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Design Thinking: A Framework to Foster Creativity in the Classroom - Education Futures Academy
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4 to 12
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The Design Thinking guide, a free PDF from the Education Futures Academy, is a comprehensive resource that offers nine adaptable lessons to guide students through the stages of design...more
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The Design Thinking guide, a free PDF from the Education Futures Academy, is a comprehensive resource that offers nine adaptable lessons to guide students through the stages of design thinking, including empathize, define, ideate, prototype, test, and evaluate. Created by experts and aligned with the Australian Curriculum, this flexible framework promotes creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving across diverse subjects and year levels. It provides clear instructions, extra materials, and flexible timing to help teachers bring human-centered innovation into the classroom.
tag(s): problem solving (284), collaboration (146), critical thinking (194), thinking skills (137), design (66)
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Have students interview classmates, teachers, or community members about a real problem (e.g., recycling in school, playground safety). Use sticky notes or a digital tool like Padlet, reviewed here for students to post as many ideas as possible in the ideation stage. Ask students to quickly build a low-cost prototype with simple materials (cardboard, tape, string). They can present it to peers, who then give feedback on how well it solves the identified problem.
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10+ Free EduProtocol Templates Plus Ideas for Using Them in the Classroom - Ditch That Textbook
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K to 12
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EduProtocols are lesson frames that promote active learning and deepen student understanding. These protocols are adaptable for all ages and subject areas. This site features a short...more
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EduProtocols are lesson frames that promote active learning and deepen student understanding. These protocols are adaptable for all ages and subject areas. This site features a short video explaining EduProtocols, more than 10 templates, and tips and ideas for using them. Viewers can find most of the templates in Google Slides, reviewed here and Seesaw, reviewed here and many include links to videos and webinar archives that provide in-depth information on preparing and using specific protocols.
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tag(s): professional development (317), visual thinking (17), thinking skills (137), critical thinking (194)
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Save this site to use as an introduction to EduProtocols or as a resource for templates and advice on using EduProtocols. Include EduProtocols as part of choice boards or playlists to engage students in hands-on, active learning activities. Use these ideas as a model to create EduProtocol slide templates for your classroom using Google Slides, reviewed here or Canva for Education, reviewed here. Learn more about EduProtocols by reading the book, EduProtocol Field Guide by Marlene Hebern and John Corippo.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior - TeacherVision
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K to 12
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TeacherVision's Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior provides teachers with a practical, ready-to-use list of positive behavior comments for report cards or progress reports. The...more
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TeacherVision's Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior provides teachers with a practical, ready-to-use list of positive behavior comments for report cards or progress reports. The resource focuses on clearly describing student behaviors such as cooperation, responsibility, effort, participation, and self-control using strengths-based language. It is especially helpful for saving time during grading periods while ensuring feedback is specific, encouraging, and professional. The comments can also be adapted for conferences, behavior notes, or goal-setting conversations with students and families.
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tag(s): classroom management (155), teaching strategies (94), behavior (51)
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Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to list examples of adjectives that they can use to describe positive behavior in their classroom. Students can create magazine covers using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here to showcase examples of positive student behavior. Finally, students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a book of positive student behavior with visuals.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Children's Historical Books - Open Culture, LLC
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2 to 12
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This article from Open Culture highlights a freely available digital archive of thousands of historical children's books spanning the 18th through the mid-20th centuries. The collection...more
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This article from Open Culture highlights a freely available digital archive of thousands of historical children's books spanning the 18th through the mid-20th centuries. The collection allows educators to browse and download full-text editions of vintage readers, fairy tales, alphabet books, moral instruction titles, and more. It offers a rich resource for exploring how children's literature reflected cultural values, educational norms, and historical contexts over time. Teachers at any grade level can use these materials to support inquiry into literary history, compare past and present classroom texts, incorporate primary-source reading into lessons, and spark discussions about how children's books shape our understanding of childhood and learning.
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tag(s): literature (215), alphabet (46), cultures (286), book lists (168), OER (54)
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Invite students to create an illustrated mini-book on paper or digitally using Write Reader, reviewed here inspired by the structure and style of a historical text. Have students select a page from a historical book and rewrite it in contemporary language. They can update dialogue, replace unfamiliar vocabulary, and modernize the setting. Choose a short historical children's book and conduct a "Then vs. Now" picture walk. Students compare book covers, illustrations, and vocabulary with those of modern titles, noticing how styles and themes have changed.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Collins Dictionary - HarperCollins
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3 to 12
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This site offers a robust and reliable digital dictionary and thesaurus service that draws on nearly 200 years of editorial expertise. It features over one million words and entries,...more
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This site offers a robust and reliable digital dictionary and thesaurus service that draws on nearly 200 years of editorial expertise. It features over one million words and entries, including clear definitions, real-world example sentences, images, and audio/video pronunciations for both British and American English. It also provides synonyms, thematic word lists, language games, and quiz features, as well as bilingual translation support in 27 languages, making it a versatile resource for both classroom language instruction and individual student reference.
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tag(s): thesaurus (21), dictionaries (40)
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Provide students with a list of vocabulary words from a current text and encourage them to look up definitions, audio pronunciation, and example sentences. Have students choose one strong verb or adjective from a piece of writing or a reading selection. Using the thesaurus feature, they find 2-3 synonyms and rewrite one or two sentences to improve clarity or creativity. Have students explore the translation tool by selecting one vocabulary word and learning how it appears in another language they are familiar with or curious about. Students can create a mini word card that includes the English definition, the translated word, the pronunciation, and a drawing that represents the meaning.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Historical Witness Lesson Plans - J. Paul Getty Museum
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4 to 12
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Step into the stories behind powerful works of art and discover how pictures can convey just as much meaning as words. The Historical Witness, Social Messaging curriculum from...more
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Step into the stories behind powerful works of art and discover how pictures can convey just as much meaning as words. The Historical Witness, Social Messaging curriculum from the J. Paul Getty Museum enables students to investigate how artists respond to real historical events, from struggles for human rights to changes in communities and cultures. With lessons organized into beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels, teachers can easily adapt the content for use in upper elementary through high school. This resource encourages critical thinking, discussion, and meaningful connections between the past and issues students see in the world today.
tag(s): 1900s (87), women (197), critical thinking (194), cultures (286), communities (37), civil rights (230)
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Present a powerful artwork from the resource and have students silently observe before sharing what they see, what they think is happening, and what they wonder. Students infer the person represented in the artwork and what message the artist wants viewers to understand. Have them write a short "artist statement" or a mini-narrative from the perspective of someone in the image. After discussing how art can influence social change, students can create posters with positive messages that support fairness, kindness, or community issues. They should explain their design choices and connect their posters to themes found in the original artwork. Make posters digitally using DesignCap Poster Creator, reviewed here.
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LETSFIND Poll Creator - Samuel Schaffranek
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2 to 12
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Letsfind is a free, easy-to-use poll creator. Type in a topic of discussion, then choose between creating a date or a text poll. The poll can be accessed with a ...more
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Letsfind is a free, easy-to-use poll creator. Type in a topic of discussion, then choose between creating a date or a text poll. The poll can be accessed with a QR code or link when finished. You get a link to edit your poll, a link to send to voters, and a link to view results. Advanced poll options include preventing multiple votes from the same participant and receiving a notification when a new vote is submitted.
tag(s): polls and surveys (44), quiz (57), data (215), Formative Assessment (52)
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Create curiosity, activate prior knowledge, and generate discussion before introducing a new topic or concept; create a poll with questions about the upcoming lesson. Display the poll on a screen or ask students to access it on their devices. Quickly generate formative assessment surveys throughout a lesson or unit. Students can also engage in peer discussion by comparing their responses and explaining their reasoning. Promote critical thinking, collaboration, and applying knowledge beyond the classroom by using Letsfind to design collaborative projects or opinion polls. Divide students into groups and assign them a real-world problem or scenario related to the topic. Each group can create a poll to gather opinions or propose solutions. They can then share their suveys with other groups, gather responses, and analyze the data collected.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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13 Mother's Day Celebration Ideas in School - HMH and Marcela Grillo
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K to 5
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Cards are a classic choice for Mother's Day, but this site offers several unique ideas to celebrate the moms in our students' lives. Suggestions include making Mom the hero in ...more
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Cards are a classic choice for Mother's Day, but this site offers several unique ideas to celebrate the moms in our students' lives. Suggestions include making Mom the hero in a comic strip, hosting an awards presentation, and writing about memorable moments shared with Mom. Each idea requires little preparation and expense, making it perfect for any classroom.
tag(s): poetry (196), crafts (110), mothers day (29), holidays (294)
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Bookmark and save this site to find engaging projects students can create while celebrating the mom in their lives. If using the suggestion to create a coupon book for mom, use the template provided by Activities for Kids, reviewed here. Create comics using ReadWriteThink's Comic Creator, reviewed here or Toony Tool, reviewed here. Find additional ideas for Mother's Day crafts and projects on the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page for Mothers' Day Resources, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Father's Day - History
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K to 5
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Learn the history of this holiday and learn why it took 58 years after Mother's Day became an official holiday. ...more
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Learn the history of this holiday and learn why it took 58 years after Mother's Day became an official holiday.
tag(s): fathers day (17), holidays (294)
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First, create a reading guide for your younger students and weaker readers using eMargin, reviewed here. Next, introduce this article to the class on your whiteboard. Engage students by reading the title Father's Day: Controversy and Commercialism. Then, pair stronger readers with a weaker reader to read both articles and create a timeline using one of Canva's Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here. For older students, you could also have them create an AI timeline using MyLens, reviewed hereto compare their timeline to the MyLens timeline.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Limetown - Two-Up
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7 to 12
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The Limetown podcast by Two-Up Productions offers a unique blend of mystery and storytelling, perfect for engaging students in discussions about narrative structure, character development,...more
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The Limetown podcast by Two-Up Productions offers a unique blend of mystery and storytelling, perfect for engaging students in discussions about narrative structure, character development, and critical thinking. The podcast follows a fictional investigative journey into the disappearance of over 300 people at a research facility, making it ideal for sparking classroom debates and writing prompts. Educators can access a collection of ready-made classroom resources, including discussion guides and lesson plans, via a Dropbox link on the website.
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tag(s): critical thinking (194), narrative (16), mysteries (30), characterization (17), podcasts (191), charactered (87), listening (120)
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Have students create a character map for key figures in the podcast. While listening to each episode, students can maintain a journal where they jot down key themes, emotions, and questions. After listening to a few episodes, have students work in groups to create a short podcast using a resource like RedCircle, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wolf 359 - Wolf 359
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7 to 12
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Wolf 359 is a free and fictitious podcast set on board the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station, seven and a half light years away from Earth. The dysfunctional crew deals with ...more
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Wolf 359 is a free and fictitious podcast set on board the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station, seven and a half light years away from Earth. The dysfunctional crew deals with daily life-or-death emergencies while searching for signs of alien life and discovering there might be more to their mission than they thought. Wolf 359 has 4 seasons with a total of 61 episodes.
tag(s): listening (120), space (249), earth (187), podcasts (191)
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In the classroom, Wolf 359 can be critiqued by students. Students can create additional endings to the Wolf 359 series. Finally, students can use their imagination to create the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Friends of Gillette Castle State Park - The Gillette Castle Friends
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4 to 12
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The Gillette Castle Friends website's photo and video gallery offers an engaging glimpse into the unique architecture and history of Gillette Castle, built by the actor William Gillette....more
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The Gillette Castle Friends website's photo and video gallery offers an engaging glimpse into the unique architecture and history of Gillette Castle, built by the actor William Gillette. Teachers can use this resource to visually introduce students to historic architecture, highlighting features like medieval-style design, quirky details, and scenic surroundings. It serves as an engaging tool for discussions on historical preservation, architectural styles, or regional history. The photos and videos allow students to explore the castle's intricate craftsmanship and design, making history more tangible and accessible. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
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tag(s): virtual field trips (154), connecticut (3), architecture (81), medieval (36)
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After viewing the gallery, students can create their own "castle" design inspired by Gillette Castle. They can draw floor plans, include unique features like secret passages or quirky rooms, and present their designs to the class, explaining how the original structure inspired them. Students can analyze the unique architectural details shown in the gallery and research why certain design elements (Ex. medieval motifs, custom locks, stonework) were popular or unusual at the time. Inspired by Gillette Castle's mysterious atmosphere, students can write a short story set in the castle, perhaps incorporating its unique features, like hidden rooms or secret staircases, as plot elements. Students could write (and share) their short stories using Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Rome- Myths and Legends for Kids and Teachers - Mr. Donn
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4 to 8
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The "Ancient Roman Myths" page on Mr. Donn's website provides a collection of Roman myths and legends tailored for classroom use. It includes engaging retellings of popular stories,...more
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The "Ancient Roman Myths" page on Mr. Donn's website provides a collection of Roman myths and legends tailored for classroom use. It includes engaging retellings of popular stories, such as the founding of Rome by Romulus and Remus, and myths about Roman gods and goddesses. The site also offers teaching resources, activities, and links to explore how Roman mythology influenced Roman culture, religion, and daily life. This webpage is perfect for upper elementary and middle school students and is ideal for integrating mythology into social studies, language arts, or cross-curricular lessons. It's an excellent tool to help students explore the storytelling traditions of Ancient Rome while making connections to broader historical themes.
tag(s): romans (54), myths and legends (42), italy (30), rome (38)
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Divide students into small groups and assign each group a Roman myth from the website. Have them create and perform short skits retelling the myth. Using examples of Roman deities from the website, have students design their own Roman god or goddess. They should describe the deity's domain, symbols, personality traits, and a myth involving them. Students can present their creations through drawings, writing, or digital art using Google Drawings, reviewed here or Draw.io, reviewed here. Challenge students to write a myth set in the modern world but inspired by Roman mythology. For example, they could create a story where a Roman god intervenes in contemporary life. Provide students with a list of Roman gods and their Greek counterparts (ex., Jupiter and Zeus, Venus and Aphrodite). Ask them to research and compare the two versions, focusing on similarities and differences in myths and cultural significance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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National Reading Month - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 8
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Celebrate National Reading Month with engaging activities that encourage students to explore the world, write their own stories, and harness the power of books to create projects and...more
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Celebrate National Reading Month with engaging activities that encourage students to explore the world, write their own stories, and harness the power of books to create projects and presentations. Students can also participate in STEM and history-based lessons. Featured activities include March Into Reading, Story Quest, Reading Around the World, and Books to Build. Grade bands for the lesson plans are organized as follows: Kindergarten-Grade 2, Grades 3-5, and Grades 6-8. Each activity is linked to a Google Slides presentation that provides a teacher overview, estimated time required, targeted skills, and reflection prompts.
tag(s): digital reading (18), STEM (393)
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Have students complete the Story Quest activity by choosing a reading-themed mission from the slides, and create a comic strip on paper or using Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here. Set up a classroom "passport" system where students stamp their passports after reading books from different regions. Pair a STEM-based story (like Rosie Revere, Engineer) with a hands-on engineering challenge, such as building a simple machine or bridge using classroom materials to solve a problem from the book. After reading a book with a strong setting or theme, have students design and build a model (using paper, recyclables, or digital tools like Tinkercad reviewed here) that represents a key element, such as a character's home or an invention from the story.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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7 Interesting Ways to Use Instagram in Classroom - eLearning Infographics
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4 to 12
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The infographic "7 Interesting Ways To Use Instagram In Classroom" from eLearning Infographics presents creative strategies for integrating Instagram into educational settings to enhance...more
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The infographic "7 Interesting Ways To Use Instagram In Classroom" from eLearning Infographics presents creative strategies for integrating Instagram into educational settings to enhance student engagement and learning. It suggests creating a private school community account to share student work, allowing students to post subject-related photos (such as mathematical concepts or favorite literary characters), and using images as prompts for impromptu essays or stories. Additionally, it recommends recognizing student achievements by featuring their work monthly, tracking performance over time through shared activities, assigning projects that document scientific processes (like chemical reactions or plant growth), and organizing fun events where students portray comic characters and share related photos.
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tag(s): infographics (72), digital citizenship (113), social media (65), digital storytelling (178)
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Students take or find images that represent classroom topics (e.g., examples of symmetry, weather patterns, character traits) and submit them to the teacher for posting. Each week, feature one student's artwork, writing, or project on a classroom slideshow or private feed to encourage pride in work and peer recognition. During a science experiment or multi-step project, students can document each stage with photos and captions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Would You Rather Game - Genially
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K to 1
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Looking to spark lively discussions and critical thinking in your classroom? The Would You Rather Game template from Genially offers an interactive platform where students choose between...more
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Looking to spark lively discussions and critical thinking in your classroom? The Would You Rather Game template from Genially offers an interactive platform where students choose between two options and articulate their preferences and reasoning. This free, fully customizable template lets you tailor questions to your lesson objectives, whether you're teaching language arts, social studies, or science. With features like animations and multimedia integration, it turns traditional classroom activities into engaging experiences, making it useful across grade levels and subjects.
tag(s): critical thinking (194), game based learning (294), gamified learning (61)
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Kick off class with fun or themed "Would You Rather" questions (e.g., book vs. movie, Mars vs. ocean exploration) to build classroom community and get students thinking. Create questions from the viewpoint of a novel's character or historical figure. For example, "Would you rather lead a peaceful protest or publish a newspaper article?"--then discuss what the character might choose and why. Assign students to create their own "Would You Rather" questions based on a content area (e.g., ecosystems, math strategies, historical eras), and then lead the game with peers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Amelia Earhart Letter Archive - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Step into the world of early aviation and explore the personal insights of a pioneering aviator with the Amelia Earhart Letter Archive, ca. 1930, from PBS LearningMedia's Antiques Roadshow...more
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Step into the world of early aviation and explore the personal insights of a pioneering aviator with the Amelia Earhart Letter Archive, ca. 1930, from PBS LearningMedia's Antiques Roadshow collection. This brief video segment presents a collection of letters written by Amelia Earhart, offering students a unique opportunity to analyze primary sources. Through these letters, learners can examine how Earhart shaped her public image and contributed to the narrative of 20th-century aviation.
tag(s): aircraft (24), women (197), womenchangemaker (101)
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Begin by watching the short video and then have students examine excerpts from the letters and highlight words or phrases that reveal Earhart's personality, goals, or challenges. Encourage them, in small groups, to share what they inferred about her character. After reading and discussing the letters, students write a 1930s-style newspaper article about Earhart's achievements, using quotes from the letters to provide authenticity and voice. Ask students to imagine they are a modern explorer or aviator and write their own "letter to the future," reflecting on the importance of perseverance, innovation, or gender equality, echoing themes from Earhart's writing.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Copilot Chat - Microsoft
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K to 12
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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a secure, AI-powered tool available to Microsoft 365 subscribers, supporting functions like drafting content, summarizing information, brainstorming, analyzing...more
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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a secure, AI-powered tool available to Microsoft 365 subscribers, supporting functions like drafting content, summarizing information, brainstorming, analyzing files, and generating visuals. It keeps data private, aligns with existing security policies, and aids educators with lesson planning, feedback, collaboration, and compliance.
tag(s): digital literacy (42), editing (97), summarizing (30), artificial intelligence (372)
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After collecting survey data or conducting a class experiment, students can use Excel and Copilot to summarize findings and generate graphs, demonstrating how AI supports effective data analysis and visualization. Following this, have students draft a paragraph, story, or essay and then work with Copilot to review grammar, tone, or structure, which promotes self-editing and reflective writing while reinforcing digital literacy. To further integrate Copilot, assign students a topic (e.g., climate change, a historical figure, or a math concept) and let them use the tool to create a summary. Then, have them evaluate the AI response, verify the information, and present their findings with their own enhancements.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Open Cultures Free Movies Online - Open Culture, LLC
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The "Free Movies Online" section of Open Culture offers teachers access to a vast library of more than 4,000 films available legally and for free, spanning beloved classics, independent...more
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The "Free Movies Online" section of Open Culture offers teachers access to a vast library of more than 4,000 films available legally and for free, spanning beloved classics, independent cinema, documentaries, silent movies, Westerns, noir, and more. Popular titles and collections include works by directors such as Alfred Hitchcock (e.g., The 39 Steps and The Lodger) and large curated sets, such as 300+ free films from the National Film Board of Canada. Please note: many of the films are hosted on YouTube, so if your school district blocks YouTube access, those particular links may not be viewable.
tag(s): movies (51), famous people (39)
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Choose a classic film, such as The 39 Steps or Modern Times, and have students analyze its camera angles, lighting, dialogue, and symbolism. Discuss how early filmmakers conveyed emotion and story without advanced technology. Assign documentaries or period films that connect to Social Studies lessons. Students can create short presentations using Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here linking the film's events or issues to real-world history. Host a mini "World Film Week" where students view and discuss short films or animations from different countries in the Open Culture library, identifying how culture and setting influence storytelling.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Donkey Hodie - PBS Kids
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K to 1
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The Donkey Hodie website on PBS Kids is a bright and cheerful space filled with interactive games, catchy songs, and engaging videos based on the beloved series. Created by The ...more
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The Donkey Hodie website on PBS Kids is a bright and cheerful space filled with interactive games, catchy songs, and engaging videos based on the beloved series. Created by The Fred Rogers Company, this resource supports social-emotional learning, perseverance, and creative problem-solving as students join Donkey Hodie and her friends on whimsical adventures in the land of Someplace Else. The games help children practice turn-taking and flexible thinking, and everything is kid-safe and ad-free, making it a fun and trustworthy digital companion for classroom centers, brain breaks, or at-home enrichment.
tag(s): problem solving (284), preK (354), game based learning (294), social and emotional learning (236)
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After exploring Donkey Hodie clips, have students identify character traits such as perseverance or kindness and provide evidence from the episode. Students can create short skits or comic strips using Free Comic Strip Maker by Adobe, reviewed here where characters face a challenge (inspired by Donkey Hodie stories) and show strategies for working through it. Have students reflect on a personal challenge and write a journal entry about how they showed perseverance, just like the characters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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