Student Resources

PBS' NATURE
The PBS site NATURE presents wildlife in unique situations that raise challenging questions in both natural science and environmental protection. These questions can bring to light different viewpoints as well as inspire further inquiry.
NASA for Kids
Smithsonian National Zoo Animal Cameras
Smithsonian Kids site
Enchanted Learning -- Animal printouts
Exploring Nature Educational Resource

http://all-science-fair-projects.com/ -- science fair projects with instructions
http://www.cdli.ca/sciencefairs/ -- ideas and resources for science fair projects
http://school.discovery.com/sciencefaircentral/ -- creative investigations into the real world
http://www.scifair.org/ -- Whether you need a science fair project idea, or help with any science experiment you are already doing, we can help you.
http://www.exploratorium.edu/ls/pathfinders/scifairs -- What's the "scientific method," and how can I demonstrate it in a project?
http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/projectguide/ -- Internet Public Library science fair resource guide

Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids
Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids is the educational component of GPO Access, the Government Printing Office’s (GPO) free online service of official Government information from all three branches of the U.S. Government. Ben’s Guide provides information and activities specifically tailored for educators, parents, and students in K-12. These resources can help teach about our government and how it works.
Maryland Kids' Page
Introduction to Maryland
Time for Kids
Washington Post Kids Page
USA State Web Games
World Geography Web Games
America's Story (Library of Congress site)

Please see or e-mail Mrs. Spiro in the media center for home use logins and passwords.

SpellBee.org
Spellbee.org is home to a new educational technology which lets kids become each other's teachers across the internet. The first activity is a spelling game, where students choose words for each other to spell. Other activities will be introduced over time.

USA Freedom Corp Kids
Ideas for how kids can start volunteering; games for kids to show how volunteering can be fun and rewarding; links to other Federal websites about volunteering and sites designed for kids and youth; information on how to contact the President and USA Freedom Corps.

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