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Eighteen Highly Recommended Books for Girls - Random House
Grades
1 to 6tag(s): careers (184)
In the Classroom
Though dated, these books on this list have characters who never age. Try reading a few aloud to your class, then let students choose one they would like to read.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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The Roald Dahl Web Site
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2 to 6tag(s): authors (114), book lists (161), reading lists (76)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of Roald Dahls lesson plans to delight your primary and Pre-K students while they are learning! There are so many entertaining learning activities that you may want to review the story later in the year and use the literacy activities as review and reinforcement, tool.Comments
This is a great resource for teachers using Roald Dahl's books in the classroom or for librarians leading a book club! There are lesson plans you can download for his books. I expected to see interactive ways for kids to explore the plots of the books as well. However, this website doesn't offer those. Still, this is a nice website for teachers!Laurie, , Grades: 0 - 12
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Children's Picture Book Database
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1 to 5tag(s): book lists (161)
In the Classroom
Use the book reviews on this site for recommendations to parents who want suggestions on outside or summer readings. The lists are separated by topics, concepts, and skills for building content area reading across all academic subjects. You can also browse by categories, abstracts, or an A-Z list.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Children's Literature Database
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1 to 8tag(s): literature (214)
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Use this site as a way to pull in literature into a non-language arts classroom. The search bar is a great way to find materials that could compliment your curriculum in a science or social studies classroom.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Children's Literature Web Guide
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1 to 8tag(s): literature (214)
In the Classroom
Use the book lists on this site for recommendations to parents who want suggestions on outside or summer readings. The lists are separated by age, gender and all kinds of category's - making it easier for parents to find what they need.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Eric Carle - Official web site
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1 to 2tag(s): authors (114), book lists (161), reading lists (76)
In the Classroom
Everyone loves Eric Carle books, so take a look at this site to see what other books of his should be the next read for your classroom! This is a great site for those learners who are new to English in your classroom or for the World Languages teachers. You could set up centers to listen to The Very Hungry Caterpillar in various languages and in English.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Booktalks - Quick and Simple
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1 to 6tag(s): reading lists (76)
In the Classroom
Refer students who are looking for their next book to read to look through some of these. Use the book lists on this site for recommendations to parents who want suggestions on outside or summer readings. The lists are separated by age, gender and all kinds of category's - making it easier for parents to find what they need.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Judy Blume's Home Base
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3 to 9tag(s): authors (114), book lists (161), book reports (26), writing (307)
In the Classroom
This website is an excellent addition to any teacher introducing a creative writing project. Include this link on your class website (or wiki) for students to examine both in and out of the classroom. Recommend the site for any who seem to be having writer's block or need a bit of inspiration. Like Judy, start with a writer's notebook, engaging students by using Google Keep, to jot down their ideas about characters, setting, dialogue, etc. Google Keep can be accessed from any device.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Louisa May Alcott - University of Virginia
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4 to 6tag(s): women (189)
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Teachers will find this an excellent resource for a unit on Little Women.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hans Christian Andersen Stories
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1 to 3In the Classroom
Use this site as an anticipatory set or "activator" to introduce a unit or lesson on a projector. The site has literally tons of Andersen's stories, and could be used to introduce students to short story writing. Be sure help your weaker readers and ESL students by sharing the vocabulary words prior to reading, either on a handout or by projecting on an interactive whiteboard and highlighting them in the text as you come to them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ALA Editors' Choice - Amer. Library Assoc.
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1 to 12tag(s): book lists (161)
In the Classroom
Share a few Booklist reviews and let students vote on which titles should be added to the classroom library. This builds excitement and gives students a voice in reading selections. Use reviews to introduce new genres (historical fiction, fantasy, memoir, graphic novels). Students can compare books across genres and reflect on their preferences. Use Booklist reviews to introduce new authors. Students can research the author, explore themes, and connect the book to class units.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Multicultural Book Review - Valarie Budayr & Mia Wenjen
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1 to 12tag(s): cross cultural understanding (177), cultures (289)
In the Classroom
Find recommended books under several top menu headings. The site provides and solicits teacher-reviews of multicultural literature including but not limited to African-American, Asian-American Latino, Jewish Eskimo and Native American. Suggestion: Challenge students to write their own reviews for a multi cultural book they read and then publish it with images using Book Creator, reviewed here. If your students need a refresher for writing a book review use Writing With Writers, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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BOOKWIRE - Inside the book business - School Library Journal
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9 to 12tag(s): book lists (161), book reports (26), literature (214)
In the Classroom
Use this site to do research on book reports, or have your student look up a favorite author and learn more about him or her.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Blue Monday and Friends: Traditional Jewish Holidays Come Alive - Yale University
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1 to 2Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: 3 Cool Tools to Support the Science of Reading - TeachersFirst
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K to 12Are you looking for some excellent free tools to support the science of reading in your classroom? Do you want to learn how to use technology to enhance your reading instruction and engage your students? Join us for this interactive, hands-on workshop exploring three tools that align with the science of reading. Gain practical strategies that will enhance your reading instruction, discover how these tools align with the science of reading framework, and unleash their potential in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the science of reading framework and its implications for effective reading instruction; 2. Explore three edtech tools that support teaching reading from a scientific perspective; and 3. Collaborate and share ideas with fellow educators on how to leverage the tools to support instruction. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (87), reading strategies (93), science of reading (37)
In the Classroom
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. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mandela Day Ideas For Schools - Twinkl
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K to 8This site includes advertising.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
In the Classroom
In honor of Nelson Mandela's 67 years of public service, challenge students to complete 67 minutes of acts of kindness. Students can help younger students, create thank-you cards for school staff, organize classroom materials, or participate in a community service project. Have students create an acrostic poem using the letters in "MANDELA" or design a poster highlighting Mandela's character traits and achievements. Encourage students to include quotes, illustrations, and examples from his life. Use the Mandela Day theme of service to plan a class project that benefits the school or community. Students can collect supplies for a local organization, create welcome kits, organize a recycling campaign, or develop a kindness initiative. Have students reflect on how their project connects to Mandela's belief that everyone has the power to create positive change.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems! - The Kennedy Center
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K to 5tag(s): artists (99), authors (114), crafts (110), drawing (57), summer (50)
In the Classroom
Watch a portion of the video and have students follow along to create their own doodle. Pause as needed so students can keep up, then allow time for them to add personal details or backgrounds to their drawings. After drawing a character, have students write a short paragraph or story about it. Display student doodles around the room. Students can walk around, leave positive comments, or identify creative elements they notice in others' work. Share this link with students (and families) to explore during the summer break or on a snow day.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Curriculum Agent - Curriculum Genie
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K to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), Teacher Utilities (216)
In the Classroom
Utilize the AI features built into Curriculum Genie to plan or adapt your existing lessons or units. Most lessons will include learning strategies such as Eduprotocols, personalize the output to include other strategies such as Project Zero Thinking Routines, reviewed here. Use the Adapt a Lesson tool to enhance any of your lessons by copying and pasting the lesson plan into that section of the site and describing the requested adaptation.Edge Features:
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Grandpa's Drum - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 8This site includes advertising.
tag(s): alaska (21), cultures (289), empathy (67), identity (39), musical instruments (59), native americans (128), stories and storytelling (76)
In the Classroom
Have students create a short podcast or video where they tell a story about a family tradition or meaningful object in their lives. Digital tools such as Buzzsprout, reviewed here or Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here can be used to create the podcasts. Students can build simple drums using household items like cans, balloons, or paper after discussing the importance of Grandpa's drum. Learn to play the virtual drums (or piano, flute, and many others) at Virtual Instruments reviewed here Use online resources or apps to explore different types of drums and drumming styles worldwide.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Learning Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month - Common Sense
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K to 12tag(s): central america (26), cross cultural understanding (177), cultures (289), dance (42), hispanic (54), south america (80)
In the Classroom
Have students choose a Hispanic historical figure or cultural tradition and create a short video or digital story. They can use a free tool like Canva, reviewed here to combine images, text, and narration. Ask students to create a playlist of traditional and contemporary Hispanic music, ranging from salsa to reggaeton. Have students explore poems, artwork, or literature by Hispanic authors and artists. They can create artistic interpretations or write poems inspired by Hispanic culture, traditions, or history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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