06.03.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 7:35 am by Administrator
includes lesson plans, tutorials, and role playing simulations to help students from middle school up learn about dozens of topics -- taxpayer rights, the history of taxes, indirect taxes, progressive and proportional taxes, exemptions, dependents, education credits, earned income credit, how taxes influence behavior, the politics of taxes, your first job, and more. It also includes 14 self-paced modules offering a step-by-step approach to tax preparation. (Internal Revenue Service)
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05.19.09
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is a web-based program that lets teachers assign questions for students to answer on the web. As students answer questions, they receive feedback. Teachers can see reports on students' thinking related to the assigned content. Current topics include force and motion; sound, light and waves; human body systems, and properties of matter. (UCLA, National Science Foundation)
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is designed to help teachers and students find summer research opportunities in biomedical laboratories that are supported by the National Institutes of Health. The site lets you search by zip code for opportunities near you. (National Institutes of Health)
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04.21.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 9:28 am by Administrator
examines the state of math education in the U.S. and the roles of culture, technology, and research on improving math learning and proficiency. Learn about the "miles per gallon illusion" and the train problem. Discover resources on fractals, matrices, human face recognition, biomimetic research, computational conformal mapping, and the "kissing number" of a sphere. (National Science Foundation)
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04.07.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 11:24 am by Administrator
celebrates the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, April 22, 2010. Choose 5 actions you'll take to protect the environment. Find out about smart commuting, green buildings, and ways to reduce energy use. Learn about acid rain, climate change, drinking water, endangered species, ozone depletion, and other issues. Shoot a 10-second video for the "It's My Environment" project. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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04.06.09
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features four lessons exploring the waves and experiences of Filipinos who immigrated to the U.S., contributions Filipino Americans have made to American society, and the history and culture of the Philippines. (Smithsonian Institution)
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03.18.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 10:57 am by Administrator
provides food and nutrition information from across the federal government. Learn about smart nutrition, what's in food, meal planning, shopping and cooking, weight management, life stages, dietary supplements, and more. (Department of Agriculture)
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03.09.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 2:05 pm by Administrator
in the arts, politics, medicine, war, and more. Learn about Mary Cassatt, Clara Barton, Zora Neale Hurston, Hannah Arendt, Susan B. Anthony, and others. Find lessons and activities in the section "For Teachers." The theme for Women's History Month 2009 is "women taking the lead to save our planet." (Multiple Agencies)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:05 pm by Administrator
provides comprehensive, indepth information about climate change. Learn about the science behind it, greenhouse gas emissions, health and environmental effects, regulatory initiatives, U.S. climate policy, economic analyses, and what you can do at home, at school, and elsewhere. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:05 pm by Administrator
presents the first-ever physical activity guidelines issued by the federal government. The guidelines describe the types and amounts of physical activity that offer substantial health benefits to Americans. Four booklets are provided: for policy makers and health professionals, for organizations and communities, for adults aged 18-64, and for health professionals and researchers. (Department of Health and Human Services)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:05 pm by Administrator
provides food and nutrition information from across the federal government. Learn about smart nutrition, what's in food, meal planning, shopping and cooking, weight management, life stages, dietary supplements, and more. (Department of Agriculture)
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provides a brief overview van Gogh's life and looks at seven of his paintings. (National Gallery of Art)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:05 pm by Administrator
in the arts, politics, medicine, war, and more. Learn about Mary Cassatt, Clara Barton, Zora Neale Hurston, Hannah Arendt, Susan B. Anthony, and others. Find lessons and activities in the section "For Teachers." The theme for Women's History Month 2009 is "women taking the lead to save our planet." (Multiple Agencies)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:04 pm by Administrator
provides comprehensive, indepth information about climate change. Learn about the science behind it, greenhouse gas emissions, health and environmental effects, regulatory initiatives, U.S. climate policy, economic analyses, and what you can do at home, at school, and elsewhere. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 10:07 am by Administrator
presents the first-ever physical activity guidelines issued by the federal government. The guidelines describe the types and amounts of physical activity that offer substantial health benefits to Americans. Four booklets are provided: for policy makers and health professionals, for organizations and communities, for adults aged 18-64, and for health professionals and researchers. (Department of Health and Human Services)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 9:14 am by Administrator
provides a brief overview van Gogh's life and looks at seven of his paintings. (National Gallery of Art)
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02.17.09
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01.07.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 2:24 pm by Administrator
describes career opportunities with the CIA that include analytical positions, clandestine service, language positions, scientists, engineers and technology, and support services. (Central Intelligence Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:24 pm by Administrator
provides lesson plans on problem solving, gathering and analyzing information, myths about the CIA, the role of intelligence in war, codes and code-breaking, and the importance of accurate communications. Interactive games challenge students to look at an aerial view of a city and determine what is happening, break the code of encrypted messages, and examine two photos to quickly identify subtle differences. (Central Intelligence Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:24 pm by Administrator
looks at climate change -- what it is, why it matters, and what kids can do about it. Games, animations and quizzes, and a climate change calculator are provided. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:24 pm by Administrator
helps students see where energy comes from, how it is used, and what they can do in their own room to conserve it. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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Posted in Uncategorized at 2:24 pm by Administrator
provides activities to teach children (K-8th grade) about the ozone layer, UV radiation, and how to be safe in the sun. Sign up to receive a free activity kit and access to other educational resources. (Environmental Protection Agency)
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12.17.08
Posted in Uncategorized at 5:48 am by Administrator
feature the latest news in science, math and technology. Make rainbows, control a tornado, play with lightning, make a snowflake, and hit a home run. (University of Wisconsin-Madison, National Science Foundation)
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