Teacher Recommended Websites
Teacher Recommended Websites:
This list includes websites teachers throughout the state of Nebraska have recommended to help with teaching content standards. Inclusion of a specific site on this page does not necessarily imply endorsement of the site by the Nebraska Department of Education. Teachers wishing to make a contribution should send an email message to Kristin Vest with the following information: Identification of section in which resource is to be placed, name or title of the web address, and a short description.
- Parenting Decisions / Child Development
- Nutrition / Wellness / Foods / Culinary
- Housing & Interior Design
- Textiles, Construction & Design, Fashion Design
- Introduction to Human Sciences/Family & Consumer Sciences
- Life and Career Readiness
- Curriculum Resources
- Teacher Resources
PARENTING DECISIONS / CHILD DEVELOPMENT / EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Pampers http://www.pampers.com/en-us
Resources for parents on pregnancy, newborns, baby, and toddler along with advice on handling issues at each stage
Child Welfare Information Gateway https://www.childwelfare.gov/
Purpose is to connect child welfare and related professionals to resources to help protect children and strengthen families. Resources include child abuse prevention, adoption services and programs, and out of home care
Childhelp https://www.childhelp.org/
Provides information on prevention, intervention, and treatment programs for those affected by child abuse
The Family Dinner Project http://thefamilydinnerproject.org/
Tips for cooking with your family as well as topics to discuss while eating dinner with your family and the advantages of eating together for both physical health and emotional growth
StorkNet http://www.storknet.org/
Resources for expectant parents as well as blogs from expectant and new mothers
Zero to Three http://www.zerotothree.org/
National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families website with developmental information, tips for those who work with children, and care and education.
Ability Path https://abilitypath.org/
Resource for parents of children with special needs of all ages which covers all areas of development as well as information on health and daily care, toy selection, and educational services for children with special needs
NAEYC http://www.naeyc.org/
Licensing agency for high-quality child care facilities with information on public policy, accreditation, and articles related to the education of young children
Child Stats http://www.childstats.gov/
Report on the statistics related to children including family and social environment, economic circumstances, health care, physical environment and safety, behavior, education, and health
Child Development Institute http://childdevelopmentinfo.com/
Articles concerning many topics as well as dedicated sections for ADD-ADHD, Parenting, and Child-Teen Health
March of Dimes http://www.marchofdimes.org/baby/birth-defects.aspx#
Section on birth defects that allows users to view specific details about a wide range of birth defects
The ABCs of Child Development: Developmental Milestones for Your Child’s First Five Years http://www.pbs.org/wholechild/abc/
Complete list of developmental milestones for children divided into physical development, social and emotional development, thinking skills, and communication skills
INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SCIENCES/FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
Consumer Jungle http://www.consumerjungle.org/
Interactive website that allow students to learn about being financially responsible
Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy http://www.jumpstart.org/
Publications, resources, and information on state activities from a wide range of financial education groups
Federal Reserve Education https://www.federalreserveeducation.org/
Searchable database of lessons, publications, and more for positive financial management
The Mint: Northwestern Mutual http://www.themint.org/teens/
Teacher, student, and parent resources for financial literacy for teens
CONSUMER RESOURCES AND MANAGEMENT
Consumer Jungle http://www.consumerjungle.org
Sponsored by Young Adult Consumer Education Trust (YACET). Interactive web based program covering credit, transportation, e-commerce, telecommunications and living on your own.
It All Adds Up http://www.italladdsup.org
National Council on Economic Education site with interactive program with on-line games and simulations on credit management, buying a car, paying for college, savings and investing.
Foundation for Teaching Economics https://www.fte.org/
Provides resources, activities and lesson plans for teaching economic concepts.
EconEdLink–National Council on Economic Education https://www.councilforeconed.org/resources/econedlink/
Huge amount of lesson plans that could also be used for Family Living and/or Comprehensive FCS depending on time and level of understanding.
NUTRITION AND WELLNESS/FOODS/CULINARY
ProStart https://chooserestaurants.org/prostart
This basic course from the National Restaurant Association introduces students into the world of professional cooking. Basic communication skills, safety and sanitation, food preparation, meal planning, and other topics are taught in this beginning course. FCCLA may be an integral part of this course.
The Student Chef http://www.thestudentchef.com/
This website has FREE resources and recipes for an advanced culinary class. Worth your time to check out if you are teaching any foods class
Calorie Tracker http://www.livestrong.com/myplate/
Calculate calorie goals and enter food intake and fitness to see a balanced approach to weight management
MyPlate http://www.choosemyplate.gov/
Information about MyPlate including quizzes, tips for healthy meals, physical activity information, and other interactive tools
All Recipes http://allrecipes.com/
Thousands of searchable recipes with sections users can search by health, seasonal, and course
SELF Nutrition Data http://nutritiondata.self.com/
Recipe analysis, BMI information, recipes, and information about specific health issues and diet
Nutrition Analyser http://nutritionanalyser.com/
Check out health information about most kinds of food divided by food groups for easy searching
The Accidental Scientist: Science of Cooking http://www.exploratorium.edu/cooking/
Webcasts, book suggestions, and information for discussion on science topics that will assist in understanding cooking and food
Nutrition Know How http://www.nutritionknowhow.org/blog/
Nebraska Extension website which contains information about healthy vegetables and fruits as well as how-to videos for cooking and use. This site was developed by two FACS graduates and two Nebraska dieticians
Food Detectives Game http://www.fooddetectives.com/
Game that covers how bacteria grow when food is not cooked or handled properly
Institute of Food Technologists http://www.ift.org/knowledge-center/learn-about-food-science.aspx
Includes valuable information from IFT on the importance of food science, careers available, and public policy updates
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics http://www.eatright.org/
Healthy living tips and recipes for different age groups as well as providing instructional videos
Ballreich’s Factory Tour https://www.ballreich.com/t-Virtual%20Tour.aspx
See a 7 minute tour of the history and facilities of potato chip production
Dole 5 a Day http://www.dole.com/#/superkids/
Creative recipes and resources that utilize as wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Also has information on farming, organics, and nutrition for fruits and vegetables
International Food Information Council Foundation http://www.foodinsight.org/
Nutrition and food safety resource that works to share information with the public from a science-based perspective
Iowa State University Food Safety http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/
Educational materials, training and articles about a variety of food safety topics
Food Timeline http://www.foodtimeline.org/
Timeline of foods and recipes throughout history
USDA Nutrition Assistance https://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/usda-nutrition-assistance-programs
Information about SNAP, food distribution programs, child nutrition programs, and WIC as well as links to a variety of other resources related to the USDA
Nutrition.gov http://www.nutrition.gov/
Providing easy, online access to government information on food and human nutrition for consumers with topics such as dietary supplements, calories in foods, shopping and meal planning, and weight management
USDA Farm to School
http://www.fns.usda.gov/farmtoschool/farm-school
Information about child nutrition programs and farm to school initiatives that encourage locally produced foods to be served in schools
National Farm to School Network http://www.farmtoschool.org/resources
Resources and information about farm to school initiatives
The Family Dinner Project http://thefamilydinnerproject.org/
Tips for cooking with your family as well as topics to discuss while eating dinner with your family and the advantages of eating together for both physical health and emotional growth
Still Tasty http://www.stilltasty.com/
Guide to shelf life of foods
Foodskey http://www.foodskey.net/index.html
Sponsored by the University of Nottingham, this site has short videos on the science of 15 different food and nutritional items
Fight Bac! http://www.fightbac.org/
Partnership for Food Safety Education website that has articles on how to prevent food contamination and includes lots of free resources
Stella Culinary http://stellaculinary.com/food-science-101-video-index
Videos on food science concepts such as emulsions, brining, pressure frying, and high altitude baking and cooking
King Arthur Flour: Learn, Bake, Share http://www.kingarthurflour.com/learnbakeshare/
In this FREE Program, kids LEARN to make bread from scratch. They discover that math, science, reading, and baking know-how add up to delicious bread! Kids are excited to take ingredients and their new skills home to BAKE two loaves; one to keep and enjoy and one to SHARE
HOUSING & INTERIOR DESIGN
P&G Everyday https://www.pgeveryday.com/home-garden
Proctor and Gamble website with information and forums on solutions and tricks for the home, garden, and organization
Our Family Place-Home Buyer’s Information Center http://www.ourfamilyplace.com/homebuyer/index.html
Includes checklists, links to credit reports, mortgage, and insurance information, as well as helpful hints for finding and buying a home
Bank Rate Calculator http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/mortgages/loan-calculator.aspx
Determine monthly payments based on interest rates and loan terms. Includes amortization schedule
Interest Calculator http://www.interest.com/calculators/
Home equity, debt consolidation, mortgage qualification, and mortgage payoff calculators
HUD: Rental Assistance http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/topics/rental_assistance
Information about renting and HUD rental assistance programs as well as buying vs. renting and fair housing rights
HUD: Buying a Home http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/topics/buying_a_home
Step by step guide to purchasing a home by starting with how much home you can afford all the way through the process until the signing of the papers
Decorator Secrets http://www.decoratorsecrets.com/
Home décor tips divided by room and medium with tips for creating the perfect look from vision to completion
Autodesk Homestyler https://www.homestyler.com/int/floorplan/?lang=en_US
Free home interior design online resource that allows students to share projects via email or on social media
Better Homes and Gardens http://www.bhg.com
Slideshows, articles, and blogs about home décor and improvement
ColorSnap http://snapyourcolors.com
Allows user to upload a picture or link to a picture online which then the program determines what Sherwin-Williams colors match those in the picture
DIY Network Home Improvement http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/topics/home-improvement
How to videos on a variety of home improvement projects
Dream Home Source http://www.dreamhomesource.com/
Search from over 1000 floor plans and collections
The Carpet Site http://www.thecarpetsite.com/
Descriptions and pictures of all kinds of carpets, buyers guides, and information on rugs
Urban Barn Room Planner http://www.urbanbarn.com/category/room+planner.do
Plan any space in a home with products available from Urban Barn. You can save, share, print and even shop for the items used in the room
Psychology of Colors: A Guide for Designers http://visual.ly/color-guide-designers
Basic information about the formation and mixing of colors as well as the effects of colors on individuals and their moods and actions
Home Energy Saver http://homeenergysaver.lbl.gov/consumer/
Tips for saving money and resources through responsible energy use
Home Doctor http://www.homedoctor.net/
Articles on selecting different appliances and features for your home to make the most of your space, budget, and time
TEXTILES, CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, FASHION DESIGN
Fabriclink http://www.fabriclink.com/
Information about textile creation, care, and innovations
18th Century Clothing http://www.history.org/history/clothing/intro/index.cfm
Images and information about clothing worn by different races, genders, and socioeconomic classes in the 18th century
LIFE AND CAREER READINESS
Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.bls.gov/ooh/
Nationwide data on job descriptions, openings, wages, and projections
Keirsey Personality Preference Inventory http://keirsey.com/
Personality preference sorter based on responses to questions concerning temperament
Nebraska Career Connections http://www.nebraskacareerconnections.org/Information about career development in Nebraska accessible to all students in the state. Students can learn about applying for college loans, create an online portfolio, search for colleges, and explore career options
StudyPoint http://www.studypoint.com/ed/http://www.nebraskacareerconnections.org/students.htm
Tutoring site that also includes information on financial aid, resume creation, and common app tips for college applications
Job Interview Tips (for teens) http://www.education.com/reference/article/Ref_Job_Interview_Tips/
List of useful tips for pre and post interviews for teens
The Work Ethic Site http://workethic.coe.uga.edu/
Resources related work ethics now and also with a historical context
Human Resources Path https://humanresourcespath.com/career-resources/
TEACHER RESOURCES
Lesson Plan Sources
www.edhelper.com
www.atozteacherstuff.com
Click on Family & Consumer Sciences and then on Web Resources. From there you have two choices – student links and teacher links
World Factbook www.cia.gov
Information about different countries
RubiStar http://rubistar.4teachers.org/
Teach-nology http://www.teach-nology.com/web_tools/rubrics/
Fresh FACS http://www.freshfacs.com/
This site, designed by an FCS teacher, contains ‘fresh ideas for teaching Family & Consumer Sciences’. . . several resources can be previewed and purchased. There are six free lesson plans: Ego Pillow, April Design, Ice Cream in a Baggie, Mealtime in Morocco, Tracing our Culinary Roots, and Shop Till you Drop. The last one was used with 9th grade students of the teacher who submitted this site
Cartoon site http://www.kingfeatures.com/
Screen and Webcam Recorder http://screencast-o-matic.com/home
This site features free 15-minute recordings, screen & webcam recording, publish to YouTube, and save as a video file
Boundless Resources http://screencast-o-matic.com/home
High-quality content and resources for all your teaching needs in several different subject areas
Writing Prompts http://writingprompts.tumblr.com/
Econ Ed Link http://www.econedlink.org/
Economics and personal finance resources for K-12
King Arthur Flour: Learn, Bake, Share http://www.kingarthurflour.com/learnbakeshare/
In this FREE Program, kids LEARN to make bread from scratch. They discover that math, science, reading, and baking know-how add up to delicious bread! Kids are excited to take ingredients and their new skills home to BAKE two loaves; one to keep and enjoy and one to SHARE
GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics: http://childstats.gov
Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service: http://www.fns.usda.gov
Department of Commerce U.S. Census Bureau: http://www.census.gov
Department of Education National Center for Education Statistics: http://nces.ed.gov
Department of Health and Human Services Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality:
http://www.ahrq.gov
Maternal and Child Health Bureau: http://www.mchb.hrsa.gov
National Center for Health Statistics http://www.cdc.gov/nchs
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development: http://www.nichd.nih.gov
National Institute on Drug Abuse: http://www.nida.nih.gov
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation: https://aspe.hhs.gov/
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Policy Development and Research: http://www.huduser.org
Department of Justice
Bureau of Justice Statistics: https://www.bjs.gov/
National Institute of Justice: https://www.nij.gov/Pages/welcome.aspx
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention: https://www.ojjdp.gov/
Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: http://www.bls.gov
Women’s Bureau: https://www.dol.gov/wb/
Department of Transportation
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: https://www.nhtsa.gov/
National Science Foundation
Division of Science Resources Statistics: http://www.nsf.gov/sbe/srs
Office of Management and Budget
Statistical and Science Policy Office: https://fcsm.sites.usa.gov/policies/
CURRICULUM RESOURCES
Discovery Education http://www.discoveryeducation.com/teachers/free-lesson-plans/?CFID=1858316&CFTOKEN=79e68dc8f5d85594-640A9799-B63F-9084-E4A25E18772090D7
Search lesson plans by subject and grade level. Health content includes everything from sexual pressures and resolving conflict to farm-to-table and depression. Useful for the following Nebraska courses:
- 090107 Human Food, Nutrition and Wellness
- 090108 Advanced Human Food, Nutrition and Wellness
- 350002 Human Growth and Development
- 090116 Relationships
- 090119 Child Development
- 090117 Parenting Decisions
- 350015 Early Childhood Education I
- 350020 Early Childhood Education II
Econedlink http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/1
Economic and resource management lesson plans as well as decision making and opportunity cost lessons.
read write think http://www.readwritethink.org/
In this series of lessons students learn the basics of online electronic portfolio creation as well as creating and utilizing blogs. Useful for the following Nebraska courses
- 090104 Life and Career Readiness
ND FACS Teachers Google Site https://sites.google.com/site/ndfacsteachers/
Lots of course resources and lesson plans created by teachers in North Dakota
Melanies Corner (sponsored by Learning ZoneXpress) http://melaniescorner.com/
Active blog with ideas for current classroom activities and links to specials for Leaning ZoneXpress
Family Consumer Sciences http://www.familyconsumersciences.com/
Offers new ideas and classroom examples of FACS instruction
Nourish http://www.nourishlife.org/teach/curriculum/
Curriculum focused on food and sustainability. Includes lessons on seasonal foods, food ads, and ecosystems and food. Useful for the following Nebraska courses:
- 090107 Human Food, Nutrition and Wellness
- 090108 Advanced Human Food, Nutrition and Wellness
- 370021 Culinary Skills I
- 370022 Culinary Skills II
Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy http://www.iatp.org/documents/farm-to-school-youth-leadership-curriculum-all-lessons-and-worksheets
Farm to School Youth Leadership Curriculum
Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy http://www.iatp.org/documents/farm-to-childcare-curriculum-package
Farm to Childcare Curriculum Package