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ALEX Lesson Plans

Title: Listening Comprehension Read Aloud- Who Was Ruby Bridges?
Description: Listening to narrative text offers students a chance to go beyond decoding and word meaning. Listening as the teacher reads a story gives gives students an opportunity to appreciate, draw significance and meaning as well as informal practice using story elements. Listening to read-a-louds gives the teacher the opportunity to model "close" reading skills as well as model thinking. This is a College- and Career-Ready Standards showcase lesson plan.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: English Language Arts (2), or Social Studies (K - 1)
Title: Listening Comprehension Read Aloud- Who Was Ruby Bridges?
Description: Listening to narrative text offers students a chance to go beyond decoding and word meaning. Listening as the teacher reads a story gives gives students an opportunity to appreciate, draw significance and meaning as well as informal practice using story elements. Listening to read-a-louds gives the teacher the opportunity to model "close" reading skills as well as model thinking. This is a College- and Career-Ready Standards showcase lesson plan.

Title: Now and Then and Back Again: A Study of Transportation
Description: By using a slideshow presentation and a Conestoga wagon project, students will experience different ways people have conquered the human and social need for transportation in America. Students will begin by studying ancient and Native American cultures and progress to the pioneer’s use of land vehicles for exportation of goods. They will create their own small wagon by using very simple materials, and have a contest to see whose cart can carry the most pennies. Upon conclusion of the study, students will compare and contrast our transportation today to that of the past by creating a multimedia presentation.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Social Studies (K - 1), or Technology Education (K - 2)
Title: Now and Then and Back Again: A Study of Transportation
Description: By using a slideshow presentation and a Conestoga wagon project, students will experience different ways people have conquered the human and social need for transportation in America. Students will begin by studying ancient and Native American cultures and progress to the pioneer’s use of land vehicles for exportation of goods. They will create their own small wagon by using very simple materials, and have a contest to see whose cart can carry the most pennies. Upon conclusion of the study, students will compare and contrast our transportation today to that of the past by creating a multimedia presentation.

Thinkfinity Lesson Plans

Title: Trade and Transportation in the United States
Description: In this lesson, from Xpeditions, students imagine what it would be like to operate a plane, train, or truck along a trade route across the United States. They also look at maps of major U.S. transportation networks and explain how specific products might get from one place to another.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 9: Describe how and why people from various cultures immigrate to the United States.

Subject: Language Arts - Writing (composition) - Social Studies - Economics - Social Studies - Geography
Title: Trade and Transportation in the United States
Description: In this lesson, from Xpeditions, students imagine what it would be like to operate a plane, train, or truck along a trade route across the United States. They also look at maps of major U.S. transportation networks and explain how specific products might get from one place to another.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: What Would You Work Hard For?
Description: This lesson, from Xpeditions, has students go through a simulation to learn about value, abundance, and scarcity. They are asked to consider the things that they would be willing to work very hard for.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 10: Describe the role of money in everyday life.

Subject: Social Studies - Economics - Social Studies - Geography
Title: What Would You Work Hard For?
Description: This lesson, from Xpeditions, has students go through a simulation to learn about value, abundance, and scarcity. They are asked to consider the things that they would be willing to work very hard for.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: The Chesapeake Bay Watershed: A Timeline of Change, a Model for Change
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students conduct research on the Chesapeake Bay, from Captain John Smith's explorations of Native American settlements in the early seventeenth century to the present, and examine how these changes over time can help illuminate the interrelationships between people and places. They then apply a similar approach to their local area. Through an examination of a timeline of change, students make connections between present interactions with a place and its future and consider ways that they can help shape the future course of both the Chesapeake Bay watershed and their own community.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Science - Ecology - Social Studies - Anthropology - Social Studies - Geography - Social Studies - United States History
Title: The Chesapeake Bay Watershed: A Timeline of Change, a Model for Change
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students conduct research on the Chesapeake Bay, from Captain John Smith's explorations of Native American settlements in the early seventeenth century to the present, and examine how these changes over time can help illuminate the interrelationships between people and places. They then apply a similar approach to their local area. Through an examination of a timeline of change, students make connections between present interactions with a place and its future and consider ways that they can help shape the future course of both the Chesapeake Bay watershed and their own community.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Human Migration: The Story of a Community
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students come to understand some key concepts of human migration through the examination of maps and migration patterns. Students research and document the impact of migration on a region's cultural landscape. They examine migration patterns on a global and national scale as a class and then apply that understanding to a class project telling a migration story about their own community. Several pieces of literature appropriate for use with this lesson are suggested.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Social Studies - Geography
Title: Human Migration: The Story of a Community
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students come to understand some key concepts of human migration through the examination of maps and migration patterns. Students research and document the impact of migration on a region's cultural landscape. They examine migration patterns on a global and national scale as a class and then apply that understanding to a class project telling a migration story about their own community. Several pieces of literature appropriate for use with this lesson are suggested.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Family and Friendship in Quilts
Description: In this unit of three EDSITEment lessons, students recognize how people of different cultures and time periods have used cloth-based art forms to pass down their traditions and history. Quilting continues to be largely a home-based form of art, primarily engaged in by women. This unit heightens students awareness of how quilts have reflected and continue to reflect the lives of the people who create them, and of how quilts record the cultural history of a particular place and time.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Arts,Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: Family and Friendship in Quilts
Description: In this unit of three EDSITEment lessons, students recognize how people of different cultures and time periods have used cloth-based art forms to pass down their traditions and history. Quilting continues to be largely a home-based form of art, primarily engaged in by women. This unit heightens students awareness of how quilts have reflected and continue to reflect the lives of the people who create them, and of how quilts record the cultural history of a particular place and time.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Reading, Writing and 'Rithmetic in the One-Room Schoolhouse
Description: In this unit of five lessons, from EDSITEment, students compare the experience of attending a one-room schoolhouse with going to school today. This unit focuses on the universal experience of going to school, using original photographs to give students a vivid impression of how American children received an education a hundred years ago. It encourages students to explore the similarities and differences of being a student in a one-room schoolhouse versus attending their own well-equipped, modern school.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Social Studies,Arts
Title: Reading, Writing and 'Rithmetic in the One-Room Schoolhouse
Description: In this unit of five lessons, from EDSITEment, students compare the experience of attending a one-room schoolhouse with going to school today. This unit focuses on the universal experience of going to school, using original photographs to give students a vivid impression of how American children received an education a hundred years ago. It encourages students to explore the similarities and differences of being a student in a one-room schoolhouse versus attending their own well-equipped, modern school.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: My Piece of History
Description: In this lesson, from EDSITEment, students examine pictures of household objects from the late 20th century, gather historical information about them from older family members, and then create an in-class exhibit of historical objects from their own homes.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: My Piece of History
Description: In this lesson, from EDSITEment, students examine pictures of household objects from the late 20th century, gather historical information about them from older family members, and then create an in-class exhibit of historical objects from their own homes.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: If You Were a Pioneer on the Oregon Trail
Description: In this lesson, from EDSITEment, students compare imagined travel experiences of their own with the actual experiences of 19th-century pioneers. After creating, as a class, oral stories about contemporary cross-country journeys, students learn about the experiences of the emigrants who traveled on the Oregon Trail. They then create works of historical fiction in the form of picture books, drawing upon the information they have learned.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies,Arts
Title: If You Were a Pioneer on the Oregon Trail
Description: In this lesson, from EDSITEment, students compare imagined travel experiences of their own with the actual experiences of 19th-century pioneers. After creating, as a class, oral stories about contemporary cross-country journeys, students learn about the experiences of the emigrants who traveled on the Oregon Trail. They then create works of historical fiction in the form of picture books, drawing upon the information they have learned.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Eyewitness to History
Description: Families connect us to our own history and to the history of the world around us. In this lesson from EDSITEment, students explore this second set of connections, talking with family members about landmark events they have witnessed in their lifetimes to learn how history touches our lives.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: Eyewitness to History
Description: Families connect us to our own history and to the history of the world around us. In this lesson from EDSITEment, students explore this second set of connections, talking with family members about landmark events they have witnessed in their lifetimes to learn how history touches our lives.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Then and Now: Life in Early America, 1740-1840
Description: In this unit of 12 lessons, from EDSITEment, students use archival materials, re-creations, and classroom activities in order to consider which aspects of everyday life have changed and which have stayed the same in the last 200 years. The lessons include many hands-on and interactive activities and games including dressing an eighteenth-century paper doll, creating an early American toy, and guessing the function of historical mystery objects.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 3: Use various primary sources, including calendars and timelines, for reconstructing the past.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Then and Now: Life in Early America, 1740-1840
Description: In this unit of 12 lessons, from EDSITEment, students use archival materials, re-creations, and classroom activities in order to consider which aspects of everyday life have changed and which have stayed the same in the last 200 years. The lessons include many hands-on and interactive activities and games including dressing an eighteenth-century paper doll, creating an early American toy, and guessing the function of historical mystery objects.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Social Studies,Geography
Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: 1,2,3

Title: Regions of a Grocery Store
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students learn about how regions are created by categorizing grocery store products into different regions of the classroom, which they pretend is a grocery store. They then discuss the concept of regions and the unique qualities of their home region, and they draw pictures of their home region.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 7: Explain production and distribution processes.

Subject: Social Studies - Economics - Social Studies - Geography
Title: Regions of a Grocery Store
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students learn about how regions are created by categorizing grocery store products into different regions of the classroom, which they pretend is a grocery store. They then discuss the concept of regions and the unique qualities of their home region, and they draw pictures of their home region.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Your Changing Town
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students discuss the reasons why cities change over time and investigate how their own town has changed. Students conclude by drawing pictures of the town's past and present.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 4: Identify contributions of diverse significant figures that influenced the local community and state in the past and present. (Alabama)

Subject: Social Studies - Geography - Social Studies - Urban Studies
Title: Your Changing Town
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students discuss the reasons why cities change over time and investigate how their own town has changed. Students conclude by drawing pictures of the town's past and present.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: Back in the Olden Days
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students discuss what it might have been like when, and where, their parents and grandparents grew up. The students conduct interviews to see if their guesses were right. They conclude by drawing pictures of their relatives living in this time and place.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Social Studies - Geography - Social Studies - United States History - Social Studies - World History
Title: Back in the Olden Days
Description: In this Xpeditions lesson, students discuss what it might have been like when, and where, their parents and grandparents grew up. The students conduct interviews to see if their guesses were right. They conclude by drawing pictures of their relatives living in this time and place.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2

Title: NOVA: Pyramids
Description: Jointly designed by NOVA and PBS, this site gives elementary and middle school students an overview of Egyptology and the continuing archaeological excavation of the Pyramids at Giza. It contains textual information, diagrams, and images.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Science,Social Studies
Title: NOVA: Pyramids
Description: Jointly designed by NOVA and PBS, this site gives elementary and middle school students an overview of Egyptology and the continuing archaeological excavation of the Pyramids at Giza. It contains textual information, diagrams, and images.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

Title: April Calendar
Description: This EDSITEment calendar is a collection of peer-reviewed Web sites and EDSITEment lesson plans covering April holidays and special events. April is National Poetry Month and the calendar links to many EDSITEment lesson plans, Web site features and additional learning activities related to this theme.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] USS6 (6) 9: Critique major social and cultural changes in the United States since World War II.

Subject: Arts,Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: April Calendar
Description: This EDSITEment calendar is a collection of peer-reviewed Web sites and EDSITEment lesson plans covering April holidays and special events. April is National Poetry Month and the calendar links to many EDSITEment lesson plans, Web site features and additional learning activities related to this theme.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,C1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: Tell a Migration Story...with Photos
Description: In this Xpeditions student activity, students take pictures that tell the story of their community's cultural heritage and the story of human migration that is unique to their area. They consider how they can tell a story with a sequence of photographs, and then put their thoughts into action by creating photo essays.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] GEOG (7) 4: Evaluate spatial patterns and the demographic structure of population on Earth's surface in terms of density, dispersion, growth and mortality rates, natural increase, and doubling time.

Subject: Arts - Photography - Social Studies - Geography
Title: Tell a Migration Story...with Photos
Description: In this Xpeditions student activity, students take pictures that tell the story of their community's cultural heritage and the story of human migration that is unique to their area. They consider how they can tell a story with a sequence of photographs, and then put their thoughts into action by creating photo essays.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

ALEX Learning Activities

Title: Aboard the Mayflower
Digital Tool: Scholastic
Web Address URL: http://www.scholastic.com/scholastic_thanksgiving/voyage/
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 9: Describe how and why people from various cultures immigrate to the United States.
Digital Tool Description: This interactive website allows students to relive part of the journey to America on board of the Mayflower. The website provides pictures and details concerning hardships that were faced in and outside the vessel. Students can also tour the ship and locate up to 7 rooms the Mayflower offered.

Title: Aboard the Mayflower
Digital Tool: Scholastic
Digital Tool Description: This interactive website allows students to relive part of the journey to America on board of the Mayflower. The website provides pictures and details concerning hardships that were faced in and outside the vessel. Students can also tour the ship and locate up to 7 rooms the Mayflower offered.

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Thinkfinity Multimedia

Title: What Is Checkmate?
Description: Kings and queens, knights and bishops - let's learn more about a classic game of strategy!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Cross-Disciplinary - Process Skills , Social Studies - Human Behavior , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: What Is Checkmate?
Description: Kings and queens, knights and bishops - let's learn more about a classic game of strategy!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is a Smokejumper?
Description: Join us in Wonderopolis today for a closer look at one of the most dangerous jobs in the world!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 9: Describe how and why people from various cultures immigrate to the United States.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts
Title: What Is a Smokejumper?
Description: Join us in Wonderopolis today for a closer look at one of the most dangerous jobs in the world!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Many Ways Can You Say Mom?
Description: Wonderopolis has a special treat today for you and your mom!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 12: Compare common and unique characteristics in societal groups, including age, religious beliefs, ethnicity, persons with disabilities, and equality between genders.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Foreign Languages - Speaking , Foreign Languages - Vocabulary , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Geography , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - World History , Geography - Human Geography , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: How Many Ways Can You Say Mom?
Description: Wonderopolis has a special treat today for you and your mom!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Do You Walk the Dog?
Description: June 6 is National Yo-Yo Day! We don't want to string you along, so head on over to Wonderopolis right away for a closer look at one of the most popular toys of all time.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Process Skills , Arts - Textile Art , Physical Education - Outdoor Education , Science - Biological and Life Sciences , Science - Botany , Science - Earth science , Science - Ecology , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Environmental Education , Informal Education - Technology Training , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: How Do You Walk the Dog?
Description: June 6 is National Yo-Yo Day! We don't want to string you along, so head on over to Wonderopolis right away for a closer look at one of the most popular toys of all time.
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Have We Always Said Hello?
Description: We just wanted to say, "Hello! We're glad you stopped by Wonderopolis today!"
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 12: Compare common and unique characteristics in societal groups, including age, religious beliefs, ethnicity, persons with disabilities, and equality between genders.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Foreign Languages - Cultural Awareness , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: Have We Always Said Hello?
Description: We just wanted to say, "Hello! We're glad you stopped by Wonderopolis today!"
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Are Leprechauns Real?
Description: If you read all the way to the end of today's Wonder, you just might find a pot of gold!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Arts - Storytelling , Social Studies - Geography , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Geography - Physical Geography , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts
Title: Are Leprechauns Real?
Description: If you read all the way to the end of today's Wonder, you just might find a pot of gold!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Who Invented Dental Floss?
Description: As your dentist has probably told you many times, you should floss your teeth daily. But why? And who invented that silly string anyway? Join us in Wonderopolis today for a wonder that will leave you hanging by a thread�
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Social Studies - Civics , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - State History , Social Studies - United States Constitution , Social Studies - United States Government , Social Studies - United States History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Community service/Leadership/Team-building
Title: Who Invented Dental Floss?
Description: As your dentist has probably told you many times, you should floss your teeth daily. But why? And who invented that silly string anyway? Join us in Wonderopolis today for a wonder that will leave you hanging by a thread�
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Why Are School Buses Yellow?
Description: Riding the bus is an exciting adventure millions of kids experience each year for the first time. We already know the wheels on the bus go 'round and 'round, but if you've ever stopped to wonder why school buses are yellow, today's wonder is for you. Hop on board. We saved you a seat!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Arts - History , Arts - Music , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Movement and Music
Title: Why Are School Buses Yellow?
Description: Riding the bus is an exciting adventure millions of kids experience each year for the first time. We already know the wheels on the bus go 'round and 'round, but if you've ever stopped to wonder why school buses are yellow, today's wonder is for you. Hop on board. We saved you a seat!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
Description: On May 14, 1804, a small group of brave souls set out on an expedition to explore unfamiliar territory. Join us in Wonderopolis today as we travel alongside Lewis and Clark on their legendary adventure!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 2: Identify national historical figures and celebrations that exemplify fundamental democratic values, including equality, justice, and responsibility for the common good.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Mathematics - Number Theory , Philosophy - Existentialism , Philosophy - Phenomenology , Physical Education - Outdoor Education , Science - Astronomy , Science - Physics , Science - Space Sciences , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Human Behavior , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - State History , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: What Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
Description: On May 14, 1804, a small group of brave souls set out on an expedition to explore unfamiliar territory. Join us in Wonderopolis today as we travel alongside Lewis and Clark on their legendary adventure!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is a Muscle Car?
Description: On April 17, 1964, Ford Motor Company introduced the Ford Mustang at the New York World's Fair. Since then, men and women of all ages have had a thirst for high horsepower in affordable packages. It's time to shift into high gear as Wonderopolis takes a look at muscle cars!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: What Is a Muscle Car?
Description: On April 17, 1964, Ford Motor Company introduced the Ford Mustang at the New York World's Fair. Since then, men and women of all ages have had a thirst for high horsepower in affordable packages. It's time to shift into high gear as Wonderopolis takes a look at muscle cars!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is Ramadan?
Description: Do you have any friends who are Muslims? Tune in today to learn more about the holiday they're celebrating right now!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 11: Identify traditions and contributions of various cultures in the local community and state. (Alabama)

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Science - Chemistry , Science - Earth science , Science - General Science , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts , Informal Education - Environmental Education , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: What Is Ramadan?
Description: Do you have any friends who are Muslims? Tune in today to learn more about the holiday they're celebrating right now!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Many School Lunches Are Served Each Day?
Description: Grab a carton of milk and a tray of hot food. It's time to head back to school for our favorite period of the day - lunch!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Arts - History , Arts - Music , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Movement and Music
Title: How Many School Lunches Are Served Each Day?
Description: Grab a carton of milk and a tray of hot food. It's time to head back to school for our favorite period of the day - lunch!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Do Teachers Get To Be So Smart?
Description: May 3, 2011, is National Teacher Day, so let's pay tribute to teachers everywhere as we investigate how they got to be so smart!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Physical Education - Adventure and Risk Challenge Activities , Science - Astronomy , Science - Biological and Life Sciences , Science - Biology , Science - Earth science , Science - General Science , Science - Space Sciences , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: How Do Teachers Get To Be So Smart?
Description: May 3, 2011, is National Teacher Day, so let's pay tribute to teachers everywhere as we investigate how they got to be so smart!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Long Is a Marathon?
Description: On April 18, 2011, the 115th running of the Boston Marathon takes place. Lace up your running shoes and jog on over to Wonderopolis, as we take a long look at the marathon!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Health - Body Systems and Senses , Health - Nutrition , Health - Preventative Health , Physical Education - Adventure and Risk Challenge Activities , Physical Education - Individual Sports , Physical Education - Motor/Movement Skills , Physical Education - Skill-Related Fitness , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Sports/Fitness/Recreation
Title: How Long Is a Marathon?
Description: On April 18, 2011, the 115th running of the Boston Marathon takes place. Lace up your running shoes and jog on over to Wonderopolis, as we take a long look at the marathon!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Thinkfinity Informational Materials

Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Social Studies,Geography
Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: 1,2,3

Title: Students Sit for Civil Rights Homepage
Description: Students Sit for Civil Rights is an OurStory module that includes activities based on reading Freedom on the Menu, a work of children's literature about the Greensboro sit-ins that played an important role during the civil rights movement. OurStory is a series of modules designed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom. National Museum of American History
Standard(s):
[SS2010] USS5 (5) 12: Summarize successes and failures of the Reconstruction Era.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Students Sit for Civil Rights Homepage
Description: Students Sit for Civil Rights is an OurStory module that includes activities based on reading Freedom on the Menu, a work of children's literature about the Greensboro sit-ins that played an important role during the civil rights movement. OurStory is a series of modules designed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom. National Museum of American History
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Coming to America
Description: Almost all Americans have family histories that trace back to other countries. By using this OurStory module, children and adults can enjoy exploring the experiences of immigrants who came to America and the ways that immigration has changed life in America through children's literature, museum objects, and hands-on activities. Focused around Feivel's Flying Horses, a historical fiction picture book about an immigrant who comes to America in the 1800's, the module includes links to hands-on activities and a list of recommended readings for further exploration.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] GEOG (7) 12: Explain ways geographic features and environmental issues have influenced historical events.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Coming to America
Description: Almost all Americans have family histories that trace back to other countries. By using this OurStory module, children and adults can enjoy exploring the experiences of immigrants who came to America and the ways that immigration has changed life in America through children's literature, museum objects, and hands-on activities. Focused around Feivel's Flying Horses, a historical fiction picture book about an immigrant who comes to America in the 1800's, the module includes links to hands-on activities and a list of recommended readings for further exploration.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6

Title: Great Websites for Kids
Description: Created by the American Library Association, this portal website helps parents and children find age appropriate educational materials on the Internet.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] WH8 (8) 16: Describe major cultural changes in Western Europe in the High Middle Ages (1000-1300 A.D.).

Subject: Arts,Language Arts,Mathematics,Physical Education,Science,Social Studies,Geography
Title: Great Websites for Kids
Description: Created by the American Library Association, this portal website helps parents and children find age appropriate educational materials on the Internet.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5,6,7

Title: Make Your Own Buffalo Hide Painting
Description: In this activity, students will learn about the culture of the Native American people of the Great Plains as they create their own buffalo hide paintings using a printable buffalo hide outline. Inspired by the Indians of the Great Plains, they will draw pictures of things that represent important events in their lives and their family's history, or draw a hide with a geometric design. The choice is up to them! This activity is included in the interactive website Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting .
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Make Your Own Buffalo Hide Painting
Description: In this activity, students will learn about the culture of the Native American people of the Great Plains as they create their own buffalo hide paintings using a printable buffalo hide outline. Inspired by the Indians of the Great Plains, they will draw pictures of things that represent important events in their lives and their family's history, or draw a hide with a geometric design. The choice is up to them! This activity is included in the interactive website Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting .
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

Title: Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting Homepage
Description: In this interactive website, students explore the role buffaloes played in the lives of Native Americans of the northern Plains. The website includes: online interactives, printable activities and a map of the Plain Indians, information about the art of buffalo hide paintings, a teacher's guide and student worksheets, and a bibliography of related books and online resources appropriate for all ages.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting Homepage
Description: In this interactive website, students explore the role buffaloes played in the lives of Native Americans of the northern Plains. The website includes: online interactives, printable activities and a map of the Plain Indians, information about the art of buffalo hide paintings, a teacher's guide and student worksheets, and a bibliography of related books and online resources appropriate for all ages.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

Title: April Calendar
Description: This EDSITEment calendar is a collection of peer-reviewed Web sites and EDSITEment lesson plans covering April holidays and special events. April is National Poetry Month and the calendar links to many EDSITEment lesson plans, Web site features and additional learning activities related to this theme.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] USS6 (6) 9: Critique major social and cultural changes in the United States since World War II.

Subject: Arts,Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: April Calendar
Description: This EDSITEment calendar is a collection of peer-reviewed Web sites and EDSITEment lesson plans covering April holidays and special events. April is National Poetry Month and the calendar links to many EDSITEment lesson plans, Web site features and additional learning activities related to this theme.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,C1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: United Farmworkers Poster
Description: Cesar Estrada Chavez, the founder of the United Farm Workers of America, is one of the most recognized Latino civil rights leaders in the United States.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] US11 (11) 6: Describe social and economic conditions from the 1920s through the Great Depression regarding factors leading to a deepening crisis, including the collapse of the farming economy and the stock market crash of 1929. [A.1.a., A.1.b., A.1.d., A.1.f., A.1.i., A.1.j., A.1.k.]

Subject: Social Studies
Title: United Farmworkers Poster
Description: Cesar Estrada Chavez, the founder of the United Farm Workers of America, is one of the most recognized Latino civil rights leaders in the United States.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Title: African American History Month
Description: The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] CIV (7) 11: Compare changes in social and economic conditions in the United States during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: African American History Month
Description: The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: K,C1,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12

Thinkfinity Interactive Games

Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Social Studies,Geography
Title: Time Warp Trio
Description: ' Time Warp Trio'' is an NEH-funded television program on PBS. The animated series follows three children who travel through space and time to explore world history and cultures. The website features games and lesson plans.
Thinkfinity Partner: EDSITEment
Grade Span: 1,2,3

Title: Conduct a Genealogical Study
Description: Genealogy is the study of family ancestries and histories, and a great way to learn women's history. In this activity, students will learn about the methods and tools needed to conduct a genealogical interview. It is included in an OurStory module entitled Great Women of Our Pasts . OurStory is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] ALA (4) 13: Describe the economic and social impact of World War II on Alabamians, including entry of women into the workforce, increase in job opportunities, rationing, utilization of Alabama's military installations, military recruitment, the draft, and a rise in racial consciousness.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Conduct a Genealogical Study
Description: Genealogy is the study of family ancestries and histories, and a great way to learn women's history. In this activity, students will learn about the methods and tools needed to conduct a genealogical interview. It is included in an OurStory module entitled Great Women of Our Pasts . OurStory is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Reading Dakota Dugout
Description: In this activity, students will read Dakota Dugout by Ann Turner and answer questions about the book. They will then look at the image of an object that would have been important to women living in a house made of sod and try to determine what the object is. This resource is included in an OurStory module entitled Life in a Sod House.OurStory is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources will allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] USS5 (5) 13: Describe social and economic influences on United States' expansion prior to World War I.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Reading Dakota Dugout
Description: In this activity, students will read Dakota Dugout by Ann Turner and answer questions about the book. They will then look at the image of an object that would have been important to women living in a house made of sod and try to determine what the object is. This resource is included in an OurStory module entitled Life in a Sod House.OurStory is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources will allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Document Detective
Description: Historians gather information about the past by looking at primary sources. In this activity, students will practice using primary sources by to learn about slavery and the Underground Railroad by analyzing newspaper advertisements regarding runaway slaves from the Charleston Mercury. It is included in an OurStory module entitled Slave Life and the Underground Railroad . OurStory is a series of modules designed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] ALA (4) 6: Describe cultural, economic, and political aspects of the lifestyles of early nineteenth-century farmers, plantation owners, slaves, and townspeople.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Document Detective
Description: Historians gather information about the past by looking at primary sources. In this activity, students will practice using primary sources by to learn about slavery and the Underground Railroad by analyzing newspaper advertisements regarding runaway slaves from the Charleston Mercury. It is included in an OurStory module entitled Slave Life and the Underground Railroad . OurStory is a series of modules designed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, OurStory resources allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Sing, Play, and Cook Railroad-Style
Description: Playing, singing, and cooking can bring learning about trains to life! Part of an OurStory module entitled All Aboard the Train! , this activity includes tips for incorporating special terms used by railroad workers into playing with trains, cooking a train caf car menu, or singing train-related classics like "I've Been Workin' On the Railroad" or "Chattanooga Choo Choo." OurStory is designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of children's literature, everyday objects, and hands-on activities.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] USS5 (5) 13: Describe social and economic influences on United States' expansion prior to World War I.

Subject: Arts,Social Studies
Title: Sing, Play, and Cook Railroad-Style
Description: Playing, singing, and cooking can bring learning about trains to life! Part of an OurStory module entitled All Aboard the Train! , this activity includes tips for incorporating special terms used by railroad workers into playing with trains, cooking a train caf car menu, or singing train-related classics like "I've Been Workin' On the Railroad" or "Chattanooga Choo Choo." OurStory is designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of children's literature, everyday objects, and hands-on activities.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: All the President's Children
Description: In this activity, students will match clues with images of children who lived in the White House in order to learn about their lives as they lived in the presidential mansion. As part of the online exhibition, The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden, this activity will help students understand more about the Presidency and life in the White House.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: All the President's Children
Description: In this activity, students will match clues with images of children who lived in the White House in order to learn about their lives as they lived in the presidential mansion. As part of the online exhibition, The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden, this activity will help students understand more about the Presidency and life in the White House.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Autobiography Through Objects
Description: In this lesson plan, from Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, students will analyze images and objects relating to Celia Cruz then create an autobiographical exhibition using personal objects.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 4: Use vocabulary to describe segments of time, including year, decade, score, and century.

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: Autobiography Through Objects
Description: In this lesson plan, from Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, students will analyze images and objects relating to Celia Cruz then create an autobiographical exhibition using personal objects.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: Headlines of History
Description: In this activity, students will examine an historical newspaper, a piece of historical fiction, and their social studies textbooks for accounts of the civil rights movement, and then define equality and discrimination. They will then use these definitions to look for instances of equality and discrimination in modern society. Part of an "OurStory'' module entitled "Students Sit for Civil Rights'' , this activity will help students develop their research and analysis skills. OurStory is a program from the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] ALA (4) 14: Analyze the modern Civil Rights Movement to determine the social, political, and economic impact on Alabama.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: Headlines of History
Description: In this activity, students will examine an historical newspaper, a piece of historical fiction, and their social studies textbooks for accounts of the civil rights movement, and then define equality and discrimination. They will then use these definitions to look for instances of equality and discrimination in modern society. Part of an "OurStory'' module entitled "Students Sit for Civil Rights'' , this activity will help students develop their research and analysis skills. OurStory is a program from the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: What Can You Make From a Buffalo?
Description: The northern Plains Indians used every part of the buffalo. In this interactive matching game, students will match objects made by Native Americans from the body parts of buffalo to the appropriate part of the buffalo's anatomy. It is interactive whiteboard and iPad friendly and is included in the website Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting .
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Social Studies
Title: What Can You Make From a Buffalo?
Description: The northern Plains Indians used every part of the buffalo. In this interactive matching game, students will match objects made by Native Americans from the body parts of buffalo to the appropriate part of the buffalo's anatomy. It is interactive whiteboard and iPad friendly and is included in the website Tracking the Buffalo: Stories From a Buffalo Hide Painting .
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

Thinkfinity Learning Activities

Title: Life in a Sod House: Darkroom Detectives
Description: What can we learn about life in a sod house by looking at photographs? In this activity, from the "OurStory'' series produced by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, students will analyze two photographs of families who lived in homes made of sod in order to answer questions about these families' lives. "OurStory'' is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, "OurStory'' resources will allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: Life in a Sod House: Darkroom Detectives
Description: What can we learn about life in a sod house by looking at photographs? In this activity, from the "OurStory'' series produced by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, students will analyze two photographs of families who lived in homes made of sod in order to answer questions about these families' lives. "OurStory'' is a series of modules designed to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of objects from the Museum's vast collections, quality children's literature, and engaging hands-on activities. Ideal for afterschool use, "OurStory'' resources will allow students to think critically, to be creative, and to achieve academic standards both in and out of the classroom.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: All Aboard the Train!
Description: Railroads have moved people and cargo around America for more than 180 years. By using this OurStory module from the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, children and adults can enjoy exploring the history of trains in America. Focused on actively reading Jingle the Brass, a historical fiction picture book about a ride on a steam locomotive, this module also includes links to a hands-on activity, field trip, and object-based learning experience.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Language Arts,Social Studies
Title: All Aboard the Train!
Description: Railroads have moved people and cargo around America for more than 180 years. By using this OurStory module from the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, children and adults can enjoy exploring the history of trains in America. Focused on actively reading Jingle the Brass, a historical fiction picture book about a ride on a steam locomotive, this module also includes links to a hands-on activity, field trip, and object-based learning experience.
Thinkfinity Partner: Smithsonian
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4

Title: What Is Checkmate?
Description: Kings and queens, knights and bishops - let's learn more about a classic game of strategy!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 6: Compare ways individuals and groups in the local community and state lived in the past to how they live today. (Alabama)

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Cross-Disciplinary - Process Skills , Social Studies - Human Behavior , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: What Is Checkmate?
Description: Kings and queens, knights and bishops - let's learn more about a classic game of strategy!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is a Smokejumper?
Description: Join us in Wonderopolis today for a closer look at one of the most dangerous jobs in the world!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 9: Describe how and why people from various cultures immigrate to the United States.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts
Title: What Is a Smokejumper?
Description: Join us in Wonderopolis today for a closer look at one of the most dangerous jobs in the world!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: The Underground Railroad Route
Description: Activity. Students will identify slave states and free states during the time of the Underground Railroad, explore the challenges of escaping, and choose the route they would have taken.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 11: Interpret legends, stories, and songs that contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States.

Subject: Geography,Social Studies
Title: The Underground Railroad Route
Description: Activity. Students will identify slave states and free states during the time of the Underground Railroad, explore the challenges of escaping, and choose the route they would have taken.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: 1,2

Title: Crowded Places
Description: Activity. Students describe crowded and uncrowded places, brainstorm possible reasons for crowding, and brainstorm good and bad things about living in a crowded place.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Geography,Social Studies
Title: Crowded Places
Description: Activity. Students describe crowded and uncrowded places, brainstorm possible reasons for crowding, and brainstorm good and bad things about living in a crowded place.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: 1,2

Title: How Many Ways Can You Say Mom?
Description: Wonderopolis has a special treat today for you and your mom!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 12: Compare common and unique characteristics in societal groups, including age, religious beliefs, ethnicity, persons with disabilities, and equality between genders.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Foreign Languages - Speaking , Foreign Languages - Vocabulary , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Geography , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - World History , Geography - Human Geography , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: How Many Ways Can You Say Mom?
Description: Wonderopolis has a special treat today for you and your mom!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Characteristics of Place
Description: Activity. Students learn about and brainstorm natural and cultural characteristics of places. Then students identify those characteristics in their own community.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 10: Identify ways people throughout the country are affected by their human and physical environments.

Subject: Geography,Social Studies
Title: Characteristics of Place
Description: Activity. Students learn about and brainstorm natural and cultural characteristics of places. Then students identify those characteristics in their own community.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: 1,2

Title: How Do You Walk the Dog?
Description: June 6 is National Yo-Yo Day! We don't want to string you along, so head on over to Wonderopolis right away for a closer look at one of the most popular toys of all time.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Process Skills , Arts - Textile Art , Physical Education - Outdoor Education , Science - Biological and Life Sciences , Science - Botany , Science - Earth science , Science - Ecology , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Environmental Education , Informal Education - Technology Training , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: How Do You Walk the Dog?
Description: June 6 is National Yo-Yo Day! We don't want to string you along, so head on over to Wonderopolis right away for a closer look at one of the most popular toys of all time.
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Have We Always Said Hello?
Description: We just wanted to say, "Hello! We're glad you stopped by Wonderopolis today!"
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 12: Compare common and unique characteristics in societal groups, including age, religious beliefs, ethnicity, persons with disabilities, and equality between genders.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Foreign Languages - Cultural Awareness , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: Have We Always Said Hello?
Description: We just wanted to say, "Hello! We're glad you stopped by Wonderopolis today!"
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Are Leprechauns Real?
Description: If you read all the way to the end of today's Wonder, you just might find a pot of gold!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Arts - Storytelling , Social Studies - Geography , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Geography - Physical Geography , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts
Title: Are Leprechauns Real?
Description: If you read all the way to the end of today's Wonder, you just might find a pot of gold!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Who Invented Dental Floss?
Description: As your dentist has probably told you many times, you should floss your teeth daily. But why? And who invented that silly string anyway? Join us in Wonderopolis today for a wonder that will leave you hanging by a thread�
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Social Studies - Civics , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - State History , Social Studies - United States Constitution , Social Studies - United States Government , Social Studies - United States History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Community service/Leadership/Team-building
Title: Who Invented Dental Floss?
Description: As your dentist has probably told you many times, you should floss your teeth daily. But why? And who invented that silly string anyway? Join us in Wonderopolis today for a wonder that will leave you hanging by a thread�
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Why Are School Buses Yellow?
Description: Riding the bus is an exciting adventure millions of kids experience each year for the first time. We already know the wheels on the bus go 'round and 'round, but if you've ever stopped to wonder why school buses are yellow, today's wonder is for you. Hop on board. We saved you a seat!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Arts - History , Arts - Music , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Movement and Music
Title: Why Are School Buses Yellow?
Description: Riding the bus is an exciting adventure millions of kids experience each year for the first time. We already know the wheels on the bus go 'round and 'round, but if you've ever stopped to wonder why school buses are yellow, today's wonder is for you. Hop on board. We saved you a seat!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
Description: On May 14, 1804, a small group of brave souls set out on an expedition to explore unfamiliar territory. Join us in Wonderopolis today as we travel alongside Lewis and Clark on their legendary adventure!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT2 (2) 2: Identify national historical figures and celebrations that exemplify fundamental democratic values, including equality, justice, and responsibility for the common good.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Mathematics - Number Theory , Philosophy - Existentialism , Philosophy - Phenomenology , Physical Education - Outdoor Education , Science - Astronomy , Science - Physics , Science - Space Sciences , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Human Behavior , Social Studies - Human Relations , Social Studies - State History , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: What Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
Description: On May 14, 1804, a small group of brave souls set out on an expedition to explore unfamiliar territory. Join us in Wonderopolis today as we travel alongside Lewis and Clark on their legendary adventure!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is a Muscle Car?
Description: On April 17, 1964, Ford Motor Company introduced the Ford Mustang at the New York World's Fair. Since then, men and women of all ages have had a thirst for high horsepower in affordable packages. It's time to shift into high gear as Wonderopolis takes a look at muscle cars!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: What Is a Muscle Car?
Description: On April 17, 1964, Ford Motor Company introduced the Ford Mustang at the New York World's Fair. Since then, men and women of all ages have had a thirst for high horsepower in affordable packages. It's time to shift into high gear as Wonderopolis takes a look at muscle cars!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: What Is Ramadan?
Description: Do you have any friends who are Muslims? Tune in today to learn more about the holiday they're celebrating right now!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT1 (1) 11: Identify traditions and contributions of various cultures in the local community and state. (Alabama)

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Popular Culture , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Science - Chemistry , Science - Earth science , Science - General Science , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Arts and Crafts , Informal Education - Environmental Education , Informal Education - Zoo/Aquarium/Nature Center Education
Title: What Is Ramadan?
Description: Do you have any friends who are Muslims? Tune in today to learn more about the holiday they're celebrating right now!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Many School Lunches Are Served Each Day?
Description: Grab a carton of milk and a tray of hot food. It's time to head back to school for our favorite period of the day - lunch!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Arts - History , Arts - Music , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Movement and Music
Title: How Many School Lunches Are Served Each Day?
Description: Grab a carton of milk and a tray of hot food. It's time to head back to school for our favorite period of the day - lunch!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Do Teachers Get To Be So Smart?
Description: May 3, 2011, is National Teacher Day, so let's pay tribute to teachers everywhere as we investigate how they got to be so smart!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Cross-Disciplinary - Technology , Physical Education - Adventure and Risk Challenge Activities , Science - Astronomy , Science - Biological and Life Sciences , Science - Biology , Science - Earth science , Science - General Science , Science - Space Sciences , Social Studies - Technology and Civilization , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment
Title: How Do Teachers Get To Be So Smart?
Description: May 3, 2011, is National Teacher Day, so let's pay tribute to teachers everywhere as we investigate how they got to be so smart!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: How Long Is a Marathon?
Description: On April 18, 2011, the 115th running of the Boston Marathon takes place. Lace up your running shoes and jog on over to Wonderopolis, as we take a long look at the marathon!
Standard(s):
[SS2010] LWT (0) 12: Describe families and communities of the past, including jobs, education, transportation, communication, and recreation.

Subject: Cross-Disciplinary - History , Cross-Disciplinary - Informal Education , Health - Body Systems and Senses , Health - Nutrition , Health - Preventative Health , Physical Education - Adventure and Risk Challenge Activities , Physical Education - Individual Sports , Physical Education - Motor/Movement Skills , Physical Education - Skill-Related Fitness , Social Studies - Current Events/Issues , Social Studies - United States History , Social Studies - World History , Informal Education - Academic Enrichment , Informal Education - Sports/Fitness/Recreation
Title: How Long Is a Marathon?
Description: On April 18, 2011, the 115th running of the Boston Marathon takes place. Lace up your running shoes and jog on over to Wonderopolis, as we take a long look at the marathon!
Thinkfinity Partner: Wonderopolis
Grade Span: K,PreK,1,2,3,4,5

Title: Tell a Migration Story...with Photos
Description: In this Xpeditions student activity, students take pictures that tell the story of their community's cultural heritage and the story of human migration that is unique to their area. They consider how they can tell a story with a sequence of photographs, and then put their thoughts into action by creating photo essays.
Standard(s):
[SS2010] GEOG (7) 4: Evaluate spatial patterns and the demographic structure of population on Earth's surface in terms of density, dispersion, growth and mortality rates, natural increase, and doubling time.

Subject: Arts - Photography - Social Studies - Geography
Title: Tell a Migration Story...with Photos
Description: In this Xpeditions student activity, students take pictures that tell the story of their community's cultural heritage and the story of human migration that is unique to their area. They consider how they can tell a story with a sequence of photographs, and then put their thoughts into action by creating photo essays.
Thinkfinity Partner: National Geographic Education
Grade Span: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12