Posted by BeckyMarie on April 30 2008 at 07:54:12:
Hello Everyone
Over the past several months I have been developing a site on the internet where homeschool students can go to learn about science, history, photography, and the weather in a safe, fun, and exciting environment. AccuKidz is the result of these efforts and is online as a part of AccuWeather.com Everything on AccuKidz is totally FREE!
I am inviting students in the homeschooling community to form WeatherTeams on Accukidz. A team can have as little as one member or as many as you would like. Each WeatherTeam is given a web page and they can upload photos they have taken, videos of local interest or even of anything that interests the Team. This is a great place to showcase your lapbooks, science projects and favorite work. Other WeatherTeam´s members come to the site, rate the photos and comment on them, building excitement among the Teams. Each Team has an area in the forums where they can post weather information, news, whatever is going on with their Team and where they live. Teams also can keep in touch with each other on the fully moderated AccuKidz Forum. AccuWeather meteorologists will be posting educational blogs, youth spokesperson videos are being filmed, and our first coloring contest has just begun.
All web site submissions, including comments, photos, videos and forum posts are moderated to keep it safe for students. Nothing appears on the site without being approved by a staff member first.
AccuWeather has a science and weather curriculum I am hoping to obtain for WeatherTeam members as well. All AccuKids WeatherTeam Members will receive certificates for their participation and many contests are planned with an amazing collection of prizes.
The project has begun in the USA but we are inviting students from other nations to participate as well. This will allow interaction with students of other countries and will provide a unique learning experience for all involved. We also are inviting military families to participate as a way to keep in touch with other students and their family members.
WeatherTeams may upload as many photos and videos as they would like. There is no bandwith limitations and AccuWeather’s servers are closely monitored.
AccuKidz WeatherTeams may choose any Team name they like. They do not need to post their photos or use their own names. You do not need to purchase anything to make or join a Weather Club, it is totally free.
My intention is to gain excitement for the website and to help students from around the world learn about each other and the worlds they live in. If you have any questions or suggestions please email me at AccuKidz @ AccuWeather.com
To learn more or form your WeatherTeam please go to http://www.accuweather.com/kidz/about.asp?partner=Accukidz
Thank you,
BeckyMarie
AccuKidz Director