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UEN Resources for K-12 Education
Utah Education Network has developed a wide variety of resources for K-12 educators and students. Below you will find a comprehensive list of those resources.
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9/11 Anniversary Resources
UEN gathered these 9/11 resources to help educators and students commemorate the event.
UEN gathered these 9/11 resources to help educators and students commemorate the event.Abraham Lincoln's Birthday
Celebrate our 16th president's birthday by learning more about his life and completing these classroom activities.
Celebrate our 16th president's birthday by learning more about his life and completing these classroom activities.African American History Month Resources
February is African American History Month - a great time to investigate the contributions that African Americans have made to the history and cultural development of the United States.
February is African American History Month - a great time to investigate the contributions that African Americans have made to the history and cultural development of the United States. American Colonial History - Mission US
Dive headfirst into Mission US - a free online video game set in Colonial times and then explore additional American Colonial History resources.
Dive headfirst into Mission US - a free online video game set in Colonial times and then explore additional American Colonial History resources. American Indian Heritage Month
UEN gathered these resources to help you celebrate the accomplishments of the peoples who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of the U.S.
UEN gathered these resources to help you celebrate the accomplishments of the peoples who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of the U.S.Civil Rights
Learn about the Civil Rights Movement - from 1954 to present day. You can also access related lesson plans.
Learn about the Civil Rights Movement - from 1954 to present day. You can also access related lesson plans. Colonial Williamsburg
You will find web sites, documents and resources about Colonial Williamsburg, as well as information about the Colonial Williamsburg Electronic Field Trip.
You will find web sites, documents and resources about Colonial Williamsburg, as well as information about the Colonial Williamsburg Electronic Field Trip.Constitution Day Resources
September 17th has been designated as Constitution Day. Use these resources to help gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of our nation's founding document.
September 17th has been designated as Constitution Day. Use these resources to help gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of our nation's founding document. 
Elementary Social Studies Resources
UEN worked with the Utah State Office of Education to gather web sites, activities and lesson plans that support the Elementary Social Studies core.
UEN worked with the Utah State Office of Education to gather web sites, activities and lesson plans that support the Elementary Social Studies core.Freedom Rides Educator Resources
In depth resources about the Freedom Rides and the brave civil rights pioneers.
In depth resources about the Freedom Rides and the brave civil rights pioneers.GIS / GPS Resources
A collection of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) resources.
A collection of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) resources.Inauguration Day
Great resources and activities to help you and your students learn more about the inauguration ceremonies.
Great resources and activities to help you and your students learn more about the inauguration ceremonies.Marbury vs. Madison
This 1803 decision marked the first time the U.S. Supreme Court declared a federal law unconstitutional. Here are some educational web sites to help you learn more about this historic decision.
This 1803 decision marked the first time the U.S. Supreme Court declared a federal law unconstitutional. Here are some educational web sites to help you learn more about this historic decision. Mission US
A multimedia project that immerses students in U.S. history content through free interactive games. Be sure to check out the Educator and Student Resources.
A multimedia project that immerses students in U.S. history content through free interactive games. Be sure to check out the Educator and Student Resources.Multiculturalism and Storytelling
Curriculum resources and ideas, developed by Utah educators, to help you incorporate multicultural content in your classroom everyday.
Curriculum resources and ideas, developed by Utah educators, to help you incorporate multicultural content in your classroom everyday.Ouelessebougou
Explore Ouelessebougou (Wuh-less-uh-boo-goo) - a region located in the country of Mali in Western Africa. This colorful site has many photos of the people and their lifestyle.
Explore Ouelessebougou (Wuh-less-uh-boo-goo) - a region located in the country of Mali in Western Africa. This colorful site has many photos of the people and their lifestyle.Our World
Name a country that has no pollution, where there is no crime, and the citizens are the longest lived people on Earth? Experience Iceland and all of the other countries in "Our World".
Name a country that has no pollution, where there is no crime, and the citizens are the longest lived people on Earth? Experience Iceland and all of the other countries in "Our World".Reach - An Educator's Guide to the Olympics
This educator guide was created for the 2002 Winter Games. You will find Fact Sheets, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans to help you incorporate the Olympics into your curriculum.
This educator guide was created for the 2002 Winter Games. You will find Fact Sheets, Activities, Worksheets and Lesson Plans to help you incorporate the Olympics into your curriculum. Utah and U.S. Flag Resources
Resources to help you learn about the United States and Utah flag as well as flag etiquette, flag related lesson plans and student activities.
Resources to help you learn about the United States and Utah flag as well as flag etiquette, flag related lesson plans and student activities.U.S. Civics Information
UEN's Civics web site provides basic information about our government, citizenship and the election process. Take a moment to review your civic duties and responsibilities.
UEN's Civics web site provides basic information about our government, citizenship and the election process. Take a moment to review your civic duties and responsibilities.Utah's We the People
This program is designed to give the next generation of American citizens an understanding of the background, creation, and subsequent history of the unique system of government brought into being by our Constitution.
This program is designed to give the next generation of American citizens an understanding of the background, creation, and subsequent history of the unique system of government brought into being by our Constitution.Veterans' Oral History
Utah World War II veterans share their experiences each month at the Salt Lake City Main Library.
Utah World War II veterans share their experiences each month at the Salt Lake City Main Library.Vote Utah
Visit the Vote Utah website regularly for updates on the political process, candidate profiles and debate information.
Visit the Vote Utah website regularly for updates on the political process, candidate profiles and debate information.The War: Educational Resources
THE WAR, a PBS Ken Burns production, tells the story of the Second World War. This web page offers educational resources that support this documentary.
THE WAR, a PBS Ken Burns production, tells the story of the Second World War. This web page offers educational resources that support this documentary.We Shall Remain
Lesson plans and resources that support the KUED-7 documentaries that tell the stories of the Ute, Paiute, Northwestern Shoshone, Goshute, and Navajo people.
Lesson plans and resources that support the KUED-7 documentaries that tell the stories of the Ute, Paiute, Northwestern Shoshone, Goshute, and Navajo people.
Utah Counties
This colorful and informative web site explores Utah's 29 counties. You will find interesting facts, photos, and links for each Utah county.
This colorful and informative web site explores Utah's 29 counties. You will find interesting facts, photos, and links for each Utah county. 
Utah Collections Multimedia Encyclopedia (UCME)
A project designed to give educators, students and the general public ready access to digital collections of Utah-related information and media items, about the history, culture, geography, and landforms of the state.
A project designed to give educators, students and the general public ready access to digital collections of Utah-related information and media items, about the history, culture, geography, and landforms of the state.Utah History Encyclopedia
The Utah History Encyclopedia is the first complete history of Utah in encyclopedia form, consisting of
575 articles and over 200 historic photographs.
The Utah History Encyclopedia is the first complete history of Utah in encyclopedia form, consisting of
575 articles and over 200 historic photographs.Utah National Parks
Learn about Utah's 5 National Parks, submit a story about one of the parks, play games, or find resources for educators.
Learn about Utah's 5 National Parks, submit a story about one of the parks, play games, or find resources for educators.Utah and U.S. Flag Resources
Resources to help you learn about the United States and Utah flag as well as flag etiquette, flag related lesson plans and student activities.
Resources to help you learn about the United States and Utah flag as well as flag etiquette, flag related lesson plans and student activities.Ceremonies: A Tale of Sister Cities
This teacher's guide was created to support the exhibit that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Sister City relationship between Salt Lake City, Utah and Matsumoto, Japan.
This teacher's guide was created to support the exhibit that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Sister City relationship between Salt Lake City, Utah and Matsumoto, Japan. Heritage Gateways
In addition to documenting the Mormon Trail Wagon Train reenactment, visitors can find lesson plans and stories of the children who experienced the trek over 150 years ago.
In addition to documenting the Mormon Trail Wagon Train reenactment, visitors can find lesson plans and stories of the children who experienced the trek over 150 years ago. Sacred Images: A Vision of Native American Rock Art
This K-12 curriculum was developed to teach students about the culture and customs of the earliest inhabitants of our state.
This K-12 curriculum was developed to teach students about the culture and customs of the earliest inhabitants of our state.Utah Cities and Towns
These lessons will provide an understanding of the ways in which geography, history, culture, and tradition have made Utah such a unique and fascinating place to live.
These lessons will provide an understanding of the ways in which geography, history, culture, and tradition have made Utah such a unique and fascinating place to live.Utah Centennial Studies
These Utah related lesson plans were created in 1996 to help educators and students celebrate 100 years of statehood.
These Utah related lesson plans were created in 1996 to help educators and students celebrate 100 years of statehood. Utah Museums
Utah has some excellent museums all over the state and here is a list of of their web sites.
Utah has some excellent museums all over the state and here is a list of of their web sites.
3-6 Teacher Resource Book
The Teacher Resource Book is designed to be your textbook in teaching science curriculum to your students. This book covers all the objectives of each standard and benchmark.
The Teacher Resource Book is designed to be your textbook in teaching science curriculum to your students. This book covers all the objectives of each standard and benchmark.Cheese Science
Did you know that there is a lot of science behind cheese? Learn the details of cheese making from real food scientists and have fun playing games and exploring cheese from around the world.
Did you know that there is a lot of science behind cheese? Learn the details of cheese making from real food scientists and have fun playing games and exploring cheese from around the world. Climate Science
UEN's Climate Science web page provides educators and students information about the science and impacts of climate change.
UEN's Climate Science web page provides educators and students information about the science and impacts of climate change.Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day with these educational web sites, classroom activities, television programs, videos and lesson plans.
Celebrate Earth Day with these educational web sites, classroom activities, television programs, videos and lesson plans.Polar Palooza
Polar Palooza is a project that brings information and insights about the Poles to the general public. It is supported by the National Science Foundation and NASA.
Polar Palooza is a project that brings information and insights about the Poles to the general public. It is supported by the National Science Foundation and NASA. 
SciFi Friday
UEN-TV broadcasts a classic Science Fiction or Horror Film each Friday at 9:00 pm. Watch the movie and then listen to a podcast interview with a local scientist.
UEN-TV broadcasts a classic Science Fiction or Horror Film each Friday at 9:00 pm. Watch the movie and then listen to a podcast interview with a local scientist.Super Science Resources (7-12)
A collection of excellent web resources to help 7-12th grade Science educators teach the Utah core.
A collection of excellent web resources to help 7-12th grade Science educators teach the Utah core.Water Wise Utah
Water Wise Utah is a project designed to encourage Utah Citizens to conserve the limited water resources in Utah.
Water Wise Utah is a project designed to encourage Utah Citizens to conserve the limited water resources in Utah.Weather Related Resources
UEN gathered Internet resources and online games to help students learn about weather. In addition, the Online Cloud Guide provides excellent illustrations of the different cloud types.
UEN gathered Internet resources and online games to help students learn about weather. In addition, the Online Cloud Guide provides excellent illustrations of the different cloud types.
Adult Roles and Financial Literacy
This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and significance of individual and family relationships integrated with general financial literacy.
This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and significance of individual and family relationships integrated with general financial literacy.Adult Roles and Responsibilities
This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and significance of human relationships involving individuals and families.
This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and significance of human relationships involving individuals and families. Child Development
A curriculum guide that outlines the content and teaching strategies to help teach students about Child Development.
A curriculum guide that outlines the content and teaching strategies to help teach students about Child Development.Classroom and Laboratory Management
The intent of this guide is to help educators who teach the nutrition and foods science curriculum. Topics include safe and sanitary work habits, reading a recipe and basic lab procedures.
The intent of this guide is to help educators who teach the nutrition and foods science curriculum. Topics include safe and sanitary work habits, reading a recipe and basic lab procedures.Clothing and Textiles I
This course prepares individuals to understand the psychological aspects of clothing and textiles.
This course prepares individuals to understand the psychological aspects of clothing and textiles.Clothing and Textiles II
This course is designed to allow students to develop clothing construction and consumer skills.
This course is designed to allow students to develop clothing construction and consumer skills.CTE Intro Curriculum Guide
This guide is an exploratory vocational core program which includes Agriculture, Business, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health Careers, Industrial Arts, and Marketing, with Guidance as an integral part.
This guide is an exploratory vocational core program which includes Agriculture, Business, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health Careers, Industrial Arts, and Marketing, with Guidance as an integral part.Early Childhood Education
A curriculum guide that prepares individuals for child-related careers and/or more extensive parenting skills.
A curriculum guide that prepares individuals for child-related careers and/or more extensive parenting skills.FACS Exploration
This course helps students learn life skills and develop skills in food & nutrition, childcare & safety, interior design, clothing construction & style, consumerism, family relationships, personal responsibility, and job-related tasks.
This course helps students learn life skills and develop skills in food & nutrition, childcare & safety, interior design, clothing construction & style, consumerism, family relationships, personal responsibility, and job-related tasks. Fashion Strategies
An instructional course that prepares individuals to understand the social, psychological, and physiological aspects of clothing and textiles.
An instructional course that prepares individuals to understand the social, psychological, and physiological aspects of clothing and textiles.Foods and Fitness - Foods/Nutrition I
This curriculum guide provides Foods and Nutrition educators basic information and learning activities. It is organized around the reasons why we eat.
This curriculum guide provides Foods and Nutrition educators basic information and learning activities. It is organized around the reasons why we eat.Foods and Fitness - Foods/Nutrition II
This guide is intended for use as a semester course in basic nutrition and foods at the 9th or 10th grade level. Sections contain units of detailed study with scientific and technical information, teaching strategies and resources.
This guide is intended for use as a semester course in basic nutrition and foods at the 9th or 10th grade level. Sections contain units of detailed study with scientific and technical information, teaching strategies and resources.Functional Foods
A curriculum guide that outlines the content and teaching strategies to help teach students with disabilities to become independent in the kitchen.
A curriculum guide that outlines the content and teaching strategies to help teach students with disabilities to become independent in the kitchen.Interior Design
This course enables students to explore their creativity in the field of interior design.
This course enables students to explore their creativity in the field of interior design.Life Management
This course is designed to prepare students with skills to live independently. Skills are developed to help students manage their needs in the areas of interpersonal relationships, housing, clothing, nutrition, and food.
This course is designed to prepare students with skills to live independently. Skills are developed to help students manage their needs in the areas of interpersonal relationships, housing, clothing, nutrition, and food.Teen Living Resource Guide
This course helps students understand and cope with personal, family, and social challenges. Emphasis is placed on communication, decision-making skills, and building stable relationships with family and peers.
This course helps students understand and cope with personal, family, and social challenges. Emphasis is placed on communication, decision-making skills, and building stable relationships with family and peers.
Anne Frank - Teacher Workbook
This Teacher's Guide provides resources to aid in teaching about Anne Frank and the Holocaust. You will find lesson plans, readings, timelines and more.
This Teacher's Guide provides resources to aid in teaching about Anne Frank and the Holocaust. You will find lesson plans, readings, timelines and more.Argumentative Writing
Here are some resources to help your students improve their argumentative writing skills.
Here are some resources to help your students improve their argumentative writing skills.Brain Awareness Resources
Learn about your brain and the brain research that is being done at the University of Utah and around the world.
Learn about your brain and the brain research that is being done at the University of Utah and around the world.eMedia
eMedia is an Internet video distribution service provided by UEN delivering licensed video and other educational media to Utah's schools.
eMedia is an Internet video distribution service provided by UEN delivering licensed video and other educational media to Utah's schools.English Language Learners (ELL)
A collection of of resources to help educators with English Language Learners.
A collection of of resources to help educators with English Language Learners. Finance in the Classroom
These personal finance materials for K-12 educators, students and parents were developed to help you prepare Utah's youth to be money smart.
These personal finance materials for K-12 educators, students and parents were developed to help you prepare Utah's youth to be money smart.Flipped Classroom Resources
Thinking about Flipping your Classroom? Here is some information and resources to help you.
Thinking about Flipping your Classroom? Here is some information and resources to help you.Interactive Whiteboard Resources
A collection of web sites and resources that can be used on your Interactive Whiteboard.
A collection of web sites and resources that can be used on your Interactive Whiteboard.K-2 Educator Center
Excellent resources to help K, 1, 2 educators: Developmentally Appropriate Teaching, Curriculum Mapping, Early Childhood Process Skills, Learning Centers and more.
Excellent resources to help K, 1, 2 educators: Developmentally Appropriate Teaching, Curriculum Mapping, Early Childhood Process Skills, Learning Centers and more.KidPix Hotlist
KidPix is a painting and drawing program designed for young learners. Here are some ideas on how to use KidPix in your classroom
KidPix is a painting and drawing program designed for young learners. Here are some ideas on how to use KidPix in your classroomLesson Plans
UEN has thousands of lesson plans that are tied to the Utah Core Curriculum. All of the plans have been created by educators and approved by the Utah State Office of Education.
UEN has thousands of lesson plans that are tied to the Utah Core Curriculum. All of the plans have been created by educators and approved by the Utah State Office of Education. Persuasive / Opinion Writing
A collection of online resources to help students write effective persuasive essays.
A collection of online resources to help students write effective persuasive essays. Preschool Pioneer
Quality early childhood resources for youngsters age 3-6, parents, and caregivers.
Quality early childhood resources for youngsters age 3-6, parents, and caregivers.Special Education Resources
Special Education information on national and state legislation and professional organizations.
Special Education information on national and state legislation and professional organizations.Themepark
UEN's Themepark pages provide you hundreds of resources that support global themes such as Communication, Cycles, Exploration, Imagination, Systems and Patterns.
UEN's Themepark pages provide you hundreds of resources that support global themes such as Communication, Cycles, Exploration, Imagination, Systems and Patterns.Utah Core and Supportive Lesson Plans and Links
In addition to viewing the standards and objectives for every one of Utah's K-12 courses, you can find supportive Internet resources and lesson plans.
In addition to viewing the standards and objectives for every one of Utah's K-12 courses, you can find supportive Internet resources and lesson plans.Utah Core Standards Resources
Resources to help you learn about the new Utah Core Standards, as well as implement them.
Resources to help you learn about the new Utah Core Standards, as well as implement them. Utah's Open Textbooks
These textbooks were created by Utah content experts and the USOE staff to help support the Utah Core Standards.
These textbooks were created by Utah content experts and the USOE staff to help support the Utah Core Standards. Women and Girls Lead Resource Center
Women and Girls Lead is an innovative public media campaign designed to celebrate, educate, and activate women, girls, and their allies across the globe to address the challenges of the 21st century.
Women and Girls Lead is an innovative public media campaign designed to celebrate, educate, and activate women, girls, and their allies across the globe to address the challenges of the 21st century.William Shakespeare Resources
Online resources and lesson plans to help you bring William Shakespeare into your classroom.
Online resources and lesson plans to help you bring William Shakespeare into your classroom.
Big 6 Resources
Here is a collection of Big 6 Resources for teachers and students. You will find lesson plans, activities and graphic organizers.
Here is a collection of Big 6 Resources for teachers and students. You will find lesson plans, activities and graphic organizers.Copyright Resources
The following resources are designed to assist faculty, distance learning administrators, multimedia developers and students navigate the murky waters in a sea of new copyright law.
The following resources are designed to assist faculty, distance learning administrators, multimedia developers and students navigate the murky waters in a sea of new copyright law. HTML Tags (basic)
HTML is short for Hypertext Markup Language, the text-based language used to write web pages. Sometimes it is handy to know basic HTML tags when posting content to the Internet.
HTML is short for Hypertext Markup Language, the text-based language used to write web pages. Sometimes it is handy to know basic HTML tags when posting content to the Internet.Multimedia Resources
A great list of web sites that provide free sounds, images, and videos that can be used in your classroom and multimedia presentations.
A great list of web sites that provide free sounds, images, and videos that can be used in your classroom and multimedia presentations.NetSafe Utah
NetSafe Utah provides teachers, caregivers and students Internet safety information, lesson plans, videos and training opportunities.
NetSafe Utah provides teachers, caregivers and students Internet safety information, lesson plans, videos and training opportunities.Pioneer Online Library
Pioneer, Utah’s Online Library provides newspaper articles, magazines, professional journals, encyclopedia, videos, photographs, and more to Utah educators and students.
Pioneer, Utah’s Online Library provides newspaper articles, magazines, professional journals, encyclopedia, videos, photographs, and more to Utah educators and students.Podcast Information
Have you heard of podcasts, but aren't exactly sure what they are? Here is some basic information, as well as links to UEN's podcasts.
Have you heard of podcasts, but aren't exactly sure what they are? Here is some basic information, as well as links to UEN's podcasts.
Careers Resources
UEN has gathered a list of excellent web sites that provide career and educational planning resources.
UEN has gathered a list of excellent web sites that provide career and educational planning resources.College Resources
Here are some web sites to help students, parents, high school counselors, and others get information about college choices.
Here are some web sites to help students, parents, high school counselors, and others get information about college choices.
Homework Help
Students - is homework getting you down? UEN is here to help. Check out this great collection of online resources, tutorials and experts.
Students - is homework getting you down? UEN is here to help. Check out this great collection of online resources, tutorials and experts.Planning for College: A High School Timetable
Don’t wait until your senior year to take the ACT or the SAT test, to take tough classes or decide to go to college. Here is a helpful timetable for 9th-12 graders.
Don’t wait until your senior year to take the ACT or the SAT test, to take tough classes or decide to go to college. Here is a helpful timetable for 9th-12 graders.Service Projects
Students: are you look for good Service Projects ideas? Here is a comprehensive list.
Students: are you look for good Service Projects ideas? Here is a comprehensive list.Student Interactives
Visit one of UEN's most popular web resource - a comprehensive list of educational online games for K-12 students. Warning: Once you start playing - it will be difficult to stop.
Visit one of UEN's most popular web resource - a comprehensive list of educational online games for K-12 students. Warning: Once you start playing - it will be difficult to stop.Summer Learning Activities
Take advantage of the long summer days with UEN's collection of learning activities and online games.
Take advantage of the long summer days with UEN's collection of learning activities and online games.Utah Counties
This colorful and informative web site explores Utah's 29 counties. You will find interesting facts, photos, and links for each Utah county.
This colorful and informative web site explores Utah's 29 counties. You will find interesting facts, photos, and links for each Utah county.
Activities
If you are looking for a way to quickly post a list of your favorite web sites on the Internet - the Activities tool is the answer. If you don't want to create your own list, use the available published lists.
If you are looking for a way to quickly post a list of your favorite web sites on the Internet - the Activities tool is the answer. If you don't want to create your own list, use the available published lists.Apps4Edu
UEN's Apps4Edu helps you find educational applications for mobile devices that support the Utah Core Curriculum. Search by keyword or select a core area, grade level, mobile device or price.
UEN's Apps4Edu helps you find educational applications for mobile devices that support the Utah Core Curriculum. Search by keyword or select a core area, grade level, mobile device or price.Curriculum Search
With UEN's Curriculum Search it's easy to find educational links, lesson plans and the standard and objectives for the courses you teach.
With UEN's Curriculum Search it's easy to find educational links, lesson plans and the standard and objectives for the courses you teach. Lesson Plan Tool
Use the Lesson Plan Tool to create lesson plans that support the Utah Core Curriculum. It is easy to use and since it is online the completed plans can be shared with educators around the world.
Use the Lesson Plan Tool to create lesson plans that support the Utah Core Curriculum. It is easy to use and since it is online the completed plans can be shared with educators around the world.my.uen
my.uen is a free and easy way for educators to create a classroom web site to share announcements, assignments and important documents. my.uen even has a blog tool.
my.uen is a free and easy way for educators to create a classroom web site to share announcements, assignments and important documents. my.uen even has a blog tool.Rubric Tool
Use UEN's Rubric Tool to create your own assessment rubric from scratch - or customize one of the many pre-made rubrics.
Use UEN's Rubric Tool to create your own assessment rubric from scratch - or customize one of the many pre-made rubrics.Virtual Tours
Check out the Virtual Field Trips and educational web pages that others have created - or login and create your own.
Check out the Virtual Field Trips and educational web pages that others have created - or login and create your own.