Today's Features for Educators Archive for 2004
 

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Arts

Celebrate Broadway and Beyond

In celebration of Oscar Hammerstein II birth, here is a site for drama teachers and those of you who like to incorporate this art into your general classroom.

Arts

M. C. Escher

Find out about his life and take a virtual tour of his work. This is the "official" M. C. Escher site. Be sure to take a look at his drawings using symmetry - lots of tessellations. Fun classroom ideas.

Arts

Tour Thousands of World Museums

You and your students will be connected with an eclectic collection of art from museums around the world. Take the virtual tours, find out what's new in the art news, be up on the latest in the art world.

Arts

Youth Art Month

Youth Art Month is celebrated in March, but you can emphasize the importance of art education all year long. Cross-curricular lessons available.

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Foreign Language

Foreign Languages

Here is a worldly site for your students to explore. Numerous languages to choose from...Swedish, German, Dutch, French, and beyond. English word and simple pictures make this site user-friendly.

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Health and PE

Keeping our Kids Fit

Here the goal is to provide the latest information about developmentally appropriate physical education programs for children and youth. Celebrate Physical Education Day by keeping our kids fit.

Health and PE

Tobacco Free

This site was developed in Washington State, and will hopefully get the message out to the rest of the world. Some impressive information and advertisements to share with the older student, plus great topic starters for discussion and/or writing assignments.

Health and PE

Winter Olympic Games

Educators! Keep the spirit of the Winter Olympic Games alive in your classroom with cross-curricular official Olympic-themed lesson plans developed by Griffin Publishing Group.

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Language Arts

Books for Everyone

Each grade is represented at this site. See what works for your students. There's even a site to share with parents so that reading stays a focus, even through the coming summer months.

Language Arts

Caldecott Medal Winners

The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. Share these winning books with your students to honor Mr. Caldecott.

Language Arts

Charles Dickens

Explore everything you needed to know about the great author to share with your students. Also, an additional link to other web resources.

Language Arts

Read Across America

Started in 1998 as a way to get kids excited about reading, NEA's Read Across America has become the nation's largest reading event.  The year-round program culminates each year on or near Dr. Seuss's birthday (March 2).

Language Arts

Reading is Fundamental

Reading Is Fundamental and Coca-Cola have joined forces to raise awareness about the importance of reading in our homes, classrooms, and communities. Check out this site, plus the Educators section, which has collected resources and materials on a variety of literacy topics and ideas to promote reading at all age levels.

Language Arts

Robert Frost - Celebrating Poetry

The 29th is the anniversary of this great poet's death. Use his eloquent poems to introduce your students to Frost's amazing works of word art. Good beginnings for "Friendship" poems for Valentines Day.

Language Arts

Shakespeare

All you could want, and more of Shakespeare. Go to Shakespeare for Kids to help guide you with lessons and activities.

Language Arts

Young Voices

This site celebrates writing for children of all ages. Excellent examples of writing and techniques too.

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Mathematics

Art and Math

Mathematics can be defined as the general science of pattern and structure. Since art also involves patterns and structures, art and math relate to each other in many natural ways, which is the basis for this site.

Mathematics

Math Minds

Here is a great reference site for any math question, in any mathematical area of study, for any grade level...just ask Dr. Math.

Mathematics

Math Month

Yep...April is the month of math and here is a site for everyone. Delve into the array of areas from Dr. Math, who will answer all your questions, to Brain Benders to get your students into the math-mood! Another site for mindful math games = http://www.funbrain.com/teachers/index.html

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Professional Resources

A Blizzard of Winter Lessons

Education World has organized some excellent winter lessons on winter folklore, snowmen, sports and more. These are cross-curricular and mostly focused on the elementary level.

Professional Resources

Continuing Education - Heritage Institute

This institute philosophy is to support wholeness within each person as a foundation to create unity between individuals, communities, nations, and between humans and the great natural web of life of which we are a part. Check out the interesting courses available to enrich your classroom environment.

Professional Resources

Education on the Internet

Choose from the listed subject areas to support your current lessons: Internet Services, Primary Education, English, Mathematics, Science, Modern Languages, History, Geography, Design & Technology, Business Studies, Media Studies, ICT, Sociology, Music, Politics, Economics, Photography, Art & Design, Theatre Studies, Physical Education and Religious Studies.

Professional Resources

New Year...New Start

You may be just entering the teaching world or maybe changing grades or subjects...Let TeachersFirst lead the way with its professional and classroom resources and more.

Professional Resources

Teacher and Counselor Connection

This is a non-profit site for school counselors and teachers. The goal is to provide effective practices to increase student achievement, safe and orderly environments, and community partnerships by offering resources to benefit a comprehensive school counseling program.

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Research

Webster's Dictionary and Thesaurus

Great for you and your students. Have it handy as a link during writing times. Also check out the "For Kids" section to connect up with the Educator's Word Central.

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Science

Alan Shepard

On May 5, 1961, a Redstone rocket launched America's first astronaut, Alan Shepard, beyond the earth's atmosphere, into space.

Science

Brain Awareness Week (March 15th-21st)

Brain Awareness Week is an international effort organized by the Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives to advance public awareness about the progress, promise, and benefits of brain research. Also some interesting science brain pleasers for your students. A school-to-community-to-work connection.

Science

Challenger Center for Space Science Education

Challenger Center is proud to offer educators an "online toolbox" - a wide range of downloadable resources, creative activities and educational programs — to help them unlock young imaginations.

Science

DNA

The discovery of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) was accomplished by scientist Rosalind Franklin...Celebrating his birth in 1920 this week.

Science

Earth and Environment

An interactive site for middle to upper grade students. Focusses on earthquakes, flooding, global warming and actual biology labs. Explore!

Science

Earth Day Activities

Some fun activities to get your students thinking about our wonderful earth!

Science

Earth Day for Everyday

Here are some ideas and other sites for you to incorporate into your classroom. Students will enjoy the variety of interesting topics and ideas for them to investigate.

Science

Environmental Education

The co-founder of the Sierra Club and geologist, Joseph LeConte, was born this month. Teach kids to treasure our environment by exploring the earth around them. Education is the way personal growth can help make the world a better place.

Science

Gardening with Kids

If you want to cultivate keen observers, explore plant-animal relationships, or inspire youngsters' passions for preserving habitats, consider this site.

Science

Hubble

John Glenn was born this week in 1921. Take a trip to outer space by watching an amazing "show" from hubble. Share with your students of all ages.

Science

Penguins

Kids are fascinated by penguins. This interactive site allows your students a fun-filled learning experience. Included are activities, a slideshow, habitat information, an index of related penguin sites, and a collaborative project.  Always a wintertime favorite!

Science

Year of the Ocean

Eighteen activities for students to practice their math, geography, science, and language skills while learning about the world's oceans!

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Social Studies

Anne Frank

Celebrate the life of this young girl and many others who fought for their lives or lost them during the tragic times of the Holocaust. Excellent lessons for you to use with your students.

Social Studies

Ben Franklin

A full resource of information on Ben Franklin who flew his famous kite on June 5, 1752.

Social Studies

Chinese New Year

New Years holiday information, numerous lessons, book resources, and hands-on ideas adaptable for most grade levels. BONUS: list of other celebrations and lesson ideas.

Social Studies

Cinco de Mayo

This site is geared for early to mid-elementary level, with foods, history, music, books, and more available. Celebrating this cultural holiday is more than just tacos!

Social Studies

Colonial House

This site offers a variety of resources for bringing Colonial America to life in your classroom. The lesson plans -- which adhere to national learning standards -- are media-rich, designed for immediate use, contain comprehensive instructions for classroom implementation, include downloadable student handouts, and suggestions for cross-curricular extensions.

Social Studies

Groundhog Day

Here you will find a thematic unit on Groundhogs Day. You will
find a lesson, activity sheet, and unique links to use in your classroom! Geared for primary.

Social Studies

Iditarod

Bring the Iditarod into your classroom. Numerous lessons and ideas for you and your students to experience. The race begins on March 6, 2004.

Social Studies

Martin Luther King

Listen to the "I Have a Dream" speech or learn many interesting details about the life of this famous American.

Social Studies

Memorial Day

This site may be used in conjunction with lessons regarding other wars and recognition of the individual lives lost.

Social Studies

National Women's History Month

Teachers know that students understand history when it can relate to the students’ lives. It is important to show students how women in history have had an impact in their lives today. Incorporate and create lessons using the Learning Place link, then Teacher's Lounge.

Social Studies

Presidents' Day

Presidents' Day is celebrated in the United States on February 16th. This site is applicable to all age groups...extensive resources and connections to other links.

Social Studies

Shackleton's Voyage of Endurance

A true hero and leader, Ernest Shackleton led the Antarctic expedition of 1914-1916 which is exciting reading and viewing for any student. This PBS site features lessons and other classroom resources.

Social Studies

St. Patrick's Day

A pot full of gold if you're looking for a clever craft or activity for the leapin' leprechan day!

Social Studies

Summer Crafts

Here are some activities and crafts for those of you still in the classroom.

Social Studies

Thomas Jefferson...A Powerful Voice of America

At Monticello World Wide Web, you'll find lessons for school students. We hope you and your class will enjoy learning about Thomas Jefferson and his life at Monticello. Each lesson contains a lesson plan, an activity, and a teacher answer key. Don't skip the Follow-up Activities for the fun riddle. (bd 4/13/1743)

Social Studies

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day ideas for most grade levels. Enjoy exploring...and enjoy your day.

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Special Education

Opening Doors...Opening Minds

The Bubel/Aiken Foundation serves to bridge the gap now existing for young people with developmental disabilities between full inclusion and today's reality.