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Updates 16 July 2004
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KNE Project Manager
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Jul 19, 2004 09:39 PDT
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HOT SITE
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Picturing a Canadian Life: L.M. Montgomery's Personal Scrapbooks and
Book Covers
http://lmm.confederationcentre.com/
L.M. Montgomery's novels are famous world-wide; most of the titles have
remained in print since their first publication and many of them have
been translated into other languages. Part of Montgomery's genius lies
in her creation of everyday life in turn-of-the-century and early
twentieth-century Canada. An avid record-keeper, Montgomery kept
personal scrapbooks that included photographs, fabrics, souvenirs and
clippings. These collections are housed in four different locations and
are fragile. Thus, these rarely-seen materials could not be widely
accessible for study or enjoyment except through this digital
exhibition. This site is extremely rich and includes a variety of
materials including book covers, information about Montgomery's writing,
importance of images in her writing, creating your own scrapbooks,
changing role of women, chronology, Teacher Tips page
(http://lmm.confederationcentre.com/english/learning/learning-1.html).
The site index is useful for getting a broad overview of what's on the
site (http://lmm.confederationcentre.com/english/site-index.html)
Available in French or English. Some sections require Flash and
Shockwave.
Grade Level: Elementary, Middle School, High School, College,
Adult/Professional
Area: Community Interest (Regional Information), English (Literature),
History & Social Studies (Biography) [Dewey #920]
Application type: Information Resources
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NEW SITES
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Biothreats in our Midst
http://www.interactworks.info/biothreats/index.html
This activity is designed to teach students about anthrax exposure and
helps them gain a better understanding of terrorism. Sections divided
into Language Arts, Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies. A "flashy
interface" but a simple format lies beneath. Each section suggests an
activity or two. You must then use the "Links" to locate the information
required to complete the activity. Requires Flash. From the Naval School
of Health Sciences.
Grade Level: Middle School, High School
Content Area: English, Health & Physical Education (Health), Health &
Physical Education (Safety), Mathematics, Science [Dewey #613]
Application type: Activities
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Digital Divide Network
http://www.digitaldividenetwork.org/content/sections/index.cfm?key=1
Digital Divide Network examines the digital divide from many
perspectives and offers a range of information, tools and resources. It
serves as forum where practictioners can share their experiences with
colleagues around the world. They look at the causes and effects of the
divide from four distinct angles: technology access, literacy and
learning, content, and economic development. The Benton Foundation
serves as producer and coordinator of the Digital Divide Network. The
articles and resources catalogued in the Network are the result of
research and writing by the Benton Foundation and submissions by
individuals and organizations actively involved in bridging the divide.
A good resource.
Grade Level: Middle School, High School, College, Adult/Professional
Content Area: Community Interest (Connectivity), Technology (Applied
Science) (General/Other) [Dewey #004]
Application type: Information Resources
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KidsGardening.com Teachers' Resource Room
http://www.kidsgardening.com/teachers.asp
From the National Gardening Association, this site contains grants,
projects, thematic classroom stories, standards- based project ideas,
how-to advice, and resources. Also includes a Q and A Library, Pest
Control Library, and Online Courses for teachers, 2,000 articles, 30,000
FAQs, seed swaps, a school garden registry, and much more. Visitors can
sign up for free e-newsletters. Includes a search tool.
Grade Level: Adult/Professional
Content Area: Community Interest (Gardening) [Dewey #635]
Application type: Information Resources
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Primary Games - Curriculum Guide
http://www.primarygames.com/curriculum/index.htm
Looking for a game to match your school's curriculum? Use the Curriculum
Guide to find the right game or activity to meet your classroom needs.
The guide is broken up into four areas: Math, Language Arts, Science and
Social Studies. Within each subject area, a checklist shows the skills
and grade level appropriateness of each activity. The games were
assembled and evaluated by Susan Shuey Beasley, Technology Support
Specialist at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology,
Alexandria, VA. Requires Flash and Shockwave.
Grade Level: Adult/Professional
Content Area: Community Interest (Leisure), Education (Alternatives)
[Dewey #370]
Application type: Tools
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AOL USERS
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<A HREF=http://lmm.confederationcentre.com/>Picturing a Canadian Life:
L.M. Montgomery's Personal Scrapbooks and Book Covers</A>
<A HREF=http://www.interactworks.info/biothreats/index.html>Biothreats
in our Midst</A>
<A
://www.digitaldividenetwork.org/content/sections/index.cfm?key=1>Digital
Divide Network</A>
<A HREF=http://www.kidsgardening.com/teachers.asp>KidsGardening.com
Teachers' Resource Room </A>
<A HREF=http://www.primarygames.com/curriculum/index.htm>Primary Games -
Curriculum Guide</A>
Linda L. Woods, Project Manager,
SBC Knowledge Network Explorer
http://www.kn.sbc.com/
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