October 2005
A Maths Dictionary for Kids
by 1 other (via)An animated, interactive dictionary for students which explains 500 common mathematical terms in simple language.
Fractions – A Booster Activity
Interactive activity for basic fraction recognition. Activities are intuitive and require little reading. Good for introductory unit. Teachers should view support materials.
Cyberchase . Games . Can You Fill It? | PBS Kids
Here's an online game that challenges students to estimate volumes of fluids using simple comparisons - without spilling anything! It's one of those great "not as simple as it looks" simulations that really does teach.
September 2005
More Than Math
by 1 otherMore Than Math integrates the visual arts into the 3rd, 4th and 5th grade mathematics curriculum using works of art to explore pattern, symmetry, proportion, perspective, balance and geometric form
Spellits
Designed for 7 - 11 year olds, this website offers interactive online activities and printable resources which teach spelling strategies, rules and patterns for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6.
The site can be used as a stand-alone resource or as a complement to the BBC "Spell it Out" and "Spelling with the Spellits" television series and
Activity Books.
Math Cats
Math Cats MicroWorlds games
The Money Program
by 1 otherThe Money Program teaches you how to use coins and bills when you pay for something. The program asks you for a specific amount of money. You drag and drop different coins and bills into a blue box until it contains the correct amount. When you are done, you ask the program to check your answer. The program lets you know if your answer is correct.
Dance Mat Typing - Learn to type
by 1 otherFull typing program with 4 levels.
Choose full screen version.
July 2005
Exploring Math With Technology
Grades 3-5 provides a variety of resources linked to the NCTM standards
A Walk in the Woods
Walk in the Woods is designed for third through fifth grade students to gain an appreciation of nature. Accompanied by audio narration.
BBC - Schools: Elementary Games
Practice games in all subject areas
Kidspiration Activity Templates
Many curriculum related templates created by teachers for grades k-5 available for downloading. Check it out!
Project Interactivate for Elementary Math Topics
Activities from Project Interactivate can be used to explore the topics covered in elementary grades 3-5 mathematics. The lesson ideas are still a work in progress but all of the activities are aligned with suggested grade levels.
