Technology in 1900 - August 31, 2006

The topic of "inventions and innovation" makes for a great cross-curricular unit - history and science come together! Today's K12Station.com featured website looks at the state of technology an innovation - in 1900. And remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

PBS - Technology in 1900

Check out cutting-edge technology - in 1900! Use the "wayback machine" to check out high-tech in a simpler era! How would you solve the technological problems of these times? Find out at this great site from PBS!

Also visit the K12Station Inventions and Innovation Library for Middle School Students.

Timeline of Art History - August 30, 2006

Art museums are a major source of educational media on the web. Today's K12Station.com featured website looks at one of America's premier museums and one of the many educational resources they offer online. And remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Timeline of Art History

From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, an incredible site that chronicles art history through an interactive timeline. The Timeline of Art History provides an overview of the history of art as illustrated and represented in the Museum's collection, and has been researched, written, and reviewed by the Museum's curatorial staff. It serves as an important reference and research tool for anyone interested in studying art history and related subjects such as archaeology, anthropology, and history.

Also visit the K12Station Art History Library.

Investigate Biodiversity - August 29, 2006

Welcome back! One of the major topics of many late-elementary and middle-school curriculums is biodiversity. Today's K12Station.com featured website looks at this broad topic and how its study helps us to understand the world of living things. And remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Investigate Biodiversity

Beautifully illustrated and impeccably researched, the Investigate Biodiversity web site provides students and educators the unique opportunity to: learn research methods from the pros, interact with field scientists, access real world data from endangered ecosystems link to articles, websites, student science fair projects, and other resources.

Also visit the K12Station Biodiversity and Adaptations Library for Middle School Students.

Black History in America - August 28, 2006

Two history sites in a row! Yesterday's link was for the younger kids, this one is for middle and high-schoolers. Today's K12Station.com featured website explores black history in America. And remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

AP - Black History in America

From the Associated Press, an interactive exploration of black history in America. The entire site requires Flash, so make sure you have it installed ... and also be sure to have your speakers turned on, so you can enjoy the sound clips.

Also visit the K12Station Black History Library.

Colonial America - August 27, 2006

Hey, we skipped a day ... I took the family to an amusement park, and we didn't get back until REALLY late. I promise I won't slack off like that again! Hopefully, today's link will be good enough to make up for the lost time. Today's K12Station.com featured website explores Colonial America. And remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Our America - Colonial Period

From Scholastic.com, a multimedia exploration of Colonial America. Learn about the history of this era, plus check out several interactive activities that introduce the arts, architecture and society of the times! This site is geared toward students in Grades 3-6, but there is great image content that will excite younger learners as well.

Also visit the K12Station Colonial America Library for Young Students.

Simple Machines - August 25, 2006

Wow! Blogger was really funky today - lots of downtime. I'm glad we made it through that storm ... so on to the link! Today's K12Station.com featured website explores Simple Machines. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

EdHeads - Simple Machines

Learn about simple and compound machines while you explore a virtual House and Tool Shed! This great animated, interactive site from EdHeads requires Shockwave to enjoy all of the fun features. This site is outstanding for students in Grades 2-5.

Also visit the K12Station Machines & Tools Library for Young Students.

New Feature! Learning Keyhole - August 24, 2006

Today I'm rolling out a new weekly feature: the K12Station "Learning Keyhole." Each Keyhole will provide you with an inside look at the best websites on a given topic. Today's topic is Writing for Middle School Students - simply click on the topic of your choice - Essays, The Writing Process, The Research Process, or Correspondence, and a new browser window will open up with K12Station's great links to tutorials, reference sources, and interactive sites for use in your classroom or homeschool.

Every week I'll post a new "Learning Keyhole" on a new topic. Follow the keyhole links, and I'll bet you find some great new sites that you've never seen before!

Scientific Notation - August 23, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explains how to use Scientific Notation. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Homework Hotline - Scientific Notation

A video exploration of Scientific Notation! Catch an entire blackboard session from an experienced mathematics teacher.

Also visit the K12Station Scientific Notation Library.

Themes in American Art - August 22, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores the traditions of American visual arts. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Exploring Themes in American Art

From the National Gallery of Art, this site delves into various themes of American art through ten illustrated essays, image pages, information on featured artists, a glossary, and a bibliography of suggested references.

Also visit the K12Station Art Appreciation Library for High School Students.

Captain Chemo - August 21, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website elementary and middle-school students learn about cancer and chemotherapy. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Captain Chemo and the Chemo Command

A comic strip created by a young patient at the Royal Marsden Hospital has been turned into an interactive computer game to help cancer patients worldwide. The animated and interactive educational site is primarily aimed at cancer patients, and young students to explain the disease and its treatment.

Also visit the K12Station Disease & Treatment Learning Library for Elementary/Middle School Students.

Chameleon Graphing - August 20, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps late-elementary students learn the basics of graphing. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Chameleon Graphing

Learn to graph in the coordinate plane - with the help of the "graphing chameleon"! A great site from the Math Forum.

Also visit the K12Station Graphing Library for Elementary Students!

The Story of Africa - August 19, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores the rich history of the African continent. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

BBC - The Story of Africa

The BBC's incredible African History resource! Includes modules on the following topics: Living History, Early History, Nile Valley, West African Kingdoms, Swahili, Traditional Religions, Islam, Christianity, Slavery, Central African Kingdoms, Africa and Europe, Southern Africa, Between World Wars, Independence. The most comprehensive African History resource on the Web!

Also visit the K12Station African History Library!

PHSchool: Cell Structure & Function - August 18, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores the structure and function of cells. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

PHSchool - Cell Structure and Function

This great animated module is designed to help you review cell structure. You will find information about the structure of prokaryotic cells and the structure of eukaryotic cells.

Also visit the K12Station Cells Library for Early Elementary Students!

BBC Storybear - August 18, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website is perfect for young, emerging readers. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Storybear - BBC

From the BBC's Little Animals Activity Center, three wonderfully animated read-along stories - The Missing Pencil, The Butterfly Trail, and The Wishing Tree. Make sure you have the Flash player installed on your computer to properly view the site.

Also visit the K12Station Reading Library for Early Elementary Students!

Koshland: Putting DNA to Work - August 17, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website takes an animated look at DNA. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Putting DNA to Work

An amazing online exhibit from the Koshland Science Museum. High school and late middle-school students can explore several applications of DNA technology - including crop improvement, criminal justice, and the fight against infections diseases!

Also visit the K12Station Genetics Library for High School Students!

Study Art - August 16, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores the basic elements of art. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Study Art

From Sanford Art Adventures, this great site helps you explore the world of art and artists through an interactive timeline and glossary. Learn about the color wheel, the elements and principles of art, and much more!

Also visit the K12Station Visual Arts Library for Middle School Students!

Learning Curve - Victorian Britain: August 15, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website looks at the Victorian era in British history. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Victorian Britain

From the British National Archives, this great site not only explores Victorian history, but also encourages students to look critically at documentary evidence of the past, to investigate and challenge interpretations and views of the past, and to reach balanced conclusions based upon the evidence.



Also visit the K12Station British Empire History Library!

Poddle Weigh-In : August 14, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website includes a great game that helps young students explore the basics of measurement. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Poddle Weigh-In

From PBS Kids Cyberchase, this great game challenges young students to use a balance scale. Students will discover concepts in measurement and equivalence as they try to keep both sides of the scale even!

Also visit the K12Station Measurement Library for Elementary Students!

Grammar Bytes - August 13, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps late-elementary and middle-school students with English grammar. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Grammar Bytes

This site has it all - an Index of Grammar Terms, Interactive Exercises, Handouts for Students and Teachers, and Grammar Rules. An excellent resource on grammar.



Also visit the K12Station Grammar Library for Elementary Students!

Mind, Body & Soul - August 12, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps older students deal with issues of emotional health and wellness. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Mind, Body & Soul

Mind, Body & Soul is a website which aims to give young people aged 14-16, the lowdown on health in a fun and interesting way. The site gives you accurate and up-to-date information about health so that you can make your own choices. It also contains material that you will help with your schoolwork.

Also visit the K12Station Emotional Wellness Library for High School Students!

Windows To the Universe - August 11, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores explores just about everything in the universe! Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Windows To the Universe

This great site covers hundreds of subjects on earth science, the solar system, the universe, space travel, and much more. Every page of the site is also available in Spanish, and teachers can select pages written for students at different stages of learning!



Also visit the K12Station Space Library for Elementary Students!

British Museum: Mesopotamia - August 10, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores the ancient world of Mesopotamia. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

British Museum - Mesopotamia

A beautifully illustrated site that covers all aspects of Mesopotamian history, religion and culture. View images of the British Museum's extensive collection of artifacts from the region. Great for students of all ages!



Also visit the K12Station Ancient History Library for Elementary Students!

Supreme Court History - August 9, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website explores our nations highest court. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Supreme Court History

This is an incredible site that explores the history of the court, plus several in-depth features on issues such as: The Supreme Court and Womens Rights, Landmark Cases ... and much more!

Also visit the K12Station Supreme Court Libraries!

My Art Gallery - August 8, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps elementary students learn about visual arts in a truly unique way. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

My Art Gallery - Seattle Museum

"My Art Gallery" is your chance to discover how curators put together exhibitions by doing it yourself online! You will be using the Seattle Art Museum's collection of art from cultures around the world to build your own exhibition.!



Also visit the K12Station Art Appreciation Libraries!

Essay Builder - August 7, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps older students craft effective essays. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Essay Builder

An online tutorial that covers the following steps in essay writing: Introduction, Supporting Paragraphs, Summary Paragraph, How to Write an Essay, Prewriting Essays, Writing Essays, Editing Essays, Publishing Essays, Kinds of Essays, Definition, Classification, Description, Compare and Contrast, Sequence, Choice, Explanation, Evaluation.

Also visit the K12Station Writing Libraries!

BBC French Language Resources - August 6, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps students of all ages to learn the basics - and the not-so-basics - of the French language. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

BBC - French Language Resources

An amazing series of resources for learning beginning to advanced French! You can guage you French skills with an online assessment, improve your basic French with a new online video course, and take the online French challenge.



Also visit the K12Station French Language Libraries!

SFS Kids: The Music Lab - August 5, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps elementary and middle school students experiment with musical instruments. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

SFS Kids - The Music Lab

From the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, a great interactive site. Activities include: Learn the Basics of Music, How to Speed it up or slow it down, Hear patterns that make music move, Play around with sounds, Mix it up with the Harmonizer, Make it louder, softer, or play it again, Decide what the instruments will play, Play a tune or two ... and more!



Also visit the K12Station Musical Instrument Libraries!

Learn to Write Poetry - August 4, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website helps elementary students explore the world of Poetry through the eyes of three popular poets - Jack Prelutsky, Karla Kuskin, and Jean Marzollo. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

Scholastic - Learn to Write Poetry

From Scholastic.com, an amazing collection of poetry resources for elementary and middle-school students. The site includes interactive activities where students can create and publish their own poems!



Also visit the K12Station Poetry Libraries!

Holt Grapher - August 3, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website is geared toward middle-school and high-school students who are looking to create graphs. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

HOLT Grapher

From Holt Publishing, this Shockwave-enhanced site will help you to create Line Graphs, Bar Graphs and Pie Charts. Type in a name for your graph, the titles for your X-axis and Y-axis, and your data points. It's easy!



Also visit the K12Station Data Analysis and Statistics Libraries!

PBS Atom Builder - August 2, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website is geared toward middle-school and high-school chemistry students, and focuses on atomic structure. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

PBS - Atom Builder

This great site from PBS includes a great introductory guide to atoms, and an interactive activity (requires Shockwave) that challenges students to "build" their own atom. The site is an excellent companion piece to early lessons on atomic structure.



Also visit the K12Station Atomic Structure Resource Libraries!

CBBC Endangered Animals - August 1, 2006

Today's K12Station.com featured website is geared toward an elementary audience, and focuses on endangered animals. Remember – there are over 20,000 great educational website links in the K12Station.com Internet Resource Libraries!

CBBC Endangered Animals

CBBC Newsround is a tremendous site for young students – and their Endangered Animals page is no exception. Students learn about various species who face endangerment through animated lessons:

The site challenges young students to think about the causes of animal endangerment, and helps them to explore methods of protection. To take full advantage of the site’s interactive features, you will need to have the Flash plug-in installed on your computer.

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