Students learn how two LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT intelligent bricks can be programmed so that one can remotely control the other. They learn about the components and functionality in the controller and receiver programs

In the city, one might see all kinds of construction going on. Learn how to say words pertaining to things you might see at a construction site by moving your mouse over the illustration to hear the correct Spanish pronunciation.

In the city, one might see all kinds of construction going on. Learn how to say words pertaining to things you might see at a construction site by moving your mouse over the illustration to hear the correct Spanish pronunciation.

"Chicago Fire" is a one page, nonfiction passage about the great Chicago Fire of 1871, which burned the city constructed of wood, and its rebuilding using brick. It is followed by constructed-response questions which require students to...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This game challenges kids to sort objects by material. Taking their cues from the Three Little Pigs, preschoolers will sort items made of straw into one backpack, sticks into another, and bricks into a...

View clay tablets, cones, and brick fragments inscribed using the ancient Sumerian pictographic writing system known as cuneiform and read about the ancient writing system.

The Zarma are the second-largest ethnic group in the Niger Republic, in West Africa, and they have close cultural affinities with the Songhay. Zarma villages are typically nucleated settlements made up of round mud or thatched dwellings...

Explore air drag in this interactive simulation by dropping a can of frosting or gold brick.

Take a virtual field trip to the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, an oval amphitheater in the center of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of travertine, tuff, and brick-faced concrete, it is the largest amphitheater ever...

Learning game in which students follow directions to put the activities in order in the timeline to see how the fascinating process and art of brickmaking.

Leading humorist Roy Blount is profiled on this page. The brief biography is followed by an even shorter list of suggested readings. Good for a quick look at the writer, rather than his work.

"Chicago Fire" is a one page, nonfictional, reading passage about the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 including information about the fire and the changes made as Chicago was rebuilt. It is followed by constructed-response questions which...

First-person narratives of northeastern Ohioans who have participated in, or closely observed events which have significantly affected both the state and nation.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Are your eyes playing tricks on you? This site contains parallel and skew lines that creates an optical illusion.

This site provides excellent information regarding Delaware's history, geography, state parks, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.

What was involved in building the towns, pyramids, and temples in ancient Egypt? Read about the planning that needed to be done, including building plans, material acquisition, and labor force.

This interesting site tells of housing construction techniques, house plans, gardens, and estates. Many pictures and hyperlinks for more information. There are also links to other websites.

A detailed analysis of the various architectural elements found in ancient Egyptian tombs located in the "Valley of the Kings."

This outstanding multimedia site documents the earthquake and related events that took place on October 17, 1989 in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Examine the classes of levers and discover how levers work by raising a brick with shish kebab skewers.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will practice 3 digit addition with carrying while helping The 3 Little Pigs run a brick warehouse. Based on the popular lesson.

Colorful Duck Standing on Old Brick Wall at the Artis Royal Zoo

Peafowl Chicks Crossing Brick Bath at the Artis Royal Zoo