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Journal Prompts for a Coming-of-Age Unit - Facing History and Ourselves
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6 to 12
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The Facing History and Ourselves resource Journal Prompts for a Coming-of-Age Unit offers a thoughtfully curated collection of reflective writing prompts to help students explore identity,...more
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The Facing History and Ourselves resource Journal Prompts for a Coming-of-Age Unit offers a thoughtfully curated collection of reflective writing prompts to help students explore identity, belonging, choices, and personal growth in a coming-of-age literature unit. The prompts encourage students to make personal connections to texts, consider ethical dilemmas, and reflect on how experiences shape who they are becoming, supporting deeper comprehension and social-emotional learning. These journal activities can be used as warm-ups, ongoing reflections, or culminating responses, helping teachers foster meaningful discussion and critical thinking while guiding students through the complexities of adolescence and character development.
tag(s): identity (42), journals (23), social and emotional learning (202)
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Start class with a short journal prompt about identity or belonging. Have students write for 5-7 minutes, then optionally share with a partner or small group. After responding to a prompt, have students discuss their ideas with a partner using sentence starters. While reading a coming-of-age text, have students choose prompts that relate to a character's experiences. Students can write from their own perspective, then add a second paragraph explaining how their response connects to the character's choices or growth.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Scroobly - TensorFlow
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3 to 8
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Scroobly is a creative, browser-based tool that allows students to turn simple drawings into animated characters using their device's camera and artificial intelligence. By tracking...more
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Scroobly is a creative, browser-based tool that allows students to turn simple drawings into animated characters using their device's camera and artificial intelligence. By tracking facial expressions and body movements in real time, the platform brings doodles to life, making it easy for users to create short animations without any coding or design experience. Begin by clicking the start button and allowing Scroobly to access your device's camera. Select an animation option from the toolbar below your image, and select record. Scroobly will record your movements within the animation for up to 15 seconds. Options for saving include exporting as a GIF, a PNG sequence, or a Doodle file. This interactive and highly engaging tool is especially useful for encouraging storytelling, speaking practice, and creative expression, as students can design their own characters and record quick animated clips that respond to their movements.
tag(s): animation (66), artificial intelligence (335), digital storytelling (171), drawing (58)
In the Classroom
Have students create a simple drawn character and use Scroobly to introduce themselves or a fictional character. Assign vocabulary words and have students create characters that act out or explain the meaning of each word. Students can animate a character from a different perspective (for example, the antagonist or a side character) and explain events from that viewpoint, strengthening comprehension and critical thinking.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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40 End-of-Year Journaling Prompts to Inspire Reflection - Rosebud
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3 to 12
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This article from Rosebud offers 40 end-of-year writing prompts to help students reflect on their learning, growth, and experiences throughout the school year. The prompts range from...more
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This article from Rosebud offers 40 end-of-year writing prompts to help students reflect on their learning, growth, and experiences throughout the school year. The prompts range from quick bell-ringers to deeper workshop-style activities, making them easy to adapt to different classroom needs and time frames. The site emphasizes the value of reflective writing in helping students retain knowledge, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and set meaningful goals for the future. With open-ended questions that encourage personal insight and classroom discussion, this resource is a practical tool for helping students bring closure to the year while preparing for continued learning.
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Give students 1-2 short prompts (favorite moment, biggest challenge) and have them complete quick 5-minute writes. Post different prompts around the room. Have students rotate, responding to each with a sentence or sketch. Have students choose one big prompt, such as "How did you grow this year?" and write a structured response with a claim, evidence, and reasoning.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Fun Alternatives to Think-Pair-Share - We Are Teachers
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3 to 12
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This article from We Are Teachers offers a collection of creative alternatives to the traditional think-pair-share strategy, providing teachers with engaging ways to increase student...more
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This article from We Are Teachers offers a collection of creative alternatives to the traditional think-pair-share strategy, providing teachers with engaging ways to increase student participation and deepen classroom discussions. It explains that while think-pair-share is effective, structured variations such as movement-based activities, collaborative brainstorming, and role-based discussions can help keep students focused, energized, and actively involved in learning. The site emphasizes that these strategies promote stronger communication skills, encourage all students to contribute, and support deeper understanding by exposing learners to multiple perspectives and repeated opportunities to refine their thinking.
tag(s): collaboration (131), perspective (33), thinking routines (50)
In the Classroom
Have groups create a final answer or slide show using Aha Slides, reviewed here that combines everyone's ideas. They must justify their thinking using evidence, pushing students toward deeper reasoning and synthesis. Assign roles such as explainer and questioner. Have one student explain their thinking while the other asks probing questions to deepen understanding, then they switch roles. After pairing, the two pairs join together to form a group of four and compare ideas. This collaborative discussion helps students refine their thinking by hearing multiple perspectives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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50 Activities For Developing Critical Thinking Skills - Kapable
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4 to 12
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This article from Kapable provides a comprehensive collection of 50 practical activities designed to help develop and strengthen critical thinking skills through hands-on practice and...more
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This article from Kapable provides a comprehensive collection of 50 practical activities designed to help develop and strengthen critical thinking skills through hands-on practice and collaboration. It explains that critical thinking involves analyzing information, questioning assumptions, and considering multiple perspectives to make well-reasoned decisions. It emphasizes that activities such as debates, role-playing, puzzles, and problem-solving scenarios help learners build these skills in meaningful ways. The site highlights how these activities promote creativity, improve decision-making, and encourage adaptability by exposing learners to real-world challenges and diverse viewpoints, making it a useful resource for teachers looking to incorporate structured, interactive strategies to build students' analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
tag(s): collaboration (131), critical thinking (187), thinking routines (50)
In the Classroom
Set up stations with different types of challenges (logic puzzles, real-world scenarios, ethical dilemmas). Have students rotate through stations, collaborate, and explain their thinking process at each station. Have students identify a real-world problem (at the school, community, or global level) and create a solution plan. They must research, evaluate options, and present their reasoning using CER (claim, evidence, reasoning). Give students a topic connected to your ELA or social studies unit. In small groups, students can take different perspectives and support their claims with evidence.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Comics English - Jonathan Pierrel
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6 to 12
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Comics English is a free educational website that helps English language learners build reading, vocabulary, and language skills through authentic comic strips. The site features a...more
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Comics English is a free educational website that helps English language learners build reading, vocabulary, and language skills through authentic comic strips. The site features a growing collection of comics accompanied by learning supports such as transcripts, vocabulary definitions, cultural and contextual explanations, and language notes that help readers understand idioms, grammar, and everyday English usage. A dedicated Teachers section offers ideas for classroom use, while the Learners section provides resources for independent study. Because the comics cover a variety of topics and humor styles, teachers should preview selections before assigning them to students to ensure they are appropriate for their grade level and learning goals.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (67), multilingual (84)
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Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here to display vocabulary. Students can use Google Slides, reviewed here to summarize the comic's meaning. Students can create their own comics using Witty Comics, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Thinking Interdependently - VHS Resource Toolkit
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6 to 12
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This page from the Vista High School Resource Toolkit explains the Habit of Mind: Thinking Interdependently, which focuses on helping students learn to work effectively with others...more
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This page from the Vista High School Resource Toolkit explains the Habit of Mind: Thinking Interdependently, which focuses on helping students learn to work effectively with others to solve problems and make decisions. The site describes thinking interdependently as the ability to communicate ideas, accept feedback, test solutions with others, and build understanding through collaboration. It also includes strategies and activities teachers can use to help students recognize when teamwork is needed and how sharing perspectives leads to stronger learning. Suggested classroom ideas include analyzing examples of collaboration, defining the characteristics of good teamwork, and using cooperative structures, such as jigsaw activities, to help students practice working together. This resource is useful for teachers looking to build social-emotional skills, collaboration, and Habits of Mind through group learning experiences.
tag(s): collaboration (131), perspective (33), social and emotional learning (202), thinking routines (50)
In the Classroom
Divide a lesson into sections and assign each student in a group a different part to become an expert on. Have students teach their section to their group members. Provide complex tasks (STEM challenges, reading discussions, or real-world problems) that require multiple perspectives. Assign roles (facilitator, recorder, reporter) so each student contributes and the group relies on everyone's input. Have students share writing, projects, or ideas with peers for feedback. Teach them how to offer constructive suggestions and ask clarifying questions, reinforcing that improvement often happens through collaboration.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Habits of Mind Animations: Thinking Interdependently - ASCD
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2 to 8
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This short animated YouTube video, "Habits of Mind Animations: Thinking Interdependently," uses a simple and engaging story to show how working together can lead to better ideas and...more
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This short animated YouTube video, "Habits of Mind Animations: Thinking Interdependently," uses a simple and engaging story to show how working together can lead to better ideas and stronger problem-solving. The animation explains that thinking interdependently means listening to others, sharing ideas, and cooperating to reach solutions that would be harder to achieve alone. This video is useful for introducing collaboration skills, setting expectations for group work, and reinforcing social-emotional learning as students practice respectful discussion, teamwork, and helping one another succeed. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): collaboration (131), listening (119), problem solving (279), social and emotional learning (202), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130)
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Give students brief situations that require teamwork (for example, building something together, solving a problem, or working on a group project). Have students discuss with a partner how thinking interdependently would help in that situation. Have students sit in a circle and give a compliment to the person next to them about something they do well when working with others. Students can create a poster that shows what interdependent thinking looks, sounds, and feels like in the classroom. Posters can include examples such as listening, taking turns, helping others, and sharing ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Peer-to-Peer Education: What It Is, Benefits & How It Works - 21K School
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K to 12
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This article from 21K School, "Peer-to-Peer Education: A Collaborative Learning Approach," explains how students can learn more effectively by teaching and collaborating rather than...more
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This article from 21K School, "Peer-to-Peer Education: A Collaborative Learning Approach," explains how students can learn more effectively by teaching and collaborating rather than relying solely on teacher-led instruction. The post describes peer-to-peer education as a collaborative learning method where students share ideas, discuss topics, and help one another understand concepts through activities such as debates, group discussions, feedback, and teamwork. The article highlights benefits such as improved confidence, stronger communication skills, better social interaction, and a deeper understanding, and offers suggestions on how teachers can create a positive classroom environment that encourages cooperation and shared learning.
tag(s): classroom management (143), collaboration (131), communication (126), feedback (16), listening (119), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50)
In the Classroom
After a mini-lesson, have students turn to a partner and explain the concept in their own words. Each partner listens and adds anything their partner missed. Set up stations where students work in pairs or small groups to practice skills such as reading, math problems, vocabulary, or science concepts. Have students take turns being the teacher and the learner. Give each group a task that requires teamwork, such as solving a complex question, completing a research activity, or creating a project. Students should discuss ideas and agree on a solution together, strengthening collaboration and critical thinking.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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16 Variations on Think-Pair-Share to Keep Students Engaged - Edutopia
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K to 12
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This Edutopia article, "16 Variations on Think-Pair-Share to Keep Students Engaged," shares creative ways to update the classic Think-Pair-Share strategy to keep students engaged and...more
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This Edutopia article, "16 Variations on Think-Pair-Share to Keep Students Engaged," shares creative ways to update the classic Think-Pair-Share strategy to keep students engaged and actively involved in learning. The article explains how educators can expand the simple routine of thinking individually, discussing with a partner, and sharing with the class by incorporating variations such as drawing, rotating partners, collaborative writing, and small-group sharing. These strategies help increase participation, strengthen communication skills, deepen understanding, and give all students a chance to express their ideas across subject areas and grade levels.
tag(s): collaboration (131), communication (126), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50)
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Ask students a question about the lesson and have them first draw their idea rather than write it. Students can then explain their drawing to a partner before sharing with the class. Have students stand up, find a partner, and discuss a question or problem. After sharing, they find a new partner for the next question. Have students first talk with a partner, then join another pair to form a group of four, and finally share with the whole class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Big and Small Strategies to Harness the Power of Peer-to-Peer Teaching - Edutopia
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3 to 12
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This Edutopia article, "Big and Small Strategies to Harness the Power of Peer-to-Peer Teaching," explains how students can improve their understanding and retention by teaching one...more
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This Edutopia article, "Big and Small Strategies to Harness the Power of Peer-to-Peer Teaching," explains how students can improve their understanding and retention by teaching one another. The article describes simple and structured strategies such as Think-Pair-Share, jigsaw groups, and peer tutoring, all based on the idea that students learn more deeply when they explain ideas to classmates. It offers practical classroom ideas for use in any subject and grade level to increase participation, collaboration, and confidence while building a supportive learning community.
tag(s): collaboration (131), professional development (322), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50)
In the Classroom
Ask a question about the current lesson, have students think quietly, discuss with a partner, and finally share with the class. After a short mini-lesson, have students turn to a partner and explain the concept in their own words. The partner listens and then adds anything missed. Divide a topic into sections and assign each group one part to learn. Students become experts on their section and then teach it to a new group.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Laugh Out Loud- Funny Books for Teens - Sno-Isle Libraries
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7 to 12
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This Sno-Isle Libraries staff book list titled "Laugh Out Loud - Funny Books for Teens" features a collection of humorous novels and graphic novels recommended for middle school and...more
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This Sno-Isle Libraries staff book list titled "Laugh Out Loud - Funny Books for Teens" features a collection of humorous novels and graphic novels recommended for middle school and high school readers. Each title includes a short description to help students choose books based on their interests, with stories that range from lighthearted school situations to satire, adventure, and quirky characters. Teachers can use this list to find engaging independent reading choices, build classroom library selections, or recommend books that motivate reluctant readers by using humor to make reading more enjoyable.
tag(s): graphic novels (5), humor (20), independent reading (84)
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Have students choose a book from the list (or another funny book they know) and write a short review explaining why other students should read it. Compile the reviews into a class slideshow using Genially, reviewed here to share with other classes or the school library. Have students read a selection from one of the books and look for techniques authors use to make readers laugh, such as exaggeration, wordplay, awkward situations, or unexpected events.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Choice Board Templates - Canva
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K to 12
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This large assortment of choice board templates includes many free and customizable options within Canva for Education, reviewed here Choose from...more
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This large assortment of choice board templates includes many free and customizable options within Canva for Education, reviewed here Choose from a variety of styles and content options. After selecting a template, use Canva's editing tools to personalize colors, text, images, and more. Share templates digitally with your personalized link, or download as an image or PDF.
tag(s): differentiation (102), multimedia (63), presentations (41), student-centered (10)
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Make sure to create a free teacher's account in Canva; this gives you access to many of the paid PRO account features. Use choice boards during independent work rotations or end-of-unit projects. Create multiple versions of choice boards using the templates to accommodate diverse learners and learning styles in your classroom while still providing instruction that meets learning objectives for all students. Include a variety of activities in choice boards that engage students in learning, such as games, simulations, videos, and opportunities to share their learning by creating multimedia presentations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Back to School Icebreakers Activities - Nearpod
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K to 12
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This Nearpod blog post provides a collection of ready-to-use, interactive activities designed to help teachers build a positive classroom community during the first week of school....more
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This Nearpod blog post provides a collection of ready-to-use, interactive activities designed to help teachers build a positive classroom community during the first week of school. The article features icebreakers, getting-to-know-you lessons, collaborative discussions, reflection prompts, and engaging digital activities that introduce students to classroom routines while encouraging participation and relationship-building. It also highlights Nearpod's interactive tools, such as Collaborate Board, Draw It, Time to Climb, polls, and ready-made lessons, making it easy for teachers to create an engaging and welcoming learning environment from day one. Many of the featured resources are available as editable or ready-to-launch lessons for use in live or student-paced instruction.
tag(s): classroom management (143), collaboration (131), firstday (27)
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Use Nearpod's Collaborate Board for students to post fun facts, summer memories, reading interests, or personal goals. Encourage classmates to respond to one another to help build connections from the first day of school. Launch a collaborative Nearpod lesson where students brainstorm classroom norms using polls, open-ended questions, and Draw It activities. Turn the class's ideas into a shared digital classroom agreement. Reinforce routines such as technology expectations, transitions, or classroom rules by creating a Time to Climb quiz. Find more ideas for classroom learning activities at Nearpod, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using Humor in the Art Room - The Art of Education University
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This podcast episode from The Art of Education University discusses how teachers can use humor in the classroom to build relationships, increase engagement, and create a safe learning...more
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This podcast episode from The Art of Education University discusses how teachers can use humor in the classroom to build relationships, increase engagement, and create a safe learning environment, especially in the art room. The speaker explains that humor can help students feel comfortable and more willing to take risks. Still, teachers should be thoughtful about how they use jokes, sarcasm, and playful comments, as students may interpret them differently. The episode shares examples such as intentionally making mistakes during demonstrations, using lighthearted comments to keep students engaged, and choosing humor that supports learning rather than embarrassing students. Overall, the message encourages teachers to use humor intentionally to make class enjoyable while maintaining a respectful, supportive atmosphere.
tag(s): classroom management (143), humor (20), podcasts (169), teaching strategies (77)
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Start a lesson by intentionally making a funny mistake during a demonstration, such as using the wrong color, holding a tool incorrectly, or pretending to forget a step. Ask students to catch the mistake and explain how to do it correctly. Use lighthearted class discussions about appropriate humor, asking students when jokes are helpful and when they might hurt someone's feelings. Try a teacher-student improv activity where students quickly add a funny detail to a drawing, story, or idea the teacher starts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Why Can't Teachers Be Funny in School? - Trainers Warehouse
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This blog post from Trainers Warehouse explains how using classroom humor can make learning more engaging, memorable, and enjoyable for students. The article encourages teachers to...more
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This blog post from Trainers Warehouse explains how using classroom humor can make learning more engaging, memorable, and enjoyable for students. The article encourages teachers to include funny activities, jokes, games, and playful routines to help students relax, participate more, and feel comfortable taking risks while learning. Suggestions include using silly introductions, humorous writing activities, improv games, movement breaks, funny prompts, and lighthearted classroom challenges to keep energy high and attention focused. The post also notes that laughter can reduce stress, improve mood, strengthen relationships, and help students remember what they learn, making humor a powerful tool for building a positive classroom environment.
tag(s): blogs (82), classroom management (143), humor (20), teaching strategies (77)
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Use content-based humor activities like Mad Libs, limericks, or funny captions related to the topic you are teaching. For example, students can fill in missing words in a paragraph about the lesson or write a humorous rhyme using vocabulary terms. Begin a lesson with a funny introduction activity, such as having students introduce themselves using emojis, memes, or silly voices. Incorporate movement-based humor activities like funny walks, freeze poses, or short dance breaks.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Easily Infuse More Humor into Your Classroom - Beginning Teacher Talk with Dr. Lori Friesen
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K to 8
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This video explains how teachers can use humor to create a positive, engaging classroom environment and build stronger relationships with students. The speaker shares practical ideas,...more
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This video explains how teachers can use humor to create a positive, engaging classroom environment and build stronger relationships with students. The speaker shares practical ideas, such as telling jokes, using funny voices, adding silly props, creating playful routines, taking brain breaks, and leaving surprise notes, to help students feel relaxed and connected. The video emphasizes that humor helps students feel safe, increases engagement, and improves classroom management by making them more willing to participate in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Teachers are encouraged to try small strategies that match their personality and gradually add more lighthearted moments to make learning enjoyable. This video is hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable at school.
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tag(s): classroom management (143), humor (20), teaching strategies (77)
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Start the day with a joke or a funny daily announcement to create a positive classroom mood. Use silly writing prompts or creative challenges connected to your lesson. For example, ask students to write a story funnily using vocabulary words, such as "What would happen if a dinosaur became the principal?" Create a class mascot, puppet, or character that gives directions, asks questions, or leaves notes for students. The mascot can review content, introduce lessons, or offer hints, making learning more memorable and increasing student engagement.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Be MediaWise lesson 5: How to determine the credibility of a source on social media - PBS News Hour Classroom
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6 to 12
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PBS features Be MediaWise lesson 5: How to determine the credibility of a source on social media, in which students will learn to assess credibility by finding experts to verify ...more
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PBS features Be MediaWise lesson 5: How to determine the credibility of a source on social media, in which students will learn to assess credibility by finding experts to verify claims. Students will also learn the concept of click restraint. The lesson includes an overview, learning objectives, downloadable instructional materials, key vocabulary, before-, during-, and after-viewing activities, an extension activity, alignments to Common Core, College, Career, and Civic Life (C3), and ISTE Standards, along with additional teaching resources to support classroom implementation. The video for the lesson is on YouTube; therefore, make sure your district does not block YouTube.
tag(s): evaluating sources (52), media literacy (130), social media (63)
In the Classroom
Students can use Mentimeter, reviewed here to share the first word that comes into their mind when they hear social media and reliability. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to take notes while working on the lesson. Students can create an online escape room template, reviewed here about reliability and social media.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources - edutopia
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3 to 12
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources is an article about teaching students to identify reliable sources in the digital age. The article outlines the CRAAP model: Currency,...more
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Teaching Students How to Identify Credible Sources is an article about teaching students to identify reliable sources in the digital age. The article outlines the CRAAP model: Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose. It also shares ways to use the CRAAP model, including: using Kahoot or Waygrounds, scavenger hunts, races, debates, and more.
tag(s): evaluating sources (52), Research (89)
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Create an interactive game using Kahoot!, reviewed here or Wayground (formerly Quizizz), reviewed here to use the CRAAP model to evaluate sources. Students can create an infographic showcasing the model using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to create a list of reliable sources.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Monica AI Podcast Generator - Hongyuan Cao
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5 to 12
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Monica AI Podcast Generator is an AI tool that converts a website, YouTube video, PDF/file, or long text into a podcast. When creating your podcast with a free account, you ...more
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Monica AI Podcast Generator is an AI tool that converts a website, YouTube video, PDF/file, or long text into a podcast. When creating your podcast with a free account, you must sign in. There are two hosts: Emily and Michael. You can also create your podcast in various languages, including American English, British English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, French, Spanish, and more. After creating your podcast, share it via a link, on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or by scanning a QR code on a phone. The free plan features 40 accesses to basic daily models, a limited trial for image/video generation, ChatPDF, and AI Agent.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (335), differentiation (102), podcasts (169)
In the Classroom
Students can create podcasts summarizing a book, create dialogue between two characters, or write a different ending to a book. Encourage students to create a podcast on a science topic they are learning to teach others. Use the Monica AI Podcaster Generator for students to create a podcast as an exit ticket to demonstrate what they learned about a specific topic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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