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3D Atlas Online Home - What on earth are you looking for? It doesn't matter--you'll find it here. Check out research links for every country, current news, and a geographic glossary. For example, in Zimbabwe, you can see a photo of a mud hut home with a thatched roof, learn about the country's plateau and savanna, view its colorful flag, and link to other Zimbabwe sites. Also find an index to maps for each country and resources for students and teachers.
Africana.com - Here at Africana.com we have a simple philosophy that gives us a complex mission. Our prime directive is to bring together authoritative information about the whole world of Africa and her Diaspora in as entertaining a way as we can. And so you'll find here new material every day: news and comment from Africa, the Americas and around the world about the lives, experiences and needs of black people
AskAsia - Here's a site on Asia designed especially for K-12. There's an Information/News section, with news events about Asia, and a What's New area for recent additions to the site. For Educators contains Instructional Resources, a Communication Center, and School to School Connections. The Adult-Free-Zone has an Activity Corner, E-Pals, and a kids' feedback section called Kids Ask AskAsia. A final section, called Gateway to Asia, has links and Live From Asia, where live lectures and discussions featuring Asian and Asian American writers, artists, and educators are available.
Dave's ESL Cafe - If your first language isn't English, you'll find a lot of company at Dave's ESL Cafe. ESL is shorthand for English as a Second Language. Check out the hints for both learning and teaching, and have some fun with Hangman and other games. Ever heard of an idiom? That's a word or phrase used in a somewhat unusual way, and there is a dictionary of English idioms at this site. For example, sometimes moms say, "There, there" to comfort their crying kids. That may make a new learner of English say, "Huh? There--where, where?" Or how about this one: you ask for a cookie and you get a really small one. You say, "That's a pretty small cookie." A new learner of English would wonder if you meant the cookie was beautiful. Even if you're not a new learner, you'll enjoy Dave's site, since he puts so much energy and fun into everything he does.
ESL Home Page - A new family has moved into your neighborhood. You and your sister decide to visit them and invite them to play. As you knock on the door, three kids race to greet you. They don't speak English, but they want to learn! Here's a page to help you teach them. One of the best ways to learn a language is to hang around other kids. Bet you'll pick up some of their language, too. You'll find links to lots of ESL-related info around the Web.
Girl Power! - Do you have Girl Power? Find out now. This site offers activities, features, role models, and lots more. You'll know you've got Girl Power after you visit this page! It's from the Department of Health and Human Services, and its mission is "to help encourage and empower 9- to 14-year-old girls to make the most of their lives." That means there are lots of fun things to do here, and important things to think and dream about.
GreatKids Network - According to a 12-year-old named Cassie, a GreatKid is someone who has a great personality and a good sense of humor. Ten-year-old Carolyn says GreatKids get good grades, have opinions, and are nice to other siblings and people. And Konner, five years old, says GreatKids can be nice and sweet to their parents and teachers. Anyone can be a GreatKid and can have his or her story told here. Also, some GreatKids volunteer their time to help others, and if you want to be one of them, this site can help you find organizations that are looking for young volunteers. You'll also find some neat Web links.
Harriet Tubman and The Underground Railroad for Children - Here's a web-based activity about Harriet Tubman for primary age children, created by a Second Grade Class studying the Underground Railroad.
Le Damos la Bienvenida - Welcome to the Internet! There are more than 50 great Web sites selected for families by The Children's Partnership, a nonprofit children's advocacy group. Included are many sites in Spanish as well as those that are bilingual. Check out Internet basics, as well as sites for kids, sites on health, education, and lots more. As the site says, "Esperamos que encuentre el Internet muy valioso e interesante. Tambi n esperamos que al usar esta nueva tecnologia, usted se familiarice con ella y le tenga confianza."
Mexico for Kids - Did you know that the ancient Mexicans may have invented popcorn? Read about the sweet treats consumed in Mexico, which boasts one of the world's highest rates of candy consumption. There are lots of things to do at this site, including watching a video about how to make braided bracelets. You can also listen to traditional music, read some folktales, and learn a lot about the history and culture of Mexico.
Pirates! @ Nationalgeographic.com - Can you solve these National Geographic adventures? You'll have to read clues and figure out which pirate, which ship, and which treasure star in each of the mysteries. Beware: if you get it wrong, you may have to walk the virtual plank and start all over again! There are also links to additional materials, books, and links about pirates.
The French Connection: ThinkQuest Junior Project - See what happens when a class of American kids decide to visit a similar group of kids in France. To prepare for their adventure, they trade ideas and descriptions of their lives online. It doesn't work out exactly as planned, but the Web site gives you a window into the two cultures and how they are alike and yet different. This site was created by students for the ThinkQuest Junior competition.
The Presidents of the United States - For some kids growing up in the United States, becoming president is the highest ambition. So far, only a few people have achieved that goal, and the job of president is a tough one. At this site, you can read quick facts about each president, find links to other informative Web pages, and get a sense of the times and struggles of each leader of the U.S. Who knows, maybe some day you'll grow up to be president, and your picture will be on these Web pages!
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