1.09.2007

Fun Curriculum Add-Ons

Math
Rounding NumbersThis online lesson makes sure your child really understands rounding numbers. It's a good check to make sure your child has a firm grasp on these topics before moving on.
Division - Double Digit - Without RemaindersThe best part is that you can hit refresh, and you get a whole new worksheet. Create an unlimited supply!

Science
Did Jules Verne design the Apollo spacecraft?Jules Verne named it the "Columbiad". Take a look at his design, and the Apollo. You might be surprised! Compare it to this picture: vesuvius.jsc.nasa.gov/er/seh/cmmod.gif
Eek. The great toothpick truss?!?Print this fun challenge to learn about physics concepts. Perfect for all age kids.
Bald Eagle Appreciation DaysThis is a fun craft you can do with your child for Bald Eagle Appreciation Days. There are even printable crafts (color and B&W versions).

Social Studies
Ben Franklin's Birthday: The Thirteen Virtues of Benjamin FranklinThis lesson plan is designed to introduce your child to American Literature, and specifically the thirteen virtues organized by Benjamin Franklin in his autobiography. There is even a link to the full text of his autobiography! There are games you can play, virtues scoring cards, writing assignments, answer sheets and lots more. The scoring cards are based on the same system Ben Franklin used to track himself! This is a wonderful lesson plan, and is designed for older children. But I think it's worth doing with younger children even if you have to read to them and let them do the exercises with you!
Ben Franklin's BirthdayThis is a wonderful lesson plan from Discovery.com to learn about Franklin as a scientist! This is a timelime of his contributions and how they influenced the growth of this great country!
AA Milne (Winnie-The-Pooh)This is a wonderful collection of lesson plans to teach your younger children with Winnie-The-Pooh. It is based on the books and videos you can get from the Public Library system (Public Library system started by Ben Franklin by the way). There are printable crafts, lessons, activities and lots more.
Winnie-the-Pooh Lesson CollectionThis is a whole collection of lessons and lesson plans. There is a Poosaonality Test to see which character is most like your child, activities, and even a Winnie-the-Pooh mystery interactive story that your child can help solve!
Alexander Hamilton's BirthdayThere is an incredible exhibit created by the New-York Historical Society about Alecander Hamilton. If you can't make it there in person, take the virtual tour, complete with narration by Historian and Curator of the exhibit!
Martin Luther King Jr's BirthdayThisa great place for children to learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. There are printable activities, timelines and more.
Ben's Guide to the U.S. GovernmentLet Ben Franklin introduce your child to the U.S. Government. There are different levels depending on your child's age. Plus you can learn a lot about Ben too!

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