Saturday, June 25, 2005
Sat., June 25, 2005 - Food Safety / HealthierUS.gov
Taken From:
EduHound Weekly for March 10, 2005
FDA/CFSAN - For Kids, Teens and Educators
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/educate.html
Provides general information, games, quizzes, puzzles and resources for kids, teens and teachers on food safety.
HealthierUS.gov
http://www.healthierus.gov
“If you just look at the numbers, it can be overwhelming. Obesity is epidemic in the United States. In recent years, diabetes rates among people ages 30 to 39 rose by 70%. About 46.5 million adults in the United States smoke cigarettes, even though this single behavior will result in disability and premature death for half of them. More than 60% of American adults do not get enough physical activity, and more than 25% are not active at all. Yet if you talk to Americans, there is hope. They say they generally know what will make them healthier, but they are confused about what specific information is credible and accurate. HealthierUS.gov will be that source of credible, accurate information to help Americans choose to live healthier lives.”
Copyright © 2005 EduHound.com: A Division of ETC Group LLC. All rights reserved.
EduHound Weekly for March 10, 2005
FDA/CFSAN - For Kids, Teens and Educators
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/educate.html
Provides general information, games, quizzes, puzzles and resources for kids, teens and teachers on food safety.
HealthierUS.gov
http://www.healthierus.gov
“If you just look at the numbers, it can be overwhelming. Obesity is epidemic in the United States. In recent years, diabetes rates among people ages 30 to 39 rose by 70%. About 46.5 million adults in the United States smoke cigarettes, even though this single behavior will result in disability and premature death for half of them. More than 60% of American adults do not get enough physical activity, and more than 25% are not active at all. Yet if you talk to Americans, there is hope. They say they generally know what will make them healthier, but they are confused about what specific information is credible and accurate. HealthierUS.gov will be that source of credible, accurate information to help Americans choose to live healthier lives.”
Copyright © 2005 EduHound.com: A Division of ETC Group LLC. All rights reserved.
Sat., June 25, 2005 - Medicinal Plants / WikiWax
Taken From:
ResourceShelf Newsletter
http://www.resourceshelf.com/
Number 205
ISSN 1746-563X March 24, 2005
Source: Science Reference Service, Library of Congress
Medicinal Plants
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/medicplantstb.html
"This Tracer Bullet has been compiled to assist researchers in navigating the databases, electronic resources and print materials related to medicinal plants and to locate relevant materials in the Library's collections. Lists of other agencies, institutions, and organizations are provided as starting points for further study. Not intended to be a comprehensive bibliography, this guide is designed--as the name of the series implies--to put the reader 'on target.'"
Links: http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/medicplantstb.html#addinfo
[NOTE: Home page: Science Tracer Bullets
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/tbs.html - previously posted. – Phyllis ]
WikiWax.
http://www.wikiwax.com/
Wikipedia Users Should Check Out WikiWax
If you're a Wikipedia user this new dynamic query suggestion tool might be a welcome addition to your research arsenal.
Wikipedia Plus Dynamic Search Term Suggestions = WikiWax
Surfwax has just launched its LookAhead search term suggestion technology combined with Wikipedia into a new site called WikiWax. Over 600,000 Wikipedia index terms are listed with more than 2,000,000 LookAhead rotations available. Remember, you'll see LookAhead offering suggested entries prior to clicking the search button.
What's a term rotation?
LookAhead automatically rotates Wikipedia index terms, so you can find Abraham Lincoln under both Abraham Lincoln and Lincoln, Abraham. LookAhead automatically inserts a comma after the first word on topics that are rotated, e.g., Abraham, Lincoln.
--------------------------
Gary Price
Editor, ResourceShelf
ResourceShelf Newsletter
http://www.resourceshelf.com/
Number 205
ISSN 1746-563X March 24, 2005
Source: Science Reference Service, Library of Congress
Medicinal Plants
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/medicplantstb.html
"This Tracer Bullet has been compiled to assist researchers in navigating the databases, electronic resources and print materials related to medicinal plants and to locate relevant materials in the Library's collections. Lists of other agencies, institutions, and organizations are provided as starting points for further study. Not intended to be a comprehensive bibliography, this guide is designed--as the name of the series implies--to put the reader 'on target.'"
Links: http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/medicplantstb.html#addinfo
[NOTE: Home page: Science Tracer Bullets
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/tracer-bullets/tbs.html - previously posted. – Phyllis ]
WikiWax.
http://www.wikiwax.com/
Wikipedia Users Should Check Out WikiWax
If you're a Wikipedia user this new dynamic query suggestion tool might be a welcome addition to your research arsenal.
Wikipedia Plus Dynamic Search Term Suggestions = WikiWax
Surfwax has just launched its LookAhead search term suggestion technology combined with Wikipedia into a new site called WikiWax. Over 600,000 Wikipedia index terms are listed with more than 2,000,000 LookAhead rotations available. Remember, you'll see LookAhead offering suggested entries prior to clicking the search button.
What's a term rotation?
LookAhead automatically rotates Wikipedia index terms, so you can find Abraham Lincoln under both Abraham Lincoln and Lincoln, Abraham. LookAhead automatically inserts a comma after the first word on topics that are rotated, e.g., Abraham, Lincoln.
--------------------------
Gary Price
Editor, ResourceShelf
Sat., June 25, 2005 - Folkmed Database
Taken From:
======== The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences =====
====== March 18, 2005 ======
===== Volume 4, Number 6 ======
University of California-Los Angeles: Online Archive of American Folk
Medicine
http://www.folkmed.ucla.edu/
The Archive of American Folk Medicine is the result of more than 50 years of
work by UCLA-associated folklorists who "documented beliefs and practices
relating to folk medicine and alternative healthcare. In order to make the
data more readily available to the worldwide community of researchers and
medical practitioners, the Online Archive of American Folk Medicine was
established in 1996 under the direction of Dr. Michael Owen Jones, a
professor of folklore and history at UCLA." The Archive draws from over
3,200 published works, and is intended to serve folklorists, sociologists,
and historians. The website provides basic and advanced search options; and
records include brief entries for Citation, Condition, Belief, Method of
Treatment, and more. Users should be aware that the Archive website has not
been updated in several years but it remains a valuable resource for
researchers and others interested in folk medicine. [NL]
>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Scout
Project 1994-2005. http://scout.wisc.edu/
======== The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences =====
====== March 18, 2005 ======
===== Volume 4, Number 6 ======
University of California-Los Angeles: Online Archive of American Folk
Medicine
http://www.folkmed.ucla.edu/
The Archive of American Folk Medicine is the result of more than 50 years of
work by UCLA-associated folklorists who "documented beliefs and practices
relating to folk medicine and alternative healthcare. In order to make the
data more readily available to the worldwide community of researchers and
medical practitioners, the Online Archive of American Folk Medicine was
established in 1996 under the direction of Dr. Michael Owen Jones, a
professor of folklore and history at UCLA." The Archive draws from over
3,200 published works, and is intended to serve folklorists, sociologists,
and historians. The website provides basic and advanced search options; and
records include brief entries for Citation, Condition, Belief, Method of
Treatment, and more. Users should be aware that the Archive website has not
been updated in several years but it remains a valuable resource for
researchers and others interested in folk medicine. [NL]
>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Scout
Project 1994-2005. http://scout.wisc.edu/
Sat., June 25, 2005 - Spotlight on Injuries from Fireworks
---------Forwarded Message------
Date Sent: Saturday, July 03, 2004 10:38 PM
Subject: [sharinglinks] Fireworks Injury Stats
Fireworks Injury Stats
Fireworks mostly injure guys under 14 in the hands, fingers, and eyes.
The Centers for Disease Control offer some statistics to keep in mind
during upcoming Fourth of July celebrations.
Spotlight on Injuries from Fireworks
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/spotlite/firework_spot.htm
=================================
Date Sent: Saturday, July 03, 2004 10:38 PM
Subject: [sharinglinks] Fireworks Injury Stats
Fireworks Injury Stats
Fireworks mostly injure guys under 14 in the hands, fingers, and eyes.
The Centers for Disease Control offer some statistics to keep in mind
during upcoming Fourth of July celebrations.
Spotlight on Injuries from Fireworks
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/spotlite/firework_spot.htm
=================================
Friday, June 24, 2005
Fri., June 24, 2005 - Frogs and Toads
Taken From:
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/22/2005 - Updated 07:56 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-22-hotsites.htm
Frogs and Toads in Color and Sound
http://www.naturesound.com/frogs/frogs.html
The chorusing of frogs is definitely one of the signs that spring’s back in session. Lang Elliot from the NatureSound Studio has put together a sampling of 12 species of frogs, complete with pictures, descriptions of each species, and notes on its habitat and call – yes, there’s more it than the familiar “ribbit, ribbit.” — FBC
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/22/2005 - Updated 07:56 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-22-hotsites.htm
Frogs and Toads in Color and Sound
http://www.naturesound.com/frogs/frogs.html
The chorusing of frogs is definitely one of the signs that spring’s back in session. Lang Elliot from the NatureSound Studio has put together a sampling of 12 species of frogs, complete with pictures, descriptions of each species, and notes on its habitat and call – yes, there’s more it than the familiar “ribbit, ribbit.” — FBC
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
Fri., June 24, 2005 - Worm Watch / Lakota Winter Counts
Taken From:
Exploratorium May/June 2005 Ten Cool Sites
http://www.exploratorium.edu/learning_studio/sciencesites.html
Worm Watch –
http://www.naturewatch.ca/english/wormwatch/
"Worm Watch uses earthworms to help us discover soil and appreciate the importance of soil ecology in sustaining agriculture, the natural environment, and ourselves. There are also lots of fun hands-on learning activities for students and teachers." The site includes a virtual tour through the inner workings of an earthworm. You’ll need the free Flash Player.
http://www.naturewatch.ca/english/wormwatch/virtual_worm/index.html
Lakota Winter Counts Online Exhibit
http://wintercounts.si.edu/index.html
- The Lakota marked the passage of time by drawing pictures of memorable events on calendars known as winter counts. This beautiful online exhibit from the Smithsonian. is rich with a database of Smithsonian winter count images, a documentary about Lakota history and culture, video interviews with Lakota people, and a Teachers’ Guide. You’ll need the free Flash player to enter the Flash site. A non-Flash site is also available.
Exploratorium May/June 2005 Ten Cool Sites
http://www.exploratorium.edu/learning_studio/sciencesites.html
Worm Watch –
http://www.naturewatch.ca/english/wormwatch/
"Worm Watch uses earthworms to help us discover soil and appreciate the importance of soil ecology in sustaining agriculture, the natural environment, and ourselves. There are also lots of fun hands-on learning activities for students and teachers." The site includes a virtual tour through the inner workings of an earthworm. You’ll need the free Flash Player.
http://www.naturewatch.ca/english/wormwatch/virtual_worm/index.html
Lakota Winter Counts Online Exhibit
http://wintercounts.si.edu/index.html
- The Lakota marked the passage of time by drawing pictures of memorable events on calendars known as winter counts. This beautiful online exhibit from the Smithsonian. is rich with a database of Smithsonian winter count images, a documentary about Lakota history and culture, video interviews with Lakota people, and a Teachers’ Guide. You’ll need the free Flash player to enter the Flash site. A non-Flash site is also available.
Fri., June 24, 2005 - My Tiny Garden (insects)
Taken From:
ENC’s Digital Dozen, June 2005
http://www.enc.org/features/dd/archive/?ls=eu
mytinygarden.com
http://www.mytinygarden.com/launch.htm
Grade(s): 1 - 12 ENC#: 028089
Synopsis: Let's make sure this garden doesn't remain a secret--it's a place everyone should know about! Lyrical prose describes in detail the insects and other creatures one can expect to find in one's garden, and stunning photos capture in almost frightening minutiae (who among us has ever wanted to be up close and personal with a wasp?) the organisms being described.
Abstract:
This site is a photographic celebration of the small creatures that live on or near the plants in the web site author's garden. The site contains over 100 photographs of insects, garden snails, spiders and other small animals. A magnifying glass tool allows the viewer to see details on any part of the image. Every photo is accompanied by a few paragraphs of text. The text for any given image consists of personal reflections on the photograph, anecdotes from the author's childhood or gardening experiences, descriptions of how the photo was taken, and/or a few facts about the animal featured in the image. Abstracted 9/03. (Author/BRS)
The Eisenhower National Clearinghouse (ENC) provides print and web resources for math and science teachers. Visit http://www.enc.org/
ENC’s Digital Dozen, June 2005
http://www.enc.org/features/dd/archive/?ls=eu
mytinygarden.com
http://www.mytinygarden.com/launch.htm
Grade(s): 1 - 12 ENC#: 028089
Synopsis: Let's make sure this garden doesn't remain a secret--it's a place everyone should know about! Lyrical prose describes in detail the insects and other creatures one can expect to find in one's garden, and stunning photos capture in almost frightening minutiae (who among us has ever wanted to be up close and personal with a wasp?) the organisms being described.
Abstract:
This site is a photographic celebration of the small creatures that live on or near the plants in the web site author's garden. The site contains over 100 photographs of insects, garden snails, spiders and other small animals. A magnifying glass tool allows the viewer to see details on any part of the image. Every photo is accompanied by a few paragraphs of text. The text for any given image consists of personal reflections on the photograph, anecdotes from the author's childhood or gardening experiences, descriptions of how the photo was taken, and/or a few facts about the animal featured in the image. Abstracted 9/03. (Author/BRS)
The Eisenhower National Clearinghouse (ENC) provides print and web resources for math and science teachers. Visit http://www.enc.org/
Fri., June 24, 2005
Taken From:
MORE New This Week
June 2, 2005
http://lii.org/mntw/
Contemporary Philosophy, Critical Theory and Postmodern Thought
http://carbon.cudenver.edu/~mryder/itc_data/postmodern.html
Collection of links to general information about postmodernism and critical theory, and to specific theorists in the field of study, such as Jean Baudrillard, Jacques Derrida, Michel Foucault, Martin Heidegger, and Edward Said. From an education professor at the University of Colorado at Denver.
Subjects: Philosophy, Modern Postmodernism Critical theory
Easter Island Foundation (EIF)
http://www.islandheritage.org
The site for this conservation and research foundation features background and travel information about Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Includes travel planning tips and ideas, history of the island and its statues (moai), a section on "Easter Island Mysteries," photos, an extensive FAQ, reading suggestions, a Rapanui language glossary, and related Web links.
Subjects: Easter Island Easter Island -- Description and travel
University of Minnesota Insect Collection
http://www.entomology.umn.edu/museum/
Provides resources related to this insect collection, which has "grown from a regional collection of 3,000 specimens to a major national and international resource of almost 3,400,000 specimens." Features project overviews (some with results or more details), collection taxonomy, collection databases relating to the caddis fly (trichoptera), and related Web links.
Subjects: Insects Entomology Insects -- Classification
Copyright © 2004, Librarians' Index to the Internet, lii.org. All rights reserved.
MORE New This Week
June 2, 2005
http://lii.org/mntw/
Contemporary Philosophy, Critical Theory and Postmodern Thought
http://carbon.cudenver.edu/~mryder/itc_data/postmodern.html
Collection of links to general information about postmodernism and critical theory, and to specific theorists in the field of study, such as Jean Baudrillard, Jacques Derrida, Michel Foucault, Martin Heidegger, and Edward Said. From an education professor at the University of Colorado at Denver.
Subjects: Philosophy, Modern Postmodernism Critical theory
Easter Island Foundation (EIF)
http://www.islandheritage.org
The site for this conservation and research foundation features background and travel information about Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Includes travel planning tips and ideas, history of the island and its statues (moai), a section on "Easter Island Mysteries," photos, an extensive FAQ, reading suggestions, a Rapanui language glossary, and related Web links.
Subjects: Easter Island Easter Island -- Description and travel
University of Minnesota Insect Collection
http://www.entomology.umn.edu/museum/
Provides resources related to this insect collection, which has "grown from a regional collection of 3,000 specimens to a major national and international resource of almost 3,400,000 specimens." Features project overviews (some with results or more details), collection taxonomy, collection databases relating to the caddis fly (trichoptera), and related Web links.
Subjects: Insects Entomology Insects -- Classification
Copyright © 2004, Librarians' Index to the Internet, lii.org. All rights reserved.
Thursday, June 23, 2005
Thurs., June 23, 2005 - Hans Christian Andersen and other fairy tales
Taken From:
EduHound Weekly for March 17, 2005
Andersen Fairy Tales
Classic folk stories and fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. Web-published children's books with Flash animation and narration. Featuring cartoons, games, e-learning, biography of Hans Christian Andersen and links to the fairy tales.
http://www.andersenfairytales.com
[NOTE: Links to http://www.grimmfairytales.com/en/main and several other Fairy Tale sites. – Phyllis ]
The Hans Christian Andersen 2005 Foundation
http://hca2005.com/HCA2005
The foundation organizes and executes activities and handles public relations related to the bicentenary of the birth of Hans Christian Andersen. The foundation aims at promoting the wider awareness and appreciation of the life and work of Hans Christian Andersen. The foundation sponsors and endorses a wide range of events within the arts and culture, education and tourism in relation to the Hans Christian Andersen bicentenary, nationally as well as internationally. In Denmark, the bicentennial celebrations will begin with an opening Fairytale Weekend on April 1-3, 2005 and will conclude on December 6, 2005. [NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Copyright © 2005 EduHound.com: A Division of ETC Group LLC. All rights reserved.
EduHound Weekly for March 17, 2005
Andersen Fairy Tales
Classic folk stories and fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. Web-published children's books with Flash animation and narration. Featuring cartoons, games, e-learning, biography of Hans Christian Andersen and links to the fairy tales.
http://www.andersenfairytales.com
[NOTE: Links to http://www.grimmfairytales.com/en/main and several other Fairy Tale sites. – Phyllis ]
The Hans Christian Andersen 2005 Foundation
http://hca2005.com/HCA2005
The foundation organizes and executes activities and handles public relations related to the bicentenary of the birth of Hans Christian Andersen. The foundation aims at promoting the wider awareness and appreciation of the life and work of Hans Christian Andersen. The foundation sponsors and endorses a wide range of events within the arts and culture, education and tourism in relation to the Hans Christian Andersen bicentenary, nationally as well as internationally. In Denmark, the bicentennial celebrations will begin with an opening Fairytale Weekend on April 1-3, 2005 and will conclude on December 6, 2005. [NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Copyright © 2005 EduHound.com: A Division of ETC Group LLC. All rights reserved.
Thurs., June 23, 2005 - Lenny's Alice in Wonderland Site
Taken From:
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/21/2005 - Updated 08:54 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-21-hotsites.htm
Lenny’s Alice In Wonderland Site
http://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/
Lewis Carroll was a polymath writing in an era when it was assumed that children ought to get literature that increased their brain power and imaginations rather than their self-esteem -- and in a completely different country to boot. Whether we’re dumber or just not in on the topical humor, two of the most glorious (and geek-friendly) children’s books in history get a loving, helpful annoation on this well-managed fan site. Bonus for the fans: A “lost” chapter of Through the Looking Glass, deleted at the request of the illustrator (!) and unpublished for many years. — HSS
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/21/2005 - Updated 08:54 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-21-hotsites.htm
Lenny’s Alice In Wonderland Site
http://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/
Lewis Carroll was a polymath writing in an era when it was assumed that children ought to get literature that increased their brain power and imaginations rather than their self-esteem -- and in a completely different country to boot. Whether we’re dumber or just not in on the topical humor, two of the most glorious (and geek-friendly) children’s books in history get a loving, helpful annoation on this well-managed fan site. Bonus for the fans: A “lost” chapter of Through the Looking Glass, deleted at the request of the illustrator (!) and unpublished for many years. — HSS
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
Thurs., June 23, 2005 - Reading Lists by Grade Level
Taken From:
Riverdeep's Classroom Flyer, Tuesday, March 15th, 2005
From Riverdeep: http://www.riverdeep.net/
LEVELED READING LISTS:You can search by author, book title, or grade level
http://home.comcast.net/~ngiansante/
Brenda Barron, Editor
classroomflyer@riverdeep.net
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(c) 2005 Riverdeep. All rights reserved.
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Riverdeep's Classroom Flyer, Tuesday, March 15th, 2005
From Riverdeep: http://www.riverdeep.net/
LEVELED READING LISTS:You can search by author, book title, or grade level
http://home.comcast.net/~ngiansante/
Brenda Barron, Editor
classroomflyer@riverdeep.net
:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
(c) 2005 Riverdeep. All rights reserved.
*******************************
Thurs., June 23, 2005 - Children's Book Council
---------Forwarded Message--------
Hi! It's Wednesday, March 9, 2005 and time for Language Arts at
ClickSchooling!
Recommended Website:
Children's Book Council
http://www.cbc-books.org/index.html
Today's website was enthusiastically recommended on a homeschool discussion
list and I understand why. The Children's Book Council is a nonprofit trade
association of publishers of trade books and related materials for children
and young adults. Their goal is to enhance public perception of the
importance of reading through creating materials and events to support
literacy and by distributing information about books for children and young
people. The site has tons of information and resources that make it easy for
parents and kids to learn about newly released, age-appropriate books that
they will enjoy, and to learn about favorite authors and illustrators. Let
me warn you right up front that they have recently renovated the website and
so some of the links on the menu yield error messages. Don't be discouraged.
The links that do work lead to great resources that will help you encourage
a love of reading at home, in classrooms, in libraries and bookstores.
When you get to the site you will see the current features including:
-Information about Young People's Poetry Week that takes place April 11-17
in 2005.
-The FREE online CBC Magazine showcasing March as Women's History Month and
offering recommendations on reading material from picture books to novels
about women and their roles in all aspects of American history and culture.
Don't miss the "Meet The Author" article that offers an interview with the
author of a new book, Wings and Rockets: The Story of Women in Air and
Space.
-Hot Off the Presses offers sneak previews of the newest book titles that
are released each month. Print out the release list and take it with you on
your next trip to the library or book store!
And that's just the beginning of what this site has to offer. Use the menu
on the left side of the screen to navigate the rest of the site. Place your
cursor over each menu title to see a drop-down list of what is included in
each section including information about CBC and their online store,
membership, Children's Book Week, Young People's Poetry Week, CBC Magazine,
career opportunities, how to get your book published, and:
*Author/Illustrator Directory -- Click on this link to find a directory of
authors and illustrators all linked to their very own website! You can have
hours of fun visiting the websites of your personal favorites and many of
them feature interviews and even curriculum tie-ins and activities related
to their books.
*Reading Lists -- A remarkable resource for helping you find the best
"reads" for your family. Here you'll find 7 different reading lists for
young people including teachers' recommendations for the best trade/text
books for social studies and science for grades K-12. In addition, check
out:
-Children's Choices -- 10,000 schoolchildren selected their favorite
books -- find out what they are!
-Not Just for Children Anymore -- Wow! A list of children's book that adults
will enjoy -- and it's separated by subject including: Art & Architecture,
Biographies & History, Fairy Tales/Folktales/Legends, Fantasy, Poetry,
Science & Nature, Classics, and more! Click on a subject of interest and a
new page opens with a list of book titles along with a description of the
contents.
-Books To Grow On -- Classic books for the 0-3 year old set, compiled by
members of the American Library Association.
-75 Authors/Illustrators Everyone Should Know -- A book list designed to
introduce children and adults to newer books in the field of children's
literature separated into titles for Pre-K-K, Grades 1-3, Grades 3-6, and
Grades 6-8.
There is so much more at this site -- but this should whet your appetite for
a visit. Bookmark it. You'll want to return here often.
Diane Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2005, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com
Hi! It's Wednesday, March 9, 2005 and time for Language Arts at
ClickSchooling!
Recommended Website:
Children's Book Council
http://www.cbc-books.org/index.html
Today's website was enthusiastically recommended on a homeschool discussion
list and I understand why. The Children's Book Council is a nonprofit trade
association of publishers of trade books and related materials for children
and young adults. Their goal is to enhance public perception of the
importance of reading through creating materials and events to support
literacy and by distributing information about books for children and young
people. The site has tons of information and resources that make it easy for
parents and kids to learn about newly released, age-appropriate books that
they will enjoy, and to learn about favorite authors and illustrators. Let
me warn you right up front that they have recently renovated the website and
so some of the links on the menu yield error messages. Don't be discouraged.
The links that do work lead to great resources that will help you encourage
a love of reading at home, in classrooms, in libraries and bookstores.
When you get to the site you will see the current features including:
-Information about Young People's Poetry Week that takes place April 11-17
in 2005.
-The FREE online CBC Magazine showcasing March as Women's History Month and
offering recommendations on reading material from picture books to novels
about women and their roles in all aspects of American history and culture.
Don't miss the "Meet The Author" article that offers an interview with the
author of a new book, Wings and Rockets: The Story of Women in Air and
Space.
-Hot Off the Presses offers sneak previews of the newest book titles that
are released each month. Print out the release list and take it with you on
your next trip to the library or book store!
And that's just the beginning of what this site has to offer. Use the menu
on the left side of the screen to navigate the rest of the site. Place your
cursor over each menu title to see a drop-down list of what is included in
each section including information about CBC and their online store,
membership, Children's Book Week, Young People's Poetry Week, CBC Magazine,
career opportunities, how to get your book published, and:
*Author/Illustrator Directory -- Click on this link to find a directory of
authors and illustrators all linked to their very own website! You can have
hours of fun visiting the websites of your personal favorites and many of
them feature interviews and even curriculum tie-ins and activities related
to their books.
*Reading Lists -- A remarkable resource for helping you find the best
"reads" for your family. Here you'll find 7 different reading lists for
young people including teachers' recommendations for the best trade/text
books for social studies and science for grades K-12. In addition, check
out:
-Children's Choices -- 10,000 schoolchildren selected their favorite
books -- find out what they are!
-Not Just for Children Anymore -- Wow! A list of children's book that adults
will enjoy -- and it's separated by subject including: Art & Architecture,
Biographies & History, Fairy Tales/Folktales/Legends, Fantasy, Poetry,
Science & Nature, Classics, and more! Click on a subject of interest and a
new page opens with a list of book titles along with a description of the
contents.
-Books To Grow On -- Classic books for the 0-3 year old set, compiled by
members of the American Library Association.
-75 Authors/Illustrators Everyone Should Know -- A book list designed to
introduce children and adults to newer books in the field of children's
literature separated into titles for Pre-K-K, Grades 1-3, Grades 3-6, and
Grades 6-8.
There is so much more at this site -- but this should whet your appetite for
a visit. Bookmark it. You'll want to return here often.
Diane Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2005, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Wed., June 22, 2005 - Mama Lisa's World
Taken From:
Date Sent: Saturday, March 12, 2005 9:28 PM
Subject: Weekly Teacher Tip Newsletter Issue # 248
Featured Sites of the Week:
Mama Lisa's World
http://www.mamalisa.com/world/
Mama Lisa's World, home of the internet's largest collection of
international children’s songs and nursery rhymes
Date Sent: Saturday, March 12, 2005 9:28 PM
Subject: Weekly Teacher Tip Newsletter Issue # 248
Featured Sites of the Week:
Mama Lisa's World
http://www.mamalisa.com/world/
Mama Lisa's World, home of the internet's largest collection of
international children’s songs and nursery rhymes
Wed., June 22, 2005 - Martha Graham: A Dancer's Journal
Taken From:
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/11/2005 - Updated 10:14 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-11-hotsites.htm
A Dancer's Journal
http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/marthagraham/
A presentation of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in honor of Martha Graham’s legendary company, this elaborate Flash site gives an idea of how a dancer develops a part within the company – analyzing her roles, learning the choreography, exploring the history of the pieces and the company, and bringing it all together onstage. Particularly recommended for those who know a young one with terpsichorean aspirations. — HSS
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/ previously posted. – Phyllis ]
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
USA Today Web Guide Hot Sites
03/11/2005 - Updated 10:14 AM ET
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/webguide/hotsites/2005/2005-03-11-hotsites.htm
A Dancer's Journal
http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/marthagraham/
A presentation of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in honor of Martha Graham’s legendary company, this elaborate Flash site gives an idea of how a dancer develops a part within the company – analyzing her roles, learning the choreography, exploring the history of the pieces and the company, and bringing it all together onstage. Particularly recommended for those who know a young one with terpsichorean aspirations. — HSS
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/ previously posted. – Phyllis ]
Copyright 2005 USA TODAY
Wed., June 22, 2005 - Classical Music & Composers
Taken From:
Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:19:46 -0500 (EST)
Date: Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:17:04 -0500
From: Julie Feenaughty
Subject: [LM_NET] Hit: Composer research webpages for 7th grade General Music
class
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
Here is the hit that several people requested.
[NOTE: Sites not checked. Some were previously posted. – Phyllis ]
…music teacher does a research project and has some links on her page
that might be useful...
http://www.websterschools.org/classrooms/mrs%5Fjones/stylinks.html
[Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ckrct ]
Try
http://www.shambles.net/music/ and click on the "Composers" link
Try lii.org
http://lii.org/search?m=3Dp&query=composers&searchtype=keywords
This page is on Classical Music, but I found a ton of links off of it,http://www.42explore.com/classmus.htm
Not sure if she wants classical, or composers of other types of music,
there are also sites on rock and roll and jazz musicians on
http://www.42explore.com/topic.htm
This site was recommended earlier this year: http://www.classiccat.net/
I would recommend the Naxos site
Naxos Classicals Learning Zone Composers
http://www.naxos.com/mainsite/default.asp?pn=3DComposers
Short biographies on composers, plus a discography of recordings from
the Naxos label.
http://www.classical.net/
http://www.isd77.k12.mn.us/resources/staffpages/shirk/k12.music.html
http://www.wpe.com/~musici/
http://www.menc.org/
http://www.menc.org/guides/miosm/MIOSMFront.html
Thank you,
Julie Feenaughty, Librarian
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Date: Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:17:04 -0500
From: Julie Feenaughty
Subject: [LM_NET] Hit: Composer research webpages for 7th grade General Music
class
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
Here is the hit that several people requested.
[NOTE: Sites not checked. Some were previously posted. – Phyllis ]
…music teacher does a research project and has some links on her page
that might be useful...
http://www.websterschools.org/classrooms/mrs%5Fjones/stylinks.html
[Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ckrct ]
Try
http://www.shambles.net/music/ and click on the "Composers" link
Try lii.org
http://lii.org/search?m=3Dp&query=composers&searchtype=keywords
This page is on Classical Music, but I found a ton of links off of it,http://www.42explore.com/classmus.htm
Not sure if she wants classical, or composers of other types of music,
there are also sites on rock and roll and jazz musicians on
http://www.42explore.com/topic.htm
This site was recommended earlier this year: http://www.classiccat.net/
I would recommend the Naxos site
Naxos Classicals Learning Zone Composers
http://www.naxos.com/mainsite/default.asp?pn=3DComposers
Short biographies on composers, plus a discography of recordings from
the Naxos label.
http://www.classical.net/
http://www.isd77.k12.mn.us/resources/staffpages/shirk/k12.music.html
http://www.wpe.com/~musici/
http://www.menc.org/
http://www.menc.org/guides/miosm/MIOSMFront.html
Thank you,
Julie Feenaughty, Librarian
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Wed., June 22, 2005 - Classical Music & Composers
Taken From:
Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:19:46 -0500 (EST)
Date: Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:17:04 -0500
From: Julie Feenaughty
Subject: [LM_NET] Hit: Composer research webpages for 7th grade General Music
class
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
Here is the hit that several people requested.
[NOTE: Sites not checked. Some were previously posted. – Phyllis ]
…music teacher does a research project and has some links on her page
that might be useful...
http://www.websterschools.org/classrooms/mrs%5Fjones/stylinks.html
[Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ckrct ]
Try
http://www.shambles.net/music/ and click on the "Composers" link
Try lii.org
http://lii.org/search?m=3Dp&query=composers&searchtype=keywords
This page is on Classical Music, but I found a ton of links off of it,http://www.42explore.com/classmus.htm
Not sure if she wants classical, or composers of other types of music,
there are also sites on rock and roll and jazz musicians on
http://www.42explore.com/topic.htm
This site was recommended earlier this year: http://www.classiccat.net/
I would recommend the Naxos site
Naxos Classicals Learning Zone Composers
http://www.naxos.com/mainsite/default.asp?pn=3DComposers
Short biographies on composers, plus a discography of recordings from
the Naxos label.
http://www.classical.net/
http://www.isd77.k12.mn.us/resources/staffpages/shirk/k12.music.html
http://www.wpe.com/~musici/
http://www.menc.org/
http://www.menc.org/guides/miosm/MIOSMFront.html
Thank you,
Julie Feenaughty, Librarian
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Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:19:46 -0500 (EST)
Date: Tue, 08 Mar 2005 12:17:04 -0500
From: Julie Feenaughty
Subject: [LM_NET] Hit: Composer research webpages for 7th grade General Music
class
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
Here is the hit that several people requested.
[NOTE: Sites not checked. Some were previously posted. – Phyllis ]
…music teacher does a research project and has some links on her page
that might be useful...
http://www.websterschools.org/classrooms/mrs%5Fjones/stylinks.html
[Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ckrct ]
Try
http://www.shambles.net/music/ and click on the "Composers" link
Try lii.org
http://lii.org/search?m=3Dp&query=composers&searchtype=keywords
This page is on Classical Music, but I found a ton of links off of it,http://www.42explore.com/classmus.htm
Not sure if she wants classical, or composers of other types of music,
there are also sites on rock and roll and jazz musicians on
http://www.42explore.com/topic.htm
This site was recommended earlier this year: http://www.classiccat.net/
I would recommend the Naxos site
Naxos Classicals Learning Zone Composers
http://www.naxos.com/mainsite/default.asp?pn=3DComposers
Short biographies on composers, plus a discography of recordings from
the Naxos label.
http://www.classical.net/
http://www.isd77.k12.mn.us/resources/staffpages/shirk/k12.music.html
http://www.wpe.com/~musici/
http://www.menc.org/
http://www.menc.org/guides/miosm/MIOSMFront.html
Thank you,
Julie Feenaughty, Librarian
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Wed., June 22, 2005 - Carnegie Hall
---------Forwarded Message--------
Hi! It's Friday, June 17, 2005 and time for a Virtual Field Trip at
ClickSchooling!
Recommended Website:
Carnegie Hall - Virtual Tour
http://www.carnegiehall.org/article/the_basics/art_tours.html
For over 100 years, New York City's Carnegie Hall has showcased the world's
finest musical artists—from Tchaikovsky to the Beatles. It has also provided
a stage for theater, dance, and the exchange of ideas. At this website you
can visit Carnegie Hall and learn all about its history including the
artists, politicians, and world figures that have appeared there in over
50,000 events.
When you get to the website, you will be on the "Tours" page. Look for the
words in RED LETTERS that say "virtual visit" and click on them with your
mouse. A new screen opens with a picture of Carnegie Hall and an invitation
to explore the Hall by choosing an entrance on the menu that includes:
*The Lobby -- See the stage, seating areas, and even the cafe!
*Stage Door -- Check out the entrance where artists and other notables enter
and leave the Hall. See what it's like to be on stage, backstage, and in the
wings.
*Visit the Weill Recital Hall and the Zankel Hall as well.
Once you've taken the virtual tour, learn more about the history of Carnegie
Hall by using the interactive timeline at the website. It highlights over
100 years of events at the Hall through text, illustrations and pictures. To
view the historical timeline go to:
http://www.carnegiehall.org/jsps/hallHistory.jsp
Note: You can also download FOR FREE a PDF overview of Carnegie Hall's 100
Years of Excellence. You will see the link right below the timeline.
Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2005, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com
Hi! It's Friday, June 17, 2005 and time for a Virtual Field Trip at
ClickSchooling!
Recommended Website:
Carnegie Hall - Virtual Tour
http://www.carnegiehall.org/article/the_basics/art_tours.html
For over 100 years, New York City's Carnegie Hall has showcased the world's
finest musical artists—from Tchaikovsky to the Beatles. It has also provided
a stage for theater, dance, and the exchange of ideas. At this website you
can visit Carnegie Hall and learn all about its history including the
artists, politicians, and world figures that have appeared there in over
50,000 events.
When you get to the website, you will be on the "Tours" page. Look for the
words in RED LETTERS that say "virtual visit" and click on them with your
mouse. A new screen opens with a picture of Carnegie Hall and an invitation
to explore the Hall by choosing an entrance on the menu that includes:
*The Lobby -- See the stage, seating areas, and even the cafe!
*Stage Door -- Check out the entrance where artists and other notables enter
and leave the Hall. See what it's like to be on stage, backstage, and in the
wings.
*Visit the Weill Recital Hall and the Zankel Hall as well.
Once you've taken the virtual tour, learn more about the history of Carnegie
Hall by using the interactive timeline at the website. It highlights over
100 years of events at the Hall through text, illustrations and pictures. To
view the historical timeline go to:
http://www.carnegiehall.org/jsps/hallHistory.jsp
Note: You can also download FOR FREE a PDF overview of Carnegie Hall's 100
Years of Excellence. You will see the link right below the timeline.
Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2005, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Tues., June 21, 2005
Taken From:
ConnectEng
March 13, 2005
1. New Pages
* Creative Nonfiction
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/cnf.html
Definition and strategies for this developing genre.
* Robert Browning
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/browning.html
Lesson plans and ideas for teaching a variety of Browning's poems.
* Seamus Heaney
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/heaney.html
Lesson plans, biography, and links to some online poems.
* Ken Kesey
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/kesey.html
Ideas for teaching the novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
------------------------------------------------------
2. Sites to Check Out
* Dylan Thomas Boathouse
http://www.dylanthomasboathouse.com
Follow the links to lesson plans for poetry and other works.
* Seeing Ear Theatre
http://www.scifi.com/set/playhouse/
The SciFi Channel makes audio streaming of stories available online.
Choices include adaptations of classics like Brave New World and
sorry, Wrong Number, as well as original scripts. Access requires
RealPlayer.
-------------------------
Carla Beard
Web English Teacher
http://www.webenglishteacher.com
This newsletter is copyright 2005, Web English Teacher.
ConnectEng
March 13, 2005
1. New Pages
* Creative Nonfiction
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/cnf.html
Definition and strategies for this developing genre.
* Robert Browning
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/browning.html
Lesson plans and ideas for teaching a variety of Browning's poems.
* Seamus Heaney
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/heaney.html
Lesson plans, biography, and links to some online poems.
* Ken Kesey
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/kesey.html
Ideas for teaching the novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
------------------------------------------------------
2. Sites to Check Out
* Dylan Thomas Boathouse
http://www.dylanthomasboathouse.com
Follow the links to lesson plans for poetry and other works.
* Seeing Ear Theatre
http://www.scifi.com/set/playhouse/
The SciFi Channel makes audio streaming of stories available online.
Choices include adaptations of classics like Brave New World and
sorry, Wrong Number, as well as original scripts. Access requires
RealPlayer.
-------------------------
Carla Beard
Web English Teacher
http://www.webenglishteacher.com
This newsletter is copyright 2005, Web English Teacher.
Tues., June 21, 2005 - Tennessee Williams / Perspectives: drama study guides
Taken From:
Today in Literature
TinL Newsletter March 10, 2005
Tennessee Williams
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/tennessee.williams.asp
A Streetcar Named Desire: The Playwright (Hippodrome State Theatre)
http://www.thehipp.org/scarperspect.html
A useful resource for younger students which features a concise biography, and information about characters and setting, poetic references, and topics for classroom discussion
[NOTE: Perspectives (Hippodrome State Theatre Study Guides)
Past Perspectives
http://www.thehipp.org/perspect.html
Newer Perspectives:
http://thehipp.org/perspectives/perspectives.htm
“Perspectives is a tool for teachers and students that allows a further understanding
of the plays and the story's surrounding themes.” – Phyllis ]
Fifty Years of "Desire"
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/entertainment/july-dec97/streetcar_11-11.html
1997 transcript from PBS NewsHour which offers a synopsis and commentary on A Streetcar Named Desire, and a discussion about the enduring nature of the play and the playwright:
Tennessee Williams - Essays
http://www.etsu.edu/haleyd/index.htm#TW
Offers articles, literary analysis of the playwright's life and works
Links to More Williams Information
http://www.etsu.edu/haleyd/WmsLinks.html
The Mississippi Writer's Page (Ole Miss)
http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/english/ms-writers/dir/williams_tennessee/
Offers a biography, a bibliography of works by and about the writer (including recent literary criticism and analysis), links, and Williams-related news.
[NOTE: Home page http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/english/ms-writers/ previously posted. – Phyllis ]
Copyright 2000-2005. Today in Literature. All rights reserved.
Today in Literature
TinL Newsletter March 10, 2005
Tennessee Williams
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/tennessee.williams.asp
A Streetcar Named Desire: The Playwright (Hippodrome State Theatre)
http://www.thehipp.org/scarperspect.html
A useful resource for younger students which features a concise biography, and information about characters and setting, poetic references, and topics for classroom discussion
[NOTE: Perspectives (Hippodrome State Theatre Study Guides)
Past Perspectives
http://www.thehipp.org/perspect.html
Newer Perspectives:
http://thehipp.org/perspectives/perspectives.htm
“Perspectives is a tool for teachers and students that allows a further understanding
of the plays and the story's surrounding themes.” – Phyllis ]
Fifty Years of "Desire"
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/entertainment/july-dec97/streetcar_11-11.html
1997 transcript from PBS NewsHour which offers a synopsis and commentary on A Streetcar Named Desire, and a discussion about the enduring nature of the play and the playwright:
Tennessee Williams - Essays
http://www.etsu.edu/haleyd/index.htm#TW
Offers articles, literary analysis of the playwright's life and works
Links to More Williams Information
http://www.etsu.edu/haleyd/WmsLinks.html
The Mississippi Writer's Page (Ole Miss)
http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/english/ms-writers/dir/williams_tennessee/
Offers a biography, a bibliography of works by and about the writer (including recent literary criticism and analysis), links, and Williams-related news.
[NOTE: Home page http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/english/ms-writers/ previously posted. – Phyllis ]
Copyright 2000-2005. Today in Literature. All rights reserved.
Tues., June 21, 2005 - Thomas Wolfe / Sherwood Anderson
Taken From:
Today In Literature Newsletter - 03/08/05
Thomas Wolfe
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/thomas.wolfe.asp
The Thomas Wolfe Website
http://library.uncwil.edu/wolfe/wolfe.html
Offers a biography, photo gallery, extensive bibliography, and links to related publications, historical societies, and collections.
Thomas Wolfe Memorial - Ashville, North Carolina
http://www.wolfememorial.com/author.htm
Find a biography, timeline of events in the author's life, information about his extended family, and bibliography. Also includes information about the on-going restoration of Dixieland to repair damage caused by an arsonist in 1998.
****
Sherwood Anderson
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/sherwood.anderson.asp
Sherwood Anderson Literary Center
http://www.sherwoodanderson.org/
Offers a brief biography, bibliography, and links to biographies, literary criticism and analysis, image galleries, and academic resources.
*****
Today In Literature Newsletter - 03/08/05
Thomas Wolfe
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/thomas.wolfe.asp
The Thomas Wolfe Website
http://library.uncwil.edu/wolfe/wolfe.html
Offers a biography, photo gallery, extensive bibliography, and links to related publications, historical societies, and collections.
Thomas Wolfe Memorial - Ashville, North Carolina
http://www.wolfememorial.com/author.htm
Find a biography, timeline of events in the author's life, information about his extended family, and bibliography. Also includes information about the on-going restoration of Dixieland to repair damage caused by an arsonist in 1998.
****
Sherwood Anderson
http://www.todayinliterature.com/biography/sherwood.anderson.asp
Sherwood Anderson Literary Center
http://www.sherwoodanderson.org/
Offers a brief biography, bibliography, and links to biographies, literary criticism and analysis, image galleries, and academic resources.
*****
Tues., June 21, 2005
Taken From:
Date Sent: Monday, March 07, 2005 6:30 PM
Subject: Issue 126, Internet resources newsletter
http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn126/irn126.html
EM Collection
http://www.emteachline.com/links/
This is a collection of links to the Internet resources related to mathematics and teaching in mathematics. The purpose of Collection is to facilitate searching the Internet for math-related sites.
Math links Education-related sites
http://www.emteachline.com/links/links10_3.htm
Math History
http://www.emteachline.com/links/links5.htm
National Burns Collection (Robert Burns)
http://www.burnsscotland.com/
“Discover Burns close-up through our on-line gallery, virtual tours of the homes and haunts of the poet, and a wealth of poetry and songs. You’ll also find resources for the classroom, links to Burns organisations, and information on caring for Burns artifacts.”
Subject Finder
http://bb.1asphost.com/subjectfinder/default.asp
Subject Finder is developed by Ethiopian Treasures to help students, teachers and lecturers find educational websites easily without being overwhelmed with a large number of search results. It is designed to search only educational websites which contain tutorials, learning and teaching materials such as Accounting, Arts and Design, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computing, Construction, Counselling, Economics, Electronics, Engineering, Geography, Health, History, Law, Languages, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Reference, Science, Social Science, Sociology, Travel, etc.
Tieteen linkkitalo - Science Linkhouse
http://www.linkkitalo.fi/SPT--Home.php
Science Linkhouse is a multi subject gateway covering areas from culture, language and education to natural sciences.
[Select: English]
2005 Heriot-Watt University
Date Sent: Monday, March 07, 2005 6:30 PM
Subject: Issue 126, Internet resources newsletter
http://www.hw.ac.uk/libwww/irn/irn126/irn126.html
EM Collection
http://www.emteachline.com/links/
This is a collection of links to the Internet resources related to mathematics and teaching in mathematics. The purpose of Collection is to facilitate searching the Internet for math-related sites.
Math links Education-related sites
http://www.emteachline.com/links/links10_3.htm
Math History
http://www.emteachline.com/links/links5.htm
National Burns Collection (Robert Burns)
http://www.burnsscotland.com/
“Discover Burns close-up through our on-line gallery, virtual tours of the homes and haunts of the poet, and a wealth of poetry and songs. You’ll also find resources for the classroom, links to Burns organisations, and information on caring for Burns artifacts.”
Subject Finder
http://bb.1asphost.com/subjectfinder/default.asp
Subject Finder is developed by Ethiopian Treasures to help students, teachers and lecturers find educational websites easily without being overwhelmed with a large number of search results. It is designed to search only educational websites which contain tutorials, learning and teaching materials such as Accounting, Arts and Design, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computing, Construction, Counselling, Economics, Electronics, Engineering, Geography, Health, History, Law, Languages, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Reference, Science, Social Science, Sociology, Travel, etc.
Tieteen linkkitalo - Science Linkhouse
http://www.linkkitalo.fi/SPT--Home.php
Science Linkhouse is a multi subject gateway covering areas from culture, language and education to natural sciences.
[Select: English]
2005 Heriot-Watt University
Monday, June 20, 2005
Mon., June 20, 2005
Taken From:
ResourceShelf Newsletter
http://www.resourceshelf.com
Number 203
ISSN 1746-563X March 3, 2005
Criminal Justice System--United States
Source: U.S. DoJ, Bureau of Justice Statistics
Criminal Justice System Flowchart
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/flowchart.htm
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/pub/pdf/cjsflowco.pdf
"This flowchart of the events in the criminal justice system updates the original chart prepared by the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice in 1967. Accompanied by a clarifying text description, the chart summarizes the most common events in the criminal and juvenile justice systems including entry into the criminal justice system, prosecution and pretrial services, adjudication, sentencing and sanctions, and corrections. Electronic files of both full color and black and white versions of the chart are available for downloading." Both color and black & white versions in PDF and EPS format. Or you can order a wall poster. This is very cool.
Education--United States--Statistics
Source: NCES
New Data Tool -- State Education Data Profiles
http://nces.ed.gov/programs/stateprofiles/
"Search for statewide information in elementary/secondary education, postsecondary
education and selected demographics for all states in the U.S. Besides being able to get state data you will also get data on U.S. averages and the ability to graph the results." [NOTE: After you elect your state/states, click on expand data listing for additional statistics. - Phyllis ]
Gary Price
Editor, ResourceShelf
ResourceShelf Newsletter
http://www.resourceshelf.com
Number 203
ISSN 1746-563X March 3, 2005
Criminal Justice System--United States
Source: U.S. DoJ, Bureau of Justice Statistics
Criminal Justice System Flowchart
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/flowchart.htm
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/pub/pdf/cjsflowco.pdf
"This flowchart of the events in the criminal justice system updates the original chart prepared by the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice in 1967. Accompanied by a clarifying text description, the chart summarizes the most common events in the criminal and juvenile justice systems including entry into the criminal justice system, prosecution and pretrial services, adjudication, sentencing and sanctions, and corrections. Electronic files of both full color and black and white versions of the chart are available for downloading." Both color and black & white versions in PDF and EPS format. Or you can order a wall poster. This is very cool.
Education--United States--Statistics
Source: NCES
New Data Tool -- State Education Data Profiles
http://nces.ed.gov/programs/stateprofiles/
"Search for statewide information in elementary/secondary education, postsecondary
education and selected demographics for all states in the U.S. Besides being able to get state data you will also get data on U.S. averages and the ability to graph the results." [NOTE: After you elect your state/states, click on expand data listing for additional statistics. - Phyllis ]
Gary Price
Editor, ResourceShelf
Mon., June 20, 2005
Taken From:
The World Almanac E-Newsletter - March 2005
http://www.worldalmanac.com/200503WAE-Newsletter.html
Van Gogh Museum
http://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/bisrd/top-1-1.html
…the Netherlands of the 1880s, where Vincent Van Gogh took up painting, and created an incredible body of work in just one decade. Van Gogh, who suffered from mental illness which led to suicide, is considered one of the greatest painters in European history. To learn more about Van Gogh visit: http://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/bisrd/top-1-1.html.
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Gang Land
http://www.ganglandnews.com/gigante.htm.
Vincent "The Chin" Gigante head of the Genovese crime family in New York City, avoided prosecution in the 1980s by acting insane; he wandered around the streets in his bathrobe, mumbling to himself and grinning. He dropped the act once he was convicted of 41 racketeering and conspiracy charges. To learn more about "The Chin" visit:
[Home Page: http://www.ganglandnews.com/index.html ]
History Buff
http://www.historybuff.com/audio/index.html
For those of us too young to remember first-hand the explosion of the Hindenburg, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, or Martin Luther King delivering his “I Have a Dream” speech, the following site http://www.historybuff.com/audio/index.html offers audio files for these and several other noteworthy events. One interesting recording is of P.T. Barnum, talking to future generations, 105 years ago!
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
© World Almanac Education Group
The World Almanac E-Newsletter - March 2005
http://www.worldalmanac.com/200503WAE-Newsletter.html
Van Gogh Museum
http://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/bisrd/top-1-1.html
…the Netherlands of the 1880s, where Vincent Van Gogh took up painting, and created an incredible body of work in just one decade. Van Gogh, who suffered from mental illness which led to suicide, is considered one of the greatest painters in European history. To learn more about Van Gogh visit: http://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/bisrd/top-1-1.html.
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Gang Land
http://www.ganglandnews.com/gigante.htm.
Vincent "The Chin" Gigante head of the Genovese crime family in New York City, avoided prosecution in the 1980s by acting insane; he wandered around the streets in his bathrobe, mumbling to himself and grinning. He dropped the act once he was convicted of 41 racketeering and conspiracy charges. To learn more about "The Chin" visit:
[Home Page: http://www.ganglandnews.com/index.html ]
History Buff
http://www.historybuff.com/audio/index.html
For those of us too young to remember first-hand the explosion of the Hindenburg, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, or Martin Luther King delivering his “I Have a Dream” speech, the following site http://www.historybuff.com/audio/index.html offers audio files for these and several other noteworthy events. One interesting recording is of P.T. Barnum, talking to future generations, 105 years ago!
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
© World Almanac Education Group
Mon., June 20, 2005 - Artists
Taken From:
Riverdeep's Classroom Flyer, Friday, June 10th, 2005
From Riverdeep, online at: http://www.riverdeep.net/
STEP INTO THE ARTIST'S WORLD:
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/artists.asp
Meet artists across space and time and learn how they viewed their
world with these interactive exhibits from the Met in New York.
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.metmuseum.org previously posted.
See Also: Themes and Cultures
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/themes.asp
“Explore in-depth features on select Met galleries, past exhibitions, and a
variety of other topics.” – from the web site. – Phyllis ]
Brenda Barron, Editor
classroomflyer@riverdeep.net
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(c) 2005 Riverdeep. All rights reserved.
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Riverdeep's Classroom Flyer, Friday, June 10th, 2005
From Riverdeep, online at: http://www.riverdeep.net/
STEP INTO THE ARTIST'S WORLD:
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/artists.asp
Meet artists across space and time and learn how they viewed their
world with these interactive exhibits from the Met in New York.
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.metmuseum.org previously posted.
See Also: Themes and Cultures
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/themes.asp
“Explore in-depth features on select Met galleries, past exhibitions, and a
variety of other topics.” – from the web site. – Phyllis ]
Brenda Barron, Editor
classroomflyer@riverdeep.net
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(c) 2005 Riverdeep. All rights reserved.
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Mon., June 20, 2005
Taken From:
TechLearning News – March 22, 2005 - No. 12
Site of the Day Archives
http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/archive.jhtml
http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=60402905
Multimedia Math Glossary
http://www.hbschool.com/glossary/math2/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Harcourt School Publishers offers an informative and interactive glossary of math terms for grades K-6. Just choose a grade level, choose a math term from the list, and get a concise definition, often accompanied by an interactive illustration and pop-up definitions of related terms.
Author/Publisher:
Harcourt School Publishers
Website Content:
Learning Games
Pictures and/or Illustrations
Grade Appropriate:
Middle School Elementary School
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http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=60402931
National Museum of Women in the Arts
http://www.nmwa.org/collection/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
This link brings to you the permanent collection of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Thre are images of the artwork plus biographies and profiles, organized by century. You can search for a particular female artist as well. This is a great comprehensive resource to use for Women's History Month.
Author/Publisher:
National Museum of Women in the Arts
Website Content:
Pictures and/or Illustrations
Biographical Information
Grade Appropriate:
High School Middle School
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TechLearning News – March 22, 2005 - No. 12
Site of the Day Archives
http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/archive.jhtml
http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=60402905
Multimedia Math Glossary
http://www.hbschool.com/glossary/math2/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Harcourt School Publishers offers an informative and interactive glossary of math terms for grades K-6. Just choose a grade level, choose a math term from the list, and get a concise definition, often accompanied by an interactive illustration and pop-up definitions of related terms.
Author/Publisher:
Harcourt School Publishers
Website Content:
Learning Games
Pictures and/or Illustrations
Grade Appropriate:
Middle School Elementary School
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http://www.techlearning.com/webpicks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=60402931
National Museum of Women in the Arts
http://www.nmwa.org/collection/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
This link brings to you the permanent collection of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Thre are images of the artwork plus biographies and profiles, organized by century. You can search for a particular female artist as well. This is a great comprehensive resource to use for Women's History Month.
Author/Publisher:
National Museum of Women in the Arts
Website Content:
Pictures and/or Illustrations
Biographical Information
Grade Appropriate:
High School Middle School
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Sunday, June 19, 2005
Sun., June 19, 2005
Taken From:
Don's Patch Issue #2005-03-15
from http://www.don-guitar.com
Essential Principles of Economics: A Hypermedia Text (2005)
http://william-king.www.drexel.edu/top/prin/txt/EcoToC.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. Site updated. - Phyllis ]
Library of Economics and Liberty
http://www.econlib.org/index.html
The Concise Encyclopedia of Economics (CEE)
http://www.econlib.org/library/CEE.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Recommended Links
http://www.econlib.org/library/links.html
A Web of English History
http://www.historyhome.co.uk/
[NOTE: Previously posted. URL updated. – Phyllis ]
Daily Living in the Viking Age
http://www.hurstwic.org/history/text/history.htm
Mules are very interesting, and useful, animals.
http://www.imh.org/imh/bw/mule.html
[NOTE: Other pages from The International Museum of the Horse
http://www.imh.org/imh/exh1.html previously posted. – Phyllis ]
An extensive directory of definitions for acronyms.
http://www.oclc.org/research/reference/acronyms/default.htm
Don's Patch Issue #2005-03-15
from http://www.don-guitar.com
Essential Principles of Economics: A Hypermedia Text (2005)
http://william-king.www.drexel.edu/top/prin/txt/EcoToC.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. Site updated. - Phyllis ]
Library of Economics and Liberty
http://www.econlib.org/index.html
The Concise Encyclopedia of Economics (CEE)
http://www.econlib.org/library/CEE.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Recommended Links
http://www.econlib.org/library/links.html
A Web of English History
http://www.historyhome.co.uk/
[NOTE: Previously posted. URL updated. – Phyllis ]
Daily Living in the Viking Age
http://www.hurstwic.org/history/text/history.htm
Mules are very interesting, and useful, animals.
http://www.imh.org/imh/bw/mule.html
[NOTE: Other pages from The International Museum of the Horse
http://www.imh.org/imh/exh1.html previously posted. – Phyllis ]
An extensive directory of definitions for acronyms.
http://www.oclc.org/research/reference/acronyms/default.htm
Sun., June 19, 2005 - Banking on Our Future / Engineering Girl
Taken From:
Date Sent: Sunday, March 06, 2005 9:38 AM
Subject: ed.tech@lake weekly newsletter #75
Banking on our Futurehttp://www.bankingonourfuture.org/default.htm
Skills students learn early on through the practice of good moneymanagement will serve them for the remainder of their life. Studentscan learn about banking basics, savings and checking accounts,budgeting, credit and investing at this highly interactive site. Thereare age-appropriate sections for younger (grades 4 - 5) and older(grades 6 - 8) students, as well as a section for high school students.Visit the assessment section to put all of the new knowledge to gooduse. [NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Engineer Girl
http://www.engineergirl.org/nae/cwe/egmain.nsf/?Opendatabase
This is an important site for young women today. Only 9% of the
engineers in the US are women and women earn only 20% of engineering
degrees. This fact is a problem if women are to make significant gains
in our future. Engineering is problem solving and applying scientific
knowledge to create new and better things and ways of doing. It saves
and improves people’s lives. Visit this site and have young women visit
it to find out how they can enter this field.
Date Sent: Sunday, March 06, 2005 9:38 AM
Subject: ed.tech@lake weekly newsletter #75
Banking on our Futurehttp://www.bankingonourfuture.org/default.htm
Skills students learn early on through the practice of good moneymanagement will serve them for the remainder of their life. Studentscan learn about banking basics, savings and checking accounts,budgeting, credit and investing at this highly interactive site. Thereare age-appropriate sections for younger (grades 4 - 5) and older(grades 6 - 8) students, as well as a section for high school students.Visit the assessment section to put all of the new knowledge to gooduse. [NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Engineer Girl
http://www.engineergirl.org/nae/cwe/egmain.nsf/?Opendatabase
This is an important site for young women today. Only 9% of the
engineers in the US are women and women earn only 20% of engineering
degrees. This fact is a problem if women are to make significant gains
in our future. Engineering is problem solving and applying scientific
knowledge to create new and better things and ways of doing. It saves
and improves people’s lives. Visit this site and have young women visit
it to find out how they can enter this field.
Sun., June 19, 2005 - Sites to See: Economics
Taken From:
Education World Site Reviews
Volume 9, Issue 9
March 01, 2005
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SPECIAL THIS WEEK: SITES TO SEE
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Sites to See: Economics
Economics sites help students learn to be smarter consumers, savers, and investors. The sites provide interactive activities, lesson plans, games, curriculum materials, articles, and other resources for teaching and learning about economics.
http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/sites/sites056.shtml
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Education World®
http://www.educationworld.com/
Education World Site Reviews
Volume 9, Issue 9
March 01, 2005
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SPECIAL THIS WEEK: SITES TO SEE
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Sites to See: Economics
Economics sites help students learn to be smarter consumers, savers, and investors. The sites provide interactive activities, lesson plans, games, curriculum materials, articles, and other resources for teaching and learning about economics.
http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/sites/sites056.shtml
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Education World®
http://www.educationworld.com/
Sun., June 19, 2005 - Comparing Costs of Living
Taken From:
Date: Fri, 18 Feb 2005 12:28:47 -0600
From: Chris Evans
Subject: [LM_NET] HIT: A second hit for comparing costs of living.
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
A second hit for comparing costs of living
http://www.sensato.com/1921/01cpi.htm
http://www.aier.org/colcalc.html
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From: Chris Evans
Subject: [LM_NET] HIT: A second hit for comparing costs of living.
Sender: School Library Media & Network Communications
A second hit for comparing costs of living
http://www.sensato.com/1921/01cpi.htm
http://www.aier.org/colcalc.html
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