Third Grade

 

 
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Aesop's Fables
http://www.mythfolklore.net/aesopica/
An outstanding resource for a related genre, the fable. The site was prepared by Laura Gibbs who is a leading expert in the field.
Children's Haiku Garden
http://homepage2.nifty.com/haiku-eg/
This garden is for the haiku verses with illustrations from Japanese children and other children from the USA or other countries.
Random House Children's Books
http://www.randomhouse.com/kids/
This Random House site features all kinds of information and activities for specific book series that they publish such as Magic Tree House and Junie B. Jones.
BBC - Skillswise Words
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/words/grammar/
Factsheets, worksheets, quizzes and games to help you improve your English.  Choose from grammar, spelling, reading, listening, writing and vocabulary.
Merrian - Webster's Word of the Day
http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/mwwod.pl
Word of the day. Includes audio pronunciation.
Interactive Reading Activities on Scholastic.com
Writing  with writing genre workshops, language building activites and more
SuperKids Vocabulary Builders
http://superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/
Develop your  vocabulary with the "word-of-the-day" feature. 
 
 
 
A+ Math
http://www.aplusmath.com/
This website was developed to help students improve their math skills interactively using flash cards and games and more
Everyday Math 
The online interactive workbook ot the Everyday Mathematics My Reference Book
Funbrain
http://www.funbrain.com/
This site features a variety of age and grade appropriate math arcade games.  Find a math game by clicking on your grade level.
Kidport
http://www.kidport.com/
Students can select a subject they would like to learn more about such as math, science, social studies, language arts, creative arts, and a reference library.  Please click on your particular grade to get started.
Math Advantage (Harcourt Brace)
http://www.harcourtschool.com/menus/auto/13/2.html
Has activities for sorting, patterns, geometry, using a number line, telling time, addition and even a math glossary
Mathgym
http://www.mathgym.com/
This site features tutorials on mathematical problem solving, mathematical games and puzzles in an arcade zone, and essays and activities in a Pythagorean section.
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/vlibrary.html
This web site is a library of uniquely interactive, web-based virtual manipulatives or concept tutorials, for mathematics instruction (K-8 emphasis), supported by the National Science Foundation.
 

Science

 
Physics of Sound
Bats, Bats Everywhere
http://members.aol.com/bats4kids/
Facts about bats — where they live, what they eat, types, how they help humans, myths, how to help save, etc.
Complete Sun and Moon Data for one Day
http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/RS_OneDay.html
Calculate sunrise and sunset times.
Science with Sound and Waves
http://www.kathimitchell.com/sound.htm
The Sound and Waves experiments allow students to explore both these phenomena and also learn about the fundamental properties of harmonic motion and waves.
The Importance of the Properties of Water to Life - Glossary
http://www.biologylessons.sdsu.edu/classes/lab1/glossary.html
Glossary of water properties.
 
Structures of Life
EEK! Natures Notes
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/nature/index.htm
Information and activities about plants, animals and the world around us.
The Crayfish Corner
http://www.mackers.com/crayfish/#pics
Page includes information about the crayfish, plus crayfish as food, pictures of, crayfish stories and crayfish links.
The Importance of the Properties of Water to Life - Glossary
http://www.biologylessons.sdsu.edu/classes/lab1/glossary.html
Glossary of water properties.
Great Plant Escape
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/gpe/case1/facts.html
Site is designed to introduce students to plant science and increase their understanding of how foods grow.
 
Animals
bbc.co.uk - Science & Nature
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/reallywild/amazing/
Meet some amazing animals in our a-z guide to some of the world's most fascinating creatures.
Fact Monster
http://www.factmonster.com/
This site has unbeatable reference materials, fun facts and features. Type your animal name in the search box. 
KidsClick: Animals
http://sunsite.berkeley.edu/KidsClick!/midanim.html
This site is a gateway of resources of science and animals links. Choose your animal from the list or scroll down and type your animal name in the search box.
Kids Konnect.com
http://www.kidskonnect.com/ 
This website is a internet gateway for kids. To search for a topic (animal) go to alphabetized list and choose the topic animals and your specific animal or go to subject list and type in your animal.
Kids' Planet ESPECIES Animal Fact Sheet
http://www.kidsplanet.org/factsheets/map.html
Electronic Fact Sheets on over 50 Species.
Sea World/Bush Gardens - Animal Bytes
http://www.seaworld.org/animal-info/animal-bytes/index.htm
Animal Bytes is specifically designed to help you quickly find information about some of the unique creatures found in the animal kingdom. Most files include the scientific classification, fun facts, and biological value.
Yahooligans! Animals
http://yahooligans.yahoo.com/content/animals/
This site provides facts and pictures of animals. To find information on your animal, either type the name in search box or choose a field guide icon where your animal would be found.
 
 
 
Map Tool
Use this site for printing out current maps of the worlds
 
Culture/Behavioral Social Science
A to Z Kids Stuff
http://www.atozkidsstuff.com/japan.html
Kids will find sections about Japan n things to know, art things to do, writing, cooking, and games, stories to read and more.
ABC Teach - Japan
http://www.abcteach.com/directory/theme_units/social_studies/japan/
This site has many Japanese activities for teachers to use with their students.
Numerous student activities on this site along with learner outcomes.
Kids Web Japan
http://web-japan.org/kidsweb/
Kids Web Japan is a site that introduces Japan to school aged children.  It has a lot of information and many photographs that will give students a better understanding about Japan.  Very kid friendly.
 
Economics
Ask Dr. Econ
http://www.kathimitchell.com/econ.htm
Specialize in shedding light on topical and challenging economic quandries.
Fed 101 (off-site)
http://www.kc.frb.org/fed101/
An interactive introduction to the Federal Reserve, its purposes, and its functions.
From Revolution to Reconstruction and what happens afterwards - American Economy
http://odur.let.rug.nl/~usa/ECO/1991/index.htm
An outline of the American Economy
 
Government
Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/
Children  from Kindergarten through grade 12 will find a variety of information about basic aspects of the United States and its government.
Kids Next Door
http://www.hud.gov/kids/
Where Kids can come to learn more about being good citizens.
Life in the Whitehouse
http://www.whitehouse.gov/kids/whlife/index.html
Learn about the White House and the people who have lived there through these activities and games.
 
Geography
National Geographic for Kids
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/kids/
Maps, cultures, and facts from around the world. Includes a special section for kids.
Postcards from America
http://www.postcardsfrom.com/index.html
Explore America without leaving your seat. Journey through the window of an electronic postcard and tour the 50 states.
What Do Maps Show?
http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/teachers/mapsshow.htm
Interactive lessons on how to read a map.
American Rhetoric: the power of Oratory in the United States
http://www.americanrhetoric.com/
Index to and growing database of 5000+ full text, audio and video (streaming) versions of public speeches, sermons, legal proceedings, lectures, debates, interviews, other recorded media events, and a declaration or two.
Historical Milwaukee Incorporated
http://www.historicmilwaukee.org/
Historic Milwaukee Incorporated provides an extensive list of Milwaukee architecture with pictures and corresponding information divided by periods in Milwaukee history.  It also offers information on Historic Milwaukee waling or bus tours.
Milwaukee Architecture
http://people.msoe.edu/~reyer/mke/
Take a pictorial tour of Milwaukee from the birth of the city (1837) to present.
Wisconsin History for Kids
http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/kids/
The kids' website of the Wisconsin Historical Society. Here you'll find lots of interesting facts about our state and some fun things to do.
Milwaukee Urban Archives at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
http://www.uwm.edu/Library/arch/
Social Studies for Kids
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/
Encompass may subject areas with a single portal.  Topics include Native Americans, exploring the west, maps of U.S. history. The border, biography of America, and Women's History and more.
Wisconsin Local History Network
http://www.wlhn.org/
 
 
 
Dole 5 A Day
http://www.dole5aday.com/
This site is packed with fun activities all designed to motivate kids to eat more fruits and vegetables and be physically fit.
Fire Administration Kids Page
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/kids/index.htm
The Kids Page is full of tips that can help you and your family be safe from fire.
Health Finder - Kids
http://www.healthfinder.gov/kids/default.htm
Learn lots of ways to be healthy and have fun.
Health Teeth
http://www.healthyteeth.org/
Healthy Teeth is an oral education database built upon the science of oral health and designed for elementary grades 3 - 6. It features animated graphics, easy-to-understand text, simple classroom experiments and much more.
Out on a Limb - A Guide on Getting Along
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/conflict/index.html
Website designed to help teach youth how to better manage conflicts and challenges they face on a daily basis.
 
 
 
Fun School
An activity center offering online games, interactive animations and coloring pages for kids. Across all curriculum areas.
BrainBashers
All types of games which include keyboarding, logic and math, classic board games, too
 
 
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