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BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
If you can't find it here, you just can't find it. This is the motto of BJ Pinchbeck's Homework Helper web site. Once you visit the web site you will understand what this means! At BJ's site you will find an unbelievable number of links to resources in many subject areas: computer science, English, foreign language, health and P.E., math, news, and much more! There is also a collection of different search engines for you to use in your research and a link where you can ask specific questions.
Topic: Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 1160L
Cells Alive! Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Cells Alive! Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
Learn all about cells and their functions at this site that offers video segments and animation, as well as detailed photos and diagrams. There is a homework section that helps you direct your search to find the information that you need, from how to cite this site in a paper to how to get permission to use the photos to how to use the index and the Internal search engine. There is also a list of useful links that will provide you with more information.
Topic: Biology, Cells, Homework help
Language: English
Element Games Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Element Games Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Have fun while learning and testing your knowledge of the elements. This set of element games requires a JavaScript enabled browser. One of the six choices of element games is Element Hangman. Discover which element the computer has picked by guessing the letters in its name. For each wrong letter choice, the atom man will slowly dissolve. Try Element Flash Cards, Element Crossword Puzzle and more. You can also select from other science, math and reading games.
Topic: Educational games, Math games, Science games
Language: English
NASA Kids: Fun Sites to Explore Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
NASA Kids: Fun Sites to Explore Grade Level: 3-5 6-8
See the cosmos in infrared. Discover how infrared is useful for finding people or animals in smoke, fog, or the dark. These fascinating sites will help you explore outer space and have fun at the same time. Join a mission to Saturn and explore its many moons. Did you know that over 60 icy moons have been spotted in orbit around Saturn along with a force field called a magnetosphere? Solve planetary puzzles, discover your weight on different planets, and ask Dr. C questions about Mars. You can also learn about global climate change.
Topic: Outer space--Exploration
Language: English
Windows to the Universe Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Windows to the Universe Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Look outside your window and discover the universe through the pages of this great science source. Choose from three reading levels and Spanish. Visitors can learn about the Earth, solar system, and astronomy. Find out details about space missions and conditions. Play cool games like Junk in Space or Make Your Own Alien. Even print out coloring books and make flip books. When learning about the night sky is done, explore other topics such as life science and physics. Go on several guided tours, try interactive pages, and download sounds and animations that are out of this world!
Topic: Earth sciences, Space sciences
Language: English, Spanish
Lexile: 1020L
Image collection
Classroom Deliberations Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Classroom Deliberations Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Classroom Deliberations was designed to get you talking about the current issues being debated in Congress. You will find sets of primary sources collected by C-SPAN that include video clips and newspaper articles related to each issue. You can browse the issues from the opening page and teachers can access related activities. You will find discussions on each topic that introduce you to the primary source sets. You will also find updates on court decisions presented on the opening page.
Topic: Current events, News agencies
Language: English
Lexile: 1140L
Video
News Source
Primary Source Material
Math TV: Videos Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Math TV: Videos Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
So you have a big math test, and you are trying to study in front of the TV. Not a bad idea if that TV is a web site called Math TV. Here you can practice for that test in either pre-algebra, algebra, or trigonometry. Each area consists of various topics to study. Each topic has a ten-question practice test, with a video that explains the answers. Studying math is never easy when you look at a bunch of problems, but when you have an online guide, calculating is a cinch!
Topic: Mathematics, Homework help
Language: English
Video
History Pin Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
History Pin Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
This huge undertaking is actually a collection of images that tell the story of the history of millions of different people around the world. Watch the 90 second video to get an introduction to how the web site works. When you click Explore the Map, History Pin finds images that came from locations near where you are currently located. You can also pick a date from the timeline to see images or you can choose to browse from one of the many image collections. Collections are grouped by themes such as weddings, fashion, seaside, road trips and much more.
Topic: World history, History sources
Language: English
Image collection
Transformasaur Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Transformasaur Grade Level: PreK-2 3-5
Meet an amazing species of dinosaur that can adapt its characteristics to fit changing environments. As you play the Transformasaur game, you will collect special survival stones to help the dinosaur adapt and survive. Be sure to avoid the obstacles and enemies and don't forget to feed your dinosaur. As you move through this interactive game, you will have to decide which way is the best way to transform. Begin in the Triassic Period and see how many years your dinosaur can survive.
Topic: Animal adaptations, Dinosaurs -- Evolution
Language: English
Educational game
The Internet Public Library Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The Internet Public Library Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The Internet Public Library offers the user links within the site to an annotated collection of high quality Internet resources. The catalog of subjects includes links to Computers, Education, Social Science, Health and many others. The Ready Reference catalog links to web sites with resources similar to Almanacs and Dictionaries. Special Collections highlight literary criticism and biographical web sites about authors and their works and may be browsed by author, by title, or by nationality and literary period.
Topic: Reference sources, Digital libraries and archives Language: English Interactive
URL: http://www.ipl.org
Bubbabrain Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Bubbabrain Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Bubbabrain has fun and educational interactive games of all sorts that are designed for kids of all ages. The opening page allows you to choose the level of difficulty from elementary to college level. Once you have selected the level you will find games about math, history, English, science, social studies, and foreign languages. As you browse the higher levels of difficulty you will also find games related to business, psychology, accelerated subjects, and even aptitude test preparation. There are even trivia games that test your knowledge on movies, sports, and television.
Topic: Computer games, Educational games, Homework help
Language: English
Educational game
Interactive
Religions Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Religions Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Answers to questions about religions of the world can sometimes be difficult to find. Your parents or friends may not understand all the different world religions. The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) has created this web site, which explains 16 major world religions. A few of the religions featured are Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Taoism. Atheism is also covered. There's a multi-faith calendar, where you'll find holy days and festivals, an Islamic prayer calculator, and an interactive tool called Civilisations, where you can explore the rise and fall of great empires and ideas over 5000 years.
Topic: Religions, Homework help Language: English Lexile: 1480L
URL: http://www.bbc.co.uk
Sheppard Software: We Make Learning Fun Grade Level: 3-5
Sheppard Software: We Make Learning Fun Grade Level: 3-5
If you've been trying to convince your parents that game playing is educational, show them this web site. Sheppard Software creates engaging educational games that utilize sound, color, and other features to make learning fun. You'll also find that their online games come in a variety of levels, such as beginner, advanced beginner, intermediate, expert, and master, so you're certain to find a level to challenge you without being overwhelmed. Subjects covered include Animals, Vocabulary (including computer terms, medical terms, and even SAT words), Health, Science, Math, History, and interactive geography games and maps of the World and the U.S.
Topic: Educational games
Language: English
Lexile: 1060L
Educational game
Explore Your Interests Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Explore Your Interests Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
This is definitely one of the most compelling encyclopedias on the web. The prestigious Smithsonian Institution presents Encyclopedia Smithsonian: From advertising to zoology, this resource explores the same topics that are given in-depth treatment in the halls and exhibits of the venerable research museum. Choose a topic from the list or use one of the three categories of material: Art & Design, History & Culture, and Science & Technology.
Topic: Encyclopedias, dictionaries and almanacs
Language: English
Lexile: 1270L
Encyclopedia
URL: https://www.si.edu
National Geographic Kids Grade Level: 3-5
National Geographic Kids Grade Level: 3-5
If you love animals, care about the environment, or just want to have fun, then National Geographic Kids is for you. Browse facts, pictures, and video clips of the planet's most amazing animals. Then, take a journey around the world by clicking on People and Places. Once you're done exploring, read a collection of real-life stories about animals, people, and events. Be sure to also click on the tabs for videos and photos, for some amazing visual images. Other features include fun activities you can try at home, along with cool games that are just a mouse click away.
Topic: Animals, Environmental issues and education, Science, Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 1070L
Video
Magazine
Exploratorium Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Exploratorium Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
The Exploratorium: The Museum of Science, Art and Human Perception. You will be able to explore many scientific topics when you visit the Exploratorium, a museum of science and human perception. An example of one topic featured here is Doctor Atomic where you can explore the historical and cultural context behind a new opera about the first atomic bomb. Maybe you will be more interested in exploring the science of music, or exploring what a cow's eyeball looks like. Whatever you choose, you are sure to learn something new or interesting.
Topic: Science and technology museums, Science
Language: English
Lexile: 1340L
Interactive
Conversations with History Grade Level: 9-12
Conversations with History Grade Level: 9-12
Conversations with History is a weekly series that nationally broadcasts intellectual interviews relevant to the time. The host, Harry Kreisler, interviews scholars, journalists, and policymakers from all parts of the world. This online companion allows you to access all of the Conversations with History interviews. You have the option of searching for interviews by name, topic, or year, and you can browse the most recent interviews that are located on the opening page. Each video is accompanied by an overview that informs you of the nature of the content.
Topic: World history, International relations, Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 1560L
Video
Interactives Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Interactives Grade Level: 3-5 6-8 9-12
Who says homework can't be fun? The interactive exhibits at this web site will have you rethinking how you feel about homework. Many topics are covered in this online homework helper web site: math, science, language, history, and the arts. Each of the interactive exhibits displays its grade level, making it easy for you to find information appropriate for your skill level. The activities are fun and are a great way to improve your skills in many curriculum areas.
Topic: Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 1170L
Interactive
Visuwords Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Visuwords Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Visuwords Online Graphical Dictionary. Visual learners in particular will appreciate the graphic representation of the words in the online dictionary and thesaurus known as Visuwords. Simply type a word into the box at the top, or click on the Random button, and watch your screen come alive with words and colorful, fluid links to other related words which convey the relationship between those words. Chosen as one of Time magazine's 50 Best Websites of 2009, the site utilizes Princeton University's WordNet database and is an innovative way of improving your vocabulary.
Topic: Synonyms and antonyms, Encyclopedias, dictionaries and almanacs
Language: English
Nobel Prize: All Educational Productions Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
Nobel Prize: All Educational Productions Grade Level: 6-8 9-12
The almost fifty productions that are found on the Nobelprize.org web site are interactive educational learning games that vary in subject matter and degrees of difficulty. All of the games are listed on the opening page and arranged by category. You will find games that relate to physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, peace, and economics. Once you select a game you have the options of playing, learning more about the game, reading about the Nobel Prize associated with the game, and reading about a related Nobel Prize laureate.
Topic: Computer games, Educational games, Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 740L
Educational game
HippoCampus Grade Level: 9-12
HippoCampus Grade Level: 9-12
The Monterey Institute for Technology and Education created and maintains this resource, which offers free, online multimedia lessons to high school and college students. The subjects covered thus far are: Algebra, Biology, Calculus, Environmental Science, Government, History, Physics, and Religion (many are AP courses). Course content is provided by a number of institutions, such as the University of California and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). If you're working out of a textbook, you can select your textbook from those listed; if not, simply select the subject, course, section, and topic that interest you.
Topic: Homework help
Language: English
Lexile: 1290L
WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs Resources Grade Level: 9-12
WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs Resources Grade Level: 9-12
This section of the WWW Virtual Library system presents over 2200 annotated links in a wide range of international affairs topics. Most of the sites are in English. The site is broken down into the following resource categories: Getting started, media sources, organizations, regions and countries and topics. Some of the topics include: International business and economics, International communications, International and comparative education, International development and much more.
Topic: International relations Language: English Lexile: 1380L
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