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Cell Review Games and Links

Sheppard Software: http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/health/anatomy/cell/index.htm 
Centre of the Cell: http://www.centreofthecell.org/games/ 
BioMan Biology: http://biomanbio.com/GamesandLabs/Cellgames/Cells.html 
Animal & Cell Parts: http://www.phschool.com/webcodes10/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.gotoWebCode&wcprefix=cad&wcsuffix=1042
Cell Review Games: https://reviewgamezone.com/game.php?id=59
Soccer Review Game: http://reviewgamezone.com/games/supertaker/?674&title=Cell+Parts+And+Their+Functions
Links, Websites, Videos: http://local.brookings.k12.sd.us/biology/CellStructure.htm#COOL WEBSITES
Biology4Kids, Cell Structure: http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell_main.html 
Cell Structure & Function Games: https://reviewgamezone.com/game.php?id=66 
Characteristics of Living Things Games: https://reviewgamezone.com/game.php?id=244 
Functions of Organelles Games: https://reviewgamezone.com/game.php?id=449 

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Mineral Gallery Website

Use this link to access the information on the Mineral Gallery website: http://www.galleries.com/Minerals_By_Name

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Book Review -- Ranger's Apprentice: Erak's Ransom (Book 7)

Erak's Ransom by John Flanagan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I'm not going to lie...I was disappointed by the jump back in time when I got to book 7. I was all ready to continue moving forward after book 6. Having said that, I found this book wholly satisfying, and it was yet another new set of characters and a new land for our hero to explore. This series hasn't felt stale or boring to me yet, and I hope it stays that way. Thoroughly enjoyable; another grand adventure with our favorite characters. Well done, Mr. Flanagan!

Parents and teachers -- Medieval period style fighting and violence, mild language, no inappropriate physical relationships. Ages 11+ ; mature 9-10 year olds

Book Review -- The Seventh Most Important Thing

The Seventh Most Important Thing by Shelley Pearsall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a new author for me, and I liked her writing style and pacing. This book isn't flashy or in your face, but it's a good solid story about a boy who needs redemption and finds it in the oddest of places. I think kids can relate to many of the themes here: loss of a parent, struggles with money, outcast at school, and trouble with teachers. Lots to think about, lots to ponder. Great read!

Teachers and parents -- Family drama, no physical relationships, mild language, nothing questionable here. Ages 11+

Book Review -- The Curse of the Wedingo

The Curse of the Wendigo by Rick Yancey
My rating: 4.5 of 5 stars

I love the writing. Mr. Yancey is a master of words. One quality I love of this book and the previous one is how it's set in the past. Somehow, that setting gives the book a rich feel. The story in this one didn’t grip me quite as much as in The Monstrumologist, but it’s still a well crafted tale. Be ready for the gruesome horror elements. This isn’t for the weak-stomached. Reading the first book in the series is helpful, but it isn't necessary. This book can stand alone.

Parents and Teachers: Violent monster gore, images of human death described in detail, some 4-letter word language, a few inappropriate references to the human body and its parts, discussion of fecal waste. Ages 13+ or the very bold 11-12 year old.