Confederation for Kids (Archived) A site from the Canadian government about Canadian history. Includes the background on how Canada was formed, when each province joined the Confederation, and information about important historical people.
The Edge of the World: BC’s Early Years Short clips from the Knowledge Network about interesting people and events that occurred during the early years of British Columbia.
Canada’s Political System An introduction to Canada’s political system, including the three levels of government and what they do.
How Canadians Govern Themselves The official educational site of the Canadian Parliament, including its history, a behind-the-scenes look at Parliament, and an activity that shows what each level of government is responsible for.
Canada’s Prime Ministers A chronological list of Canadian Prime Ministers, including their political party and dates in office. Click their names to get a short biography.
Historically Important Canadians A list of some notable men and women that have had an impact on Canadian history. Alphabetical by last name.
Earth's Materials Planet Earth A brief introduction to what the planet Earth is made of, including many useful links.
Earth's Crust An introduction to the different layers and boundaries in the Earth’s crust.
Bill Nye: Earth's Crust This 23-minute video features Bill Nye the Science Guy talking about the Earth’s crust.
Tectonic Plate Boundaries Explaining the differences between the three major plate boundaries: divergent, convergent, and transform.
BBC Geography: Classification of Rocks The differences between the three major rock types, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, are explained with sample photographs.
Rock Cycle A discussion of the process of rock formation, including how the different steps in the rock cycle are connected.
Earth Floor: Cycles An introduction to the basic concepts that make up the rock cycle.
Science Probe 5: Forces and Machines Excellent links and resources for students doing the Forces and Machines unit of Grade 5 science. Activities as well as interactive resources.
Simple Machines A little educational game about identifying simple and compound machines in daily life.
Bill Nye: Simple Machines Bill Nye the Science Guy talks about simple machines in this short YouTube clip.
Understanding Simple Machines A guide to understanding more about six simple machines: the Inclined Plane, the Wedge, the Screw, the Pulley, the Wheel and Axle, and the Lever.
Human Body
Circulation System A quick look at the circulation system, including what the heart does and why you have a pulse.
How the Body Works A great page for understanding how the body works, with movies, articles, and activities for most of the major body parts.
The Virtual Body Includes information on the brain, heart, skeleton, and digestive tract. View pictures, read information, and play short activities.