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OK2Ask: Google Notebook LM: Your AI Research Assistant for Transforming Teaching and Learning - TeachersFirst
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Discover how Google Notebook LM can revolutionize your approach to classroom content and research! This powerful AI research assistant helps educators organize, analyze, and transform content from multiple sources into engaging learning materials. Learn how to use Notebook LM to create podcast-style audio overviews, generate study guides, develop mind maps of complex topics, and craft effective assessments--all while maintaining source integrity. Whether you're creating differentiated materials for diverse learners, preparing professional development resources, or guiding students through research projects, Notebook LM provides innovative solutions that will save you time and enhance student engagement. Don't miss this introduction to a free tool that supports personalized learning, builds critical thinking skills, and makes content more accessible for all students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use Google Notebook LM to create customized learning materials that meet diverse student needs. 2. Transform content into multiple formats to increase accessibility and engagement. 3. Apply Notebook LM strategies that support critical thinking and personalized learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Discover how Google Notebook LM can revolutionize your approach to classroom content and research! This powerful AI research assistant helps educators organize, analyze, and transform content from multiple sources into engaging learning materials. Learn how to use Notebook LM to create podcast-style audio overviews, generate study guides, develop mind maps of complex topics, and craft effective assessments--all while maintaining source integrity. Whether you're creating differentiated materials for diverse learners, preparing professional development resources, or guiding students through research projects, Notebook LM provides innovative solutions that will save you time and enhance student engagement. Don't miss this introduction to a free tool that supports personalized learning, builds critical thinking skills, and makes content more accessible for all students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use Google Notebook LM to create customized learning materials that meet diverse student needs. 2. Transform content into multiple formats to increase accessibility and engagement. 3. Apply Notebook LM strategies that support critical thinking and personalized learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (232), differentiation (79), Google (21), OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (290)
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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.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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OK2Ask: Google Keep: Streamline Your Digital Workflow - TeachersFirst
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Are your teaching ideas scattered across sticky notes, emails, and random documents? Discover how to make Google Keep your digital command center for organizing thoughts, tracking tasks, and streamlining your professional workflow. This engaging one-hour session explores how Keep's versatile features--from collaborative notes to location-based reminders--can transform both your personal productivity and instructional approach. You'll learn practical strategies for using Keep to collect instructional resources, provide student feedback, manage classroom tasks, and model effective digital organization for your students. Join us to explore how this underutilized Google Workspace tool can help you reclaim your time and mental space for what matters most: creative, meaningful teaching. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement Google Keep's core features to capture and organize teaching resources across devices and Google applications. 2. Design efficient organizational systems by using labels, color-coding, and reminders to streamline instructional workflows. 3. Apply collaborative features to enhance student feedback, resource sharing, and classroom management practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Are your teaching ideas scattered across sticky notes, emails, and random documents? Discover how to make Google Keep your digital command center for organizing thoughts, tracking tasks, and streamlining your professional workflow. This engaging one-hour session explores how Keep's versatile features--from collaborative notes to location-based reminders--can transform both your personal productivity and instructional approach. You'll learn practical strategies for using Keep to collect instructional resources, provide student feedback, manage classroom tasks, and model effective digital organization for your students. Join us to explore how this underutilized Google Workspace tool can help you reclaim your time and mental space for what matters most: creative, meaningful teaching. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement Google Keep's core features to capture and organize teaching resources across devices and Google applications. 2. Design efficient organizational systems by using labels, color-coding, and reminders to streamline instructional workflows. 3. Apply collaborative features to enhance student feedback, resource sharing, and classroom management practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): Google (21), OK2Askarchive (83), organizational skills (82), professional development (290)
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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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OK2Ask: Chrome Power-Up: Revealing Overlooked Gems for Educators - TeachersFirst
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Many educators use Google Chrome daily, but browsing only scratches the surface of what this powerful tool can do. In this engaging session, you'll discover built-in Chrome features that streamline research, simplify classroom management, enhance accessibility, and boost your productivity. Learn how to harness Chrome's native tools for everything from organizing tabs and creating custom searches to capturing screenshots and translating content on the fly. These practical techniques work on any device running Chrome, making them perfect for educators in diverse technology environments. Whether you're a tech-savvy teacher looking to optimize your workflow or someone who wants to reduce digital frustration, you'll walk away with immediately applicable skills that enhance both your efficiency and instructional effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Apply Chrome productivity techniques to organize information and manage digital workspaces. 2. Use built-in accessibility and reading tools to support diverse student needs. 3. Implement Chrome's overlooked gems to enhance instructional delivery and model digital literacy. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Many educators use Google Chrome daily, but browsing only scratches the surface of what this powerful tool can do. In this engaging session, you'll discover built-in Chrome features that streamline research, simplify classroom management, enhance accessibility, and boost your productivity. Learn how to harness Chrome's native tools for everything from organizing tabs and creating custom searches to capturing screenshots and translating content on the fly. These practical techniques work on any device running Chrome, making them perfect for educators in diverse technology environments. Whether you're a tech-savvy teacher looking to optimize your workflow or someone who wants to reduce digital frustration, you'll walk away with immediately applicable skills that enhance both your efficiency and instructional effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Apply Chrome productivity techniques to organize information and manage digital workspaces. 2. Use built-in accessibility and reading tools to support diverse student needs. 3. Implement Chrome's overlooked gems to enhance instructional delivery and model digital literacy. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): Accessibility (8), Google (21), OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (290)
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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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OK2Ask: Google Sites 201: Building Effective Digital Learning Environments - TeachersFirst
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Move from concept to creation in this hands-on workshop! Work with a customizable template designed for educational settings and learn to adapt it for your instructional needs. Master essential site-building skills--from creating intuitive navigation to embedding interactive elements--while implementing accessibility features that support all learners. Regardless of your technology comfort level, you'll leave with a functional site framework that's ready for classroom implementation. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Create a well-structured site with effective navigation that aligns with learning objectives. 2. Incorporate multimedia elements to enhance student engagement. 3. Apply accessibility best practices to ensure equitable access for all users. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Move from concept to creation in this hands-on workshop! Work with a customizable template designed for educational settings and learn to adapt it for your instructional needs. Master essential site-building skills--from creating intuitive navigation to embedding interactive elements--while implementing accessibility features that support all learners. Regardless of your technology comfort level, you'll leave with a functional site framework that's ready for classroom implementation. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Create a well-structured site with effective navigation that aligns with learning objectives. 2. Incorporate multimedia elements to enhance student engagement. 3. Apply accessibility best practices to ensure equitable access for all users. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): Google (21), OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (290)
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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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OK2Ask: 3 Cool Tools for Timelines - TeachersFirst
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Timelines are powerful visual tools that can transform how students understand chronology, cause and effect, and the evolution of ideas in any subject area. In this hands-on workshop, we'll explore three versatile, free timeline creation tools you can implement at any grade level. You'll learn how to use timelines not just as presentation tools, but as dynamic frameworks for student inquiry, collaboration, and assessment. Discover strategies for scaffolding student comprehension from introduction to assessment while empowering learners to make connections between events, identify patterns, and visualize change over time. Whether you're teaching history, science, literature, or another subject, you'll leave with practical approaches to integrating interactive timelines that engage students and provide valuable insights into their understanding. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design learning experiences that use timelines to scaffold student comprehension in any subject area. 2. Evaluate three free timeline creation tools based on their specific classroom needs and learning objectives. 3. Create an implementation plan that integrates timeline activities into their curriculum. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Timelines are powerful visual tools that can transform how students understand chronology, cause and effect, and the evolution of ideas in any subject area. In this hands-on workshop, we'll explore three versatile, free timeline creation tools you can implement at any grade level. You'll learn how to use timelines not just as presentation tools, but as dynamic frameworks for student inquiry, collaboration, and assessment. Discover strategies for scaffolding student comprehension from introduction to assessment while empowering learners to make connections between events, identify patterns, and visualize change over time. Whether you're teaching history, science, literature, or another subject, you'll leave with practical approaches to integrating interactive timelines that engage students and provide valuable insights into their understanding. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design learning experiences that use timelines to scaffold student comprehension in any subject area. 2. Evaluate three free timeline creation tools based on their specific classroom needs and learning objectives. 3. Create an implementation plan that integrates timeline activities into their curriculum. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (290), timelines (57)
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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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OK2Ask: Digital Storytelling 201: Creating, Sharing, and Showcasing Student Narratives - TeachersFirst
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Take your digital storytelling projects to the next level! Building on foundational storytelling concepts from Digital Storytelling 101: Crafting Compelling Stories from Concept to Storyboard, this workshop guides you through the production phase of digital storytelling--from gathering media assets to publishing polished final products. You'll learn practical strategies for teaching responsible media use, guiding students through the production process, and implementing effective peer feedback protocols. Discover how to overcome common classroom management challenges while facilitating student-centered digital projects and explore assessment strategies that honor both creativity and content mastery. Join us to explore how digital storytelling can turn your students into confident creators and critical communicators in the digital world. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement strategies for teaching copyright, fair use, and ethical media practices in digital projects. 2. Utilize versatile creation tools that accommodate various student needs and technical contexts. 3. Design structured peer feedback and assessment frameworks that balance content and creativity. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Take your digital storytelling projects to the next level! Building on foundational storytelling concepts from Digital Storytelling 101: Crafting Compelling Stories from Concept to Storyboard, this workshop guides you through the production phase of digital storytelling--from gathering media assets to publishing polished final products. You'll learn practical strategies for teaching responsible media use, guiding students through the production process, and implementing effective peer feedback protocols. Discover how to overcome common classroom management challenges while facilitating student-centered digital projects and explore assessment strategies that honor both creativity and content mastery. Join us to explore how digital storytelling can turn your students into confident creators and critical communicators in the digital world. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement strategies for teaching copyright, fair use, and ethical media practices in digital projects. 2. Utilize versatile creation tools that accommodate various student needs and technical contexts. 3. Design structured peer feedback and assessment frameworks that balance content and creativity. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): digital storytelling (149), OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (290)
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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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The Plate Show - WNET
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K to 2
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"The Plate Show" is a comedy podcast for children and their families, exploring cultures worldwide and their significant foods. Hosted by Spoonie, a talking spoon, and her sidekick,...more
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"The Plate Show" is a comedy podcast for children and their families, exploring cultures worldwide and their significant foods. Hosted by Spoonie, a talking spoon, and her sidekick, Tongs, the show offers engaging episodes that delve into various culinary traditions, making it a valuable resource for educators who aim to introduce students to global cultures and cuisines.
tag(s): cooking (32), cultures (259), podcasts (139), preK (291)
In the Classroom
Encourage students to share a story about a favorite dish from their own family or heritage. They can draw it, write a short description, or even interview a family member about its history. Have each student contribute a recipe from their culture or a favorite meal at home. Compile these into a classroom cookbook with personal stories or fun facts about each dish. Create this book collaboratively using Google Slides reviewed here or Book Creator reviewed here. Explore the science behind cooking by choosing an episode-related food to investigate (ex., how yeast makes bread rise or why popcorn pops). Conduct a simple experiment and discuss the results. Just like Spoonie and Tongs, students can design their own talking kitchen utensil character. They can write a short paragraph in which they share a fun fact or story about a favorite dish.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Work It Out Wombats! Podcasts - PBS Kids
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K to 2
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"The Work It Out Wombats!" podcast series, available on PBS KIDS, features engaging audio adventures with characters Malik, Zadie, and Zeke. Each episode invites young listeners to...more
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"The Work It Out Wombats!" podcast series, available on PBS KIDS, features engaging audio adventures with characters Malik, Zadie, and Zeke. Each episode invites young listeners to participate in interactive playdates, such as surprise parties, sleepovers, and detective missions, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. These podcasts offer an excellent resource for educators seeking to incorporate interactive storytelling into their curriculum, promoting active listening and imaginative thinking among students.
tag(s): creativity (82), interactive stories (21), podcasts (139), preK (291), problem solving (247)
In the Classroom
Pause the podcast at key moments and ask students to predict what the characters should do next. This encourages critical thinking and active listening. Have students write a short adventure for Malik, Zadie, and Zeke, imagining a new problem for them to solve. Students can read their stories aloud using Castbox Creator Studio, reviewed here or Imagine Forest, reviewed here or turn them into a mini audio recording. Assign students different roles from an episode and have them reenact the story or create their own continuation to help develop storytelling and collaboration skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Radiolab for Kids Presents: Terrestrials Podcast - WNYC Studios
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4 to 8
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Radiolab for Kids is a captivating podcast that brings science, curiosity, and storytelling together in a way that engages young learners. Featuring kid-friendly episodes from the popular...more
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Radiolab for Kids is a captivating podcast that brings science, curiosity, and storytelling together in a way that engages young learners. Featuring kid-friendly episodes from the popular Radiolab series, the podcast explores fascinating topics in science, history, and philosophy through engaging narratives and real-world connections. Teachers can use Radiolab for Kids to encourage inquiry-based discussions, introduce complex ideas in an accessible way, and inspire critical thinking. With its mix of storytelling and scientific exploration, the podcast is ideal for upper elementary and middle school students, making it a valuable resource for cross-curricular learning.
tag(s): listening (95), podcasts (139), stories and storytelling (68)
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While listening, have students create a visual concept map using MindMup, reviewed here or paper to connect key ideas from the episode. Doing this helps with comprehension and identifying relationships between concepts. Have students choose a topic from the episode to research further and create a presentation, infographic, or short report using Visme, reviewed here or Canva Edu, reviewed here to share with the class. Have students work in groups to research an interesting question, write a script, and record a mini-podcast episode using narration, interviews, and sound effects. Spotify for Podcasters, reviewed here or Buzzsprout, reviewed here can be used to record the podcast.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tumble Science Podcast for Kids - Tumble Media
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"Tumble: Science Podcast for Kids" is an engaging, kid-friendly podcast that explores fascinating science topics through storytelling and expert interviews. Designed to spark curiosity,...more
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"Tumble: Science Podcast for Kids" is an engaging, kid-friendly podcast that explores fascinating science topics through storytelling and expert interviews. Designed to spark curiosity, each episode presents scientific concepts in a fun and accessible way, making it a great resource for classroom learning. Teachers can use the podcast to support science lessons, introduce new topics, and encourage inquiry-based discussions. With episodes covering a wide range of subjects - from space exploration to biology - Tumble is ideal for upper elementary and middle school students, whether as a listening activity, discussion starter, or inspiration for hands-on experiments.
tag(s): animals (263), dinosaurs (47), listening (95), natural disasters (19), plants (138), podcasts (139), space (236), stars (78), vision (41)
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Before listening, show students the episode title and have them predict what they think the episode will be about. Afterward, discuss how their predictions compared to what they learned. Choose an episode related to a scientific concept that students can test. For example, if an episode focuses on forces, conduct a simple physics experiment in class and have students record their observations. Students can work in small groups to research a science topic, script an episode, and record their classroom science podcast using Adobe Podcast, reviewed here or Acast, reviewed here inspired by "Tumble". They can include fun facts, expert interviews, and sound effects!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Morphy - Smithsonian Science Education Center
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Morphy, a life science game from the Smithsonian Science Education Center, is designed for students in grades 3-5 and teaches how animals use external structures to survive and behave...more
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Morphy, a life science game from the Smithsonian Science Education Center, is designed for students in grades 3-5 and teaches how animals use external structures to survive and behave in their environments. Accessible on desktop and laptop via a web browser, Morphy is also available for download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, making it easy to bring interactive science learning to any classroom or home setting.
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Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a story about another planet. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post their questions or comments that they had while playing the game. Finally, students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast creatures featured in the game.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Habitats - Smithsonian Science Education Center
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Explore the diverse world of ecosystems with the Smithsonian Science Education Center's interactive Habitats game. This engaging, browser-based activity invites learners to match...more
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Explore the diverse world of ecosystems with the Smithsonian Science Education Center's interactive Habitats game. This engaging, browser-based activity invites learners to match animals, such as the red-eyed tree frog, to their correct environments, including deserts, coral reefs, jungles, and marshes. By integrating vivid visuals and interactive gameplay, the resource reinforces life science concepts aligned with NGSS standards, making it an excellent tool for introducing or reviewing habitat-related topics in the classroom.
tag(s): animals (263), deserts (19), ecosystems (97), habitats (99), jungles (5)
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Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a book about all the different habitats of the animals. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post their questions that they have about the habitats or the animals. Finally, students can Google My Maps reviewed here to view the different habitats and locations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Let's Learn STEM - Let's Learn
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K to 4
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Let's Learn STEM is a free, kid-friendly website offering engaging videos on computer programming, engineering, design, and problem-solving. Some lessons even feature Super Grover 2.0...more
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Let's Learn STEM is a free, kid-friendly website offering engaging videos on computer programming, engineering, design, and problem-solving. Some lessons even feature Super Grover 2.0 as he helps tackle real-world challenges through critical thinking. With most videos running between 8 to 15 minutes, this resource is perfect for introducing young learners to STEM concepts in a playful and accessible way.
tag(s): critical thinking (154), engineering (134), problem solving (247), STEM (333)
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Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to photograph themselves completing a project featured on the site. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to ask questions, make wonderings, or connections. Finally, students can use Free Screen Recorder Online reviewed here to share their creation after watching a video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Let's Learn Art - Let's Learn
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Let's Learn Art features interactive videos that invite students to explore their creativity through activities such as Let's Make Music, Let's Pretend, Let's Dance, and Let's...more
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Let's Learn Art features interactive videos that invite students to explore their creativity through activities such as Let's Make Music, Let's Pretend, Let's Dance, and Let's Create segments. Designed to engage young learners in imaginative play and artistic expression, the videos can be sorted by fun themes like Feelings, Colors, Animals, Transportation, My Five Senses, and more. With video lengths ranging from 1.5 to 13 minutes, this resource is perfect for integrating art, movement, and music into the early childhood classroom.
tag(s): creativity (82), recycling (44)
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Students can create videos singing the songs using Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here. After watching the informational videos (such as Recycling Ben), students can teach others about recycling. Finally, students can use WordClouds, reviewed here after watching the video titled "Singing about Where We Live" to share all the different places that they live and the languages that they know.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Let's Learn Science - Let's Learn
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Young learners can explore the wonders of the world around them through engaging videos on Let's Learn Science, which cover topics such as animals, experiments, the five senses, force...more
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Young learners can explore the wonders of the world around them through engaging videos on Let's Learn Science, which cover topics such as animals, experiments, the five senses, force and motion, plants, water, weather, and other key science concepts. This free collection also includes STEM-focused content, allowing educators to sort videos by themes such as Light, Transformation, Feelings, Transportation, Animals, and more. With video lengths ranging from 2 to 15 minutes, it's an ideal resource for sparking curiosity and supporting science learning in early childhood classrooms.
tag(s): animals (263), experiments (60), forces (45), motion (54), STEM (333), water (100), weather (166)
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Students can use Seesaw's reviewed here community library to complete activities. Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create books on animals (or other science topics). Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post interesting information and facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Weather Hunters: Al Roker's Guide for Weather Talks with Kids - PBS Kids For Parents
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K to 3
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PBS's Weather Hunters features Al Roker's Guide for Weather Talks with Kids. Kids will find answers to
"What is rain?," "Why does it snow?," "Where do puddles go when the ...more
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PBS's Weather Hunters features Al Roker's Guide for Weather Talks with Kids. Kids will find answers to
"What is rain?," "Why does it snow?," "Where do puddles go when the sun comes out?," and "How on Earth do you pronounce anemometer?" Children between the ages of two and eight will enjoy Al Roker's entertaining and easy way to explain weather.
tag(s): crafts (93), experiments (60), literacy (121), preK (291), weather (166)
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Students can utilize the resources available on the site. Students can use 3 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here to compare and contrast different types of weather. Finally, students can use Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here to record themselves describing the weather.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Glow With Your Hands Virtual - Glow With Your Hands
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6 to 12
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GLOW with Your Hands Virtual is an online platform designed to introduce students to over 30 career opportunities in high-growth industries across Genesee, Livingston, Orleans, and...more
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GLOW with Your Hands Virtual is an online platform designed to introduce students to over 30 career opportunities in high-growth industries across Genesee, Livingston, Orleans, and Wyoming (GLOW) counties in New York. The website highlights four primary sectors--Agriculture, Food Production, Advanced Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades--offering detailed job descriptions, educational requirements, salary insights, and career outlooks. Educators can use this resource to supplement career exploration in the classroom, helping students understand local employment opportunities and pathways. Additionally, the site recognizes its sponsors and provides contact information for further inquiries. This resource is a valuable tool for teachers to help students explore potential careers and connect with regional workforce opportunities.
tag(s): agriculture (50), careers (195)
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Set up four stations, each representing one of the industries featured on the website (Agriculture, Food Production, Advanced Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades). Provide job descriptions, salary ranges, and educational requirements from the website and have students rotate through stations, take notes, and discuss which careers interest them the most. Students can choose a career and create an infographic that outlines the education, skills, training, and potential salary for that job. They can use digital tools like Canva reviewed here or poster boards to design their infographics. Pair students and assign one as an "interviewer" and the other as a "job applicant" for a career listed on the website. Provide sample interview questions related to the chosen career. Afterward, switch roles and reflect on what they learned about workplace expectations and communication skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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STEM Careers - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Looking to spark curiosity about STEM careers? This collection provides engaging videos and resources that introduce students to exciting opportunities in science, technology, engineering,...more
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Looking to spark curiosity about STEM careers? This collection provides engaging videos and resources that introduce students to exciting opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math. This collection showcases real-world professionals, including aerospace engineers and environmental scientists, highlighting their skills and the pathways to these high-demand fields. With insightful interviews and hands-on learning connections, it's an excellent way to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
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Assign students a STEM career (ex., engineer, environmental scientist, programmer) and give them a hands-on challenge related to that field, such as building a bridge with limited materials, designing a simple app, or testing water quality. Create clue cards with job descriptions, tools used, or famous professionals from different STEM careers. Students can work in teams to match the clues to the correct career. Students can research a STEM career of interest, then create an "interview" podcast using Buzzsprout reviewed here or Acast reviewed here or a written profile where they answer questions as if they were a professional in that field.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Careers That Work - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Careers That Work is an educational resource designed to help students explore in-demand careers across various industries. The website features engaging videos, interviews, and real-world...more
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Careers That Work is an educational resource designed to help students explore in-demand careers across various industries. The website features engaging videos, interviews, and real-world insights from professionals such as electricians, welders, automotive technicians, HVAC technicians, carpenters, plumbers, manufacturing technicians, healthcare technicians, IT specialists, and CNC machinists. These careers emphasize hands-on skills and technical training, connecting classroom learning with practical career pathways. Each video includes teaching tips and support materials. This resource is a valuable tool for teachers to inspire students about future job opportunities.
tag(s): careers (195)
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Set up stations around the classroom, each featuring a different career (e.g., electrician, welder, IT specialist) with printed job descriptions, salary data, and video QR codes from the "Careers That Work" collection. Students can choose careers from the "Careers That Work" collection, research education/training requirements, job outlook, and salary information. Then, they can present their findings through a slideshow using Google Slides, reviewed here or video with Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here. Assign students hands-on projects related to various careers, such as designing an electrical circuit (for an electrician), creating a simple mechanical design (for a CNC machinist), or coding a basic program (for an IT specialist).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Skilled Trades Careers - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Explore the world of hands-on careers that keep industries running! The Skilled Trades Careers resources on PBS LearningMedia introduce students to high-demand construction, manufacturing,...more
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Explore the world of hands-on careers that keep industries running! The Skilled Trades Careers resources on PBS LearningMedia introduce students to high-demand construction, manufacturing, automotive technology, and electrical work careers. Students discover the skills, training, and opportunities available in these essential professions through engaging videos, lesson plans, and interactive activities. This collection helps students connect their interests to real-world careers while highlighting the importance of skilled trades in today's economy.
tag(s): careers (195), computers (109), electricity (60)
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Give students a real-world challenge related to skilled trades, such as designing an energy-efficient house layout, troubleshooting a simple wiring diagram, or planning a safe construction project. They can work in teams to brainstorm solutions and present their ideas. They can be designed online using Tinkercad, reviewed here. Have students research a skilled trade (such as welding, carpentry, plumbing, or HVAC) and create a short presentation, poster, or video that explains the job role, required skills, and career opportunities. They can also include salary potential and education pathways in a presentation made on Visme, reviewed here or Genially, reviewed here. Set up small hands-on stations that simulate trade skills, such as measuring and cutting materials (using paper or cardboard), basic circuit building (using snap circuits or online simulators), or blueprint reading exercises, to give them a glimpse into real-life tasks.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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