Figure out what it takes to hook your reader and improve your writing skills at Interactives: Elements of a Story, www.learner.org/interactives/story. This site explains how storytelling is much like following a recipe. Mix together a little intrigue and a dash of conflict for an unforgettable yarn. By listening carefully to the famous fairy tale “Cinderella”, you will learn how special storytelling techniques, such as plot development, are applied. Try them out and share your creative works with friends.

If you love to read and write, and if books are your "thing," Genna's World, www.gennasworld.com, is the perfect place for the bookworm in you. Exercise your writing skills when you collaborate with Genna and other authors to create a story. You can also submit book reviews to encourage others to read your favorites. If you are looking for book recommendations, Genna has some good ones for you, such as "A Wrinkle in Time" or a Nancy Drew mystery. You can also find a relaxing good read as you page through submissions from Genna and other contributors.

Feed your mind and brush up on current events with DOGO News, www.dogonews.com, where kids can learn about science, sports, geography and more! Be sure to visit Did You Know? for cool facts such as Pac-Man's real age, and how sustainable farming is taking place on city rooftops. The Amazing link will wow you with fairy-tale fashions, news on the youngest kid to climb Mount Everest, and information on how regular cotton clothes can serve as superhero protective gear. This site is constantly updated, so bookmark it and come back regularly.

Trace the branches at Family Tree of the Greek Gods, www.webexhibits.org/
greekgods, and discover the gods and goddesses who brought order to ancient Greek life. Begin your journey in “Chaos” with nothingness, and then click on the gods such as Erebus (darkness) or Gaia (earth) and learn about their roles in Greek mythology. Each click will let you zoom in to the branches of the tree as you link to more information and uncover new relationships. What an amazing resource for mythology projects!

BBC's Newsround, bbc.co.uk/news
round, is the perfect place for kids to brush up on world happenings, from politics to natural disasters, with a dash of pop culture. This interactive news site encourages you to chat with other kids and weigh in on banning dogs from parks or getting rid of the term “obese.” You can also read up on your favorite celebs, such as Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez. With frequent updates, you will always be “in the know,” so explore and enjoy today!

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