Two features make a visit to the site of Ben Franklin Elementary School in Menomonee Falls, Wis. (www.sdmf.k12.wi.us/bf) worthwhile. Click on the Curriculum Resources link first-you will find a treasure trove of links to sites covering all sorts of content areas. The collection of Virtual Museum links is particularly interesting. Next, check out the Student Work link. The Ellis Island Virtual Immigration Experience link documents a history simulation that involved students and staff across grade levels.
Susan Brooks-Young is an educational consultant and writer.
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