Ms. Jane Matthews Tutoring Page
Students: click on the 'titled words' for direct links!
Use the following resources for additional information and referencing during your assignments!
Science
Earth Science -Resources from Kidspace
Chemistry – Resources from Duke University
Biology – San Diego State's Biology Resources
Teen Issues
Alcohol – Penn State's Guide to prevention
Eating Disorders – What Families Need To Know
Teen Pregnancy – A Guide from Santa Monica College
Cyberstalking – Facts and Tips
Suicide – Web Guide from Tufts University
Art
Art - A Guide for Teens
Teen Programs - From the National Gallery of Art
Art Classes - Teen Resources from 'The Met'
Teen Lab – Offered by the Art Institute of Chicago
Safety
Internet Security – Safe Surfing for Teens
Teen Safety & Prevention - Tips for Parents
Teen Issues - Healthy Relationships
Teen Drivers – Fact Sheets from the Center for Disease Control
Math
Regents Math - Preparation & More
High School Math - Facts for Parents
Home School Math - A resource for Parents
Foreign Languages
Spanish - Resource for Teenagers
French - Reasons to Learn
Italian- Why Study Italian?
German– Online Lessons from the University of Michigan
Music
Teaching Teens Music - Benefits & More
Music, Teens, and Health - A Psychological Perspective
Music Scholarships - Opportunities for Teens
Teens & File Sharing - Industry Issues
American History
American History – The National Museum of American History
Civil War to the Present – American History from the University of Wisconsin
Research Guides – From Rutgers University
Civil Rights Movement – A Timeline from Southern Methodist University
Health
Health For Teens - Information for the Family
Teenagers - Health Concerns
Nutrition – A Guide to Food Safety as well as Nutrition
Maturity - A Guide to Adolescent Issues
Health & Safety:
Workplace Health & Safety Very in depth information on preventing injuries at work.
Common Cold Medications, tests, prevention tips and self care for the common cold.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Information, videos, treatments and more.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) In depth report on the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Home Hazards A guide to hazardous materials found in the home.
Wash Your Hands You may not think you need it but here are tips for washing your hands.
Carbon Monoxide FAQ regarding Carbon Monoxide and it's dangers.
Huntington's Disease Resources and information relating to this genetic disorder.
Injury Prevention Article on prevention of injuries at work, in sports, on the road, recreation and daily life as well as methods to contain, control, and eliminate injury risks.
The Scoop on Shoveling Snow How to prevent risks and injuries when shoveling snow.
Winter Driving The dangers of driving during a winter storm and tips for avoiding them.
Pregnant Driving Protecting an unborn child behind the wheel.
Swine Flu : The Center for Disease Control's page with regularly updated information on the swine flu outbreak.
Methyl Bromide Information about the Clean Air Act as well as the dangers posed by Methyl Bromide.
Poison Ivy Pictures and information for identifying poison plants and preventing poison ivy.
Sun Safety Guide to protecting yourself from the sun while staying active outdoors.
Lightning Safety Tips for when caught outdoors during thunderstorms.
Firearm Safety Tips for owning a gun in a home with children.
Picnic Safety Don't let your summer fun be spoiled by uninvited guests.
Safe Swimming Comprehensive guide to staying safe in the water.
Bike Safety Tips from the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department.
Egg Nog Information on how this holiday drink can actually be quite dangerous.
Power Lines Can power lines cause cancer?
Hypothermia A Cold Weather Risk for Older People
Arts & Crafts The dangers of being creative.
Warning Signs Signs that someone is having a heart attack, stroke, or going into cardiac arrest.
Stress Information on managing stress.
Don't Be Bullied Advice for handling a bully!!!
Lifting Guidelines for safe lifting.
Health Abroad Information for students traveling overseas.
The Arthritis Source A comprehensive guide from the University of Washington
Dangers of Fish Is it harmful to pregnant women?
Eat Right The American Dietic Association's site on nutrition.
Athlete's Foot Information on what athlete's foot is, the causes and treatments.
Drugs & Alcohol Facts about drug and alcohol abuse.
Traveling Food Safety Food safety while traveling.
Red Imported Fire Ants Oklahoma State University's page on the little creatures and the big pain they cause.
Healthy Home Tips for keeping your home clean and safe.
Checklist Guidelines for keeping a safe home.
Cryptosporidiosis The CDC's guide to a serious parasitic disease.
Child Passenger Safety Guidelines for driving with a child from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Allergic Reaction A guide for those allergic to bee and wasp stings. Information on symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
Ladder Safety Guidelines for use, placement and securing of a ladder.
Staying On Your Feet Preventing slips, trips, and falls.
Home Fire Safety Tips and information for preventing fires in the home.
Foot Anatomy From your Distal Phalanges to your Proximal Phalanges, a complete guide to the human foot.
A Patient's Guide Information on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and how to cope with it.
Real Age Take the test to find out what your REAL age is.
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