Science Sites for Kids Amusement Park Physics Explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Design a roller coaster, determine the outcome of bumper car collisions, and more. Ask Dr. Universe How do chameleons change color? When was the light bulb invented? BrainPop Brainpop is a really cool and unique site full of animated health and science movies, and fun quizzes. Bill Nye the Science Guy Learn about Bill Nye the Science Guy and his show, choose from 40 'Home Demos' you can try, watch video clips, and more. Color Matters Budding artists and anyone interested in color will want to see how color affects our mind and body, its use in design and art, plus lots more. Dr. Exploring Leonardo Learn about Leonardo da Vinci, his futuristic inventions, and unique way of looking at the world at this attractive site. Extreme Science Where is the deepest spot in the ocean? FT Exploring A fun-filled science site that explores energy and other basic scientific principles.
Podcasting Remember the good old days of TV and radio? Everyone would gather around to be entertained. Shows were broadcast at specific times and if you weren't there on time, you missed it <boo>. Broadcasts disappeared into the ether. Well, things have changed. Here's the big idea. Here are three reasons why podcasting is becoming so popular. The first is that anyone can do it. The second is subscriptions. The third reason is gadgetry. So, let's look at how Jason uses podcasts. He uses the web everyday, rides the bus to work and loves Japanese culture. Recently he found a podcast by a Western couple living in Tokyo. Podcasting made it happen.
Lessons: Elements of Fiction and Other Teacher Resources Stories contains parts. The way that theseparts are arranged creates the structure of the story. These structures shape both the audiences’ expectations and how the author will tell the story. When readers analyze the structure of a story, they look at the story as a mechanic might look at a car engine: readers identify the parts and see how they are working. Exposition The exposition “exposes” readers to world of the story. Inciting Incident The inciting incident ends the exposition. Rising Action Any event that occurs after the exposition but before the climax or turning point of the story is called rising action. Climax The climax is the turning point of the story. Falling Action Falling actions are events that occur after the climax or turning point of the story. Moment of Final Suspense A moment of final suspense occurs when the protagonist, after having experienced a change during the climax, meets or addresses the conflict. Resolution or Denouement
Tar Heel Reader A Conversation with Coe Booth Home › Parent & Afterschool Resources › Podcast Episodes Podcast Episode 46 – A Conversation with Coe Booth Episode 46 – A Conversation with Coe Booth Coe Booth’s novels about teens growing up in the Bronx provide rich and sensitive portraits of their life experiences. After listening to this episode, be sure to print out this list of recommended titles to take to the library or book seller. Learning Fiction Text Structure with S.T.O.R.Y! | Reading. Writing. Thinking. Sharing. A few years ago, I was looking for a fun and engaging way to teach Fiction Text Structure to my struggling readers, when I came across Victoria Naughton’s strategy, “Picture It!” (2008), in my copy of The Reading Teacher. Naughton was recognized for her hard work in research and publication with the Shaw Fund for Literacy 2009 award by National Louis University (NLU). Although she recommends it for all grade-levels (even high school), I use it with my 2nd and 3rd grade RtI groups. Essentially, this strategy “uses pictures and other visual elements to enhance comprehension” (Naughton, 2008). S - Setting T - Talking Characters O - Oops! R - Attempts to Resolve the Problem Y - Yes, the Problem is Solved! (Above is a sample bookmark one of my students made using the schematic representations that Victoria Naughton recommended in her article! Strategy for Classroom Use Students are different in their learning styles – some are visual learners, while others are auditory or kinesthetic learners.
Rap Beats | Free Beat | Hip Hop Instrumentals Teens as Writers Home › Parent & Afterschool Resources › Podcast Episodes Podcast Teens as Writers Teens as Writers If you talk with many teens, you'll soon become aware of the remarkable variety of writing they produce in their everyday lives. After listening to this episode, be sure to print out this list of recommended titles to take to the library or book seller. Recommended Books featuring teens as writers Peeled by Joan Bauer (Putnam, 2008)(teen journalists in ethical competition with local paper)Big Fat Manifesto by Susan Vaught (Bloomsbury, 2008)(teen columnist for her school newspaper)Destroy All Cars by Blake Nelson (Scholastic, May 2009)(essays for English class and personal) Hold Still by Nina LaCour (Dutton, October 2009)(personal journal of suicide victim) Ways to Live Forever by Sally Nichols (Arthur A. Books with teen writers featured in other podcasts Older YA titles featuring teen writers
Museum Box Homepage A Conversation with Nancy Werlin Home › Parent & Afterschool Resources › Podcast Episodes Podcast A Conversation with Nancy Werlin A Conversation with Nancy Werlin If you’re a reader who loves a good page-turner, then you’ll be sure to love the books Nancy Werlin writes. In the world of YA fiction, there’s no one better than Nancy at sucking you into a suspenseful tale that will also lead you to reflect deeply on human nature. After listening to this episode, be sure to print out this list of recommended titles to take to the library or book seller. Books featured in this episode include: Are You Alone on Purpose?
About Creaza - Terms of Use - Creaza Education Creaza is the leading global educational toolbox for the creative expression of knowledge and skills in the classroom and spare time. We empower educators and students with the technology to create movies, cartoons, mind maps, presentations, soundscapes and much more. History The story begins in 2007 when great ideas emerged into one great solution for learning and education. Creaza AS was established as Norwegian based company with a global market. Facts and figures - More than 500 000 users from all over the world - 30 built-in themes with content - Available in 9 languages - Used by thousands of schools - Online toolbox - no installation
A Conversation with John Green Home › Parent & Afterschool Resources › Podcast Episodes Podcast A Conversation with John Green A Conversation with John Green Though John Green is too humble to say it, he's one of the best authors writing for teens today. In the three novels he's written so far, John provides readers with smart characters, humorous situations, and deeply philosophical themes. After listening to this episode, be sure to print out this list of recommended titles to take to the library or book seller. Recommendations in this episode include Looking for Alaska (Dutton, 2005) An Abundance of Katherines (Dutton, 2006) Paper Towns (Dutton, 2008) Sweet Search Literary Genres