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Iditarod Education Portal - Iditarod Trail Committee
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3 to 12
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This section of the official Iditarod site offers free educational resources focused on the famous Alaskan sled dog race for students in grades 3-12. Explore a variety of lesson plans...more
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This section of the official Iditarod site offers free educational resources focused on the famous Alaskan sled dog race for students in grades 3-12. Explore a variety of lesson plans and activities that cover core subjects like math, science, social studies, and language arts through the lens of the Last Great Race on Earth. Additional features include a virtual museum, engaging articles written by K9 journalists, and a dedicated section for Teacher on the Trail updates that bring real-time race events into the classroom. Also available are printable worksheets, reading lists, and interactive tracking tools that allow students to follow individual mushers and their dog teams across the tundra. Make sure to check out the IditaRead program, which encourages students to reach their own reading goals by moving an avatar along checkpoints in the race.
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Bring the excitement of the Iditarod to life by having students participate in a cross-curricular simulation where they adopt a musher and track their progress using the site's live GPS maps. Enhance the experience by having students use Google Sheets, reviewed here, to record daily statistics such as miles traveled, weather conditions at checkpoints, and average speeds to create comparison graphs. For a language arts connection, ask students to write daily journal entries from the perspective of their musher or a sled dog, then compile these narratives into a digital book using Book Creator, reviewed here. Students can even record audio reflections or trail reports to embed within their digital books, allowing them to share their understanding of the physical and mental challenges faced during the race.
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Paraphrasing Guide - Quillbot
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7 to 12
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QuillBot's paraphrasing guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for rewriting text while maintaining original meaning. This resource breaks down the differences between paraphrasing,...more
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QuillBot's paraphrasing guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for rewriting text while maintaining original meaning. This resource breaks down the differences between paraphrasing, quoting, and summarizing. It offers clear, step-by-step instructions for changing sentence structure and using synonyms effectively to avoid plagiarism. Users can explore various examples that demonstrate how to transform complex academic passages into simpler, more readable language. Since the guide is part of the larger QuillBot ecosystem, it also introduces students to the basic functionality of QuillBot's AI-powered paraphrasing tool, which helps users refine their writing in real time.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), plagiarism (32), process writing (35), writing (309)
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Use this guide to anchor a lesson on academic integrity and effective note-taking. Have students take a complex primary source document or a challenging science article and apply the techniques found in the guide to rewrite key findings in their own words. This activity encourages students to engage deeply with the text to ensure they truly understand the concepts before attempting to rephrase them. To enhance writing skills, students can use noredink, reviewed here, to practice specific grammar and sentence structure techniques highlighted in the guide. Extend learning by having students organize their research and original reflections on a collaborative digital canvas using Figjam, reviewed here, where they can use stickies and drawing tools to map out their ideas together.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Daily IQ - Infoplease
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4 to 12
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Infoplease's Daily IQ shares daily fun facts. Facts include: This Day in History, Word of the Day, Birthday of the Day, Analogy of the Day, News of the World, and ...more
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Infoplease's Daily IQ shares daily fun facts. Facts include: This Day in History, Word of the Day, Birthday of the Day, Analogy of the Day, News of the World, and Weather of the Day. Visit additional links on the site to view other recent content.
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tag(s): history day (39), news (223), trivia (18), vocabulary (252), weather (173)
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Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here to share sentences using the Word of the Day. Students can compare and contrast weather from this day in history to today using the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here. Students can create their own Analogy of the Day to post on Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Google Fonts - Google
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K to 12
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Google Fonts is a free online library that allows teachers and students to browse, preview, and download hundreds of open-source fonts for use in documents, presentations, websites,...more
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Google Fonts is a free online library that allows teachers and students to browse, preview, and download hundreds of open-source fonts for use in documents, presentations, websites, and creative projects. The site makes it easy to search for fonts by style, language, or popularity, and users can use all fonts for free for school projects, print materials, or digital work. Because the fonts are free and easy to use, the site helps improve the design of slides, posters, reports, and multimedia projects while also introducing students to basic ideas about typography and visual communication.
tag(s): multilingual (84), presentations (41), Teacher Utilities (222)
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Give students words such as scary, funny, serious, or exciting. Students can choose fonts that match each mood and create a title using that font. Discuss how the look of the letters changes how the message feels, connecting to tone and the author's purpose. Have students take an old slide presentation or report and improve it by selecting better fonts for titles, headings, and body text. Teach students that font style can change meaning just like word choice. Have students create the same sentence in different fonts to convey different feelings or purposes, then share and discuss how the design affects understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Adobe Express Slow Motion Video - Adobe
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K to 12
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The Adobe Express slow-motion video tool allows teachers and students to easily change the speed of a video clip online without needing advanced editing software. Users can upload a...more
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The Adobe Express slow-motion video tool allows teachers and students to easily change the speed of a video clip online without needing advanced editing software. Users can upload a video, choose from different speed settings to slow down or speed up the clip, preview the changes, and download the finished video for sharing or further editing. This feature is part of the free Adobe Express video editor, which also includes options to trim clips, mute audio, and apply additional effects, making it useful for creating presentations, demonstrations, and student projects.
tag(s): creating media (17), digital storytelling (171), editing (95), stories and storytelling (78)
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Have students record short videos of fast actions, such as dropping a ball, snapping their fingers, or pouring water, and then use the slow-motion tool to analyze what really happens. They can write observations explaining what they notice in slow motion that they could not see at normal speed. Students can record themselves acting out a scene from a story or reading dialogue, then slow down parts to practice expression, pacing, and pronunciation. In PE, health, or science, students can record movements such as throwing, jumping, or balancing. Using slow motion, they study body position and explain how motion, force, or balance works.Edge Features:
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Buffer - Buffer
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K to 12
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Buffer is a social media management platform that simplifies planning and sharing content across multiple networks. The free version allows you to connect up to three social media channels,...more
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Buffer is a social media management platform that simplifies planning and sharing content across multiple networks. The free version allows you to connect up to three social media channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn, and maintain a queue of ten scheduled posts per channel at any given time by clicking the Manage Channels button at the bottom of the dashboard and authorizing each platform. Navigate to the Posting Schedule under each channel's settings to designate specific days and times for your updates to go live automatically.
tag(s): communication (126), social media (63)
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Use Buffer as a time-saving resource to maintain a professional, consistent social media presence for a classroom or school organization without having to post manually throughout the day. Teachers can dedicate a single planning block to batch-scheduling a week's worth of reminders, student shout-outs, and curriculum updates, ensuring parents and the community stay informed. To create visuals for these updates, design custom graphics or short promotional clips using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here. Once these visuals are ready, users can upload them to Buffer with captions that link back to a more detailed classroom site created with Google Sites, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Frayer Model - A Tool to Explain Concepts - Byrdseed, LLC
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K to 12
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Frayer Models are popular teaching tools. This article explains how to use Frayer Models to go beyond defining vocabulary and terms and to use them as a powerful method for ...more
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Frayer Models are popular teaching tools. This article explains how to use Frayer Models to go beyond defining vocabulary and terms and to use them as a powerful method for fully explaining concepts. The author shares a brief history of the introduction of Frayer Models, a video explanation of the concept, and many fully developed examples of how to explain concepts in depth using the four components of the Frayer Model. You can also download a free, ready-to-use PDF organizer template to get started in your classroom immediately.
tag(s): graphic organizers (57), professional development (322), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16), vocabulary (252), vocabulary development (102)
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After spending time learning how to use Frayer Models to develop larger concepts, use this model to introduce big idea vocabulary or complex themes at the start of a new unit. Instead of a standard worksheet, have students collaborate on a digital version of the organizer. After exploring the characteristics of a concept on the site, students can build an interactive infographic using Genially reviewed here to visualize their definitions and examples with embedded media. For a math or science lesson, students could analyze a concept like polygons or mammals and then create a digital concept map in MindMup reviewed here to show how different subtopics branch off from the core definition. To wrap up the activity, have the class vote on the best non-examples provided by their peers to ensure everyone truly understands the term's boundaries.
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EduProtocol Video Playlist - Marlena Hebern
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K to 12
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This YouTube playlist features instructional videos and demonstrations focused on EduProtocols, a set of free, customizable lesson frames designed to maximize student engagement and...more
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This YouTube playlist features instructional videos and demonstrations focused on EduProtocols, a set of free, customizable lesson frames designed to maximize student engagement and minimize teacher prep time. These strategies work across all grade levels and subject areas, shifting the focus from content delivery to active information processing. The videos break down popular protocols like the Fast and the Curious for vocabulary mastery, Iron Chef for collaborative research, and Cyber Sandwich for comparative writing. Each segment offers clear, step-by-step guidance on setting up the templates and implementing the routines in the classroom. Because these are hosted on YouTube, check to ensure your district doesn't block the site so you can access these helpful visual guides.
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tag(s): critical thinking (187), professional development (322), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16)
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Use this playlist as a helpful tool to learn about and successfully implement EduProtocols in your classroom. Learn more about EduProtocols by watching the archive of OK2Ask: EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice reviewed here. Extend learning after using EduProtocols by using resources such as Snorkl reviewed here to record brief explanations of student thinking, allowing you to see their logic in real time and check for understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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EduProtocol Plus Sampler - EduProtocols Plus
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K to 12
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Access several support materials for EduProtocols with a free email signup to the EduProtocols Plus site. Materials include video and guiding documents for new users, eight lesson design...more
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Access several support materials for EduProtocols with a free email signup to the EduProtocols Plus site. Materials include video and guiding documents for new users, eight lesson design templates, book study materials, and more. The templates are available in Google Slides and include protocol directions, sample prompts, and a smart-start lesson plan. Sample live show recordings provide valuable visuals to help new (and returning) users plan and implement EduProtocols effectively to achieve deep student learning. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): critical thinking (187), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16)
In the Classroom
Learn more about EduProtocols by watching the archive of OK2Ask: EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice reviewed here. Some of the protocols ask students to add an image; consider creating a folder for students to access free, copyright-free images using pictures available from resources on TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Free Image Resources reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language: Revising for Concision and Clarity - Purdue University College of Liberal Arts
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5 to 12
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The Purdue OWL Revising for Clarity page explains how writers can improve their work by making their messages clearer, more direct, and easier for readers to understand. The guide focuses...more
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The Purdue OWL Revising for Clarity page explains how writers can improve their work by making their messages clearer, more direct, and easier for readers to understand. The guide focuses on revising writing with the audience in mind and checking language, tone, word choice, and organization so the message is simple and effective. It encourages writers to remove unnecessary words, avoid jargon or cliches, and use precise vocabulary so readers can quickly understand the purpose. The site is part of Purdue University's OWL writing resources, which provide step-by-step strategies to help students revise drafts and produce stronger, more professional writing.
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tag(s): thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130)
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Students can revise unclear or wordy sentences by rewriting them with shorter, more precise language and comparing their revisions with classmates to see which version is easiest to understand. They can also improve a paragraph by highlighting confusing or repetitive parts, rewriting it with better organization and word choice, and then editing a partner's work using a checklist that looks for long sentences, unnecessary words, and unclear ideas. To extend the lesson, students can rotate through revision stations to practice shortening sentences, replacing weak words, and adjusting their writing for different audiences so the message is clear to every reader. Another option is a peer-editing activity using a checklist based on the website ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Plain Language Guide Series - Digital.gov
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6 to 12
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The Plain Language Guide on Digital.gov provides strategies for writing and speaking in a way that is clear, organized, and easy for readers to understand. The site explains that plain...more
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The Plain Language Guide on Digital.gov provides strategies for writing and speaking in a way that is clear, organized, and easy for readers to understand. The site explains that plain language means using words, sentences, and design that help the audience understand the message the first time they read or hear it. The guide includes principles such as writing for your audience, using simple vocabulary, keeping sentences short, and organizing information to make it easy to follow. It also explains why clear communication is important for learning, problem-solving, and avoiding misunderstandings, making the resource useful for teachers who want students to practice precise speaking and writing across subjects.
tag(s): thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130)
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Give students a paragraph written with long sentences, difficult vocabulary, or confusing wording. Have students rewrite the paragraph using plain-language rules, such as shorter sentences, simpler words, and clearer organization. Have students write step-by-step directions for a simple task such as making a sandwich, playing a game, or using classroom materials. Then another student tries to follow the directions exactly as written. If the directions are confusing, the writer revises them using plain-language tips, such as putting the main idea first and using clear action words. Students can write a short explanation of the same topic for different audiences, such as a kindergarten student, a classmate, and a teacher. They must adjust word choice and sentence structure so that each audience can understand the message on the first reading.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ludwig.guru - Ludwig
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5 to 12
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Ludwig.guru is an online writing tool that helps users improve their English sentences by showing real examples from reliable sources such as newspapers, academic papers, and other...more
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Ludwig.guru is an online writing tool that helps users improve their English sentences by showing real examples from reliable sources such as newspapers, academic papers, and other well-edited texts. Users can type a word, phrase, or full sentence, and the site provides contextualized examples, grammar suggestions, and alternative ways to phrase ideas. The platform also includes tools for grammar checking, paraphrasing, editing longer texts, and translating sentences while keeping correct usage and tone. Teachers and students can use Ludwig to check whether a sentence sounds natural, explore vocabulary and sentence structure, and strengthen academic writing skills.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), editing (95), grammar (140), grammar review (33)
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Provide students with simple or awkward sentences from a draft piece of writing. Have students enter the sentence into ludwig.guru and review example sentences from real sources. Choose a vocabulary word that students are learning. Students can search the word on ludwig.guru to see how it appears in authentic sentences. Give students two or three similar sentences with slightly different wording. Students can search key phrases on ludwig.guru to see which wording appears more natural in real writing.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sorceror - Antimatter
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6 to 12
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Sorcer is an AI-powered instructional coach that transforms how students demonstrate their understanding of a topic through Socratic questioning. Setting up a "Sorcerer" begins by entering...more
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Sorcer is an AI-powered instructional coach that transforms how students demonstrate their understanding of a topic through Socratic questioning. Setting up a "Sorcerer" begins by entering a unit topic and choosing one of five difficulty levels, ranging from middle school to PhD. Sorceror also allows uploading media, such as memes, charts, or maps, to serve as a starting point for discussions. As students interact with the bot, they receive a mastery score from 0 to 100 and detailed insights explaining how to improve their responses. Teachers can maintain oversight by viewing all chat transcripts and monitoring class-wide proficiency on the selected standards by creating a free teacher account on the Sorceror website and providing students with a link or join code for chats. Sorceror also works with Google Classroom.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), chat (41), differentiation (102), Teacher Utilities (222), tutorials (51)
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Create interactive unit reviews by using this tool to assess student knowledge before a major project or exam. For a middle school science unit on ecosystems, set up a chatbot focused on food webs and energy flow to provide students with a personalized study session. After students finish their session and review their mastery insights, they could take those key concepts and create a visual representation of their learning using the Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here. To extend learning, have students use their AI-generated feedback to identify a specific real-world environmental issue and map out its impact using Google Earth, reviewed here. This workflow moves beyond rote memorization by encouraging students to process feedback and apply their growing expertise to creative and global contexts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Strategic Education Research Partnership (SERP) - Strategic Education Research Partnership
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K to 12
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The SERP Institute brings together education researchers, designers, and practitioners with a shared purpose: creating and testing scalable solutions that improve teaching and learning,...more
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The SERP Institute brings together education researchers, designers, and practitioners with a shared purpose: creating and testing scalable solutions that improve teaching and learning, most of which are freely accessible. After creating a free account, educators can access more than twenty research-based instructional tools and resources for literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and professional learning. Popular resources include WordGen for academic vocabulary development, ReadBasix reading assessments, STARI (Strategic Adolescent Reading Intervention), math teaching strategies, algebra and geometry problem sets, curriculum materials, downloadable lessons, and implementation guides. The site also features the SERP Stories Podcast, where educators, researchers, and community partners discuss innovative educational practices, literacy interventions, classroom challenges, and research-practice partnerships. Podcast episodes can be listened to or watched online and are accompanied by transcripts for accessibility. Additional features include a Professional Learning Hub, downloadable curriculum resources, research reports, blogs, webinars, and professional development materials designed to help teachers apply evidence-based practices in their classrooms.
tag(s): blogs (82), collaboration (131), differentiation (102), homework (27), OER (52), podcasts (169), vocabulary (252)
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Add SERP Institute to supplement your current teaching resources to support student learning through research-based methods. Download materials to differentiate instruction to meet students' needs and to reinforce or extend learning. For example, use WordGen Weekly or STARI as a fifteen to twenty-minute activity for students who need extra support with vocabulary, comprehension, or reading strategies. Assign vocabulary, reading comprehension, or math problems for homework, allowing you to personalize learning without altering the core curriculum.
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Infoplease - Sandbox Networks
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Infoplease is a free, authoritative online reference and learning website that combines an encyclopedia, almanac, atlas, dictionary, and other trusted resources in one easy-to-use location....more
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Infoplease is a free, authoritative online reference and learning website that combines an encyclopedia, almanac, atlas, dictionary, and other trusted resources in one easy-to-use location. It provides reliable information across subjects such as history, science, geography, language arts, and current events, making it a helpful tool for both classroom instruction and student research. A useful feature for teachers and students is the ability to enter a specific year and view major news events from that year, which supports timeline work, historical context, and research projects.
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Have students enter a specific year associated with a novel, historical event, or an author's life and explore major news from that year. Students can create a "Breaking News from the Past" newspaper front page with Canva, reviewed here. During research projects, have students verify information using Infoplease as a trusted reference tool. Turn it into a "Fact or Fiction" activity where students must confirm or correct statements. Students can research events from a specific decade and build a timeline using MyLens, reviewed here Then they can identify patterns or cause-and-effect relationships between events.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tabletop Audio - TableTop Audio
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Tabletop Audio offers free, downloadable audio designed as ambient background for games; however, the audio selections are also suitable for many other uses. The site currently includes...more
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Tabletop Audio offers free, downloadable audio designed as ambient background for games; however, the audio selections are also suitable for many other uses. The site currently includes hundreds of files, each approximately 10 minutes long. Use the search bar to find files by keyword, or browse categories such as historical, modern, nature, and more. Hover over the thumbnail to find options to download, add to a playlist, or play the file.
tag(s): multimedia (63), songs (50)
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Share this site with students who create games, use it as a background for multimedia presentations, or play it on their computers to set the scene for their current lesson. Engage students by playing a haunting or interesting piece of music to inspire creative storytelling projects. Add interest to short animated videos using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here by adding audio that correlates with their content.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Image Accessibility Creator - Arizona State University
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K to 12
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The Image Accessibility tool is a simple, web-based AI utility that helps educators and content creators generate accessible text descriptions and alt text for images, making visual...more
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The Image Accessibility tool is a simple, web-based AI utility that helps educators and content creators generate accessible text descriptions and alt text for images, making visual content more accessible to students with visual impairments or who rely on screen readers. Users upload an image, and the tool uses a language model (GPT-4o) to produce concise, objective descriptions and longer image summaries to add to digital course materials, improving accessibility. This feature supports universal design for learning by helping ensure that images communicate meaning effectively to all students, regardless of how they access content.
tag(s): Accessibility (12), artificial intelligence (335)
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Introduce the tool during technology lessons to teach why accessibility matters and how inclusive design helps everyone, not just users with disabilities. Teachers can use the tool to generate alt text for images in Google Slides, Docs, or worksheets so all students, including those using screen readers, can fully access lesson content. Students can compare AI-generated image descriptions with their own written descriptions, revising for clarity, precision, and strong word choice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hypothes.is - Hypothesis, Inc.
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Hypothes.is is a free online annotation tool that allows teachers and students to interact directly with digital texts such as webpages, PDFs, and online articles. Using the platform,...more
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Hypothes.is is a free online annotation tool that allows teachers and students to interact directly with digital texts such as webpages, PDFs, and online articles. Using the platform, students can highlight passages, add notes, ask questions, and respond to classmates' comments directly in the margins of the text, turning reading into an interactive discussion. This type of "social annotation" encourages deeper reading, collaboration, and critical thinking by allowing students to share ideas and analyze specific sentences or sections together. Hypothes.is can be used independently on the web or integrated into learning management systems such as Canvas, Moodle, and Blackboard, making it easy for teachers to create reading assignments and track student participation.
tag(s): collaboration (131), critical thinking (187), note taking (35)
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Assign a digital article, story, or historical document, and have students highlight important sentences and add comments or questions in the margins. After reading a passage, ask students to highlight evidence that supports a specific claim or theme. Students can annotate the text explaining why the sentence supports the idea, helping them practice finding and explaining textual evidence. Have students post thoughtful questions about confusing or interesting parts of the reading. Classmates can reply directly to the question annotations with answers, ideas, or additional examples, turning the text into an interactive discussion space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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No Child Left Inside - Connecticut Department of Energy
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K to 12
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The No Child Left Inside (NCLI) website from Connecticut State Parks highlights a statewide initiative designed to encourage children and families to spend more time outdoors exploring...more
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The No Child Left Inside (NCLI) website from Connecticut State Parks highlights a statewide initiative designed to encourage children and families to spend more time outdoors exploring nature. The site promotes free programs and events in Connecticut's state parks, forests, nature centers, and museums, helping young people connect with the environment through activities such as hiking, fishing, boating, camping, wildlife observation, and outdoor learning. Many programs, such as the Families in the Park events, focus on hands-on exploration and environmental education while encouraging families to enjoy nature together and develop an appreciation for the outdoors. The goal of the initiative is to help youth build healthy habits, discover local ecosystems, and become future environmental stewards.
tag(s): ecosystems (108), national parks (29)
In the Classroom
After learning about parks and outdoor recreation, students can create posters using DesignCap Poster Creator, reviewed here to encourage families to visit a park. Have students explore a small outdoor area and identify parts of an ecosystem such as plants, insects, soil, sunlight, and water sources. They can create a simple ecosystem diagram showing how living and nonliving things interact. Inspired by programs featured on the website, students can work in groups to design a family-friendly outdoor event.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Bing Image Creator - Microsoft
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4 to 12
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Bing Image Creator is a free, web-based AI tool from Microsoft that lets users turn descriptive text prompts into custom visuals using advanced generative models like DALL-E and GPT-4....more
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Bing Image Creator is a free, web-based AI tool from Microsoft that lets users turn descriptive text prompts into custom visuals using advanced generative models like DALL-E and GPT-4. Teachers and students can type what they want to see, and the tool generates corresponding images in seconds, making it easy to produce illustrations, creative graphics, and visual aids for lessons and projects. Because it's integrated with Bing and accessible through a browser, it's simple to use without installing software, and can help support creative expression, visual storytelling, and multimedia assignments across subject areas.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), creativity (89), graphic design (51), images (271)
In the Classroom
Generate an image based on a short prompt and have students write a narrative, descriptive paragraph, or dialogue inspired by the scene. Have students revise prompts to improve image results, learning how precise language, adjectives, and details change outcomes. Have students create images to represent abstract ideas such as themes, scientific processes, or historical moments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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