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OK2Ask: Canva Basics: Using Templates to Support Classroom Communications - TeachersFirst
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Turn your classroom communications into professional-looking materials that save time and enhance engagement! This hands-on session teaches essential Canva skills through three focused practice areas: parent communication, student-facing materials, and school community outreach. Learn to navigate Canva's template library, customize designs to match your needs, and maintain visual consistency across all of your communications. Through guided practice, you'll modify templates for newsletters, classroom announcements, student certificates, event flyers, and more, and explore the pedagogy behind effective visual communication--how design choices impact readability, engagement, and accessibility for diverse audiences. This session is perfect for educators who want to create polished materials without design experience or extensive time investment. No prior Canva knowledge required! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Navigate and customize Canva templates. 2. Design audience-appropriate communications. 3. Establish efficient design workflows. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Turn your classroom communications into professional-looking materials that save time and enhance engagement! This hands-on session teaches essential Canva skills through three focused practice areas: parent communication, student-facing materials, and school community outreach. Learn to navigate Canva's template library, customize designs to match your needs, and maintain visual consistency across all of your communications. Through guided practice, you'll modify templates for newsletters, classroom announcements, student certificates, event flyers, and more, and explore the pedagogy behind effective visual communication--how design choices impact readability, engagement, and accessibility for diverse audiences. This session is perfect for educators who want to create polished materials without design experience or extensive time investment. No prior Canva knowledge required! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Navigate and customize Canva templates. 2. Design audience-appropriate communications. 3. Establish efficient design workflows. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
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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: No Passport Required: Cross-Curricular Learning Journeys with Google My Maps - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from November 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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While Google Maps helps us navigate from place to place, Google My Maps unlocks unlimited potential for dynamic, interactive learning experiences that transport students anywhere--whether they're learning about ancient civilizations, modern scientific discoveries, mathematical patterns in architecture, or historical events that shaped our world. In this session, you'll discover how location-based storytelling can revolutionize instruction in any subject and grade level. You'll learn practical strategies for empowering students to guide their own explorations, tell compelling location-based stories, visualize complex data, and demonstrate deep learning through interactive digital maps. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Create a functional Google My Maps project with multimedia elements that's aligned to curriculum standards. 2. Identify cross-curricular applications of location-based learning for enhanced student engagement. 3. Plan student-centered My Maps activities that promote collaboration and authentic assessment. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
While Google Maps helps us navigate from place to place, Google My Maps unlocks unlimited potential for dynamic, interactive learning experiences that transport students anywhere--whether they're learning about ancient civilizations, modern scientific discoveries, mathematical patterns in architecture, or historical events that shaped our world. In this session, you'll discover how location-based storytelling can revolutionize instruction in any subject and grade level. You'll learn practical strategies for empowering students to guide their own explorations, tell compelling location-based stories, visualize complex data, and demonstrate deep learning through interactive digital maps. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Create a functional Google My Maps project with multimedia elements that's aligned to curriculum standards. 2. Identify cross-curricular applications of location-based learning for enhanced student engagement. 3. Plan student-centered My Maps activities that promote collaboration and authentic assessment. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): map skills (69), maps (224), OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (318)
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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: Instructional Storytelling, Learner Agency, and Zombies - TeachersFirst
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Ever wonder how to make your math lesson as engaging as a zombie thriller? This hands-on workshop reveals the secret: instructional storytelling that transforms students from passive consumers into active problem-solvers and creators. You'll experience four distinct storytelling approaches that progressively increase student agency--from analyzing compelling case studies to designing their own learning adventures. This session focuses on strategies that support learner choice and personalization. Whether you're teaching elementary math, middle school science, or high school history, you'll leave with immediately applicable techniques that honor student voice while meeting rigorous academic standards. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design lessons using four storytelling approaches that increase student agency. 2. Integrate free digital tools to support narrative-based learning. 3. Apply storytelling strategies to their own curriculum content. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Ever wonder how to make your math lesson as engaging as a zombie thriller? This hands-on workshop reveals the secret: instructional storytelling that transforms students from passive consumers into active problem-solvers and creators. You'll experience four distinct storytelling approaches that progressively increase student agency--from analyzing compelling case studies to designing their own learning adventures. This session focuses on strategies that support learner choice and personalization. Whether you're teaching elementary math, middle school science, or high school history, you'll leave with immediately applicable techniques that honor student voice while meeting rigorous academic standards. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design lessons using four storytelling approaches that increase student agency. 2. Integrate free digital tools to support narrative-based learning. 3. Apply storytelling strategies to their own curriculum content. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (318), stories and storytelling (75)
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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: Building Background Knowledge with Reading Treks - TeachersFirst
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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 (87), professional development (318), reading strategies (93)
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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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Dancing Bachata - The Kennedy Center
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"Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" from the Kennedy Center is a short, engaging video lesson that introduces students to the basics of bachata, a social dance originating from the Dominican...more
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"Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" from the Kennedy Center is a short, engaging video lesson that introduces students to the basics of bachata, a social dance originating from the Dominican Republic. Led by teaching artist Andre Avila of ComMotion, the lesson provides clear demonstrations and encourages students to move, practice rhythm, and explore cultural expression through dance. Ideal for elementary and middle school classrooms, this activity supports physical coordination, cultural awareness, and social interaction. Teachers can use the video to warm up students, enhance lessons on world cultures, or support the integration of physical education and music. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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Let students choreograph a short 4-8 count routine using bachata steps. They can perform in groups and explain their creative choices, connecting movement to music and emotion. Introduce traditional bachata music and have students clap or play percussion instruments to follow the rhythm. Compare it to other Latin music styles such as salsa or merengue. Have students watch the video and mirror Andre's bachata steps. Then, practice individually and in pairs, building confidence through repetition and rhythm games.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Latin America - The Kennedy Center
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The Kennedy Center's "Latin America" collection is your passport to exploring the rich and diverse artistic traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. From vibrant dance and music to...more
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The Kennedy Center's "Latin America" collection is your passport to exploring the rich and diverse artistic traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. From vibrant dance and music to puppetry and visual arts, it celebrates the creativity and heritage of Ecuador, Cuba, Bolivia, El Salvador, Spain, Venezuela, and beyond. This educator-focused collection offers ready-to-use, cross-curricular lessons and hands-on activities suitable for grades K-12. You'll find engaging units, such as K-2 puppet-making, middle school cultural explorations, and high school dance projects--each designed to deepen students' understanding of Latin American arts while strengthening connections to history, language, and identity. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): crafts (111), cultures (292), dance (42), holidays (285)
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Inspired by El Salvador's traditions, students can create simple puppets and act out folktales or original stories, combining art, storytelling, and culture. Watch videos of Bolivian folk dances and discuss the significance of the costumes and movements. Students can then design their own cultural costumes or masks using paper and craft supplies. Introduce students to instruments like the cuatro and maracas. Have them create their own rhythm patterns with classroom percussion instruments and learn a traditional song.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Five(ish) Minute Dance Lessons: Latin Dance - The Kennedy Center
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Get ready to move! The Kennedy Center's "Five(ish) Minute Dance Lessons: Latin Dance" invites students to step into the vibrant rhythms of Latin dance, no experience required! In quick,...more
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Get ready to move! The Kennedy Center's "Five(ish) Minute Dance Lessons: Latin Dance" invites students to step into the vibrant rhythms of Latin dance, no experience required! In quick, engaging segments, instructors Ricardo Loaiza and Elba Garcia guide learners through the basics of Salsa, Merengue, and Cha-Cha-Cha, making it easy to pick up and share in the joy of dance. In just a few minutes per routine, these videos offer clear demonstrations, lively instruction, and a fun way to connect with cultural expression and movement. Ideal for classroom use, they encourage interaction, physical activity, and an appreciation of Latin dance, all wrapped into small, accessible lessons. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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After each lesson, have students write or draw in a dance journal. They can reflect on how the dance made them feel, list new vocabulary (e.g., basic steps or Spanish terms), and sketch the dance moves. The journals can be created digitally using Book Creator, reviewed here. Watch videos from different Latin dance styles (Salsa, Cha-Cha-Cha, Merengue) and create a Venn diagram using Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here or a chart to compare their rhythms, origins, and movement styles. Once students are familiar with a few styles, encourage them to choreograph their own short Latin dance routine using the steps they've learned.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ceilis: Exploring Irish Folk Dance - The Kennedy Center
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Explore the Heartbeat of Irish Culture through Dance! Transform your classroom into a lively Irish gathering where students don't just learn -- they live the energy and traditions of...more
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Explore the Heartbeat of Irish Culture through Dance! Transform your classroom into a lively Irish gathering where students don't just learn -- they live the energy and traditions of the Ceilidh. The Kennedy Center's "Ceilis: Exploring Irish Folk Dance" lesson for grades 3-5 (adaptable beyond) immerses students in the communal spirit and rhythmic steps of Irish folk dance, highlighting both the vibrant attire and the joyful group patterns of this rich cultural heritage. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Use the Kennedy Center's instructional video to teach students the fundamental movements and partner patterns of Irish ceili dancing. Practice in small groups or as a whole class to build rhythm and coordination. Play traditional Irish folk music in class and have students identify the instruments (such as the fiddle, bodhran, or tin whistle). Discuss how the tempo and rhythm influence dance. Transform the classroom into a community dance space where students invite peers or other classes to learn and participate in a short Ceili routine. Add simple decorations and Irish music to enhance the experience.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Flamenco - The Kennedy Center
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Imagine your students feeling the powerful stomp of heels and the hand claps marking a heartbeat- they're not just dancing; they're speaking a cultural language. Flamenco with Alice...more
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Imagine your students feeling the powerful stomp of heels and the hand claps marking a heartbeat- they're not just dancing; they're speaking a cultural language. Flamenco with Alice Blumenfeld from the Kennedy Center invites learners to dive into Spain's rich folkloric tradition through core rhythmic patterns and percussive moves guided by an expert teaching artist. This short, dynamic video activity showcases Alice Blumenfeld, a renowned flamenco artist and educator, demonstrating essential flamenco techniques, including palmas (hand claps), zapateado (footwork), and expressive posture. Ideal for integration into music, dance, social studies, or cultural arts units, the video offers kinesthetic learners an engaging, multisensory learning experience. It emphasizes flamenco's cultural roots as a hybrid art form shaped by history and personal storytelling. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Play the Kennedy Center video and have students imitate Alice Blumenfeld's flamenco movements -- clapping (palmas), footwork (zapateado), and posture. Pause frequently to review and practice each part. Explore the roots of flamenco in Spain and its influences from Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and Andalusian traditions. Have students create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here or a cultural heritage poster explaining flamenco's origins. Since flamenco expresses deep emotion (duende), have students write a short poem inspired by its movement and mood. Encourage them to present it alongside simple claps or foot taps for dramatic effect.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Incorporate Art into Different Subjects Curriculums - Art Sprouts
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Looking to spark creativity while boosting comprehension across your curriculum? The Art Sprouts article "How to Incorporate Art into Different Subject Curriculums" offers a treasure...more
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Looking to spark creativity while boosting comprehension across your curriculum? The Art Sprouts article "How to Incorporate Art into Different Subject Curriculums" offers a treasure trove of ideas for seamlessly blending visual art into science, math, history, language arts, and even PE. For science, it suggests using scientific illustration, nature journaling, infographics, economics, language arts, and chemistry art projects to enhance observational understanding. In math, tessellation, geometric designs, fractal art, origami, and data visualization help students grasp key concepts visually. Integrating art into history and language arts includes portraiture, cultural artifact studies, political cartoons, book illustrations, comic creation, poetry posters, and storytelling murals. Even physical education can benefit from action painting and movement-based performance art. Overall, the post emphasizes that art can deepen cross-disciplinary understanding, strengthen academic skills, and help students make meaningful connections while enjoying learning.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (61), cross cultural understanding (178), data (213), geometric shapes (153), infographics (70), journals (22), origami (15), poetry (196), stories and storytelling (75), tessellations (6)
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Take students outside to observe plants or animals and have them record their findings through detailed sketches and annotations. They can complete the journals online using Book Creator, reviewed here. Combine movement and art by having students dip sponges or brushes in paint and use physical motions -- jumps, swings, spins -- to create large collaborative canvases, connecting creativity with kinesthetic learning. After studying a historical figure, have students create a timeline using MyLens, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Passover - WordWall.net
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WordWall.net offers interactive Passover games that help students review key concepts in a fun way. Activities include Let's Build a Seder, Passover Symbols, Passover Quiz, Passover...more
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WordWall.net offers interactive Passover games that help students review key concepts in a fun way. Activities include Let's Build a Seder, Passover Symbols, Passover Quiz, Passover Hangman, Passover Whack-a-Mole, and more. Each game can be easily shared through a direct link, QR code, Google Classroom, or social media, and can also be embedded on a website or learning platform.
tag(s): game based learning (304), holidays (285), jews (63)
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Students can play various games featured on WordWall.net's Passover page. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post the name of their favorite game. Have students write the information that they learned after playing the game in Seesaw, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Virtual Passover Activities for Kids - 18 Doors
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18 Doors offers a collection of Virtual Passover Activities for Kids, featuring engaging ideas families can enjoy throughout the eight nights of Passover. Each night includes links...more
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18 Doors offers a collection of Virtual Passover Activities for Kids, featuring engaging ideas families can enjoy throughout the eight nights of Passover. Each night includes links to a video or song, a hands-on craft, and a kid-friendly recipe. Video highlights include The Passover Story in 10 Scenes and The Passover Shaboom!, while featured songs include Lotsa Lotsa Matza, Chad Gadya, and Part the Water. Craft activities range from Moses Parting the Sea and Egyptian Pyramid Crafts to Matzah Holders, and recipes include options like matzah granola, chocolate-dipped coconut macaroons, and Passover s'mores. Please note that if a school district blocks YouTube, some videos may not be accessible.
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tag(s): crafts (111), cultures (292), holidays (285), jews (63)
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Each night of Passover, students can watch the video or song, complete the craft, and help with the recipe. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a recipe book. Have students use Padlet, reviewed here to post about their favorite video/song, craft, or recipe.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Integrating Art with Other Subjects - Art is Basic
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Marcia Beckett's blog post "On Teaching Art #3: Integrating Art with Other Subjects" from Art Is Basic offers simple, creative ways to integrate art into science, math, literacy, and...more
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Marcia Beckett's blog post "On Teaching Art #3: Integrating Art with Other Subjects" from Art Is Basic offers simple, creative ways to integrate art into science, math, literacy, and social studies. She shares hands-on examples, such as drawing cloud types during weather units, creating symmetrical designs in math, and designing Viking ships or Egyptian art during history lessons. Beckett also includes book-based art projects tied to literacy and links to additional resources, making this a helpful guide for teachers looking to enrich core subjects through art.
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While teaching a weather unit, have students draw and label different types of clouds. This visual reinforcement helps younger learners identify cloud types and retain key vocabulary. Introduce symmetry by having students paint half of a shape or design, then fold the paper to create the mirrored image for a fun, hands-on way to explore geometric concepts. During a lesson on early civilizations or explorers, guide students in creating Viking longships using collage techniques to deepen their understanding of history and culture through creative expression. Use a digital tool like Photo Joiner Collage Maker, reviewed here to create the collages online.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Lesson Plans and Resources for Art Integration - Edutopia
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Enhance your classroom with Edutopia's "Lesson Plans and Resources for Arts Integration," which highlights innovative teaching practices from Bates Middle School. This site offers a...more
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Enhance your classroom with Edutopia's "Lesson Plans and Resources for Arts Integration," which highlights innovative teaching practices from Bates Middle School. This site offers a wide range of free, ready-to-use lesson plans that integrate visual art, music, dance, and theater into core subjects, such as science, math, and language arts. Teachers will find comprehensive units, complete with presentations, worksheets, rubrics, and assessments, along with professional development tools, curriculum planning templates, and reflection logs. Whether you're new to arts integration or looking to enhance existing lessons, this resource provides practical support to help students learn through creativity and self-expression.
tag(s): artists (100), creativity (84), dance (42)
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Use the 6th-grade lesson plan "Rotation and Revolution" to have students choreograph movements that demonstrate the Earth's rotation and revolution. In world language classes, use the Spanish lesson plan and have students create pop-art comic strips using new vocabulary and grammar. The comic strips could be made digitally using Write Comics reviewed here. Use the "Artful Thinking" professional development (PD) materials to introduce thinking routines such as "See, Think, Wonder." Apply this to any subject by analyzing artwork, images, or historical photographs to start a discussion and to foster deeper comprehension.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Passover for kids: 14 engaging ideas for the springtime holiday - Care.com
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The Passover celebration guide from Care.com can be used with a range of age groups and is easy to adapt for students. Younger students in grades K-2 can learn about ...more
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The Passover celebration guide from Care.com can be used with a range of age groups and is easy to adapt for students. Younger students in grades K-2 can learn about Passover through simple discussions, picture exploration, and hands-on activities. Students in grades 3-5 can write short reflections, compare traditions, and talk about the meaning behind holiday practices. With some adaptation and deeper discussion prompts, students in grades 6-8 can explore cultural background, analyze traditions, and complete longer writing or presentation work connected to the holiday.
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Families and students can participate in the activities featured on the website. Students can use Baamboozle, reviewed here to create a Passover game. Have students use Seesaw, reviewed here to write the facts that they have learned about Passover.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Passover Shelfie + Starter Activities - With Love, Ima
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This resource from With Love, IMA offers a collection of Passover Shelfie Starter Activities designed to help students and families explore the themes and traditions of Passover through...more
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This resource from With Love, IMA offers a collection of Passover Shelfie Starter Activities designed to help students and families explore the themes and traditions of Passover through hands-on, creative experiences. The activities use simple materials and prompts to encourage storytelling, symbolism, and discussion of key Passover themes, including freedom, remembrance, and asking questions. These shelfie starters work well as classroom discussion starters, family engagement activities, or literacy and social studies extensions that invite students to share personal connections and cultural learning in an accessible, meaningful way.
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Families and students can participate in the activities featured on the website. Students can use Baamboozle, reviewed here to create a game using the facts they learn. Have students write their own Personal Passover Story.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Passover Activities for Kids and Adults Guide - Reform Judaism.org
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This Passover Activities booklet is a free, downloadable resource filled with creative ideas to help students and families explore the themes and traditions of Passover, the Jewish...more
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This Passover Activities booklet is a free, downloadable resource filled with creative ideas to help students and families explore the themes and traditions of Passover, the Jewish spring festival celebrating freedom through the retelling of the Israelites' Exodus from Egypt. The PDF includes a mix of engaging crafts, recipes (such as homemade matzah and macaroons), poetry and storytelling prompts, table place-card projects, and hands-on activities that make cultural and historical learning interactive across age groups. It's designed for classroom use or family celebrations, supporting meaningful discussions on heritage, symbolism, and community.
tag(s): crafts (111), cultures (292), holidays (285), jews (63)
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Families and students can participate in the activities featured in the guide. Students can create a Book Creator book, reviewed here with their Six Word Poems. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to list the steps that they used while creating their Matzahs. Have students learn more about Passover using Kidrex, reviewed here.
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8 Passover Activities for Your Family That Everyone Will Want to Do - Kveller
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Kveller: 8 Passover Activities for Your Family That Everyone Will Want to Do begins with a brief history of why the author created the activities. The article then outlines one ...more
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Kveller: 8 Passover Activities for Your Family That Everyone Will Want to Do begins with a brief history of why the author created the activities. The article then outlines one activity per night. Some activities include Hide and Seek, Candy Questions, Play the ten plagues version of Minute to Win It!, MasterChef Junior: Haroset, Matzah topping taste test... with a twist!, Passover game night, Cross the Red Sea obstacle course!, and Recline and Dine! Each activity includes detailed instructions on how to play and how to prepare.
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Families and students can participate in the activities featured on the website. Students can use Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here to record themselves building their Red Sea Obstacle course. Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here to research questions for their Minute to Win It game. Have students use Baamboozle, reviewed here to generate the questions for their games.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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12 kid-friendly crafts for Passover - Care.com
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Care.com features 12 kid-friendly crafts for Passover. Featured crafts include: Build a Matzah House, Create a colorful cup for Elijah, Adorn a DIY afikomen bag, Color character stick...more
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Care.com features 12 kid-friendly crafts for Passover. Featured crafts include: Build a Matzah House, Create a colorful cup for Elijah, Adorn a DIY afikomen bag, Color character stick puppets, Construct a parting of the Red Sea scene, and more. All crafts include a brief description of the craft and its connection to Passover.
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Students can complete the crafts that are featured on the website. While completing the crafts, students can record themselves using Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here. Students can learn more about Passover using Kiddle, reviewed here. Have students use Google Keep, reviewed here to write the steps that they took while completing the craft.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Habits of the Mind: Persistance - Mineola Creative Content
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Habits of Mind: Persistence is a short educational YouTube video that introduces students to the thinking skill of persistence, one of the 16 Habits of Mind that support effective problem...more
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Habits of Mind: Persistence is a short educational YouTube video that introduces students to the thinking skill of persistence, one of the 16 Habits of Mind that support effective problem solving and learning. The video explains what persistence looks like in real-world and classroom settings, emphasizing the importance of sticking with challenges, managing frustration, and continuing to work toward goals. It provides clear, relatable examples that help students understand how perseverance can lead to success, making it a valuable resource for classroom discussions about the growth mindset and resilient learning. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Have students read short challenge scenarios and discuss or role-play how persistence can help solve the problem. Have students identify characters from books or stories who show persistence. They can cite textual evidence and explain how perseverance helped the character succeed. Have a class complete a complex puzzle, STEM task, or writing challenge, and reflect on how persistence helped them overcome obstacles.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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