Middle School Research Resources
Dictionaries and Thesauri
WordSmyth- Definitions, thesaurus and rhyming dictionary.
Word Central- Student online dictionary.
Online Etymology Dictionary- Detailed etymology for most words.
Visuwords.com- A visual dictionary.
Choose middle school student under the audience column
SIRS KNOWLEDGE and SIRS DISCOVERER
You will need the username and password for this paid database. See Mrs. Eppinger in the LC or your teacher for this information.You will need the username and password for this paid database. See Mrs. Eppinger in the LC or your teacher for this information.
Reference Sites
NEWSLEA - FREE! Need a current event article for class? Login with Google to access this awesome resource.
Contemporary Musicians-ebooks
For home access- PW: port80128Math Resources
Get the Math- Get the Math is about algebra in the real world. See how professionals use math in music, fashion, videogames, restaurants, basketball, and special effects. Then take on interactive challenges related to those careers.
Curriki Geometry Course- Features six PBL projects.
Math Open Reference- Online reference for geometry teachers and students. Features animated and interactive drawings to demonstrate terms and concepts.
Math Shorts- The latest addition to Planet Nutshell's line-up of animated educational videos.
Thinking Blocks- Interactive templates that use brightly colored blocks to model and solve problems.
Social Studies Resources
English Resources
