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Cinco de Mayo - Newsela
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5 to 12
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Newsela's Cinco de Mayo features lesson ideas in Social Studies and ELA. Lessons aligned with Social Studies include learning the history of the holiday, how it is celebrated in the...more
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Newsela's Cinco de Mayo features lesson ideas in Social Studies and ELA. Lessons aligned with Social Studies include learning the history of the holiday, how it is celebrated in the United States and Mexico, and the journey to and from Mexico. For ELA, lessons include using a three-column worksheet to write down information from three sources and learning about storytelling.
tag(s): artists (95), cinco de mayo (17), cultures (279), holidays (255), mexico (60)
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Students can use the NotebookLM, reviewed here to write down the information from the three sources. Students can use Venn Diagram Creator by Canva, reviewed here to compare and contrast how the holiday is celebrated in the United States and Mexico. Students can use Storyboard That, reviewed here to create a story to share about Cinco de Mayo.
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KnowItAll.org - South Carolina ETV Commission
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K to 12
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KnowItAll.org contains a variety of resources, including videos, lessons, audio files, photos, interactives, and documents. The site allows you to browse by grade, which includes Pre-Kindergarten...more
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KnowItAll.org contains a variety of resources, including videos, lessons, audio files, photos, interactives, and documents. The site allows you to browse by grade, which includes Pre-Kindergarten through high school, Higher Education, and Professional Development. Subjects featured are Career Education, English Language Arts, Health Education, Math, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Visual and Performing Arts, and World Languages. When exploring the Collections tab, you can find resources on Anchor Charts, Archaeology, Digital Literacy, Financial Literacy and Economics, Holidays, Native American Heritage, and much more. The Curriculum and Lessons Plans tab allows you to search by Keywords, Subject, Resource Type, Downloadable Content, Language (English or Spanish), and Accessibility (English or Spanish Captions, Transcript, and Audio Description). Lessons can be shared via Google Classroom, Previewed, and printed.
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Since this site has a wealth of information, students can have a Wakelet, reviewed here to host all the material. Students can view the series that are featured on the site, including Ask an Author, Character Minutes, ETV Shorts, Hobby Shop, and more. Students can share what they learned using Lino, reviewed here .Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Floop - Melanie Kong and Christine Witcher
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3 to 12
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Floop allows for fast teacher feedback on student work, guided peer feedback, and self-assessment. Within Teacher Feedback, teachers can select from drag-and-drop comments and place...more
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Floop allows for fast teacher feedback on student work, guided peer feedback, and self-assessment. Within Teacher Feedback, teachers can select from drag-and-drop comments and place feedback in designated areas of student work. In Guided Peer Feedback, students learn how to give and receive feedback through scaffolding prompts. Self-assessment enables customized prompts that foster student self-reflection and feedback. In the Free version, teachers can have unlimited students and assignments, add images and PDFs, upload Google Docs, use a reusable comment bank, access Growthbook with class data, and integrate rosters with Google Classroom and Clever. The Blog section of Floop contains resources and ideas for classroom integration.
tag(s): classroom management (124), Teacher Utilities (199)
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Students can use Floop to learn how to give each other peer feedback. Padlet TA, reviewed here will allow students to create a peer feedback rubric to grade themselves as they participate in their peer feedback. Finally, students can use Google Keep, reviewed here for notetaking as they are working on their assignments on Floop.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TTS Reader Player - WellSource Ltd.
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3 to 12
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The TTSReader Player is a free, web-based text-to-speech tool that lets users paste or load text, documents, or even webpages to be read aloud. One helpful feature is the option ...more
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The TTSReader Player is a free, web-based text-to-speech tool that lets users paste or load text, documents, or even webpages to be read aloud. One helpful feature is the option to switch to a free voice (non-premium). You can click on the voice selector, choose a free voice, and it will continue to work across different URLs without needing to be reset each time. When premium voices are selected, the site may prompt you to sign in with Google to unlock them, but the free voices remain usable without signing in.
tag(s): Accessibility (11), text to speech (22)
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Upload a short story, article, or poem into TTSReader and play it aloud for the class. Have students follow along with the text to build fluency and listening comprehension. Provide students with complex texts (like historical documents or scientific articles) and let them use TTSReader independently. They can pause, replay, and annotate, making it easier to engage with challenging content. Have students paste their own essays or reports into TTSReader. Hearing their writing read back helps them catch errors, improve sentence flow, and strengthen revisions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Printable Worksheets for Teachers - Wayground (formerly Quizzizz)
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K to 12
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating...more
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Wayground (formerly Quizizz) provides a wide collection of free printable worksheets and interactive activities for students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth. After creating a free account, teachers can access materials across subjects such as math, science, social studies, social emotional learning, fine arts, world languages, reading and writing, and typing. Resources can be downloaded as printable worksheets or launched as interactive quizzes. When using quizzes, teachers can preview, assign, or run live sessions with options for student-led or teacher-led modes. Assignment features allow customization of settings such as timing, attempts, accommodations, question order, answer visibility, and game elements like power-ups and leaderboards. Educators can also create their own content, including assessments, lessons, interactive videos, or passages, with flexible question types and privacy settings for classroom or school use.
tag(s): charts and graphs (193), critical thinking (166), data (203), equations (132), game based learning (291), grammar (140), grammar review (33), matter (50), sign language (16), social and emotional learning (145)
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Students can either complete the worksheet or the quiz on Wayground. When completing a worksheet, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to show their thinking/understanding of the concept. Students can create their own problems for a quiz on Wayground.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ChatGPT for Teachers - ChatGPT
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K to 12
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ChatGPT makes its free, educational version available to United States teachers and school staff through June 2027. The educational version protects student data, meets FERPA requirements,...more
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ChatGPT makes its free, educational version available to United States teachers and school staff through June 2027. The educational version protects student data, meets FERPA requirements, and does not use the content to train ChatGPT models. It offers settings to remember details such as your grade level, curriculum, and preferred format, so responses feel tailored to your teaching style and classroom. Users can build presentations in ChatGPT with Canva and bring in lesson plans and files from Google Drive or Microsoft 365, so every chat starts with your classroom context. School and district leaders can create accounts that bring district and school staff into a single workspace with role-based controls. Create your account by completing the verification form with your school email, which verifies that you meet all requirements.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (258), chat (39), presentations (26), professional development (295)
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Use this educational version of ChatGPT for a wide range of classroom and professional needs. Create lesson plans that align with your state standards, upload your current lessons to create assessments or differentiate learning activities, or find new resources to supplement your current teaching materials. Take advantage of the integration with Canva, reviewed here, to create infographics, presentations, and other materials to enhance student learning. Canva is available through an app in this version of ChatGPT. Follow the instructions to link your accounts for easy access to all available features. Learn more by viewing the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Educator Excellence: Reclaiming Time and Enhancing Instruction, reviewed here, find out more about Canva's AI features by watching OK2Ask: Interactive Lessons with Canva's AI Magic Tools, reviewed 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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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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Flamenco - The Kennedy Center
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3 to 12
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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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Dancing Bachata - The Kennedy Center
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Have you ever imagined your students exchanging traditional worksheets for lively dance steps? "Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" brings that exact energy to the classroom, inviting...more
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Have you ever imagined your students exchanging traditional worksheets for lively dance steps? "Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" brings that exact energy to the classroom, inviting learners to connect with culture, rhythm, and movement in a fun and educational way. This interactive activity features Andre Avila, a Kennedy Center teaching artist from the ComMotion dance program, demonstrating the basic steps of Bachata, a social partner dance originating in the Dominican Republic. It's presented as a short video tutorial, ideal for students to follow along and experience foundational Bachata footwork and rhythm. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
In the Classroom
Watch the Kennedy Center video as a class and follow along with the steps. Allow students to practice in pairs or small groups to build confidence and develop a sense of rhythm. Have students build on the basic steps by choreographing their own short Bachata sequence. They can present it to the class, integrating counts and movement patterns. Introduce traditional Bachata music and analyze its instruments and rhythms. Students can clap, tap, or use classroom percussion to replicate the beats.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Human Body - National Institutes of Health
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K to 12
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned STEM teaching resources designed to captivate students from elementary through high school....more
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned STEM teaching resources designed to captivate students from elementary through high school. This collection encompasses a variety of multimedia materials, including videos, interactive lessons, and activities that explore anatomy, body systems, growth and development, and health education. Whether you're introducing young learners to basic body parts or guiding older students through complex physiological processes, these resources provide engaging content to support your curriculum. The collection also features materials that highlight the body's self-regulation mechanisms and the stages of human development, offering a holistic view of human biology. Many of the resources are also available in Spanish, making the content more accessible for multilingual classrooms.
tag(s): body systems (45), human body (97), STEM (344)
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After reading about or watching a segment on health science careers from the NIH site, have students create mini-posters using DesignCap Poster Creator reviewed herehighlighting a biomedical profession, what it involves, and how it helps people. Begin with a simple body outline, then ask students to guess and draw which organs or systems are inside. Follow up with NIH videos or diagrams to compare and discuss their accuracy. Students can create an illustrated mini-book that explains how various systems (e.g., circulatory, skeletal, nervous) work together to perform everyday actions like eating, running, or thinking.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Influential Hispanic Americans - Biography.com
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4 to 12
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The Biography.com feature "23 Influential Hispanic Americans Who Have Made History" offers an engaging overview of prominent Hispanic figures whose achievements have significantly impacted...more
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The Biography.com feature "23 Influential Hispanic Americans Who Have Made History" offers an engaging overview of prominent Hispanic figures whose achievements have significantly impacted American society. The article highlights individuals across various fields, including politics, arts, science, and activism. Notable figures include Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic American on the U.S. Supreme Court; labor leader Cesar Chavez, who co-founded the United Farm Workers; and EGOT-winning performer Rita Moreno. This resource serves as an excellent tool for educators aiming to introduce students to the diverse contributions of Hispanic Americans.
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tag(s): famous people (38), hispanic (54)
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Create a list of fun facts (ex., "Find someone who won an Olympic medal" or "Find a person who was a Supreme Court Justice") and have students search the article to match each clue with the correct person. Choose two individuals from different fields, such as music vs. science, and have students complete a Venn diagram. The Venn diagram can be done on paper or online using Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. Students write an imaginary interview with a historical figure from the article. Have students create a list of five thoughtful questions and what the person might say in response.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Facts about US Latinos - Pew Research Center
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6 to 12
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Explore up-to-date demographic insights into the Latino population in the United States. When this resource was created, Latinos accounted for 19% of the U.S. population, totaling 63.6...more
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Explore up-to-date demographic insights into the Latino population in the United States. When this resource was created, Latinos accounted for 19% of the U.S. population, totaling 63.6 million people, and were responsible for 53% of the nation's population growth since 2010. The article highlights the diversity within the Latino community, noting that individuals of Mexican origin make up nearly 60% of the U.S. Latino population, followed by Puerto Ricans, Salvadorans, Cubans, Dominicans, Guatemalans, Colombians, and Hondurans. Additionally, it discusses the significant increase in multiracial identification among Latinos, with more than 27 million identifying with more than one race in 2022, up from 3 million in 2010. These findings offer valuable context for educators aiming to incorporate comprehensive and current information about Latino communities into their curricula.
tag(s): cultures (279), hispanic (54), population (54)
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Post key statistics from the article around the classroom. Students can rotate in pairs or small groups, reading and discussing each fact. Use prompts like "What surprises you?" or "Why might this be important?" Students write a short argumentative essay using statistics from the article to support a claim such as "Latino contributions are essential to the future of the U.S.". Using the article's breakdown of Latino origins (ex., Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban), students create a U.S. map showing where different Latino populations are most concentrated. Consider completing the map online using Google My Maps, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Celebrating the Culture and Contributions of Hispanic Americans - U.S. Department of Commerce
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The U.S. Department of Commerce's Celebrating the Culture and Contributions of Hispanic Americans is a short article that highlights Hispanic culture in the United States and shares...more
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The U.S. Department of Commerce's Celebrating the Culture and Contributions of Hispanic Americans is a short article that highlights Hispanic culture in the United States and shares several Did You Know facts.
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Students can continue to investigate the contributions of Hispanics in the United States. Students can interview a Hispanic worker and/or business owner. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post questions or comments after reading the article.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mustard and Moxie's 10 Reasons Why Hispanics Are Important to the US - Mustard and Moxie's 10 Reasons Why Hispanics Are Important to t
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Mustard and Moxie's 10 Reasons Why Hispanics Are Important to the US is part of a blog. The reasons why Hispanics are important include diversity and cultural enrichment, economic contributions,...more
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Mustard and Moxie's 10 Reasons Why Hispanics Are Important to the US is part of a blog. The reasons why Hispanics are important include diversity and cultural enrichment, economic contributions, demographic influence, educational achievements, and more.
tag(s): cultures (279), demographics (14), hispanic (54)
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Students can use Podbean, reviewed here to share the political achievements that Hispanics have made in the United States. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to share the economic impact of Hispanics. Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here, to research more information.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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9 National Hispanic Heritage Month Activities for Students - Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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Check out this curated collection of engaging activities designed to honor and explore Hispanic Americans' contributions and culture. Find a variety of lesson ideas suitable for different...more
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Check out this curated collection of engaging activities designed to honor and explore Hispanic Americans' contributions and culture. Find a variety of lesson ideas suitable for different grade levels, such as student-led research projects on influential Hispanic figures, cultural celebrations featuring traditional music and dance, and creative writing assignments inspired by Hispanic literature. These activities aim to foster cultural awareness and appreciation, providing teachers with practical tools to integrate Hispanic Heritage Month into their curriculum effectively.
tag(s): art history (103), creative writing (126), cultures (279), hispanic (54)
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Students can use MyLens, reviewed here to create a timeline of events leading up to the Grape Strike and boycott. Introduce students to traditional Hispanic music genres like salsa, mariachi, or reggaeton. Follow with a discussion or simple dance session to explore how music reflects cultural identity. Read a poem or story by a Hispanic author (e.g., Gary Soto or Sandra Cisneros), then have students write a short piece inspired by the themes, style, or setting of the work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Latin Rhythms of Despacito - Teach Rock
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The Latin Rhythms of Despacito lesson plan from TeachRock introduces students to four Latin American music styles- Reggaeton, Musica Jibara, Cumbia, and Salsa- and examines their...more
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The Latin Rhythms of Despacito lesson plan from TeachRock introduces students to four Latin American music styles- Reggaeton, Musica Jibara, Cumbia, and Salsa- and examines their influence on Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee's hit song "Despacito." Through video content and musical analysis activities, students learn how producers Mauricio Rengifo and Andres Torres incorporated elements from these genres into the track. This lesson encourages students to identify and discuss the integration of these musical styles within "Despacito" and to explore the broader impact of Latin American music on popular culture.
tag(s): hispanic (54), music theory (47), rhythm (22)
In the Classroom
Play short clips of Reggaeton, Musica Jibara, Cumbia, and Salsa to introduce students to the rhythms discussed in the lesson. Ask students to identify the unique rhythm patterns in each style and discuss how these rhythms are used in modern music. Divide the class into small groups, each assigned to one of the four Latin genres (Reggaeton, Musica Jibara, Cumbia, Salsa). Have groups create a playlist of songs that exemplify the genre and explain why these songs fit within the musical style. Introduce students to the dance styles associated with each genre (e.g., salsa dancing and Reggaeton movement). Discuss how music and dance are culturally interconnected and how they reflect the communities from which they originated. Have students listen to "Despacito" and analyze the lyrics for their cultural references, themes, and storytelling techniques. Students could compare the lyrics of "Despacito" to another popular song, discussing similarities and differences in themes, cultural references, and music styles. Compare lyrics using a tool such as ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams, reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Games for Language - Games for Language
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Games for Languages is a free site that contains blogs, travel stories, and games. Blog topics include learning and retaining a language, knowing verses speaking, and dialect. Travel...more
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Games for Languages is a free site that contains blogs, travel stories, and games. Blog topics include learning and retaining a language, knowing verses speaking, and dialect. Travel stories allow you to learn and practice the language. You can learn French, German, Spanish, English, Italian, and Dutch in the game section. Games teach vocabulary, colors, verb tenses, and question words. You can hear the correct pronunciation with each game and practice it yourself. Before playing each game, there is a brief overview of what you will learn and how many minutes the game will take to complete. When playing the game, you have multiple opportunities to learn and practice the language.
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tag(s): game based learning (291), italian (29), multilingual (74)
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Students can play games featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they have learned. Students can use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a book of the same words in various languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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50 Languages - 50 Languages
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50 Languages offers games called Memo and Opposites, which allow you to learn a new language. Memo is a memory game in which you match two language cards from a ...more
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50 Languages offers games called Memo and Opposites, which allow you to learn a new language. Memo is a memory game in which you match two language cards from a variety of topics including: feelings, animals, music, food, finances, shopping, weather and more. Memo will pronounce the words for you. In Opposites, you find the opposite noun, verb, or adjective. Both games can be played with one or two players, and you can select from 50 different languages.
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Students can play the different games that are featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they have learned. Another idea is to have students use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a digital story of the same words in various languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Games to Learn Spanish - Games to Learn Spanish
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Games to Learn Spanish offers interactive games to reinforce Spanish language learning. Games include duck shoot, frog flies, four in a row, sow grow, rock fall, and more. Each game...more
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Games to Learn Spanish offers interactive games to reinforce Spanish language learning. Games include duck shoot, frog flies, four in a row, sow grow, rock fall, and more. Each game is explained in English before you play it.
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tag(s): game based learning (291), multilingual (74), spanish (108)
In the Classroom
Students can play the games featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they learned. Students can use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a book of the same words in a variety of languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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