StationBreak
May 2009
FEDERAL CITIZEN INFORMATION CENTER PROVIDES FREE TEACHER RESOURCES
http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/teachers/
The Teachers page has free publications, posters, lesson plans, and you can get online newsletters and e-mail updates of your favorite pages on USA.gov and Pueblo.gsa.gov.
ARKANSAS STUDIES
UNLOCKING MYSTERIES OF TOLTEC MOUNDS: THE CHILDREN’S GUIDE TO THE KNAPP TRAIL
http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/toltecmounds/
Written by Susan Nichols, Park Interpreter, Toltec Mounds Archaeological State Park, and designed by Melissa Smith, Graphic Artist, Program Services Staff, Arkansas State Parks, this is a wonderful guide to this site. Although developed for children, the guide is delightfully presented in a clear way – perfect for any age!
HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FIELD TRIPS
http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.3813491/
In creating a sustainable world, experience is the best teacher of all. Heifer field trips for groups from pre-K to adults bring the world closer.
These day trips to the Learning Centers may include hay wagon tours, hands-on animals experiences and demonstrations, Global Village immersion experiences, trail hikes and/or video presentations. The Heifer Challenge Course at Heifer Ranch teaches skills critical to building confidence, self-esteem, teamwork and problem-solving. All help to grow awareness and animate the will to take action in the greater world.
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ART AND MUSIC
FROM THE TOP AT CARNEGIE HALL SPECIAL EDITION “STAR QUALITY”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/fromthetop/pages/
Grades: 6-12
Performance by renowned violinist Gil Shaham, with 10-year-old violinist and Red Sox fan Alice Ivy-Pemberton from New York City, and 17-year-old pianist Ji-Yong Kim from Midland Park, New Jersey.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
MISSISSIPPI RIVER OF SONG
http://www.pbs.org/riverofsong/teachers/ext1.html
Grades: 3-8
Explore, study and perform various types of cultural music, dances and songs. Consider scale, patterns, chords, rhythm and style when participating in the various dances.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
AMERICAN MASTERS ”GLASS: A PORTRAIT OF PHILIP IN TWELVE PARTS”
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/
Filmmaker Scott Hicks -- director of the 1996 award-winning film "Shine" and more recently, "No Reservations," for which Philip Glass wrote the score -- documents an eventful, but apparently typical, year in the career and personal life of the distinguished composer.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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COUNSELING
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/parents/lesson_plans/bullies_classroom_community.html
Grades: 3-8
Practice skills of conflict resolution and interpersonal communication that encourage positive social interactions. Create a poster and participate in group presentations promoting bully-free zones.
SOURCE: PBS Teacher Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
"A TWISTED LOVE POEM" LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/inthemix/educators/lessons/dateviol1/index.html
Grades: 9-12
Understand the physical and emotional facets of dating violence -- its warning signs, examples of violence, statistics, and how to leave an abusive relationship. Interpret a poem on the theme of dating violence.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
THE MEDICATED CHILD: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/medicatedchild/parents/
Grades: PreK-12
Review issues associated with treating a child with psychiatric medications. Explore this resource designed for parents, counselors, doctors, social workers or anyone involved in diagnosing and treating children with behavioral and emotional problems.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
BETWEEN THE LIONS VIDEO EXPLORES THE CONNECTION BETWEEN COLOR AND EMOTIONS
http://pbskids.org/lions/stories/blues.html
Grades: PreK-2
Explore emotions associated with colors and learn the importance of family as you read along with this poem.
SOURCE: PBS Teacher Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN FRONTIERS “CHANGING YOUR MIND: UNDERSTANDING BRAILLE” LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/saf/1101/teaching/teaching.htm
Grades: 3-8
Explore the communications system based upon a pattern of raised dots called Braille, and design a method of inquiry that uses the scientific method to compare the effectiveness of reading dot cells against reading raised alphabet characters.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
TIPS TO HELP YOUR PRESCHOOLER OVERCOME PICKY EATING
http://www.pbs.org/parents/special/article-nutrition-picky.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20090130
While it can be frustrating when your child will only want to eat French fries for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, be patient. You should know that there are some effective ways you can help make healthy foods like fruits and vegetables all-time favorite choices in your home. Visit this site to find out more.
Source: PBS Parents
http://www.aetn.org/pbs
MAKING THE MOST OF VIDEO GAMES
http://www.pbs.org/parents/childrenandmedia/videogames-preschool.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20090130
Although it's tempting to return a phone call or get work done while the kids play a computer or video game, they'll learn more from the experience if you interact with them.
Source: PBS Parents
http://www.aetn.org/pbs
BOOHBAH “SEQUENCE STORIES”
http://pbskids.org/boohbah/parentsteachers/activity162.html
Grades: PreK
Examine photocopied pages from a picture book. Arrange the
pages in the proper sequence.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
LEARNING TWO LANGUAGES
http://www.pbs.org/parents/readinglanguage/articles/multifamilies/main.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20090410
Raising multilingual children offers opportunities as well as unique challenges. Parents may ask a range of questions: Should they speak to their child in their native language? How will that affect their child's ability to learn English? If they speak to their child in English, will he lose his native language? And what happens when parents speak to their child in two languages?
Source: PBS Parents
http://www.aetn.org/pbs
HOW TO THROW A GREEN BIRTHDAY PARTY
http://www.pbs.org/parents/special/article-earthday-greenparty.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20090410
Here's the dirt: Kids' birthday parties generate a lot of trash. Wrapping paper, disposable plates and cups, paper tablecloths, birthday cards, balloons, favors and other items add up to several bags of garbage. By making more environmentally friendly choices, you can keep the earth green — and save a little green in your wallet.
Source: PBS Parents
http://www.aetn.org/pbs
PROGRAMS BY FOCUS AREAS
PROGRAM |
TIME |
AGE |
FOCUS |
Arthur |
3:00 p.m. |
6-9 years |
Reading, writing, social skills |
Between The Lions |
6:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. |
4-7 years |
Reading |
Big Comfy Couch |
12:30 p.m. |
PreK |
Cognitive, social, emotional and physical development |
Caillou |
1:00 p.m. |
3-6 years |
Social skills |
Clifford Big Red Dog |
8:30 a.m. |
4-7 years |
Social skills |
Curious George |
7:00 a.m. |
3-5 years |
Science, engineering, math |
Cyberchase |
4:30 p.m. |
8-12 years |
Math |
Dragon Tales |
10:00 a.m. |
2-7 years |
Social skills |
Electric Company |
4:00 p.m. Fridays |
6-9 years |
Reading |
Fetch with Ruff Ruffman |
4:00 p.m. |
6-10 years |
Social skills, problem solving |
It’s A Big, Big World |
10:00 a.m. |
3-6 years |
Life science, geography |
Martha Speaks |
2:30 p.m. |
4-7 years |
Reading |
Maya & Miguel |
6:30 a.m. |
6-11 years |
Spanish language, social skills |
Mr. Rogers |
noon |
3-5 years |
Social skills, self-esteem |
Reading Rainbow |
2:00 p.m. |
4-8 years |
Reading |
Sesame Street |
9:00 a.m. |
2-4 years |
Reading, math, social skills |
Sid the Science Kid |
7:30 & 11:30 a.m. |
3-6 years |
Science |
Super WHY! |
8:00 & 11:00 a.m. |
6-8 years |
Reading |
Word Girl |
3:30 p.m. |
6-8 years |
Reading |
Word World |
10:30 a.m. |
6-8 years |
Reading |
FREE PBS KIDS INTERACTIVE SITES BY AGE LEVEL
http://pbskids.org/
This site connects children to interactive online activities.
Broadcast Schedule for
Children’s Programs
10:30 |
WordWorld |
11:00 |
Super WHY! |
11:30 |
Sid the Science Kid |
P.M. |
|
12:00 |
Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood |
12:30 |
Big Comfy Couch |
1:00 |
Caillou |
1:30 |
Between the Lions |
2:00 |
Reading Rainbow |
2:30 |
Martha Speaks |
3:00 |
Arthur |
3:30 |
Wordgirl |
4:00 |
Fetch with Ruff Ruffman |
4:00 |
Electric Company (Fri) |
4:30 |
Cyberchase |
PROGRAMS |
AGES |
Barney |
6 months-3 years |
Teletubbies |
1-4 years |
Sesame Street |
2-4 years |
Berenstain Bears |
2-7 years |
Dragon Tales |
2-7 years |
Curious George |
3-5 years |
Mister Rogers |
3-5 years |
Boobah |
3-6 years |
Caillou |
3-6 years |
It’s a Big Big World |
3-6 years |
JAKERS! |
4-6 years |
Between the Lions |
4-7 years |
Clifford |
4-7 years |
Reading Rainbow |
4-8 years |
ZOOM |
5-11 years |
Arthur |
6-9 years |
Postcards from Buster |
6-9 years |
Electric Company |
6-9 years |
FETCH! |
6-10 years |
Maya & Miguel |
6-11 years |
Cyberchase |
8-12 years |
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GRANTS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
NEA FOUNDATION: LEARNING & LEADERSHIP GRANTS
http://www.neafoundation.org/programs/Learning&Leadership_Guidelines.htm
Maximum Award: $5,000
Eligibility: public school teachers grades K-12; public school education support professionals; or faculty and staff at public higher education institutions
Deadline: June 1, 2009
NEA Foundation Learning & Leadership Grants support public school teachers, public education support professionals, and/or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education for one of two purposes: grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research; grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
LINDBERGH FOUNDATION: GRANTS FOR TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION
http://www.lindberghfoundation.org/grants/index.php
Maximum Award: $10,580.
Eligibility: Citizens from all countries may apply.
Deadline: June14, 2009
The Lindbergh Foundation Grants honor Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh's legacy by funding projects that improve the quality of all life by seeking a balance between technological advancements and environmental preservation.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
GALE/LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTIONS TEAM CORPORATE AWARDS
http://www.grantsalert.com/grants.cfm?id=3&gid=34624
Maximum Award: $2,500
Number of Awards: 3
Eligibility: All K-12 public and private schools in the United States and Canada
Deadline: June 15, 2009
The Gale/Library Media Connection TEAMS Award recognizes and encourages the critical collaboration between the teacher and media specialist to promote learning, increase student achievement and develop 21st century skills.
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE: SAFETY SCHOLARS VIDEO CONTEST
http://safetyscholarsvideo.com/index.php?/site/guidelines
Maximum Award: $5,000 scholarship; new set of Bridgestone tires
Eligibility: high school students
Deadline: entries accepted May 27-June 17, 2009
The Bridgestone Firestone 2009 Safety Scholars Video Contest will award college scholarships for the most compelling and effective videos that drive home life-saving messages on auto and tire safety, and includes a chance for young filmmakers to have their auto safety videos broadcast as a public service commercial.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
NEA FOUNDATION: LEARNING & LEADERSHIP GRANTS
http://www.neafoundation.org/programs/Learning&Leadership_Guidelines.htm
Maximum Award: $5,000
Eligibility: public school teachers grades K-12; public school education support professionals; or faculty and staff at public higher education institutions
Deadline: June 1, 2009
NEA Foundation Learning & Leadership Grants support public school teachers, public education support professionals, and/or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education for one of two purposes: grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research; grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
HISTORY CHANNEL: SAVE OUR HISTORY GRANT
http://www.history.com/minisite.do?content_type=Minisite_Generic&content_type_id=51650&display_order=3&mini_id=51103
Maximum award: $10,000
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) history organizations
Deadline: June 5, 2009.
The History Channel Save Our History Grant Program inspires youth to become the preservationists in their communities. Museums, historic sites, historical societies, preservation organizations, libraries, and archives are invited to partner with a local school or youth group and apply for funding to help preserve the history of their communities.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION: LOCAL INITIATIVE FUNDING PARTNERS PROGRAM
http://www.rwjf.org/applications/solicited/cfp.jsp?ID=20605
Maximum Award: $500,000 in matching funds.
Eligibility: projects must be new, innovative, collaborative, and community-based; Projects must be nominated by a local grantmaker interested in participating as one of the funding partners. See Web site for further requirements.
Deadline: July 7, 2009
The Local Initiative Funding Partners Program is a partnership between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and local grantmakers to fund promising, original projects that significantly improve the health of vulnerable people in their communities.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
FREEDOM ALLIANCE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CHILDREN OF SERVICEMEN AND -WOMEN
http://www.freedomalliance.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogsection&id=7&Itemid=15#guidelines
Maximum Award: one-year scholarships to undergraduates
Eligibility: high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution who are dependent sons or daughters of a soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, or Guardsman who was killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty or currently classified as a POW or MIA
Deadline: July 31, 2009
Freedom Alliance Scholarships give financial assistance to sons and daughters of soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Guardsmen who have been killed or permanently disabled (100 percent VA disability rating) in the line of duty, or who are currently classified as a Prisoner of War or Missing in Action.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
ALLSTATE: GRANTS FOR NATIONAL AND LOCAL PROGRAMS
http://www.allstate.com/foundation/funding-guidelines.aspx
Maximum Award: varies
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations
Deadline: rolling
The Allstate Foundation supports national and local programs in three focus areas. Safe and Vital Communities programs address catastrophe response, youth anti-violence, neighborhood revitalization, or teen safe driving. Economic Empowerment programs address financial and economic literacy, insurance education, or empowerment for victims of domestic violence. Tolerance, Inclusion, and Diversity programs address teaching tolerance to youth, ending hate crimes, or alleviating discrimination
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
GRANTS FOR NONPROFIT MUSIC PROGRAMS
http://www.fendermusicfoundation.org/grants/index.cfm?sec=info
Maximum Award: $5000
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations. Qualifying applicants are established, ongoing and sustainable music programs across the United States that provide music instruction for people of any age who would not otherwise have the opportunity to make music.
Deadline: N/A
The Guitar Center Music Foundation's mission is to aid nonprofit music programs across America that offer music instruction so that more people can experience the joys of making music.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
SCHOLASTIC/LEXUS: ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGE
http://www.scholastic.com/lexus/
Maximum Award: $10,000
Eligibility: students grades 6-12 and their teachers
Deadline: varies
The Scholastic/Lexus Environmental Challenge seeks to encourage middle- and high-school students to develop and implement environmental programs for their communities.
SOURCE: PEN WEEKLY NEWSBLAST http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_grants.asp
Grant Sources
These sources will help locate foundation, government and other grant opportunities. It’s best to start when you have some time to invest, because one thing frequently leads to another link. Student scholarship information Grant Writing Tips and Tools
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HEALTH, SAFETY AND FITNESS
CONCEPTS ACROSS THE CURRICULUM PRESENTS MEDICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/thismonth/breakthroughs/index1.html
Grades: 6-12
Examine the contributions of Alexander Flemming, James Watson, Frances Crick, Louis Pasteur, Edward Jenner, Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin. Discuss how medical advances have improved the quality of life and issues related to ethics and medicine.
SOURCE: PBS Teacher Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
ARTHUR “PANTOMIME”
http://pbskids.org/arthur/parentsteachers/activities/acts/pantomime.html
Grades: PreK -2
Discover ways to communicate without talking. Use movements to demonstrate an activity, and guess what activities other children are portraying.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
DRAGONFLY TV “PET THERAPY”
http://pbskids.org/dragonflytv/parentsteachers/tguide_pettherapy.html
Grades: 3-8
Examine the effects of pet therapy on children with chronic pain, study how different styles of music affect a person's heart rate differently and discuss how facial expression reflects a person's feelings.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
“ABCD EAT RIGHT” LESSON PLAN
http://www.klrn.org/healthystart/index.html
Grades: PreK-2
Explore aspects of a health-conscious lifestyle through activities available within this workshop guide. Learn how parents can use stories, video clips and fun activities to encourage their children to develop healthy habits.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
“I DON'T EVER WANT TO SMOKE!” LESSON PLAN
http://www.klrn.org/healthystart/page2.html
Grades: PreK -2
Explore the harmful effects of cigarette smoking through activities available within this workshop guide. Learn how parents can use stories, video clips and fun activities to spend quality time with their children.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
SECRETS OF THE DEAD “KILLER FLU”
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/secrets/previous_seasons/lessons/lp_virus.html
Grades: 6-12
Trace the evolution of an influenza virus from its natural source to a world-wide pandemic.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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HISTORY AND SOCIAL STUDIES
WWII BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: STALIN, THE NAZIS AND THE WEST
Wednesdays, May 6, 13, and 20, 2009, 8-10 p.m.
In confidential meetings held during World War II, Joseph Stalin, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Winston Churchill sparred and negotiated for the political and economic interests of their nations — making deals that sometimes had less to do with right or wrong than the expediency of their individual wartime goals. This six-hour series shares rare wartime documents made briefly available only after the fall of the Soviet Union to help reveal the real story in WWII Behind Closed Doors: Stalin, the Nazis and the West,
Historian and filmmaker Laurence Rees (Auschwitz: Inside The Nazi State) tells the hidden story of Stalin’s backroom dealings — first with the Nazis and then with Roosevelt and Churchill. Juxtaposing conventional documentary elements with dramatic re-creations, the series breaks through the myths of the Allied powers, illuminating the hidden motivations of “The Big Three” and creating a dynamic reappraisal of one of the seminal events in world history.
WONDERS OF THE AFRICAN WORLD – CREATE YOUR OWN ADINKRA CLOTH!
http://www.pbs.org/wonders/Kids/kids.htm
Grades: PreK-2
Explore Ashanti symbols and then design an Adinkra "cloth" that tells a story. Create a stamp from found materials, substitute tempera paint for the dye and use paper instead of cloth.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
FRONTLINE “ECONOMIC MELTDOWN”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/video/flv/generic.html?s=frol02
Even though this program reports events (and their outcomes) that have already occurred, it gives an insight into the intensity and immediacy of financial decisions that would determine a global economic future.
HEIFER INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS
http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.3813431/
Heifer International’s lesson plans and activities are complete resources for educators looking for fun activities that will help their students develop a passion for helping others.
Available online at HeiferEducation.org, these resources include lesson plans, action ideas, activities, multimedia supplements and information about service learning programs. Lessons meet national learning standards, are flexible (use one or all) and help lead students on the path to active global “citizenship.”
THE ROMAN EMPIRE
http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/
”Rome creates a desert and calls it peace.” -- Tacitus
Two thousand years ago, the world was ruled by Rome. From England to Africa and from Syria to Spain, one in every four people on earth lived and died under Roman law.
The Roman Empire in the First Century provides a detailed look at the emperors of the time as well as other important historical figures. In addition, students are able to learn about the daily life of ancient Romans. They will gain a better understanding of the significant achievements and contributions made by the Romans.
SECRETS OF THE DEAD “BLACKBEARD'S LOST SHIP”
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/secrets/
Off the coast of North Carolina, a group of marine archaeologists has discovered the remains of the Queen Anne's Revenge, the pirate Blackbeard's flagship. Their careful preservation and analysis of the remains are helping to solve the biggest mystery about the infamous pirate's reign: Was the ship's sinking an accident or was the grounding a carefully laid plot by Blackbeard to double-cross his men and steal the treasure for himself?
SOURCE: PBS Previews
http://pbs.org/previews/
IN SEARCH OF MYTHS AND HEROES THE QUEEN OF SHEBA LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/mythsandheroes/tguide_sheba.html
Grades: 6-12
Explore the story of the Queen of Sheba, and compare the legend across cultures. Research primary sources and create a project on the story of the Queen of Sheba and how the story is passed on in cultural and religious teachings.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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LIBRARY, LITERATURE AND READING
“ALPHABET CORN MAZE “
http://pbskids.org/superwhy/parentsteachers/activities/114.html
Grades: PreK-2
Improve fine-motor and alphabet sequencing skills while associating letters with the sounds they make. Complete mazes by drawing lines connecting letters in alphabetic order, naming each letter and identifying its sound.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
BETWEEN THE LIONS “FUZZY LION EARS”
http://pbskids.org/lions/games/ears.html
Grades: PreK -2
Develop listening skills and practice letter sounds with this interactive game. Choose the correct missing letter to make the word you hear.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
IN SEARCH OF SHAKESPEARE “ADVICE FROM 400 YEARS AGO” LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/shakespeare/educators/primary/lessonplan.htm
Grades: 6-8
Understand the attitudes of parents in the 17th century regarding raising teen-age boys. Analyze a document from 1616 concerning adolescent behavior and determine the relevance to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and to contemporary adolescent males.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
SHAKESPEARE AND THE RENAISSANCE
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/thismonth/shakespeare/index1.html
Grades: 3-12
Explore the life and times of William Shakespeare, perform lines from his plays, study his characters and examine the rhythm of his sonnets. Explore the culture of the Elizabethan period and compare Renaissance society to today's society.
SOURCE: PBS Teacher Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
“MANY VOICES: THE STORYTELLING GALLERY”
http://www.pbs.org/circleofstories/voices/voices_gallery.html
Grades: 6-12
Explore a photographic collage of images and inspirational quotes, poems and stories from a variety of Native American storytellers. Learn about the history of Native American storytelling.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
MASTERPIECE THEATRE CLASSICS “THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/curiosityshop/index.html
In “The Old Curiosity Shop” Dickens shares the story of a teenage girl and her grandfather who lose everything to a maniacal moneylender and flee his relentless pursuit. The saga of Little Nell, Grandfather, and their tormentor, Daniel Quilp, is one of Dickens' most heart-rending tales.
May 3, 2009 |
“The Old Curiosity Shop” (a new 90-minute movie) |
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MATH AND SCIENCE
PBS PARENTS “RAISING EARTH-FRIENDLY KIDS”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/experts/
Grades: PreK-5
Sitting down for meals with your child can be a challenge, but it's worth the effort. Whether you're at the table or grabbing something on the go, learn how to build literacy skills during meals.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
2ND GRADE MONEY GAME
http://www.gpb.org/countonit/games/second/money
Grades: K-2
Determine the correct combination of pennies, nickels, dimes quarters and dollars needed to purchase food items in this online interactive game.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
JEAN-MICHEL COUSTEAU: OCEAN ADVENTURES “SEA GHOSTS”
http://www.pbs.org/kqed/oceanadventures/
Jean-Michel Cousteau travels with his son and daughter, Fabien and Celine, and the team to the high Arctic to discover why some beluga groups are thriving and others are disappearing. Ann Heche narrates.
SOURCE: PBS Previews
http://pbs.org/previews/
UTAH EDUCATION NETWORK: CORE LESSON PLANS “GROWING PATTERNS”
http://www.uen.org/Lessonplan/preview.cgi?LPid=15425
Grades: 3-8
Graph growing patterns using ordered pairs on a coordinate grid. Create houses from squares and triangles, graph the squares on the x-axis and the triangles on the y-axis and double the size of the house, graphing the growth.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
PBS PARENTS GUIDE TO EARLY MATH “TICKETS PLEASE”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/earlymath/grades_games_tickets.html
Grades: PreK / K-2
Explore different number combinations that add up to the same number. Leveled for one-digit and two-digit sums.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
NATURE “ANDES: THE DRAGON'S BACK”
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/episodes/andes-the-dragons-back/introduction/1789/
Grades: 6-12
When this great spine-like mountain range rose from the sea, it created a new continent and a bridge that joined North and South America, allowing flora and fauna from each to mix and diversify. Today, the Andes continue to grow and evolve and are home to a rich tapestry of environments.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
NOVA “LAST EXTINCTION”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/programs/ht/tm/3607.html?site=56&pl=qt&rate=hi&ch=1
What caused the extinction of the large land animals more than 12,000 years ago? Join the scientific teams as they try to solve the puzzle. What secrets are hiding in thousands of years of ice?
CYBERCHASE “PATTERN PLAYER”
http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games/patterns/patterns.html
Grades: 3-5
Utilize knowledge about patterns, sequence and relationships to
create a pattern that combines sight and sound.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ARSCA & ADE SUMMER SCHOOL COUNSELOR CONFERENCE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
http://arsca.k12.ar.us/
Location: Double Tree Hotel, Little Rock, Ark.
Dates: June 7-9, 2009
Pre-Registration Deadline: May 15, 2009
This conference is planned specifically for school counselors and is the ArSCA sponsored conference with regional meetings, business meeting and other important ArSCA information. The in-service hours will be directly related to a school counselor’s profession. Earn up to 17 hours staff development. Have fun and network with colleagues. Plan to relax, learn and enjoy the company of the best people in the state in an informal atmosphere.
Sign up for summer conference before May 15, 2009 for discounted price. Pre-Registration Fees must be postmarked and/or received by May 15, 2009. ArSCA Members conference fee is only $150.00. Non-ArSCA Members conference fee is $250.00. Remember Members always pay less for ArSCA events! You can join ArSCA before registering if you wish!
Please note: ArCA and ACA is not automatic membership in ArSCA – You must be a member of ArSCA prior to the conference. Late and/or On-site Registration does not guarentee complimentary meal functions.
FREE AETN IDEAS PORTAL AND AETN VIDEOSTREAMING WORKSHOPS
AETN offers free professional development workshops for Arkansas teachers.
The Arkansas IDEAS Workshop walks educators through all educational resources offered by AETN and a hands-on experience using the IDEAS portal. AETN Videostreaming Workshop will help educators understand the full range of features videostreaming offers.
Participants in either workshop will earn three technology professional development hours.
Workshop Schedule
May, 2009
Date |
Workshop Schedule |
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May 7, 2009 |
AR IDEAS 8:30-11:30 a.m. |
AETN Videostreaming 1:00-4:00 p.m. |
The scheduled workshops will be held in the AETN Computer Lab, |
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For registration, please call 1-800-488-6689, or email to education@aetn.org.
We also conduct workshops at schools around the state at no cost to the school district. You can contact us to schedule one for your school today!
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