of the coolest things about math is the fun pictures that can be made... and they're all interactive!
3. multiplication.com/interactive_games.htm
Interactive Games
We are currently on pace to add ONE NEW GAME per MONTH. Each game is designed to help students learn the times tables. If you have any game ideas, please drop us a note. They also have ADDITION and DIVISION games.
Science
1. bugscope.beckman.uiuc.edu/
The Bugscope project provides free interactive access to a scanning electron microscope (SEM) so that students anywhere in the world can explore the microscopic world of insects. This educational outreach program from the Beckman Institute's Imaging Technology Group at the University of Illinois supports K-16 classrooms worldwide.
2. invention.smithsonian.org/centerpieces/
Find out about Edison's life and
inventions through our interactive game--then make your own light bulb!
Learn how a watch works while discovering the fascinating stories behind the invention of the quartz watch.
Learn how invention has enhanced human performance from peg legs to artificial hearts.
Writing
1. www.readwritethink.org/materials/acrostic/
online tool that first explains an acrostic poen & then helps them write their own!
2. www.kids-space.org/
An award winning site. Kids can upload their stories, read other kids stories (from around the world) and write stories to go with pictures provided.
3. www.rhymezone.com/
Type in a word to find its rhymes, synonyms, definitions, and more.
Social Studies
1. africa.si.edu/radio_africa/
The sounds that make up the diverse music of Africa are now yours to explore. Radio Africa streams, at no charge, complete tracks from the collections of Smithsonian Global Sound.
From the rhythms of Benin to the wedding music of Ethiopia to the traditional Zulu music of South Africa to the parade music of Senegal, you'll never know what you'll hear next!
2. www.pbs.org/circleofstories/
Circle of Stories uses documentary film, photography, artwork and music to honor and explore Native American storytelling.
Storytellers
Listen and learn from four Native storytellers.
Many Voices
Explore a gallery of stories and learn about the history of Native storytelling.
We Are Here
Find out how Native American tribes are confronting language and land issues today.
Community
Participate by sharing your ideas and stories about land, language and cultural preservation.
For Educators
Find lessons and activities for the classroom.
3. pbskids.org/democracy/
"interactive adventure" where kids can choose what they'd do as president. Once the kid makes his choices, facts & photos of real presidents appear, showing an example of a similar event.
Reading
1. www.starfall.com/
Teaches phonics. Primarily designed for first grade, Starfall is also useful for pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and second grade. Starfall is perfect for home schooling.
Math
1. www.mste.uiuc.edu/users/pavel/java/geoboard/
Use the Java Applet of a real Geoboard to construct any number of shapes without the limit of the actual Geoboard. The Geoboard gives the user a virtual rubber band which can then be stretched over the pegs in the board. Use the rubber band to construct shapes and study the relationship between the the shape of the rubber band and the area inside the rubber band.
2. coolmath4kids.com/coolthings/
One of the coolest things about math is the fun pictures that can be made... and they're all interactive!
3. multiplication.com/interactive_games.htm
Interactive Games
We are currently on pace to add ONE NEW GAME per MONTH. Each game is designed to help students learn the times tables. If you have any game ideas, please drop us a note. They also have ADDITION and DIVISION games.
