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Website reviews for social studies

68 results
  • Review
    Goodreads

    Mostly safe spot for teens to share their love of books.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Quizlet

    Student-created flashcards are a mixed bag.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    SweetSearch

    Student search engine gives kids credible, relevant results.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Historypin

    Cool history project empowers teens to connect and share.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    findingDulcinea

    Collection of credible info is a great research tool.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Maggie's Earth Adventures

    Save the planet with these terrific learning activities.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    CNN Student News

    News site for kids has access to adult articles and topics.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Thirteen Ed Online

    PBS site for kids and adults has learning for everyone.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Curating Change

    Stories of strong women highlight positive role models.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    The Ozone Hole

    Mediocre design buries useful ozone layer facts.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Asia Society

    News and culture site helps teens build global awareness.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    ABCya!

    Fun games site for grades K-5 has lots of learning choices.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Virtual Piggy

    Parent-monitored site introduces kids to online shopping.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    MeetMeAtTheCorner.org

    YouTube alternative helps kids make and view quality videos.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Your Commonwealth

    A global community of civic-minded young people.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Budget Hero

    Game challenges players to balance federal budget.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    BrainPOP

    Videos and activities are fun, accurate, and valuable.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    AsktheJudge.info

    Retired judge talks kids' rights and the law.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Biz Kid$

    Kids teach other kids how to control their financial and entrepreneurial futures on this upbeat site.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Kiva

    Micro-loan site gives everyone the chance to help.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Habitat for Humanity

    Affordable housing charity shows kids how to get involved.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    iCivics

    Engaging games give kids safe, smart civics lessons.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    5
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    SPARK

    Nonprofit site fights the media's objectification of girls.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    4
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Smarthistory

    Multimedia presentation makes art history come to life.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Mobilize.org

    Nonprofit site that empowers Millennials to get involved.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2012)