Useful links
The links below are useful for social studies, general research, and
school-based programs. Enjoy!
A link back to home
Park Middle School
Home of one of the best newspapers around
NY Times
A fun game that lets you take on the role of a candidate and campaign to win
the presidential election! Try it with two players at home, or just play by
yourself! Remember, the simulation does a
good job of showing the campaign process, but the game does not reflect the
real-life opinions of the Republicans, Democrats, or voters in each state.
eLECTIONS Simulation
A great search engine that allows you to type in a specific question that you have
Ask Jeeves for Kids
PBS's Lewis and Clark Expedition Site--This site contains a variety of
activities and sources related to Lewis and Clark's famous exploration of the
Louisiana Territory. Click on "Into the Unknown" for an interactive journey
of the trail in which you get to play the role of Meriwether Lewis himself!
Into the Unknown
A site that has useful information about key topics in U.S. History, as well
as links to additional resources
US History.org
Provides links to primary sources on a host of topics in U.S. and world history
Primary Sources on the Web
Includes useful information about the war that started our nation, as well as
an interactive tour and games
Virtual Marching Tour of the American Revolution
Career Quiz--Take the Holland Code Quiz to find out what careers may interest
you and match your abilities and talents! (Good for 7th grade advisory)
Holland Code Quiz
Use this site to learn more about New Jersey's state government, including the
office of Governor. (There are also some games available at other links on
this site!)
NJ Government Hangout Site for Kids
A link to instructions and videos on how to create a podcast! This site is
especially useful for 7th grade advisory.
Mr. Picciottoli's Pocasting 101