Ready
Ready: Kids: Be a Hero
How prepared are you and your family if a disaster would occur? Kids, parents, and teachers can use this site to find tips to help prepare for multiple disaster situations. Included are learning games for kids, FAQ's and an emergency kit...
Library of Congress
Loc: Naxi Manuscript Collection
Naxi Kingdom flourished from the eighth century until 1724 when it came under direct Chinese rule. Naxi is the only living pictographic language.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Less Stuff, More Happiness
Writer and designer Graham Hill asks: Can having less stuff, in less room, lead to more happiness? He makes the case for taking up less space, and lays out three rules for editing your life. [5:50]
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Qatar: History
A brief look at the history of Qatar comes from the Background Notes of the U.S. State Department. Although ruled by an Amir, Qatar is moving toward democracy. Information current to 2007.
About Kids Health
About Kids Health: Involving Kids in Meal Time Tasks
Involving children of all ages in household activities will help them learn life skills. Involving them in the kitchen creates family bonds and teaches healthy habits. Find out how engaging your child in mealtime tasks can help them...
Other
Audience Do's and Don'ts
A list of audience "golden rules" to follow when attending a concert, lecture, or any function where you might be a member of an audience.
Other
Usa Gov: Hurricane Recovery
Resources to help you prepare for hurricanes and to help you find family and friends, get help, and health and safety tips.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Talking About Stranger Safety
How can we educate children to be alert to possible dangers and at the same time encourage them to feel safe and confident in exploring their world? Have a calm, honest, age-appropriate conversation with your child about meeting...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: An Introduction to the Ming Dynasty (1368 1644)
The Ming dynasty (1368-1644) arose following a series of natural disasters that hit China during the early and middle 1300s, adding to the misery of a people under the harsh rule of the Mongol Yuan dynasty (1279-1368). In 1368 rebel...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Kamakura Shogunate
The Kamakura Shogunate was a feudal military dictatorship ruled by the shoguns of the Minamoto family from 1185 to 1333 AD. The article gives information on Minamoto no Yoritomo's proclamation as shogun of the Kamakura Dynasty, his wife...
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: The Visconti and Sforza in Milan
Discusses the Visconti and Sforza families that ruled Milan during the 15th-Century. Mentions Florence, other family members and French domination.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: The Character and Legacy of Henry Ii
A summary of Henry II's reign in England focuses on how his ruling style and key concerns were dictated by his character. Of particular interest is his relationship with members of his family, which determined the course of British...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Hurricanes
This lesson starts out with a short video clip of Hurricane Ivan and shows the pattern it followed. Emphasis is placed on the fact that Hurricane Ivan struck and the eye traveled over Alabama. Discussion of hurricane facts follow....
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Battle to the Death: Adding Integers
The goal of this lesson is for learners to use manipulatives to add integers, creating concepts rather than memorizing rules. This lesson will be related to the 300 Spartans who battled the invading Persians at the Battle of Thermopylae,...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Understanding Tsunamis
Come and learn more about the devastating effects of tsunamis. This site features video segments revealing the devastation tsunamis can cause and how tsunamis are formed.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Qatar: Government
Qatar's government is traditional, but is developing a more democratic bent. Read about its evolution over just the past few years. Information from the CIA World Fact Book.
Other
Stat Soft: Statistics Glossary
Dozens of statistical terms are defined and illustrated in this glossary.
Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: The Tudors
A look into life in England, Wales, and Ireland during the rule of the Tudor family. Website includes PowerPoints about the War of the Roses, Aston Halls, and the Tudors family tree.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Preparing for a Hurricane
Find out what you should do to prepare for a hurricane. Take a quiz to find out if you are ready to meet the challenge.
Curated OER
Friesian.com: Severans
This article from friesian.com is a reference to Severus's military rule and how he was able to maintain it. Includes a family tree and links.
Curated OER
Friesian.com: Severans
This article from friesian.com is a reference to Severus's military rule and how he was able to maintain it. Includes a family tree and links.