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November
This month, we will practice our writing using similes and metaphors.
Listen and Write Similes
The BBC offers this online activity to practice this skill. Read about Similes then take the Quiz.
December - Math Fact Practice
This month, we will be practicing our basic math facts online. There are varying levels
for students to progress through.
Online Addition Worksheets
Choose a level and create the online worksheet to complete. Once done, correct online and
print off results.
Online Subtraction Worksheets
Same directions as the activity link above.
Online Multiplication Worksheets
Same directions as the activities above.
January and February
Use this link to complete the Northeast Region writing assignment.
Northeast Regions
Northeast State & Capitals Quiz
Click on the link to take the quiz online.
Westward Expansion Resources
Use this link to research life as a pioneer.
Westward Ho! Webquest
Project Poster
Use this online tool for students to create your project, and share with the class on the Internet.
Color Landform Atlas of the U.S.
March
Creating Animation in KidPix
Use this link to learn about animation and get some background on volcanoes. After using this link, you will create your own
animated volcano using KidPix.
Animation Station
Click here to learn more about animation.
Animation Factory
Use this link to see additional animated gifs.
Origins of American Animation
Interested in learning more? Click here to access the Library of Congress for the history on this topic.
April
Brainpop movie: The Solar System
Take the quiz, watch the movie.
Brainpop Movie: The Moon
Take the quiz, watch the movie.
Galaxies Galore
Learn the parts of the galaxy, play some games.
Nasa for Kids
A wealth of information to help you in your research.
Exploring the Planets Cyber-Center
Online activity to view pictures and make observations.
Solar System Jigsaw
Offered by the BBC, place the planets in the correct order.
Interactive Tour of the International Space Station
Interactive Solar Tour
Moon Phase Calculator
This tool calculates the phase of the moon based on date.
Explore the Planets
From CBC.CA/Kids, this resource will help you locate information on the planets.
There are space related games also.
May
This Bird Unit link below requires a plugin from Roger Wagner Co./Hyperstudio. Hyperstudio Plugins
Works best in Explorer, and lower versions of Netscape.
Bird Unit
Hyperstudio Project covering: Introduction to Birdwatching, Science of Birding, and Principles of Flight.
Bird Unit Executable File
If you have problems with the plugin required to run the above link, the other option is to download the
executable file. This will provide you with a stand-alone copy of the program. Have fun!
After getting some background information on birds, we'll be doing some field work putting these new
skills to work.
June
China
China
Online Cyberhunt from Instructor magazine. Click on the links to answer the questions.
TFK - Go Places - China
Visit China, and get your passport stamp.
Global Trek - China
Virtual tour of China and information about the culture.
Get a Chinese Name
Enter your name, and get the Chinese translation.
Chinese Writing
Learn about the language.
Kites
Find out what makes them fly, the history, and plans to make one.
Canada
Global Trek - Canada
Take a virtual tour of Canada, learn about the people & culture.
TFK Go Places - Canada
Virtual tour of our northern neighbor. Visit Canada and get your passport stamp.
Mexico
Global Trek - Mexico
Visit Mexico, and learn about the people.
TFK Go Places - Mexico
Virtual tour of our southern neighbor. Visit Mexico and get your passport stamp.