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Teachers.net

Teachers.net: Alphabet Review Activities (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st

Site presents a myriad of fun filled activities which will enhance the student's identification of letters and their use in the context of words. Site uses games, songs and other captivating activities that will engage young children.

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University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin: 5 Magnetism

For Teachers 9th - 10th

From an online teacher demonstration book. Includes a description and explanation of five demonstrations on a variety of magnetism topics. Interesting and captivating demos.

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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Encyclopedia: American Inventors Jonas Salk

For Students 9th - 10th

Focusing on a captivating photograph of Dr. Jonas Salk, this site gives a brief overview of his work as a noted research scientist and discoverer of the polio vaccine. There are also links to other American inventors' biographies.

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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Mary Rowlandson

For Students 9th - 10th

Brief biographical sketch of Mary Rowlandson, with an emphasis on her role in American literature.

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University of Pennsylvania

Penn Library: European New World Narratives

For Students 9th - 10th Standards

Brief analysis on the nature of European narratives about their explorations in the New World.

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Other

Salamanders and Newts

For Students 9th - 10th

Melissa Kaplan explains how to set up a tank for a salamander. She tells how to select a salamander and what kind of ailments to watch for.

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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Isais (Isaiah)

For Students 9th - 10th

This article traces the life and work of the famous Hebrew prophet, Isaiah. It notes that there were probably more than one "Isaiah" responsible for the Biblical book bearing that name. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a...

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Bagheera

Bagheera: Hyacinth Macaw

For Students 9th - 10th

This site provides a beautiful overview of the Hyacinth Macaw, including this bird's behavior and natural history. Special attention is given to the status of this bird in the wild and current conservation efforts underway. Several...

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Unique Australian Animals

Unique Australian Animals: Western Swamp Tortoise

For Students 3rd - 8th

Use this site to the facts about an endangered Australian tortoise called the Western Swamp Tortoise.

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Voyage to the Deep: Vent Crab

For Students 3rd - 8th

Learn about vent crabs in this overview that includes a QuickTime video clip and several photos.

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Other

Illinois Raptor Center: Don't Be Cruel, Wild Animals Are Not Pets

For Students Pre-K - 1st

Read and view the squirrel who went mad in captivity but now has regained his freedom and sanity.

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Curated OER

University of Wisconsin: 5 Magnetism

For Students 9th - 10th

From an online teacher demonstration book. Includes a description and explanation of five demonstrations on a variety of magnetism topics. Interesting and captivating demos.

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Unesco: China: Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries Wolong, Mt Siguniang, Jiajin Mtns

For Students 9th - 10th

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries, home to more than 30% of the world's pandas which are classed as highly endangered, covers 924,500 ha with seven nature reserves and nine scenic parks in the Qionglai and Jiajin Mountains. The sanctuaries...

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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Statue of a Lion

For Students 9th - 10th

The block statue, which might be a symbolic representation of a king, depicts a lion sitting on its hindquarters. With its front paws, the lion is holding a human face, which could represent a Syrian captive.

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Curated OER

Galapagos Geology on the Web

For Students 9th - 10th

Fascinating and captivating site containing amazing pictures and information about the Galapagos Islands. Click here to learn more about the geography and geology of these beautiful islands.

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