KMS Student Resources

Good day, KMS students and families!

The following resources are available through our Great Prairie AEA's Media Library. I have sectioned the resources into what will best help with certain core subject areas while you are learning from home. When appropriate, I've added in outside resources as well. Some information is the same as the Hawthorne and GW's pages as all schools share AEA resources, but I've updates 1-2 resources in each subject area to align with different levels of learning when needed.

I will continually update this page as I receive information from teachers, community members, and my own online research. Please email me anna.westermeyer@keokukschools.org if you have any great suggestions (or questions!) that you feel would help others.

Stay safe, stay learning, and see you soon!

Best,

Mrs. Westermeyer Marlin

GPAEA Media Library Resources

Select the linked box to the left. You should be able to "sync log in" with your Keokuk Schools email. However, if this does not work please contact Mrs. Westermeyer Marlin, Mr. Rohlfs, Mr. Neill, or Mr. Haage.

Teachers: If you need help getting class sets of books, please reach out to Mrs. Westermeyer Marlin.

Content Area Resources

Many of the resources below are available in KPride LaunchPad on students' computers. Once on LaunchPad, students should look for "AEA Resources," and these apps will be in that folder. Their log in should be synced with their school emails.

Additional resources in some areas below are from outside sources (example: Harry Potter Reading Club, The Knotted Line, etc.). All are educational.

ELA Resources

(Use same log in as above.)

Book Flix allows students to read a pair of fiction and non-fiction texts over a variety of topics. The story can be read to readers or they can read on their own; after, there are web links to explore and you can "meet the authors" on most book sets.

(Use same log in as above.)

MackinVIA allows students to read from the computer, phone, tablet, or smart reader. They can check out a book, keep notes, and get definitions as they go.

See this Facebook video from Ms. Westermeyer for more information about logging in.

The Harry Potter Reading Club (Scholastic) site offers rotating monthly content and tons of extra resources--it's a wonderland for Potter fans of any age. The site can be a bit overwhelming at first (lots to look at!) but with the help of an older adult or sibling, it should be a fun adventure.

iPhone or iPad users can download the app Vocabulary Builder by Magoosh. "This app gives you free access to all of Magoosh’s general, GRE, SAT, and TOEFL vocab quizzes. Sign in with a Magoosh account (or create a new one) to save your progress to the web. You can continue your practice online here." (The website works for all phone/tablet users.)

Social Studies Resources

Ben's Guide is an online resource that teaches students about the branches of government. There are sections for different ages to learn about laws, branches of govt., and even how laws are made. GW students will select whatever age range they feel suits their current knowledge.

The Knotted Line is a free online, interactive tool that encourages students to think about complex issues; it includes suggestions for multiple classroom uses which can be tailored for at-home learning.

(Use same log in as above.)

Freedom Flix offers information about most historical events in both video (~2-3 min. clips) paired with reading. There are additional screened web resources linked from each topic's page as well.

GeaCron is an interactive world map atlas from any year since 3000 B.C.

Truly a fascinating look at the world from any year.


Math Resources

Using the top "search" icon on Khan Academy, students can select "early math" or "math by grade" and then their current year. There are many tutorials and resources on this site to keep students engaged with learning during their time away from school.

(Use same log in as above.)

Videos, audio, and printables abound on this resource. Learn 360 also has games -- especially math games -- which will help students stay engaged but have fun too. This source has great resources for other subject areas too (social studies, science, etc.), and it serves as a general source.

Math at the Core, produced through PBS Media, offers "engaging media and integrated activities, all aligned with the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics. Designed for middle school students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds."

Prodigy is already used in many classrooms. The link from the image above offers information to support parents and caregivers in relation to students' math education.

Science Resources

The Monterey Bay Zoo has several live cameras on their animals. Use the linked photo above to see birds, otters, sharks, and more. Pair this with a non-fiction read from Pebble Go or MackinVIA (see reading section) and you have real life connecting to reading!

Power Knowledge has three science options through the AEA: Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth & Space Science. All offer a wealth of resources, videos, and even games.

Again, Learn 360 (see math section above) has wonderful resources for science too.

With categories ranging all the way from earth and space science to animals, the human body, and engineering, Science Flix is the all-in-one science resource if you know what you'd like to research.

NASA has wonderful resources available for students including STEM engagement, video definitions, Q&A, and homework help. For students interested in science *and* space, this is the perfect place to go!

Physical Education Resources

OPEN Phys Ed offers units on a variety of physical education topics geared toward active home lifestyles. Check this out for a variety of home physical education resources!

Yoga with Adriene is a free, online yoga class. You can do "30 Days with Adrienne" and get your body more flexible and fit, or look around on YouTube for other fitness instructors. *Be sure to check their credentials and never do anything that pushes your body too far.*

Teen Health & Wellness (GPAEA database) includes information from body basics to green living and even skills for work, school, and life. This source is like a"health" class option, even though many topics are also covered in Science and Physical Education.

Pamela Reif is an influencer turned health advocate, and she has several free workout videos online. The one above features music artist Jason Derulo, but it is only one of many, many workouts she has available.

Also, please check out some virtual options online right now. There are wonderful running options (5k, half marathon, etc.) that you can do virtually using fitness trackers.

Art Resources

Learn a new skill! Try out origami, or the art of paper folding, by going to "The Beginner's Guide to Paper Folding." This time at home may make you into a crane-creating master! Or, if you'd prefer, learn how to draw faces with this beginner's guide to sketching.

Create digital art online! The linked source above gives four options for creating digital art, but apps like Adobe, Astropad, and Affinity Designer are also great options.

12 Famous Art Museums are offering online, virtual tours. Please link from the above image for more information about which one you'd like to see!

The National Gallery Of Art offers many resources for young artists. "NGAkids interactives offer an entertaining and informative introduction to art and art history. Featuring a variety of art-making tools that encourage exploration and creativity, these computer-based activities are suitable for all ages."

Music & Theater

The article linked above discusses using BroadwayHD to watch Broadway shows from home. This access is nearly unprecedented and is a great opportunity for students and families to see Broadway theater shows.

GPAEA Media Library source Soundzabound "offers a wide variety of music, audio themes and sound effects for grade K -12 and universities that ensures your copyright safety. Perfect for podcasts, PowerPoint™, videos, news, shows, video yearbooks, digital storytelling, presentations" and more! Use the same login as above (31 keokuk/gpaea) to log in.

Cinncinati Music Hall Tour - Walk in this virtual tour through Cincinnati Music Hall, home of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. Take a turn looking out from the conductor’s podium, learning about the instrument sections and experience the architecture.

Seattle Symphony Orchestra - "The Seattle Symphony will continue sharing performances that provide strength, comfort and joy. The musicians of the Seattle Symphony have generously volunteered to share free broadcasts with everyone during this time of uncertainty. All broadcasts can be streamed through the Symphony’s social media channels on YouTube and Facebook."

Computer Science & Digital Citizenship

Code.org - "You can continue to learn at home while schools are closed. Try out fun computer science tutorials, watch videos about computer science concepts, and even build your own projects!"

Digital Citizenship learning through BrainPOP includes information about blogs, cyberbullying, online safety and more. All information is broken into topics and easy to navigate.

There are also online safety tutorials on Teen Health & Wellness (see P.E. resource section above).

Facebook's Digital Literacy Library - "Find lesson plans designed by experts to help young people develop skills needed to navigate the digital world, critically consume information and responsibly produce and share content. [Includes] group discussions, activities, quizzes, and games."

Also, see this link for more teacher-generated interactive sites and lessons for your specific classes!