| Vdictionary_com Searchable English language dictionary shows results in synonym sets. |
| Webster\'s_Unabridged_Dictionary_of_1913 Forms version. Allows browsing headwords. |
| Word_Sytes Use this online dictionary to search for definitions in WordNet, Webster's and many other databases. |
| WordIQ_Dictionary Searchable definitions available in a variety of dictionaries including Webster's, a legal dictionary, a dream dictionary, and an encyclopedia. |
| The_Wordsworth_Compendium Program containing over 516,000 English words and phrases to solve word puzzles. Useful for the search and manipulation of words in all aspects of logological activities. |
| ABC_Feelings,_Inc_ Offers books, tapes, games, and posters designed to help children recognize and express their feelings. |
| Act_II_Books_and_Puppets Features childrens books and Folkmanis puppets as well as videos and books. |
| The_Apris_Group A municipal lease purchase bidding advisory service dedicated to getting the lowest rates available for each district. Site includes an overview of services, bidding history, and client resources. |
| Banking_On_Kids Teaches young students about banking concepts, interest rates and the importance of saving. Also gives students a real-world experience by allowing them to operate a real bank using real money. |
| Brain_Gym Offers books, tapes, and CDs regarding physical activities that have been shown in enhance concentration and cognitive and learning abilities. |
| Educational_Activities,_Inc_ Books, audio and video for early childhood through education. |
| Educational_Insights Wide ranging educational products for use both at home and in school. |
| ExploreLearning_com Offers a catalog of modular, interactive [Shockwave] simulations in math and science for teachers and students in grades 6-12. 30 day free trial, annual paid subscription required after that. |
| Fluency_Today Basic French and German business language training from downloadable audio and text programs. |
| Fonts_4_Teachers Offers manuscript, cursive, and D'Nealian-style fonts for learning handwriting; phonetic symbol font; and math and ASL-symbol fonts. |
| FreeWay_Foundation Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, they are a fully chartered non-profit organization that provides educational programs to schools, churches, and other secular and Christian-based organizations, a |
| Guidance_Channel_Marketplace Offers curriculum, videos, volunteer appreciation items, mental health materials for therapists and counselors, and various items for special needs education. |
| K-12_Teaching_&_Learning_Center A member-supported resource for K-12 educators, students and families. Includes over 1,200 different subject guides, and new guides are being added daily. |
| Kaplanco_com Markets classroom materials, outdoor equipment, and children's furniture for infant through elementary classrooms. Products focus enabling children to learn through exploration and play. |
| Keystage123 Markets software and CD-ROMs related to UK exams. |
| Kinder_Magic Children's software company, producing math, science, economy, and theatre software and videos. Includes online ordering. |
| Leaf_Critters Company whose goal is to inspire the love of trees and leaves. Offers a book with tree and leaf basics. |
| Learning_through_an_Expanded_Arts_Program A not-for-profit educational services organization working with 450 schools, museums, shelters and community organizations in the Northeast. |
| Learning_Wrap-ups Includes directions, success stories, list of dealers and an explanation of tool's effectiveness. |
| Legacy_Products,_Inc_ Offers health education products (manikins and adapters/overlays) to assist in explaining medical procedures or diseases and their treatments. |
| Media_Training_Corporation Training materials to improve English language and intercultural skills. |
| Newspaper_in_Education An international program begun in 1955 to advance the use of newspapers in schools. Includes news and information for students and teachers. |
| Newswise Subscription-based service designed to improve literacy and critical thinking and encourage discussion using newspaper stories. Six free issues available online. |
| Paine_Learning_Aids_Center Offers educational material from a broad range of suppliers. The items can be searched by supplier or by description. |
| Resource_Room_Store Produces multisensory resources to help with literature comprehension, math and phonics skills. |
| Roberts_&_Meck,_Inc__Classroom_Furniture Dealer for classroom, auditorium, cafeteria, library, computer furniture, stage curtains, and window shades. |
| School_Datebooks Create customized planning calendars for elementary schools, middle- and high schools, and colleges. |
| School_Express Interactive learning games, free printables, and software as well as an extensive library of theme resources available to paid subscribers. |
| School_Mathematics_Project Textbooks and other teaching materials for the UK secondary age range and in-service courses for teachers. |
| School_Specialty_Activity_Center Subscription service provides access to more than 10,000 Mc-Graw Hill activities, skill sheets, and practice tests in downloadable PDF format. |
| Synchronopedia_Timeline_Reference_Wall_Charts Offers wall charts and posters of historical themes including inventions, discoveries and women in history. |
| Teach_with_Movies Online learning guides for cinematic movies. [Paid subscription required.] |
| Teachers_and_Families Subscription site offers educational activities for pre-school, study units for K-12 students and information for parents. |
| TeachingCatalogs_com Provides information about more than two dozen suppliers of educational materials and links through which to request catalogs. |
| Textbook_Activities Browse by subject for classroom activities that directly correlate with K-12 textbooks. |
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