Interested in Japanese culture and food? Visit Not Just Sushi. It is geared for 6th grade students. You can browse the site as a guest or teachers can sign up their classes. There is a webcast (as well as resources) to help your students explore the food and culture of Japan. (From TeachersFirst)
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It doesn’t matter if you cannot use chopsticks
February 8th, 2012 · No Comments · Content - Social Studies
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So how readable is that site?
February 5th, 2012 · No Comments · Content - Language Arts, Content - Science, Content - Social Studies, Content- Cross Discipline
Unlike books (that often come with a suggested grade level for reading skills), websites don’t always these features. The Readability Test Tool is a quick way to gauge the reading level of the site. Simply paste in the URL (or supply some text from the web page), and you can get an appropriate grade [...]
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You ain’t nothing like a …
February 2nd, 2012 · No Comments · Content - Social Studies
Groundhog! Click here for this charming tale of Groundhog Day and Possum Night. The book includes sound and music (who knew groundhogs loved Elvis and could sing!). (From TeachersFirst)
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Don’t let the power go to your head!
January 20th, 2012 · No Comments · Content - Math, Content - Science, Content - Social Studies
How well can you run a city? What is the best investment for your community? Become the mayor of your own town and build your city! Visit ElecrtroCity! You can build airports, power plants and more. Monitor the changes on your financial and environmental health. Geared for Middle-High school students.
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