 Nobel
e-Museum: Conflict Map
Extraordinary interactive world map of 20th century wars.
Grade Level: 9-12
The Nobel e-Museum: Conflict Map explores more than two hundred wars from
1899-2001. The map shows where the conflicts were fought and gives a brief
summary but does not attempt to explain the causes of war or how they
end. Also included are statistics about the Peace Prize nominees and Laureates
since 1901.
 Schoolcandy
Online Education
Create and score tests online -- for free -- more functions for a small
fee.
Grade Level: Professional
This site allows teachers and students to create and score online tests,
post assignments and participate in discussions all for free. A membership
option with more features is available for a small fee.
Harmony
-- John James Audubon
Gorgeous slide shows (in French) of Audubon's nature paintings.
Grade Level: 3-12
This online exhibit from the Musee de la civilization affords online visitors
access to the four hundred thirty five plates of John James Audubon’s
well-known work, Birds of America.
The Writings
of George Washington from the Original Manuscript Sources: 1745-1799
Thousands of transcribed Washington papers; a research treasure-trove.
Grade Level: 9-12
The Electronic Text Center at the University of Virginia Library presents
this collection of the works of the United States' first President, George
Washington.
National
Center for ESL Literacy Education
Rich resource on adult ESL literacy.
Grade Level: Professional
National Center for ESL Literacy Education (NCLE) is an information center
that focuses on "the language and literacy education of adults and out-of-school
youth learning English." It contains a wealth of resources and information
for anyone working in the field.
 Cyber
Bullying
A site that combats online social cruelty among kids.
Grade Level: 6-12, Professional
Cyber Bullying is a site with useful information for parents, teachers,
students, and administrators on the use of the Internet or other digital
communication devices to be cruel or vicious to others. The site is maintained
by the Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use.
Disability
Studies for Teachers
Resources for integrating disability studies into the curriculum
Grade Level: 6-12
The project is sponsored by the Center on Human Policy, a disability research
and policy institute in the School of Education at Syracuse University.
It offers lesson plans and materials designed to help teachers integrate
disability studies into the 6-12 grade curriculum.
The
Brain: Understanding Neurobiology Through the Study of Addiction
Graphic look at how drugs affect the brain.
Grade Level: 9-12
This site is a curriculum module from the National Institute of Health
that explores the fundamentals of neurobiology and how drug abuse can
change the brain.
Geometry
Step-by-Step From the Land of the Incas
Innovative high-school geometry site.
Grade Level: 9-12
Geometry Step by Step from the Land of the Incas was created by Antonio
Gutierrez and provides an "eclectic mix of sound, science, and Incan history
intended to interest students in Euclidean geometry." Included are problems,
puzzles, quizzes, and much more.
Principals'
Partnership
Resources for high school principals, sponsored by Union Pacific.
Grade Level: Professional
This site, sponsored by the Union Pacific Corporation, provides a wealth
of practical articles and other resources to support the work of high
school principals. 10/08/2004
Yellowstone
Volcano Observatory
Up-to-date information on volcanic activity in Yellowstone.
Grade Level: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Yellowstone Volcano Observatory was established as a partnership between
the U.S. Geological Survey, Yellowstone National Park, and the University
of Utah. This Web site provides up to date information on the volcanic
and seismic activity in the region as well as historical data. 10/06/2004
Fire
Prevention Week
Includes free classroom materials that can help save lives.
Grade Level: Pre-K-2, 3-5
The National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) developed this official
Fire Prevention Week site to provide materials and resources for kids,
parents, and teachers. 10/04/2004
Monticello:
Home of Thomas Jefferson
Tour Monticello (and more) from your desktop.
Grade Level: Pre-K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Montecello: Home of Thomas Jefferson offers teachers and students or the
history buff a wealth of information about the third President of the
United States and his plantation home. Included are lesson plans and other
teaching resources. 10/01/2004
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