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The Getty's Art Education
This exhibition at the
Getty explores how
optical devices and
technologies have shaped
our perception of the
world. These teaching
tools are for teachers
and parents who want to
help kids understand the
themes behind the
exhibition and its
interactive website. |
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3D Body Scanner
Find out how researchers
are using the hi-tech
body scanner machine to
study the complex
problems of clothing
design and fit. Check out
the virtual try-on to see
how clothes will fit you
from the comfort of your
own home. |
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The Artist's Toolkit
Watch an animated
demonstration of various
artistic principles, find
examples of these
concepts, and create your
own composition. Also
watch artists create
works using the visual
elements and principles
discussed. |
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The Plays of William Shakespeare
Read the famous plays by William Shakespeare. The site is so easy to
navigate. Surf his plays and sonnets, looking for characters, quotes, and
just about everything Shakespeare. |
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Kiddo Net
An total Internet environment for children (ages 3-12). Offers kids
an online space with high quality content and web tools that allow them to
create, learn, play and communicate with other kids they know safely. |
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Smart Kids
Features:
An interactive web site to help kids see art in new ways. Look at
different artworks, learn the language of art, explore art materials and
unravel clues about the history of selected artworks. |
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Coloring.Com
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Free online interactive coloring pages and coloring books with over
100 pictures to choose from. A good site for kids to learn coloring. |
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Explore Parliament
Do you ever wonder how
laws in the United
Kingdom are passed? What
is the governing body and
how are they organized?
See what the House of
Commons or the House of
Lords looks like, learn
about the history of
Parliament, and find out
how British laws are
made. |
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Race to Build the Atomic Bomb
Learn about the competition between Japan, Germany, and the U.S. to
make the first atomic bomb and see a timeline of the U.S.'s efforts. Discover
the physics behind the atomic bomb and more. |
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Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci was a
renaissance painter, architect, mathematician, engineer
and philosopher. Discover details about this painter's family tree, his more famous works, and his life. |
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Web Site:
Learning Curve: Cold War
Features:
Learn about commonly-held theories on the Cold War, when it started, who
caused it, what part the Vietnam War played, and more. |
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Freedom: A History of Us
Features:
See why the promise of freedom has attracted
millions of people from all over the world to come to America. Hear why
generations of men, women, and children have lived, sacrificed, and died for that freedom. |
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Web Site:
Mesopotamia
Features:
Learn about geography, gods, writing systems, and overall history of the amazing area,
known as the "cradle of civilization", including information on
topics like ziggurats in Sumer, Assyrian warfare and more. |
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Web Site:
Precious Cargo
Features:
All about a group of adopted Vietnamese American children on their journey back to
Vietnam to learn about their history and roots. Get familiar with the history of
the Vietnam War from this site. |
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Web Site:
Bowers Kidsuem
Features:
An interactive museum
that lets kids have hands-on experiences with world cultures. Featuring art lab,
storytelling room, cultural discovery, theatre and lots more. |
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Web Site:
Hyper History
Features:
Provides 3,000 years of
world history with an interactive combination of synchronistic lifelines,
timelines, and maps. Over 2000 files are interconnected throughout the site. |
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NOVA: Mountain of Ice
Get panoramic views of
the landscape from the
NOVA trek to Vinson
Massif, follow the life
cycle of a glacier, and
find out what could
happen around the world
if Antarctica's ice
melts. |
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Colours of the Nile
Follow the expedition down the River Nile on a raft to raise global awareness
of the lack of available clean water. Find out about the dangers the
participants will face. Also Learn about Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt. |
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In the Footsteps of Marco Polo
Introduces Marco Polo and his journey to Asia. Go on an interactive tour
along the route Marco Polo began at 17, to the Mongol Empire of Genghis Khan.
Also provides descriptions of the people and places he visited. |
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Web Site:
Little Horus
Features:
Welcome kids to Egypt by taking kids on a virtual tour.
Find out about the mysterious Egypt today, its history, entertainment, and major sights. |
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Web Site:
Kids Web Japan
Features:
Introduces Japan to children aged between 10 and 14 who live in other countries to deepen
understanding about Japan. Could used as a supplementary source of
information in classes devoted to studying Japan. |
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Web Site:
Lonely Planet - Destinations
Features:
Offers vast information
and travel tips on the
history, geography, and
culture of countries
around the world.
Featuring postcards and
more. |
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Web Site:
Geographia
Features:
Provides information on the people, history, wildlife, and points of
interest for countries and regions around the world. Featuring a series of topics about Malaysia. |
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Web Site:
Travel for Kids
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Provides information on places for kids to visit in North America, South America, Europe,
and Asia. Discover on hidden treasures and learn insider secrets for holidays in these places. |
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The Science of Hockey
The Science of Hockey is
the first in a series of
"Sports Science"
resources developed by
the Exploratorium. This
site takes you inside the
game: you'll hear from
NHL players and coaches
from the San Jose Sharks,
as well as leading
physicists and chemists.
This site is divided into
seven main sections which
can be accessed
individually. |
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Scholastic at the
Olympics Games
The Olympic Games as we
know them are an
international sports
festival.
Read about the history
and information behind
this athletic
competition. |
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Barbie
Have Barbie try on
clothes, talk to you
about a party, or learn a
bit of Barbie History.
This is the spot to get
to know that famous doll. |
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NOVA: Battle of the X-Planes
Learn about the next generation of fighter jets by reading articles and
exploring interactive demonstrations. Find out about wing design,
what it takes to outfit a fighter pilot, what it's like to test these planes. |
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Science of Cooking
Discover how a pinch of curiosity can improve cooking. Explore recipes,
activities, and web casts that will improve kids' understanding of the science behind food and cooking. |
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Web Site:
Kids Food Cyber Club
Features:
A family site that
teaches kids about food,
nutrition, and health.
Featuring games and
activities for kids. |
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Web Site:
Olympic Base Camp
Features:
The United States Olympic Committee's official site for kids.
Learn about Olympic sports, the biggest sport event in the world, through links, activities, games, and more. | | |
