Word Central from Merriam-Webster provides several interactive resources for children:
While there are many different levels of dictionaries and thesauruses available, Word Central from Merriam-Webster text appropriate for upper elementary students. Word Central
Teachers can benefit from the purchase of various dictionaries and thesauruses. They are available in differing levels to meet the needs of the reader. Word Central Book Catalog
Teachers looking to align with select state standards can do so by downloading the PDF listed under "State Standards Alignments." Word Central State Standards Alignment
Building background is a key component in understanding text. Our Harcourt reading series has several activities for students to prepare them for each story. Give a try and click! Building Background Knowledge
Reading and vocabulary games:
Robo-Bee encourages children to help Robo-Bee open up flowers with their knowledge of words to correctly match them with the sentence or defintion. Robobee Game
Feed the BIGbots their batteries by selecting the correct synonym or antonym. By understanding synonyms and antonyms we can make connections with other words in various texts. Big Bot Game
If you are a member of a local library you may have access to audiobooks for home or for your classroom for students to enjoy. Choose from a wide selection of juvenile and adult fiction and nonfiction literature. NEIBORS Library Network
Feed the BIGbots their batteries by selecting the correct synonym or antonym. By understanding synonyms and antonyms we can make connections with other words in various texts. Big Bot Game
Needing to cite your sources? Monroe Community College of Rochester, New York has an extensive collection of APA Style 5th edition of in-text citations and reference list examples. Citations and Reference Lists
While Monroe Community College has many examples, they do not help with citing on-line dictionaries. Check out Word Central's free resource guiding writers in citing words from on-line dictionaries. Word Central Citations
Tackle numerous aspects of sentence structure and parts of speech with 30 interactive games. These activities connect with the themes in the Harcourt reading series. Grammar Practice 1
Harcourt continues its support of our reading series with the Grammar Glossary. Definitions and examples demonstrate words that respond to each other to show which words and/or sentences are correct. Grammar Practice 2
Need bulletin board ideas? Houghton Mifflin has six examples supporting each spelling theme in the series. Suggestions are available on PDF. Spelling Themes
Boost spelling lessons with dozens of hands-on spelling activities to help students gasp many of the generalizations in the English language. Hands on Activities
Houghton Mifflin provides extensive correlations between their spelling and english series and student skills. There are ten categories of PDF files. Skill Correlations
Are you wanting to integrate the spelling series to literature? Each unit lists leveled books you can use to connect your students to each week's spelling theme. Spelling Integration
Word finds and their answer keys are just a click away incorporating the Basic and Challenge word lists. Each are available as a PDF. Practice Lists
Can't find a calculator? Anyone can use this one from Google, which also includes a scientific calculator for the advanced learners. Google Calculator
To gain more practice with "times tables," Multiplication.com has seemingly endless games that allow players to adjust to their level for success. Multiplication Games
Looking for strategies to help your students with multiplication facts? Multiplication.com provides methods to help with "times tables" and other challenges.
Multiplication.com offers teacher guides to help students with multiplication facts. Other helpful books are available as well. Multiplication Fact Help
PBS's Cyberchase teaches math in every episode. Parents and teachers can find connections to shows with lessons and activities. Cyberchase Lessons
Fetch is a daily program that sends young teens on missions. They have to use their problem-solving skills, science, and math to win the game show. Fetch TV Show
For FOSS (Full Option Science System) teachers you can benefit from several resources including supporting children's literature, tips for teaching, etc. FOSS Resources
Increase support between home and school with the Home Folio. Conduct activities from home during the Earth Materials unit. FOSS Home Activities
Parents can receive addtional help with FOSS on the following web page. Many answers are provided to frequently asked questions about this science curriculum. FOSS FAQ
Apply what you have learned about mineral hardness with the game, Mohs' Drill. Choose the correct drill bit to escape before the walls close in on you! Earth Materials Game
Britannica Online is a resource well matched for our state projects. Use our school login and password then begin with searching for facts about your state. Britannica Online
Enchanted Learning has countless resources available. One benefit is the map choices. Choose the state, country, or continent and the type of map, and print! Maps
Capture an extensive list of basic facts about your state from the population to the state song sheet music. State Facts
Practice map skills and match states and capitals with KidsGeo.com. The interactive features showcase the United States and include the other major continents. Map Skills
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