New Resources ADDED to AMC Directory ~ Just In Time for the Holidays!
AMONCO
Tinker's Guild - The Amateur Scientist
For over seventy years, whenever students, teachers, or science enthusiasts
wanted to do cutting edge science at home, they turned to the pages of
Scientific American's popular column "The Amateur Scientist". The column has
inspired thousands of winning science fair projects and launched countless
careers in science and engineering. Now, the entire run of this world-famous
science resource is available on an easy-to-use CD-ROM.
Whether you want to extract DNA in your kitchen, shoot pictures of a comet,
grow microscopic organisms, construct your own laser or build a telescope, this
CD will give you the nuts-and-bolts tips you need to do real science at home or
in the classroom. There are over 1,100 projects covering every field of
science. Plus, we've added thousands of pages of extra tips and hints on
everything from raising tadpoles to making your own glassware. A built-in
search engine and browsable indexes makes finding projects a snap. All projects
are rated for cost, difficulty, subject matter, and potential hazards. No
wonder computer columnist John Bollinger called this product "the science deal
of the century". Visit http://www.tinkersguild.com/
for details.
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GEOGRAPHY MATTERS
Help make learning fun and memorable with quality hands-on geography and
history materials from GEOGRAPHY MATTERS.
For more than 13 years, owners, Josh and Cindy Wiggers have been developing and
publishing quality geography and history resources to instill a love for
learning in children. Their unique style of outline maps are available in a
variety of sizes in paper or laminated for creative write on-wipe off
activities. Their other user-friendly geography resources include: award
winning Uncle Josh's Outline Map Book and CD-ROM, the Trail Guide series of
teacher's manuals - Trail Guide to World Geography and Trail Guide to U.S.
Geography (available spring 2003) - and the award winning The Ultimate
Geography and Timeline Guide.
Their mission to make learning fun and memorable, is further advanced by
hands-on history products. Parents and teachers help bring perspective to any
study of history by having students make their own time line with the laminated
Timeline of History and color-coded Historical Timeline Figures.
Check out the web site mascot, Geobit, and his answers to a plethora of
geography questions submitted by kids of all ages. For questions, product
samples, articles, helpful teaching hints, and ordering information visit the
web site at www.geomatters.com or e-mail in...@geomatters.com.
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VitaSay
As parents, we all know that feeling of pride, hope and excitement when our
children say their first words. That excitement can soon turn to concern if a
child begins to struggle with speech. A new speech and language learning
program, called VitaSay, is a series of CD's and language activity cards for
parents to use with their children. VitaSay uses the voices and language
patterns of real children to teach and motivate your child towards better
speech.
Each CD and language activity set is targeted towards a different stage of a
child's development, from womb sounds, to the early infant & toddler stage, to
the developing language patterns of 2 thru 4 year olds.
VitaSay works by having your child listen to normal speech and vocal sounds
from children near their own age. By using children's voices instead of adults,
VitaSay takes advantage of our children's natural ability to mimic their peers.
VitaSay also includes interactive sessions between parent and child that expand
upon the real speech models learned on the CD's. This has rewards for both the
parent and child, allowing the parent to participate in the child's development
and providing the child with recognition for his or her achievements. Teachers,
parents and children have all begun to notice significant results from the
VitaSay system. Visit http://www.vitasay.com today!
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Wildridge Education
Looking for dynamic cross-disciplinary software to challenge students? Our
award-winning software gets students to look beyond the facts of the subjects
they learn and ask the question, "Why?"
Improve understanding of math concepts through our software titles that
effectively integrate traditional teaching and technology.
Math & Music, a 2001 Fall Parents' Choice Silver honor winner, emphasizes the
practical value of fundamental math skills by relating these skills to the
basic elements of music. The program relates such topics as ratios to the
musical scale and the physics of sound waves to the music we hear.
Math & the Cosmos, a 2002 Association of Educational Publishers award finalist,
captivates even the most reluctant learner by teaching essential math skills
while exploring the connections between mathematics, astronomy, physics, Greek
literature and history.
Included on the CD-ROM:
* Interactive lessons
* Textbook, math workbook, student and teacher guides
* Study questions and hands-on projects
* Internet activities and vocabulary
* Tests and record-keeping
For a FREE product demo call Toll-free: 1.888.244.4379 or sign-up online
www.wildridge.com. Questions? E-mail: Angela at aba...@wildridge.com.
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Everyday Art for Kids
The Everyday Art for Kids site offers art projects for kids of all ages, with
step by step instructions and photos. You will also find all kinds of useful
art information, including how to put on a Family Art Night in your school.
Click here at http://www.everydayart.com/doart.html for some free holiday
crafts! There is a Teacher's Page for classroom teachers and homeschoolers,
with lessons in color theory, drawing skills, and more. Click on
http://www.everydayart.com/store.html this page for some wonderful gifts as
well!
Artware by You
Fundraising with Art Awareness
As an advocate of the arts, ArtWare by You provides schools and organizations
programs that enable you to raise money while building your student's
self-esteem and inspiring their creative abilities.
Have you ever considered using a fundraising program in your school or
homeschool co-op, but aren't sure how it works? ArtWare will lead you through
the fundamentals and help you get started. See
http://artwarebyyou.com/html/how_works.html
Each students' artwork is showcased on the beautiful products that they offer -
students see that their work is worthy of being transformed into a permanent
keepsake. Visit http://artwarebyyou.com/html/fundraising.html
for complete details. Learn TODAY how you can use this program in your school.
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Crayon By Number
If your kids have ever wanted to draw lifelike portraits, you might be
interested in the CrayonByNumber CD-ROM.
Here's how it works:
* Scan in any photo
* On the computer screen, adjust the complexity of the drawing to match the
artist's skill.
* Print out a "paint-by-number style" outline on your printer.
* Kids color it in with CRAYONS for a lifelike self portrait (takes 1-3
hours).
With this CD-ROM, you can chronicle a child's appearance year after year. Not
only that, but each drawing will demonstrate his/her increasing artistic
competency. Completed CrayonByNumber drawings also make great personalized
holiday gifts for kids to give parents, friends, etc.
In the classroom, CrayonByNumber projects can serve as vehicles to
discuss/demonstrate: Color theory, Art techniques, Art History, etc.
For more information, please visit http://www.crayonbynumber.com
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Delta Education
For more than 30 years, Delta Education has provided quality, proven, hands-on
science and math products for grades PreK-9. Delta Education is the publisher
and distributor of the most popular and successful inquiry-based programs,
including
* FOSS (Full Option Science System)
* (DSM)Delta Science Modules
* SCIS 3+ (Science Curriculum Improvement Study)
* Science in a Nutshell mini-kits
* Math in a Nutshell mini-kits
* PreK Discovery Kits
For product information, ordering instructions, or to request a FREE catalog,
call 800-258-1302 or log on to www.delta-education.com.
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Fun With Languages
Fun With Languages is founded on the belief that language is the single most
important gift we give our children and grandchildren. We recognize how
important it is for you to nurture and encourage your child's developing
language skills.
Throughout the Video and DVD we used art, music, puppets, words and rhymes to
introduce babies and toddlers to 2 different languages at the same time in an
easy and FUN way. You do not have to be bilingual to enjoy the program because
we specifically created the program to be a teaching aid for parents and
grandparents.
"Whether you are English-speaking and want to introduce your child to another
language, or trying to teach your children-or yourself-English as a second
language, our program is designed to make learning language exciting and fun,"
says Rick Hinds. "Our philosophy is that as the United States becomes more
richly diverse, with Hispanic, Asian and other ethnic groups growing in size,
all of our children will be better prepared for the future if they learn other
languages now. "For questions, product samples, articles, helpful teaching
hints, and ordering information visit the web site at www.funwithlanguages.com
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Gardens 4 KidsTM
Gardens 4 KidsTM - http://www.gardens4kids.com offers a complete line of themed
garden kits, gardening products, seasonal newsletters and garden project
information for children of all ages and abilities that are fun, unusual and
inspiring. All theme gardens have the ability to enhance curriculum for any
grade level. Our themed garden kits have been successfully planted by many
homes and schools across the country. We also provide consulting for schools
and residences relating to the implementation of a children's garden.
All garden kits have been specially designed by Jane Dobbs a Master Gardener,
to encourage and provide a unique opportunity for children to experience an
appreciation for the wonders of our natural world within a garden environment.
Our goal is to provide a successful gardening experience for all involved. Each
kit includes information about seed starting, planting, aftercare, planning for
the harvest and tips for educators/parents when planting with children.
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Kids Can Make It.com
Few things are better than hearing a child say "Look what I made!" Here at
KidsCanMakeIt.com, we are dedicated to skill building for children. We provide
ideas, inspiration, and help for projects and activities which kids can be
proud of. While most of the tasks in the activities may be accomplished by a
child alone, adult help and guidance is required for others.
Please visit our site often, as we are always publishing new and exciting
projects and activities. The sections of our site (woodworking, science &
nature, cooking, arts & crafts, and sewing) are all outlets for creativity that
use different mediums. The creativity these activities unleash have untold
benefit to a child's education and understanding of the world as they grow to
understand the various materials that surround them (texture, strengths,
dimensions, uses, etc.) We encourage everyone to actively interact with our
site through the Discussion Forum or email. Visit
http://www.kidscanmakeit.com today for instructions for free projects as well
unique, educational gifts for your children.
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MRS. MUSIC ENT
Barbara Klaskin Harris, better known as Mrs. Music, has written a thorough and
fun set of music plans which will take you and your young children through many
months of musical activities.
Included in "The Best Music Lesson Plans, Ever!" are instructions on how to
begin to play instruments such as the trombone and violin, as well as lessons
on how to conduct with a baton and even how to start to write music. There are
lessons devoted to everything from singing Folk Songs to listening and dancing
to Classical works by Mozart and Haydn.
The best part about "The Best Music Lesson Plans Ever!" is that the 24 page
book comes complete with a CD featuring ALL THE MUSIC NEEDED TO TEACH THE
LESSONS!
Contact Mrs. Music by e-mailing her at MRSMU...@aol.com
When ordering, don't forget to ask for their two popular CDs: "It's Holiday
Time" and "Celebrating Children." Both albums are available through
Kidzmusic.net, Amazon.com or from Mrs. Music.
To read more about Mrs. Music please go to www.Yahoo.com and search for Barbara
Klaskin Harris.
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AlphaSongs
AlphaSongs is a collection of 26 original songs, one for each letter in the
alphabet, designed to help beginning readers master the sounds of the alphabet
letters.
Produced from an adult perspective in styles ranging from blues to rock to
country, it has been called the first adult-friendly children's album. Whether
viewed as kid's music for grown-ups or grown-up music for kids, this is not
your standard children's fare.
Written and performed by songwriter/kindergarten teacher, Greg Whitfield, along
with some of the premiere musicians of Austin, Texas, AlphaSongs takes the
listener on an unforgettable journey through the alphabet. The stories and
characters encountered along the way leave children with a concrete memory of
each letter and its sounds. As these songs build phonemic awareness in young
readers, the effect on reading fluency is startling.
http://www.stairway.bc.ca/alphasongs/home.html
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The Play House Toy Store
Welcome to the delightful world of educational toys. The Play House Toy Store
is pleased to offer an assortment of fine toys from around the world. At The
Play House, our mission is to bring you the highest quality toys that are both
educational and fun.
Some of the product lines we carry include Alex, Brio, Learning Curve, Ty,
Playmobil, Corolle Dolls, Goetz Dolls, Curiosity Kits, Creativity for Kids,
Steiff, Gund, Learning Resources, Scientific Explorer and many more unique
companies. Visit http://www.playhousetoys.com/ today!
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Razzmatazz for Kids is based in Canada.
Both of the Razzmatazz for Kids recordings can be used to enhance creativity,
physical activity, musical experience, language exposure and other types of
learning. The lively, rhythmic, music inspires joyful participation in
toddlers, pre-schoolers, and the younger elementary grades. Sandy and T.C. sing
the original and traditional songs, which range from the wacky to the sublime,
with children's voices on some songs. Acoustic instruments, such as guitar,
fiddle, mandolin, banjo, accordion, and all types of percussion create the
rich, natural sound that fills both of these recordings. Keyboard, electric
bass, electric guitar, and drums accompany some of the songs.
In "Suitcase full of Songs", (available in CD), the children flap their arms
and cluck like chickens in "The Chicken Pox Blues", and become fiddles in
"Dum-Dee-Di-Dee-Diddily-Do". In "Razzmatazz for Kids" (self titled, available
in cassette), the kids get involved shaking ("The Crazy Shakedown"), hugging
("Going to My Grandma's), and walking, riding bikes and blasting off to the
moon ("Get Your Feet A'Walkin'"). Both recordings have some French and Hebrew
songs. Parents and kids alike enjoy the music and the fun on these recordings.
Visit http://www.razzmatazz.ns.ca/
Be sure to see Razzmatazz for Kids perform LIVE! Below is their upcoming
schedule.
2002
November 22: 10:30 a.m.; 1:00 p.m., Talahassee Community School, Eastern
Passage, Nova Scotia
Nobember 23: 6:30 p.m., Showcase, Tourism Industry of Nova Scotia, Westin
Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia
November 29: 10:30 a.m., Robert K Turner School, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
December 1: 1:30 p.m., Michelin Social Club, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
December 8: 1:30 p.m., Michelin Social Club, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
December 15: 1:30 p.m., Maritime Paper Products, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
December 20: 9:15 a.m., Grosvenor-Wentworth Park School, Halifax, Nova
Scotia
December 20: 1:00 p.m., Hilden School, Brookfield, Nova Scotia
2003
February 7: 10:45 a.m., Rockingstone Heights School, Spryfield, Nova Scotia
February 28: Shelburne and Area Arts Council, Shelburne, Nova Scotia
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Rose Petal
Nautical Jewelry & Gifts of Cape Cod
Kits for Kids and Those
Who Want to Be
Learn the crafts all sailors know. Children will love the hands-on approach
that our kits offer. We're giving away the age-old secret. The Ship in a Bottle
Kit has everything packed tightly in a wonderful wood box. Instructions, plans,
a specially blown bottle, feasible assembly. Includes empty bottle, pre-carved
ghip's hull, wood for masts and spars, wire, sails, wood for stand and more.
Knot experts tell us we have the best rope available anywhere. That, and all
those people out there who want to learn how to tie a knot... What's more
logical than to fill a wood box with lots of rope? And include an instruction
book full of diagrams about everyday knots, sailor's knots, and ornamental
knots. The knot tying stand, consisting of a base holding upright sailor
painted pegs, is whimsical and fun and included in the Learn the Ropes Kit
Visit http://store.yahoo.com/rosepetal/ to see the complete line
of products available!
All of the above organizations contributed to the new FREE Fall/Winter 2002
Hands On Creative Lesson Planning Newsletter. Read it free online by visiting
http://www.amonco.org Click on the colorful Fall/Winter 2002 Creative Hands On
Lesson Planning newsletter viewable at http://www.amonco.org
Frances Henderson, Manager
American Montessori Consulting
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