Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Minnesota
This site has a colorful display of information about Minnesota. It contains a map, pictures, a list of state symbols, and links to related information.
Other
Rabbit Anatomy
Click on the picture of the rabbit and learn about the various parts of the rabbit and their functionality. Other interesting facts about rabbits are presented on this page.
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media: Education: Lesson: Pause and Think
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson, the Digital Citizens teach students how to be safe, responsible, and respectful online. Includes slideshow, video, lesson plan, song and lyrics, poster, coloring book, and resources for...
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Spinning Blimps
Students create a blimp and then experiment with the design to improve its aerodynamics.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Aunt Patty's Mirror
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Aunt Patty's Mirror, a fiction book for children.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Costumes of Europe
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Costumes of Europe, a nonfiction book for children.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: The Book of Sports
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Book of Sports by William Martin, a nonfiction book for children.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: The Donkey Boy
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Donkey-Boy, a fiction book for children.
Rock ’N Learn
Rock 'N Learn: Picture Crossword More Sounds of Oo
This printable "oo" worksheet from Rock 'N Learn can be used as a reinforcement activity or as an assessment. Students will write "oo" words to complete a crossword. Picture cues are provided. An answer key and lesson extension are...
PBS
Pbs Kids: Plum Landing: The Kangaroo
This PBS Kids activity is an extension of a Plum Landing episode featuring Australia and its kangaroos. Using the online tools, students will draw pictures of trees that would shade kangaroos.
Museum of Science
Museum of Science and Industry: Online Science: Cling to Me
A set of four station activities involving static electricity that can easily be done in the classroom.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: The Foxman
Have you ever read the book "The Foxman" by Gary Paulsen? This site features a review of the novel and points to ponder as you discuss it with your students. It also provides several links and a list of related books.
Read Works
Read Works: My Travel Journal in China: Day 5
[Free Registration/Login Required] This nonfiction passage gives a first person account of a person's visit to the Forbidden City in China. This passage reinforces essential reading comprehension skills. Opportunities for vocabulary...
Education Development Center
Tv411: Tune in to Learning: More Roots and Their Families
Part 2 of a series of interactive exercises concerning word roots and vocabulary skills. Site initially explains vocabulary and word roots, then allows students to complete interactive exercises.
HotChalk
Hot Chalk: Lesson Plans Page: Native American Legends
A lesson plan for teaching Native American Legends. Well-designed, and applicable to any legend which you might choose to read.
British Council
British Council: How to Memorise Anything
Do you have a good memory? Watch this video to find out how to improve your memory and then play a short game.
Quia
Ixl Learning: Equivalent Fractions
Brush up on your math skills relating to equivalent fractions then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
Quia
Ixl Learning: Writing Numbers in Expanded Form
Brush up on your math skills relating to writing numbers in expanded form then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
ESL4kids
The Efl Playhouse: Songs for Young Learners
Music, songs and dance have always been instrumental in teaching students. This site offers fun and entertaining activities along with teaching tips that enhance the students' awareness of sound, numbers, body parts and more. Intended...
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Balloon Blow Up
Students can experiment at home with expanding balloons, dancing raisins, and pop cans that have been shaken up.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Ancient Egyptian Pyramids for Kids
Take this history quiz about Ancient Egyptian Pyramids.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Japan
Explore the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Japan on this site.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Poland
Investigate Poland's history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population on this site.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: The Arctic and the North Pole
Learn about the North Pole and the Arctic on this website.