Grade
6-8
9-12
Brief Description
Students view photographs of migrant families during the Great Depression, try to interpret the photos to answer questions about the subject's life, and then write a cinquain poem based on their interpretations.
Objectives
Students willGain understanding of the personal struggles faced during the Great Depression
Learn to interpret information from a visual medium (photograph) and express that knowledge in written form (poem).
Dig into Mining is an interactive program for grades 6-8 that spotlights the value and uses of transition metals including copper, gold and molybdenum and fosters a deeper understanding of the mining industry by equipping educators, students and families with dynamic resources including a virtual field trip, interactive digital learning tools and career exploration activities.
A webiste that introduce musical concepts to kids in a fun way. More appropriate for grades 3-6 (good reading skills combined with computer knowledge) than younger. Might be a bit 'kiddy' for older kids, but I enjoyed it.
It has changed a bit since they firsts introduced it in that there are a few more activities.
SAS Curriculum Pathways provides interactive, standards-based resources in English language arts, math, science, social studies, and Spanish (grades 6-12).
This site has a little of everything that elementary teachers can use. Resources for classes, classroom management suggestions, links to other sites and strategies for teaching subjects.