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Matt Christopher: Official Website
Read about the famous sportswriter for kids in his own words at this site. While Matt Christopher died in 1997, new editions of his books are still being published and his son, Dale, does speaking appearances about his father's life and...
Other
Kitikmeot Heritage Society: Angulalik Fur Trade: Stephen Angulalik
This website profiles a fur trader in the 20th Century, over a century after the merger of the North West and Hudson's Bay Companies in 1821. But this website is interesting for assessing the impact of the fur trade on First Nations...
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Illinois State Museum: The Midwestern United States 16,000 Years Ago
What did Northern America look like 16,000 years ago? Were the plants the same? What happened to the mastodons and the saber-toothed cats? Here's a short website that is easy-to-understand and supplies at least some of the answers.
Sonoma State University
Jack London: Lost Face: To Build a Fire
This is the short story "To Build a Fire" by Jack London. This website offers two versions of the short story which can be viewed side-by-side.
Other
Python Programming Language
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented, extensible programming language that provides an extraordinary combination of clarity and versatility, and is free and comprehensively ported. The Website Python tells you all about...
Other
Take Control. It's Easy.
How to take control of the TV set and regulate what kids watch is the subject of this website.
University of Michigan
University of Michigan: The Wallenberg Story
Website reveals notes on Wallenberg's stay in America at the University of Michigan and the complete story of his heroism during the Holocaust.
National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health
National Cancer Institute: Stomach (Gastric) Cancer Patient Version
This website provides a lot of information on the stomach and stomach cancer. Learn what the symptoms of stomach cancer are and how the disease is diagnosed through various medical tests and the treatment options.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Crayon Etching
An in-depth description of how to do crayon etchings, this website includes many helpful hints and background information on etching.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Paint a Wet Into Wet Watercolor
"Wet-into-wet" painting is an interesting painting technique described in this website. Included are example images and "Tips and Tricks" for creating your masterpiece.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Have Fun With Paint
Several techniques for creating unique paintings are described at this website: "Make a Wax Resist," "Paint through Tissue," "Create Texture with Plastic Wrap," and "Paint on Glossy Paper."
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Show Your Colors and Make Freedom Bracelets
Providing a patriotic-themed art activity,this website shows children how to weave "a bracelet using a simple loom." Included are directions for making simple and more-complex bracelets.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Soda Straw Weaving
Using plastic straws and yarn, young children can weave a bracelet or bookmark. Website includes detailed instruction on how to weave using soda straws and images showing the various steps.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Micah
This Bible Tutor website identifies Micah and summarizes the Book of Micah. Provides link to Biblical text.
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: Private Frank Keeler: Writes of the Fight at Cuzco Well
Spanish American War Centennial Website presents an account of the fight at Cuzco Well from Private Frank Keeler, First Marine Battalion, Company D.
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: Diary of Private Wilfred Langley: u.s.m.c.'s First Marine Battalion
Spanish American War Centennial Website presents the diary of Private Wilfred Langley who was part of the U.S.M.C.'s First Marine Battalion (Reinforced) capture of Guantanamo in Cuba.
Other
Milwaukee Publishers: Frank P. Zeidler: A Liberal in City Government
Frank Zeidler was mayor of Milwaukee from 1948-1960. He published a book called A Liberal in City Government, which is highlighted on this website. This particular page has a short biography of his life.
National Institutes of Health
Niddk: Weight Control & Healthy Living a to Z
NIDDK provides tips for becoming physically active and in-shape, the notes at this website are appropriate for students of all ages. Information is organized into several brief sections including: "Health Benefits of Physical Exercise,"...
Other
Mysterious Places: Easter Island
Easter Island has been a hotbed for speculation for many years. Contrary to the popular belief that aliens are responsible for the island's mysterious statues, this website presents the true story behind the statues.
Other
Some Straight Answers About the Orthodox Church
In this website, the writer truly gives "Straight Answers" regarding the Orthodox Church, her doctrinal difference with The Roman Catholic church, her claim to True Apostolic Succession, and, more importantly, an explanation of her...
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Water Science for Schools Why Is the Ocean Salty?
This U.S. Geological Survey website offers one explanation of why the ocean is salty. Click Home to access the site in Spanish.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: I Would Like to Be a Part of the Group!
Fourth graders will work in teams to discover how to read and write fractions that name a part of a group. The instructional activity will use a fraction pad so students can see how a number names a part of a whole or a part of a group....
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Marble a Fabric Gift Wrap
Create your own gift wrap using this art activity. This website provides detailed instruction for making "marbled" fabric and paper. Included is information for purchasing materials for marbling.
PBS
Africans in America: Virginia Looks Toward Africa for Labor
This website explains why Virginia needed laborers, why it led to the use of African labor and how it was justified by Christians. Hyperlinks to related topics on the site.