tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:44:50 +0000spacecomputer labanimal-friendlyfinanceslessonsteacher blogseco-friendlymoonall agesmemory gamefree activitiestimelineedu-blogsall gradeshomeschoolfree3rd through 6th gradesartcoloringafter school activitiesspellinggrammarhand-eye coordinationlogic gamescommunity projectseducator1st and 2nd gradesafter schoolinventionsAstronauts1st through 12th gradesGrades 3+Rhymeriddleslanguage skillslessonteachingsciencegrades 1st through 8th3rd and 4th gradesmoney gamecontestpaintback to schoolreadingprintablesmathinteractivePower Pointresearchebookshome educationLegosminyanlandApollo 11brain gamestypingvideospuzzle gamesgamesgamebookeducation blogscreatesocial studiesonlinewikipediaprintclassroomcomputer programmingtutorialsbuildholidaysgiveawayBen FranklinseasonshistorydictionarypuzzlesdesignKindergartenquoteseducationalhome schoolfun3rd through 8th gradeseducational gamesUSbloggingthesaurusbiographywritingJFKencyclopediaCharacterThis site is dedicated to posting the best quality, free educational sites and inspiring computer lessons for grades 1st through 8th.http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)Blogger40125http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKidshttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-6905121988121374424Sat, 05 Nov 2011 16:03:00 +00002011-11-05T09:03:13.050-07:00typingarthomeschool3rd and 4th grades1st and 2nd gradesfreecomputer labpaintmath Tux4Kids develops high-quality software for kids, with the goal of combining fun and learning into an irresistible package. I have tried the assortment of three products available for free download - Tux Paint, Tux Typing and Tux Math Command. They each run great, are engaging, with fun graphics and sounds and lots of options that keep the user coming back for more! I have used these three http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/JMbeeUk2yHQ/playing-and-learning-with-free-tux.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/11/playing-and-learning-with-free-tux.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-3183372163594522354Sat, 16 Apr 2011 17:12:00 +00002011-04-16T10:12:10.299-07:003rd through 8th gradestimelineinventionsquotesGrades 3+educationalhistoryeducational gamesBen Franklinbiography We never tire from reading about Ben Franklin, and if you are looking for Ben Franklin information and activities for your classroom or home-school, The Electric Ben Franklin might be a good place to start. This website is part of the larger - USHistory.org and you can easily navigate your way around with the left menu column. You won't want to miss "A Temple's Diary", an episodic tale of http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/lv-co_lwY34/all-about-ben.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/04/all-about-ben.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-7712794291326382612Thu, 17 Mar 2011 15:13:00 +00002011-03-17T08:13:57.789-07:00computer programmingtutorialseducatorsciencemath I just spent some quality time at Educator.com. What a great site for teachers and high school, college level students alike. Educator.com is a pioneering venture aimed at equalizing education by assembling the best teachers in the country and making their lectures affordable to everyone. We cover high school and university topics in mathematics, science, and computer programming. Once you http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/pFxp6DYnUNk/educator.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/03/educator.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-2205001742167186175Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:58:00 +00002011-03-04T10:58:11.323-08:001st through 12th gradesAstronautsJFKspacescienceApollo 11moonAmazing videos and images at this website, where you can really get an intense view of the Apollo 11 launch and events surrounding that time. At We Choose the Moon, take a virtual ride with the famous Apollo 11 astronauts on man's first journey to the moon! This carefully crafted, highly detailed, multi-media animation brings you from Stage 1 at the launch pad to Stage 11 where the astronauts http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/qvMfOGmOIq8/we-choose-moon-visually-stimulating-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/03/we-choose-moon-visually-stimulating-and.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-4301474665128421448Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:39:00 +00002011-03-04T11:05:07.074-08:00financesgrades 1st through 8thmoney gameminyanlandI just spent the last hour playing at MinyanLand. I think this site is great for kids because not only is it entertaining, but it teaching about money. MinyanLand is a virtual world where learners get to play games and make friends while they learn about earning, saving, spending and giving.  Best of all, it is free to use! Learners begin their time in MinyanLand with $50,000 in MinyanMoney http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/rHnklRPFGqo/minyanland-gets-a.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/03/minyanland-gets-a.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-9199366915009033359Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:08:00 +00002011-01-21T16:08:09.192-08:001st through 12th gradesgames1st and 2nd gradesall gradeseducational gamesbrain gamesgameEducational games are a great tool for building foundation math and language skills that today's elementary school curriculum requires. These online learning games and songs for kids are fun, teach important skills for preschool and elementary school kids and they're free. Want educational games that help build skills in math, language, science, social studies, and more? Get them at http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/-NWl5AeuNHI/i-love-learning-games-for-kids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/01/i-love-learning-games-for-kids.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-2812706283199889615Mon, 17 Jan 2011 21:08:00 +00002011-01-17T13:08:49.347-08:00logic gamespuzzle gameseducational gamesbrain gamesmemory gamegameI spent quite a bit of time playing at this site I just came across called Games for the Brain - http://www.gamesforthebrain.com/ These are puzzles, memory and logic games that fuel your brain. I think kids and adults alike will enjoy these games as much as I did, but I'd say that probably grades 2+ through adults would enjoy it. Some are more tricky than others of course. Have fun!!http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/9G9A0OW5hOE/games-for-brain.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/01/games-for-brain.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-2071351351138206071Thu, 06 Jan 2011 20:43:00 +00002011-01-06T12:43:19.721-08:00education blogsteachingeducationalbloggingedu-blogsteacher blogsI believe in life long learning, and aside from the learning I am currently enjoying via the college courses I'm taking and the books I'm reading - I love to learn from others. I spend hours reading newsletters and blogs from others who share in the joy of learning (and teaching) also. Today I wanted to share with you some of my favorite teacher and edu-blogs. I subscribe to these via their RSShttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/knaKFoz-P-M/my-favorite-teacher-blogs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/01/my-favorite-teacher-blogs.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-6347776604220742758Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:24:00 +00002011-01-06T10:24:25.290-08:00 Freerice is a website where users play various educational, multiple-choice games in order to fight world hunger. For every question the user answers correctly, 10 grains of rice are donated. The games include English vocabulary (the game the site began with), multiplication tables, pre-algebra, chemical symbols (basic or intermediate), English grammar, basic foreign language vocabulary for http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/80chBd4fGbY/new-freerice-for-education-and-fighting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2011/01/new-freerice-for-education-and-fighting.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-8404555922871683833Sat, 30 Oct 2010 21:49:00 +00002010-10-30T14:49:24.221-07:00funclassroomriddleshome schoolwritingbookI recently acquired this book - "101 quick-thinking games + riddles for children" and it's become quite a jewel for me in the classroom! I'm always looking for fresh writing topics for my students, grades 3rd through 6th and I usually end up scouring the internet for ideas and content I can entice the kids with. I think writing is important and usually incorporate it into each of my workshops inhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/XN-fK8b3IRU/101-riddle-fun-for-kids-and-classrooms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/10/101-riddle-fun-for-kids-and-classrooms.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-8487545199270305896Wed, 27 Oct 2010 01:04:00 +00002010-10-26T18:04:15.564-07:00free activitiesback to schoolafter schoolafter school activitiesWhen children are literally up to their gills with the learning and sport activities in school, it may seem superfluous to enroll them for after school activities. In spite of this, after school programs are sprouting up in large numbers and most of these are booked full. This shows that there is a real need for after school activities. The unavailability of parental supervision is the leading http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/ZMb_5grP-cg/need-for-after-school-activities.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/10/need-for-after-school-activities.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-70878392279148294Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:27:00 +00002010-09-03T13:28:52.598-07:00gamesI'm real impressed with Friv. This is a quality flash game site, big, bold, games with great graphics, music and no annoying ads. There are 250 games to choose from and though I have not personally played them all - yet - It looks as though the games are safe for people of all ages. Friv -   http://www.friv.com/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/bgV40j73JvE/friv-online-games.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/09/friv-online-games.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-6931156283378647152Sun, 15 Aug 2010 15:18:00 +00002010-08-16T11:19:50.656-07:00back to schoolcontesteducationalgiveawayIt's that time of year again! Shopping for new shoes, backpacks, pencils and cool clothes.. It's BACK TO SCHOOL TIME! It's also a great time for back to school contests, free to enter and who couldn't use a little help with all that shopping anyway, right? These educational contests and giveaways offer you the chance to win cash for your school shopping and in some case, even your school or http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/qY24S83SdJY/back-to-school-contests.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/08/back-to-school-contests.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-3320372635917230483Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:46:00 +00002010-02-06T08:56:02.991-08:00homeschoolhome educationfreehome schoolCheck out Homeschool Freebies by Jamin! http://www.theoldschoolhousestore.com/FF/Jamins-Freebies-2-5-10.htmhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/QaOjGaz7h0Q/homeschooling-freebies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/02/homeschooling-freebies.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-3949736869831286028Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:07:00 +00002010-02-06T08:55:54.132-08:00homeschoolhome educationhome schoolhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/Q2sPM7JLjeo/save-70-great-courses-by-americas-top.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/01/save-70-great-courses-by-americas-top.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-7301811090833385995Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:25:00 +00002010-01-15T08:27:26.765-08:00videoshomeschoolbuildlessonsLegosJamin's Freebies: "LEGOEngineering.com has a free community section that allows you to view LEGO lesson plans, as well as share your own. You can browse by age range, hardware, software, and popular topics. There are also over 15 categories to look through. Once you find the lesson you want to use, you can download a free pdf, and in some cases, there are videos to view of the experiments."http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/TsrzXsD3htY/friday-edu-freebies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/01/friday-edu-freebies.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-6484819118212400449Fri, 15 Jan 2010 01:39:00 +00002010-01-15T08:27:53.567-08:00freereadingebooksOpen Culture is compiling a list of great works of fiction, non-fiction and poetry that are available as eBooks for free. Free eBooks: Great Books on Your PC, iPhone & Kindle | Open Culturehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/KBxDMSIJwyg/free-ebooks-great-books-on-your-pc.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/01/free-ebooks-great-books-on-your-pc.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-5273952292164211097Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:37:00 +00002010-01-13T14:39:30.284-08:00free activitieslessonsfreeI love this site and visit often for the lesson archives, ideas and oh, the Free stuff! Teacher Created Resources offers a LOT! If you have some time, get a cup of tea and make yourself comfortable before you start looking around. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. Free Monthly Activities: "Free Monthly Activities"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/2VukmNvhgLk/free-monthly-activities.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/01/free-monthly-activities.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-1540653248644196514Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:35:00 +00002010-01-15T08:28:16.566-08:00community projectsOnce Upon a School - Homehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/ufLkZUJ6xUI/once-upon-school.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2010/01/once-upon-school.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-935799732252635468Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:58:00 +00002009-12-30T13:03:35.660-08:00homeschoolhome educationhome schoolFor just ONE MORE DAY, you can get Homeschool magazine subscription for just $7.95! This limited time offer ends 12-31-09If you are not yet subscribed, don't delay. It's an awesome magazine, and the best addition to your home education. It's THE magazine for home schooling families.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/1R05nnoD7zA/home-school-with-best-in-homeschool.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/12/home-school-with-best-in-homeschool.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-7245892962272992834Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:34:00 +00002009-11-05T08:37:27.099-08:00Rhymeinteractivegrammargames3rd and 4th grades1st and 2nd gradeslanguage skillsMy 1st-4th grade students spent some time here today. I was so impressed with the site and the kids had a great time practicing Rhyming skills. Rhyme Rodeo: Linkhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/TriEw_IZLEI/great-interactive-rhyming-activity.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/11/great-interactive-rhyming-activity.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-30139675301022607Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:03:00 +00002009-07-23T12:06:27.113-07:00all ages1st through 12th gradesonlinefreeall gradesanimal-friendlylessonprintablesTeachKind is a humane education resource for teachers, administrators, and librarians who want to help students become kinder, more compassionate individuals. On this site, you'll find a wealth of materials that have been designed exclusively for caring and dedicated educators like you. You can download free lesson plans or order free books, posters, leaflets, stickers, videos, and other http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/vAqOEeGwxBI/free-animal-friendly-lessons-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/07/free-animal-friendly-lessons-and.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-6201259089740412024Thu, 23 Jul 2009 18:59:00 +00002009-07-23T12:07:02.748-07:00all ages1st through 12th gradesonlineanimal-friendlyeco-friendlyAt Peta Kids, your student has access to animal friendly games, contests and quality learning materials.. Peta Kidshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/3tMPAWy8dqM/peta-kids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/07/peta-kids.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-8607756093591199770Fri, 08 May 2009 16:50:00 +00002009-05-08T09:50:44.862-07:00http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/SO3z-UboYXU/personality-test.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/05/personality-test.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9035660279365060321.post-7696293215856896255Fri, 08 May 2009 16:20:00 +00002009-05-08T09:34:40.317-07:00interactiveall agesgamesonlinecreatedesignall gradesgame Got some free time? Try this fun new game.. build your dominoes into any design and click "Play" to watch your creation in action. Click "Reset" to continue working on the design. Choose "Favorites" to look at some past designs by others.. very cool! This game is create by Host, a creative agency based in Sydney Australia. Try Drawminoes today.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatEducationalWebsitesForTeachersKids/~3/ciXgCbE58jY/drawminoes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Karlyn)0http://great-edu-sites.blogspot.com/2009/05/drawminoes.html