Learn About Solar Energy
With the right stuff, the sun can power your Playstation and many calculators already come solar equipped. You can learn more about alternative sources of energy through the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Clearinghouse. They have many publications just for… Continue reading
Free Coloring Books
Teach your kids about the environment in a fun way. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has several coloring books to help you increase your child’s awareness of the Earth and recycling. Titles include: The Adventures of the Garbage Gremlin and… Continue reading
Help for Grieving Teens
The non-profit organization Teen Age Grief (T.A.G) specializes in providing resources and information that addresses grief issues specific to teenagers. There is information on basic grief responses, and how to deal with spiritual questions as well as the anger that… Continue reading
Have Your Kids Do A Family Oral History
Words of wisdom make more of an impression when you get them directly from the source. The Grand Generation: Interviewing Guide and Questionnaire ($1.50) lists guidelines for collecting folklore and oral history from older tradition-bearers. It includes a general guide… Continue reading
Go To Mars
Not actually, but the Mars Millennium Project provides a poster and activity kit that challenges students to design a community for the planet Mars. This project will connect educators, community leaders and professionals to weave the arts, sciences and humanities… Continue reading
Helpful Handouts Ready to Print
The University of South Dakota Disaster Mental Health Institute offers concise, helpful handouts specially formatted to be printed from your computer on the following subjects: Coping in the aftermath of a disaster, coping in the aftermath of an aviation disaster,… Continue reading
Computer Repair and Training
Tech Corps is a non-profit organization designed to address the technology needs of the K-12 education group. There are branches in 42 states where volunteers train teachers and students in computer technology. They also repair and install computers, offer seminars,… Continue reading
International Studies
What is the leading export from Ireland? How many people live in Ethiopia? The federal government has two websites that can provide enough information for a two page country report, and it doesn’t even involve going to the library! Check out {http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cshome.html#about} and {www.state.gov/www/backgound_notes/index.html}.
Make Sure Your Kid’s School Is Getting A Discount On Internet Connections
Elementary and secondary schools are eligible for up to 90% discounts on Internet connections according to the Passage of the Snowe-Rockefeller-Exon-Kerry Amendment Universal Service section of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. See if your school is eligible by contacting: Federal… Continue reading
Help for Crime Victims
The National Center for Victims of Crime is dedicated to helping victims of crimes rebuild their lives. They offer toll-free help lines, a lawyer referral service, support counselors and referrals to support services. A unique service is they provide a… Continue reading
