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Design Thinking - Tatonka
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2 to 4
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The Design Thinking page from Tatonka Education Services offers free classroom resources to help students develop creative problem-solving and innovation skills. Teachers can access...more
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The Design Thinking page from Tatonka Education Services offers free classroom resources to help students develop creative problem-solving and innovation skills. Teachers can access downloadable materials, including lesson plans, student worksheets, design-thinking rubrics, maker-space class agreements, and peer-critique tools. Ready-to-use project ideas include "The Box Project," "The Littles Design Thinking," and "Problems in Our Community," many of which align with standards such as ELA and Social Studies. These tools guide students through the design thinking stages, empathize, ideate, prototype, and test, while offering practical support for implementation in both traditional classrooms and maker space settings.
tag(s): collaboration (131), design (76), problem solving (279), STEM (374)
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Present students with a plain cardboard box and ask them to brainstorm as many creative uses as possible. Use this quick activity to show that everyday items can spark innovation. Have students work in teams to design a simple tool or toy for younger children (such as kindergarten or first grade). They can make digital sketches on ABCya, reviewed here. Begin with a class discussion about small problems in the school or local community. Record all student ideas on chart paper to encourage curiosity and connect design thinking to real-life issues.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Design Thinking Challenge: Design a Game - Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
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6 to 8
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The ORISE lesson plan "Design Thinking Challenge: Design a Game" is a middle school activity for grades 6-8 that introduces students to the design thinking process by having them create...more
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The ORISE lesson plan "Design Thinking Challenge: Design a Game" is a middle school activity for grades 6-8 that introduces students to the design thinking process by having them create a board game for younger learners. Over the course of about ten class periods, students move through the steps of empathizing with their audience, defining needs, brainstorming ideas, prototyping, testing, and refining their designs. Using simple classroom materials, they design content-based games that are both engaging and educational for first- and second-graders. The lesson emphasizes problem-solving, creativity, and iteration, while also encouraging collaboration and real-world application as students test their games with younger peers and improve them based on feedback. It provides a hands-on way to integrate STEM, critical thinking, and empathy into the classroom.
tag(s): collaboration (131), problem solving (279), professional development (322), STEM (374), thinking skills (130)
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Have students interview younger peers, siblings, or even adults reflecting on their childhood to learn what kinds of games children enjoy and what challenges they face when learning new rules. During the design process, have groups exchange their early prototypes with another group to play-test. Sharing prototypes and discussing designs builds peer feedback skills and helps students recognize gaps or confusing rules before testing with younger children. Introduce students to different mechanics used in professional games (dice rolling, spinners, strategy, chance, storytelling). Ask them to analyze how each mechanic affects player engagement and decide which to include in their designs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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What is Design Thinking? Activities for Kids - Twinkl Parents
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K to 8
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This blog article from Twinkl, reviewed here, "What Is Design Thinking? Activities for Kids" explains design thinking as a creative, student-centered...more
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This blog article from Twinkl, reviewed here, "What Is Design Thinking? Activities for Kids" explains design thinking as a creative, student-centered approach to problem solving that encourages learners to design solutions that meet real needs. It highlights how this process develops important skills, such as problem-solving, creativity, self-confidence, curiosity, and empathy, while engaging students in meaningful, hands-on learning. The article also shares ten practical activities for kids, including building marble mazes, creating recycled robot collages, designing VR games, crafting wildlife sculptures, and participating in junk modeling challenges, each designed to spark innovation and critical thinking. Additional resources are recommended to help teachers extend learning through STEM and design-technology themes, making this article a useful tool for guiding lessons and projects in which students explore, prototype, test, and reflect.
tag(s): design (76), empathy (69), problem solving (279), STEM (374), student-centered (10), thinking skills (130)
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Provide simple materials like cardboard, straws, and tape, and have students design and build their own marble mazes. Present students with a short scenario (e.g., a playground problem or classroom issue) and ask them to brainstorm possible solutions before learning the design thinking process. For older students, challenge them to sketch a virtual reality game or mobile app that helps others learn or solve a real-world problem.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Digital Literacy & Well-Being Curriculum - Common Sense Education
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K to 12
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Find over 140 lessons on relevant topics, including AI, cyberbullying, and screen time, for all grade levels at this comprehensive site (selecting high school takes users to a different...more
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Find over 140 lessons on relevant topics, including AI, cyberbullying, and screen time, for all grade levels at this comprehensive site (selecting high school takes users to a different site with lessons appropriate for high school students). Use filters to sort lessons by the recommended sequence, grade level, or topic to find options for lessons. Sign in to your free account to view and download all resource materials and activities, including handouts, slides, and a complete lesson plan. Some lessons include multiple parts, each taking approximately 20 minutes to complete.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), cyberbullying (44), digital citizenship (108), media literacy (130), mental health (60), Teacher Utilities (222)
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Add this resource to your collection of digital literacy activities that engage learners. After completing lessons, have younger students use Animate from Audio, reviewed here to create short, animated videos sharing their understanding of the content. For older students, consider creating podcasts with Adobe Podcast, reviewed here to share digital literacy and safety information with their peers. As an extension activity, have students use Trading Card Creator reviewed here to create trading cards that share information about the topics found on this site, such as healthy habits, information and media literacy, and privacy and safety.
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Roadmap for Using Computational Thinking in Schools - Computational Thinking Education Project
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K to 8
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Roadmap for Using Computational Thinking in Schools is a comprehensive PDF guide that helps educators understand and implement computational thinking across grade levels. The...more
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Roadmap for Using Computational Thinking in Schools is a comprehensive PDF guide that helps educators understand and implement computational thinking across grade levels. The roadmap explores why computational thinking is an essential skill for students, clearly defines its key concepts, and provides practical strategies for integrating it into classroom instruction. It also supports teachers in designing their own computational thinking activities and offers guidance on embedding these practices across subjects and throughout the school curriculum for long-term, meaningful implementation.
tag(s): computational thinking (45)
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Students can apply the ideas of computational thinking while playing coding games on Scratch, reviewed here. Students can create word clouds using Word Clouds, reviewed here to define computational thinking. Students can create a comic strip using Cartoon Comic Maker, reviewed here to teach younger students what computational thinking is.
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Computational Thinking and Modeling - National Science Teaching Association
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6 to 12
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National Science Teaching Association's Computational Thinking and Modeling features a playlist of resources. This playlist contains instructional materials and assessments, paired...more
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National Science Teaching Association's Computational Thinking and Modeling features a playlist of resources. This playlist contains instructional materials and assessments, paired with professional learning resources, to support implementation. The featured playlist uses StarLogo Nova, a program that allows students to program agents and their interactions using code blocks. The playlist consists of four resources: an orientation task, a lesson, an article, and a blog.
tag(s): blogs (82), computational thinking (45), playlists (8)
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Students can use the playlist that is featured on the site. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to write down notes as they are coding the blocks. Students can post their reactions and experiences on a virtual bulletin board such as Stormboard, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Connect: Computational Thinking - 21 Things 4 Educators
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K to 8
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The Connect section of the Computational Thinking module on 21 Things 4 Educators provides curated resources and tools to help educators incorporate computational thinking into...more
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The Connect section of the Computational Thinking module on 21 Things 4 Educators provides curated resources and tools to help educators incorporate computational thinking into teaching and learning. It includes activities and examples across grade levels that demonstrate key CT concepts, such as pattern recognition, sequencing, and problem-solving, using tools like MiTechKids task cards and ScratchJr. The page also offers links to classroom-ready lessons and ideas for both unplugged and technology-enhanced learning, helping teachers connect best practices with real instructional applications. Some of the links have YouTube videos, which will not be viewable if your district blocks YouTube.
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tag(s): coding (109), computational thinking (45)
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Students can participate in the various games and activities featured on the site. Students can create a Wakelet, reviewed here of featured resources that they would recommend to others to play. Students can use Lino, reviewed here to post their favorite game played.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Computational Thinking Lesson Plans and Resources - AFT's Share My Lesson
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K to 12
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Share My Lesson provides free computational thinking lesson plans and resources for grades K through 12. The collection features activities such as Chasing the Cursor with Scratch,...more
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Share My Lesson provides free computational thinking lesson plans and resources for grades K through 12. The collection features activities such as Chasing the Cursor with Scratch, AI for Kids: A Chatbox Exploration, ScratchJr: Hour of Code, and many others. A free account is required to access and download the lesson materials.
tag(s): coding (109), computational thinking (45)
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Students can take part in Chasing the Cursor with Scratch by using Scratch, reviewed here. They can design their own game using Scratch as well. Students can post their favorite ScratchJr game on Stickies.io, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Engineering Design and Practices - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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PBS: Engineering Design and Practices offers seventy computational thinking resources for students in kindergarten through grade twelve. The collection includes videos, documents, media...more
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PBS: Engineering Design and Practices offers seventy computational thinking resources for students in kindergarten through grade twelve. The collection includes videos, documents, media galleries, and full lesson plans. Featured resources include titles such as How Computers Calculate - The ALU: Crash Course Computer Science #5, Human Robot | PBS KIDS ScratchJr, Kibbles and Tricks | Lyla in the Loop, and Math Building: Lesson Plan | What's So Cool About Manufacturing?. Many items also provide Supporting Materials for Teachers and Students, Facilitator Guides, and standards alignments. Some resources are also available in Spanish.
tag(s): computational thinking (45), engineering (141)
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Students can watch Lyla in the Loop and complete the comprehension activity in the Supporting Materials for Students. After watching the video from SciGirls | Game Changers: Identify and Define, students can create a game and record themselves playing it using ScreenPal, reviewed here. Students can take notes using Google Keep, reviewed here while watching any of the Crash Course videos featured on PBS.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Civics of Technology Curriculum - Civics of Technology
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6 to 12
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Civics of Technology offers a free curriculum that teaches students to think critically about technology and its impact. The curriculum focuses on the organization's core mission, which...more
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Civics of Technology offers a free curriculum that teaches students to think critically about technology and its impact. The curriculum focuses on the organization's core mission, which uses a "technoskeptical" approach that promotes thoughtful questioning on the effects of technology. Included are interactive activities and in-depth lessons on topics such as media literacy and an examination of household technologies. The lessons include a variety of supplemental resources, including videos, Google Slides presentations, and related blog posts. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), critical thinking (187), inquiry (38), media literacy (130)
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Utilize these free curriculum materials to incorporate media literacy lessons into commonly taught subjects or to develop critical thinking skills. For example, use the "Unfolding a Smartphone" lesson to explore the development of communication methods from the invention of the alphabet to the emergence of smartphones. Use Project Zero Thinking Routines, reviewed here to enhance learning and understanding. Choose from a variety of thinking routines that provide focused activities to guide students in critical thinking and encourage them to consider different viewpoints.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ChatGPT for Teachers - ChatGPT
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K to 12
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ChatGPT makes its free, educational version available to United States teachers and school staff through June 2027. The educational version protects student data, meets FERPA requirements,...more
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ChatGPT makes its free, educational version available to United States teachers and school staff through June 2027. The educational version protects student data, meets FERPA requirements, and does not use the content to train ChatGPT models. It offers settings to remember details such as your grade level, curriculum, and preferred format, so responses feel tailored to your teaching style and classroom. Users can build presentations in ChatGPT with Canva and bring in lesson plans and files from Google Drive or Microsoft 365, so every chat starts with your classroom context. School and district leaders can create accounts that bring district and school staff into a single workspace with role-based controls. Create your account by completing the verification form with your school email, which verifies that you meet all requirements.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), chat (41), presentations (41), professional development (322)
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Use this educational version of ChatGPT for a wide range of classroom and professional needs. Create lesson plans that align with your state standards, upload your current lessons to create assessments or differentiate learning activities, or find new resources to supplement your current teaching materials. Take advantage of the integration with Canva, reviewed here, to create infographics, presentations, and other materials to enhance student learning. Canva is available through an app in this version of ChatGPT. Follow the instructions to link your accounts for easy access to all available features. Learn more by viewing the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Educator Excellence: Reclaiming Time and Enhancing Instruction, reviewed here, find out more about Canva's AI features by watching OK2Ask: Interactive Lessons with Canva's AI Magic Tools, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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VideoTutor - VideoTutor
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2 to 12
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful...more
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful for students preparing for standardized tests, such as the ACT and SATs; however, the site also offers explainer videos on addition facts for students as young as second grade. Begin by creating an account and "check in" to receive two credits each day. Earn additional credits by referring others to earn free credits. Create a video by adding a prompt to explain a topic or uploading an image to explain. VideoTutor creates your video, ready to watch, download, or share. Use the chat feature that is next to the video to ask questions and receive additional support. Sign in to VideoTutor with your email or Google. Members can generate videos in English or Chinese.
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Share this resource with students as a helpful tool for studying for standardized tests or as a support aid for your current curriculum. Share helpful videos on your class website or create a collection of videos using Wakelet, reviewed here to have readily available for student use. Extend student learning by asking them to create tutorials to share with their classmates using Powtoon, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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GeeksforGeeks School - GeeksforGeeks School
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8 to 12
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GeeksforGeeks School is a comprehensive academic learning hub designed primarily for middle and high school students (starting around grade 8). The site offers structured learning resources,...more
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GeeksforGeeks School is a comprehensive academic learning hub designed primarily for middle and high school students (starting around grade 8). The site offers structured learning resources, including concept explanations, practice questions, quizzes, mock tests, and assignments, to help teachers and students assess understanding and build mastery. Content spans a wide range of subjects, including Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, Social Studies, Commerce, and Computer Science, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and skill development. GeeksforGeeks School is especially useful for independent practice, remediation, and enrichment, as well as for students preparing for exams or strengthening foundational skills across core subject areas.
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tag(s): coding (109), Microsoft (55), problem solving (279), puzzles (172), quizzes (89), test prep (70)
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Students can take the practice quizzes and mock tests from the site. Students can take notes using NotebookLM, reviewed here. Students can do a show what you know video using Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Code Academy - Code Academy
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9 to 12
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Code Academy offers some free courses that equip people with the tools, resources, and opportunities to learn to code. Use the menu bar at the top of the screen, then, ...more
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Code Academy offers some free courses that equip people with the tools, resources, and opportunities to learn to code. Use the menu bar at the top of the screen, then, under the Catalog tab, go to "Explore All Courses." Under this tab, you can find your free courses. Free courses include Learn to Code with Blockly, Introduction to Cybersecurity, Learn HTML, Learn JavaScript, and more. Use your email or Google to sign up.
tag(s): coding (109)
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Students can try the free courses on the site and share them on Lino, reviewed here have them share one fact that they learned. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to take notes as they are participating in the course. Students can use Scratch, reviewed here to practice their new skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Coding Train - The Coding Train
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9 to 12
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The Coding Train is an educational and creative coding YouTube channel hosted by Daniel Shiffman, making programming fun and accessible for learners of all levels. The channel features...more
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The Coding Train is an educational and creative coding YouTube channel hosted by Daniel Shiffman, making programming fun and accessible for learners of all levels. The channel features a wide range of video tutorials exploring core programming concepts (such as variables, loops, and functions) and creative applications, including visual art, simulations, games, and machine learning, using languages like JavaScript with the p5.js library and Processing. Videos include both sequenced beginner-friendly lessons and engaging coding challenges that encourage exploration, experimentation, and creative problem-solving. Shiffman's energetic and enthusiastic approach helps demystify coding, inspiring students and educators alike to see code as a tool for artistic expression and interactive projects rather than just a means of technical instruction.
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tag(s): coding (109), simulations (47)
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After watching a video, students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post something new that they learned. Students can write step-by-step instructions in coding for themselves using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Students can use Scratch, reviewed here to practice their coding skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Inspirational Women in STEM- Amelia Earhart - Science Sparks
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Introduce your students to the inspiring legacy of Amelia Earhart through a blend of history and hands-on science with Science Sparks' Inspirational Women in STEM - Amelia Earhart resource....more
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Introduce your students to the inspiring legacy of Amelia Earhart through a blend of history and hands-on science with Science Sparks' Inspirational Women in STEM - Amelia Earhart resource. This engaging webpage provides a brief fact file on Earhart's groundbreaking achievements in aviation, complemented by interactive STEM activities for young learners. Students can explore concepts such as gravity by creating paper spinners, delve into aerodynamics by designing and building paper-plane launchers, and understand the difference between mass and weight through simple experiments. These activities not only reinforce scientific principles but also celebrate Earhart's pioneering spirit, making them ideal for elementary classrooms aiming to integrate science, history, and discussions on gender equality in STEM fields.
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tag(s): aircraft (26), gravity (52), mass (20), STEM (374), women (188), womenchangemaker (79)
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Guide students in making paper spinners to explore how shape and size affect flight. Have students test different designs and record which spinner falls the slowest or spins the longest. Tie this into Earhart's role as a pilot and the science behind aircraft movement. Set up a simple experiment where students compare mass and weight using scales and small objects. Connect the concept to Earhart's long-distance flights and the importance of fuel and weight in aircraft design. Using rubber bands, cardboard, and paper, have students design and test their own paper plane launchers. Challenge them to modify their planes for distance or accuracy, and relate the activity to innovation in aviation. After completing the science activities, students can create a comic strip using Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here or an illustrated poster that highlights both Amelia Earhart's accomplishments and one science concept they explored (e.g., gravity or aerodynamics).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Code - Code.org
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Hour of Code provides teachers, students, and parents with resources and activities to support computer science education and their new initiative, Hour of AI. Visit the "Learn" portion...more
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Hour of Code provides teachers, students, and parents with resources and activities to support computer science education and their new initiative, Hour of AI. Visit the "Learn" portion of the site to find videos, tutorials, and programming activities for all ages and ability levels. The "Teach" area features downloadable curricula for all grade levels, including instruction on coding and AI. Visit the link for parents to take advantage of activities that teach the fundamentals of coding through Hour of Code activities and self-paced computer science courses. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), coding (109), critical thinking (187), logic (170), problem solving (279), STEM (374)
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Bookmark and save this site to use during annual Hour of AI or Code activities and throughout the year as part of computer science instruction. Integrate coding activities into cross-curricular lessons, for example, by incorporating coding exercises that enable students to explore geometry and patterns within their math lessons. Integrate with science lessons to explore the scientific method or use coding activities to create interactive stories that bring student writing projects to life. Extend student learning by including activities and lessons from Hour of AI, reviewed here as part of your computer science curriculum. Share student projects on your class website or on a site such as Milanote, reviewed here to curate and share information.
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Minecraft Education Hour of Code: AI for Good - Minecraft Education
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Step into a world where coding meets creativity with Minecraft: Education Edition's "Hour of Code: AI for Good." In this interactive lesson, students become digital problem-solvers...more
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Step into a world where coding meets creativity with Minecraft: Education Edition's "Hour of Code: AI for Good." In this interactive lesson, students become digital problem-solvers as they guide their Minecraft Agent to analyze forest fires, collect data, and protect a virtual village using the power of artificial intelligence. Designed to introduce coding and AI in an engaging, game-based environment, this activity shows how technology can be harnessed for environmental good while fostering collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), coding (109), critical thinking (187), data (206), game based learning (313), problem solving (279)
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Have students complete the AI for Good Minecraft challenge, guiding their Agent to detect fires and protect the forest. Have them record observations about how coding decisions impact the environment and outcomes in the game using Book Creator, reviewed here. Ask students to design their own "AI for Good" scenario in Minecraft or on paper. They can use AI to clean oceans, track endangered animals, or reduce pollution, and write a short reflection explaining their idea. Have students create a class infographic or poster titled "How AI Helps Our Planet." These can be made on paper or digitally using DesignCap Poster Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Two Truths & AI Game - Common Sense Education
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5 to 12
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Common Sense Education offers "Two Truths and AI," an activity that invites students and educators to explore how artificial intelligence can blur the line between truth and fiction....more
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Common Sense Education offers "Two Truths and AI," an activity that invites students and educators to explore how artificial intelligence can blur the line between truth and fiction. The interactive encourages learners to examine short statements generated or influenced by AI, decide which are true or false, and reflect on how AI is creating convincing but potentially misleading content. In doing so, it promotes critical digital literacy by helping students understand how AI works, how it can shape information, and how to make thoughtful judgments about what they read or see online.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), digital literacy (38), game based learning (313)
In the Classroom
Share this game during the Hour of AI. Begin class with a "Two Truths and a Lie" icebreaker using everyday facts, then introduce the AI version from the website. Have students guess which statements might have been created by AI to start a discussion about how machines mimic human communication. Guide students to research examples of AI-generated content, such as news articles, art, or social media posts. In small groups, they can analyze clues that reveal when something might not be human-made and share their reasoning with the class. Challenge older students to write their own "Two Truths and an AI" statements using a classroom AI tool or generator such as Claude, reviewed here or ChatGPT, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hour of AI - CodeCombat
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4 to 12
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The CodeCombat "Hour of AI" offering is a free, playful learning experience that helps teachers guide students through introductory coding and artificial intelligence concepts using...more
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The CodeCombat "Hour of AI" offering is a free, playful learning experience that helps teachers guide students through introductory coding and artificial intelligence concepts using real languages like Python and JavaScript. Students work through a game-based environment, solving puzzles and writing code, making it highly engaging for visual learners and those new to computer science. With built-in teacher dashboards and structured progress tracking, the platform allows educators to monitor student growth and facilitate discussions about how AI works and why it matters. The experience is designed to demystify AI, move learners from consuming technology to creating it, and provide a highly interactive way to integrate coding and computational thinking into any classroom.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), coding (109), game based learning (313)
In the Classroom
Have students complete the first set of Hour of AI coding puzzles, where they write simple Python or JavaScript commands to help their hero solve problems. Present students with a partially incorrect code sample from one of the puzzles and challenge them to identify and correct the errors. After finishing a level, students write or record a short explanation of how their code worked, describing how the computer "thought" through the steps.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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