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Raoul Wallenberg
Brief biography of Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish businessman who volunteered to travel to Budapest during World War II to save the lives of Jews threatened by the Nazis. He was arrested by Soviet troops in 1945 and disappeared. Wallenberg was made an Honorary Citizen of the United States in 1981. From the Jewish Virtual Library.
URL: http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/biography/wallenberg.html
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24150

[NOTE: Home page previously posted.
http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/index.html - Phyllis ]

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The Warsaw Rising Museum
Website for this Warsaw, Poland, museum that conducts "research and teaching activities directly related to the Warsaw 1944 Rising and to the legacy of the Polish Underground State." Features history of the events surrounding the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising during World War II and the Holocaust, and details about the museum's exhibitions and activities. In English and Polish.
URL: http://www.1944.pl/index.php?lang=en&lang_time=1%20
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Teaching Resource
EDInfo@listserv.ed.gov
Date: Tue, 07 Aug 2007

New resources at FREE, the website that makes
teaching resources from federal agencies easier to find:
Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
http://www.free.ed.gov/

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Along the Georgia-Florida Coast
is a travel itinerary that helps us understand key
developments in America's past: encounters between Europeans
and Native Americans, European settlement, plantation
agriculture, and African American culture. Learn about more
than 50 historic forts, churches, plantations, camps,
cemeteries, districts, and monuments. (National Park Service)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1925%20
Direct Link: http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/geo-flor/g-fintro.htm

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Florida Shipwrecks: 300 Years of Maritime History
is a travel itinerary featuring 13 historic shipwrecks in
waters near Florida, a convergence point for maritime trade
routes. Learn about the historical significance of these 13
shipwrecks. See photos and an essay on Florida maritime
history. (National Park Service)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1924
Direct Link: http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/flshipwrecks/intro.htm

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Holocaust Memorial Museum: For Students
offers multipmedia exhibits to help students learn about the
Holocaust. Topics include Kristallnacht, the St. Louis ocean
liner, the rescue of the Jews of Denmark, Oskar Schindler, the
Warsaw ghetto uprising, Father Jacques, the dress of Lola
Rein, Nazi book burnings, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, America's
responses, Arthur Szyk, maps, and children. (Holocaust
Memorial Museum)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1928
Direct Link: http://www.ushmm.org/education/forstudents/activities/
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.ushmm.org/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Biodiversity: It Takes All Kinds to Make a World
invites elementary students to explore biodiversity in a city
park, on an island, and in a desert. Learn about 10 species
whose habitats are in danger, a conservation project in
Africa, and where in the world various foods we eat come from.
(American Museum of Natural History, National Aeronautics and
Space Administration)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1930
Direct Link: http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/it_takes_all_kinds/
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]
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DNA Microarray
is a "virtual lab" of a DNA microarray experiment. Compare
samples of healthy tissue and cancerous tissue as a scientist
would. Learn the basics about DNA and gene expression.
(Genetic Science Learning Center, National Institutes of
Health)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1927
Direct Link: http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/biotech/microarray/
[NOTE: Other pages from http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Arabia Steamboat Museum
http://www.1856.com/
From the site:
“Unbelievable treasures and fascinating history await. Explore our museum and learn how the handsome steamer Arabia prospered on the rivers, perished in 1856 and was finally rediscovered 132 years later, precious cargo intact. This exhibit, in Kansas City, Mo, is many things: history, ingenuity, tragedy, adventure, perseverance, preservation and a tribute to the pioneer spirit.”

Titanic
http://www.surfnetkids.com/titanic.htm
From the site:
“On April 15, 1912, about 400 miles south of Newfoundland, the RMS Titanic hit an iceberg and quickly took on water. 1500 lives were lost when the British luxury liner RMS Titanic sank during its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City. The disaster and the mythology that quickly surrounded the sinking of a modern "unsinkable" marvel are still fascinating today. Learn more at today's Titanic picks.”
Page includes 9 links to related sites (5 Annotated, 4 Honorable Mentions)

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Awareness Watch Newsletter V5N8 August 2007 Announcement

Student Research Resources
August 2007 Zillman Column
http://zillman.blogspot.com/2007/07/august-2007-zillman-column-student.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/37vr3a
From the site:
“The August 2007 Zillman Column is now available and is titled Student Research Resources. This August 2007 column Student Research Resources is a comprehensive list of research resources for students on the Internet including associated and related online sources. These resources and sources will help you to discover the many pathways available to you through the Internet for obtaining and locating the latest research resources and information for students. Download this excellent 21 page free .pdf (728KB) column today.”


Student Research Resources
http://www.studentresearch.info/
From the site:
“Student Research Resources (StudentResearch.info) is a Subject Tracer Blog…It is designed to bring together the latest resources and sources on an ongoing basis from the Internet to aid the student in performing research for their independent research projects as well as undergraduate and graduate subject research which are listed below.”

The Writers’ Workshop
http://www.engl.niu.edu/comskills/
Site includes resources for students, tutors and instructors.
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Literary Devices
http://www.spellingpolice.com/higher/home.html

Proofreaders’ Marks
http://www.spellingpolice.com/higher/proof.html

Sites found in:
Connect-Eng
The newsletter of Web English Teacher
August 10, 2007

1. What’s new at Web English Teacher?

Joan Bauer http://www.webenglishteacher.com/jbauer.html Lesson plans for Hope was Here and other books.

Patricia Reilly Giff http://www.webenglishteacher.com/giff.html Lesson plans for All the Way Home, Pictures of Hollis Woods, more.

Carl Hiaasen http://www.webenglishteacher.com/hiaasen.html Lesson plans for Hoot.

Pam Muñoz Ryan
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/ryan.html
Lesson plans for Esperanza Rising and other books.

Gloria Whelan
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/whelan.html
Lesson plans for Homeless Bird and other books.

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2. Sites to Check Out
Golden Ear
http://goldenear.cmc.edu/ge/
Can you tell if an unfamiliar passage was written by Shakespeare? Try this
test!

Stick Figure Hamlet
http://stickfigurehamlet.com/act1/scene1/page01.html
Even if you don’t teach the Bard, you have to admire this site. It could
also serve as a model for a similar project in YOUR classroom.

Storybase
http://www.storybase.net/
Use drop-down menus to select story components, receive suggestions for a
plot structure. This is a good site for students who "just can't think of
anything" for a story.

How to Tie-Dye
http://www.surfnetkids.com/how_to_tie_dye.htm
From the site:
“Tie-dye is a technique for dying fabric using folds and rubber bands to create patterns by hiding some of the fabric from the dye. The tied fabric can either be dipped into liquid dye, or the dye can be applied directly with squirt bottles or syringes. Being a child of the sixties, it's great fun to see my teenagers interested in making and wearing tie dyes. I hope today's picks inspire you to try your own hand at tie-dye artistry.”
Site includes 9 links to related sites (5 annotated, 4 Honorable Mentions)

How to Draw a Head
http://media.academyart.edu/freeclass/
From the site:
“This free tutorial is provided courtesy of Academy of Art University.”

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The Scout Report
August 10, 2007
Volume 14, Number 30
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070810.php

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Assessing-to-Learn Physics: Project Website
http://a2l.physics.umass.edu/

Based at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, the Physics Education
Research Group is committed to performing "rigorous research into science
education, cognition, and learning." One of their more recent projects was
the "Assessing-to-Learn Physics" initiative, which was designed to look at
the ongoing process of learning physics in the classroom. As such, this site
provides public access to a large library of questions and problems that can
be used in the classroom. First-time visitors may wish to look over the
"About" section, and then proceed to the "Items Library" section. Within
this area, users can select an educational level, pick several keywords, and
then look at the items that are returned from the database. If any of this
is confusing or unclear, they should make use of the "Library Help" area,
which usually can answer any queries that might come up about using the
database. [KMG] [NOTE: For middle school and up. – Phyllis ]

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Conversations about Creativity
http://www.cecilvortex.com/swath/conversations_about_creativity/

For the most part, creative people tend to be rather engaging interview
subjects, and this website corroborates that statement. Located on the Cecil
Vortex site, this site brings together interviews with a wide range of
creative types, including poets, web innovators, choreographers, visual
artists, playwrights, clowns, stand-up comics, and screenwriters. Along the
way, Cecil Vortex asks his interviewees about everything from the creative
process to coping with (or embracing) success. Some of the more notable gems
here are interviews with Dan Piraro (creator of the slightly off-beat
"Pizarro" comic) and Daniel Handler, who is perhaps better known as "Lemony
Snicket". Visitors can also sign up to receive RSS feeds from the site, so
they will always be on top of the latest interview as it is posted online.
[KMG]

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Notable New Yorkers [pdf, Real Player]
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/digital/collections/nny/index.html

Let’s face it: There have been hundreds of "notable" New Yorkers, and
picking even those individuals who grew up in just one of the city's
hundreds of neighborhoods would be hard. Fortunately, the good souls at the
History Research Office of the Columbia University Libraries have plucked
out some great interviews with ten New Yorkers from their rather prodigious
collection. Now, before visitors jump into the interviews, they should take
a look at one (or all three) of Dr. Ronald J. Grele’s background essays
offered up here on the homepage. Dr. Grele is the director emeritus of the
Oral History Research Office and here he comments on the history of the
Office, the list of "Notable New Yorkers", and the social and cultural
milieu of both New York and the entire nation during the time period when
these interviews were conducted in the last five decades of the 20th
century. After these introductions, visitors should go over to the
interviews, which include conversations with noted psychologist Kenneth
Clark, famed publisher and humorist Bennett Cerf, and former New York mayor,
Edward I. Koch. [KMG]

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Human Rights [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/humanrights/

The idea of "human rights" is a relatively new development in history, but
as this website from Britain’s National Archives notes in its discussion of
the long trajectory of struggles for equality and so forth, "We could do
worse than characterizing this history as the struggle for human rights."
This visually compelling online exhibit uses original documents from The
National Archives to take a long view of these struggles and movements.
Visitors can start their journey through the site by picking a time period,
and then reading an introductory essay on the period. Each time period
includes a timeline and links to digitized version of relevant documents,
such as The Poor Act of 1601 and a poster for a Staffordshire coal miners’
union public meeting from 1831. The site is rounded out by a thorough
glossary and a document index. [KMG]

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The Brain Matters [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.thebrainmatters.org/

Understanding how the brain works can be difficult, and understanding how
brain disorders work can be equally as taxing and complex. One nice online
resource for understanding both subjects is "The Brain Matters" site,
created by the American Academy of Neurology Foundation. About a dozen brain
disorders are covered within the site, including epilepsy, brain injury,
Alzheimer's disease, and stroke. For each disorder, visitors can learn about
how the disorder works, its cause, its symptoms, and how it is properly
diagnosed. For some visitors, the most helpful sections may be the
individual "Patient Story" section, which gives visitors the opportunity to
read about the personal experience of an individual who is living with one
of these disorders. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

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The Scout Report
August 3, 2007
Volume 13, Number 30
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070803.php

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Tools for Print Journalists
http://www.concernedjournalists.org/tools/filter/7

An aspiring journalist might ask: “Where can I find some resources on how to
get great anecdotes out of an interview subject?” The short answer is this
fine site, which was created and maintained by the Committee of Concerned
Journalists within the “Tools for Print Journalists” area of their main
site. Although visitors can’t search the various resources, they can scan
through the several hundred resources as they see fit, and there are dozens
of great things to look at here. For example, Pulitzer Prize-winning report
Eric Nalder shares his tips for conducting effective interviews in the
“Loosening Lips” factsheet. Moving on, another resource offers a
journalist’s guide to the Geneva Conventions. Overall, the site is a very
useful resource for journalists of all stripes, and it’s one that journalism
instructors can also use in the classroom. [KMG]

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Flash Fractal Maker [Macromedia Flash Placer]
http://mathdl.maa.org/mathDL/3/?pa=content&sa=viewDocument&nodeId=1571
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2qg82j

While some may know fractals primarily from their use in abstract painting
and African art, fractals are important elements within the world of
mathematics. For those who seek to learn more about the construction of
fractals and their uses, this very nice Flash-enabled feature from Daniel
Gries at Merrimack College will definitely come in handy. This particular
Flash applet draws fractals by means of a recursive algorithm, using a
simple “generator” that users draw in the space that it is provided. Before
using the application, users may wish read the overview offered online, and
also take the time to read the instructions thoroughly. [KMG]
[NOTE: Other pages from http://mathdl.maa.org/mathDL/3/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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The Water Cycle and Global Warming [pdf]
http://www.bioedonline.org/lessons/water-cycle.cfm

The Baylor University College of Medicine continues to work at a furious
pace on their delightful BioEd Online site, and educators everywhere love
them for their work and dedication. Recently, they placed this “ready-to-go”
lessson on the water cycle and global warming online, and it’s a true
delight. As with the other lessons in this series, the materials here
include a brief description of the lesson’s objective, along with
information on the intended audience, the materials required to complete the
lesson, and so on. Teachers will note that they will need to download a
slide set, several activity sheets, and a “State of the Climate Report”
offered from the National Climatic Data Center. [KMG]

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Universcale [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.nikon.co.jp/main/eng/feelnikon/discovery/universcale/index.htm
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/3c998w

Created by Nikon, this website provides a bit of insight into the world of
scale and the equally enigmatic world of comparing and understanding things
which cannot be physically compared. It’s a bit hard to compare the size of
an elephant to say, Saturn, but this visually stimulating site makes it
happen, in a matter of speaking. After a brief introduction, visitors can
use the “Universcale” interface to move in and out of various scales,
ranging from that of the known universe to the microscopic. Along the way,
visitors can also click on the “Help” button to get tips on how to navigate
the graphic interface. It’s pretty easy to imagine that science teachers at
a variety of grade and skill levels could use this site to complement class
lectures and other activities. [KMG]

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Achieving the Dream: Community Colleges Count [pdf]
http://www.achievingthedream.org/

Bringing a more diverse student body into the world of higher education is
important, and a number of organizations have teamed up “to help more
students reach their individual goals, which may include earning a community
college certificate or degree.” The organizations involved with the
“Achieving the Dream” initiative include The American Association of
Community Colleges and The Community College Leadership Program. Visitors to
their site can learn more about this initiative and then learn about various
community college strategies and events across the United States. Moving
along, the “Data and Research” area is a real gem, and visitors can learn
about their research reports and read their monthly newsletter, which
addresses such topics as financial aid and developmental math and science
courses. [KMG]

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UnderCover Artists’ Sketchbooks [Real Player]
http://www.artmuseums.harvard.edu/sketchbooks/

Ever wondered what is in an artist’s sketchbook? Luckily, if you have
wondered just such a thing, the Harvard University Art Museums happen to
have a number of artists’ sketchbooks, and they recently digitized a
selection of these revealing works for this site. The site was designed to
complement a recent in situ exhibition, and visitors can look inside the
sketchbooks of John Singer Sargent, Reginald Marsh, Christopher Wilmarth,
and others. Visitors can start their journey by listening to an audio clip
of the curator, Miriam Stewart, talking about these works, and then can dive
right into the digitized sketchbooks. One sketchbook that should not be
missed is the sketchbook created by Jacques-Louis David for his work, “The
Coronation of Napoleon I”. Visitors can look at both the verso and recto
sides, and within these pages they will find outlines of Josephine,
Napoleon, and such minutiae as the colors and fabrics of their costumes.
[KMG]

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Earthquake Science Explained-A Series of Ten Short Articles for
Students, Teachers, and Families [pdf]
http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/2006/21/gip-21.pdf

That swirling bard of American letters and transcendentalism, Ralph Waldo
Emerson, once opined “We learn geology the morning after the earthquake.”
This need never be the case for educators and members of the general public
who give careful consideration to this excellent pamphlet created by the
United States Geological Survey. Compiled by Matthew A. D’Alessio, this
document contains ten short articles on earthquakes designed for classroom
use. The articles originally appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, and
they include such titles as “Find the Fault: Recognizing Active Faults”,
“Looking into the past with earthquake trenches”, and “How do we make
buildings and roads safer?”. Additionally, each article contains helpful
graphics, illustrations, and photographs. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

POTUS: Presidents of the United States
http://www.ipl.org/div/potus/
“In this resource you will find background information, election results, cabinet members, notable events, and some points of interest on each of the presidents. Links to biographies, historical documents, audio and video files, and other presidential sites are also included.”
[NOTE: Previously posted. Updated URL - Phyllis ]

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ResourceShelf
http://www.resourceshelf.com/
Aug. 03-09, 2007
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Alcohol, Energy Drinks, and Youth: A Dangerous Mix
http://www.docuticker.com/?p=15333
Direct Link: http://marininstitute.org/alcopops/energy_drink_report.htm
Source: Marin Institute

Public health and safety officials have become alarmed by the newest entry into the world of alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic energy drinks are prepackaged beverages that contain not only alcohol but also caffeine and other stimulants. Earlier this year, 29 state attorneys general signed a letter to Anheuser-Busch expressing their concern about Spykes, an alcoholic energy drink packaged in colorful 2-ounce bottles with obvious appeal to youth. The objections of law enforcement officials as well as parents and leading public health organizations caused Anheuser-Busch to pull Spykes from the market. But the story does not end there. Many other alcoholic energy drinks are still on the market.

Despite the sharp increase in sales of alcoholic energy drinks, their appeal to underage drinkers, and the health concerns involved in mixing stimulants with alcohol, research on the potential dangers of these products remains limited. This study reviews what data is available and takes an in-depth look at the alcohol industry’s marketing practices promoting the consumption of alcoholic energy drinks. The results, while preliminary, are unsettling. Both scientists and policymakers should focus increased attention on this emerging product category.

+ Full Report (PDF; 664 KB)
http://www.marininstitute.org/alcopops/resources/EnergyDrinkReport.pdf

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Reference: 2008 Election Timeline (Presidential Debates, Primaries, Caucuses & Other Events); List of 2008 Presidential Candidates
http://www.cqpolitics.com/2008_timeline.html
2008 Election Timeline, Presidential Debates, Primaries and Caucuses

To navigate the timeline, click and hold your mouse on each band to scroll left and right. The top band represents each month, the bottom each year. Clicking on the text will display information on each event.

Source: CQ

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New Poet Laureate of the United States
Charles Simic: Online Resources
http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/charlessimic/
This guide compiles links to resources on poet laureate Charles Simic throughout the Library of Congress Web site, as well as links to external Web sites that include features on Simic’s life or selections of his work.

Charles Simic was named The 15th Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress
on August 2, 2007.

Source: The Library of Congress

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Molecule of the Day
http://scienceblogs.com/moleculeoftheday/about.php
From the site:
“This site is by a chemist who enjoys rambling about the relationship between chemistry and real life to non-chemists.”

Sites found in:
Resource Shelf
July 20-26, 2007
http://www.resourceshelf.com/

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2008 Presidential Candidates Endorsements by Members of the U.S. Congress
http://thehill.com/endorsements-2008.html
A constantly updated and revised list of 2008 Presidential Candidate endorsements from members of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives.
From the site:
“The Hill will maintain a running tally of the race for lawmaker support based on extensive research and daily contact with campaigns. The list reflects publicly committed backers of 2008 presidential hopefuls rather than members’ private leanings or inclinations.”

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New Reference Guide: The Origins of Life & the Universe: A Guide to Selected Resources
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/SciRefGuides/originsoflife.html
The guide includes both books and selected Internet resources.

Source: Science Reference Section, Science, Technology and Business Division, Library of Congress

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Maths Online:
http://www.univie.ac.at/future.media/moe/index.html
From the site:
“Multimedia learning units on mathematical subjects for secondary school, high school, college, and university.”

Math Playground
http://www.mathplayground.com/index.html
From the site:
“Welcome to Math Playground, an action-packed site for elementary and middle school students. Practice your math skills, play a logic game and have some fun!”
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Hi! It's Monday, July 23, 2007 and time for Math at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
DonPotter.net: Math
http://donpotter.net/math.htm

This very plain website houses a most unusual math resource. It was
discovered by ClickSchooling list member Dora Moreland who wrote, "I
happened upon this website by pure luck. It has a downloadable arithmetic
book from 1878! Even if you have a fabulous math program already, it is fun
to look at and see what kids learned from 130 years ago."

When you get to the site you will see a brief introduction explaining that
the book, "First Lessons In Arithmetic," was published in 1878 and handed
down from one generation to the next by the Potter family. Don Potter
decided to put the antiquated volume on the net because, "This math book
will provide home school parents...a incomparable tool from the past to help
their students master the fundamentals of arithmetic." Chapters on the menu
include:

-Basic Addition
-Basic Subtraction
-Basic Multiplication
-Basic Division
-Fractions
-Notation and Numeration
-Advanced Addition & Subtraction
-Advanced Multiplication
-Advanced Division
-Denominate Numbers and Measurement

Click on any chapter, and a pdf file opens with problems and instructions,
accompanied by illustrations sure to create nostalgia for a bygone era.

In addition to the free textbook, Mr. Potter offers a few other links to
math resources on this site as well.

Enjoy!

Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com/
http://www.Carschooling.com/
http://www.UniversalPreschool.com/

Note: We make every effort to recommend websites that have content that is appropriate for general audiences. Parents should ALWAYS preview the sites for suitable content.

Click Schooling (Clickschooling) is a Federally Registered Trademark.

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NEAT NEW STUFF, AUGUST 10, 2007

Mathematics in Movies
http://www.math.harvard.edu/%7Eknill/mathmovies/index.html
A collection of movie clips in which Mathematics appears. We all know
about A Beautiful Mind, but did you know you could use the Simpsons,
Monty Python, and Abbot and Costello to teach math concepts?

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What Book Got You Hooked?
http://www2.firstbook.org/whatbook/top50.php
FirstBook, which gives away books to children, asked people to tell them
what book got them hooked on reading. "Over 100,000 people responded.
These are the Top 50 books that got YOU hooked!" No doubt everybody's
answers would be different, which makes this a great topic for
discussions and exhibits in your library.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

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Site of the Day for Thursday, July 26, 2007

The Olymperials
http://www.olymperial.com/

Today's site, from L'Imperial Palace in Annecy, France, offers an exhibit
designed to celebration the outstanding artwork dedicated to promoting the
Olympic games since their reintroduction in 1896. Gentle Subscribers,
noting that the next summer games in Beijing are a scant year away, will
discover a stylish presentation of the poster art which has arisen from
Olympics.

"...[O]ne of the most distinctive collections of original posters in the
world ... [with] commentaries about most of the posters" - from the
website

This flash exhibition features an extensive collection of Olympic artwork.
Ranging from the efforts of candidate cities, hoping to become the selected
venue for the games, to posters for Hollywood movies which used the
Olympics as the backdrop of their plots, this commercial artwork makes a
dramatic statement on the artistic directions of the twentieth century. The
cornerstone of the exhibit is the official poster for each of the summer
and winter games, accompanied by informative notes.

Soar over to the site for a tour of a unique art exhibit at:

http://www.olymperial.com/

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Sites found in:
ResourceShelf
http://www.resourceshelf.com
July 27 - Aug. 2, 2007

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Webliography: Student Loans
http://www.bna.com/webwatch/studentloans.html
This compilation of web resources from Laura Gordon-Murnane at BNA offers links to information about student loans. Links are listed in the following categories:

+ Federal Government
+ Executive Departments
+ State Governments
+ Nongovernment Organizations

You’ll also find a link to the Student financial aid legislation section of Congresspedia.
http://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php?title=Student_financial_aid_legislation
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/yv9wt3
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Free Companion Web Site for the McGraw Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology 10th edition (MHEST)
http://www.accessscience.com/index.aspx

In a recent blog post, Cheryl LaGuardia points out that the 10th edition of the McGraw Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology is now available. OK, that’s nice. But Cheryl goes on to point out that the encyclopedia offers a FREE web site that’s a “companion” to the complete encyclopedia. Again, the full text is fee-based but the companion site is free.

LaGuardia writes:

This site is targeted at librarians, students, teachers, and researchers, and is updated regularly, with a Spotlight feature (currently about forensics), a What’s New section (that outlines content new to the 10th edition), and Supplemental Articles (here’s an example that focuses on “intelligent search engines”) updating important articles written since the latest release of the EST.

Source: Library Journal

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Sites found in:
NEAT NEW STUFF, AUGUST 3, 2007


Fit Nation: the Obesity Fight - CNN
http://edition.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2007/fit.nation/obesity.map/
Another stunning example of the power of visualization to illuminate raw
data - in this case, the spread of obesity in America over the past 20
years

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Other Women's Voices: Translations of Women's Writing before 1700
http://home.infionline.net/~ddisse/
This wonderful directory - a webliography, bibliography, and documentary
resource rolled into one - guides us to, and excerpts from, the
translated words of women of Europe and Asia from 2000 BCE to 1700, and
provides biographical information about each woman. Many of those words
are still relevant: check out Kassia, for instance, on stupidity, and on
silence ("I hate silence when it is a time for speaking").

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SciTalks: Smart People on Cool Topics
http://scitalks.com/
Your chance to watch as some first rate scientists explain a wide variety
of topics, including frozen frogs, cloning Dolly, the physics of
baseball, the fatal attraction between birds and wind turbines, "the
science in your lunch," and "low-cost devices to tackle tough problems in
developing countries." Searchable, and browsable by scientific field.

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Tools for a College Student's Financial Success -SmartMoney.com
http://www.smartmoney.com/dealoftheday/index.cfm?story=20070718&hpagenda=1%20
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ywvn99
Before your kids go off to college, you and they should read this to
avoid some of the most common financial pitfalls for students.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

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Sites found in:
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American Masters
Good Ol? Charles Schulz
On-Air & Online
Gr. 9-12
Monday, October 29, 2007
9 - 10:30 pm
Charles Schulz redefined the comic art form with "Peanuts." His
genius lay in depicting the daily collisions of insiders and
outsiders, of mundane cruelties and transcendent hopes--seeing
the extraordinary in the ordinary. The "Peanuts" cast of
characters is as familiar as our own siblings; their trials and
tribulations speak of our families and evoke our childhood
desperations. They are portrayed with whimsy and poignancy--and
always with love and tolerance, each representing different
facets of Schulz’ personality and his perspectives on
20th-century America. (CC, Stereo, 1 year)
http://www.thirteen.org/homepage/promos/schulz.html
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/database/schulz_c.html

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NOVA scienceNOW - Twin Prime Conjecture: Seven Prime Questions
Interactive/Online Activity, Video
Gr.6-8 / 9-12

Explore what prime numbers are, and consider how they are
useful in everyday life. Learn about the twin prime conjecture,
and discover why mathematicians have had a difficult time
proving that there are infinitely many pairs of twin primes.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/sciencenow/3302/02.html

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Nature
Silence of the Bees
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Sunday, October 28, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
Honeybees from the beginning have played a key role in human
survival. Most fruit trees and vegetable species are entirely
dependent on bees to produce, and there's no artificial
replacement for natural pollination. But the bees are
disappearing. Could it be a disease? Is it caused by
pesticides, genetically modified foods or radiation from cell
phone towers? Whatever is happening, we must solve the mystery
and correct the problem soon or face unimaginable consequences.
(CC, Stereo, HD)
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/bees/

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NOVA
Marathon Challenge
On-Air & Online
6-8 / 9-12
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
NOVA finds out what it takes for the average person to run one
of the world's toughest races. Filmed in cooperation with the
Boston Athletic Association, the program offers both a human
story and an intriguing scientific exploration of the way our
bodies respond to intense exercise demands. (CC, Stereo, HD, 1
year)
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/marathon/

[NOTE: See Teaching Guide pasted below. – Phyllis ]

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Original Message:
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Date: Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:00:50 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [NOVA Teachers] Marathon Challenge airs Oct. 30

Hello Educators,

In next week's "Marathon Challenge," NOVA assembles a team of 13
sedentary non-athletes aged 21 to 60 to face the ultimate test: Run
the 26.2-mile Boston marathon. As the participants train, NOVA
reviews their diverse medical histories and backgrounds, chronicles
the physical and mental challenges they face, and tracks the
physiological changes that exercise can bring about. (Subjects
covered: health science, anatomy and physiology)


Regards,
Karen Hartley
Teachers Editor
NOVA Web Site
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/
E-mail: NOVA_Teachers@wgbh.org

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NOVA presents "Marathon Challenge"
Broadcast: Tuesday, October 30, 2007
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon
(NOVA airs on PBS at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings as
broadcast dates and times may vary. This program can be used up to
one year after it is recorded off the air.)

Team NOVA
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/team.html
Meet each of the 13 runners as well as the Team NOVA coaches and
discover what motivated each person to take on this challenge.
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Marathon Diaries
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/diaries.html
Watch short videos of four runners as they talk about their
personal experiences and read their full stories in interviews,
e-mails, and other notes. (Flash plug-in required to play
videos.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

The Training Calendar
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/calendar.html
View the week-by-week training schedule that Team NOVA followed
to prepare for the race. (Flash plug-in required.)
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Ask the Expert
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/expert.html
Send in questions about exercise, training, and diet to Tufts
professor, nutritionist, and marathoner Miriam Nelson. (Questions
due by Wednesday October 31; selected responses will be posted on
Tuesday, November 6.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Fit to Go the Distance
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/fit.html
Learn about the physiological factors that influence the volume
of oxygen an individual can consume, one measure of physical
fitness. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Ten Tips
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/tips.html
Take a look at some advice for rookie runners.
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Mind of a Marathoner
http://www.pbs.org/nova/marathon/mind.html
Read and listen to Team NOVA coach and marathoner Ute Pippig as
she reflects on the mental challenges and rewards of running a
marathon. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Teacher's Guide
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/programs/3414_marathon.html
In this classroom activity, students take each other's pulses at
rest and after exercise to determine recovery times. (Grades 6-8)

Program transcript
http://www.pbs.org/nova/transcripts/3414_marathon.html
The site includes a complete narration for this program.

Plus Links & Books.

Sites found in:

NEAT NEW STUFF, JULY 27, 2007

Butterflies North and South
http://www.virtualmuseum.ca/Exhibitions/Butterflies/english/
If you love butterflies, check out this site created by museums and
affiliated organizations in Canada and Peru. It offers galleries,
projects for teachers, info on conservation and butterfly gardens, a
bibliography, and a glossary.
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Fictional Countries in Pop Culture
http://www.mentalfloss.com/quiz/quiz.php?q=93
Here's a nice little test of your pop culture knowledge: see if you can
identify the book, TV show or movie that that the fictional countries
described here came from.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

Site found in:
The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #466 8/2/07
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Cool Compendium Book Reviews

Regular readers will want to bookmark this great literary review
website. Cool Compendium offers up a daily dose of select book reviews by
respected newspapers, magazines, and journals from all around the world.

The aim of the site is to make it is as easy as possible for people to find
and read quality reviews, without having to navigate a virtual obstacle
course of literary blogs and websites. Check out the reviews of the day,
or browse through diverse publications such as BBC News, London Review of
Books, Moscow Times, Mother Jones, The New Yorker, Salon.Com, and many more.

http://criticalcompendium.com/index.html

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Site of the Day for Thursday, August 2, 2007

Anthony Trollope
http://www.anthonytrollope.com/

Today's site provides information about everyone's second favorite
Victorian writer, Anthony Trollope. Gentle Subscribers will discover a
cheery and comprehensive introduction to Trollope and his works.

"Anthony Trollope is a new website which aims to introduce readers to
Trollope, a website for an author as relevant to the modern day as to the
Victorian reader.... The Anthony Trollope website is a place for everyone
interested in Trollope to share their enthusiasm for this great Victorian
author. ... Whether you're new to Trollope or already an enthusiast you can
enter competitions, win books, join reading groups and much more." - from
the website

The site offers some biographical nuggets about Trollope's lifelong career
as a postal clerk in nineteenth century Britain, where he continued to work
even after becoming a successful novelist. The main focus, however, hones
in on Trollope's prodigious output of more than forty novels, collections
of short stories, and travel books. Highlighting themes and characters, the
exhibit notes those which have been filmed for television and broadcast in
Britain and abroad -- The Chronicles of Barset, with the inimitable Alan
Rickman as The Rev. Obadiah Slope, and The Palliser Novels. A special
feature of the site is the availability of virtually all Trollope's works
as free e-book downloads.

Ramble over to the site for a look at a Victorian novelist other than
Dickens at:

http://www.anthonytrollope.com/

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Willa Cather Archive
http://cather.unl.edu/
From PBS’s Blythe Bennett Recommended Site
“America's Finest Novelist!
“Pulitzer prize winner Willa Cather, is regarded as one of America's finest novelists for her writings about Nebraska and the American Southwest. View works of short fiction, interviews, public letters, and journalism examples.”

The Search for Monsters of Mystery – Legendary Monsters
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9903/monsters/
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9903/monsters/beast.html
Map
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9903/monsters/map.html
Bigfoot, Nessie, Storsie, Yeti, Champ, and Mokele-Mbembe

Media Literacy
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/media_lit/
From the site:
“How do you help your students succeed in a media-filled world? Do they know how media is created? Can they analyze the messages that inform, entertain, and sell to us everyday? Have they created their own media messages?

“Dive into media literacy with the following resources:”

Sites found in:
Librarians' Internet Index
Websites you can trust!
NEW THIS WEEK, August 2, 2007
Read This Online: http://lii.org/cs/lii/print/news/109

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Enjoyment of Music Online Tutor
"Listen to a selection of more than 250 musical excerpts as you take the quizzes, review transitions between eras, or learn more about 80 composers." Also includes timelines relating to musical eras (Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century), and links to additional material for composers such as Johannes Brahms, Claude Debussy, Franz Liszt, and Richard Wagner. From W.W. Norton and Company.
URL: http://www.wwnorton.com/college/music/enj9/shorter/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24189

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Hitchcock Basic Film Techniques
A lighthearted review of "the most significant film techniques that were used by [director] Alfred Hitchcock." Topics include "camera is not a camera" (camera takes on the human quality of roaming around), point of view editing and types of cuts, and using humor to add tension. Includes a link to an article about Hitchcock's use of comedic elements in his films. From an independent filmmaker.
URL: http://www.borgus.com/think/hitch.htm
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24187

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Hitchcock's Style
"Alfred Hitchcock is perhaps Britain's most famous and highly regarded film director, yet he is best known today -- even in Britain -- for the films he made after he left the country in 1939 for a career in Hollywood." This site describes how the style ("the themes, preoccupations, tricks and techniques") of this "Master of Suspense" was in place by the time he went to Hollywood. Clips only available to British educational users.
URL: http://www.screenonline.org.uk/tours/hitch/tour1.html
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24186

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Biography for Alfred Hitchcock
Biography of British film director Alfred Hitchcock. "The acknowledged master of the thriller genre he virtually invented, Alfred Hitchcock was also a brilliant technician who deftly blended sex, suspense and humor." Also includes a filmography of his 59 movies, with synopses and cast lists. From Turner Classic Movies (TCM).
URL: http://tcmdb.com/participant/participant.jsp?participantId=87065
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24188

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Riding the Rails
Brief essay about the "more than two million men and perhaps 8,000 women [who] became hoboes" during the Great Depression. Includes illustrations, a short list of people who rode the rails and later became famous, and an oral history from one man who became a hobo during this period. From Wessels Living History Farm, a project devoted to the history of American agriculture.
URL: http://www.livinghistoryfarm.org/farminginthe30s/water_07.html
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24206
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

[NOTE: SEE ALSO: Riding the Rails
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/rails- previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Teenage Hoboes in the Great Depression
Small presentation about the "over 250,000 young people [who] left home [during the Great Depression] in hope and desperation and began riding freight trains or hitchhiking across America." Topics include railroads during the Depression era, the Civilian Conservation Corps, food and shelter, and art related to hobo life. Includes a bibliography. From the National Heritage Museum, an American history museum founded and supported by Scottish Rite Freemasons.
URL: https://www.nationalheritagemuseum.org/Default.aspx?tabid=405
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24207

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Librarians' Internet Index
Websites You Can Trust!
http://lii.org/

Copyright 2007 by Librarians' Internet Index.

From: PBS’s Blythe Bennett Recommended Site

Young Minds Inspired: Teacher's Guide Series
From: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/index2.html

Lights, Camera, Action!
Learn from the people who bring us the Oscars. These teaching guides focus on the art of creating a motion picture. Students will learn about different aspects of film making as they complete creative activities in these kits.

Screenwriting: The Language of Film
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/screenwriting/index.html
From the site:
“Teach your students the crafts of screenwriting in this first teaching guide based on the Academy Awards® and the Academy's categories of achievement.”
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
Cinematography: Capturing Images on Film
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/cinematography/index.html
From the site:
“Spotlight the craft of cinematography in this second teaching guide for your students based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Film Editing: Manipulating Time and Space
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/filmediting/index.html
From the site:
“Highlight the art of film editing in this third teaching guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Art Direction: The Visual Language of Film
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/artdirection/index.html
From the site:
“Introduce your students to art direction — the visual language of film — with the teaching guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Animation: Creating Movement Frame by Frame
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/animation/index.html
From the site:
“Discover the amazing art of animation in this guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Sound and Music: The Power to Enhance the Story
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/sound/index.html
From the site:
“Discover the power of sound and music in this guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Documentaries: Searching for Truth
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/documentaries/index.html
From the site:
“Diverse approaches to capturing real people and events on film are examined in this guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

Visual Effects: Seeing is Believing
http://www.oscars.org/teachersguide/visualeffects/index.html
From the site:
“Teach your students techniques in visual effects in this newest guide based on the Academy Awards and the Academy's categories of achievement.”

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Site of the Day for Monday, July 30, 2007

The New 7 Wonders of the World
http://www.new7wonders.com/
http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=315

Today's site revisits the New 7 Wonders presentation to take a look at the
winners of the two year long endeavor to create an authoritative list from
the extensive nomination process. Gentle Subscribers, many of whom may have
participated in the voting process, will find those 7 of the 21 finalists
which made the ultimate list.

"The New7Wonders organization is happy to announce the ... 7 candidates ...
elected to represent global heritage throughout history. The listing is in
random order, as announced at the Declaration Ceremony on 07.07.07. All the
New 7 Wonders are equal and are presented as a group without any ranking."
- from the website

The site includes links to the final 7 New Wonders results, the official
song and even a screensaver tucked away in the World Tour section.
Additional information about the gala announcement ceremony and the
international celebrities who performed is available through the link at
the bottom right of the home page. Not content to rest on its laurels, the
organization has begun an initiative to compile a new 7 wonders of nature
for which details are provided.

Swan over to the site for the definitive list of the 7 New Wonders at:
http://www.new7wonders.com/
http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=315

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

[SEE ALSO: Classroom Tools
http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=427
Printable fact sheets (PDF files) for the Ancient 7 Wonders of the World and
all 21 Finalists for the New Seven Wonders of World.

Complete List: New Seven Wonders of World and finalists
http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=633
- Phyllis ]

TeachingAmericanHistory.org
http://teachingamericanhistory.org/
See: Special Exhibits and Audio Lectures

Document Library
http://teachingamericanhistory.org/library/
From the site:
“The following is a list of letters, speeches, documents, web sites, books, and articles on signifcant people and events in American political thought and history. Rather than being a comprehensive list of available resources, it is meant to be a list of the best resources available on the given subject.”

Nano-Journeys: Adventures Beyond the Decimal
http://www.nanoreisen.de/english/
Click the suitcase to begin.
From the site:
“Welcome aboard! on a journey of incredibly small worlds from centimetres to femtometres. There’s a lot to discover.
Just check-in…We’ll take care of your luggage.”

Sites found in:
EDInfo@listserv.ed.gov
Fri, 27 Jul 2007
New resources at FREE, the website that makes
teaching resources from federal agencies easier to find:
Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
http://www.free.ed.gov/

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America's Founding Fathers
features biographies of delegates at the Constitutional
Convention in Philadelphia in May 1787. The 55 delegates had
been sent by the 13 states to revise the Articles of
Confederation, but they ended up drafting an entirely new plan
of government. They ranged in age from 26-year-old Jonathan
Dayton to 81-year-old Benjamin Franklin, who had to be carried
to sessions in a sedan chair. (National Archives and Records
Administration)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1917
Direct Link:
http://www.archives.gov/national-archives-experience/charters/constitution_founding_fathers.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/7cx4a

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Early History of the California Coast
is a travel itinerary that highlights 45 historic places that
help tell the story of Spanish colonization of California.
Learn about forts, churches, adobe houses, historic districts,
and other places. Find out about the Presidio, which was
established in 1769 as the base for Spain's colonization
efforts and was the first permanent European settlement on the
Pacific Coast. (National Park Service)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1923
Direct Link: http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/ca/
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Maritime History of Massachusetts
is a travel itinerary highlighting 89 historic places that
tell the story of Massachusetts' relationship with the sea.
Read essays about lighthouses and lifesaving stations, ships
and shipbuilding, the U.S. Navy, and maritime commerce.
(National Park Service)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1918
Direct Link: http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/maritime/

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Exploring the Moon
is a teacher's guide for learning about lunar geology,
distance to the moon, Apollo landing sites, and life support
systems. Lessons focus on calculating the distance between
scale models of earth and the moon, designing a spacecraft for
travel to and from the moon, the geology of the six Apollo
landing sites, and calculating the diameter of the moon using
proportions. (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1921
Direct Link: http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/topnav/materials/listbytype/Exploring.the.Moon.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/3b4qqw
[NOTE: Other pages from http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/topnav/materials/ - previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Mars Exploration Rovers
tells the story of Spirit and Opportunity, two rovers that are
investigating the hills and craters of Mars. See an animation
of Spirit's journey from launch pad to Mars. Learn about its
instruments. See a slide show of the most detailed images of
Mars' surface ever captured. A lesson on the distance and
relative size of other planets is included. (NewsHour,
National Science Foundation)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1915
Direct Link: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/indepth_coverage/science/marsrover/index.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/35bxeg

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Search for Ancestors
looks at the history of the double helix, the science behind
DNA test kits for people who want to learn more about their
ancestry, an interactive map of human migration over 200,000
years, DNA analysis tracing African-American lineage, and how
mutations found in DNA can unlock the past. (Online NewsHour,
National Science Foundation)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1919
Direct Link: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/indepth_coverage/science/dna/

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Technology
reports on how a car company is experimenting with
nanotechnology in the quest for environmentally friendly
vehicles, how a museum exhibit (created by an artist and a
scientist) helps get the word out about the implications of
nanotechnology for health care and other fields, and how GPS
chips in some cell phones let businesses track delivery
drivers and parents keep track of kids. (Online NewsHour,
National Science Foundation)
http://free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1920
Direct Link: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/technology/index.html

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* http://www.ed.gov/MailingLists/EDInfo/

Washington State University Plagiarism Information Site
http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/plagiarism/main.html
From the site:
“…designed to meet the informational needs of both students and instructors.”

WritingFix
http://www.writingfix.com/index.htm
From the site:
“WritingFix: Where getting your daily writing "fix" is more important than fixing your writing. Write EVERY day!”

Literature Prompts from some Literature Classics
http://www.writingfix.com/Classic_Lit_and_Traits.htm

Chapter Book Prompts from favorite chapter and young adult books
http://www.writingfix.com/YA_Novels_and_Traits.htm

[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

International Coastal Cleanup: Helping Ocean Animals Survive
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/Stories/PeoplePlaces/Coastal-cleanup
From the site:
“International Coastal Cleanup, an annual event that raises awareness of the importance of keeping the world's waterways and oceans clean.”

Sites found in:
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The Scout Report
July 27, 2007
Volume 13, Number 29

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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070727.php

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NOAA Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management [pdf]
http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/

In light of a number of recent events, there is increased concern about the
management of America’s coastal and ocean resources. It is a pressing issue
for economic reasons, along with the simple fact that over fifty percent of
the U.S. population lives close to the coastlines of two oceans and the
Great Lakes. Persons interested in these matters will appreciate the NOAA
Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management site, which features
newsletters, information about their strategic plans, and copious amounts of
material on their initiatives, which include dock management and community
development partnerships. A basic overview of the issues facing coastal
regions can be found in the “Coastal Issues” section of the site which
contains brief summaries on marine debris, coastal hazards, water quality,
and aquaculture. The site is rounded out by a “My state” section. Here,
visitors can utilize a clickable map of the U.S. to learn about coastal
management activities underway in their state. [KMG]

[SEE ALSO: The Coral Reef Conservation Program
http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/programs/coral.html - Phyllis ]

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KU Writing Center [pdf]
http://www.writing.ku.edu/

The University of Kansas has a number of fine academic programs, and they
also provide writing support for students who might be having trouble
getting started with their own assignments or term papers. While visitors
may not be able to make the trek on over to Lawrence, they can certainly hop
online here to take advantage of some of their writing tutorials and guide
sheets. Most visitors will probably want to start at the “Students” section,
where they can then click on sections specifically designed for
undergraduates or graduate students. Some of these materials have been
created specifically by the professionals at KU’s Writing Center, including
some very helpful guides to crafting an effective thesis statement and
working on pre-writing strategies. Also, the “Writing Guides” section
http://www.writing.ku.edu/students/guides.shtml
includes a sample writing gallery and an assignment planner. For a bit of
fun, users can also check out their online photo gallery and also watch
their short film, “A Week in the Life of the KU Writing Center”. [KMG]

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Library of Congress: Poetry [pdf, Real Player]
http://www.loc.gov/poetry/

On a recent visit to the Library of Congress: Poetry website, the first line
of a poem by William Stafford appeared on the top of the page. The poem in
question was “At the Un-National Monument Along the Canadian Border”, and it
just one of many poems that can be found on this simple delightful site.
Amidst this cornucopia of poems, visitors can also learn about the current
poet laureate and take in a few webcasts from the “Poet Vision” series. It
is an august group indeed, and some of the programs include those that
profile Rita Dove, Louise Gluck, and Stanley Kunitz. Visitors can also look
over a list of poetry news and events and breeze on through the related
resources offered by the Library of Congress. Educators and students will
want to pay close attention to the “For Teachers & Students” area, where
they can find resources designed to bring poetry into the classroom in an
experiential fashion. [KMG]

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Mystic Seaport [pdf]
http://www.mysticseaport.org/

Located in the peaceful town of Mystic, Connecticut, the Mystic Seaport is
billed as “The Museum of America and the Sea”. Visitors to the actual Museum
can take in some of the exhibitions, jump on a boat or two, and make quite a
day of it. Visitors to their website can also find a great deal of seafaring
type information, including several online art galleries, an interactive
feature about Amistad, as well as learn more about their very impressive
nautical collections. Some of the nautical materials are available through
the site, including ship registries for Salem, Massachusetts and New London,
Connecticut for much of the 19th century. Additionally, the site includes
yacht registers from the late 19th century and selected dates of the
American Lloyd’s Register of American and Foreign Shipping. [KMG]

[NOTE: The following pages were previously posted.
Exploring Amistad
http://amistad.mysticseaport.org/main/welcome.html

Westward by Sea: A Maritime Perspective on American Expansion, 1820-1890
http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/award99/mymhihtml/mymhihome.html - Phyllis ]

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The Mysterious Bogpeople [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.bogpeople.org/

Despite the seemingly spooky title of this site, visitors should not be
afraid of entering and exploring around the contents of this very
interactive site. Created through a collaborative partnership between
organizations such as the Canadian Museum of Civilization and the Drents
Museum, this site concerns itself with the artifacts and material world
created by the so-called “bogpeople” of northwestern Europe who lived
approximately 10,000 years ago. Visitors can explore their world through
sections that include “Science”, “Timeline”, “Profile” and “Mediatheatre”.
The “Mediatheatre” section is a good place to start as visitors can view
short film clips that cover the mysteries of the bog, fishing with a
harpoon, and the fabled Ubbena wheel. Moving along, the “Timeline” area
gives some nice chronological context to the events and transformations
covered by the site, and the “Science” area includes some insights into what
archaeologists do in the field. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

Reef HQ: the National Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef
http://www.reefhq.com.au/
From the site:
“Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef at the world's largest living coral reef aquarium.”

Reef Explorer
http://www.reefed.edu.au/home/explorer
From the site:
“It is an interactive resource for teachers and students designed to introduce the myriad of fascinating animals and plants that inhabit the reef in easily accessible text and images.”

Reef ED Teaching Units
http://www.reefed.edu.au/
From the site:
“The Reef ED units are your online curriculum resource for K-12 classes.”

Coral Literature, Education & Outreach (CLEO)
http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cleo/

The Educational Modules
http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cleo/education.shtml
“…developed primarily for middle school classes. Each module consists of three segments: background information, classroom experiment, and teacher's section.

Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.coral.noaa.gov/faq.shtml

Discovery Kit: Coral
http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/kits/corals/welcome.html
From the site:
“The Coral Tutorial is an overview of the biology of and threats to coral reefs. Designed for educators and students at the high school level, they are written in non-technical language.”
[NOTE: Other Discovery Kits http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/kits/welcome.html previously posted. – Phyllis ]

Coral Reef
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/biomes/coralreef/coralreef.shtml

Taken From:

======== The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences ===
======== April 2, 2004 ===
======== Volume 3, Number 7 ======

Enchanted Learning: Biomes-Habitats
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/biomes/

Created by Enchanted Learning, this kid-friendly Biome-Habitats website
introduces children to many of the earth's biomes. Although the site
provides basic information about many different biomes, the main emphasis is
on the animals that live in each habitat. From the homepage, site visitors
can link to almost twenty separate biome / habitat sites including Desert,
Cave, Savanna, and Coral Reef-just too name a few. Each site presents a
brief introduction covering general characteristics, such as plant life and
climate, and then provides links to many separate animal pages ranging from
grasshoppers to eagles. The animal pages feature nice diagrams (that can be
printed out for coloring) and basic information about anatomy, diet and
more. The Biome-Habitats homepage also contains a simple chart listing
differences between biomes including elements such as amount of water,
temperature range, and soil quality. (Note: While the site asks for a $20 /
year donation, it is free to use and requires no registration or fee). [NL]
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

>From The NSDL Scout Report for the Life Sciences, Copyright Internet Scout
Project 1994-2003. http://scout.wisc.edu/

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Hi! It's Tuesday, July 17, 2007 and time for Science at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
NAPPC: Pollinator Curriculum
http://www.nappc.org/curriculum/

Age Range: 8-11 (The suggested grade range is 3-6 but there is information
that will fascinate all ages. See additional resource for older students
below.)

ClickSchooling list member Isabel recommended this website that offers a
FREE, printable "Comprehensive Pollinator Curriculum for Grades 3-6."
What's a pollinator?

Birds, bees, bats, butterflies, moths, beetles, mosquitoes and other insects
and animals are all pollinators -- even the wind acts as a pollinator.
Pollinators transfer the pollen from one flower to another of the same
species leading to fertilization that results in fruit and seed production.
About 80% of the world's fruit and vegetable crops require pollination. It
is essential for plant reproduction.

Summertime is the perfect time of year to observe the pollination process in
your own backyard, garden, neighborhood, or local park. To better understand
what is taking place, the curriculum at this website offers detailed
scientific information and an array of educational activities that include:

*The Who, What & Why of Pollinators
*Pollinators and Plants In Partnership
*Creating and Finding Pollinator-Friendly Habitats in Your Area

You'll find community service projects as well as resources and links to
more information.

When you are through exploring the curriculum, to find an astounding array
of information on pollinators and pollination that is suitable for a variety
of age/grade ranges visit:
http://www.pollinator.org/

Click on "Useful Resources" on the menu to find links to even more lesson
plans and suggested activities. You can also click on "Great Free Pollinator
Items" to find out how to order a free garden wheel and pollinator posters.
(The items are free, but you must pay the shipping fee.)

Have fun!

Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com/
http://www.Carschooling.com/
http://www.UniversalPreschool.com/

Note: We make every effort to recommend websites that have content that is appropriate for general audiences. Parents should ALWAYS preview the sites for suitable content.

Click Schooling (Clickschooling) is a Federally Registered Trademark.

Sites found in:

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TOURBUS Volume 13, Number 1 --- 24 July 2007
Tourbus Home -- http://www.InternetTourbus.com/

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Top Ten Sites for Kids
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there are some really great sites out there for pre-teen kids.
Here are my Top Ten sites for kids to find games, chat, social
interaction and even learning...
http://askbobrankin.com/top_sites_for_kids.html

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Science Fact or Science Fiction?
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It’s sometimes difficult these days to differentiate between fact and
science fiction, because the two worlds often borrow ideas from each
other. If you've ever read Alfred Bester's classic 1956 sci-fi
thriller "The Stars My Destination", or Ray Bradbury's space novels
from the same era, you can't help but think that scientists in years
to come were influenced when designing computers and space vehicles.

I love science, science fiction, and especially offbeat and weird
science. During my Internet travels I've come across some amazing
resources in this arena -- some informative, some strange, but all
of them fascinating. Here are my Top Ten picks in the Weird Science
and Sci-Fi categories:

http://askbobrankin.com/weird_science.html

=====================[ Tourbus Rider Information ]===================
The Internet Tourbus - U.S. Library of Congress ISSN #1094-2238
Copyright 1995-2007, Rankin & Crispen - All rights reserved
Be Smarter & Better Looking Than [-99.386587-] Percent of Users

The Best of Everything - http://www.InternetTourbus.com/best.html

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Site of the Day for Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Whale Shark
http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/Gallery/Descript/Whaleshark/whaleshark.html

If the above URL wraps in your e-mail client, enter it all on one line in
your browser or use this TinyURL:

http://tinyurl.com/8fy5t
[NOTE: Other pages from the Florida Museum of Natural History previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Today's site, from the Florida Museum of Natural History, Ichthyology
Department, presents an exhibit on the world's largest fish -- the whale
shark. Gentle Subscribers will discover a fascinating overview of this
remarkable creature.

"[T]he whale shark is an (open sea) species. Studies reveal that this shark
prefers warm waters, with surface temperatures around 21-30 C, marked by
high primary productivity (much plankton). It is often seen offshore but
commonly comes close inshore, sometimes entering lagoons or coral atolls.
... The whale shark is thought to be highly migratory ... " - from the
website

The exhibit provides the taxonomy of the species, along with data on its
common names, such as the basking shark, and its geographical distribution,
illustrated by a helpful global map. With information on its habitat, and
its distinctive features such as its coloration -- light spots and stripes
in an almost checkerboard arrangement. Additional elements include facts on
its teeth, food, size, parasites and predators. The photo gallery contains
a dozen mesmerizing images of this enormous shark.

Cruise over to the site for a look at the whale shark at:

http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/Gallery/Descript/Whaleshark/whaleshark.html

If the above URL wraps in your e-mail client, enter it all on one line in
your browser or use this TinyURL:

http://tinyurl.com/8fy5t

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Sites found in:

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PBS Teachers Newsletter: October 21 - 27, 2007
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Concepts Across the Curriculum
Multimedia resources & professional development for America's preK-12 educators.
Great American Authors
Offline Activity/Project
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12

Explore activities that highlight the careers and writing
styles of American authors Ralph Ellison, Katherine Anne
Porter, Maurice Sendak and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Explore their
literature and review timelines of their lives.

http://www.pbs.org/teachers/thismonth/americanauthors/index1.html

Thematic Teaching: Archive of features
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/thismonth/archives.html
From the site:
“The interdisciplinary topics previously highlighted in "Concepts Across the Curriculum" are archived here for easy reference.”

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Nature
Supersize Crocs
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Sunday, October 21, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
Tall tales of giant man-eating crocodiles inhabit a world
between fact and fiction. The truth is that some crocodile
species, such as Nile crocs and American crocs, have been known
to exceed 20 feet; the Asian-Pacific saltwater croc has been
recorded to 23 feet. Today these gigantic creatures are very,
very rare, but some of them are still out there in the wild,
with a few held in captivity. Renowned herpetologist Romulus
Whitaker attempts to ensure the future of the last of these
leviathans. (CC, Stereo, HD)

Learn crocodile secrets of survival.

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/crocs/

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Copyright 2007 PBS Online

Controversial Issues (From Santa Ana College - Last updated 09/17/2007)
http://www.sac.edu/students/library/nealley/websites/controversial.htm
A list of organizations and web sites, some identified as Pro, Con or Neutral.

Controversial Issues (From Palo Alto College - Last updated on: 08/14/2007)
http://www.accd.edu/PAC/LRC/issues.htm
Some links include annotations

Twin Lakes School Corporation Library (Last update: 2/06/01)
http://www.twinlakes.k12.in.us/info/library/connection/contro.htm
A list of organizations and web sites, some identified as Support, Oppose, or Megasites.

Social Issues Pathfinder (From Springfield Township High School Virtual Library)
http://www.sdst.org/shs/library/issuespath.html
Scroll down to “WEB Portals for Social Issues”

Social Issues (From Multnomah County Library - Last updated: October 3, 2007)
http://www.multcolib.org/homework/sochc.html
From the site:
“This web page has been created to meet the needs of Multnomah County middle and high school students researching current social issues from multiple perspectives.”
[NOTE: Home page - Homework topics
http://www.multcolib.org/homework/ previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Pro / Con Issues & Hot Topics (From Paradise Valley Community College Library)
http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/library/databases/pro_con.html
Scroll down to WEB SITES - Pro & Con Issues & Topics

Public Agenda Issue Guides
http://www.publicagenda.org/issues/issuehome.cfm
From the site:
“Public Agenda Issue Guides are used by journalists, policy makers, teachers, students and citizens who want to better understand controversial topics. Public Agenda Issue Guides provide facts and figures, different perspectives and analysis of public attitudes from surveys conducted by Public Agenda and by other respected polling and news organizations.”
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Hi! It's Saturday, July 21, 2007 and time for Art at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
Impressionism.org
http://www.impressionism.org/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

This website (previously featured in 2003) offers a guided tour of
late 19th century and early 20th century France and the
Impressionism art movement that defined the era. When you get to the
site, you will see a painting. To the left are two menu choices that
include:

Experience Impressionism -- Click on this to take a fun tour of
France via the Impressionist art movement. Through text and
illustrations, you will learn: what constitutes Impressionism
artwork (and what doesn't); why it was considered revolutionary;
review the political, scientific, social, and cultural influences
that defined Impressionism and its ultimate acceptance in the art
world; and learn about the many Impressionistic painters.

Teach Impressionism -- Click on this to download or browse online
lessons that teach the major themes of Impressionist artwork. The
lessons include a detailed look at artists such as Monet, Degas,
Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Renoir. Designed for classroom teachers,
these lessons can be easily used in the homeschool and are geared
for grades 1-8.


Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com/
http://www.Carschooling.com/
http://www.UniversalPreschool.com/


Note: We make every effort to recommend websites that have content that is appropriate for general audiences. Parents should ALWAYS preview the sites for suitable content.

Click Schooling (Clickschooling) is a Federally Registered Trademark.

THEATRE IN THE GERMAN CONCENTRATION CAMPS
http://www.theatrehistory.com/german/holocaust001.html
From the site:
“This article was originally published in Theatre Arts. Curt Daniel. New York: Theatre Arts, Inc., November 1941. pp. 801-807.”
[NOTE: Home page http://www.theatrehistory.com/ - previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Lost Cities
http://www.shunya.net/Pictures/Highlights/LostCities.htm
Click on thumbnails for larger pictures. Links indicate photo sets. Many include descriptions.
(Site has advertisements)

Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet
http://www.cyndislist.com/

A categorized & cross-referenced index to genealogical resources on the Internet. This site contains over 250,000 links and provides a great jumping-off point for both novice and experienced researchers.

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2007 Family Tree Magazine's 101 Best Web Sites for Genealogy
http://www.familytreemagazine.com/101sites/2007/

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Hi! It's Thursday, July 19, 2007 and time for History at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
Scholastic: History Mystery
http://teacher.scholastic.com/histmyst/index.asp

Age Range: 9-13 (grades 4-8, but it's a fun review for older students and
adults as well)

An anonymous ClickSchooling list member recommended today's website that
offers a series of fun "History Mysteries" for students to solve. When you
get to the site you will see your animated guide, Dr. Carlotta Facts, a
professor at the fictional History Mystery Museum. Dr. Facts challenges
students to figure out the historic person, place, event, or object she is
studying based on 4-5 clues she provides. The idea is to solve the mystery
in as few clues as possible.

Students are encouraged to use the clues to conduct research on the World
Wide Web (or use offline resources like textbooks, maps, and reference
books) to solve the mystery. There is an online search mechanism built into
the game. Each "History Mystery" game is themed in United States or world
history and includes topics in these categories:

-African-American History
-Environmental History
-Government and Politics
-Inventions and Technology
-Social & Cultural History
-Women's History
-Exploration
-World Civilizations

Within each topic category, there is a list of sub-topics. Click on any one
to play a game themed on that topic.

Once students think they have solved the mystery, they submit an answer. If
the answer is correct, they receive a designation as an investigator of
historical mysteries and an opportunity to learn more about the subject. If
the answer is incorrect, they can receive another clue, investigate further,
or submit another solution. They can also click on "see the answer" and read
all about the topic.

The History Mystery game is a fun way to challenge your knowledge of history
and a great way to introduce information on various historical periods,
civilizations, industry and technology, certain landforms and geography, and
elements of culture.

Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com/
http://www.Carschooling.com/
http://www.UniversalPreschool.com/


Note: We make every effort to recommend websites that have content that is appropriate for general audiences. Parents should ALWAYS preview the sites for suitable content.

Click Schooling (Clickschooling) is a Federally Registered Trademark.

Sites found in:
NEAT NEW STUFF, JULY 20, 2007

Governing Sourcebook
http://sourcebook.governing.com/
"the definitive resource for contact information on state and local
decision makers," with additional data comparing state and municipal
performance and spending in categories like economic development,
environment, health, public works, social services, etc. You can limit
your searches to specific states, or to your choice of states,
municipalities or transit agencies.

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A Periodic Tables Sampler - Mental Floss
http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/6807
It turns out that periodic tables are a neat way to classify any number
of subjects - mathematicians, the internet, poetry, and more - (and if
you put one on a shower curtain you can study it in the shower).

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

Interactive Dino Viewer
http://dsc.discovery.com/convergence/dinosaurplanet/interactive/dinoviewer.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2hv63m
Interactive Dino Viewer of 20 dinosaurs includes Fact File, Detailed Tour, Sketch,
360º View, Size Comparison, and Motion.

*****

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
http://www.amnh.org/education/resources/exhibitions/dinosaurs/
http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/dinosaurs/
From the site:
“This cutting-edge exhibition reveals how current thinking about dinosaur biology has changed dramatically over the past two decades.”

[NOTE: Other exhibitions previously posted.
http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/past/?src=e_p%20%20%20%20%20%20- Phyllis ]

Site found in:
ResourceShelf
http://www.resourceshelf.com
July 13-19, 2007

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Press Release:
Unnatural Disaster: Global Warming and Our National Parks
Source: National Parks Conservation Association
Date: July 11, 2007
http://www.npca.org/media_center/press_releases/2007/071007_globalwarmingnational.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/3cq2nf
From press release:
“The National Parks Conservation Association new report, Unnatural Disaster: Global Warming and Our National Parks, recommends federal, state, local, and individual action, warning that if steps are not taken to slow or halt climate change, Yosemite and other western parks will see more wildfires, the Blue Ridge Parkway will see more ‘code red’ days, and Cape Hatteras’ famous lighthouse will have to be moved again before it washes away.

“Unfortunately, instead of curbing the pollutants that contribute to global warming, the Environmental Protection Agency recently took steps that could pave the way for new coal-fired power plants to emit more pollution into our national parks. The National Parks Conservation Association is urging the agency to abandon the proposal.”

Full Report:
http://www.npca.org/globalwarming/unnatural_disaster.pdf

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The ResourceShelf & DocuTicker Team
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"Post via ResourceShelf"
for even more resources visit
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Americanisms: words uniquely American in origin.
http://www.epodunk.com/americanisms.html

ABCya! (K-5)
http://www.abcya.com/
From the site:
“ABCya! is a new and exciting way for elementary students to learn on the web. All educational games and activities were created by teachers for kids! Activities are modeled from primary grade lessons and enhanced to provide an interactive way to learn. Below you will find links to interactive games separated by grade level. The lessons incorporate content areas such as math and reading while introducing basic computer skills. Many of the kindergarten and first grade games are equipped with sound to enhance understanding. While sound is not required, it can greatly improve preliterate students understanding.”

Site found in:
=======
The Scout Report
May 25, 2007
Volume 13, Number 20

The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070525.php

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Monterey Bay Aquarium: Seafood Watch Program [pdf]
http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cr/seafoodwatch.asp

As an old saying goes, “There are only so many fish in the sea”, and this is a saying that is becoming more and more true each year. With that in mind, the Monterey Bay Aquarium has developed the Seafood Watch site to help people make informed decisions about purchasing different types of seafood. The site contains sections such as “Which Seafood To Buy & Why”, “Why Your Choices Matter”, and “What You Can Do”. In the “Which Seafood to Buy & Why” section, visitors can take a look at some regional seafood guides and also learn which types of seafood are most endangered. Visitors can also order free copies of these guides online and also sign up to receive their free newsletter. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

Site found in:
CPL Internet Gazette
Volume 9, Issue 7
July, 2007
http://commack.suffolk.lib.ny.us/gazette_july07.html

There's been a lot written lately about fish -- which are healthy to eat,
which are endangered, etc. Oceans Alive, http://www.oceansalive.org/eat.cfm,
is part of the Environmental Defense Network. The "Best and Worst Seafood"
lists seafood that is caught or farmed responsibly and lists fish that are
high in contaminants. You can print the Pocket Seafood Selector to refer to
when you shop or go out to eat. Take a look at "Eco-Best and Eco-Worst
Fish" for a list of fish that are "healthy for the oceans and safe to
eat." "Consumption Advisories" provides a detailed chart of "how many
meals of this fish can I safely eat per month." I think you'll find a lot of
the information quite surprising. A "Buying Guide" explains how you can tell
that the fish you buy is fresh, and for your unanswered questions you can
check out the "Seafood Selector FAQs."

[NOTE: See Also: Web Resources
http://www.oceansalive.org/explore.cfm?subnav=webresources
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/38q5hm - Phyllis ]

Frogs.org
http://www.frogs.org/getinfo/index.asp
From the site:
“Come explore the world of frogs.”

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Amphibian Alert!
http://www.scz.org/amphibian_alert.html
From the site:
“Amphibian Alert! This downloadable curriculum aims to teach children what amphibians are and why amphibian population declines are important to scientists and communities throughout the world. The amphibian decline dilemma represents an outstanding opportunity for educators to introduce into the classroom a real-world problem that is being addressed by science. You need not be a science specialist to teach the Amphibian Alert! curriculum.”

Site found in:
From: Weekly Teacher Tip Newsletter
Subject: Teacher Tips #366: Oceans Issue
Date: Mon, 09 Jul 2007 15:42:57 -0400

Oceans Teaching Theme
http://www.teachnology.com/themes/science/oceans/

Site contains links to Hands On Activities, Teacher Resources, Work Sheets, Lesson Plans, Web Quests, Interactive Sites, Background Information, and more. NOTE: Many are free, access to some requires paid membership.

---------Forwarded Message--------
Site of the Day for Thursday, July 5, 2007

Liberty! The American Revolution
http://www.pbs.org/ktca/liberty/chronicle.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Today's site, from the U.S. Public Broadcasting Service, presents a lively
and informative look at the formation of America. Gentle Subscribers will
discover a well-designed and engaging historical presentation which
attempts to capture the turmoil and intensity of the revolutionary period.

"Read all about it! These newspaper Chronicles let you experience
first-hand the excitement and uncertainty of the American Revolution as it
happened. ... the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a
loosely connected group of states to become a nation." -from the website

Focusing on the centers of Boston, Philadelphia and Trenton, among others,
the site provides a city by city selection of pivotal events from 1760 to
1791. With coverage of reverberating acts such as the Boston Tea Party done
in a newspaper style, the exhibit conveys some of the drama experienced by
the colonists of the period. An informative timeline places the events of
the Revolution in an easy to view perspective. In addition to the
historical chronicle, the presentation also gives an overview of life in
the colonies as well as offering a global perspective of what was happening
elsewhere at the time. There's even a little game to challenge visitors on
their knowledge of revolutionary history.

March over to the site for an interesting exhibit on the American
Revolution at:

http://www.pbs.org/ktca/liberty/chronicle.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

BBC: Interactive Timelines
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/interactive/timelines/

British History Timeline
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/launch_tl_british.shtml
From the site:
“Explore all of British history, from the Neolithic to the present day, with this easy-to-use interactive timeline. Browse hundreds of key events and discover how the past has shaped the world we live in today.”

Archaeology: Ages of Treasure Timeline
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/archaeology/excavations_techniques/launch_tl_ages_treasure.shtml
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/3xe6ce
From the site:
“From the Palaeolithic to the Norman Conquest, explore archaeological sites and treasures from the past, then test yourself on the eras and events in the Ages of Treasure game.”

British History: Ages of English Timeline
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/launch_tl_ages_english.shtml
From the site:
“Rogues, knights and fops chart the history of the language. From a West Saxon dialect to a global phenomenon, from runes to rap, the development of English follows a fascinating trail.
Ever wondered how Beowulf sounded? Why 'pickleherring' was one of Johnson's choice insults? Explore the ten ages of English in this interactive timeline and find out.”

Kings and Queens Through Time
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/launch_tl_kings_queens.shtml
“A timeline of dynasties and key events. Put the kings and queens of England, and later the United Kingdom, in their proper place. Examine the contemporary portraits and key events from each period and then play the Royal House game. The game launch button is in the top right hand corner of the animation.
There are four periods to explore. The Plantagenets and the Houses of Lancaster and York are featured in the first period, the Tudors and Stuarts in the second, and the House of Hanover in the third. The timeline concludes with the Windsors.”

Prime Ministers and Politics Timeline
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/launch_tl_politics_pm.shtml
From the site:
“Three hundred years of high ideals and low cunning. Do you know which prime minister brought 'fallen women' to 10 Downing Street? Or which one fought a duel? Or who was known as 'the Goat'?
Do you know when women got the vote, or who built the British Empire, or how Earl Grey made democracy, not tea?
Take a political journey through nearly 300 years of high ideals and low cunning, from Tony Blair to the first man to hold prime ministerial powers, Robert Walpole.”


Genocide Under the Nazis Timeline – 1933-1945
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/worldwars/genocide/launch_tl_persecution_genocide.shtml
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2mjp3a
From the site:
“A unique timeline depicting the events that led to genocide. Between 1933 and 1945, Nazi Germany persecuted and killed vast numbers of people who did not conform to its ideas of racial and biological 'purity'.
This timeline takes you through all 12 years of Nazi rule. But it deliberately deprives you of the benefit of hindsight or a view of the future, ensuring you experience events in the sequence they happened to those who lived through them.
Hitler did not take power with a clear plan for Jews, 'Gypsies', the disabled and other groups. Instead, his regime gradually adopted ever more radical 'solutions', culminating in genocide and mass murder.
The timeline will allow you to decide if you too would have accepted the drip-drip of events that led to killing on an unimaginable scale.”

Birmingham Holocaust Education Committee
http://bhamholocausteducation.org/PowerPOintPresentations.htm

The Holocaust PowerPoint Presentation
(with teacher notes) ▪ 389 slides
▪ approximately 120 MB
▪ requires PowerPoint to view
▪ download required
▪ allow ample time for download

Slide Show as a PDF
(no teacher notes) ▪ 388 Slides
▪ requires Adobe Reader to view

Teacher Notes Only ▪ Includes all notes from PowerPoint
▪ 286 pages
▪ Includes Table of Contents

This Month in Holocaust History
http://bhamholocausteducation.org/JFR.htm

Web Links
http://bhamholocausteducation.org/web_links.htm

[SEE ALSO:
The New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education
http://www.state.nj.us/education/holocaust/curriculum/index.html

Web Links
http://www.state.nj.us/education/holocaust/links.html
- Phyllis ]

Site found in:
From: A&E and BIO Classroom
This Week's Educational Programming Update
Date: Fri, 12 Oct 2007

A&E Classroom is an hour long, commercial-free, copyright cleared
programming block that airs Tuesday through Saturday in the U.S. from
4-5 am ET & PT/3-4 am CT.

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A&E Classroom Programming Special Event: The Impressionists, Airs
Monday- Thursday, October 15th- 18th at 4am/3c (Classroom Hour) with a
Special Web Exhibit!

The Impressionists
Monday- Thursday, October 15th- 18th at 4am/3c

Impressionism emerged in late nineteenth-century France as a reaction
to the constraints of traditional art, also known as Academic art.
Impressionist painters such as Claude Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir,
Camille Pissarro, Edgar Degas, and Berthe Morisot shared a commitment
to depicting modern life and painting in the open air. Starting in the
1860s, these painters developed an array of artistic techniques which
focused on shifting light and color in an effort to capture the
essence of feelings and experiences rather than to simply portray
places and events with accuracy. This new style of painting launched a
revolution in the art world, and inspired generations of painters. The
four-hour special series, The Impressionists, explores the lives and
masterpieces of these five individuals who forever changed the way the
world would view art.

Curriculum Links:
The Impressionists is suitable for use in art, art history,
literature, World Cultures, and Global Studies classes. It is
appropriate for middle school and high school.

Special Web Exhibit Available:
As a companion to this series, A&E has created a special website
devoted to Impressionist artists and their world. This interactive
online exhibit features rich and colorful images, extensive background
information, a creative quiz to test student knowledge, and helpful
links to find more information about these important artists and their
era.
http://biography.com/impressionists/

Sites found in:

Librarians' Internet Index
Websites you can trust!

NEW THIS WEEK, July 19, 2007
Read This Online : http://lii.org/cs/lii/print/news/107

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Vent Haven Museum
The website for this ventriloquism museum features photos and audio and video clips highlighting some of the figures, images, and other memorabilia in the museum's collections. Also includes a "Figure of the Month" with images and trivia, a link to details about the annual museum-hosted ventriloquism convention, and related material.
URL: http://www.venthavenmuseum.net/
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80 Years of Robots in Hollywood
This article highlights films that have featured robots, starting with Fritz Lang's 1927 "Metropolis," and including "The Stepford Wives," "Star Wars," "Alien," "Blade Runner," and others. It also provides links to three other articles related to the 2007 film "Transformers." From Time Magazine.
URL: http://www.time.com/time/specials/2007/article/0,28804,1639033_1639027,00.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2tjr3q
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Lady Bird Johnson
Companion to a 2001 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) documentary exploring different chapters in the life of Lady Bird Johnson, who died on July 11, 2007. Includes "transcripts of the film, background essays, key speeches and diary entries and detailed timelines." Important events in her life include Lyndon Johnson's 10-week courtship of Lady Bird and her nationwide beautification campaign. Also includes audio of a July 2007 reflection about her life and legacy.
URL: http://www.pbs.org/ladybird/
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Lady Bird Johnson Final Tribute
Website created to celebrate the life and legacy of former First Lady Claudia Alta (Lady Bird) Taylor Johnson, who died in July 2007. Features a biography that includes a discussion of how "she inspired the passage of the Beautification Act of 1965 ... which cemented environmentalism as a top priority in the United States," link to an image gallery, and quotes by and about her. From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
URL: http://www.ladybirdjohnsontribute.org/
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The History of Plastics
Overview of the development of artificial plastics. Includes discussion of natural polymers from tropical trees and the vulcanization of rubber, semi-synthetics (such as celluloid), thermosetting plastics (such as Bakelite), amino plastics (such as melamine), thermoplastics, and high-tech plastics. Also includes images of selected plastic items and a short timeline. From the British Plastics Federation (BPF), a trade association.
URL: http://www.bpf.co.uk/bpfindustry/History_of_Plastics.cfm
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Site of the Day for Friday, July 6, 2007

American Film Institute's Top 100 Movies of All Time
http://connect.afi.com/site/PageServer?pagename=micro_100landing%20

If the above URL wraps in your e-mail client, enter it all on one line in
your browser or use this TinyURL:

http://tinyurl.com/28o64u

Today's site offers what some might consider the definitive or at least
highly authoritative, compilation of the best 100 American movies. Gentle
Subscribers, who revel in controversial lists, may enjoy this particular
ranking of films for the ones which made the cut and the ones inexplicably
omitted.

"You've come to the right place to find official information and downloads
for AFI's 100 Years . . .100 Movies series. Ten years after the very first
list in the series -- the 100 greatest American films of all time -- AFI's
experts have taken another look and movie lovers have been waiting for the
result. Now, the new top 100 movies list has been revealed." - from the
website

The site provides the new list of the Top 100 Movies of All Time which was
released earlier this year, an update from the 10 year old previous
ranking. Discover what tops the list as the best ever movie. A downloadable
file of the complete list is available, while the site offers a Flash tour
of the current Top 100 Movies. Always of interest are the trivia snippets
surrounding such endeavors which may be found in the "Facts about Top 100"
section, including the films on the former list which didn't make the grade
this time.

Hustle over to the site for a look at the 100 best American movies list at:

http://connect.afi.com/site/PageServer?pagename=micro_100landing%20

If the above URL wraps in your e-mail client, enter it all on one line in
your browser or use this TinyURL:

http://tinyurl.com/28o64u

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

PBS’s Blythe Bennett's Recommended Site

Girls Go Tech
http://www.girlsgotech.org/

Today's Techie Girls!
Math, science and technology play an important part in our lives and the lives of today's girls. Visit this fun site to practice writing secret messages, making mandalas, thinking and brain pathways, and creating digital music. Games require Flash.
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

AMEX: Technology
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/technology/

The Telephone
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/telephone/index.html

Technology Timeline: 1750 - 1990
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/telephone/timeline/f_timeline.html

Special Feature: Forgotten Inventors
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/telephone/sfeature/index.html

Big Dreams, Small Screen
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/technology/bigdream/

New York Underground
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/technology/nyunderground/

[NOTE: Some of these sites were previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Sites found in:
Weekly Tips For Teachers #367: Human Body Issue
Tue, 17 Jul 2007

To view this week’s Teacher Tips newsletter, go to:
http://www.teachnology.com/newsletters/367.html

Human Body Teaching Theme
http://www.teachnology.com/themes/science/humanb/
Site contains links to Hands On Activities, Teacher Resources, Work Sheets, Lesson Plans, Web Quests, Interactive Sites, Background Information, and more. NOTE: Many are free, access to some requires paid membership.

Anatomy
http://www.teach-nology.com/teachers/subject_matter/science/anatomy/
Annotated links to 6 sites.

Site found in:

The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #462 7/5/2007

Body Smart

The human body is a marvelous creation of interconnected systems, truly one
of Nature's most impressive achievements. Increase your anatomical I.Q. at
GetBodySmart.Com, an online resource that examines the intricacies of human
anatomy and physiology.

Click on one of the current topics and you'll find interactive,
Flash-animated guides to the "Skeletal", "Nervous", "Cardiovascular",
"Muscular", "Circulatory", "Urinary", and "Respiratory" systems of the
body. Students, teachers, and anyone who wants to learn more about the way
the body works will enjoy this unique look at our biological architecture.

http://www.getbodysmart.com/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

Sites found in:
Thirteen Ed Online Bulletin -- October 2007
THIRTEEN/WNET NEW YORK'S MONTHLY UPDATE FOR EDUCATORS
Date: Tue, 09 Oct 2007

October Theme: THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/heart/

October 15, 9PM on Thirteen/WNET;
THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART: "ENDLESSLY BEATING"
THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART examines the heart as a muscle — pumping almost 100,000 times a day and delivering oxygen to every cell in the human body. It tells the story of the normal heart through the histories of three people with coping with end-stage heart failure.
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October 15, 10PM
THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART: "THE SPARK OF LIFE"
THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART looks at the physiological electrical mechanisms that keep a heart beating regularly and efficiently — and what happens when this most essential rhythm of life goes awry.
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Award-winning filmmaker David Grubin has produced a fascinating new series, THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART, which provides an in-depth look at the structure and workings of this essential organ. On October 12th, lesson plans will be available for grades 9-12 science and health classes. Each lesson plan is designed for use with video segments from the show and will promote active scientific exploration. Students will learn about the processes and standards of scientific inquiry, design and conduct scientific investigations, and communicate and defend scientific arguments.

THE MYSTERIOUS HUMAN HEART Discussion Guide is a useful tool for adults and students interested in learning more about the heart and the causes and prevention of cardiovascular disease. In addition to program information, it includes essays for parents and for women as well as questions that will foster thought and discussion. To receive a free copy, e-mail us at guiderequest@thirteen.org. Please put HEART GUIDE on the subject line.

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NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Could your teen be experiencing dating abuse? Unfortunately, partner abuse is beginning earlier than many of us may have thought. One in five teens who have been in a relationship report being hit, slapped or pushed by a partner.

Liz Claiborne Inc. has been raising awareness of the issue of teen dating abuse through its Love is Not Abuse campaign. Their website http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/ provides information on the warning signs, as well as a teen dating abuse curriculum, free of charge.

Handbooks on how teens can talk to other teens about the issue, and on how parents can address the topic with teens, are available from The National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline at http://www.loveisrespect.org/. If you know a teen who needs help, or you want to speak with an expert on the subject, log on to http://www.loveisrespect.org/, or call the Helpline at 866-331-9474.

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Nature
The Good, the Bad, and the Grizzly
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Sunday, October 14, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
Once on the edge of extinction, grizzlies have made a
remarkable recovery. But this fierce predator is no longer
content foraging in the back country. Today, bears are
everywhere. This film tells the story of a great conservation
success story - the rescue of the once all-but-extinguished
grizzly population of Yellowstone - and how that success has
spawned a complex web of new social and environmental problems
for our most beloved national park and the people who live near
it. (CC, Stereo)

Explore an interactive anatomy of a glacier

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/thegrizzly/
[NOTE: Previously posted. Originally broadcast Nov. 2004. - Phyllis ]

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The Mysterious Human Heart
Endlessly Beating
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Monday, October 15, 2007
9 - 10:00 pm
This in-depth, comprehensive television series from
award-winning filmmaker David Grubin examines the heart: how it
works, what can go wrong with it and how we treat it. The first
hour examines the heart as a muscle -- pumping almost 100,000
times a day, pushing six liters of blood in a ceaseless circuit
to deliver oxygen to every cell in the human body. (CC, Stereo,
1 year)

Log on to the companion Web site to take a tour of the human
heart and find a healthy heart guide.

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/heart/


The Mysterious Human Heart
The Spark of Life
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Monday, October 15, 2007
10 - 11:00 pm
This episode looks at the physiological electrical mechanisms
that keep a heart beating regularly and efficiently -- and what
happens when this most essential rhythm of life goes awry. The
program takes viewers from New York to Brazil and into the
lives of patients who suffer similar symptoms that actually
signal different disorders. The range of treatment options --
if not cures -- is startling. (CC, Stereo, 1 year)

Log on to the companion Web site to take a tour of the human
heart and find a healthy heart guide.

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/heart/

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NOVA
The Ghost in Your Genes
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
In a provocative report from the frontiers of biology, NOVA
explores new findings that call into question the long-held
belief that all inherited traits are passed on by our genes.
The fast-growing field of epigenetics investigates hidden
influences that could affect not only our health today but that
of our descendants far into the future. (CC, Stereo, HD, 1 year)

Log on to the companion Web site to ask geneticist Randy Jirtle
questons.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/genes/
[NOTE: Teaching guide pasted below. – Phyllis ]

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Online NewsHour EXTRA
Sputnik Launches 50 Years of Space Race
Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12

When the Soviet Union launched a basketball-sized satellite
into space October 4, 1957, it shocked the world and set off a
space race.

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/features/july-dec07/sputnik_10-03.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/26rfyu

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Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:23:56 EST
Subject: [NOVA Teachers] Ghost in Your Genes airs Oct. 16

Hello Educators,

In next week's airing of "Ghost in Your Genes," NOVA reveals the
clues that have led scientists to believe that something else besides
genes may determine who and how we are. The program explores what's
known as the epigenome, a network of chemical switches that plays a
role in our biological fates. (Subjects covered: life science,
genetics)
<<<>>>
Regards,
Karen Hartley
Teachers Editor
NOVA Web Site
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/
E-mail: NOVA_Teachers@wgbh.org

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NOVA presents "Ghost in Your Genes"
Broadcast: Tuesday, October 16, 2007
http://www.pbs.org/nova/genes
(NOVA airs on PBS at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings as
broadcast dates and times may vary. This program can be used up to
one year after it is recorded off the air.)

Epigenetic Therapy
http://www.pbs.org/nova/genes/issa.html
Learn what epigenetics is, how it may cause disease, why
epigenetic changes accumulate with age, and more in this
interview with Dr. Jean-Pierre Issa. (Grades 9-12)

Ask the Expert
http://www.pbs.org/nova/genes/expert.html
Send in questions about epigenetics for geneticist Randy Jirtle.
(Questions due by Wednesday, October 17; selected responses will
be posted on Monday, October 22.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

A Tale of Two Mice
http://www.pbs.org/nova/genes/mice.html
Hear in this audio slide show how the epigenome can make
identical-twin mice appear so different. (Flash plug-in
required.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Gene Switches
http://www.pbs.org/nova/genes/fate.html
Find out in this slide show how fruit fly genes get expressed
during development. (Flash plug-in required; printable version
available.) (Grades 9-12)

Teacher's Guide
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/programs/3413_genes.html
In this classroom activity, students model how scientists use
microarrays to determine levels of gene expression, and then
choose treatments based on what they learn. (Grades 9-12)

Program Transcript
http://www.pbs.org/nova/transcripts/3413_genes.html
The site includes a complete narration for this program.

Plus Watch a Preview and Links & Books.

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Hi! It's Monday, July 16, 2007 and time for Math at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
Maths Dictionary for Kids
http://www.homefires.com/click?amathsdictionaryfo
http://www.teachers.ash.org.au/jeather/maths/dictionary.html
[NOTE: Previously posted. Site updated for 2007- Phyllis ]

Age Range: 7-14 (approximately)

ClickSchooling list member Annette Hall recommended today's website that
provides a Math Dictionary for kids. There's a definition, explanation, and
illustrated example of every math term from "Abacus to Zero."

When you get to the site you'll see that terms are sorted in alphabetical
order. So, if you want to know about acute triangles (for example), simply
click on the letter "Aa" of the Math Dictionary. A list of math terms
beginning with the letter "A" will pop up. Then search the list for "acute
triangle" and click on it. A definition pops up on the screen with an
illustrated example, and info on other types of triangles as well.

The explanations are simple and the illustrations are colorful and
eye-catching -- making it very appealing to kids of all ages. This is a
terrific resource to use to introduce new terminology or refresh your memory
about math terms you may have forgotten.


Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved
http://www.Homefires.com/
http://www.Carschooling.com/
http://www.UniversalPreschool.com/


Note: We make every effort to recommend websites that have content that is appropriate for general audiences. Parents should ALWAYS preview the sites for suitable content.

Click Schooling (Clickschooling) is a Federally Registered Trademark.

Sites found in:
Librarians' Internet Index
Websites you can trust!
NEW THIS WEEK, June 28, 2007
Read This Online : http://lii.org/cs/lii/print/news/104

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Rare Book Room
This "educational site [is] intended to allow the visitor to examine and read some of the great books of the world." Includes digitized facsimiles of "some of the great books in science, including books by Galileo, Newton, Copernicus, Kepler, Einstein, [and] Darwin"; most of the Shakespeare Quartos; musical scores by Beethoven and Mozart; the 1455 Gutenberg Bible held by the Library of Congress; and many more. Searchable, or browsable by topic, author, or library.
URL: http://www.rarebookroom.org/
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Ancient Gold Center Discovered on the Nile
June 2007 article about the discovery of "evidence of large-scale gold extraction in the ancient Nubian kingdom of Kush [that] has been found along the Nile River. ... The discovery is part of a race to save as many antiquities as possible before a dam inundates a hundred-mile (160-kilometer) stretch of the Nile in northern Sudan." Includes photos and links to related material. From National Geographic News.
URL: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/06/070619-gold-nile.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2wwawu
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24075

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Indigenous Australia
"This site explores Indigenous Australia through storytelling, cultures and histories. ... You can also use this site to find out about the Indigenous Australia exhibition at the Australian Museum." Features timelines, audio and video clips of stories from the cultures of indigenous Australians, a virtual tour of the museum exhibit (may not work in all browsers), and essays about cultural heritage, spirituality, family, land, and social justice. From the Australian Museum.
URL: http://www.dreamtime.net.au/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24058
[NOTE: The page on Stories of the Dreaming was previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Australian Indigenous People: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Inhabitants of Australia
Extensive collection of links to websites related to indigenous populations in Australia. Topics include biographies, art and artists, writers, community leaders, music, politicians, athletes, culture, history, language, reconciliation, land rights, sacred sites, and more. From the P.L. Duffy Resource Centre, Trinity College, Western Australia.
URL: http://www.trinity.wa.edu.au/plduffyrc/indig/
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Chemical of the Week: Fireworks
This explanation of the chemistry of fireworks discusses the compounds that produce specific colors of fireworks, the production and ignition of fireworks, the reactions (oxidations and reductions) that cause the explosions, fireworks safety, and the origins of gunpowder. From a chemistry professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
URL: http://scifun.chem.wisc.edu/chemweek/fireworks/fireworks.htm
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/y4uwqn
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24061
[NOTE: See Also: a list of the current Chemical of the Week titles
http://scifun.chem.wisc.edu/chemweek/chemweek.html- Phyllis ]

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Librarians' Internet Index
Websites You Can Trust!
http://lii.org/

Copyright 2007 by Librarians' Internet Index.

Chemistry Experiment Simulations, Tutorials and Conceptual Computer Animations for Introduction to College Chemistry (aka General Chemistry)
http://www.chem.iastate.edu/group/Greenbowe/sections/projectfolder/animationsindex.htm
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/4yfkb
From the site:
“Some of the animations are designed to be used by chemistry instructors in presentations. These do not have directions or other information. Other animations are designed for students to use on their own or in group-work. Some of the animations and simulations have guided-inquiry tutorials to accompany them.”

Resources for Chemistry Educators
http://www.chem1.com/chemed/index.shtml
“A selective, annotated collection of the best Web links for Chemistry teachers and course developers”
[NOTE: Other pages from this site previously posted. – Phyllis ]

Sites found in:
The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #455 5/17/07
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All About Butterflies

Few creatures in nature, if any, capture our hearts and inspire our dreams
the way that butterflies do. Lepidopterology, the technical term for the
study of these wondrous winged insects, is an apt name for a website that
serves as a scientific portal dedicated entirely to the beautiful butterfly.

Take your time fluttering around this fun site, which contains enough
butterfly-related information to satisfy even the most die-hard of
enthusiasts. Highlights include and "e-Museum" with real photos and
sketches of specimen, a detailed virtual Almanac of the Lepidoptera, and a
section of poetry and quotations that pay tribute to this "flying flower".

http://lepidopterology.com/

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The Latest Fashion

Fashion has never been accused of being important or necessary, but it is
terribly guilty of purveying an addictive mix of beauty, glamour, whimsy,
and genuine creativity. If you like to stay in the "know", or have recently
been bitten by the fashion bug, then you will definitely want to bookmark
this stylish website.

The Hint Fashion Magazine site provides an insider's peek into the beauty
in front, and the business behind, this superficial but hugely profitable
industry. Fashionistas can get updates on the latest news and gossip in
the "Jetsetera" section, see profiles of the hottest new models, and read
articles on the many designers, photographers, hairstylists, make-up
artists, and "personalities" making fashionable waves today.

http://www.hintmag.com/

Site found in:

The World Almanac E-Newsletter
Volume 07, Number 07 — July 2007
http://www.worldalmanac.com/newsletter/200707WAE-Newsletter.html

Select: Special Feature: The CIA Turns 60

Alex's Paper Airplanes
http://www.paperairplanes.co.uk
Links
http://www.paperairplanes.co.uk/links.php

[NOTE: Previously posted. Site updated. - Phyllis ]

Sites found in:
Don's Patch #73 from http://www.don-guitar.com/ July 1, 2007

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Behind the Scenes:
The Surprising Truth Behind the Construction of the Great Pyramids
http://thepyramids.notlong.com/

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Library of House Greydragon: Medieval lore.
http://www.greydragon.org/library/index.html

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Paper Airplanes
http://lifeandhealth.guardian.co.uk/guides/paperplanes/0,,,00.html

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Archives for this ezine are available online here:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/donspatch/

Sites found in:

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The Scout Report
July 13, 2007
Volume 13, Number 27
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070713.php

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Imaging the French Revolution [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://chnm.gmu.edu/revolution/imaging/

Any good historian knows that to create a multifaceted and thorough portrait
of any historical event or process it is important to draw on a multitude of
primary and secondary sources. For example, if one merely relied on Edmund
Burke’s “Reflections on the French Revolution”, he or she would certainly
craft a rather one-sided portrait of this monumental event in world history.
For more diverse opinions, this project, created by the Center for History &
New Media at George Mason University and the Department of History at UCLA,
takes on the popular images of the French Revolution. Visitors to the site
can read essays by various scholars that analyze differing depictions of the
Revolutionary crowd. There are some real gems here, and visitors can also
view the actual images themselves, which are contained on the site in the
“Images” area. Additionally, the site contains an archived discussion area,
which contains comments on the power of images, the relationship between
text and images, and appropriately enough, the advantages and disadvantages
of online collaboration. [KMG]
[NOTE: Home page (http://chnm.gmu.edu/revolution/ ) previously posted.
Site updated - Phyllis ]

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Science as Storytelling [pdf]
http://serc.carleton.edu/teacherprep/resources/activities/storytelling.html

Science has many compelling and fascinating stories, and thinking about
teaching science through the use of narratives can be a rewarding idea for
educators. This particular classroom exercise was peer-reviewed by
participants at the 2007 “Preparing Teachers to Teach Earth Science
Workshop” at Carleton College, and was authored by B.R. Bickmore and D.A.
Grandy of Brigham Young University. The exercise is designed to help
students gain a more sophisticated conception of the nature of science as
well as to help students “become more able to critically and insightfully
address science-religion conflict.” The site contains further teaching notes
and tips, learning goals, and the actual essay that is used in this
particular exercise. [KMG]

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xyAlgebra
http://www.xyalgebra.org/

For students in college-level math courses, revisiting algebra can be a
challenge, and learning for it the first time can prove to be tricky as
well. This website, created by Professor John Miller of the City College of
the City University of New York (CUNY) contains a very helpful tutorial
application that can help students master different aspects of algebra. This
application features explanations of 320 different aspects of algebra, step-
by-step sample problems, and even hints to help students along their way.
Visitors will also appreciate the fact that the website contains several
demos and a set of resources for instructors. [KMG]

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World Monuments Watch [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.worldmonumentswatch.org/

Whether from civil unrest or environmental degradation, many of the world’s
great cultural and historical landmarks remain threatened. Fortunately,
there are groups like the World Monument Watch who keep close tabs on the
state of these important resources. Recently, the group released their list
of the 100 most endangered sites for 2008, and for people with an interest
in cultural heritage management and related topics, this site will certainly
merit several visits. On the site, visitors can traipse on through an
interactive map of the world to learn about each site. For each site,
visitors will find a photograph of the landmark, a short essay on the
history of each landmark, and some explanation of the reasons for its
inclusion on the list. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

EquMath
http://equmath.net/
From the site:
“EquMath is resource for math lessons from Algebra to Differential Equations!
It's a study site for high school, college students and other learners…

Browse more than 3,700 Math pages filled with short and easy-to-understand explanations.
Choose one of the following subject areas: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Matrix Algebra, or Mathematical Tables.

You can also find topics ranging from simplifying fractions to the cubic formula, from the quadratic equation to Fourier series, from the sine function to systems of differential equations.”

PBS’s Blythe Bennett's Recommended Site

Math with Many Uses!
http://commons.bcit.ca/math/examples/

This handy web site shows how topics such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics intersect with chemistry, forestry, robotics, electronics, and various fields of engineering. Next time your students wonder, "When will I ever use this Math in real life," you can send them to this site.

Sites found in:
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The Scout Report
July 6, 2007
Volume 13, Number 26

The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070706.php

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Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles
http://www.cut-the-knot.org/content.shtml

Created by Alexander Bogomolny, this site is a clearinghouse of fun and
engaging mathematics exercises, puzzles, and other such activities that
teachers can utilize in their classrooms. Of course, students might happen
across the site and they might become math converts along the way. First-
time visitors might wish to read Bogomolny’s “manifesto” for the site, and
then they can dive right into the material offered here. The offerings are
divided into a number of sections, including “Visual Illusions”, “Algebra”,
and “Probability”. One particularly nice feature of the site is that many of
the exercises and activities here are accompanied by helpful Java applets
that include charts, graphs, and other such dynamic elements. Finally,
visitors shouldn’t leave without visiting the “Mathematical Droodles”
section as it’s both engaging and thought-provoking. [KMG]
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Summer of Love: Art of the Psychedelic Era [QuickTime, iTunes]
http://whitney.org/www/exhibition/SOL_exhib.jsp

The memories of 1967’s “Summer of Love” may have faded from the minds of
some, but for those who were there it will be hard to forget the music or
the spirit of those times. The Whitney Museum in New York has not forgotten
this brief, yet productive, period in American contemporary art and popular
culture. To explore this period from the late 1960s to the early 1970s, they
have brought together a wide ranging selection of paintings, photographs,
sculptures, important posters, and other ephemeral items from that period.
While the show will not leave New York, the Whitney has created this nice
selection of materials from the galleries and placed them online here.
Visitors can listen to a podcast about the show, click on digitized versions
of some of the artworks, and also view a timeline of some of the period’s
notable “happenings”. [KMG]

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GeoBirds [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://geobirds.com/

There are in fact many, many sites about ornithology, but few have as much
of a user-friendly and lively appearance as Geobirds. Billed as “your online
birding community”, the site contains sections like “What bird was that?”,
“Share”, and “Learn”. In the “What bird was that?” area, visitors are taken
into the colorful “BirdBrain” interface, which allows them the opportunity
to navigate around the United States to begin determining which type of bird
they may have spotted. It’s quite a bit of fun, and the interface is easy to
use. In the “Share” section, visitors can let fellow users know what they
have seen recently by adding their bird-watching data to this interactive
map of North America. The site is rounded out by the “Learn” section, which
includes an online field guide (complete with photographs and full
descriptions) that allows users to learn about everything from the Albert’s
Towhee to the Zone-tailed hawk. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

Site found in:

NEAT NEW STUFF, JULY 13, 2007

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Animation World Magazine
http://mag.awn.com/
Offers profiles, reviews, tutorials, a student corner, calendar of
events, job listings, a searchable archive, a variety of columns ("Fresh
from the Festivals," "Career Coach," "3D for Beginners," "Anime Reviews,"
etc.), and more.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

Sites found in:

Librarians' Internet Index
Websites you can trust!
NEW THIS WEEK, July 12, 2007
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NY Draft Riots
This illustrated presentation recounts the events of the New York City Draft Riots of July 1863, violent reactions to U.S. Civil War draft legislation and related political and social tensions. Includes maps showing the locations of events in Manhattan. From the New Media Lab, City University of New York (CUNY).
URL: http://www.virtualny.cuny.edu/draftriots/Intro/draft_riot_intro_set.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2dcav
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24100

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Anna Mary Robertson ("Grandma") Moses
Biography and details about the work of self-taught artist Anna Mary Robertson "Grandma" Moses (1860-1961), whose work was "discovered" in 1938. Includes images of selected paintings, listings of exhibitions, a brief timeline, and related material. From Galerie St. Etienne, the New York gallery that "mounted Grandma Moses's first one-woman exhibition in 1940 and represented her for the remainder of her life."
URL: http://gseart.com/moses.html
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24113

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Degas
Online exhibit exploring the life and work of French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Some of the topics covered include Degas' artistic style, subjects of his art (including laundresses, ballet, and women bathing), and art collected by Degas. Provides a glossary and selected bibliography. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
URL: http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/Degas/html/index.html
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/24101
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Copyright 2007 by Librarians' Internet Index.

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AASC Feature of the Month: October 2007
OXFORD AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES CENTER
Feature of the Month Email

OCTOBER 2007 FEATURE OF THE MONTH
Spotlight on the Civil Rights Movement
http://www.oxfordaasc.com/public/features/current/index.jsp
[Scroll down for free subject articles, biographies, and primary source documents]

Dear Feature of the Month Subscriber,

The Oxford African American Studies Center’s Feature of the Month has been updated!

This month, the editors of the African American Studies Center share highlights of the Civil Rights Movement.

THE FREEDOM TO SPEAK, THE FREEDOM TO SEE
Paul Finkelman, a distinguished Professor at the University of Tulsa College and Editor in Chief of the Encyclopedia of African American History sets, sets the stage with a contextual account of life in the U.S. leading up to the Civil Rights Movement with this month’s Featured Essay. The featured essay also provides an overview of the numerous ways blacks in the United States were deprived of equal rights.

VIEW FEATURED ESSAY:
http://www.elabs3.com/ct.html?rtr=on&s=ef6,uzu5,5j,1cdm,5seg,eh6y,gfib

To compliment Finkelman’s featured essay, this month’s Photo Essay illustrates the tumultuous time. The essay includes photos and discussions on events and people such as the Little Rock Nine, the “Freedom Ride,” and of course, the 1963 March on Washington.

VIEW PHOTO ESSAY:
http://www.elabs3.com/ct.html?rtr=on&s=ef6,uzu5,5j,k0qt,la4r,eh6y,gfib

SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT
To help guide readers who want to learn more about the history, significance, and lasting impact of the Civil Rights Movement, this month’s feature includes free subject articles (http://www.oxfordaasc.com/public/features/current/index.jsp ) taken from the African American Studies Center on topics such as Civil Rights Congress, Segregation, Civil Rights Legislation, Civil Rights Cases, and more. Free biographies are also available for individuals like Malcom X, Huey Newton, and Fannie Lou Hamer. And, because of the scale of this month’s particular feature, the African Studies Center has made available more than 15 primary source documents and commentaries from the middle of the 20th century.

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Art Lowe
art.lowe@oup.com
Assistant Marketing Manager
Reference Division
Oxford University Press

# posted by Phyllis @ 10:02 PM 0 comments

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Introducing Biography Channel Classroom
Date: Mon, 08 Oct 2007

Announcing the new Biography Channel Classroom Website!
http://www.biography.com/classroom/
Featuring new interactive teacher resources, Biography study guides,
special web exhibits, and Biography Channel Classroom calendar.

Biography of the MonthAnnouncing a new educational offering from The Biography Channel
Classroom: Biography of the Month Teachers Guide: Pancho Villa
http://www.biography.com/classroom/bio-month.jsp
Each month, The Biography Channel Classroom will highlight animportant figure from history, politics, or the arts with a specialteacher's guide. These guides will include background information,discussion questions, vocabulary words, extended activities, and booksand web links related to the featured Biography.

Special Feature, Biography: Christopher Columbus
http://www.biography.com/columbus/
Looking for classroom resources related to Columbus Day, or for newcontent on the history of explorers and exploration? The BiographyChannel has created an interactive new web exhibition dedicated to thelife and history of Christopher Columbus. This exciting new mini-siteoffers streaming video clips, background information, teacher's tips,and links for more information on Columbus and his voyages.

Special Feature: Hispanic Heritage
http://www.biography.com/hispanic-heritage/
Each year from September 15th through October 15th, schools andfamilies celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to remember and acknowledgethe contributions of Latino and Hispanic individuals from throughoutworld history. Cervantes, Kahlo, Picasso, Villa, Dali, and many otherartists, writers, leaders, athletes, and scientists are explored on aspecial mini-site created for Hispanic Heritage Month. During thismonth and throughout the year, this site is a great resource forexploring important personalities and influential leaders, as well ascurrent programs and educational opportunities for your students. Thissite also includes video clips, interactive games, a photo gallery,links, and updated information related to Hispanic Heritage.


Dear Educators,

We would like to bring to your attention an exciting new website from
The Biography Channel. On this special site, located at
http://www.biography.com/classroom/ we feature teacher's guides,
interactive exhibits, streaming video clips, tools for using Biography
in the classroom, and background information on significant leaders,
movers and shakers, and personalities from throughout world history.
Search this site for information about important historic figures and
leading change-makers from the contemporary world. This regularly
updated site also offers highlights of upcoming educational
programming on The Biography Channel.

Check this site for relevant content on holidays, featured classroom
themes such as Black History Month
(http://www.biography.com/blackhistory/index.jsp ) and Hispanic
Heritage, (http://www.biography.com/hispanic-heritage/ ) and for a
wide range of Biographies to connect with your courses. You will find
that the content on this site links with a wide range of courses, from
history and literature, to civics, politics, the arts, to science and
technology and current events…
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# posted by Phyllis @ 10:01 PM 0 comments

Sites found in:
NEAT NEW STUFF, JUNE 29, 2007

Classic Short Stories
http://www.classicshorts.com/
This sizable collection of classics includes Poe, Orwell, Twain, Balzac,
O.Henry, Melville, H.G. Wells, deMaupassant, and more.

Public Domain Photos
http://www.unclesamsphotos.com/
Two neat things about the US government: they shoot lots of photos on
just about every topic you can imagine, and all of them are in the public
domain.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

Sites found in:
ResearchBuzz #403 -- June 28, 2007
http://www.researchbuzz.com/

** New Online Mildred Wirt Benson (Carolyn Keene) Archive
<http://www.researchbuzz.org/wp/2007/06/27/new-online-mildred-wirt-benson-carolyn-keene-archive/ >
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/36jxhk
When I first saw the press release about the new Mildred Wirt Benson archive, I had one reaction. "The Secret of the Old Clock." The first Nancy Drew novel. Man, I must have read that book twenty times when I was a kid.

Mildred Wirt Benson wrote the first Nancy Drew novel in 1930 under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene, and wrote nearly two dozen of the series. Benson donated her personal papers to the University of Iowa Women's archives, starting in 1992 until her death in 2002. These papers, plus other materials, make up the new Mildred Wirt Benson collection available at http://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/mwb .

From the front page you can browse all the items in the collection or view a timeline, but I recommend looking at the sample categories at the bottom of the page, including biographical information, photographs, and short stories. (Read the autobiographical sketch if you get a chance. I have great respect for people who can write fiction to start with -- but to write so much of it so quickly! -- you'd think she was Georges Simenon.

If you read any of the Nancy Drew books as a kid, the cover gallery will take you back, as it contains sixty covers from not only the Drew series but a variety of other youth series as well. Included here are covers from the "Dan Carter" "Dot and Dash" and "Honey Bunch" series. The second and third pages of covers have more Nancy Drew covers. A lot of these look familiar! When you click on the cover you'll also get the opportunity to look at the other parts of the book -- table of contents, endpapers, flyleaf, title page -- everything but the actual content.

Fascinating to get a glimpse into one of the first writers behind Nancy Drew. Very interesting stuff!

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** Small Civil War Letters Archive at Baylor
<http://www.researchbuzz.org/wp/2007/06/10/small-civil-war-letters-archive-at-baylor/ >
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/3239vh
Baylor University has announced ( http://www.baylor.edu/pr/news.php?action=story&story=45952%20 ) that a small archive of Civil War letters has been digitized and is now available at the Baylor University Library Digital Collections site. http://contentdm.baylor.edu/cdm4/index_05guthrie.php?CISOROOT=/05guthrie
The collection consists of thirty-two letters, mostly between a soldier and his sweetheart.

The letters have been both digitized and transcribed; from the front page of the collection you can browse the letters in chronological order. The next-to-last item is the burial receipt for John Coleman, who wrote most of the letters (he died in 1880) and the last item -- a really nice touch -- is a chronological transcription of all the letters, presented in a PDF file.

Click on a letter and you'll get a good-sized picture; a lot of them are tough to read however (especially the ones written on blue paper.) On the left nav you'll have the option to view the document description (the letter itself), the page description, or the page and text. Choose the page and text option; you'll get a good copy of the letter to browse but also a transcription in a popup window. The transcriptions aren't perfect, but they're very good.

John Coleman is an interesting man. Melancholy, frustrated, worried about his girlfriend and family, occasionally bored, he mixes home and war news equally. His girlfriend writes back patiently, their letters often missing each other. The good transcriptions and the focus on two people make this a fascinating read. Well done Baylor.

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ResearchBuzz is copyright 2007 Tara Calishain. All rights reserved.
Reproduced with permission of ResearchBuzz ( http://www.researchbuzz.com/ ).

Beatrix Potter
http://www.surfnetkids.com/beatrix_potter.htm
From the site:
“Beatrix Potter (1866 - 1943) was an English author, illustrator, and conservationist, best known for her children's books featuring Peter Rabbit and other animal characters. The first draft of "The Story of Peter Rabbit" was based on a letter she wrote to a little boy sick in bed, the son of a favorite governess that had cared for Potter in her childhood.”
Page includes 9 links to related sites (5 annotated, 4 Honorable Mentions).

Sites found in:

Connect-Eng
The newsletter of Web English Teacher
July 9, 2007
_____________________________________________

What’s new at Web English Teacher?

Joan Bauer
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/jbauer.html
Lesson plans for Backwater, Hope was Here, Rules of the Road, and Squashed. (What other titles by Joan Bauer would you like to see on this page?)

Patricia Reilly Giff
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/giff.html
Lesson plans for All the Way Home, Lily’s Crossing, Maggie’s Door, Nory Ryan’s Song, and Pictures of Hollis Woods. (What other titles by Ms. Giff would you like to see on this page?)

Pam Muñoz Ryan
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/ryan.html
Lesson plans for Esperanza Rising. (What other titles by Ms. Ryan would you like to see on this page?)

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Site to Check Out

Word Spy
http://www.wordspy.com/index.asp
From the site: “This Web site is devoted to lexpionage, the sleuthing of new
words and phrases. These aren't "stunt words" or "sniglets," but new terms
that have appeared multiple times in newspapers, magazines, books, Web
sites, and other recorded sources.”
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Carla Beard
Web English Teacher
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/

This newsletter is copyright 2007

Spreading Homework Out So Even Parents Have Some
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/04/education/04homework.html?_r=1&ref=nyregion&oref=slogin
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/29zx4x
[NOTE: May require free registration. – Phyllis ]

Family Genealogy and History Internet Education Directory
http://www.academic-genealogy.com/
From the site:
“worldwide humanities and social sciences mega portal, connected directly to numerously
related sub-sets.”

WQAD Select a Candidate 2008
http://www.wqad.com/Global/link.asp?L=259460
From the site:
“Answer the 11 questions below to find out which candidates are most aligned with your views and opinions. You may skip questions if you do not want them factored into the results. This quiz is not meant to pick your candidate for you. It is designed to inform the public of the various stances candidates make. Results are not scientific.”

Synoptic Map of Billion Dollar U.S. Weather Disasters -1980-2005
http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/oa/reports/billionz.html

The National Climatic Data Center is the 'Nation’s Scorekeeper' in terms of addressing severe weather events in their historical perspective. As part of its responsibility of monitoring and assessing the climate, NCDC tracks and evaluates climate events in the U.S. and globally that have great economic and societal impacts. This web page/report describes those events that have had the greatest economic impact since 1980.

Phyllis' Favorites from CJRLC Newsletter, Oct. 2007, Pg. 3 http://www.cjrlc.org/Newsletter/newsletter.htm
Newsletter Archives
http://www.cjrlc.org/Newsletter/Archives/archiveindex.html


Discoverers Web
http://www.win.tue.nl/cs/fm/engels/discovery/

Eduweb: Educational Web Adventures:
Art, Science, History and Technology - Search by subject or grade
http://www.eduweb.com/portfolio/adventure.php

Fossils, Rocks, and Time
http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/fossils/contents.html

How Products Are Made and Inventor Biographies
http://www.madehow.com/index.html

Inventing Modern America: from the Microwave to the Mouse
http://web.mit.edu/invent/www/ima/
Invention Dimension
http://web.mit.edu/invent/

Jules Verne
http://jv.gilead.org.il/

MENC: The National Assn. for Music Education
http://www.menc.org/

Outline of American History
http://usinfo.state.gov/products/pubs/histryotln/index.htm

Renaissance: The Elizabethan World
http://elizabethan.org/

StateMaster
http://www.statemaster.com/index.php

Teaching with Primary Documents
http://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/index.html

Traditions of the Sun
http://www.traditionsofthesun.org/

"We Didn't Start the Fire"
Double click "Lyrics?" to identify images
http://www.ugcs.caltech.edu/~yeli23/Flash/Fire.html

- Phyllis Anker
- anker@hslc.org

Sites found in:

Librarians' Internet Index
Websites you can trust!

NEW THIS WEEK, June 14, 2007
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Sea Turtles: Ambassadors of the Ocean
This series of essays discusses conservation of endangered sea turtles, covering reasons for conserving them (including "explanations that are valid even to 'anti-environmentalists'"), health assessment of sea turtles, turtle tracking, and related topics. Includes links to other sea turtle content and activities. From the Smithsonian National Zoological Park.
URL: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ConservationAndScience/AquaticEcosystems/SeaTurtles/
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2lejas
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Turtles in Trouble
This short presentation centers on the protection of endangered sea turtles. It includes photos of sea turtles and of the danger they face (such as nets and excessive seaweed), a map showing one sea turtle's migration and a related video clip, and website links. From National Geographic Kids Magazine.
URL: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ngkids/9911/turtle/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/23968

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Site of the Day for Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Coral Realm
http://www.coralrealm.com/

Today's site offers an extensive presentation devoted to all things related
to life in the coral reefs. Gentle Subscribers will discover information
covering a range of species and the habitat they call home.

"We're a community of members from more than 60 countries and 48 states
that come together to share a passion for coral reef marine life ... learn
and see more!" - from the website

The site features a Fish Encyclopedia, searchable by name or by a click on
a global map, which provides photos, brief descriptions of distinguishing
characteristics and habitat for over 1000 species. An entire section
focuses on sharks and rays, including the "Shark of the Day", a guide to
hammerheads and a selection of articles. Additional sections cover travel
tips, life lists and virtual dives.

Paddle over to the site for a look at life in coral reefs around the world
at:

http://www.coralrealm.com/

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Sites found in:
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The Scout Report
June 22, 2007
Volume 13, Number 24
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070622.php

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The Calculus Page
http://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~calculus/
http://calculus.org/
>From time to time over the past several centuries, the word “calculus” has
caused more than a few college students to break out into a sweat and become
a bit anxious. These potentially embarrassing moments can be alleviated by a
visit to The Calculus Page. The site is under the direction of Professors
Joel Hass and Duane Kouba, and it features dozens of links to valuable
online resources that deal with this branch of mathematical inquiry and
discovery. The first section of the site is dedicated to providing materials
for students of calculus (including calculus animations and sample exams)
and a number of resources for instructors follow. The site is rounded out by
links to other relevant websites and online portals, so interested parties
will definitely want to make several return visits. [KMG]

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Vox
http://www.voxeu.org/

Online portals that take on policy issues in different parts of the world
are increasing in popularity and the Centre for Economic Policy Research
(CEPR) recently created just such a portal. Working in tandem with a number
of existing sites, the Vox site is designed to feature “research-based
policy analysis and commentary from Europe’s leading economists.” As such,
the site consists of original columns that range in length from 500-1500
words in length, which are written at an analytical level that lies between
what one might find in a newspaper article and a scholarly journal. Recent
pieces that have appeared on the site include “Does financial globalization
help?” and “Do Americans really pay too much for pharmaceuticals?” Visitors
can post comments on different pieces of writing and also sign up to receive
RSS feeds. [KMG]

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NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries Education [pdf, Quick Time, Real
Player]
http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/welcome.html

>From Monterey to the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, the United States has a
coterie of marine sanctuaries and habitats that are quite rich in their
diversity of marine life. Teachers will particularly appreciate the National
Marine Sanctuaries Education site as it offers up a number of instructional
materials for use in the classroom, including lesson plans and video clips.
Much of this material can be found in the “For Teachers” area, and
instructors can make use of the “West Coast Field Guide” and specialized
materials on humpback whales. For those looking for more specific data,
there is also an “Ocean Data” area that features GIS materials on the
various marine sanctuaries, along with instructional materials that make use
of satellite images. Finally, visitors can sign up to be notified via email
when new materials are added to the site. [KMG]
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Academy of Natural Sciences [pdf]
http://www.ansp.org/

Like many great institutions in Philadelphia, the Academy of Natural
Sciences has a long and storied history. The Academy was started in 1812,
and in no time at all, the members of this institution were making
expeditions to all corners of the globe. Today, they still sponsor such
scientific expeditions, and their website is a great way to learn about
their educational outreach activities as well as their museum. As with many
institutions in this vein, the Academy’s online exhibits
( http://www.ansp.org/museum/online.php ) are rather
compelling, and visitors can access them through the “Museum” tab from the
homepage. Exhibits include a photographic tour of Thomas Jefferson’s famed
fossil collection and an overview of the work of Joseph Leidy, a noted 19th
century paleontologist and anatomist. If that wasn’t enough, the “Scientific
Research” area of the site provides copious amounts of printed literature
(including reports and briefs) based on research done at the Academy.
Overall, the site will be of great use to the generally curious and to those
working in science education and instruction. [KMG]
[NOTE: Other online exhibits:
Digital Collections
http://www.ansp.org/museum/digital_collections/index.php
Know Your Environment
http://www.ansp.org/museum/kye/browse.php - Phyllis ]

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Harlem Hospital WPA Murals [Real Player]
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/iraas/wpa/index.html

In 1936 the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project joined the
Harlem Renaissance, when the WPA commissioned a set of murals designed for
the Harlem Hospital Center. In an era where African American visual artists
had a particularly difficult time finding work, this project represented a
unique opportunity. While the murals fell into disrepair over the decades,
they were finally restored to their original glory in the 1990s. Created by
the Institute for Research in African American Studies at Columbia
University, this site tells the story of these murals, their creators, and
the controversy surrounding their subject matter. The site contains a number
of video clips that talk about the artwork, along with some nice
biographical portraits of the artists, who included Charles Alston, Vertis
Hayes, and Georgette Seabrooke. Of course, the murals can also be viewed in
their entirety here, and they are simply wonderful to behold. [KMG]

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The Great War
http://beck.library.emory.edu/greatwar/

As many historians know, the Great War was meant to be the “war to end all
wars”, but this was regrettably not the case. During this period, many
artists and members of the literati offered their impassioned feelings about
the conflict and its aftermath in the form of poetry. Created by the scholar
Harry Rusche, this site was designed as a resource for courses in World War
I poetry. The site contains sections such as “Poetry”, “Postcards”, and
“Links”. Visitors will want to begin their journey through the site by
clicking on the “Poetry” area, where they will find digitized versions of
rare poetry volumes that address various aspects of this world conflict.
Specifically, they might do well to look over the “Flower of Youth: Poems in
War Time” volume, which contains the poems “A Girl’s Song” and “To One in
Grief”. The “Postcards” section offers a number of postcards created during
World War I that deal with different aspects of nationalism, the military,
and life on the homefront. [KMG]

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====== In The News ====
After another veto, supporters of increased funding for embryonic stem
cell research regroup

Bush vetoes stem cell funds bill
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6224134.stm

Bush’s second veto frustrates supporters of stem cell research
(Link no longer active)
http://www.sltrib.com/ci_6187759

NIH Stem Cell Information Home Page [pdf]
http://stemcells.nih.gov/

Key Moments in the Stem-Cell Debate
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5252449
[NOTE: If link does not work, enter entire title in search box – Phyllis ]

NOVA: Stem Cells [Real Player, Quick Time]
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/sciencenow/3209/04.html

Embryonic Stem Cell Research at UW-Madison [Quick Time]
http://www.news.wisc.edu/packages/stemcells/

Research that draws on embryonic stem cells has been the subject of a very
passionate debate over the past several years. Some have claimed that using
embryonic stem cells for research purposes involves the destruction of
potential human life, and others maintain that the promise of using these
cells for research could possibly lead to cures for diseases from
Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s. Since 2001, President George W. Bush has
effectively limited funding for this type of stem cell research to those
stem cell lines that were in existence as of August of that year. This
Wednesday, President Bush once again vetoed another bill that would have
eased the existing restraints on providing additional federal funding for
embryonic stem-cell research. Bush commented, “Destroying human life in the
hopes of saving human life is not ethical. And it is not the only option
before us.” Bush continued on in his remarks to note that there had been
several important discoveries made in this area which utilized adult stem
cells, umbilical cord blood and amniotic fluid. This was only the third
presidential veto exercised by President Bush during his time in office, and
a number of politicians who are greatly upset by this decision (along with
their constituents) are calling for a veto override. [KMG]

The first link will take visitors to a news article from the BBC, which
reports on President Bush’s veto of the stem cell research bill, along with
a number of helpful visual illustrations and links to several “Q&A” features
on the subject of stem cell ethics. The second link is no longer available.
Moving along, the third link whisks
users to the National Institute of Health’s Stem Cell Information Site.
Here, visitors can learn more about stem cells and about the existing
federally funded stem cell lines. The fourth link will lead interested
parties to a very nice overview of important moments in stem cell research
history from 1981 to the present day, offered by National Public Radio. The
fifth link leads to an excellent feature from NOVA’s “Science Now” program
on stem cells. Visitors to the site can view a fifteen-minute video program
on stem cell research, take an interactive poll, and also learn more about
the cloning process. Finally, the last link leads visitors to a site which
provides information about the research being done with the embryonic stem
cell lines at the University of Wisconsin. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

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Media Infusion
Electrifying Science and Tech Instruction with Wired Science
Online
6-8 / 9-12

Self-proclaimed "tech geek" and long-time science teacher
Michael Lampert offers up practical suggestions for using PBS'
new show "Wired Science" in the classroom in this month’s Media
Infusion. Lampert walks readers through several of the shows
segments, which include such offbeat topics as robotic doctors
and the demise of the home chemistry lab, and outlines the ways
he plans to use them in his own classroom. Through "Wired
Science" and other suggested multimedia resources, Lampert
demonstrates how to get students excited about science.

http://www.pbs.org/teachers/mediainfusion

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NOVA
Secrets of the Samurai Sword
On-Air & Online
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
For more than a thousand years the samurai sword has dominated
the battlefields of Japan, instilled fear and terror into every
enemy it faced and evoked a spiritual way of life that
continues even today. With unparalleled access, NOVA travels
deep into Japan's ancient foundries, follows the craft of the
traditional swordsmiths and attends samurai fighting school to
reveal the art and science behind making what many call the
perfect sword. (CC, Stereo, HD, 1 year)

Find a timeline of the millennium long history of the samurai

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/samurai/
[NOTE: See teaching guide pasted below. – Phyllis ]

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Wired Science
On-Air & Online
Gr. 9-12
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
8 - 9:00 pm
Ziya Tong follows retired oceanographer Curtis Ebbesmeyer as he
discovers a giant garbage patch in the middle of the North
Pacific Gyre. WIRED SCIENCE takes a look at new ways that
water, wind and technology are being used to fight today's
fires and investigates the impact of global warming on plant
growth, and Adam Rogers tests out a new technology that claims
to be able to "read your mind" and tell if you are lying. (CC,
Stereo, HD, 1 year)

Log on to the Education section of the "Wired Science" Web site
to find blogs with expert teachers discussing how to use "Wired
Science" in the classroom, student of the month and teacher of
the month features, a "Careers in Science" section and
information about a student video contest.

http://www.pbs.org/kcet/wiredscience/

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World War II on PBS
Online
Gr. 9-12

Visit the new site highlighting PBS' rich collection of World
War II-related on-air and online resources. On each theme page,
links for educators lead to additional teaching resources.

http://www.pbs.org/wwii/

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The Magnificent Voyage of Christopher Columbus
On-Air
Gr. 6-8 / 9-12
Monday, October 8, 2007
9 - 11:00 pm
This documentary recounts the history and epic adventure of
Christopher Columbus' first Atlantic crossing, as a modern-day
crew retraces Columbus' voyage in replicas of his fleet.
Columbus changed the world, as few other men have ever changed
it, bringing together the unknown and the known. Yet the great
explorer went to his grave unaware that he had discovered two
vast continents. This two-hour program is adapted and upgraded
to high-definition from the original, critically acclaimed
seven-part series "Columbus and the Age of Discovery" (1991).
(CC, Stereo, HD, 1 year)
From http://www.thirteen.org/
“The forces that Columbus unknowingly set in motion brought about a profound transformation of America, Europe and, in short order, Africa and Asia. His voyage initiated a trans-oceanic migration of peoples, plants and diseases that, for better and often for worse, affected everyone on the globe.”

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Copyright 2007 PBS Online

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[NOVA Teachers] Secrets of the Samurai Sword airs Oct. 9
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Hello Educators,

Welcome to the first message of the Teachers e-mail bulletin for
NOVA's fall 2007 season. Throughout the school year, you will receive
information about upcoming programs, related Web resources, and
classroom activities to help you integrate NOVA into your curriculum.

We look forward to helping you bring science alive for your students
in the coming year.

NOVA kicks off its fall season with "Secrets of the Samurai Sword,"
which examines the ancient tradition of forging the katana, or
samurai sword, and explores the legend of the renowned Japanese
samurai warrior. (Subjects covered: physics, properties of matter,
social studies, world history, technology/engineering)

Regards,
Karen Hartley
Teachers Editor
NOVA Web Site
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/
E-mail: NOVA_Teachers@wgbh.org

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NOVA presents "Secrets of the Samurai Sword"
Broadcast: Tuesday, October 9, 2007
http://www.pbs.org/nova/samurai
(NOVA airs on PBS at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings as
broadcast dates and times may vary. This program can be used up to
one year after it is recorded off the air.)

The Stuff of Metal
http://www.pbs.org/nova/samurai/vinci.html
Find out what metals are and why they can bend, learn the
difference between hardness and toughness in metal, and discover
the science of swordsmithing in this interview with materials
scientist and engineer Rick Vinci. (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Way of the Warrior
http://www.pbs.org/nova/samurai/way.html
Read some of the principles enshrined in the samurai warrior's
code of conduct, first published in the 18th century. (Flash
plug-in required; printable version available.)
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Making a Masterpiece
http://www.pbs.org/nova/samurai/sword.html
Follow the steps that a master Japanese swordsmith takes today to
craft a traditional katana sword. (Flash plug-in required;
printable version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

History of the Samurai
http://www.pbs.org/nova/samurai/history.html
Learn about the origin and evolution of the samurai warrior from
the 8th to 20th centuries in this interactive time line. (Flash
plug-in required; printable version available.)
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Teacher's Guide
http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/programs/3412_samurai.html
In this classroom activity, students investigate the
characteristics of metals and then produce and present a series
of posters that outline the properties of different alloys, how
these alloys are used, and how they are produced.
(Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Program transcript
http://www.pbs.org/nova/transcripts/3412_samurai.html
The site includes a complete narration for this program.

Plus Watch a Preview and Links & Books.

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Volume 13, Number 25
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070629.php

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Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln
http://quod.lib.umich.edu/l/lincoln/

Amidst all of his other responsibilities as a lawyer, politician, and
father, Abraham Lincoln found time to write. In fact, he wrote quite a bit,
and it took scholars decades to assemble the majority of his various
published (and unpublished) writings. After working on bringing together his
writings, the Abraham Lincoln Association published “The Collected Works of
Abraham Lincoln” in 1953. In total, there were eight volumes, and they
included Lincoln’s correspondence, speeches, and other writings. Recently,
the University of Michigan’s Digital Library Production Service digitized
all eight volumes and placed them online here for the benefit of historians,
rhetoricians, and those who are generally enamored of the 16th President.
Visitors can perform simple searches, boolean searches, and proximity
searches to their heart’s content. Also, they can look over other documents
that were digitized for the collection, including Paul M. Angle’s “Here I
have lived: A History of Lincoln’s Springfield”. [KMG]

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Sherman’s March [Macromedia Flash Player]
http://www.history.com/civilwar/shermansmarch/

Watching this site load up is quite a treat, as visitors are presented with
a brief audio clip of a brass band playing “The Battle Hymn of the
Republic”. It’s an appropriate introduction to this site, which offers an
exploration of General William Tecumseh Sherman’s well-known “March to the
Sea”, which cut across Georgia in the 1864, leaving a trial of destruction
and a good deal of scorched earth in its wake. After reading a brief
overview of Sherman’s military endeavors, visitors can explore interactive
sections within the site that provide detailed information about his various
campaigns, including those that took place within the Carolinas and
Savannah. Within each section, visitors can click on different sites of
interest, and in doing so, they will be presented with various historical
photographs and other items of interest. [KMG]

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Classroom Resource Bank
http://mtl.math.uiuc.edu/classroom_resources.htm

Over the past several years, the Math Teachers Link initiative at the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has created a number of online
math courses for teachers at the secondary level, along with offering
additional workshops and seminars. They have also researched and compiled a
set of online resources that will be of interest to those teaching
mathematics and related subjects at the high school and college level. The
links are divided thematically into sections that include geometry, algebra,
calculus, and a special section titled “Integrating Internet Projects In
Your Classroom”. [KMG]

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Fun Mathematics Lessons
http://math.rice.edu/~lanius/Lessons/

To the unconverted, the words “fun” and “mathematics” might not seem to be
words that should be that close together in any one sentence or phrase.
Educator and mathematics guru Cynthia Lanius proves any potential naysayers
wrong as she offers up over two dozen interesting and engaging math
exercises for educators to use in their classrooms on this site. She’s
served as a consultant for the Math Forum@Drexel and other educational
websites, and her work here includes some great examples of sound
educational pedagogy. While some of the activities are geared towards young
children, some of the activities (such as “Mathematics of Cartography” and
“Online Geometry”) will work well with older students who might be enrolled
in a developmental math course at the high school or community college
level. One other nice feature of this site is that some of the activities
are also available in Spanish. [KMG]
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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U.S. Treasury: Office of Financial Education [pdf]
http://www.ustreas.gov/offices/domestic-finance/financial-institution/fin-education/resources/credit.shtml
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/37hcyp

The people at the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Financial Education know a bit
about interest rates, mortgages, and other related matter, so it’s good to
learn that they have developed a good set of educational resources designed
for teachers. The site includes materials developed by organizations within
the U.S. Treasury, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, and others. The materials here include
“Money Smart”, which is a curriculum designed to help adults understand
basic financial services and “Building Wealth”, which presents an overview
of such important strategies as creating a household budget and managing
debt. These various tools could potentially be used in applied economics and
mathematics courses, and teachers will appreciate the flexibility of these
different resources. [KMG]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

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[URLwire] Thirteen/WNET 's What's Up In Finance? Online Challenges
Young People To Tackle Essential Money Matters
Date: Thu, 28 Jun 2007 10:54:03 -0700

What's Up In Finance? Online Challenges Young People To Tackle
Essential Money Matters
http://www.thirteen.org/finance/

Thirteen/WNET web site offers Simulation Games, Video, and Interviews
With Young People, Financial Experts, and Reality Celebrity Kwame
Jackson Put A Real World Spin On Fiscal Responsibility

What's Up In Finance? Online ( http://www.thirteen.org/finance/ ) uses games,
videos, interviews, and much more, to help today's youth use money
smarts to realize personal and professional goals like affording an
apartment or launching a career. The Website is a companion to the
award-winning reality television program What's Up In Finance?, hosted
by Kwame Jackson (The Apprentice), which can be viewed in its entirety
online. The website and on-air program were made possible by The
Moody's Foundation.

The dynamic companion Web site features activities to explore the
world of finance in a fun and engaging way. The site offers games,
career profiles, lesson plans, a financial glossary, and streaming and
downloadable video of the complete television program.

The games include:
· Bank it or Bust (Saving/Budgeting). Any teen who plans to toil at a
summer job to earn money to buy a car can benefit from this game, in
which the player's budgeting choices determine what kind of car he
ultimately can afford.

· Rags to Riches (Small Business Management). In this game, the user
gets to imagine himself as the owner of an online t-shirt business
whose decisions result in either profit or misery.

· It Cost What?! (Credit). In this interactive game, a user must look
past all the credit card come-ons and keep his interest payments under
control.

What's Up In Finance? video can be viewed online in three segments:

· Moving Out. In Orange County, California, college student Eddie
Romero consults financial planner Louis Barajas to find a way to pay
his bills, pursue a music career and save for the future. Barajas
helps Romero create a budget, track expenses and start investing his
money.

· Green Chic. Up-and-coming fashion designer Anna Cohen of Portland,
Oregon needs to keep her start-up company - and her dream of
ecologically friendly fashion - afloat financially. She gets help
through Mercy Corps, a microfinance institution that offers small
businesses essential loans to move their companies forward.

· The Dealmakers. Two teams of students from Nashville, Tennessee
compete in a simulation of a multi-billion dollar business deal during
a Youth About Business competition, which gives high school students a
chance to figure out if a career in high finance might be right for
them.

The downloadable What's Up In Finance? Teacher's Guide includes
additional activities and resources for the high school math,
economics, social studies, and finance classrooms to help educators
and students build key connections between financial matters, math and
job opportunities.

Katrina's Classroom: Financial Lessons from a Hurricane
http://www.frbatlanta.org/atlantafed/katrina.cfm
From the site:
“Meet Nick, Jacquelyn, and Jamie. Through the eyes of these teenagers, middle and high school students will learn about some of the most important aspects of financial responsibility such as budgeting, banking, savings, and wise use of credit.
Curriculum and Teacher Instruction
You can view the content of the Katrina's Classroom DVD below or order your free DVD and CD with complete lesson plans. (A transcript of the DVDs is available.) You can also download and print the lesson plan and teacher aids using the links below.”

Katrina's Classroom is a four-chapter, DVD-based curriculum with lesson plans and student activities tied to each five-minute video segment. Developed by professional curriculum writers, each lesson plan expands and reinforces concepts aligned to national content standards in personal finance.

Order a free copy of the Katrina's Classroom DVD and CD, or download the accompanying instructional materials.

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Volume 13, Number 23
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The Scout Report on the Web:
Current issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/Current/
This issue: http://scout.wisc.edu/Reports/ScoutReport/2007/scout-070615.php

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Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History [pdf]
http://digitallibrary.amnh.org/dspace/handle/2246/6

While many people may be familiar with the impressive structure that houses
the American Museum of Natural History at Central Park West and 79th Street,
a much smaller number may be acquainted with their very fine series of
anthropological papers. This respected series has been continuously
published since 1907, and these works have also been made available on this
site. Visitors can use the search engine offered here, or they can also
browse the papers by title, author, or date. They will encounter works from
such anthropology luminaries as Margaret Mead and others, and they will
certainly enjoy passing along this information to persons with an interest
in the field. In total, this archive contains over 350 works which provide a
great deal of insight into the historical development of the practice and
theory behind anthropology. [KMG]

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Economics Lesson Plans [pdf]
http://www.mcrel.org/lesson-plans/economics/index.asp

Creating interesting and compelling lessons in Economics can present several
unique challenges. Fortunately, the Mid-continent Research for Education and
Learning organization has brought together a number of fine instructional
resources for use by educators. These lesson plans and other activities are
divided into thematic areas, such as economic decision-making, goods and
services, savings, along with fifteen other headings. The resources are
culled from a variety of sources, including the National Council of Economic
Education, community college professors, and the National Center for
Supercomputing Applications. First-time visitors should definitely take a
look at the “Money Math: Lessons for Life” section created by the Bureau of
Public Debt and “Climbing the Savings Mountain” created by the National
Council on Economic Education. [KMG]

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Bio-Link: Online Instructional Resources and Clearing House [pdf]
http://www.bio-link.org/resMaterial.htm

The Bio-Link consortium of centers was established in 1998 with funds
provided by the National Science Foundation. The motivating factor behind
creating this consortium was “to improve and expand educational programs
that prepare skilled technicians to work in the high-tech fields that drive
the U.S. economy.” Along with creating a series of bricks-and-mortar
regional centers, they have also worked to develop this online clearinghouse
of instructional materials related to biotechnology technician education.
Visitors to the site can look over several primary sections at their
leisure, including “Curriculum Materials” and “Instructional Materials”.
Each section is essentially a list with links to the individual teaching
aids, and some of these resources include the titles “Basic Math for
Biotechnology Technicians” and “Using Interactive Computer Technology to
Teach Protein Purification”. Visitors who wish to contribute materials can
also do so via the website. [KMG]
[NOTE: Includes Biotechnology High School Sharing Day
Curriculum material
Contributions from High School Teachers
http://www.bio-link.org/sharing_day/summarySHARING_DAY.htm – Phyllis ]

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>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2007.
http://scout.wisc.edu/

--------Forwarded Message--------
Site of the Day for Friday, June 22, 2007

Idiomsite: Idioms and Sayings
http://www.idiomsite.com/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

In the spirit of "English is such a tricky language", today's site offers a
more whimsical than authoritative collection of idioms and phrases. Gentle
Subscribers may enjoy an idle browse through these expressions, some more
frequently heard on one side of the Pond than the other.

"Find out why you say what you say ... idiom: a manner of speaking that is
natural to native speakers of a language." - from the website

The site lists the meanings and generally accepted origins of dozens of
commonly used English idioms and metaphors. Among the phrases, listed in
alphabetical order, are standards such as "straight from the horse's mouth"
and "paddle your own canoe" with their sometimes surprising origins. With
Americanisms such as "sitting in the catbird seat" and "a three dog night"
and British idioms like "a word in your shell-like" and "pull out all the
stops", the list cruises through the idiomatic phrases of both countries.
There may even be a few that still sport a certain freshness, such as "Van
Gogh's ear for music".

Ramble over to the site for an entertaining look at English's often odd
expressions at:

http://www.idiomsite.com/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Sites found in:
Connect-Eng, June 17, 2007
The newsletter of Web English Teacher
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/
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Guy de Maupassant
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/maupassant.html
Lesson ideas for “The Necklace” and other stories

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Edgar Allan Poe – Biography
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/poe-bio.html
Lesson plans related to Edgar Allan Poe’s life and times. There were so many links in this section on the original “Edgar Allan Poe” page that I created a separate page for it.

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Mark Twain – Biography
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/twain-bio.html
Lesson ideas related to Twain’s life and times, criticism, and links to e-texts. This section grew so large on the original “Mark Twain” page that I created a separate page for it.

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Mark Twain – Short Stories
http://webenglishteacher.com/twain-stories.html
There were so many links related to teaching Twain’s short stories that I created a separate page for them.

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Alice Walker
http://webenglishteacher.com/walker.html
Lesson plans for The Color Purple, “Everyday Use,” more.

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Carla Beard
Web English Teacher
http://www.webenglishteacher.com/

This newsletter is copyright 2007, Web English Teacher.

All (Known) Bodies in the Solar System Larger than 200 Miles in Diameter.
http://kokogiak.com/solarsystembodieslargerthan200miles.html
Scroll to the right to see the comparison.

Sites found in:
ResourceShelf
http://www.resourceshelf.com/
June 22-28, 2007

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100 Words Every High School Graduate Should Know
http://www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com/booksellers/press_release/100words/
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/f4z5
[Scroll down for the entire list]
The editors of the American Heritage® dictionaries have compiled a list of 100 words they recommend every high school graduate should know.

“The words we suggest,” says senior editor Steven Kleinedler, “are not meant to be exhaustive but are a benchmark against which graduates and their parents can measure themselves. If you are able to use these words correctly, you are likely to have a superior command of the language.”

Source: Houghton Mifflin Company

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Resource of the Week: Interactive Astronomy
Interactive Observing Tools
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/objects/javascript
…some of the cool stuff available on the Sky and Telescope magazine website. If you click the “more info” button to the right of the sun- and moonrise data, the window expands to provide “detailed information about the Sun, Moon, and five naked-eye planets.” Clicking “less info” returns it to the original, smaller size. The centerpiece, if you will, of this collection of javascript-powered astronomy apps is SkyandTelescope.com’s Almanac.”

For Complete Review:
http://www.resourceshelf.com/2007/06/28/resource-of-the-week-interactive-astronomy/
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/22meur

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NEAT NEW STUFF, JUNE 22, 2007

LOUIS [Library Of Unified Information Sources] Database
http://www.louisdb.org/
Another project of the Sunlight Foundation, whose "ultimate goal is to
create a comprehensive, completely indexed and cross-referenced
depository of federal documents from the executive and legislative
branches of government." They're not there yet, but this is already an
impressive database.

[NOTE: LOUIS currently contains, in fully searchable format, seven sets of federal documents:

Congressional Reports
Congressional Record
Congressional Hearings
Federal Register
Presidential Documents
GAO Reports
Congressional Bills & Resolutions
- Phyllis ]

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National Center for PTSD
http://www.ncptsd.va.gov/ncmain/index.jsp
from the Department of Veterans Affairs, naturally focuses on information
for affected veterans, their families, and their healthcare providers.
The National Institute of Mental Health's site on Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder , has a
somewhat broader focus, including information on medications and clinical
trials, and ways to help children and other victims of violence and
disasters.

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Pollster.com
http://www.pollster.com/
A statistical heaven for political junkies, with charts, tables, and maps
showing the ever-changing preferences of voters as the 2008 presidential
election approaches. Also check out the Pollster blog, whose blogroll
includes poll links to public pollsters, academic surveys, survey
research organizations, and other poll blogs and sites.

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Neat New Stuff I Found This Week
http://marylaine.com/neatnew.html
Copyright, Marylaine Block, 1999-2007.

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Site of the Day for Friday, June 15, 2007

Scoundrels, Adventurers & Colorful Characters of the Wild West
http://www.arizonaheritagetraveler.org/templates/topics.php?nid=2&sid=55%20
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/2ma3ev

Today's site, from the Arizona Heritage Traveler, offers a picture of some
of the notable figures who lent an air of excitement to the development of
this region of the American west. Gentle Subscribers will discover
hair-raising tales and the truth behind many of the legends.

"The lore of the American West is laced with scoundrels, adventurers and
colorful characters who called the Arizona Territory home. Exploits and
outrageous actions of entrepreneurs and politicians, prospectors and
gunslingers, lawmen and ladies helped create the myth of the west. While
the myths are often charming, the truth is often more shocking." - from the
website

Some of the most famous names in the history of the old west were based in
the Arizona territory. The site features biographies of the fabled Earp
Brothers, Doc Holliday, Geronimo and the Clanton Gang. Among the less
well-known are swindlers James Addison Reavis, and Arnold and Slack. The
"good guys", although outnumbered in the selection, have not been entirely
forgotten, with the inclusion of Lorenzo Hubbell and Percival Lowell.
Additional notes offer a list of attractions highlighting the rogues of
Arizona's flamboyant past and a reading list for the history buff and
well-informed visitor.

Gallop to the site for a look at some of the notorious figures of the old
west at:

http://www.arizonaheritagetraveler.org/templates/topics.php?nid=2&sid=55%20

If the above URL wraps in your e-mail client, enter it all on one line in
your browser or use this TinyURL:

http://tinyurl.com/2ma3ev

A.M. Holm
view the List archives on the web at:
http://www.freelists.org/archives/sotd

Sites found in:
EDInfo@listserv.ed.gov
Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2007

New resources at FREE, the website that makes
teaching resources from federal agencies easier to find:
Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
http://www.free.ed.gov/

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Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission 2009
celebrates the upcoming 200th birthday of our 16th president.
A timeline, key speeches, and links to organizations dedicated
to the study of Lincoln are provided. Lessons (in the
"education" section) help students examine Lincoln's position
on slavery, his performance as commander-in-chief, and how
U.S. history might have been different had he not been
assassinated. (Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1913
http://www.lincolnbicentennial.gov/index.php
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Charters of Freedom
features primary documents that shaped U.S. history. See
images of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and
Bill of Rights. Learn about the Articles of Confederation,
Constitutional Convention, Marbury v. Madison, Louisiana
Purchase, slavery, Civil War, 13th Amendment, immigration, and
woman suffrage. (National Archives and Records
Administration)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1906
http://www.archives.gov/national-archives-experience/charters/charters.html
Shortened URL: http://tinyurl.com/ar3ns
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Maps in Our Lives
looks at surveying, cartography, and geographic information
systems. Learn how surveying has evolved since 1760, as shown
in maps of George Washington's farm (1760 - 1999). See 40
items that show recent advances in cartographic interpretation
and design. Find maps of countries of the world, California's
population and ethnic distribution, North America's natural
gas system, the Middle East, and Iran. (Library of Congress)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1909
http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/maps/
[NOTE: Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
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National Register Travel Itineraries
can help families explore historic places in the U.S. Each
itinerary describes historic places and their importance, and
provides maps, photos, and tourist information. Find
itineraries for learning about Civil War battles in Virginia,
the Lewis and Clark Expedition, maritime history, women's
history, civil rights movement, Florida shipwrecks, the
Southwest, Amana Colonies, Ohio and Erie Canal, Detroit, the
California coast, Washington, D.C., and more. (National Park
Service)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1912
http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/
[NOTE: Some pages from this site previously posted. - Phyllis ]

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Thomas Jefferson
recounts the legacy of Thomas Jefferson as a founding father,
farmer, slaveholder, scholar, diplomat, and the third
president of the U.S. Learn about his country estate and
family, his efforts to reform politics and law in Virginia,
his influence on the creation of our federal government, his
commitment to exploring and claiming western lands, his vast
library, and more. See 150 items, including documents he
relied on when drafting the Declaration of Independence.
(Library of Congress)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1908
http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/jefferson/

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Secret Lives of Wild Animals
looks at new technologies being used to observe animals in
their natural environments. See video clips and stories about
tracking white-tailed deer, ocelots, agoutis, dragonflies,
zebras, and seals. (National Science Foundation)
http://www.free.ed.gov/resource.cfm?resource_id=1907
http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/animals/index.jsp

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Thirteen Colonies
http://www.surfnetkids.com/13_colonies.htm
From the site:
“The American colonial period began in 1607 with the arrival of settlers in Jamestown, Virginia and ended in 1775 when the Revolutionary War began. Although the English were not the first Europeans to arrive in the New World, they eventually outnumbered other Europeans. And by 1733 they formed thirteen English colonies that later became thirteen American states. They were, in order of settlement, Virginia, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Rhode Island, Delaware, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New Jersey, South Carolina and Georgia.”

Page includes 9 links to sites (5 annotated, 4 Honorable Mentions)

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Merriam-Webster Online Adds Medical Dictionary to Free Offerings
M-W.com also provides free access to a dictionary, thesaurus, Spanish/English dictionary and now a medical dictionary. It contains more than 59,000 fully searchable entries.

BTW, the M-W dictionary is also accessible on the MedlinePlus web site.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/mplusdictionary.html

You’ll also find the A.D.A.M medical encyclopedia there.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/encyclopedia.html
The A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia includes over 4,000 articles about diseases, tests, symptoms, injuries, and surgeries. It also contains an extensive library of medical photographs and illustrations.

Source: Merriam-Webster

[SEE ALSO: Atlas of the Body
http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/7140.html
Previously posted. - Phyllis ]
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From: Boss, Cathy CBoss@meridianhealth.com
Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2007 17:05:53 -0400

This summary of children's web sites just came across my medical library
listserv and thought I would pass it along:

http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/bluewebn/contentarea.cfm?cid=7
http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/health/fitness.html
http://bubl.ac.uk/link/linkbrowse.cfm?menuid=8180
http://www.awesomelibrary.org/health.html
http://www.free.ed.gov/subjects.cfm?subject_id=60
http://www.kidsclick.org/topheal.html
http://search.lii.org/index.jsp?more=SubTopic13
http://vlib.org/Science
http://www.livescience.com/
http://www.headlice.org/kids/index.htm
http://www.medtropolis.com/VBody.asp
http://www.chp.edu/besafe/index.php
http://www.hhs.gov/kids/
http://www.healthfinder.gov/kids/
http://library.thinkquest.org/3696/ (genetics for kids)
http://www.kidshealth.org/
http://www.kids.gov/
http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/kids/
http://www.girlshealth.gov/
http://www.bam.gov/index.html
http://yucky.discovery.com/flash/
http://www.healthynj.org/kids/kidsmain2.htm

have a nice day - Cathy

Catherine Boss, MSLS, AHIP
Coordinator, Library Services
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
1945 Route 33
Neptune, New Jersey 07754
732-776-4266; fax: 732-776-4530
cboss@meridianhealth.com

Sites to See:
Children's Literature
http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/sites/sites043.shtml
From the site:
“Children's literature sites offer students, parents, and teachers instant access to materials geared toward helping children experience the enjoyment of reading. Included are online books, audio, video, and animations designed to capture the interests of children, as well as author interviews, book reviews, lesson plans, and other literature-related resources. Included: Twenty Web sites that bring children's literature to life.”

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Hi! It's Saturday, June 9, 2007, and time for Spanish at ClickSchooling!

Recommended Website:
Juegos y Canciones (Children's Songs and Games for Learning Spanish)
http://www.juegosycanciones.com/

Age Range: 4 (with help) and up. Designed by a kindergarten teacher to
appeal to the very young, beginners of all ages can learn something here :)

When you get to this website, you can read the long introduction (if you
like), that explains this webpage author's experiences learning and teaching
Spanish abroad. (Teachers may find the discussion of bilingual education and
second language acquisition of interest.) You will also find a bookstore
full of Amazon-linked recommendations, an opportunity to participate in some
discussions and help develop curriculum, and information about how families
can learn Spanish together through immersion programs in Guatemala or
Mexico.

But there's a special treat at the bottom (scroll way down) under the
heading "Songs and Games for You!" :)

Here you will find popular tunes in Spanish such as the classic folk song,
"De Colores," and about a dozen other tunes available in midi or mp3 format
(and many are in the downloadable iTunes collection as well). There are also
printable lyrics in Spanish, plus games or hand motions or, in one case, a
"show" (a series of illustrations) for you to watch while you sing. :)

There are also about half a dozen other games and activities for Spanish
learning. Every page is available in English or Spanish. The email address
is provided for the author of each song or activity so that you can contact
them directly if you have any questions. Although the lyrics aren't provided
in English, the activity descriptions are often clear enough that you can
guess! (And for the words that you can't guess, just type "translate" into
your favorite search engine. :)

Have fun! :-)

MaryAnna Cashmore
Diane Flynn Keith
for ClickSchooling
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