Web+2.0+Academics

**Reading/Language Arts**
 * Web 2.0 Academics **

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 * ReadTheWords.com ** is a free, web based service that assists people with written material. We do this by using TTS Technology, or Text To Speech Technology. Users of our service can generate a clear sounding audio file from almost any written material. We generate a voice that reads the words out loud, that you request us to read

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 * ReadWriteThink ** offers a collection of online Student Materials to support literacy learning in the K-12 classroom. These interactive tools can be used to supplement a variety of lessons and provide an opportunity for students to use technology while developing their literacy skills.

Play stories others have written or make your own with Story Creator 2 []
 * Myths and Legends **

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 * Writing Fun **

[] Most have a cost but RIF offers a collection of free audiobooks []
 * Audible Kids ** – Download and listen to children’s audiobooks

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 * Quizlet ** – Create or find flashcards to help you study vocabulary

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 * CopyBox ** is built like an ordinary word processing software, but has some unique add ons that makes it easy to write interactive and dynamic texts. In beta test- email if you want to participate.
 * Penzu ** is a simple service written on rails, that allows you to write and save private notes or posts (with images), print the entry, or share it by email.
 * Google Lit Trips ** This site is an experiment in teaching great literature in a very different way. Using Google Earth, students discover where in the world the greatest road trip stories of all time took place//... and so much more!//

Through June 30, 2009, we are offering a free classroom subscription for any qualified teacher in the U.S. and Canada! So you can try the next generation of online learning for yourself. Then you can set up your entire classroom, computer lab, or after-school program to play and learn with DreamBox []
 * Math **
 * DreamBox Learning ** - Interactive math games grades k-2

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 * SqoolTools **

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 * Game Aquarium **
 * Create a Graph **
 * Online Chart Tool **
 * CalcResult **
 * Illuminations **
 * Shodor **
 * Johnnie’s Math Page ** - Links to Interactive Math Tools and Activities for Students and Teachers
 * Visual Fractions **
 * National Library of Virtual Manipulatives **

At **Footnote** you can view some of the most exciting original source documents available for the first time on the internet. Easily explore historic documents and photos in fine detail. [] []
 * Social Studies **
 * MAPme.com ** can be used to create anything from travel guides for any entire country, or a detailed view of a specific street. The maps can be personal (and private if required) or community based (where content is moderated) or a complete free for all (where anyone can contribute).

**butterscotch.com** i s your fresh, friendly, smart and sticky portal into the world of technology. We help you do more with the tech you already own and turn you on to the latest and greatest in language everyone can understand. We promise not to talk down to you and to only talk up the most interesting and impactful software, trends, news, gadgets and gear if you promise to come back often. Have a look around and see what sticks! [] []
 * Technology **
 * typeracer ** – practice typing skills and race against others

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 * Art **
 * GoAnimate ** - create and share animations in mere minutes
 * Imagination Cubed- **
 * artpad ** - paint online, frame, hang in gallery, share with friends with save & send

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 * Shidonni** - Create a pet and a world for it to live in

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 * Kerpoof** - Make a picture, a story, or a video

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 * ESL **
 * ESLvideo - ** Free esl video quizzes and resources for ESL / EFL students and teachers. Learn English with free videos

 [] = = **Kindersay** - Free Online English Video Activities for Preschool Children []
 * Pre-K **
 * Elmo and more **

 **Student Interactive – mixed subject areas**

 [] Our vision is to be the source for childhood learning on the Internet – available from anywhere and without charge. Established in late 2004, **e-Learning for Kids** is a global, nonprofit foundation dedicated to fun and free learning on the Internet for children ages 5 - 12. We offer free, best-in-class courseware in math, science, reading and keyboarding; and we’re building a community for parents and educators to share innovations and insights in childhood education. [] [] []
 * Technology Links K-5 **
 * e-Learning for Kids **
 * Interactives ** provides educators and students with strategies, content, and activities that can enhance and improve students' skills in a variety of curricular areas. Most of activities are for older grades. Good spelling activity for all grades.
 * Arcademic Skill Builders ** are research-based and standards-aligned educational games that offer an innovative approach to teaching basic academic skills. We incorporate features of arcade games and educational practices into fun online games that will engage, motivate, and teach your students.