Math:
- Algebra I
- Here you will find a complete list of online materials that tie in with the math you are learning. You can also use Web Codes, printed right in your Prentice Hall Mathematics textbook, to go directly to any of the Assessments or Real-World Applications for your book.
- Brightstorm
- FREE math videos covering every topic in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Precalculus and Calculus
- IXL.com – Algebra and 8th Grade Math
- Practice makes perfect, and IXL makes math practice fun! IXL will track your score, and the questions will even increase in difficulty as you improve! IXL allows teachers and parents to monitor the progress of their students and motivate them through interactive games and practice questions.
- Visual Math Learning
- Visual Math Learning is a free interactive multimedia on-line tutorial for math students. Its first level, Numbers and Arithmetic, is a pre-Algebra course for middle-school age.
- Math Is Fun – Geometry, Pre-algebra and Algebra
Vocabulary:
- 8th Grade Vocabulary – Level C
- iWordsTM Audio, Games & Puzzles at Sadlier Oxford
Reading:
- Live Oak Public Libraries
- Summer Reading Lists
- Book Adventure!
- Read a Book, Take a Quiz, Earn a prize!
English:
- Houghton Mifflin English
- Grammar Blast, Bright Ideas for Writing
- How to Cite Sources
- Learn how to cite resources for projects.
- Writing a Blibliography: MLA Format
- Standard formats and examples for basic bibliographic information recommended by the Modern Language Association (MLA).
Social Studies:
- 8th Grade Social Studies
- Online Textbook
- Kids.gov
- Official Kids’ Porta for the US Government.
Science:
- 8th Grade Life Science
- You will find a host of worksheets, activities, project and research ideas, reference materials, and Internet links.
- Science Fair Central
- All you to need to about creating a science fair project. From Scientific Method to Topic Research to Presentation & Evaluation.
- WebElements
- was the first periodic table on the internet. Click on any element to get more information on each element.
- Inside a Cell
- Click on the cell to see description of each component.
Religion:
- We Believe by Sadlier
- Eighth Grade textbook activities ( interactive online games, chapter videos are an exciting way to review chapters), The Lives of the Saints, articles and other resources.
- Holy Spirit Interactive
- Think About It!, Growing Pains, Christian Music, Bible Geek, The Pope Speaks, Love and Life, Lighthouse, Daily Devotional, Prayer Corner, Animal Farm, Fun Guides
- Catholic Encyclopedia
Student Research Tools:
- Britannica Online
- Online Encyclopedia – Use the codes provided by our school to access the complete 32-volume Encyclopedia Britiannica.
- Teenspace Internet Public Library for Teens
- Effective Powerpoint Presentation Skills
- A powerpoint presentation by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Powerpoint viewer is necessary to view this presentation. Download Powerpoint Viewer (free).
- Awesome Library Directory of Search Engines
- Search the Web – Awesome Library organizes the Web with 33,000 carefully reviewed resources.
- EdHelper!
- Grade School Subjects, games, puzzles, classroom helpers, and more.
- KidsClick
- Web Search for kids by librarians.
- Kid Info!
- Homework and Student, Parent/Teacher Reference Resource!
- National Geographics Homework Help
- search One-Stop Research for pictures, articles, maps, etc. — perfect for reports, presentations, and more!
- Yahooligans
- Study Zone
- KNOWPLAY?
- Definitions, Thesuarus, Rhyming, Encyclopedia, Quotations, World Atlas, Quotations, Fine Artists, etc.
- Factmonster
- Homework Center, Atlas, Almanac, Timelines, Dictionary, and Encyclopedia.
Worthwhile surfing:
- Brainpop
- Mini movies and Facts on Science, Math, English, Social Studies and Health topics!
- ChessKIDS
- Learn chess at ChessKIDS academy
- Every Kids Games Rules!
- One-stop search for any Kids Games Rules you need!
- National Geographics for KIDS
- Videos, Stories, Games, Activities, Animals and Create your own Page!
- Exploratorium
- The museum of science, art and human perception
- Kids’ Place
- Kids’ games and activities for math, reading, language arts, social studies, and more!
- Know It All
- Homework Spot
- Homework Help, Science Fair Project Ideas, Math Help, Homework Helper
- Inside and Outside Games!