more resources for students and teachers

Resource Shelf's resource of the week is this nice assortment of resources for teachers and students.

Geography teaching aid

Statetris (tetris with a twist) is a game that teaches you (or pupils) where the 50 states are located - and for a test of your "U.S.centrism", try locating the regions of France, the counties of the U.K, and the nations of Africa and Europe. (another fine tip from Neat New Stuff)

LOC teachers page

The Library of Congress page for teacherswill soon sport a new look - here's a preview.

Instructional materials about the U.S.

A selection of IIP's publications that are most suitable for students are now collected in the "Student Corner" page. Publications can be downloaded in pdf format - should a useful resource for teachers and students alike.