Created map displaying all the locations third graders must know determined by the Social Studies standards https://www.google.com/maps/ms?msid=212887901596395823006.0004d011933fe062673ca&msa=0&ll=41.967659,-2.460937&spn=49.03838,126.5625&iwloc=0004d011a7671d4a896b9

Examination of human phenotypic characteristics and their frequency falls within the science standard 5.5

Examine the amount of water used by Americans in comparison to other cultures from around the world. Relates to the social studies standards WHII.16

Students will examine their surrounding environment for bugs while compiling their information in an online database

Students will examine the frequency of particular species of birds in their area as well as the effect of seasonal changes on bird migration. Students will observe, collect data, analyze and share their conclusions

Flat Stanley connects social studies and reading standards in one giant literacy project that promotes the exchange of information and knowledge between students

Students are presented with several project options that examine the seasonal changes or animal behavior in response to changes in seasons

Students develop and share their poetry, illustrations and observations connecting to weather with other students all over the world. Again, attention to weather is another science standard

For this collaborative project, students observe and track cloud formations and relate it to weather patterns in their area

This list of webquests covers a variety of concepts; from the more advanced exploration of cells to the first grade standards of landforms and bats!

This list of engaging webquests allows students to explore past cultures (such as the Inca) and significant American figures (Jefferson, Adams, Lincoln, and Tubman) which meets social studies standards

An 8-day unit working towards developing a coherent digital story with each student

A research-based project lesson plan that culminates in a digital story-telling assessment on the Indus River Valley

A digitial storytelling lesson plan that focuses on capturing the students' memories of family times

Ideas for different digital stories spanning all grade levels

A general lesson plan for a digital story in any subject

Students can develop their writing skills with this lesson plan that incorporates illustrating, creativity and digital storytelling

An overview of potential sites to use to create a digital story

Suggestions, standards, examples and tools for creating digital storytelling projects with students

A review of the five best practices for teachers to develop effect digital storytelling lessons in the classroom