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Celebrating Kwanzaa - National Geographic Kids
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The article from National Geographic Kids provides a clear and engaging introduction to the holiday of Kwanzaa, explaining how it is celebrated through rituals such as lighting a seven-candled...more
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The article from National Geographic Kids provides a clear and engaging introduction to the holiday of Kwanzaa, explaining how it is celebrated through rituals such as lighting a seven-candled kinara, a feast called karamu, and meaningful symbols in an African-influenced style. It describes the colors, traditions, daily candle-lighting purpose, and social meaning of unity, cultural heritage, and hope for the future. The language is kid-friendly yet informative, making it a ready-to-use background piece for classrooms.
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After reading the article, students can work in pairs to create a short list of the "top five facts" about Kwanzaa and share it with the class to build a collective understanding. Have students design a colorful kinara using paper, digital tools, or clay. They can label each candle's meaning and write a brief explanation of how the principles help build strong communities. Have students match each of the seven principles of Kwanzaa with real-world examples from their own lives or community. They can record their ideas on sticky notes and place them under principle posters around the room.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Sharing Hanukkah at School - PJ Library
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Imagine walking into a classroom ready to share the joy of Hanukkah. That is exactly the vibe the article from PJ Library evokes. It guides classroom visitors and teachers through ...more
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Imagine walking into a classroom ready to share the joy of Hanukkah. That is exactly the vibe the article from PJ Library evokes. It guides classroom visitors and teachers through the holiday's story, symbols, and traditions in a simple and inviting way. You will find ready-to-use suggestions to engage preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students, including book lists, games, crafts, and discussion prompts. The article also offers tips on framing ideas such as bravery, freedom, and light in ways that feel meaningful and engaging for younger learners.
tag(s): crafts (110), game based learning (308), hanukkah (21), holidays (280), religions (119), symbols (19)
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Read a short Hanukkah picture book recommended in the article, then have students turn and talk about one tradition or character trait they noticed, helping build background knowledge in a fun and social way. Assign small groups a Hanukkah symbol, such as the menorah, dreidel, or olive oil. Students can research its meaning and present a quick "show and teach" demonstration using visuals or props. After discussing the theme of light as a symbol of hope, students can write a paragraph or poem about something that brings light to their own lives and illustrate it to create a class display that connects personal reflection to the holiday.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Hanukkah Activities - Teachers Pay Teachers
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Discover a diverse selection of free Hanukkah activities created by classroom teachers, ranging from no-prep writing prompts and reading comprehension sheets to coloring pages and craft...more
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Discover a diverse selection of free Hanukkah activities created by classroom teachers, ranging from no-prep writing prompts and reading comprehension sheets to coloring pages and craft templates. Many of the resources offer both digital and print options, making them flexible for use in both in-class and remote learning settings. The materials span a variety of grade levels with options for both primary and upper elementary students, and support subjects such as ELA, math, art, and social studies. It is a handy place to find holiday-themed resources that you can grab and implement quickly without incurring extra costs.
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Use a free vocabulary card set from TPT and have students rotate around the room answering quick questions at each station to build background knowledge about the holiday. Choose a free Hanukkah reading comprehension passage and have students highlight key details, then write a short paragraph summarizing the tradition or event described. Using free printable craft templates such as dreidels or menorahs, students can design and annotate pieces that teach others about Hanukkah symbols and their meanings, turning the room into an educational holiday gallery.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Chanukah Resources - Jewish Interactive
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The Chanukah resources page from Jewish Interactive brings the Festival of Lights to life with free, kid-friendly activities that spark curiosity and joy. Teachers will find interactive...more
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The Chanukah resources page from Jewish Interactive brings the Festival of Lights to life with free, kid-friendly activities that spark curiosity and joy. Teachers will find interactive games, colorful eBooks in multiple languages, hands-on lessons, and an interactive activity that helps students explore the traditions and meaning behind Chanukah. Inspiring blog ideas and celebration tips make planning easy, while the engaging digital tools keep learners excited throughout all eight days. This site offers a lively and creative way for students to connect with the holiday in meaningful ways.
tag(s): ebooks (49), game based learning (308), hanukkah (21), religions (119)
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Have students explore the site's Chanukah games to learn about symbols such as the menorah, dreidel, and sufganiyot, then share one new fact they have discovered. After reading one of the eBooks, students can create a short comic strip using ToonyTool, reviewed here or a journal page explaining an important Chanukah tradition and why it is celebrated. Using a digital tool like Google Drawings, reviewed here, have students design and label a menorah or dreidel, then present how each element connects to the holiday's history and themes of perseverance and light.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline Templates - Genially
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to...more
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to add text, images, icons, and interactive elements to highlight key events or concepts in subjects like history, literature, or science. With a variety of styles--such as vertical, horizontal, or circular layouts--teachers can easily tailor timelines to fit their lesson goals and student needs.
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tag(s): digital storytelling (166), infographics (71), multimedia (63), timelines (60)
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Students can retell events from a novel or a historical figure's life using a timeline with images and clickable text, making reading comprehension more interactive and visual. Have students create timelines that connect historical events with scientific discoveries or literary works from the same era. Assign specific events to different students or groups to add to a shared timeline, promoting teamwork and reinforcing sequencing skills. Students can build a yearlong timeline of their learning journey, showcasing key projects, reflections, and academic milestones to share during student-led conferences.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Trust You - Laguna Beach USD Innovators
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit...more
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit AI Trust You's information page located here to learn more about the features and how to use this tool. Using the add-on, teachers select from four AI categories to specify how students can use AI during the assignment. The categories are content creation, content understanding, research assistance, and audio-visual generation. Students then select the name of their AI tool, the techniques used, and the percentage of AI-assisted work, and the AI Trust You add-on generates a citation to document the use of AI.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (316), digital citizenship (108)
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As you try to navigate using AI in your classroom, this site provides some helpful guidelines and ideas, even if you don't use the add-on. If you use Google products, use the add-on to guide students on how to use AI ethically and with documentation. When not using the add-on, incorporate the guidelines for categories to use AI to help students understand the appropriate use of AI. Supplement information available from AI Trust You with ideas for incorporating AI in the classroom using information from the AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit, reviewed here. The toolkit includes information for educators on using AI in the classroom and suggestions for when and when not to allow students to use AI in assignments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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FlipHTML5 - FlipHTML5
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly...more
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly options. Choose from several language options to include in the book's contents. Choose from several AI generators for creating storybooks, magazines, flashcards, and more. Utilizing the AI generator to create a book requires several minutes, so it's important to plan for this option ahead of time.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (316), digital storytelling (166)
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Upload PDF versions of students' writing to create a digital classbook. Use one of the many tools available from TinyWow reviewed here to convert images and documents into PDF files to use with FlipHTML5. Make a flipbook of a presentation as an engaging alternative to a web page or PowerPoint. Share classroom information such as rules and expectations in an easy-to-read format. Use this resource as a great way to bring digital storytelling upfront in your classroom. Make photosynthesis a story instead of bits of equations and information. Portray a historical period or create books of different political or societal opinions. Create a flipbook with the viewpoints and personalities of characters in a story. Practice a different language by creating a themed flipbook. Lower grades can combine writing into a class flipbook to be shared online or read aloud. Any written assignment can easily be re-visioned as a flipbook! Make your literary magazine a flipbook or build new poetry collections during poetry month. Share all your flipbooks on individual laptops, the interactive whiteboard, or the projector. Create simple flipbooks of Dolch words for beginning readers.Edge Features:
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9 Ready-to-use Halloween Lesson Plans for in the Classroom - Lucie Renard
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Book Widget's 9 Ready-to-use Halloween lesson plans for the classroom feature easy activities to do with students in all grades. The featured lessons include: Bingo, Crossword Puzzle,...more
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Book Widget's 9 Ready-to-use Halloween lesson plans for the classroom feature easy activities to do with students in all grades. The featured lessons include: Bingo, Crossword Puzzle, Drawing and Reading, Hangman, Theatre, Story Writing, Haunted House, Dia de los Muertos, and Webquest. Just click on which lesson you want and let the fun begin.
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tag(s): fall festival (14), halloween (46)
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Students can use Lino, reviewed here to post which was their favorite activity. Students can access the lesson on the site using a Symbaloo, reviewed here collection of Halloween activities. Finally, students can create their own digital escape room by using and editing the Halloween Escape, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AudioPen - Nicheless Inc.
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AudioPen helps turn your spoken thoughts into organized notes and ideas. The concept behind AudioPen is simple: turn on the microphone and start talking without worrying about organization,...more
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AudioPen helps turn your spoken thoughts into organized notes and ideas. The concept behind AudioPen is simple: turn on the microphone and start talking without worrying about organization, grammar, or coherence. After completing a recording, AudioPen uses AI to process your speech and generate a cleaned-up text version organized into readable paragraphs, along with a transcript of the original recording. Visit the settings menu before recording to adjust the input and output languages and customize how your notes are formatted. When finished, copy the generated text to your clipboard for use in emails, documents, lesson plans, or other projects. Depending on your account level, you may also be able to download audio recordings and organize saved notes for future reference. A free plan is available and allows users to create recordings up to three minutes long. The free version includes core transcription and note-cleanup features, while AudioPen Prime offers longer recordings, audio file uploads, advanced writing styles, expanded organization tools, and additional AI-powered features.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (316), DAT device agnostic tool (129), multilingual (82), text to speech (23)
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Use AudioPen in several different classroom situations. Share this tool with students to use as an assistant with writing projects. Have students create recordings of what they want to include in their project without having to write or take notes, then use the text to organize their project. AudioPen is also a helpful tool for multilingual students. Adjust the settings to record their thoughts in their native language, then produce an organized set of ideas in English without transcribing from one language to another. Use AudioPen to assist with professional tasks such as organizing teaching units, writing grant proposals, or planning ideas to include with newsletters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hail to the Chief - Exploring American Presidents - TeachersFirst
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This article is part of TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed here, it features a book list and activities to teach...more
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This article is part of TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed here, it features a book list and activities to teach about American presidents and monuments. The activities section shares book ideas, presidential speeches, and suggestions for using AI tools to enhance lessons. Discover numerous extension ideas, including virtual field trips and utilizing timelines to enhance learning through interactive and engaging lesson plans. The article correlates with the AASL National School Library Standards.
tag(s): book lists (161), presidents (151), primary sources (133), professional development (319)
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Take advantage of the many teaching and technology ideas included in this article. Find many more free resources to include with your lessons on presidents by visiting the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: American Presidents Related Resources found here.
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If You Read It On The Internet, It Must Be True! Media Literacy in the 21st Century - TeachersFirst
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Media Literacy is one of the most essential skills for students to learn. This article from TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed...more
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Media Literacy is one of the most essential skills for students to learn. This article from TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed here, provides background knowledge and ideas to introduce media literacy and share opportunities for students to explore and evaluate websites. Additional ideas include conducting web treasure hunts, utilizing fact-checking resources, and engaging in online games and activities.
tag(s): digital citizenship (108), internet safety (121), media literacy (123), news (221)
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Use this article to find resources and books to teach media literacy in your classroom. Encourage students to share examples of disinformation or misinformation throughout the school year using an online whiteboard tool such as IdeaBoardz, reviewed here. Ask students to add links to sites that provide examples of items they find on the internet that aren't completely true, and share tips with their peers on what kind of things to look for to verify the accuracy of information.
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Reading Treks: Mr. Ferris and His Wheel - TeachersFirst
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Take a virtual field trip with this Reading Trek based upon Kathryn Gibbs Davis' book, Mr. Ferris and His Wheel. Use the integrated map created with Google My Maps, ...more
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Take a virtual field trip with this Reading Trek based upon Kathryn Gibbs Davis' book, Mr. Ferris and His Wheel. Use the integrated map created with Google My Maps, reviewed here and the accompanying Teachers' Guide that includes lesson activities, map extensions, and more. This picture book chronicles the true story of engineer George Washington Gale Ferris Jr.'s creation of the original Ferris wheel for Chicago's 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. Although the book is targeted for grades K-5, it is also suitable for use with older students when studying inventors. Activities in the Teachers' Guide include correlations to Common Core Standards, National Curriculum for Social Studies, and Social Justice Standards.
tag(s): 1800s (86), inventors and inventions (89)
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Take advantage of the many lesson ideas in the Teacher Guide to bring this story to life and provide activities that correlate with the book's theme of adventure and exploration. Help students understand the timeline of Ferris' invention using MyLens, reviewed here or build a timeline as you read the book using ReadWriteThink's Timeline builder tool, reviewed here. Use the Teacher Guide and the book when students are studying inventors and inventions. Have your students join Little Inventors Club, reviewed here. Students can use Stickies.io, reviewed here to store their ideas and images of their invention.
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Free Halloween Resources - Teachers Pay Teachers
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View these Free Halloween resources offering a large and diverse collection of downloadable, teacher-created materials that celebrate Halloween while reinforcing academic skills. You'll...more
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View these Free Halloween resources offering a large and diverse collection of downloadable, teacher-created materials that celebrate Halloween while reinforcing academic skills. You'll find everything from crafts, printables, worksheets, puzzles, and writing prompts to themed math and literacy activities, many of which are labeled as "no prep" and ready to use. These free resources span a wide range of grade levels, from PreK up through upper elementary and middle school, and cover multiple subject areas, making it easy to choose materials that fit your students' needs.
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tag(s): crafts (110), halloween (46), puzzles (165), writing (307)
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Use themed reading passages, word sorts, or grammar worksheets from the site as rotating literacy centers that help students practice skills with a festive theme. Incorporate free Halloween math puzzles, color-by-number sheets, or problem-solving games to review key concepts in a fun, hands-on way. Choose a Halloween writing prompt or story starter activity, then have students share their spooky tales through dramatic readings or short digital story slides using Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Halloween Activities for Your Classroom - Nearpod
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The Nearpod blog post "Halloween classroom activities for engaging students in learning" shares creative, interactive ways to weave Halloween themes into lessons. It highlights tools...more
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The Nearpod blog post "Halloween classroom activities for engaging students in learning" shares creative, interactive ways to weave Halloween themes into lessons. It highlights tools like Time to Climb (a gamified quiz with a seasonal twist), slide-based lessons on Halloween traditions, and ELA activities, including reading prompts and descriptive writing. Teachers can use these ready-made resources or customize them using Nearpod's interactive features--turning standard lessons into spooky, student-centered experiences that balance engagement with curriculum goals.
tag(s): fall festival (14), game based learning (308), halloween (46)
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Assign the interactive Nearpod slide deck on Halloween's origins and traditions, followed by a Think-Pair-Share discussion comparing holiday customs around the world. Use Nearpod's Collaborate Board for students to brainstorm eerie settings, character traits, and plot twists before writing their own short Halloween stories. Launch a Nearpod "Time to Climb" quiz with Halloween trivia or themed academic questions to energize students at the start of class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Halloween Activities and Lesson Plans - AFT's Share My Lesson
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Discover nearly 100 free resources spanning PreK through 12th grade, designed to help teachers infuse seasonal fun into the curriculum. You'll find everything from STEM experiments...more
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Discover nearly 100 free resources spanning PreK through 12th grade, designed to help teachers infuse seasonal fun into the curriculum. You'll find everything from STEM experiments such as "Oozing Pumpkin" and math challenges to reading prompts, art projects, and cross-curricular lessons. These flexible materials support a wide range of subjects, allowing educators to celebrate October in a way that keeps learning front and center.
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Have students predict, measure, and record data on a pumpkin's weight, circumference, and number of seeds. Use the "Oozing Pumpkin" activity for an exciting, hands-on lesson on chemical reactions. Use creative writing prompts from this collection to inspire students to craft short Halloween-themed stories that incorporate literary devices such as simile and personification. Provide recycled materials for students to design and build their own "monster" creations, and then have them write descriptive paragraphs or backstories for their inventions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Interactive Lessons with Canva's AI Magic Tools - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from May 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from May 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (316), creating media (16), OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (319)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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STORM - Stanford Open Virtual Assistant Lab
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STORM assists users in creating wiki-style articles for academic and research purposes, while an additional component, CO-STORM, offers similar features for round-table conversations....more
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STORM assists users in creating wiki-style articles for academic and research purposes, while an additional component, CO-STORM, offers similar features for round-table conversations. After entering a topic, STORM undergoes a brainstorming process to identify articles and information representing diverse viewpoints to include in the article or conversation. Select the link to the topic background discussions to observe the process of creating a conversation or article. Each article contains links to resources utilized to provide information. Visit the Discover section in STORM to find many examples of discussions and articles, or use the search feature to look for specific content. Share or download your results using the PDF link at the bottom of your screen.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (316), professional development (319), Research (87), summarizing (25), thinking routines (37)
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STORM can be used as a research assistant and resource tool to create articles to share and use with students. Ask STORM about upcoming topics in your classroom and include specific information that might not be readily available using textbooks and online searches. For example, when studying climate change, inquire about climate change in your particular region or state to provide more relatable information to your students. STORM creates a table of contents for each article and uses these subtopics as starting points for research projects that present different viewpoints and information about your topic. Explore the BrainSTORMing process of an article with students to discuss and understand how to approach information from various perspectives. Extend learning by asking students to research content from different viewpoints using Project Zero's Thinking Routines Toolbox, reviewed here, specifically those in the Considering Controversies, Dilemmas, and Perspectives category. When complete, use Padlet, reviewed here to share student research by creating columns for each perspective or viewpoint.
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Harvard Project Zero Thinking Routines 7 Think Pair Share - Madame Sensei
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Watch this video, which introduces teachers to practical strategies that help students observe carefully, think critically, and ask meaningful questions. It demonstrates how routines...more
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Watch this video, which introduces teachers to practical strategies that help students observe carefully, think critically, and ask meaningful questions. It demonstrates how routines such as See, Think, Wonder and Think, Puzzle, Explore can spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and promote reflection across different subjects. The classroom examples highlight how these routines support inquiry-based learning and foster a culture of thoughtful discussion. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable on school networks.
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Begin a new unit by showing students an image, a short video clip, or an artifact related to the topic. Have them record what they see, what they think it means, and what they wonder about. As a class, brainstorm what students think they know, what puzzles or questions they have, and how they could explore further. Have them post ideas on a shared chart or Padlet, reviewed here to revisit and update throughout the unit. Use the Compass Points Routine (N = Needs, E = Excitements, S = Suggestions, W = Worries) before a group project or discussion. It helps students clarify their thoughts, consider multiple perspectives, and make balanced decisions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Thinking Routine Templates - TPT
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K to 12
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Discover hundreds of free resources related to Thinking Routines and designed to help teachers scaffold student thinking across subjects. These include graphic organizers, posters,...more
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Discover hundreds of free resources related to Thinking Routines and designed to help teachers scaffold student thinking across subjects. These include graphic organizers, posters, and routines such as See, Think, Wonder, 3-2-1 Bridge, Circle of Viewpoints, and others. Many of the resources are adaptable to multiple grade levels and subjects, supporting inquiry, reflection, and deeper discussion in the classroom.
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tag(s): brainstorming (19), graphic organizers (57), teaching strategies (68), thinking routines (37), thinking skills (117)
In the Classroom
Begin a new topic with an image, artifact, or short video clip. Have students use a See, Think, Wonder organizer to record observations, inferences, and questions. Have students complete a 3-2-1 Bridge before and after learning a concept (3 thoughts, 2 questions, 1 analogy). Using one of the printable templates available on the page, students can develop a claim about a topic, find supporting evidence, and pose further questions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free - See, Think, Wonder - TPT
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K to 6
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Search this wide variety of free teaching resources built around the See, Think, Wonder Thinking Routine. Teachers can find templates, posters, graphic organizers, slides, and...more
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Search this wide variety of free teaching resources built around the See, Think, Wonder Thinking Routine. Teachers can find templates, posters, graphic organizers, slides, and activity packs for various grades and subject areas, including math, science, ELA, and social studies. These ready-made materials help instructors quickly and flexibly embed the See, Think, Wonder routine into lessons, offering visual support, student prompts, and low-prep options to foster observation, interpretation, and questioning in the classroom.
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tag(s): brain (58), graphic organizers (57), teaching strategies (68), thinking routines (37), thinking skills (117)
In the Classroom
Display an intriguing image, artifact, or chart at the beginning of class. Using a See, Think, Wonder graphic organizer, have students jot down what they notice, what they infer, and what they're curious about. This works well as a warm-up for ELA, science, or social studies lessons. After reading a short story, article, or poem, students can complete a See, Think, Wonder reflection to analyze characters, themes, and emotions. They can use the free printable templates to guide their responses. Present a visual math pattern or real-world image involving shapes, symmetry, or data. Have students use the See, Think, Wonder framework to describe what they observe, hypothesize relationships, and pose questions for deeper exploration.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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