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Byte - Code Breaker
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K to 12
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The Code Breaker "Chat" page introduces Byte, an AI-powered chatbot for K-12 classrooms. Byte does not require sign-in or collect personal data. It provides a safe and accessible space...more
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The Code Breaker "Chat" page introduces Byte, an AI-powered chatbot for K-12 classrooms. Byte does not require sign-in or collect personal data. It provides a safe and accessible space for students to explore prompt engineering, ask questions, and interact with AI. Byte is similar to a simplified ChatGPT, but made for young learners. Educator Brian Aspinall and his team at Code Breaker Inc. developed the tool. Their mission is to foster creativity, curiosity, and whole child development by safely integrating technology into learning. Byte is ideal for teachers introducing AI in class with low risk and high engagement. There are no sign-ups or privacy concerns -- just a direct way to spark curiosity and tech literacy.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), digital citizenship (108), digital literacy (36)
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Have students experiment with writing different prompts to see how Byte responds. Challenge them to refine their prompts to get clearer or more detailed answers, helping them practice precision in communication. Have students co-write a short story with Byte. They type the first few lines of a story and ask Byte to continue. Then have them edit and revise Byte's continuation to learn about structure, dialogue, and editing. Lead a class discussion on the role of AI in education and society. Have students ask Byte questions about fairness, privacy, or how AI is trained, then use those answers as a springboard for debate or written reflection.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Manitoba- Framework for Learning - Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning
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Looking for a streamlined, bilingual teaching resource? The Manitoba Framework for Learning is a comprehensive K-12 hub designed to support educators in planning, teaching, and assessing...more
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Looking for a streamlined, bilingual teaching resource? The Manitoba Framework for Learning is a comprehensive K-12 hub designed to support educators in planning, teaching, and assessing across all subject areas. Available in both English and French, it includes curriculum guides, policy documents, and support materials for English, Francais, and French Immersion programs. The framework emphasizes Manitoba's Global Competencies of Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Citizenship, and Connection to Self, while providing real classroom examples and assessment guidance. This user-friendly site is a valuable tool for teachers seeking to create meaningful and inclusive learning experiences.
tag(s): collaboration (112), critical thinking (179), french (72)
In the Classroom
Have students work in small groups to solve a local or global issue (e.g., food waste, community wellness) using Manitoba's six Global Competencies (Critical Thinking, Creativity, Citizenship, etc.). They can present solutions through videos made with Powtoon, reviewed here. Inspired by the "Stories of Practice" section, have students document and reflect on their own learning journey over several weeks using photos, writing, or voice recordings in Book Creator, reviewed here. Have students create bilingual comics using Make an Animation, reviewed here in both English and French.
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James Earl Jones Reads Frederick Douglass - prosario2000
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8 to 12
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In this brief YouTube video, the actor James Earl Jones delivers a powerful reading of an excerpt from Frederick Douglass's 1852 speech, "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of ...more
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In this brief YouTube video, the actor James Earl Jones delivers a powerful reading of an excerpt from Frederick Douglass's 1852 speech, "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?" In the speech, Douglass, who was born into slavery and later became a leading abolitionist, challenges listeners to reflect on the contradiction between America's celebration of freedom and the reality of slavery. His words encourage thoughtful discussion of liberty, equality, and how the nation's founding ideals did not align with the lived experiences of enslaved people.
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tag(s): Juneteenth (33)
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Students can learn more about the speech using Kiddle, reviewed here. Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare and contrast this speech to another famous speech. Students can create a word cloud using WordClouds, reviewed here to share the message of the speech.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MindMap - 3axislabs
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4 to 12
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Imagine your students brainstorming ideas or decoding complex topics and instantly turning them into organized visual structures. MindMap AI is an intuitive, AI-powered mind-mapping...more
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Imagine your students brainstorming ideas or decoding complex topics and instantly turning them into organized visual structures. MindMap AI is an intuitive, AI-powered mind-mapping tool that transforms text, PDFs, images, audio, or videos into clear, editable mind maps. The free plan offers 100 AI credits per month, enough for approximately ten mind maps, plus unlimited manual edits, unlimited projects, basic version history, and exports in PNG, SVG, PDF, or Markdown.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), charts and graphs (196), concept mapping (18), graphic organizers (57), mind map (33), organizational skills (89)
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Students can use the tool to break down research topics into subtopics, helping them plan their inquiry process and visualize connections between ideas. Use mind maps to brainstorm characters, settings, plot points, and themes before writing narratives or stories.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Passover - Everything You Need for Passover with Kids - PJ Library
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K to 12
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PJ Library on Passover is a one-stop shop for Passover resources. The site contains sections titled At a Glance, Downloadables, Activities, Recipes, Audio, and More. The downloadables...more
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PJ Library on Passover is a one-stop shop for Passover resources. The site contains sections titled At a Glance, Downloadables, Activities, Recipes, Audio, and More. The downloadables include a Haggadah Guide, River Ride Printable, Sedar Prep Checklist, and Silly Passover-Themed Mad Libs-Inspired Story Sheets. Some recipes featured are: Build-Your-Own Matzah Ball Soup Bar for Passover, Noodles for Passover? Yes, It's Possible!, What is Charoset and How Do You Make It?, and others. Podcasts and YouTube videos are available in the Audio section. A list of Passover books for children, organized by age range, is featured in the Stories section. Activities and Printables include: Make Your Own Plague Props, Printable Passover Scene, Passover Card Game, and more. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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Students can compare and contrast the books' features in the Stories section using Figma, reviewed here. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a Passover Recipe Book. Finally, students can use Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to create their own Mad Lib.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Storyboard Templates - Canva
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3 to 12
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Imagine transforming your classroom into a dynamic storytelling hub where students can visualize narratives, plan projects, and express their creativity -- all with ease. Canva's Storyboard...more
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Imagine transforming your classroom into a dynamic storytelling hub where students can visualize narratives, plan projects, and express their creativity -- all with ease. Canva's Storyboard Templates provide educators with a powerful and user-friendly tool to bring lessons to life. With a vast collection of free, customizable templates, teachers can guide students in mapping out stories, planning videos, or organizing ideas visually. The intuitive drag-and-drop interface, coupled with access to millions of images and design elements, makes it simple for students of all ages to create compelling storyboards. Whether it's illustrating a historical event, scripting a science experiment, or crafting a digital narrative, Canva's storyboard templates foster engagement, enhance comprehension, and encourage collaborative learning in the classroom.
tag(s): collaboration (112), digital storytelling (166), reading comprehension (146), writing (309)
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After reading a short story or chapter, have students use a storyboard template to illustrate key events in sequence, helping them understand the story and identify plot elements. Have students choose a character and use a storyboard to demonstrate how they change over time, including their thoughts, emotions, decisions, and turning points, with visuals and brief captions. Have students storyboard a science process (like the water cycle or photosynthesis) to visually break down complex steps using icons, labels, and text boxes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mystery Breakout - Genially
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4 to 10
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Unlock Learning with Genially's Mystery Breakout Template. This Genially template offers educators an engaging, interactive escape room experience that challenges students to solve...more
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Unlock Learning with Genially's Mystery Breakout Template. This Genially template offers educators an engaging, interactive escape room experience that challenges students to solve puzzles and uncover hidden clues. Fully customizable, this template allows you to incorporate subject-specific questions, multimedia elements, and gamified content to align with your lesson objectives. Ideal for fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, the Mystery Breakout can be adapted for various subjects and grade levels, providing a dynamic tool to enhance classroom learning.
tag(s): collaboration (112), critical thinking (179), digital escapes (30), game based learning (304), gamification (93), problem solving (275), puzzles (163), Teacher Utilities (214)
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Plan a whole class period where students rotate through different breakout challenges related to various subjects--math, ELA, science, and social studies--solving clues to "escape" each topic station. After the breakout, facilitate a class discussion or journal prompt in which students reflect on the strategies they used, the challenges they faced, and how they worked as a team. Have students design their own breakout rooms using Genially, incorporating subject content, puzzles, and story elements.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hey Siri...what is AI? Introducing Students to Artificial Intelligence - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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How can I learn about AI and use this technology to enhance instruction? This article from the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed...more
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How can I learn about AI and use this technology to enhance instruction? This article from the TeachersFirst Help! I Lost My Library/Media Specialist series, reviewed here, shares background knowledge and practical resources to help educators integrate AI into everyday activities to increase productivity and introduce AI to students using interactive learning activities. Choose from a variety of activities, including books, videos, and learning games, suitable for both educators and students.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), professional development (318), STEM (370)
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Take advantage of the many ideas presented in this helpful article to learn how to utilize AI to enhance productivity, discover engaging ways to integrate real-world examples and technology into lessons, and incorporate AI into lessons on digital citizenship. Organize the ideas and examples found in this article using Milanote, reviewed here to save and share ideas for incorporating AI into everyday activities.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Branching Scenario 3 - Genially
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6 to 12
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Genially's Branching Scenario 3 template is a powerful tool for educators aiming to simulate real-life situations and enhance decision-making skills in the classroom. This interactive...more
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Genially's Branching Scenario 3 template is a powerful tool for educators aiming to simulate real-life situations and enhance decision-making skills in the classroom. This interactive template lets you create immersive learning experiences by adding questions, videos, and audio, enabling students to explore different outcomes based on their choices. Ideal for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, it offers a customizable platform for designing engaging e-learning resources that mirror real-world challenges. Whether you're focusing on ethical dilemmas, historical events, or scientific processes, this template provides a dynamic way to bring content to life and foster active learning.
tag(s): concept mapping (18), critical thinking (179), game based learning (304), gamification (93), problem solving (275)
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Begin a unit by presenting a branching scenario that introduces a real-world dilemma related to your subject (e.g., a historical decision, scientific ethical issue, or peer conflict). Let students vote on choices and discuss outcomes as a class. In small groups, have students map out possible decision paths and consequences before playing a branching scenario, predicting outcomes, and practicing critical thinking. Assign students to design their own branching scenarios using Genially, applying their knowledge to simulate historical events, scientific experiments, or literature-based moral choices.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Branching Scenario - Genially
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4 to 12
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Step into the world of interactive storytelling with Genially's Branching Scenario template, where every decision leads to a new path of discovery. This customizable tool empowers educators...more
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Step into the world of interactive storytelling with Genially's Branching Scenario template, where every decision leads to a new path of discovery. This customizable tool empowers educators to create immersive, choose-your-own-adventure experiences that simulate real-life situations and decision-making processes. By integrating multimedia elements such as audio, video, and animations, teachers can craft engaging narratives that challenge students to think critically and explore various outcomes based on their choices.
tag(s): digital storytelling (166), graphic organizers (57), Teacher Utilities (214)
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Let students explore key character choices from a novel or short story. Each decision in the branching scenario leads to different consequences, helping students analyze character motivation and plot development. Develop a branching timeline and assign students to explore alternate historical outcomes (e.g., "What if the colonies didn't declare independence?"). For SEL or health education, create branching stories about peer interactions, bullying, or decision-making under peer pressure. Students can see the impact of different choices in a safe, guided format.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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America's Chinatowns - Google Arts and Culture
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6 to 12
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Explore the history, culture, and communities featured on this page from Google Arts and Culture to take a virtual journey through America's Chinatowns' past, present, and future. Begin...more
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Explore the history, culture, and communities featured on this page from Google Arts and Culture to take a virtual journey through America's Chinatowns' past, present, and future. Begin with stories about preserving Chinatowns, visit ten historic sites across the United States, and then enter the oldest US Chinatown in San Francisco through portrait galleries and exhibitions. Continue your explorations to learn about the culture, art, and music found in Chinatowns.
tag(s): asia (138), china (79), cross cultural understanding (178), cultures (292)
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Explore this site and share highlights with your students, or share the site with students to explore and share items of interest with their peers. Use an online canvas for sticky notes such as Lino reviewed here for students to share information learned and questions for further follow-up. Use MyLens reviewed here to extend learning by creating timelines and mindmaps of the content found on this site. Use Google My Maps reviewed here to create custom maps featuring Chinatowns across the US and adding images and videos from each location.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SEL in Digital Life Resource Center - Common Sense Education
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K to 12
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Common Sense Education offers a free collection of Social and Emotional Learning resources to help students build essential SEL skills as they navigate today's digital world. The site...more
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Common Sense Education offers a free collection of Social and Emotional Learning resources to help students build essential SEL skills as they navigate today's digital world. The site provides CASEL-aligned lessons, classroom activities, professional development materials, and family conversation starters that support skills such as self-awareness, empathy, responsible decision-making, and relationship building. These resources help teachers intentionally connect SEL instruction with digital citizenship and real-world situations, supporting both classroom learning and home-school connections. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): digital citizenship (108), social and emotional learning (195)
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Have students act out scenarios involving digital communication, teamwork, or conflict resolution, practicing respectful language and responsible decision-making. After completing an SEL activity, students can write or draw about how they would apply the skill in real-life or online situations, such as handling disagreements or managing emotions. Have students act out scenarios involving digital communication, teamwork, or conflict resolution, practicing respectful language and responsible decision-making.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Tech Tool Smackdown: Digital Storytelling Edition - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from February 2026. 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 February 2026. 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.
Get ready for a fast-paced exploration of powerful digital storytelling tools! This smackdown-style session will introduce you to a diverse collection of platforms for video creation, podcast production, comic strip design, interactive storytelling, and multimedia narratives. Through rapid-fire demonstrations and guided exploration, you'll discover both beginner-friendly and advanced tools designed to help students share their stories in creative ways. We'll show you how to make the most of TeachersFirst--where you'll find trusted reviews of tech tools and instructional resources, ready-to-use teaching ideas, and more. Leave with a curated toolkit of storytelling platforms, practical strategies for implementation, and the confidence to evaluate new tools as they emerge. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore and compare digital storytelling platforms. 2. Navigate TeachersFirst resources effectively. 3. Design authentic storytelling experiences. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Get ready for a fast-paced exploration of powerful digital storytelling tools! This smackdown-style session will introduce you to a diverse collection of platforms for video creation, podcast production, comic strip design, interactive storytelling, and multimedia narratives. Through rapid-fire demonstrations and guided exploration, you'll discover both beginner-friendly and advanced tools designed to help students share their stories in creative ways. We'll show you how to make the most of TeachersFirst--where you'll find trusted reviews of tech tools and instructional resources, ready-to-use teaching ideas, and more. Leave with a curated toolkit of storytelling platforms, practical strategies for implementation, and the confidence to evaluate new tools as they emerge. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore and compare digital storytelling platforms. 2. Navigate TeachersFirst resources effectively. 3. Design authentic storytelling experiences. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): assessment (144), digital storytelling (166), 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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Images of Empowerment - William/ Flora Hewlett and David/ Lucile Packard Foundation
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Images of Empowerment is a library of images featuring powerful, positive portrayals of women's work and family life around the world. The images on the site highlight the connection...more
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Images of Empowerment is a library of images featuring powerful, positive portrayals of women's work and family life around the world. The images on the site highlight the connection between women's work, their health, and their ability to care for their families and themselves across countries worldwide. The countries highlighted include: Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Kenya, Peru, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Thailand, Uganda, and the United States.
tag(s): images (266), photography (135), women (189)
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Students can use the images to create a virtual bulletin board using Padlet, reviewed here to showcase women. Students can compare and contrast images from different countries using Google Drawing, reviewed here. Finally, students can use Visme AI Presentation Creator, reviewed here to create a presentation about women using the images.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Public Domain Vectors
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PublicDomainVectors.org contains over 70,000 vector images for you to search. On the site, you can search for images by category, such as Animals, Architecture, Backgrounds, Business,...more
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PublicDomainVectors.org contains over 70,000 vector images for you to search. On the site, you can search for images by category, such as Animals, Architecture, Backgrounds, Business, Flags, Food & Drink, Nature, Objects, People, Signs & Symbols, and Transportation. The site is also available in other languages, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, Turkish, Dutch, and more.
tag(s): images (266), photography (135)
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Students can use the images from the site to create a comic strip using Comic Strip Templates by Canva, reviewed here. Students can use the images to create digital stories while using Storyboard That, reviewed here. Finally, students can use the images to create presentations while using Aha Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free to Use and Reuse - Library of Congress
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The Library of Congress's Free to Use and Reuse includes sets of books, newspapers, manuscripts, print, photos, maps, musical scores, films, sound recordings, and more. Examples of...more
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The Library of Congress's Free to Use and Reuse includes sets of books, newspapers, manuscripts, print, photos, maps, musical scores, films, sound recordings, and more. Examples of sets on the site include Abraham Lincoln, the American Revolution, Founding Washington, Autumn and Halloween, Motion Picture Theaters, Presidential Portraits, and more.
tag(s): images (266), movies (52), photography (135), presidents (152), seasons (59), womens suffrage (64)
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Students can use the Presidential Portrait images to create a book about each president while using Book Creator, reviewed here. Students can use the images from Women's History to create a timeline of notable accomplishments while using the Timeline Tool by ReadWriteThink, reviewed here. Finally, students can learn about the Statue of Liberty and write a fun fact that they learned on Stormboard, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Pixnio - Lembink Badae and Mohit Pathak
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Pixnio is a free image and stock photo website offering a wide range of photo galleries, including Animals, Objects, Photography, Insects, Computers, Plants, Art, Travel, and more....more
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Pixnio is a free image and stock photo website offering a wide range of photo galleries, including Animals, Objects, Photography, Insects, Computers, Plants, Art, Travel, and more. When searching for images, be careful not to select the iStock images that appear at the top of search results, as those images are not free. In addition to browsing and downloading free photos, you can also upload your own images to the site.
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tag(s): images (266), photography (135)
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Students can use search for images while creating a presentation using Presentations AI, reviewed here. Students can use the images to create a digital story while using Imagine Forest, reviewed here. Finally, students can insert the images into a comic strip while using Witty Comics, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Animal Race - Genially
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Transform your classroom into a lively learning environment with the Genially Animal Race template -- where students dash toward knowledge in a fun, interactive competition. This customizable...more
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Transform your classroom into a lively learning environment with the Genially Animal Race template -- where students dash toward knowledge in a fun, interactive competition. This customizable board game format allows educators to tailor content across various subjects and grade levels, making it ideal for reviewing topics and reinforcing concepts. With features such as animated graphics, multimedia integration, and interactive elements, the Animal Race template provides a dynamic learning experience for students. Whether used for whole-class instruction, small-group activities, or individual practice, this template provides a versatile and engaging tool to enhance student participation and understanding.
tag(s): game based learning (304), gamification (93), Teacher Utilities (214)
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In ELA, assign students animals as characters and have them create short stories based on their progress in the game. Each move on the board can introduce a new plot twist, setting, or problem. Mix content from multiple subjects -- math, reading, science, and social studies -- into the game. Integrate science content by creating questions about animal habitats, adaptations, and classifications. As students race, they learn interesting facts about real animals tied to their game characters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Branching Diagram - Genially
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Bring lessons to life with interactive pathways using the Genially Branching Diagram Template. This online tool is an interactive tool designed to help educators visually represent...more
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Bring lessons to life with interactive pathways using the Genially Branching Diagram Template. This online tool is an interactive tool designed to help educators visually represent decision-making processes, classification systems, or problem-solving pathways. Featuring six customizable designs, this template allows teachers to create dynamic diagrams that incorporate multimedia elements such as audio, video, and animations. Its interactive nature enables students to explore various scenarios or concepts step by step, enhancing engagement and understanding. Suitable for a range of educational levels and subjects, share the template online, embedded in presentations, or downloaded in formats such as PDF and MP4.
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Have students use the branching diagram to create an interactive narrative in which each decision leads to a different plot path. In science, use the template to explore taxonomy. Students classify animals or plants based on their features, moving through the branches to learn categories such as vertebrate/invertebrate or flowering/non-flowering. Design a math activity where students follow a path based on the choices they make to solve multi-step word problems. Each branch leads to a different solution method or a common mistake to correct.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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RedCircle - Red Circle Technologies, Inc.
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RedCircle is a podcast-hosting and support service. The free plan provides unlimited storage, bandwidth, and downloads supporting one podcast. Begin by creating and verifying your account,...more
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RedCircle is a podcast-hosting and support service. The free plan provides unlimited storage, bandwidth, and downloads supporting one podcast. Begin by creating and verifying your account, then select from the options to add a podcast. Options include importing an existing podcast or creating a new one. To create a new podcast, add an image and complete the fields to provide descriptive details. Then, follow the prompt to develop your podcast; next, select your podcast to manage, add, and edit episodes. Upload saved MP3 files from your device to each episode and set the time and date for publication. Share published episodes using the URL provided or copy the HTML code to embed a podcast player in an online document, such as a website.
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As an easy introduction to podcasting, ask students to create an audio recording of a read-aloud book, a story they created, or the morning announcements. Upload their podcast recording and share it on your class website or with parents. As students become familiar with creating podcasts, use this tool for several purposes, such as discussions of current lessons learned in math, an explanation of a science experiment, or a day in the life of a historical character. Extend learning by embedding or linking student podcasts as part of a larger multimedia project created using a webpage creator such as Webnode, reviewed here, or add a link within a timeline created using Canva's Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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