A Window to a Wider World
Posted in 8th Grade, Library News on Apr 2nd, 2012
If you are dying to fill your research basket with the wealth of information provided by the United States Government, be sure to start at http://www.gpoaccess.gov. Additional resources that may prove useful, when searching for Government Documents, include: University of Washington Libraries Government Printing Office National Technical Information Service Centers For Disease Control Washington Secretary [...]
Posted in 8th Grade on Feb 6th, 2012
Here are some possible places to look for Science Project Ideas. Exploratorium: Snacks Science Explorer Science Experiments You Can Do BJ Pinchbeck Earth Science Experiments For Kids Easy Science Experiment Projects Exploratorium: Astronomy Astronomy – Science Experiments Reeko’s Mad Scientist Lab Hundreds of Science Fair Projects Science Fair Projects and Ideas Science Buddies Science Project [...]
Posted in 8th Grade, Class Projects on Jan 26th, 2012
Here are a few resources pertaining to the Internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Synonyms (of sorts) for Internment include Relocation, Incarceration, etc. Gordon Hirabayashi (listen to the broadcast and read the article) Apology Received 45 years after the fact The Seattle Times reflects The New York Times on Mr. Hirabayashi The Atlantic Monthly [...]
Posted in 8th Grade on Mar 15th, 2011
Ms. Nevitt’s class will be evaluating websites to determine their trustworthiness as sources of information for the IRP project. Students must complete this form before the end of class.
Posted in 8th Grade, Class Projects on Dec 14th, 2010
Using Culture Grams is a great way to begin your research with current and reliable information. CIA — The World Factbook United Nations Statistics Division – Millennium Indicators Background Notes Global Issues That Affect Everyone Country Studies: Area Handbook Series (Library of Congress / Federal Research Division) Index Mundi – Country Facts CPL Kids Pages: [...]
Posted in 8th Grade, Library News on Dec 13th, 2010
8th grade Language Arts classes have had some time to look at the many books available in the library. What did you check out? Let us know by filling out this exit ticket before you leave today.
Posted in 8th Grade on Feb 26th, 2010
While our library does contain over 14,000 items, you may need to take advantage of our Union Catalog (all Seattle Schools) or your Public Library when you are looking for a Book on your topic. Eckstein Library Catalog Seattle Public Libraries Magazine, Journal or Newspaper Articles - As you search for News Articles, be sure to [...]
Posted in 8th Grade on Jan 21st, 2010
As you search for News Articles, be sure to use one of the following resources: eLibrary ProQuest There are a number of options available to you when searching for a Reference Article: World Book Online Issues and Controversies Pop Culture Universe ABC Clio Social Studies Database Medline Plus While our library does contain over 14,000 [...]
Posted in 8th Grade, Class Projects on Sep 9th, 2008
NPR eLibrary Proquest Don’t forget to cite your source, the Eckstein Library’s citation machine of choice is EasyBib. Give it a try, it really is EASY!