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Read Works

Read Works: Pre History Prehistoric People

For Teachers 3rd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about prehistoric people and scientists who study them. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Other

World Ship Society: Queen Mary 2 Photo Essay

For Students 9th - 10th
Wonderful pictures tell the incredible story of the construction of the largest liner in the world, the Queen Mary 2.
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Earth Life

Wonderful World of Insects: An Introduction to the 32 Orders of Insects

For Students 9th - 10th
A very thorough look at the world of insects. This site examines the 32 orders of insects and gives a complete explanation of the characteristics of each order. Text is supplemented with pictures.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Panama Canal

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive summary provides facts and information pertaining to the Panama Canal that was officially opened in August 1914.
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LM Digital Media

Kids World Fun: Kanelis Explores Athens [Pdf]

For Students K - 1st
Our little story takes place in Athens. It starts with the realization of a wish and takes off with the reader for a day trip, flying over the important sights of the city of Athens, with the Parthenon being the highlight. Kanelis is a...
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Open Library of the Internet Archive

Open Library: Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz

For Students 9th - 10th
This ebook version of L. Frank Baum's "Dorothy And The Wizard In Oz: A Faithful Record Of Their Amazing Adventures In An Underground World; And How With The Aid Of Their Friends Zeb Hugson, Eureka The Kitten, And Jim The Cab-Horse, They...
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PBS

Pbs: Building Big Empire States Building

For Students 9th - 10th
Quick facts about one of the world's tallest buildings.
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Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Water Wonders

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site from the Environmental Education for Kids contains colorful and detailed information on water resources. Site covers fascinating tips and facts, as well as engaging quizzes on the wonderful world of water. Best suited for...
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US National Archives

Nara: Powers of Persuasion: Poster Art From Wwii

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful site for real U.S. Government propaganda posters from WWII. Provided by the National Archives and Records Administration(NARA).
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Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education, Stevens Institute of Technology

Ciese: Wonderful World of Weather: Whichever Way the Wind Blows

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students use the Engineering Design Process to create a windosck that can determine which way the wind is blowing.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Uses of Conics

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Wondering who uses conics and where they occur in our lives? Dr. Math provides some answers to how math concepts involving conic sections, perabolas, hyperbolas, and ellipses are applied practically.
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Kidport

Kidport: Life in the Sea

For Students 1st - 5th
Teachers can utilize this colorful interactive site so that students can explore the wonderful world of sea animals. Use this site to learn their characteristics and living environments.
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Earth Life

The Wonderful World of Insects

For Students 4th - 9th
Everything you ever wanted to know about your favorite arthropod, the millipede! The site has pictures, information, world records, etc.
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Other

Smith College Museum of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in Northampton, MA. A world-famous collection spanning an impressive 4,500 years. Ranked among the finest college or University museums in this country, it has become a wonderful collection of works by the leading artists of...
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Beyond Food & Fiestas: Creating Authentic Cultural Experiences in the Classroom

For Students 9th - 10th
As educators, we are eager to provide cultural experiences for our students. Songs, dances, traditional dress, food, and relevant objects are wonderful ways to interest students in a variety of cultures. But when you take it a step...
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Scholastic

Scholastic Instructor: Wonderful World of Whales

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Have your students ever wondered what it is like to be a whale swimming in ice cold water. In this lesson plan they can experience that as well as learn other facts about the lives of whales.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Everyday Learning

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Learning does not take place only in the classroom. Learning occurs naturally, every day! This KET collection uses original animation and wonderful, visual images to introduce basic concepts of math, science, social studies, art, and...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Great Pyramid of Giza

For Students 9th - 10th
The Great Pyramid of Giza, also called Khufu's Pyramid or the Pyramid of Khufu, and Pyramid of Cheops, is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis bordering what is now Cairo, Egypt, and is the only remaining...
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Curated OER

Etc: Clip Art Etc: Great Pyramid of Giza, Cross Section

For Students 9th - 10th
The Great Pyramid of Giza, also called Khufu's Pyramid or the Pyramid of Khufu, and Pyramid of Cheops, is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis bordering what is now Cairo, Egypt, and is the only remaining...
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Curated OER

Etc: Comparative Projections of Asia, 1800 1899

For Students 9th - 10th
A map using comparative map projections of Asia, as part of a hemisphere and on a Mercator's projection, to illustrate European misconceptions of land claims during territorial colonialism. In the 19th century, European powers were...
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New York Times

New York Times: Rwanda to Elect President for 1st Time Since Killings

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An account of the events leading up to the first presidential election in Rwanda since 1994. Paul Kagame is the obvious leader, but there are questions and actions which make one wonder how democratic...
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Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Patagonia

For Students 3rd - 8th
Thorough, informative site about the region of Patagonia. Besides factual information, this location also features a journal and photographs of the "World of Wonders" expedition.
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Other

Time and date.com

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a free site which began with the World Clock, and has grown to include many other wonderful tools for learning about time and date. what makes this site distinctive, is its ability to manipulate the perspective internationally to...
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Forget Shopping. Soon You'll Download Your New Clothes

For Students 9th - 10th
Downloadable, printable clothing may be coming to a closet near you. What started as designer Danit Peleg's fashion school project turned into a collection of 3D-printed designs that have the strength and flexibility for everyday wear....

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