Category Archives: Current Events

See where real-time weather advisories and warnings are in the US

Posted on October 7, 2008 by amy

NWS/Storm Prediction Center – Watch, Warning, Advisory Display

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Get scientific explanations for current news stories

Posted on October 4, 2008 by amy

The Why Files | The Science Behind the News “The mission of The Why Files is to explore the science, math and technology behind the news of the day, and to present those topics in a clear, accessible and accurate manner…We hope this information will help explain the relationship between science and daily life.”

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Printable news stories with related comprehension activities

Posted on September 6, 2008 by amy

News for YOU – Each article is accompanied by various activities and discussion questions to aid in comprehension.  The articles are relatively current and “timeless” in nature.  These articles are appropriate for grade 2 and up and might be a good introduction to a regular newspaper.

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