Clip art licensed from the Clip Art Gallery on DiscoverySchool.com
Surrey students have a wonderful selection of district-sponsored online resources at their fingertips! From digital encyclopedias to online magazines, check them out here. A postcard with login information will be sent home with each student. Ask Ms. McQuillan if you need one!
OTHER RESOURCES TO CHECK OUT:
ENCYCLOPEDIAS
The Canadian Encyclopedia -- "the most comprehensive and authoritative source of information on all things Canadian."
World Book Online Encyclopedia -- The Surrey School District has recently purchased a license for this excellent resource. Students may access this site from home as well as school with the login and password information provided to them by their teacher. Students, check out the World Book Kids section for easy-to-navigate information organized by subject and form.
Encyclopedia of BC
MAPS and GEOGRAPHY
The Atlas of Canada -- online collection of thematic maps and information about Canada
The CIA World Factbook
A fabulous online almanac
Mapquest -- find maps and directions to just about anywhere.
Google Earth - map, aerial, and street views
The Vancouver Weather Page
A great site for local weather information, satellite photos, local weather web cameras, air quality information and earthquake reports.
MISCELLANEOUS
Factmonster -- this is an awesome website with loads of information on just about anything you can imagine. Whether you are researching for a project, wanting to brush up on your skills in a certain subject, looking for interesting trivia, or just out to have some fun, check out Factmonster!
Awesome Library -- lots of information and links to further resources in lots of different subject areas, some in different languages.
Calgary School District Education Links -- a great collection of links to information in many different subject areas.
National Geographic.com
An excellent source for science and nature facts
Intermediate French Language Lab
The BBC's great French language lab for kids, with sounds, lessons and printable material for teachers. Suitable for primary and intermediate students.
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VIRTUAL MUSEUMS!
These resources let you wander through the hallways and collections of real museums around the world, without having to leave your computer chair!
Teacher Tap
Virtual Library Museums Pages -- WOW! Instant access inside some of the best museums and galleries in the world. This is a fantastic resource. Some museums (like the British Museum) even have audio recordings to accompany the images and text and guide you through exhibits.
Virtual Museum of Canada -- K-12 virtual exhibits from the best museums and collections across Canada, as well as maps to and information about the museums for those who would like to visit them in person.
The Smithsonian -- U.S.A. institution of science, history, and art. View interactive exhibits at the Smithsonian and other linked museums.
Vancouver Art Gallery -- view examples of current and past exhibitions as well as permanent collections.
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LEARNING to READ
Starfall learn to read
Literacy Centre.net ~ Basic literacy in English & French
Sight Word Fun
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FUN STUFF
Edheads: virtual activities
Identify simple machines, complete knee surgery, do weather activities, and more...
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PUBLIC LIBRARY SITES
Surrey Public Library
Access Surrey Public Library Online Homework Help (Grades 6 and 7)
Vancouver Public Library
ENCYCLOPEDIAS
The Canadian Encyclopedia -- "the most comprehensive and authoritative source of information on all things Canadian."
World Book Online Encyclopedia -- The Surrey School District has recently purchased a license for this excellent resource. Students may access this site from home as well as school with the login and password information provided to them by their teacher. Students, check out the World Book Kids section for easy-to-navigate information organized by subject and form.
Encyclopedia of BC
MAPS and GEOGRAPHY
The Atlas of Canada -- online collection of thematic maps and information about Canada
The CIA World Factbook
A fabulous online almanac
Mapquest -- find maps and directions to just about anywhere.
Google Earth - map, aerial, and street views
The Vancouver Weather Page
A great site for local weather information, satellite photos, local weather web cameras, air quality information and earthquake reports.
MISCELLANEOUS
Factmonster -- this is an awesome website with loads of information on just about anything you can imagine. Whether you are researching for a project, wanting to brush up on your skills in a certain subject, looking for interesting trivia, or just out to have some fun, check out Factmonster!
Awesome Library -- lots of information and links to further resources in lots of different subject areas, some in different languages.
Calgary School District Education Links -- a great collection of links to information in many different subject areas.
National Geographic.com
An excellent source for science and nature facts
Intermediate French Language Lab
The BBC's great French language lab for kids, with sounds, lessons and printable material for teachers. Suitable for primary and intermediate students.
______________________________________________________
VIRTUAL MUSEUMS!
These resources let you wander through the hallways and collections of real museums around the world, without having to leave your computer chair!
Teacher Tap
Virtual Library Museums Pages -- WOW! Instant access inside some of the best museums and galleries in the world. This is a fantastic resource. Some museums (like the British Museum) even have audio recordings to accompany the images and text and guide you through exhibits.
Virtual Museum of Canada -- K-12 virtual exhibits from the best museums and collections across Canada, as well as maps to and information about the museums for those who would like to visit them in person.
The Smithsonian -- U.S.A. institution of science, history, and art. View interactive exhibits at the Smithsonian and other linked museums.
Vancouver Art Gallery -- view examples of current and past exhibitions as well as permanent collections.
______________________________________________________________________
LEARNING to READ
Starfall learn to read
Literacy Centre.net ~ Basic literacy in English & French
Sight Word Fun
_________________________________
FUN STUFF
Edheads: virtual activities
Identify simple machines, complete knee surgery, do weather activities, and more...
____________________________________
PUBLIC LIBRARY SITES
Surrey Public Library
Access Surrey Public Library Online Homework Help (Grades 6 and 7)
Vancouver Public Library