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Learn about languages around the globe with Langscape (langscape.umd. edu). With nearly 7,000 listed, zoom to any spot on the globe and see what languages are natively spoken there. Click on the name to display basic information about the language and its speakers, including sounds and recordings, references, and texts.
The Biology Corner (biologycorner. com) contains lessons, quizzes, worksheets, labs, webquests, and information for all levels on various biology subjects. Explore anatomy, cell biology, evolution, ecology, and more. Search by keyword and topic, or simply browse the lessons on the homepage.
Smudge’s Early Science (stormeducational.co.uk/prev/science/) is a selection of interactive lessons on simple science concepts. Categories include ‘Animals and Plants’, ‘Properties of Materials’, and ‘About Sound’. Select the one you want and click to play. Each activity comes with instructions, options and reporting.
The United Nation’s website section Children (un.org/en/global-issues/ children) explores global issues from a young person’s perspective. From Human Rights and Ending Poverty to Refugees and Water, there are resources, information and links on a range of issues and challenges for children worldwide.
For all things science try Science Buddies (sciencebuddies.org). This site is jam-packed with resources covering classic and innovative STEM-related learning. These include videos, activities, experiments, lesson plans, science fair tools, and classroom kits. Search by project, topic or age grade.
Whether it’s explaining facilitated diffusion or catching criminals with gel electrophoresis, BioMan Biology (youtube.com/c/BioManBiology) is a YouTube channel that has engaging videos and animations for learning about biology. It’s an extension of the BioMan Biology learning games and simulations website (biomanbio.com).
As well as being one of the world most recognisable buildings, the Sydney Opera House’s Schools (sydneyoperahouse.com/learn/schools. html) offers a range of fun digital teaching activities. Check out a video that uncovers the mathematical concepts behind the building’s design or a podcast on developing kids’ musical understanding.
Why are bees important? What can you do to help look after these precious pollinators? The Bee Cause Project (thebeecause.org) has created digital resources for educators to teach about how to support and protect honeybees, and even set up your own hive. These include videos, guides, lesson plans, and virtual field trips.
From Seacoast Science Center, Your Learning Connection (bit.ly/ yourlearningconnection) has a library of lesson packs. There are currently 27. Each explore four themes – Get Outside!, Our Ocean, STEM Activities, and Art & Nature – and comes with downloadable materials, interactives, and links.
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