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Resources for Parents
Below you will find a list of educational websites that you may want to bookmark on your home computers for your children. Each one of them is free to use and they encompass all areas of the curriculum. Also check out Apps to Use
All Purpose Websites
http://www.abcya.com/
ABCya.com is the leader in free educational kids computer games and activities for elementary students to learn on the web. All educational games are free and are modeled from primary grade lessons and enhanced to provide an interactive way for children to learn.
ABCya.com is the leader in free educational kids computer games and activities for elementary students to learn on the web. All educational games are free and are modeled from primary grade lessons and enhanced to provide an interactive way for children to learn.
http://www.ixl.com/
Comprehensive K-12 practice site. Originally the site was just for math, but it’s offerings have expanded to cover other areas of the curriculum.
Comprehensive K-12 practice site. Originally the site was just for math, but it’s offerings have expanded to cover other areas of the curriculum.
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/
Hundreds of educational games, activities, quizzes, articles and more for students to use online—all free!
Hundreds of educational games, activities, quizzes, articles and more for students to use online—all free!
http://www.brainpop.com/
Learn about your body, space, science and health. Have your homework questions answered with a movie, ask for advice, or just browse and learn.
Learn about your body, space, science and health. Have your homework questions answered with a movie, ask for advice, or just browse and learn.
http://www.funbrain.com/
The design of this site is very appealing to students. It is game based and covers all areas of the curriculum. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid character appeared here first before becoming a popular book series.
The design of this site is very appealing to students. It is game based and covers all areas of the curriculum. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid character appeared here first before becoming a popular book series.
http://wonderopolis.org/
The site is ever-changing with new and amazing things for kids (and adults) to think about. For example, kids might learn why grass is green, how a hovercraft works and why they blink. Kids can even submit the things they are wondering about for posting.
The site is ever-changing with new and amazing things for kids (and adults) to think about. For example, kids might learn why grass is green, how a hovercraft works and why they blink. Kids can even submit the things they are wondering about for posting.
http://www.fuelthebrain.com/
Educational resources and games for math, English, science and history.
http://www.scholastic.com/kids/stacks/
Scholastic’s site for ages 8-12. Student can read the latest news, play educational games, watch videos and more.
Scholastic’s site for ages 8-12. Student can read the latest news, play educational games, watch videos and more.
Favorites for Reading
http://www.raz-kids.com/main/Login
Leonard has purchased a subscription to this site which allows students to practice comprehension skill by reading leveled books and answering comprehension questions.
Leonard has purchased a subscription to this site which allows students to practice comprehension skill by reading leveled books and answering comprehension questions.
http://store.scholastic.com/shop/Storia-ebooks-for-kids/
Scholastic’s free e-reader can be used on the computer or a tablet. You get five free books with a download and can purchased digital books through the book club or on your own through their store. Includes a built in auditory dictionary.
Scholastic’s free e-reader can be used on the computer or a tablet. You get five free books with a download and can purchased digital books through the book club or on your own through their store. Includes a built in auditory dictionary.
http://www.wegivebooks.org/books
This site offers hundreds of ebooks that kids can read for free. They also donate books to those in need. The books can be sorted by content and age appropriateness.
This site offers hundreds of ebooks that kids can read for free. They also donate books to those in need. The books can be sorted by content and age appropriateness.
http://www.starfall.com/
Starfall motivates young students as they learn to read in a fun, inviting atmosphere.
Starfall motivates young students as they learn to read in a fun, inviting atmosphere.
http://www.gigglepoetry.com/
A great site for poetry enthusiasts. Students can read and rate poetry, play word games and take part in poetry theatre.
A great site for poetry enthusiasts. Students can read and rate poetry, play word games and take part in poetry theatre.
http://www.spellingcity.com/
Students practice spelling ad vocabulary skills on this website. Great to use to practice for weekly spelling/word study tests.
Students practice spelling ad vocabulary skills on this website. Great to use to practice for weekly spelling/word study tests.
Math and Science Sites
http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/index.htm
Students can learn about more than 200 different topics in math and science, take quizzes and even build a garage band with points they accumulate.
Students can learn about more than 200 different topics in math and science, take quizzes and even build a garage band with points they accumulate.
http://kids.discovery.com/
Discovery Kids inspires kids to explore the awesome world around them and satisfy their curiosity with innovative games, activities, quizzes and articles.
Discovery Kids inspires kids to explore the awesome world around them and satisfy their curiosity with innovative games, activities, quizzes and articles.
http://mrnussbaum.com/
Mr. Nussbaum is a teacher who has put together over 3500 content pages that cover all areas. His math activities are my favorites.
Mr. Nussbaum is a teacher who has put together over 3500 content pages that cover all areas. His math activities are my favorites.
http://www.mathplayground.com/
Different activities divided by grade level. Students can do logic games, word problems, and more.
Different activities divided by grade level. Students can do logic games, word problems, and more.
http://www.tvokids.com/6-11
The Canadian version of PBS, this site offers a wide array of different math games and activities.
The Canadian version of PBS, this site offers a wide array of different math games and activities.
Science For Kids
- Science Toys: " Make toys at home with common household materials, often in only a few minutes, that demonstrate fascinating scientific principles."
- Cool Science for Curious Kids: from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute; explore biology with all sorts of really interesting articles and interactive games.
- Bill Nye the Science Guy: Can I just say how much I love Bill Nye? He's long been a favorite in our house.
- MadSciNet: Anything called the "24 hour exploding laboratory" just can't be wrong.
- NASA Kids Club:Anything from NASA is bound to be incredible, and NASA Kids Club is no exception to that.
- Kid's Planet: Includes facts, games, a teacher's section, and even information how kids can act to save endangered species.
- National Wildlife Federation: the official home of Ranger Rick and more; you can click on the Wildlifelink and get more specific animal info.
- A Guided Tour of the Visible Human: There's an enormous amount of information here; great for the budding biology major.
- Human Anatomy Online: Pick a system, any system - skeletal, digestive, muscular, etc.
- KidsHealth: this is a really good kids health site aimed towards kids, instead of parents. Great resource for science research but also an excellent source for questions such as "what is puberty?"
- Wonders of the Seas: Explore the ocean and the creatures that live in its depths.
- DinoDictionary: "With profiles of over 300 known dinosaurs, immerse yourself in a wealth of knowledge about the giants that roamed the earth so long ago!"
- History for Kids: all sorts of good stuff here, organized by regions (China, India, West Asia, etc.).
- America's Library: from the Library of Congress. Meet famous Americans from history, explore the United States, and watch videos or hear audio from American history.
- Castles on the Web: an exhaustive resource for kids who'd like to learn about castles.
- This Day In History: a great feature that helps kids get into history. It's especially fun to see what happened on your birthday.
- BBC History for Kids: so much good stuff here. Interactive timelines, games, and lots of great information.
- FirstGov for Kids: a portal to lots of great kids government sites; includes information on health, homework, money, arts, computers, etc.
- White House Kids Home Page: history of the White House and personal notes from the President and Vice President, videos, quizzes, and more.
- FEMA for Kids: Get educated about preparing and preventing disasters from Herman the FEMA spokescrab.
- EPA Environmental Kids Club: Kids can get information here about anything to do with the environment; air, water, recycling, even an "Ask EPA" feature.
- Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids: Pick an age range and then start exploring; there's a ton of great information here.
- The United States Mint for Kids: find out all about the United States Mint, currency, and coins.
- Professor Garfield: Interactive stories, comic strip creation, and reading/writing practice from the iconic Garfield himself.
- Storyline Online: from the Screen Actors Guild Foundation; an online streaming video program featuring SAG members reading books out loud.
- Seussville: come on, it's Dr. Seuss! Need I say more?
- The Magic School Bus: The Magic School Bus has done more to advance interest in science with my kids than almost any other resource.
- Harry Potter: fans of Harry Potter will enjoy this site full of great Harry Potter news and fun interactive games.
- Little House on the Prairie: I got these books as a child and now I'm reading them to my own kids. A timeless set of stories, and a great companion Web site.
- International Children's Digital Library: "a library for the world's children...."that provides free access to children's books from around the world."
- StoryNory: free children's audio stories; great for burning onto a CD.
- Kiddie Records Weekly: My favorite kids site. My kids love listening to these classic stories.
- PBS Kids: All the best PBS kids shows are represented here, from Barney to Mr. Rogers, and each show has its own games and interactive educational fun stuff.
- Discovery Kids: Discovery Kids is a great kids portal, with lots of fun interactive games, videos, and information about various shows on the Discovery network.
- National Geographic Kids: One of the best sites on the Web for kids. Games, cartoons, even a printable coloring book.
- HowStuffWorks: Want to know how pretty much anything works? This is the place to go.
- Sports Illustrated for Kids: a great way for kids to learn about their favorite sport.