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Know your world

Country Facts featuring nearly 200 countries, plus every U.S. state and Canadian province.

Each includes colorful maps, flag, population statistics, government information, languages spoken, economic data, and history. From the main page, select Country Facts on the Features section to the right.

SIRS

Your students have been exposed to many teachable moments this year, especially if studying about earthquakes. Find an article on the tsunami tragedy.

NOTICE how the articles are arranged by dates and relevance.

After finding an article, click on the apple icon to receive similar topics and

Hyperlinks to expand the search.

SEARCHASAURUS

Click on the words "fun fact" by the volcano.

This is a good way to get the students to explore different aspects of Searchasaurus.

This resource is especially good for LEARNING SUPPORT because it is easy to use, easy to read, and does not talk down to them.

NOVELIST

You've just finished reading a book aloud to your students. They're clamoring for more!!

Use “Teacher Resources”

HINT: You are looking for reviews that make comparisons.

USE the cheat sheet handouts for details.

QUICK SEARCH is an option

NOVELIST

Find a book SIMILAR to one you've read and enjoyed.

USE: Cheat sheet.

USE: the Access PA link found on the left hand frame (bottom)

To locate it in ACCESS PA.

Print out the form and hand it to your favorite librarian

                  (You'll get a treat :)

NOVELIST

Find a book discussion guide to share with a colleague.

What are some of the features in the guide that you find useful?

Facts for Learning

Five different resources are featured in this WONDERFUL resource.

Conduct a sample search on a topic recently taught to see how the pop up grid classifies and color codes the results. It's easy to see hits from:

• Magazine
• Almanac
• Encyclopedia
• Book

Facts for Learning

Work with a partner to do the

World's Easiest Quiz

There are only ten questions…

                 (You'll get a treat :)

Facts for Learning

EXPLORE :

• TIMELINES

Discuss with a partner one way you could incorporate Facts for Learning in your curriculum.