From the "Titles list", I clicked on Endangered Species. I think I will have my 6th graders do research on endangered species so they can practice using this. I will have them first describe the causes of endangerment. They will have to locate the article "Endangerment and it's Causes: an Overview," use the "Words to Know" list if they are stumped on a word. Then they will each choose from the list of endangered animals and listen to or download the MP3 since we don't have eReaders. (this really makes me want to get eReaders now). I really like how they highlight the words as it is read; that is very handy for the researcher. I also like the fact that you can view it as text or as a PDF so it looks like it's in book format.
I found the answer to "What foods have zinc in them" in the Mineral Deficiency: the Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health book. I typed the search words into the search box. The answer is: brewer's yeast, eggs, fish, meats, beans, mushrooms, nuts and seeds and whole grains. It really helps when searching through the article when they highlight the search words in red! Also, the listen feature worked very well.
I also commented on Haana's Blog on the Sirs Issues Researcher. It's interesting to see what other bloggers like about each of these resources.
Thanks for your comments, tee. This is a solid resource for MS & HS students. Please beware of the aging copyrights, especially with medical books. The State Library purchased these titles several years ago and has not had the budget to purchase newer editions. You pointed out some of the great features here. Thanks!
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