Sites for Learning About the 50 States
When was Colorado admitted to the Union? What is the state motto of Idaho? Who were earliest inhabitants of Indiana? Any student tasked with...
Understanding Winter Solstice
Winter Solstice this year will fall on December 21, but what exactly is a solstice? Learn more about how this astronomical event has been...
Sites for Learning About Countries
The sites below have a cool collection of tools to help you learn about different countries. A lot of students have to research countries,...
The 7 Wonders of the Ancient World
Centuries ago, in a seemingly lost age where rulers built monuments of stone, seven structures stood out for their grandiosity, and for the awe...
Lending an Artistic Touch to Math
Some educators are using the arts and humanities to enhance their teaching of math.
Math for Web 2.0
Unlike the arts, Math has struggled to find...
Coral Reefs and Why They Are In Danger of Extinction
Climate change, water pollution, destructive fishing and damage to coastal habitats are all contributing factors.
Background: What Are Coral Reefs?
Teeming with life, coral reefs are...
The True Meaning of Memorial Day
Today, Memorial Day is part of the three-day weekend each May that signals the beginning of summer, and is marked by beach trips and...
Using Computer Programs to Improve Student Writing
March 19, 2010
by Colleen Brondou
Students at all levels across the country are struggling to develop writing skills, making some educators turn to Web-based programs...
Frozen in Time: A Look at Time Capsules
Time capsules allow their creators to freeze moments in time and communicate those moments to future generations. They encourage a dialogue with history, and...
11 Things You May Not Know About Abraham Lincoln
by Denis Cummings
Abraham Lincoln is one of the most studied figures in American history, but there is still much you may not know about...
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