Artifacts Past

Each program takes place at a living historical museum. Students see objects from the museum’s collection and attempt to guess the purpose and use of the objects. Students also learn how past lifestyles differ from contemporary life.

THR   10:00am

Body Shapes

Encourages students to learn about themselves and to feel good about their bodies. It looks at the different influences on our bodies such as heredity, diet, exercise, fitness, and the effects that social pressures have on self-esteem. Students also evaluate beauty myths, stereotypes, and fashion fads, and learn about obesity and anorexia.

MON   12:15pm

Conversations In Literature

A small group of educators and authors discuss classic and contemporary literary works using the “envisionment building” approach.

WED   8:30pm

Crow Boy

Chibi is a shy boy and an outcast at school. One day his teacher calls upon him to imitate the sounds of crows at the school's talent show. During Chibi's performance the students are amazed by his talent and regret their bad behavior towards Chibi. Students explore the Japanese culture and their five senses and learn to respect individual differences.

MON   10:00am

The Economics Classroom

This series offers teachers a strong foundation for teaching economic concepts covered in high school. This series also reviews the national standards for economics education and offers effective lesson plans and classroom strategies.

FRI   4:00pm

Great Civilizations Of The
Ancient World

Through computer animations, on-location cinematography and reconstructions, students gain an understanding of the historical influences and geography of ancient civilizations.

THR   2:00pm

The Math Dude

Enter a unique world where math concepts are practiced within a captivating virtual environment and meet the coolest math instructor around – “The Math Dude.”  He offers students and teachers a fun and often humorous reference to support their primary algebra instruction and HSA preparation.

www.MCPSMathDude.org

TUE  WED  THR    6:00pm

Math Monsters

This entertaining math series was developed in cooperation with the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and is designed to meet and support NCTM standards for K-2 mathematics process and content instruction.

Teacher Guide

TUE   9:15am

NASA Sci Files

Join the tree house detectives as they learn about ocean floor topography, currents, ocean zones, and more.

Teacher Guide

MON   10:00am

What’s the Big Idea Ben
Franklin?

Students learn about the insatiable curiosity and numerous interests of Ben Franklin and the important contributions he made to literature, science, and government.

Teacher Guide


THR   8:30am