Curated OER
Common Weights and Measures 1
In this math and language arts instructional activity, students practice writing metric and standard weights and measures in word form. Students read 12 measurements and write them out in full using words. Example: 30 cm (30 centimeters).
Curated OER
Common Weights and Measures 1
In this weights and measures worksheet, students write out abbreviated common weights and measures in complete phrases; 12" becomes 12 inches.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Hermes
Well-written article tells of several of Hermes' (Roman name "Mercury") feats, including killing Argos.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Learning Lab: What Is Currency? Lessons From Historic Africa
From the Smithsonian, this site offers lessons and resources on currency, its use (in the form of gold dust, salt, or metal objects) as an instrument of trade in historic Africa, and its requirements as an instrument of trade in the...
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Hermes: Herald of the Immortals
The Olympians depended on Hermes (Roman name "Mercury") to bring them all sorts of news. Learn about his role at this site, which includes a listing of all the times Hermes is mentioned in the Iliad and the Odyssey.