Second Grade Websites
Websites to explore, use for projects and much more!!
Best Websites to Feed the Brain!
You will be able to use this document for Websites which search for various topics. The next section of websites are great for different Social Studies and Science projects. Good Luck and remember to use the research links for help with the research steps, note cards and citations.
DISCUS for KIDS
Search multiple databases using DISCUS Kids SmartSearch. Resources include Tumblebooks, Magic School Bus, Britannica Elementary, Kids InfoBits, Explora, CultureGrams, Animal Kingdom, Biography in Context, and BrainPOP Jr. The current DISCUS username and password may be required for home use.
KidRex Search Engine
A general Kid friendly search engine for various topics. It is fun and safe search for kids, by kids. It uses Google Safe Search technology.
PebbleGo
PebbleGo is designed for K-3 students and emergent readers. It is packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities.
Native American Heritage
Learning about the Native Americans. Use these websites to learn about the Native American tribes and their contributions to our country's heritage.
Native American Stories & TV Show
Here is a list of Native American picture books and Molly of Denali (PBS) episodes.
Native American knowledge
Search on this all inclusive website to find information and pictures on Native Americans and the regions in which they live everyday! The regional links are located at the bottom of the screen. Don't forget to cite your source.
Best Native American Websites
Here is a Resource list of various websites from: Native American Facts for Kids, the Library of Congress, Kidzworld.com and many others.
The Wax Museum
Whether they set out to change the world as a leader, athlete, musician, explorer, etc., they all became famous icons in world history. Discover the stories about their biographical journeys.
Biographies-Let's get Started!
Here are the biographies of various historically significant people.
KidsClick!
This website - Kid Clicks will automatically deliver safe search results powered by Google every time you conduct a search.
Biographies for Kids
From the Garden of Praise website, students who are seeking a deeper search for facts about famous people.
Weather...Just the Facts
These websites emphasize the role that clouds play in determining the weather.
What will the weather be?
Click this weather webpage for clouds and the weather that they will bring to your day.
Clouds but no Meatballs!
Find out with this most popular Weather Wizkids website.
BrainPop Video for Clouds
Sometimes you want to watch the action and write down your facts. BrainPop gives you that chance. Just ask for the login and password information from the media center staff.
Animals, Biomes and Ecosystems
Exploring our natural resources can be enhanced with these online resources.
World Book Online
Search World Book Student (3-4) to find information on biomes and a variety of topics! Pictures, maps, and a dictionary are included. A username and password is required.
Major Biomes of the World
Descriptions of each biome including tundra, forests, grasslands, mountains, etc. from FactMonster.com
Virtual trips
OPES Media Center
Email: adurham@lexrich5.org
Website: http://www.lexrich5.org/webpages/mopes/index.cfm
Location: 1 Riverbottom Road, Irmo, SC, United States
Phone: (803) 476-4107