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These student projects were created using Build Your Wild Self http://www.buildyourwildself.com/ Interesting 'take' on animal adaptations...thumbs up for student creativity! Could we explore this idea further to engage students in writing, science, social studies, etc.?

"Diving into the easy kids crafts in Todd Oldham's Kid Made Modern is like having your own personal modern art teacher. Projects range from easy to difficult - from making over your sneakers with surprising shoe lace colors to sewing a log-shaped felt pillow."

"The website One red paperclip was created by Kyle MacDonald, a Canadian blogger who bartered his way from a single red paperclip to a house in a series of online trades over the course of a year. MacDonald was inspired by the childhood game Bigger, Better, and the site received a considerable amount of notice for tracking the transactions. "A lot of people have been asking how I've stirred up so much publicity around the project, and my simple answer is: 'I have no idea'", he told the BBC.[1]" Be sure to check out the timeline of his trades - very interesting!

"Crafts Made from Recyclables It's easy being green -- and fun too -- when you reuse your household items to make creative new recyclable crafts!"

Mathcasts K-7 created by students and teachers

" mmerses students in local heritage, cultures, landscapes, opportunities and experiences; Uses these as a foundation for the study of language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and other subjects across the curriculum; and Emphasizes learning through participation in service projects for the local school and/or community. "

"DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Established in 1995 and funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, DSIRE is an ongoing project of the N.C. Solar Center and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council."