MO Sponsored websites for Social Studies Resources:
MO Open Education Resources Commons (OER) Hub - This tool provides FREE MO-aligned resources that have been vetted by MOREnet and/or DESE in all subject areas. This MO hub of the OER Commons website is new and ever-evolving, so check back often for new resources.
MO LEAP Blocks for Social Studies - This resource was created by MO teachers under the guidance of DESE. All resources are aligned to the MO Learning Standards. We have also downloaded all of the LEAP blocks and have housed them in a Google Folder for easy access.
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Other Technology Resources for Science -- Please check the District Approved Technology List for appropriate grade-level use.
America on the Move - This site, hosted by the Smithsonian Institution, teaches students about transportation in America and the changes transportation made on American cities. It includes interactive games for students and learning resources for teachers.
Best of History Web Sites - A great compilation of History websites. Includes sites with animations, games, and research.
Biography - The Biography Channel website offers many biographies and videos on historical figures.
Chronicling America - Library of Congress- links to historical U.S. newspapers that are available online.
CK-12 - This site offers text, videos, activities, and more for grades K-12 on math, science, technology, engineering, history, and test prep.
Classroom Video On Demand - This site is a resource through our Library/Media curriculum and has resources for mostly for upper elementary and middle/high school level. Log in with your district email account to access this resource.
Discovery Education - This site has videos, interactives, articles, etc. It also has a quiz builder for assessments and a "studio" for teachers & students to create their own "boards". For this site, log into the district's CLEVER account and then click on Discovery Education.
Econ Edlink - Lots of videos on a variety of economic topics.
History Channel - This day in history.
Learn360 - This site is a resource through our Library/Media curriculum and has videos, interactives, printables, games, and more! This is for all grade levels. Log in with your district email account to access this resource.
Missouri Kids - Students learn about the history, symbols, and government of Missouri through interactive activities.
National Geographic Education - A variety of videos, map making activities, and more.
Open Library - A great source of authentic documents and online books on a variety of subjects.
PBS Learning Media - Lessons, activities, and games for all grade levels. Just sign in and choose your local PBS channel for free access.
The Living Room Candidate - Presidential election commercials from 1952 - present. Students can learn about the election process, view actual commercials used in various elections and even create their own election ad.
USA.gov - The government site for kids includes games and videos about the U.S. government and more.