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At 6:11pm on November 8, 2010, Michael Romine said…: I've never seen MicroWorlds before. I'll have to check it out. Thanks for the resource.

If you know of any Reading Comprehension or English Grammar programs, please let me know.

thanks.

At 5:38pm on October 27, 2010, Michael Romine said…: I use a lot of different resources in the creation of my curriculum.

All of my students (2nd – 6th) work on Math and Reading skills. The books I use go from Kindergarten all the way to sixth grade. You can order a copy of the reproducible books here: http://productsearch.barnesandnoble.com/search/results.aspx?store=book&SID=535348

I also find these units of study of use: http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/GiftedandTalented/EducatorResources/default.htm

Once the students reach 4th grade, I allow them to do one of the following:
1. Robotics – I use the Lego Mindstorms for my robotics course. They have several books that are great for the students to use. I recommend for starters (it is a little pricy, but well worth the money): http://www.legoeducation.us/store/detail.aspx?CategoryID=178&by=9&ID=1578&c=1&t=0&l=0

2. Forensic Science – I use this kit (they have other subjects as well) http://www.commlearning.com/Forensic_science_CSI_for_kids_middle_school_after_school_lab_program_supplies_study_curriculum_lessson_plan_kit

3. Computer Game design – I use the Scratch program created by MIT. Go to this website: www.scratch.mit.edu as well as the teacher resource site: http://scratched.media.mit.edu/

I also find for history that this site has some great activities: http://www.learningthroughhistory.com/

Hope this stuff helps.