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Government Sites
America’s Story from America’s Library - Discover the stories of America's past, like
Buffalo Bill and Harriet Tubman; find out about interesting inventions and get fascinating historical facts.
American
Memory - Historical resources on a variety of topics. Check out this huge collection.
Children's Literature - Rare Books Digital Collection - Read
some of the most beloved children’s stories from the 18th century to the present.
Eagle
Books - A series of four books that teach kids about physical activity, eating healthy foods, and
learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention.
Language Arts - Federal Resources for Educational
Excellence - Literature, writers, online professional development to help you in your classroom.
Literature - Library of Congress - Collection of literary
documents including poetry, books, periodicals, and even an author's notebook.
Literature & Writers - Find links to educational
resources on American literature, poetry, and other literature topics.
Reading - Federal Resources for Educational Excellence -
Find links to helpful reading resources.
Suggested Reading from the Smithsonian - A list of
suggested reading materials. Check out these great books about art, science, history, and adventure!
Using Primary Sources - Primary sources are the raw materials of history - original
documents and objects which were created at the time. Examining primary sources gives students a powerful
sense of history.
Other Resources
American Masters Database For Teachers - PBS - Get
lesson plans and interactive materials on significant and influential American writers, musicians, visual and
performing artists, and filmmakers.
Arthur - Parents & Teachers - The Arthur web site is the online companion to the popular
ARTHUR television series airing daily on PBS Kids. Get interactive games, lesson plans, and resources.
Between the Lions - Parents and Teachers - Here's where you'll find everything you
need to know about the program plus teacher guides, parent activities, and more.
Circle of Stories - PBS - Find lesson plans and activities that will allow students to examine the
oral tradition of Native American storytelling.
Colorin’
Colorado - This site is filled with useful information, strategies, activities, and resources for all
teachers of English language learners.
Grimms’ Fairytales - Read 12 enchanting fairytales from the Brothers Grimm.
Literature Database - PBS American Masters -
Learn about some of the most influential and significant American writers like Edgar Allen Poe, Arthur Miller, and F.
Scott Fitzgerald.
Math and Reading Help - Articles on creating good lesson plans.
Reading Is
Fundamental - This section is designed especially for all of you - teachers, childcare providers,
librarians, and other professionals - to support you in your efforts to help children become lifelong readers.
Reading Rockets - For Teachers - This site is loaded with tons of reading resources
including guides, webcasts, and recommended reading lists.
SparkTop - Teacher Resource Center - SparkTop improves the self-esteem and self-
awareness of kids with learning difficulties, including learning disabilities and AD/HD.
Student Opinion - The Learning Network - Learn about current events from the
New York Times; students 13 and older are invited to comment on questions about issues in the news.
The Literacy
Project - Find books, articles and videos about literacy, or start your own literacy or reading
group.
Weekly
Reader - There is news for kids of all ages. Read about current issues, learn what kids in other
schools are doing in their communities, and express your views on hot news.
WordCentral.com
- Fun dictionary site where you can look up words, get a word of the day to learn, and more.
Write It - Scholastic.com - Help your students' find their voice and publish their
work.
Writing Instruction - IPL Teenspace - Here's a list of
resources to help you with grammar and writing.
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