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Internet Links for Teachers

Here are some resource links that are especially helpful for teachers.

Internet Links for Teachers

Museums & Zoos

Exploratorium: The Museum of Science, Art and Human Perception

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Explore cooking, gardening, music, and much more through the eyes of science. Take special note of the: Hands-on Science activities, the Digital Library including movies, streaming media, and audio files, and the Learning Resources Collection, a searchable database of K-12 activities.

Museum of Science and Industry

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Trying to plan a trip to Chicago? Work through the museum’s trip planner and calendar of events. Watch baby chicks hatching or learn how to build an electric motor with the Online Science videos, activities and podcasts.

National Gallery of Art

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Visit NGA’s Education section to find online resources for teachers and students, including interactive lesson plans. Educators may access these resources by curriculum, topic, or artist. Don’t miss NGA Kids’ Art Zone, which contains several interactive art activities.

San Diego Zoo

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San Diego Zoo’s website is home of some of the best live animal cams and videos. The Zoo Blogs, written by zoo keepers and zoologists across the world, give students insight into the inner workings of zoos and animal care. Students will want to check out Kid Territory, which contains animal-themed crafts and recipes, science experiments, job profiles, and games.

Smithsonian

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The world’s largest museum’s site offers students games, interactive adventures, activities, and IdeaLabs – online learning explorations on subjects such as the moon, our presidents, and starting collections. Educators will find searchable lesson plans and a searchable resource library full of online exhibits.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

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Teachers will find contests, classroom resources, field trip information, professional development opportunities, and how to sign up for the Teacher Club. Also available online are learning games for ages K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

The Franklin Institute

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One of the oldest museums in America, located in Philadelphia and named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, The Franklin Institute contains a variety of learning resources for students and teachers.

Visit Indiana

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Attention fourth grade Indiana history teachers! This website has lists of all the museums, attractions, historic sites, and festivals in Indiana. Other useful pages include Indiana Facts and Resources and Famous Hoosiers.