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Leaps and Logs: A Summer Learning Game - Microsoft
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2 to 12
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Leaps and Logs is a summer learning activity for students aged eight and older available to play online or using a paper version. Students use the provided gameboard and instructions...more
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Leaps and Logs is a summer learning activity for students aged eight and older available to play online or using a paper version. Students use the provided gameboard and instructions to complete their choice of challenge tasks in language arts, social studies, science, STEM topics, and the arts. Play continues until students land on the FINISH space.
tag(s): gamification (95), Microsoft (55), seasonal (35), STEM (340), summer (28)
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Share this activity with parents and students to encourage learning over the summer on your class website or end-of-year newsletter. Encourage students to share their activities and to remain active over the summer using interactive slide presentations made with Canva for Education, reviewed here. Create a topic for students to share their progress throughout the game and discuss how they complete tasks. For example, one of the coding activities challenges students to create a carnival game in Microsoft MakeCode, reviewed here. Ask students to share and discuss their game using Padlet, reviewed here, and compare their creations to those of others. This is a link to Padlet's Help section for posting video or an image.
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Teachology AI - Lesson Planner - CPD Coach LTD
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K to 12
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Teachology.ai is an AI-powered platform for educators to help create lesson plans. This pedagogy-driven AI can help you draft and manage lesson plans, assessments, reflections, and...more
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Teachology.ai is an AI-powered platform for educators to help create lesson plans. This pedagogy-driven AI can help you draft and manage lesson plans, assessments, reflections, and comments. You may generate three to five free lessons and three free feedback sessions with a free account. Keep in mind that artificial intelligence is an excellent resource that is continuously developing; you should review assignments to ensure quality and compliance with the specific needs of your classroom.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (254), assessment (135), feedback (13), quizzes (86), rubrics (38)
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Once you have created an account, you can start making lesson plans immediately. Enter the title of your lesson, and AI will create an excercise that includes an introduction, demonstration, student tasks, and reflection activities. After outlining your activities, you can generate a quiz, explore pedagogy, and embed external resources such as websites or videos. Finally, you can export your lesson to JSON or Word for editing.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Recycle and Repurpose - Music Constructed/Polina Mann
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2 to 6
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The "Recycle and Repurpose" lesson from Music ConstructED is a hands-on, Earth Day-inspired activity that teaches students about recycling and music. Through the stories Drum City and...more
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The "Recycle and Repurpose" lesson from Music ConstructED is a hands-on, Earth Day-inspired activity that teaches students about recycling and music. Through the stories Drum City and Ada's Violin, students explore how everyday objects can be transformed into instruments. They will keep a steady beat while identifying found-object instruments in Drum City and learn about Ada Rios, a girl who played a violin made from landfill materials. A YouTube video reinforces the real-world impact of recycling in music. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
tag(s): conservation (106), earth day (60), musical instruments (59), recycling (45), south america (80)
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Take advantage of the hands-on activities shared in this lesson plan to engage students in learning about recycling while integrating studies of South America, Earth Day, and recycling. Find additional ideas for teaching about musical instruments at this TeachersFirst Special Topics Page, found here. Curate and share videos and websites demonstrating additional types of recycled instruments using Padlet, reviewed here, for students to use when gathering ideas for creating recycled instruments. After finishing their instruments, ask students to create and share a video discussion about the instrument using a new Padlet. Have students discuss the recycled materials used to create the instrument and demonstrate how it works in their video.
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There is No Planet B - Climate Change and its Impact on the Earth - TeachersFirst
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There is No Planet B - Climate Change and its Impact on the Earth is part of the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed...more
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There is No Planet B - Climate Change and its Impact on the Earth is part of the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed here. This article includes Background Information on discussions and research about climate change that began in the 1800s and continues through current times. The activities include a list of books related to climate change and suggested classroom activities. Also included are suggestions for extension activities, such as using gamification activities to learn about climate change. Information includes correlation to ISTE and AASL standards.
tag(s): book lists (160), climate (97), climate change (112), earth (192), earth day (60), environment (248), planets (124), STEM (340)
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Use the suggested book list to find ideas for books to share with students in your classroom library. Engage students in learning about climate change by including additional activities at Ted-Ed's Earth School reviewed here. For example, search Earth School for lessons on wildlife adaptations to climate change, how food waste contributes to climate change, and many other engaging lessons. Extend student learning by asking them to research climate change's before and after effects for specific locations, then use Juxtapose reviewed here to create a single image to compare and contrast the two images using a slider bar.
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Purdue University Kids STEM Degree - Purdue University
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K to 8
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Purdue University offers STEM "degrees" for kindergarten through high school students which are available for completion individually or as a class. Select a grade level band from the...more
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Purdue University offers STEM "degrees" for kindergarten through high school students which are available for completion individually or as a class. Select a grade level band from the eight options to access the ten videos required. After watching the short videos, complete the accompanying quiz to receive a code. Collect all ten codes and complete the form to request your certificate of completion. Videos cover various STEM topics, such as seasons, fossils, and the environment. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): adaptations (16), colors (62), energy (138), environment (248), forces (46), fossils (44), habitats (99), mass (21), number sense (73), plants (139), seasons (56), soil (16), sound (74), space (238), STEM (340), summer (28), sun (83), tides (6), volcanoes (62), water cycle (25), weather (169)
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Use this site to offer your students STEM "degrees" in several ways. As a class, complete an activity weekly as an introduction and review of science content by including the video as part of a computer center activity. Work together to complete the quiz for each video, then request a certificate to recognize your class's accomplishment. Another option is for students to work toward achieving certifications on their own. Share this site on your class newsletter for students to complete over the summer as an exciting way to engage in science activities and earn a STEM degree. One benefit of having the option to choose from different grade levels is the ability to differentiate learning by offering various courses to students based on their interests and abilities. Some students may choose to earn several degrees in different grade levels. Support and encourage students to pursue STEM degrees by taking pictures of completed degrees and adding them to your class website. Extend learning by asking students to research one of the topics, then share a presentation with peers using Canva Edu, reviewed here. Canva Edu offers many options for creating and personalizing presentations including slides, infographics, and flyers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Slidesacademy - Slidesacademy
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Dazzle your audience with vibrant presentations using templates shared by Slidesacademy for use with Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint. Use the search bar to find a specific topic...more
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Dazzle your audience with vibrant presentations using templates shared by Slidesacademy for use with Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint. Use the search bar to find a specific topic or select from educational, inspirational, by color, and additional categories. Next, click to choose a template from the thumbnails displayed to view a preview and directions for download. After saving the presentation to your device, edit and modify the contents as desired.
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tag(s): presentations (25), slides (38)
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Take advantage of the many free templates available on Slidesacademy to use with your slide presentations and to share with students for use with presentations. Before sharing this site with students, discuss how to avoid the many ads on the site and provide directions on downloading and editing slides safely. Consider creating a "how-to" tutorial using a screen recording tool like Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here, to demonstrate how to search, find, and download templates. Another option is to select several appropriate templates for students to use with class projects and share the links within a collection curated in Wakelet, reviewed here. Sharing templates within a Wakelet collection makes it easier for students to find and use templates without navigating advertising.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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If You Build It: Engineering in the Classroom - TeachersFirst
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If You Build It: Engineering in the Classroom is part of TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed here. This article...more
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If You Build It: Engineering in the Classroom is part of TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed here. This article includes background knowledge that discusses the evolution of engineering from the development of simple machines through modern times. In addition, this section also provides a short introduction to the components of the engineering process. Activities provided include a list of picture books related to engineering and suggestions for student activities. Additional extension activities include ideas for incorporating coding and design into STEM lessons. Content on this site includes correlations to ISTE and AASL standards.
tag(s): book lists (160), coding (96), problem solving (262), STEM (340)
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Bookmark and save this article as a resource for incorporating literature into STEM lessons. Find many more resources at the TeachersFirst STEM-STEAM-STREAM Special Topics Page found here. Extend learning for upper elementary and older students by asking them to complete activities found at Teaching NGSS Engineering Design Through Media, reviewed here. This collection includes lessons that include age-appropriate topics, such as how to keep lemonade cool for younger students and designing a smart power grid for high school students.
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A Giant Step for Small Feet - TeachersFirst
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K to 4
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A Giant Step for Small Feet is part of the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed here and shares ideas and resources...more
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A Giant Step for Small Feet is part of the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series reviewed here and shares ideas and resources for introducing research to primary students. This article begins with some background knowledge information and then shares many ideas for conducting an animal research project with students. In addition, several extension activities are included. Finally, alignment to ISTE and AASL standards is provided.
tag(s): animal homes (51), animals (267), Research (80)
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Bookmark and save this article as a reference for teaching research to young students or as a resource for activities to supplement your animal unit. Use Symbaloo, reviewed here, to create and share online information with students to use with their research. The introductory activity teaches students to go beyond "asking Google." Use technology to engage students during your in-house field trip with a digital field trip using Goosechase Edu, reviewed here. Use Goosechase to create a digital scavenger hunt for students to use when locating different areas of the school or classroom library to find research materials.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Podcast Creators - TeachersFirst
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Podcasting has become one of the most powerful and accessible ways for students and teachers to create, share, and connect through voice and storytelling. This collection of free podcast...more
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Podcasting has become one of the most powerful and accessible ways for students and teachers to create, share, and connect through voice and storytelling. This collection of free podcast creation tools gives educators and students everything they need to record, edit, and share original audio content without the barrier of cost. Whether a teacher is producing instructional content for students to listen to at home or students are launching their own podcast series to showcase research, share opinions, or retell stories, these tools provide an engaging and authentic avenue for creative expression and communication.
tag(s): podcasts (150)
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In the language arts (or English) classroom, students can produce a literary podcast in which they record book reviews, character analyses, or author spotlights, while social studies teachers can challenge students to create a "news broadcast from the past" in which they report historical events as if they were happening in real time. Science students can record explainer episodes breaking down complex concepts like the water cycle or photosynthesis, and math teachers can have students narrate their problem-solving process step by step, turning abstract thinking into an audible, shareable product. Podcasts also shine during passion projects and genius hour, where students choose a topic they care deeply about, conduct original research, and produce a multi-episode series that can be shared with the school community or a global audience.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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STEM - STEAM - STREAM Resources - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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If you are still getting familiar with STEM (STEAM or STREAM), learn all about them through the resources in this collection. What we once referred to as STEM (educational curriculum...more
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If you are still getting familiar with STEM (STEAM or STREAM), learn all about them through the resources in this collection. What we once referred to as STEM (educational curriculum that combines science, technology, engineering, and math) has evolved into STEAM and now STREAM. STEAM includes the original four areas and has integrated art into the mix. STREAM takes it further and adds a layer of reading and writing. You will find helpful information about STEM, STEAM, and STREAM in this collection. In addition, we have curated web resources for all grade levels to help as you plan your activities (lesson plans, interactives, and more).
tag(s): engineering (135), STEM (340)
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Pexels - Pexels
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Pexels offers free, high-quality stock photos and videos to use without attribution or account membership. Browse trending images on the home page or use the search bar to find resources...more
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Pexels offers free, high-quality stock photos and videos to use without attribution or account membership. Browse trending images on the home page or use the search bar to find resources to fit any need. After selecting an image, choose the free download icon to select an image size from those offered or create a custom size, then download it to your device. Download videos from several formats, including SD, HD, and 4K UHD. Although attribution isn't required, providing credit is always appreciated. Create a free account to create collections and save favorite images and videos for easy use.
tag(s): creative commons (27), images (262), photography (132)
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Use images from Pexels as creative writing prompts. Have students create a multimedia presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint Online, reviewed here, begin by uploading the image and adding narration. Create and share collections with students to provide images for book reports, research projects, and presentations. Share this site with students to locate images for multimedia projects. Teachers of all subjects can find images for students to use as references or in photomontages (with credit).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Achievery - AT&T
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Achievery is a free digital learning platform, developed in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, that provides K-12 students with engaging video clips paired with standards-aligned...more
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Achievery is a free digital learning platform, developed in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, that provides K-12 students with engaging video clips paired with standards-aligned lesson plans and activities across various subjects, including ELA, SEL, Math, Science, Digital Literacy, Social Studies, Arts, and STEM. To access the content, users must create an account. Teachers and parents can register, and parents have the option to set up sub-accounts for children under 13. Content is searchable and filterable by unit or lesson, grade band, subject, standard, or media type, including an "All Units" section. Most lessons are part of larger learning units but are also fully usable as standalone lessons. Each lesson includes downloadable PDFs, aligned standards (Common Core, CASEL, ISTE, NGSS), vocabulary lists, activity instructions, and linked videos. The platform is available in both English and Spanish. It is an excellent resource for classroom instruction or substitutes, with a sign-in required to access materials.
tag(s): blended learning (28), coding (96), digital citizenship (102), engineering (135), environment (248), equations (132), geometric shapes (151), graphic design (48), internet safety (118), literature (213), map skills (67), measurement (126), media literacy (112), narrative (15), numbers (119), operations (71), order of operations (32), problem solving (262), remote learning (32), Research (80), social and emotional learning (144), spanish (108), STEM (340), substitutes (25), writing (306)
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Bookmark and save this site as a resource for lessons in many content areas to engage students using popular video clips. Although originally designed for remote learning, all lessons can be easily adapted for in-class instruction. Easily find activities to differentiate instruction for different student ability levels by browsing options below or above the student's current grade level. Many lessons include worksheets in PDF format. Turn these activities into a digital format by taking a screenshot of the document, then save as the background on Google Slides, reviewed here. Add text boxes in the appropriate place on the slide for students to add responses. Use Pear Deck Flashcard Factory, reviewed here, to create flashcards for students to practice the vocabulary highlighted in each lesson.
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Edit Photo - PQINA
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Edit photos directly in your browser; no registration is required with Edit Photo and without ads! Begin by selecting an image from your device, taking a picture with your camera, ...more
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Edit photos directly in your browser; no registration is required with Edit Photo and without ads! Begin by selecting an image from your device, taking a picture with your camera, or choosing an image from the gallery provided by Unsplash, reviewed here. Use Edit Photo's tools to crop images and add filters, frames, annotations, and more. When finished, click export to select a format and image size, then download to your device or copy to paste into a document you choose.
tag(s): editing (88), images (262), noregistration (81), photography (132)
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Because this resource is so easy to use and works right within your browser, it makes it a perfect choice for many different classroom uses. For example, use the simple meme generator with a historical figure to introduce a new social studies unit with humor. Edit images to include on your classroom website to add text and stickers and crop out unwanted portions. Use this tool anytime photos need to be edited for class blogs, wikis, or presentation tools. In primary grades, this tool could be helpful for teachers to use to edit pictures from field trips, science experiments, and more. Share the editing process with younger students using an interactive whiteboard or projector. Edit together! Encourage older students to use this tool on images for projects or presentations. Use this tool in photography or art classes. Use the editor to edit pictures to fit styles of paintings when doing historical reports or to set a mood. Use text options for the photos themselves to tell the stories. Have students annotate or label Creative Commons online images of cells, structures of an animal, and much more.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Building Background Knowledge with Reading Treks - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
Revolutionize literature instruction with Reading Treks--interactive maps that chronicle characters' journeys while building critical background knowledge and cultural connections. Whether you're working with limited resources or seeking to make literature more accessible to all students, Reading Treks offer a powerful way to contextualize stories, connect learning to real-world geography and cultures, and provide visual supports that enhance comprehension for every learner. In this workshop, we'll explore proven instructional strategies for integrating ready-made Reading Treks into your classroom to support multilingual learners and strengthen family engagement--perfect for immediate classroom application. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement Reading Treks to build background knowledge and support diverse learners. 2. Use existing Reading Treks to design differentiated lessons for varied student needs. 3. Create family engagement opportunities that bridge home and school learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Revolutionize literature instruction with Reading Treks--interactive maps that chronicle characters' journeys while building critical background knowledge and cultural connections. Whether you're working with limited resources or seeking to make literature more accessible to all students, Reading Treks offer a powerful way to contextualize stories, connect learning to real-world geography and cultures, and provide visual supports that enhance comprehension for every learner. In this workshop, we'll explore proven instructional strategies for integrating ready-made Reading Treks into your classroom to support multilingual learners and strengthen family engagement--perfect for immediate classroom application. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement Reading Treks to build background knowledge and support diverse learners. 2. Use existing Reading Treks to design differentiated lessons for varied student needs. 3. Create family engagement opportunities that bridge home and school learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (83), professional development (295), reading strategies (92)
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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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Adventures in Chemistry - ACS
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Find experiments, games, and more to learn about chemistry concepts at Adventures in Chemistry. Additional resources include a look into the Secret Science of Stuff, Science ABCs, and...more
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Find experiments, games, and more to learn about chemistry concepts at Adventures in Chemistry. Additional resources include a look into the Secret Science of Stuff, Science ABCs, and Classroom Science Activities for Teachers. The first game is Bugs on the Run; the goal is to guide bugs toward the chameleon while learning the characteristics of molecules. The other game, Outer Space Molecule Chase, takes players on a learning journey that teaches how atoms bond together to form molecules.
tag(s): atoms (43), density (20), matter (50), molecules (41), weather (169)
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Include activities and experiments on this site with your other chemistry resources when planning lessons. For example, engage students as they learn about molecules by asking them to play the included games, then use a whiteboard tool such as FigJam, reviewed here, and ask students to add sticky notes with what they learned from playing the game. Extend learning beyond completing the experiments by asking students to share details of the experiment and describe the chemical process involved in the activity using a simple website creator such as Carrd, reviewed here. Be sure to include pictures taken during the experiment that show the step-by-step process.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Chemistry Education Resources - ACS
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ACS shares educational resources for parents and teachers to learn and practice chemistry skills. Find content by grade levels, including elementary and middle school chemistry and...more
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ACS shares educational resources for parents and teachers to learn and practice chemistry skills. Find content by grade levels, including elementary and middle school chemistry and high school chemistry. The site's elementary and middle school portion offers lesson plans, classroom activities, videos, and more. The high school section includes links to lessons and safety resources; scroll further down the high school page to find links to resources sorted by five topic categories. Activities in both grade levels include correlation to Next Generation Science Standards.
tag(s): body systems (45), colors (62), earth (192), energy (138), experiments (61), molecules (41), motion (55), nutrition (136), periodic table (49), water (101)
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Bookmark this site to save with your other chemistry resources to find activities to include with your current lessons. For example, use the elementary and middle school activities and games as part of computer centers or a station rotation learning activity. Use a curation tool such as 3X3 Links, reviewed here to engage student interest and share student activities and links. For example, include a link to a game found on the Chemistry Education Resources, an article from Newsela, reviewed here, and an explanatory video from YouTube. Share a link to the 3X3 Links curation with students to complete as a flipped learning activity. Extend learning after completing lessons and activities on this site; ask students to share their learning by creating a simple explainer video using FlexClip, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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20 Citizen Science Projects for Students of All Ages - Eperiential Learning Depot
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This blog post provides resources for educators, parents, and students interested in exploring science through hands-on, real-world experiences featuring projects that cover various...more
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This blog post provides resources for educators, parents, and students interested in exploring science through hands-on, real-world experiences featuring projects that cover various scientific disciplines, from astronomy to zoology. The featured projects include a range of ideas for students of all ages, ranging from tracking bird populations to studying the effects of light pollution on fireflies. Select the link to any featured project to find a list of materials, instructions, and additional information for participating.
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tag(s): birds (46), butterflies (11), citizen science (26), climate (97), habitats (99), insects (59), migration (46), plants (139), STEM (340), water (101)
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Browse through this list of citizen science projects to find classroom science projects, then work together to choose the project that interests your students. Consider using FigJam, reviewed here, as a starting point to engage students and share information about potential projects. For example, create a Jamboard slide for each possible project, add important information, then ask students to add sticky notes with their ideas. After choosing a project, work together to make science journals that detail your work. Gather and share data using an easy chart-creation tool like Livegap Charts, reviewed here, as you analyze information. Use the tools found at Canva for Education, reviewed here, to share your results with timelines, infographics, and posters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline Infographic Templates - Venngage
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4 to 12
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Create engaging and informative timelines with the many different template options provided by Venngage. After creating an account, select the link offered to the templates. Within...more
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Create engaging and informative timelines with the many different template options provided by Venngage. After creating an account, select the link offered to the templates. Within the templates, find infographics and then timelines. Scroll down the page to choose from the options that include timeline options for many different subjects and formats. Hover over any thumbnail to view a larger preview, then select create to view and modify the template. When using the timeline creator for the first time, take advantage of the quick tutorial walkthrough that shares features available for members. Next, use the dashboard to edit and add text, icons, charts, maps, and more. When finished, select the share button to publish your document to the web and access the public link of your timeline. Free plans allow members to create five designs, share them publically, and upload up to six images.
tag(s): graphic design (48), images (262), timelines (58)
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Use timelines for various classroom activities beyond just sequences of dates and times. For example, engage students in retelling stories by asking them to create timelines that share the series of events or locations found within a novel. Ask students to create a timeline of the growth of plants or step-by-step procedures of a lab experiment. Extend learning by including student-created timelines as part of multimedia presentations shared by creating websites using Carrd, reviewed here, or video presentations made with Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Castbox Creator Studio - Castbox
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K to 12
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Castbox provides tools for creating and sharing podcasts. First, create a free account, then begin by entering the Creator Studio. Next, select the upload icon to drag and drop your...more
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Castbox provides tools for creating and sharing podcasts. First, create a free account, then begin by entering the Creator Studio. Next, select the upload icon to drag and drop your media file in a supported format of up to 400M. When the file begins uploading, complete the areas provided to include basic information for your files, such as a title, description, and publication date and time. Castbox also offers an option to upload an image for your cover design. When finished, select Publish to complete the creation of your podcast. Finally, click on your podcast to listen and share using the link or social media links provided.
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tag(s): communication (119), DAT device agnostic tool (125), digital storytelling (157), podcasts (150)
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Castbox is an excellent podcast-sharing option for simple podcasts or when sharing audio recordings that have already been edited, for example, using editing tools on your computer. Create regular or special podcasts to share on your class web page or wiki. Are you looking for even more ideas? Record class assignments or directions. Record story time or a reading excerpt for younger ones to listen to at a computer center AND from home, adding a touch of blended learning to your classroom! Have readers (perhaps older buddies) enhance their understanding and build fluency by recording selected passages for your non-readers. Launch a service project for your fifth or sixth-graders to record stories for the kindergarten to use in their reading and listening center. Challenge students to create "you are there" recordings as "eyewitnesses" to historical or current events. Make a weekly class podcast, with students taking turns writing and sharing the "Class News," encourage and extend learning, and have students create radio advertisements for concepts studied in class (Buy Dynamic DNA!). Invite students to write and record their own stories or poetry in dramatic readings. World language students or beginning readers could record their fluency by reading passages. Allow parents to hear their child's progress reading aloud, etc. Compare world language, speech articulation, or reading fluency at two points during the year. Challenge your Shakespeare students to record a soliloquy. Write and record a poem for Father's or Mother's Day (or other special events) and send the URL as a gift to that special person. If you have gifted students who lean toward the dramatic, this tool is simple enough for them to create dramatic mini-casts without needing any additional tools.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Includes Interaction w general public/ public galleries with unmoderated content
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Products can be embedded
Products can be shared by URL
Multiple users can collaborate on the same project
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Poll Maker - Super Survey
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K to 12
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Poll Maker makes it easy to create and share polls in just a few seconds without requiring registration. Add your question and response choices in the blanks provided; options allow...more
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Poll Maker makes it easy to create and share polls in just a few seconds without requiring registration. Add your question and response choices in the blanks provided; options allow you to find and add images to both the question and the responses if desired. Additional tabs provide options for selecting and customizing a theme and personalizing settings. Setting options include security features, multiple answers as responses, and selections to hide or show results. Advanced settings allow you to set the start and end dates of polls. When ready to share your poll, copy and share the link, copy and paste the embed code onto a website, or invite users to your poll via email. Registration isn't required; however, it allows you to create and manage additional polls and view hidden results.
tag(s): data (199), Formative Assessment (45), polls and surveys (41), questioning (36), quizzes (86)
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Bookmark and save this handy site for many different classroom uses. Engage students when introducing a new topic by creating a poll to assess learning quickly or find students' interest in a topic. Use a poll as an exit ticket or as a formative assessment. Enhance learning by adding a link to a poll as part of a blended or flipped learning activity. For example, when delivering a flipped learning lesson using Microsoft Forms, reviewed here, include a link to a poll that asks students to reflect upon their understanding of the content learned. Extend learning by sharing the Poll Maker with students and asking them to conduct polls to gather information when learning about graphing. After completing the polls, students create graphs to share the results using online graphing resources such as the Data Gif Maker, reviewed here, or PieColor, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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