Mrs. Haley's Fifth Grade
Dawson Elementary
Austin Independent School District
This is a wonderful place to visit to learn about how our government works. You choose the grade level. Explore the whole site.
Biographies for Kids
This site has biographies of U.S. leaders written in simple terms. This is a nice resource if you are looking for a little information on a lot of people.
Name the State Game
Here is a fun game. If you are just learning the states, just see how many you can get correct. If you think you know your stuff, race against the clock!
Where Is That?
Another name the state game. You can also look at different countries.
Blank Map
A blank map of the United States that you can use to practice.
States and Captials Map
Check your work with this map of the United States.
Read a book, take a quiz, collect points. There is lots to do and see on this wonderful site.
Ace Writing
Get help writing a story, or a report. Brush up on your grammar, or submit a story for a contest.
J.K. Rowling
An interview with the author of Harry Potter.
Avi
Learn about this wonderful author and see a list of all of his books.
Grammar Bytes
Need a little help with your grammar? This is the site for you! Interactive games, study sheets and lots of help are located at this site.