K-2 Links and Resources
Reading:
Starfall is an excellent phonics website. It has printable
worksheets for extra practice. Enjoy the stories and
have fun reading!
First School is a valuable website which provides great
craft ideas based on phonics and seasonal themes.
Alphabet-Soup will provide you with handwriting practice materials to print out.
Math:
EM Games is a great site which reinforces our district's
Everyday Math program. You will need a specific log
in name and password.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
Social Studies:
Google Earth is an amazing website! Once you download this site,
you can type in your address or any from around the world!
As a WebRanger, you’ll learn what Park Rangers do to help protect our natural resources and our cultural heritage. You’ll also learn how Park Rangers observe and discover new things about our National Parks - things to share with visitors like you.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
Science
Yahooligans is a great resource. Young children will need guidance on this site, but it is well worth the time and effort. To search for science information, click on the science button on the main page.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
3-5 Links and Resources
Reading:
Math:
EM Games is a great site which reinforces our district's
Everyday Math program. You will need a specific log
in name and password.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
Social Studies:
Google Earth is an amazing website! Once you download this site,
you can type in your address or any from around the world!
As a WebRanger, you’ll learn what Park Rangers do to help protect our natural resources and our cultural heritage. You’ll also learn how Park Rangers observe and discover new things about our National Parks - things to share with visitors like you.
This site is the Virtual Museum of Canada. Click on VMC Exhibits then select an area you'd like to check out. You'll find dozens of virtual exhibits from around the world with an emphasis on Canadian interests, of course.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
Science
Yahooligans is a great resource. To search for science information, click on the science button on the main page.
*Also see "Search Engines" for additional resources in this subject area.*
Search Engines
"Kid's World" has many subjects with many topics in each category. Specifically there are great math and weather related sites. One math site is called "Clever Games for Clever People". There were a number of easy to play games requiring minimal supplies. One weather site listed was "The Weather Dude." This is a worthwhile resource.
Family Education is another great site to check. Pick a grade cluster, then 'school', then look at the choices. One specific activity found in the second grade science collection is called, "Rain in a Bag." There are many other topics that are great so, check them out!