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.
Globio
Glossopedia: Stars
Many of the objects you can see in the night sky are stars, large objects in space that produce light. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, contains more than 100 billion stars. Stars are so far away that their light does not reach us for years....
Globio
Glossopedia: Solar System
Planet Earth is part of a vast space neighborhood called the solar system. Our solar system is an amazing place. It's even more amazing that many other solar systems have been discovered. This article examines the solar system.
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: Cousin Lucy Among the Mountains
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Cousin Lucy among the Mountains by Jacob Abbott, a fiction 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.
English Worksheets Land
English Worksheets Land: Inappropriate Shifts in Verbs
Find fifteen worksheets designed to provide practice on maintaining verb tense. These exercises have been created expressly for elementary students. All worksheets are available as PDFs.
Read Works
Read Works: The Three Branches of Government
[Free Registration/Login Required] Intended for early elementary students, ReadWorks provides an information text about the three branches of government. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Jurassic Period O Logy Card
Learn a few facts about the Jurassic period from this interactive Ology card that also includes questions that can be answered. There is some information about Pangaea and dinosaurs.
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.
Other
Compare & Contrast Informational Texts: Common Core Literacy: 3.ri.9
This downloadable resource developed by Jamie Jacobs and edited by Karen Almond will engage students in comparing and contrasting two sets of paired informational passages. Students will compare and contrast articles about coyotes and...
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.
Other
Kelly Bear: Teaching Children Refusal Skills
Children who are taught refusal skills are more likely to make positive choices and refrain from engaging in high-risk behaviors. This site lists various learning exercises to practice refusal skills in your classroom.
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.