Monday, July 9, 2007

Fun Curriculum Add-Ons from HomeschoolFreeStuff

Language Arts

Lateral (Creative) Thinking Skills
Truly good for children of all ages (you have to help the younger ones), this worksheet and lesson plans will help your child learn develop their lateral thinking skills.


Math

Teach Probability
This is a great worksheet along with lessons (answer key included) to help your child with basic probability.

Colorful Smallest Number (3) Worksheets
This is a collection of colorful worksheets that you can print out and use to help your 1st grader. There are several sets your can print.

Four digit magic squares funsheets. (Addition)
The best part is that you can hit refresh, and you get a whole new worksheet. Create an unlimited supply!

The Disappearing Cookies Mystery Math Challenge
This is a fun story with a math challenge for your child. It is presented in a delightful story you and your child can read together. It is designed to get your child to think about how to solve problems. There is a complete Parent Guide to help you too!


Science

The Ultimate Cell Biology Guide
Camillo Golgi the great cell biologist was born this week in history. So in his honor, here is one of the best cell biology online guides.

Free Comic - What really happened to Apollo 13?
Was it doomed from the launch? What really went on inside? Read on, and find out about this daring rescue!

Tense? Compressed?
Print this fun challenge to learn about physics concepts. Perfect for all age kids.

What's the secret of suspension?
A suspension bridge's cables are beautiful to look at, but they also enable the bridge to cross large spans. Make a model suspension bridge to see how it works. Print out this fun challenge and start building with stuff around the house!

Build-An-Animal Online Game
This is a great online game to learn about habitats and animals.


Social Studies

Family Day
You and your children can celebrate Family Day this week by discovering and creating your own family tree. You can also explore other famous family trees.