100 Most Often Mispronounced Words and Phrases in English
This list is sponsored by YourDictionary.com. Caution: The list is helpful, but you may want to pre-screen the selections and commentary as it was not created for students. The site also hosts Google ads.
Bartleby
This is the website of an internet publisher of literature, reference and verse. The site offers unlimited access to books and information on the web free of charge. Also on the site see a daily biography, definition, quotation and poem. You can purchase books at Bartleby or download the e-books free.
Bibliomania
This site offers free online literature, with more than 2000 classics. Also on the site find study guides, search reference books, classic non-fiction, religious texts and more.
Book Adventure
This site offers lists of books by skill level and review questions and a reward program for yound readers as well.
Books @HWTK
Find links to free digitized works of literature, library websites and other book related resources at this HWTK website.
California Department of Education Recommended Reading Lists
This site provides a list of recommmended books for children, sorted by genre.
Children's Library
Access out of print or copyright free classic books online! Read the entire text with pictures on your PC. Books in many different languages are available.
Classic Book Library
Access a limited selection of children's classics preserved on the internet. Other topic areas include History, Science, Science Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction and Mystery writings.
Create Your Own Comic Strip
At this site your child can insert illustrations from choices provided and then add text to create a comic strip of their very own. The focus of this site it to celebrate the power of imagination and encourage creativity in your child. Caution: The site has another feature called "Bill's Treasure Chest". I have not reviewed that feature in detail, but it does offer at least one page where individuals may post messages based on their own faith system.
Daily Grammar
Sign up for a free e-mail service and receive a daily grammar lesson Monday through Friday, plus a Saturday quiz. You may also view previous lessons online or purchase the lessons in a workbook or e-book format. This website also offers editing services.
Dinner & A Book
This site sponsored by the Idaho State Department of Education compiles a list of popular books for children as well as some suggested enrichment activities to go along with several of the selections.
East of the Web Short Stories
I list this site with a caution, the site accepts user submissions and there is a lot of material to be viewed. Caution: If you aren't familiar with the short story being presented, please pre-screen it. The same is true of the word games. You will need to determine whether they are appropriate for your child. That being said, there are lots of short stories available online at this site. Your child can write and submit their own short story, or play very challenging word games. There is a special section for teachers, but it is still under development. The site says that you can license the games for educational uses and then customize the word lists. I've not looked into this yet, but that might be of interest. Games with the words you want your child to learn- always a plus!
Everyday Spelling
This website is provided by Pearson Education, Inc., maker of the Scott Foresman series of textbooks. On the website you can access spelling lists sorted by grade level, view a list of frequently misspelled words for each grade, learn spelling strategies, play games, use writing prompts and find links to other resources.
Favorite Poem Project
This site is sponsored by Boston University, The Library of Congress and other organizations and is designed to encourage the sharing of poetry among Americans. Caution: The poetry is submitted by authors of all ages, please pre-screen before allowing your student to view. In addition to the video and text resources available at the website, you will also find additional links to resources and lesson plans for students of all ages.
Guide to Grammar and Writing
This site, dedicated to the memory of Dr. Charles Darling, provides a fully searchable guide to grammar and writing online. Frequently asked questions are included on a FAQ page and an index allows you to find the exact topic needed quickly. The site also includes quizzes, a Grammar poll, links and PowerPoint presentations. Don’t miss the site’s list of 500 Notorious Confusables. This site is very handy for those in need of a quick answer to a tricky grammar question.
Guide to Writing a Basic Essay
This free website (donations accepted) offers instructions for writing a basic essay. Each step is explained and the site also offers a sample essay and an extensive list of additional reference links. A copy of the instructions in pdf format can be printed or downloaded for your personal use. The host of this webpage uses the Ambleside Online curriculum.
Jan Brett's Illustrated Dolche Word Lists
At this site you can download and print out 11 pages of dolche words, each illustrated by Jan Brett.
Liturature.org
Full text of classic works of English literature available free online.
Nature Journal
This link is to the Homeschool Share website's Nature Journal Resources. Several journals are offered to meet the needs of different ages.
Poetry for Kids
At this site you can read funny poems, play poetry games, learn about author Ken Nesbitt, take poetry lessons and find other kids' poems online. The site also has a rhyming dictionary that you might find handy, information about poetry contests, news events and more. Note- the site is surrounded by Google ads.
Read Write Think
This website, sponsored by the International Reading Association, National Council of Teachers of English and Verizon, is designed to provide resources in reading and language arts instruction to students and teachers. Here you can find lesson plans, student literacy and writing tools, interactive learning tools, and links to additional resources.
Reading Forms
Lots of resources to supplement your language arts program. Forms can be downloaded and printed.
Reading Rainbow (Vendor) Website
The GPN Educational Media website is a commercial branch of the Reading Rainbow program. The site offers lists of the Reading Rainbow books sorted by title, author or illustrator. The site also provides information regarding the effectiveness of the Reading Rainbow program, a list of awards and other regularly updated information regarding Reading Rainbow. In addition you can access lesson plans and other teaching resources. Use the text at the bottom of the screen to help locate the resource area you are seeking.
Reading Rainbow (PBSkids) Website
This website offers suggested activities to go along with the books as well as information about the Reading Rainbow program and its host LeVar Brown. From this site you can also access a link to the Reading Rainbow book selections, view its cover, and listen to an audio about the book. To navigate this website, either select an activity such as Games or Books from the suitcase on the main page or select the Family Area and then look at the icons at the top of the screen. Be sure to check out the Adventure page for more interactive games and activities.
Spelling Time
Enter your spelling words each Monday and Spelling Time creates a 4-step, instructional learning program to help your child learn them. A final test is given on Friday and students are rewarded with a mention on the website for obtaining a score of 100%. You can register as a "class" for each of your children to have the same word list, or register each student separately if you need to create different word lists for each. The website also offers access to online games as rewards for performance. Additional features include a "word of the day" window and an explanation of common spelling rules.
Wacky Web Tales
Similar to MadLibs, you enter the specified part of speech online and the program generates a story for you.
Writing Bugs
Get writing starters for your student from this page sponsored by Education World.
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