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HOT SITE OF THE WEEK
Douglas Henderson's Earth History Illustrations
http://gallery.in-tch.com/~earthhistory/
This terrific site is posted by professional illustrator Douglas
Henderson. Showcasing the blend of researched science and the fancy of
human curiosity, the rich illustrations in this collection succeed on
both counts. Helpful text also accompany the detailed drawings. Click
through the geologic timeline of Earth history to visualize life in
prehistoric times, thus entering a special place where earth's mysteries
and complemented by one artist's ability.
Grade Level: Elementary, Middle School, High School, College
Content Area: Science (Earth Science), Science (Paleontology) [Dewey
#550]
Application type: Resource
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NEW ADDITIONS
Talking With Kids About Tough Issues
http://www.talkingwithkids.org/
Another useful site created by the Kaiser Family Foundation (and
Children Now), Talking With Kids About Tough Issues provides an overview
of the health concerns facing many of our students. Explore topics such
as sex, HIV/AIDS, violence, alcohol, and drug abuse. This online
resource is a helpful place for parents to go to learn positive
strategies for communicating with their children. Simple, yet powerful,
the message is clear that our kids need us.
Grade Level: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Content Area: Health & Physical Education (Drugs), Health & Physical
Education (Diseases), Health & Physical Education (Safety) [Dewey #613]
Application type: Resource
Look Who's Footing the Bill!
http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/democracy
Tom March has given a major revision to one of the first WebQuests ever.
Look Who's Footing the Bill! uses the national debt controversy to
inspire students toward taking democratic action. After exploring the
issue from four perspectives, students have to answer the question,
"What's so big about a $5 trillion debt?" They can use the interactive
Thesis Maker and Online Outliner to begin the persuasive essay they will
ultimately send to their congressional representatives. A new feature
and refinement in the WebQuest strategy is the QuickQuest option that
decreases the level of scaffolding, thus weaning students from the
WebQuest process.
Grade Level: Middle School, High School, College
Content Area: History & Social Studies (Economics), History & Social
Studies (Government), English (Writing) [Dewey #330]
Application type: Activity
WebExhibits
http://www.webexhibits.com/
WebExhibits provides a handy directory of online exhibits presented in a
friendly interface. Browse the categories or search the database for an
open learning experience. The site is frequently updated to check back
often.
Grade Level: High School, College
Content Area: Education (General/Other), Community Interest
(General/Other) [Dewey #370]
Application type: Reference/Tool
Daily Grammar
http://www.dailygrammar.com/
Generously posted by veteran English teacher Bill Johanson from Canyon
View Junior High, Daily Grammar provides simple and clear lessons on the
basics of English grammar. Set up in modules of five examples and a
follow-up quiz, the simplicity of the approach and the explanations make
this a great site for students to use themselves when they feel they
need self-paced remediation or enrichment.
Grade Level: Middle School, High School
Content Area: English (Writing) [Dewey #808]
Application type: Lesson
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LINKS
<a href="http://gallery.in-tch.com/~earthhistory/">Douglas Henderson's
Earth History Illustrations</a>
<a href="http://www.talkingwithkids.org/">Talking With Kids About Tough
Issues</a>
<a href="http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/democracy">Look Who's Footing
the Bill</a>
<a href="http://www.webexhibits.com/">WebExhibits</a>
<a href="http://www.dailygrammar.com/">Daily Grammar</a>
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