New Activities

Lady in White
An 8-part serial story about two little girls who see a mysterious woman dressed in white get off the train in their small town. Who is she?

Who Said That
Bi-weekly, we'll post a quotation from a famous author, poet, musician, etc., along with a little bit about their life.

Page one Prime
A look at the background of a story in the news. There are links for students to read more, along with learning activities.

Newsie K-3
News videos, polling, and a writing activity for young readers in kindergarten through third grade. Updated weekly.

Pig Skin Jr.
For lower grades: Quizzes and supplements touch on geography. location, movement, human/environment interactions and regions.

Kid Scoop
Kid Scoop creates weekly activity pages on a variety of topics. Students will enjoy puzzles and games while they absorb the knowledge Kid Scoop's activities provide.

Apple Slice
Students can complete the news Activity Sheet and hand it in. These also make great homework assignments. Updated weekly.

Quote of the Day
Students can read the quote and see how it relates to real life. Terrific inspirational writing assignment or journal prompt.

Pig Skin Geography
Quizzes and supplements touch on geography. location, movement, human/environment interactions and regions.

Liberty Pole
This story, based on a true event, will give students a unique perspective on the
Revolutionary War.

Equation Station
Weekly we post a math mystery related to topics in the news. Equation Station features math mysteries for all grade levels!

Tab of the Month
Tab of the Month is a new multi-page document on various topics, such as drug awareness, college prep, communication and more!

Word of the Day
Here students will learn a new word and find it in the news. Great for building SAT vocabulary!

Comparing the News
Here's a brief story from today's news along with a writing assignment. Updated daily.

Word Builder
Bi-weekly we'll post crossword puzzles on current newspaper topics for up to two grade levels – elementary, middle and high school.

Secret Life Serial
This mystery takes place in 1914. Times are hard for Susan's family, so they take in a mysterious boarder.

Around the Globe
This daily feature enables students to read and/or hear a news story and to see where on the globe it is happening. It's a fascinating tool, a great writing assignment and totally cool.

Write in the News
This is a weekly in-depth writing assignment with comprehensive instructions.

Lesson Plans A la Mode

ENVIROFacts
ENVIROfacts promotes environmental awareness on subjects like pollution, carbon footprints, green living, recycling and much more!