137 Results | sort by:
Recent Additions to TeachersFirst
MegaMinds - MegaMinds
Grades
4 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
MegaMinds turns lessons into interactive journeys where students learn by speaking, building, and exploring in a 3D world. As students participate in an activity, teachers can track...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
MegaMinds turns lessons into interactive journeys where students learn by speaking, building, and exploring in a 3D world. As students participate in an activity, teachers can track progress in real time and gain insights to guide their teaching. After creating an account, follow the directions to explore the site or add a class. MegaMinds has an extensive library of activities across many content areas and social-emotional topics, or students can design a 3D space to build their own projects. After selecting a topic, preview the activity and assign it to your class. Students access activities using the activity code. The free plan includes 3 rooms, 3 student projects, 25 students per session, Voice chat, screen/webcam share, in-room messages, sticky notes, premade lessons, templates, and activities.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (299), collaboration (112), digital escapes (30), game based learning (304), social and emotional learning (198), Teacher Utilities (214)
In the Classroom
Assign MegaMinds activities to supplement and practice current learning activities. Students can complete a multiplication escape room, learn AI literacy skills, create a historical presentation, and much more. Assign a practice room as a short warm-up activity before a lesson or have students work in groups to solve a challenge in a shared 3D world.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Information & Digital Literacy - Common Sense Education
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
The Common Sense Education Information and Media Literacy topic page provides grade-level lessons, videos, and activities to help students learn to find, evaluate, and use information...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
The Common Sense Education Information and Media Literacy topic page provides grade-level lessons, videos, and activities to help students learn to find, evaluate, and use information responsibly in the digital world. Resources focus on critical thinking skills such as identifying credible sources, recognizing bias, analyzing persuasive techniques, and distinguishing fact from opinion. Designed for use in technology, ELA, social studies, and advisory lessons, these materials support students in becoming thoughtful consumers and creators of media, strengthening skills they need to navigate an information-rich world with confidence and discernment.
tag(s): bias (33), critical thinking (179), digital citizenship (108), evaluating sources (45), internet safety (121), media literacy (122)
In the Classroom
Have students examine headlines or posts and decide which are credible, explaining their reasoning using source clues. Show a Common Sense video about evaluating information and discuss how misinformation spreads. Students can identify persuasive techniques in ads or social media posts and explain how they influence audiences. Have students use a checklist to analyze websites for author, evidence, bias, and purpose.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Cyberbullying & Online Harms - Common Sense Education
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
The Common Sense Education Cyberbullying and Online Harms topic page offers educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities that help students recognize, prevent, and respond to...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
The Common Sense Education Cyberbullying and Online Harms topic page offers educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities that help students recognize, prevent, and respond to cyberbullying and other online harms. Resources focus on topics such as identifying harmful behaviors, understanding the impact of online actions, building empathy, and learning strategies to navigate complex interactions safely in digital spaces. Organized by grade level and aligned to standards, these materials are designed for use in technology, health, ELA, social studies, or advisory lessons to help students create a safe, respectful online community.
tag(s): cyberbullying (43), digital citizenship (108), empathy (66), internet safety (121)
In the Classroom
Have students watch a Common Sense video and write or share one takeaway about preventing online harm. Have students explore how cyberbullying affects victims, bystanders, and those causing harm, building understanding of emotional impact. Students can analyze short cyberbullying situations and discuss how to respond safely and respectfully.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Resources for Teaching Students to Fact-Check - TCEA
Grades
4 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This blog post explains why teaching students to fact-check online content is essential in a world where misinformation, altered images and videos, and misleading news spread quickly....more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This blog post explains why teaching students to fact-check online content is essential in a world where misinformation, altered images and videos, and misleading news spread quickly. It defines fact-checking as the process of evaluating the credibility, accuracy, and validity of information and sources so students can determine what is true, what is questionable, and which sources can be trusted. The article highlights several educator-friendly tools to support this work, including the Civic Online Reasoning curriculum, resources from the News Literacy Project such as Checkology, PBS's Be MediaWise initiative, and a selection of established fact-checking websites. For teachers, this post provides a practical starting point for helping students build strong critical-thinking and digital-citizenship skills.
tag(s): evaluating sources (45), media literacy (122)
In the Classroom
Show students three short statements (one true, one misleading, one unclear). Students can sort them into categories and explain why they think each belongs where it does. Place simple kid-friendly articles or headlines at different stations. In small groups, have students rotate through stations to check for clues of credibility (author, date, purpose, source type). They should record quick notes on a "credibility checklist." Give students a short paragraph or infographic and have them underline facts vs. opinions. Then they identify the evidence needed to confirm the facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Confronting Apartheid - Facing History & Ourselves
Grades
9 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Confronting Apartheid is a comprehensive educational resource for students in grades 9-12 that examines the history of South Africa from before European colonization through the end...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Confronting Apartheid is a comprehensive educational resource for students in grades 9-12 that examines the history of South Africa from before European colonization through the end of apartheid to the establishment of a democratic nation. Through a series of readings and lessons, students explore colonization, racial segregation, the creation and enforcement of apartheid laws, resistance movements, and the efforts that led to a nonracial democracy. The resource encourages critical thinking about identity, justice, human rights, and civic responsibility. Teachers can easily print readings, save materials, and share resources through Google Classroom, making it a valuable addition to history, social studies, and civics instruction.
tag(s): africa (162), civil rights (219), identity (39), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Students can use Timeline JS, reviewed here to create a timeline for apartheid. As students are reading the materials online, they can take notes using Google Keep, reviewed here. Students can compare and contrast racial segregation in another part of the world using Venn Diagram Creator by Canva, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Apartheid Museum - Apartheid Museum
Grades
6 to 8
0 Favorites
0 Comments
The Apartheid Museum Resources page offers a collection of educational materials designed to help students understand apartheid, human rights, social justice, and South African history....more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
The Apartheid Museum Resources page offers a collection of educational materials designed to help students understand apartheid, human rights, social justice, and South African history. Teachers can access articles, historical background information, videos, downloadable resources, and primary source materials that explore the causes, impact, and legacy of apartheid. The resources encourage critical thinking and discussion about equality, discrimination, citizenship, and the role of individuals in creating social change. This site is a valuable tool for supporting instruction in history, social studies, civics, and global studies through authentic and engaging content.
tag(s): africa (162), civil rights (219), comics and cartoons (62), Nelson Mandela (29), primary sources (129), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Create stations featuring different topics from the museum resources, such as segregation laws, education, protests, daily life, and Nelson Mandela. Students can rotate through the stations, taking notes and identifying the effects of apartheid on people's lives. Students can use Wayground (formerly Quizizz), reviewed here to create a review quiz. Students can use Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here to create a presentation showing their understanding of the material.
This resource requires PDF reader software like Adobe Acrobat.
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Nelson Mandela: 33 Years of Freedom - Google Arts and Culture
Grades
5 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Google Arts & Culture's Nelson Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom is an interactive digital exhibit that explores the life, legacy, and impact of Nelson Mandela. Through photographs,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Google Arts & Culture's Nelson Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom is an interactive digital exhibit that explores the life, legacy, and impact of Nelson Mandela. Through photographs, videos, personal letters, historical documents, and timelines, visitors learn about Mandela's fight against apartheid, his years of imprisonment, his release in 1990, and his role in shaping a democratic South Africa. The exhibit also highlights the people and organizations that continue his work today, includes opportunities to test understanding through interactive features, and shares powerful lessons about leadership, perseverance, equality, and social justice that remain relevant around the world.
tag(s): africa (162), charactered (87), civil rights (219), Nelson Mandela (29)
In the Classroom
Have students read excerpts from Mandela's letters and write a journal entry or letter from Mandela's perspective. Have students use Mind Map Generator, reviewed here to showcase ways to honor Nelson Mandela today. Students can use Stickies.io, reviewed here to note noticing and wondering from Madela's letters and diary entries.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Nelson Mandela Foundation's Archive - The Nelson Mandela Foundation
Grades
9 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
The Nelson Mandela Foundation Digital Archive provides access to a rich collection of materials documenting Nelson Mandela's life, work, and legacy. Users can explore archival records,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
The Nelson Mandela Foundation Digital Archive provides access to a rich collection of materials documenting Nelson Mandela's life, work, and legacy. Users can explore archival records, photographs, speeches, letters, and other historical documents through categories such as Archival Descriptions, People and Organizations, Archival Institutions, Subjects, Places, and Digital Objects. The site also includes a brief introductory video that explains how to navigate and search the archive effectively. A "What's New" section highlights recently added materials, making it easy for educators, students, and researchers to discover new content and primary sources related to Mandela and South African history.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Students can use the information from The Nelson Mandela Foundation to compare and contrast using Google Drawing, reviewed here letters and transcripts from the news v. Madela's own diaries. Students can create a timeline of Mandela's life using Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here for notetaking as they explore the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Civics Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether you're teaching the foundations of government, constitutional rights, voting and elections, civic participation, current events, public policy, law and justice, or the role of media in democracy, this collection has something for every learner. Inside, you'll find interactive simulations, lesson plans, videos, primary source documents, discussion guides, games, virtual field trips, assessments, and digital tools -- all designed to help students become informed, engaged, and active citizens. Explore, share, and empower the next generation of civic leaders!
tag(s): branches of government (64), civics (128), civil rights (219), constitution (101), democracy (28), elections (85)
In the Classroom
Help your students learn more about civics. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Summer Olympics - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This collection of Summer Olympics resources is designed to help you harness the global excitement of the Games and turn it into a gold-medal learning experience. The Olympics offer...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This collection of Summer Olympics resources is designed to help you harness the global excitement of the Games and turn it into a gold-medal learning experience. The Olympics offer so much more than entertainment; they're actually a goldmine of teaching opportunities across virtually every subject area. From exploring the physics of a perfect dive to the mathematics of scoring and statistics, the geography of host nations, the science of athletic performance, the history of the ancient games, discussions of fairness and sportsmanship, and explorations of global cultures and traditions--the Olympics connect to your curriculum in countless ways. This curation provides everything you need to help students analyze data, find inspiration in the stories of athletes who have spent years training, videos related to the Summer Olympics and Olympiads, among other resources. Let's bring the torch into your classroom and show your students that the Olympic journey is just as much about the mind as it is about the body!
In the Classroom
This collection includes resources for all grades. Each review includes several ideas for classroom use. These are excellent tools to learn more about the history or science of the Olympics. Save (or bookmark) this list for students to use to review concepts. Explore the activities suggested.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Winter Olympics - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Get ready to bring the thrill of the slopes and the spirit of international competition right into your classroom! This collection of Winter Olympics resources is designed to help you...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Get ready to bring the thrill of the slopes and the spirit of international competition right into your classroom! This collection of Winter Olympics resources is designed to help you transform the excitement of the Games into powerful learning moments across every subject. Discover official Olympic pages, real-time medal trackers, physics of winter sports simulations (and games and videos), athletes' profiles, information about adaptive sports and Paralympics, and more. Whether your students are calculating velocity on the bobsled track, exploring the unique geography of the host mountains, or diving into the inspiring stories of world-class athletes, these tools make it easy to channel their natural enthusiasm into meaningful academic discovery. Let's go for the gold and turn the next Winter Games into an unforgettable educational adventure!
In the Classroom
Help your students learn more about the Winter Olympics. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Nelson Mandela - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Few historical figures embody resilience, forgiveness, and the power of standing up for justice quite like Nelson Mandela. His extraordinary journey--from rural childhood to anti-apartheid...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Few historical figures embody resilience, forgiveness, and the power of standing up for justice quite like Nelson Mandela. His extraordinary journey--from rural childhood to anti-apartheid activist, from 27 years of imprisonment to becoming South Africa's first Black president and a global symbol of reconciliation--offers students profound lessons about courage, perseverance, and the long arc of social change. Teaching about Mandela isn't just about covering historical facts; it's about exploring complex themes like systemic injustice, nonviolent resistance, the cost of principle, and the transformative power of forgiveness. His life raises questions that resonate deeply with young people: How do you stay committed to your beliefs when the price is incredibly high? Can people and nations truly change? What does it mean to fight for freedom, not just for yourself, but for everyone? This collection of web resources is curated to help educators move beyond basic facts, inviting students to engage with the complex journey of a man who transformed a nation and inspired the world. By investigating Mandela's life, students can reflect on their own capacity for leadership and the enduring importance of standing up for human dignity. Whether you're teaching history, character education, social studies, or exploring themes of justice and human rights, these resources will help your students understand why Mandela's example still matters today and what we can learn from his remarkable life.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Help your students learn more about Nelson Mandela. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Behind the Legend: 10 Things You Didn't Know About Nelson Mandela - Black History Studies
Grades
6 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This resource from Black History Studies presents ten fascinating facts about Nelson Mandela that go beyond the basic biography often taught in classrooms. Students can learn about...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This resource from Black History Studies presents ten fascinating facts about Nelson Mandela that go beyond the basic biography often taught in classrooms. Students can learn about Mandela's birth name, his work as a lawyer, his years of imprisonment during apartheid, his educational achievements while incarcerated, and other lesser-known aspects of his life and legacy. The article provides engaging reading material that helps students develop a deeper understanding of Mandela's role in the struggle for equality and justice in South Africa while encouraging critical thinking about leadership, perseverance, and human rights. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
This site includes advertising.
This site includes advertising.
tag(s): black history (131), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Students can create an infographic about facts that are not commonly known about Mandela using MindMeister, reviewed here. Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a book about Mandela's life. Students can use Stickies.io, reviewed here to create a virtual bulletin board of facts about Mandela.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
The Nelson Mandela Story for Kids - Bedtime History
Grades
3 to 6
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This educational video introduces students to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leader who played a key role in ending apartheid and promoting equality in South Africa. Through...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This educational video introduces students to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leader who played a key role in ending apartheid and promoting equality in South Africa. Through an age-appropriate overview, students learn how Mandela challenged unfair laws, endured many years in prison for his beliefs, and eventually became South Africa's first Black president. The video highlights important themes such as perseverance, courage, leadership, justice, and peaceful change, making it a valuable resource for lessons on world history, human rights, and character education. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
This site includes advertising.
This site includes advertising.
tag(s): africa (162), black history (131), charactered (87), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
While watching the video, students can take notes using Google Keep, reviewed here. After watching the video, ask students to write about a time they faced a challenge and how they overcame it. Students can use Google Drawing, reviewed here to compare and contrast Nelson Mandela to another famous figure.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Remembering Nelson Mandela - PBS LearningMedia
Grades
6 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This PBS LearningMedia resource explores the life, leadership, and legacy of Nelson Mandela through video and supporting materials that help students understand his role in ending apartheid...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This PBS LearningMedia resource explores the life, leadership, and legacy of Nelson Mandela through video and supporting materials that help students understand his role in ending apartheid and promoting reconciliation in South Africa. Students learn about Mandela's commitment to justice, equality, and peaceful change while examining the impact of his leadership on South Africa and the world. The resource encourages critical thinking about human rights, citizenship, perseverance, and individuals' power to create positive social change. It is well-suited for social studies, history, civics, and character education lessons in middle and high school classrooms.
tag(s): africa (162), black history (131), charactered (87), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Before starting the lesson, students can generate one word that comes to mind when they hear the name Nelson Mandela and post their one word using Mentimeter, reviewed here. Students can use Cartoon Comic Maker, reviewed here to create a comic timeline about Mandela's life. Students can create a magazine cover highlighting Mandela's impact on the world using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Nelson Mandela - Encyclopedia Britannica
Grades
2 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Nelson Mandela on Kids Britannica offers three reading levels -- Kids, Students, and Scholars -- making it easy to differentiate instruction for a variety of learners. The Kids version...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Nelson Mandela on Kids Britannica offers three reading levels -- Kids, Students, and Scholars -- making it easy to differentiate instruction for a variety of learners. The Kids version (grades K-5) introduces Mandela's early life, political activism, imprisonment, presidency, and later years using age-appropriate language. The Student version (grades 6-8) provides more detailed information about his leadership in the African National Congress (ANC), his imprisonment, receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, and his presidency of South Africa. The Scholar version (grades 9 and up) explores Mandela's life in greater depth, including his anti-apartheid activism, underground activities, the Rivonia Trial, incarceration, presidency, retirement, and notable quotations. This resource is an excellent tool for teaching biography, world history, human rights, and leadership while supporting readers at different levels.
tag(s): africa (162), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
Students can post their favorite Nelson Mandela quotes on a virtual bulletin board using Stormboard, reviewed here. Students can use SchoolAI, reviewed here to have a conversation with Nelson Mandela using their Historical Figure Chatbot. Students can use AI Mind Map Generator, reviewed here to share reasons why Nelson Mandela won the Nobel Peace Prize.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
The Life of Nelson Mandela - National Geographics Kids
Grades
3 to 6
0 Favorites
0 Comments
This National Geographic Kids article introduces students to the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela through engaging text, photographs, and fun facts. Students learn about Mandela's...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
This National Geographic Kids article introduces students to the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela through engaging text, photographs, and fun facts. Students learn about Mandela's childhood, his fight against apartheid in South Africa, his 27 years in prison, and his election as the country's first Black president. The article highlights themes of perseverance, equality, leadership, and social justice while presenting complex historical events in an accessible format for upper elementary and middle school learners. It is an excellent resource for lessons on world history, human rights, biography, and character education.
tag(s): africa (162), charactered (87), Nelson Mandela (29)
In the Classroom
Students can use Timeline Infographic Templates by Venngage, reviewed here to create a timeline of Nelson Mandela's life. Students can use Just Paste It, reviewed here to create a blog of how to celebrate Mandela's life. Students can debate using Tricider, reviewed here on who is the most influential person in history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Digital Footprint Identity - Common Sense Education
Grades
K to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
The Common Sense Education Digital Footprint and Identity topic page provides classroom resources that help students understand how their online actions shape their digital identities...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
The Common Sense Education Digital Footprint and Identity topic page provides classroom resources that help students understand how their online actions shape their digital identities and leave lasting traces. It includes educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities designed to teach students how to manage their digital footprints, make thoughtful choices about what they share, and protect their reputations online. Select from resources organized by grade level that support instruction in technology, ELA, social studies, and advisory settings, helping students develop awareness and decision-making skills to navigate the digital world responsibly.
tag(s): digital citizenship (108), digital literacy (35), internet safety (121)
In the Classroom
Show a short Common Sense video and have students write one takeaway about how online actions leave lasting footprints. Have students compare how people present themselves online versus in real life and reflect on authenticity and responsibility. Students can map out how a single post can spread over time and impact future opportunities such as school, jobs, or relationships.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Drawing with Mr. J - WOSU Public Media
Grades
K to 5
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Drawing with Mr. J is a video series from WOSU Classroom for students in grades K-5. In the videos, students will learn social and emotional skills and complete drawing challenges....more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Drawing with Mr. J is a video series from WOSU Classroom for students in grades K-5. In the videos, students will learn social and emotional skills and complete drawing challenges. Every video comes with a standards-aligned companion guide containing activities and resources for educators and parents. Use these videos in a variety of ways, including as a morning warm-up, a way to check in with students after lunch, or at other times throughout the day. These activities align with Strategy number 7 of Ohio's Strategic Plan for Education, Each Child, Our Future. Strategy 7 focuses on helping schools meet the needs of the whole child. There are six seasons of videos for you to use with your students. Videos are on YouTube; therefore, check that they are not blocked on your school account. Companion Guides are a PDF download.
tag(s): drawing (57), social and emotional learning (198)
In the Classroom
Students can grab a pencil, pen, or marker and participate in the video series with Mr. J. When finished, students can upload their artwork to Padlet, reviewed here to showcase. Students can use Google Forms, reviewed here to complete a self-reflection before and after Mr. J's activity.
This resource requires PDF reader software like Adobe Acrobat.
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Snopes - Snopes, Inc.
Grades
5 to 12
0 Favorites
0 Comments
Snopes is a long-established online fact-checking and reference website that helps users determine whether widely shared claims, rumors, urban legends, and viral stories are true, false,...more
Here is the direct link to share this resource review. Feel free to copy and paste this URL into an email or place it on your web page or blog so others can read this TeachersFirst review:
Snopes is a long-established online fact-checking and reference website that helps users determine whether widely shared claims, rumors, urban legends, and viral stories are true, false, or somewhere in between. It began in 1994, investigating folklore and internet myths, and has grown into one of the most widely consulted fact-checking resources online, offering detailed explanations and ratings that explain the evidence behind each claim. Snopes covers a wide range of topics from news and politics to science and pop culture, and it links to its sources so readers can explore the context for themselves. Its clear summaries and evaluation system make it a useful tool for teaching media literacy and critical thinking in the classroom.
This site includes advertising.
This site includes advertising.
tag(s): evaluating sources (45), internet safety (121), media literacy (122), myths and legends (44)
In the Classroom
Start class with a viral claim and have students predict whether it is true or false before checking Snopes. Have students analyze Snopes articles to identify claims, evidence, and sources, strengthening informational reading and research skills. Have students choose a claim, research it using credible sources, and write and share their own "fact-check" report modeled after Snopes articles using a multimedia tool such as Canva Docs, reviewed here or Animate from Audio, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Rating (click star to set rating):
You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
Use the form at the top of the page to log in, or click here to join TeachersFirst (it's free!).
Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
Close comment form