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Getty Center's Art and Architecture - Getty Center
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K to 12
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The Getty Museum's Art & Architecture curriculum offers a rich collection of free resources designed to help teachers introduce students to key concepts in art history, architecture,...more
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The Getty Museum's Art & Architecture curriculum offers a rich collection of free resources designed to help teachers introduce students to key concepts in art history, architecture, and design. Through hands-on lessons, students explore how artists and architects use elements like form, function, and materials to shape the world around us. The site provides detailed lesson plans, discussion prompts, and activities that connect visual arts with history, math, and science standards. These resources encourage critical thinking, creativity, and deeper appreciation of art and built environments.
tag(s): architecture (81), art history (103), critical thinking (170)
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Students can complete the lessons as presented on the site. Students can analyze, compare, and contrast other pieces of art that depict architecture. These comparisons can be shown on a Venn diagram. Students can make the diagram on paper or digitally using Venn Diagram Creator reviewed here. Finally, students can recreate the art that is shown in the lessons themselves using a different medium.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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I Can Be What? - WXXI Public Media
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K to 12
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"I Can Be What?" gives a sneak peek into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) careers. Careers highlighted include diesel mechanic, helicopter pilot,...more
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"I Can Be What?" gives a sneak peek into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) careers. Careers highlighted include diesel mechanic, helicopter pilot, wildlife technician, chocolatier, athletic trainer, and more. Each career contains a video explaining it and additional information. Some of the additional information includes links to jobs, related careers, and discussion questions.
tag(s): careers (200), engineering (137)
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Students can explore the various careers listed on the website and create a list of interesting jobs. Students can host virtual Q&As with people in their careers on the site. Have students create a digital story using Book Creator reviewed here with information including career, job descriptions, and requirements for the position. This book can be shared at a virtual jobs fair in an elementary school setting.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jigsaw Planet - Jigsaw Planet
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4 to 12
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Jigsaw Planet is an online platform allowing players to create, share, and solve jigsaw puzzles using personal images. While the platform is accessible to participants of all ages,...more
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Jigsaw Planet is an online platform allowing players to create, share, and solve jigsaw puzzles using personal images. While the platform is accessible to participants of all ages, it's important to note participants must be 13 years or older to use certain features according to their Terms of Service. For younger students in grades 4-8, educators can guide them in creating puzzles using age-appropriate images, ensuring compliance with the platform's guidelines. This activity fosters creativity, enhances problem-solving skills, and provides an engaging learning experience.
tag(s): fathers day (17), holidays (283), mothers day (29), puzzles (160)
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Students upload their images or class photos to Jigsaw Planet and create custom jigsaw puzzles. They can choose meaningful images like family photos or classroom memories. Encourage students to create puzzles as personalized gifts for holidays like Mother's Day or Father's Day. They can print and present the puzzle pieces as thoughtful, interactive gifts. Teachers can create jigsaw puzzles using educational content, such as historical events, scientific concepts, or vocabulary words. Students can then solve the puzzle while learning about the topic. Create a trivia-based jigsaw puzzle where each piece corresponds to a question or fact about a specific topic (ex., animals, historical figures, or math concepts). Students solve the puzzle and answer questions as they go.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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29 Free Mother's Day Label Templates That Show Your Infinite Appreciation - Online Labels
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K to 8
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OnlineLabels.com offers a variety of free printable Mother's Day label templates that educators can utilize to enhance classroom activities and create personalized gifts. These templates...more
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OnlineLabels.com offers a variety of free printable Mother's Day label templates that educators can utilize to enhance classroom activities and create personalized gifts. These templates include gift tags, stickers, and more, featuring customizable designs with messages like "Happy Mother's Day" and "Best Mom Ever." Teachers can download and personalize these templates to add a special touch to classroom projects or to assist students in crafting meaningful gifts for their mothers or loved ones. This resource provides an accessible and creative way to celebrate Mother's Day within the educational setting.
tag(s): mothers day (29)
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Students can choose a template from OnlineLabels.com to design and personalize the labels with messages, decorations, and artwork. Set up a labeling station where students can print out their personalized labels and use them to decorate gift bags, cards, or small gifts. Students can use the Mother's Day label templates to create a complete gift set for a mom or guardian. This could include labels for a jar of homemade cookies, a small plant, or a personalized photo frame.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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880+ Free Templates for 'Mothers day gifts' - Poster My Wall
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4 to 8
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PosterMyWall is an online platform that provides a vast collection of customizable templates, including over 880 Mother's Day gift templates such as flyers, posters, social media graphics,...more
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PosterMyWall is an online platform that provides a vast collection of customizable templates, including over 880 Mother's Day gift templates such as flyers, posters, social media graphics, and videos. These templates are fully editable, enabling personalized designs with their own messages, images, and branding elements. The platform's user-friendly interface simplifies the design process, making it accessible for individuals with varying levels of design experience. Additionally, PosterMyWall offers features like social media publishing and email campaigns, facilitating seamless sharing of personalized Mother's Day designs.
tag(s): infographics (68), mothers day (29)
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Students can use PosterMyWall to design personalized Mother's Day posters or flyers, incorporating images, text, and their creative messages. Students can design a social media graphic for Mother's Day, choosing a template and adding personal messages and pictures to create a shareable digital post. Have students work in small groups to create a Mother's Day campaign with posters, social media graphics, and flyers. After designing their Mother's Day projects, students can write a reflection about why they chose certain design elements, colors, and messages. This reflection can be included as part of the design.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Artsteps - Artsteps
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3 to 12
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ArtSteps is a web-based platform that enables members to create immersive 3D virtual exhibitions and spaces. Educators can utilize ArtSteps to design interactive virtual galleries,...more
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ArtSteps is a web-based platform that enables members to create immersive 3D virtual exhibitions and spaces. Educators can utilize ArtSteps to design interactive virtual galleries, allowing students to showcase their artwork, historical artifacts, or project work in a dynamic online environment. The platform supports integrating images, videos, text, 3D models, music, and narration, offering a versatile tool for digital storytelling and creative expression. ArtSteps also facilitates guided tours within these virtual spaces, enhancing the educational experience.
tag(s): digital storytelling (161), fathers day (17), mothers day (29), portfolios (21), virtual field trips (137)
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Have students take photos of their artwork, poems, or special memories to create a virtual photo gallery on Artsteps as a Mother's Day or Father's Day gift. After creating the virtual gallery, students can write descriptive captions or short stories explaining the significance of each photo or piece of artwork. Organize a virtual "gallery opening" where students guide their family members through their online exhibitions using Artsteps.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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37 Awesome Mother's Day Crafts and Activities - We Are Teachers
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K to 8
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View these diverse creative projects and engaging activities suitable for various grade levels to celebrate Mother's Day. Highlights include a free printable Mother's Day questionnaire...more
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View these diverse creative projects and engaging activities suitable for various grade levels to celebrate Mother's Day. Highlights include a free printable Mother's Day questionnaire that captures students' heartfelt sentiments, a "WOW-MOM" card integrating symmetry concepts, and a recycled bouquet project promoting environmental awareness. Each activity fosters creativity and personal expression, providing detailed instructions and printable resources to facilitate easy classroom implementation.
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tag(s): crafts (109), mothers day (29)
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Students can complete a printable questionnaire with prompts about their mothers (or motherly figures), capturing heartfelt and humorous responses. Have the students use forks and paint to create tulip prints on paper, resulting in vibrant floral artwork. Students can also cut and manipulate strips of construction paper to design unique 3D collages. Challenge your students to trace and cut out their handprints, folding down specific fingers to represent the American Sign Language sign for "I love you." Although these crafts were created for moms, they could be given to any loved one.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Learning Game Generator - Yourway Learning
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Create learning games with the AI-based Learning Game Generator for any topic or grade level. Begin by adding vital information, including grade level, learning outcome or objective,...more
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Create learning games with the AI-based Learning Game Generator for any topic or grade level. Begin by adding vital information, including grade level, learning outcome or objective, and the game's length. The Game Generator provides a document with instructions for playing the game, any required materials, and setup instructions. Use the provided tools to request changes to create a game that works for your classroom. Copy or download the document using the Manage Content Dropbox options when satisfied.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), assessment (139), Formative Assessment (45), game based learning (298), gamification (94), Teacher Utilities (205)
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Use the game generator to create activities for use during station rotations, whole-class games, or as a homework activity. Use the features included on this site to request changes until you identify a game that meets your needs and your class's. Be specific with your requests; for example, ask for a Jeopardy-style game that includes all of the answers to use in your game. If your class enjoys games that require a lot of movement or use puzzles, include that type of information in your prompt. Use this site to create questions for online game-maker tools such as Classroom Jeopardy, reviewed here and those found on TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Gamification Resources, reviewed here.Edge Features:
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Plan My Lesson Tool - Yourway Learning
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K to 12
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Planning lessons that provide engaging activities and meet curriculum standards can be challenging. The Plan My Lesson Tool uses AI to match both objectives in just a few seconds. After...more
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Planning lessons that provide engaging activities and meet curriculum standards can be challenging. The Plan My Lesson Tool uses AI to match both objectives in just a few seconds. After selecting start, complete the form by adding grade level or band, subject, and learning outcome and selecting to generate the result. After creating the document, use additional features to edit and adjust the activity to fit your needs. You can also choose sections of the document to request changes by chatting with Beans, this site's chatbot. Find options to download or export the finished document by visiting the Manage Content dropbox at the top of the page. You do need to create a free account to access this feature.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), professional development (302), Teacher Utilities (205)
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Take advantage of this lesson generation tool to create new lessons or improve your current lessons. Use this tool to generate a lesson in just a few minutes, then browse through the lesson plan to find new ideas and resources to include with your current plan. In addition to the lesson activity, plans include extension activities and additional resources to include in your planning. When writing the prompt to create a lesson, include as much information as possible to generate results that work for you. Items to include are class size, type of activities to include, and differentiation needs. Visit the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Creating Learning Objects, reviewed here to find many ideas for creating learning objects that accompany your lesson plan.Edge Features:
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Yourway - Yourway Learning
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K to 12
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Yourway offers a suite of AI-generated tools for educators. Choose from many generators to create lesson plans, assessments, and classroom activities. After selecting a generator, follow...more
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Yourway offers a suite of AI-generated tools for educators. Choose from many generators to create lesson plans, assessments, and classroom activities. After selecting a generator, follow the prompt to access a form to add information such as grade level, topic, or learning objective, and other directions. After the tool generates a response, you can request changes, manually edit the information, or save the document. Choose the Manage Document dropdown to copy the document to your clipboard, save it as a PDF, export it to Google Docs, or download your activity as a Microsoft .docx file. As you create activities, they are saved in the My Content area to revisit and reuse as needed.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), assessment (139), cross cultural understanding (177), differentiation (87), rubrics (38), social and emotional learning (160), Teacher Utilities (205), vocabulary (248)
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Take advantage of the many free tools available at Yourway to improve your lesson planning, increase student engagement, and save time. For example, use the Plan My Lesson Tool to create a lesson plan that matches learning objectives and teaching standards or create collaborative classroom activities in just a few seconds. When using AI-generation tools, include as much information as possible when writing a prompt to receive the best output. Ideas to include are the number of students in your class, the number of gifted students, and how many are on IEPs. Mention the type of activities your students enjoy and any other pertinent information that would help to create meaningful and engaging activities. Learn more about creating effective prompts at this blog post.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Design Squad Nation - PBS Kids
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2 to 8
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PBS Kids Design Squad features four activities: Design, Build, Watch, and Games. In the Design section, you can draw scenes of the outdoors, fashion, sports, food, animals, and more....more
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PBS Kids Design Squad features four activities: Design, Build, Watch, and Games. In the Design section, you can draw scenes of the outdoors, fashion, sports, food, animals, and more. In the Building section, you can create buildings, machines, toys, and vehicles. The Watch section features videos on learning with the Design Squad, do-it-yourself, and clips. The fidget games from the Games section include learning about electricity, farm life, natural disasters, and floods.
tag(s): crafts (109), design (76), engineering (137), game based learning (298), machines (17), musical instruments (60)
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Students can participate in the site's activities and enter challenges. Students can upload their work to Padlet, reviewed here to share with others. Students can learn more about electricity, farm life, natural disasters, and floods as they play the games on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Getty Center's Exploring Photographs - J. Paul Getty Museum
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The Getty Museum's Exploring Photographs provides the tools to analyze photography and enhance learning on any theme, topic, or historical period expressed or documented in photographs....more
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The Getty Museum's Exploring Photographs provides the tools to analyze photography and enhance learning on any theme, topic, or historical period expressed or documented in photographs. On the right side, "For the Classroom" links directly to lesson plans, image bank, analyzing photographs, CA State Standards Chart, and National Standards Chart. The three lessons featured are Visual Analysis Methods, A Closer Look, and Writing the Artist's Statement. Each lesson has a time allotted, overview, objectives, materials, steps, assessment, and extensions. The lessons are aligned with the Common Core Standards.
tag(s): critical thinking (170), images (263), photography (134)
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Students can complete the lessons presented on the site. Students can pick a different piece of artwork and use the ideas taught in the lesson to analyze it. Students can use Ourboox, reviewed here to create a book of artists and their artwork.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Art & Science: A Curriculum for K-12 teachers - The J. Paul Getty Museum
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K to 12
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The Getty Museum's Arts and Science: A Curriculum for K-12 teachers focuses on the science of art production and conservation and the scientific skills of investigation and experimentation;...more
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The Getty Museum's Arts and Science: A Curriculum for K-12 teachers focuses on the science of art production and conservation and the scientific skills of investigation and experimentation; it supports student proficiency in science and visual art. On the right side, "For the Classroom" links directly to lesson plans, image banks, timeline, glossary, print and web resources, and standard charts. The featured lesson topics are titled: Insect Anatomy and the Scientist as Illustrator, Capturing Light: The Science of Photography, and Fighting Corrosion to Save an Ancient Greek Bronze. Each lesson has a time allotted, overview, objectives, materials, steps, assessment, and extensions. Each lesson is divided into beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. The lessons are aligned with the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts.
tag(s): insects (62), photography (134)
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Students can complete the lessons as presented on the site, recreate the artwork in the lesson using a different medium, and learn about the time when the artwork was created.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Historical Witness, Social Messaging - The J. Paul Getty Museum
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The Getty Center's Historical Witness, Social Messaging lessons explore how art can provoke dialogue regarding the costs and consequences of important events in U.S. and world history...more
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The Getty Center's Historical Witness, Social Messaging lessons explore how art can provoke dialogue regarding the costs and consequences of important events in U.S. and world history while simultaneously effecting social change and increasing awareness among individuals and governments. On the right side, "For the Classroom" links directly to lesson plans, image banks, related works of art, glossary, print and web resources, and standards charts. Click Lesson Plans from the menu on the right to find the eight lesson topics featured; they include: Breaking the Chains, Rising Out of Circumstances, Celebration and Satire, Depicting Women and Class in a Global Society, Flawed Democracies, Human Rights, Land Use and Lawmaking in California, The Many Different Sides of War, What Is Work and Who Are the Workers?, and Putting a Spin on Current Events. Each lesson has a time allotted, overview, objectives, materials, steps, assessment, and extensions. Each lesson is divided into beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. The lessons are aligned to the California Visual Arts Standards, History-Social Science Content Standards for California Public Schools, and the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts.
tag(s): 1900s (83), 1910s (26), 1920s (25), 1930s (40), 1940s (70), 1950s (33), 1960s (55), 1970s (30), 1980s (21), 20th century (169), art history (103), images (263), photography (134)
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Share the lesson plans with your Students. They can also compare other images and resources from the same historical periods. Students can virtually interview an expert in the field during that era to learn more information and see their reactions to the images from the Getty Center. Record the interview and create a podcast using Adobe Podcast reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Getty Center's Who's Afraid of Contemporary Art? - The Getty Center's Who's Afraid of Contemporary Art?
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The Getty Center's Who's Afraid of Contemporary Art? challenges students to discover how "traditional" works of art have inspired and informed contemporary artists. On the right side,...more
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The Getty Center's Who's Afraid of Contemporary Art? challenges students to discover how "traditional" works of art have inspired and informed contemporary artists. On the right side, "For the Classroom" links directly to lesson plans, an image bank of contemporary art, and a glossary bank. The four lessons featured are titled A Bug's Journey, Chairs, Rooms, and Time Travel, Moving Pictures, Moving Stories, and Sculptural Space/s. Each lesson includes the time allotted, an overview, objectives, materials, steps, assessment, and extensions. The lessons are aligned with the California Visual Arts Standards and the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts.
tag(s): art history (103), artists (98)
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Share the lessons on the site with your class. Students can use Ourboox, reviewed here to create a book on different contemporary artists. Students could also virtually visit a museum or gallery that hosts a contemporary art collection.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mice in the Museum - Google Arts and Culture
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Follow two curious mice, August and Pearl, as they explore the artwork in over one hundred museums worldwide. Their easy-to-understand observations and conversations provide a unique...more
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Follow two curious mice, August and Pearl, as they explore the artwork in over one hundred museums worldwide. Their easy-to-understand observations and conversations provide a unique and playful perspective. After launching the activity, choose to explore by art or museum view. Replay conversations and toggle on subtitles if desired. After listening to the conversation, return to choose a new selection or choose the link to explore other art available in the museum.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), artists (98), museums (52)
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Mice in the Museum's playful conversations and perspectives offer an opportunity to introduce art and artists in a way that engages learners in a new way. Share this site with students and encourage them to explore the artwork and learn about artists that interest them. Use Project Zero Thinking Routines, reviewed here, such as See, Think, Wonder, to enhance student learning and discuss their findings. Extend learning by asking students to research their favorite artist and share their findings with the class by creating a short animated video using Animate from Audio, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Maya Archaeologist - Dr. Diane Davies
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3 to 8
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Maya Archaeologist is a free website that shares information on the making of jewelry and music in the Mayan civilization. The site includes videos on jade and musical instruments....more
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Maya Archaeologist is a free website that shares information on the making of jewelry and music in the Mayan civilization. The site includes videos on jade and musical instruments. Additionally, it provides step-by-step instructions for making the Mayan death mask, headdress, and whistle.
tag(s): art history (103), mayans (32), south america (80)
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Students can complete the activities on the website. Students can research more about the usage of jade and other precious metals and their functions. Finally, students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare the different materials that Mayans used with other civilizations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Remini AI - Bending Spoons
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6 to 12
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Remini AI is a photo and video enhancement tool that uses advanced AI technology to restore old or blurry images, sharpen details, and improve resolution. The website offers a free...more
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Remini AI is a photo and video enhancement tool that uses advanced AI technology to restore old or blurry images, sharpen details, and improve resolution. The website offers a free version where you can enhance photos by watching ads, making it accessible for occasional use or small projects. This platform can be a useful resource for educational projects involving historical photos or creative presentations.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (268), photography (134)
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Provide students with old, low-quality historical or family photos. Use Remini AI to restore the images and discuss the stories or history behind them or have them write a story about the photo. Have students use Remini AI to enhance famous artworks or historical photos. Compare the restored versions with the originals and discuss how AI can help preserve cultural artifacts. Incorporate Remini AI into a lesson about artificial intelligence. Explore how AI works in photo enhancement and connect it to broader discussions on AI's role in everyday life, technology, and careers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Library of Congress Research Guides - Library of Congress
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4 to 12
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides...more
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides help teachers incorporate authentic historical artifacts, government records, and literary works into their lessons, enhancing students' critical thinking and research skills. With ready-to-use teaching resources, topic guides, and bibliographies, this site supports interdisciplinary learning and provides rich content for inquiry-based projects in history, literature, civics, and more.
tag(s): african american (130), architecture (81), black history (129), branches of government (63), civics (127), civil rights (220), civil war (143), conservation (107), energy (138), engineering (137), environment (252), foreign policy (13), hispanic (54), industrialization (12), jews (63), latin (23), literature (213), middle east (51), native americans (131), nutrition (138), photography (134), politics (124), population (54), religions (121), Research (82), sports (87), statistics (128), women (186), womenchangemaker (78), womens suffrage (64)
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Assign students to explore a Library of Congress guide on a historical event (ex., Civil Rights Movement, World War II) and have them read and summarize a firsthand account or diary (or blog) entry. Students can then write a journal entry or letter from someone who lived through the event. Try a simple blogging tool like Telegra.ph reviewed here. Choose a literature-focused research guide related to a classic novel or author (such as To Kill a Mockingbird or The Great Gatsby) and have students create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or a newspaper front page using a template from Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NPR- Breaking News, Analysis, Music, Arts, and Podcasts - NPR
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features...more
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features engaging audio stories, in-depth journalism, and educational content that can enhance classroom discussions and critical thinking skills. Teachers can use NPR's stories to connect lessons to real-world events, introduce students to diverse perspectives, and encourage media literacy. Additionally, NPR's student-friendly resources, such as NPR Ed and Student Podcast Challenge, provide interactive and project-based learning opportunities.
tag(s): civil rights (220), cultures (289), journalism (74), news (224), podcasts (155), scientists (71), space (242)
In the Classroom
Have students listen to NPR's Student Podcast Challenge winners for inspiration and assign them to create a short podcast episode on a topic related to your curriculum. Use free tools like NPR's podcast resources or Buzzsprout, reviewed here to guide their scriptwriting and recording process. Choose an NPR article and a similar report from another news source and have students analyze the tone, word choice, and sources used. Use NPR's science and history archives to explore a key discovery or event. Have students present their findings through a timeline project using Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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