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Free Children's Historical Books - Open Culture, LLC
Grades
2 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): alphabet (46), book lists (160), cultures (289), literature (211), OER (42)
In the Classroom
Invite students to create an illustrated mini-book on paper or digitally using Write Reader, reviewed here inspired by the structure and style of a historical text. Have students select a page from a historical book and rewrite it in contemporary language. They can update dialogue, replace unfamiliar vocabulary, and modernize the setting. Choose a short historical children's book and conduct a "Then vs. Now" picture walk. Students compare book covers, illustrations, and vocabulary with those of modern titles, noticing how styles and themes have changed.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Teach Kindness - Stand for Children Leadership Center
Grades
K to 12tag(s): classroom management (125), social and emotional learning (155)
In the Classroom
Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to showcase the kindness that they are displaying in school. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a book on ways to be kind. Students can become pen pals with schools that are already a part of the organization.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Open Cultures Free Movies Online - Open Culture, LLC
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): famous people (40), movies (52)
In the Classroom
Choose a classic film, such as The 39 Steps or Modern Times, and have students analyze its camera angles, lighting, dialogue, and symbolism. Discuss how early filmmakers conveyed emotion and story without advanced technology. Assign documentaries or period films that connect to Social Studies lessons. Students can create short presentations using Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here linking the film's events or issues to real-world history. Host a mini "World Film Week" where students view and discuss short films or animations from different countries in the Open Culture library, identifying how culture and setting influence storytelling.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Open Culture Free Online Courses - Open Culture, LLC
Grades
9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): art history (103), artificial intelligence (266), artists (98), business (50), civil war (143), coding (106), computers (114), cultures (289), engineering (136), environment (251), politics (124), psychology (61), religions (121), shakespeare (98), sociology (24), world war 1 (85), world war 2 (169)
In the Classroom
Choose short university lectures related to your current unit (e.g., history, literature, or psychology). Have students summarize key takeaways and connect them to class topics. Assign a relevant Open Culture lecture for homework, then use class time for guided discussion, problem-solving, or creative applications of the concept. Form small groups where students take different Open Culture courses and share summaries or key insights with the class, encouraging collaboration and exposure to diverse subjects.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Paraphrasing Tool - SEMrush
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (266), creative writing (126), descriptive writing (43), editing (87), expository writing (31), letter writing (19), paragraph writing (19), persuasive writing (52), process writing (35), writers workshop (31)
In the Classroom
Have students paste a sentence from their own draft into the tool and compare the original with the paraphrased versions. Students can highlight changes in word choice and sentence structure, then decide which version is strongest and explain why. After writing an informational paragraph, students can use the tool's simplify or improve mode to see how to make ideas clearer. Have students write short, choppy sentences, and review the paraphrased versions to study how sentences can be combined or smoothed.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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11 Google Doc Tips - Ivy Levine
Grades
3 to 12tag(s): Accessibility (11), blogs (72), collaboration (110), digital writing (2), text to speech (23)
In the Classroom
Have students co-author a shared Google Doc using comments and suggestions to brainstorm ideas, ask questions, and build a piece of writing together in real time. Encourage students to use voice typing, alt text, and formatting tools to make their work more accessible and to build awareness of inclusive design practices. Have students design their own writing or project templates in Google Docs that they can reuse for future assignments or share with classmates.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Latimer: AI for Everyone - FutureSum AI
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5 to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (266), bias (30), cultures (289), diversity (52), perspective (26)
In the Classroom
Use Latimer to generate multiple perspectives on a historical event or social issue, then have students discuss how background and lived experience can shape interpretation. Have students use Latimer.ai to generate research questions or organize notes, then locate and cite evidence from trusted sources to support their findings. Use Latimer as a case study to explore ethical AI use, representation in technology, and responsible decision-making, connecting directly to digital citizenship standards.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SMART Goals Worksheet - Lake Superior State University
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): thinking skills (91)
In the Classroom
Have students brainstorm personal, academic, or classroom goals (for example, reading more, improving writing, or being kinder on the playground). Then guide them through completing the SMART Goals Worksheet together to turn a simple idea into a clear, structured goal. Have students pair up to share their SMART goals and action plans. Partners can give friendly feedback by checking if the goals are specific, measurable, and realistic. Create a "Goal Wall" where students post their goals (or just the focus area, like "Reading" or "Organization"). Update the wall as students reach milestones to celebrate effort and growth.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Classroom Seating Planner Generator - Click School
Grades
K to 12tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Students can help design their seating arrangements in the classroom. Adjust seating based on observed needs such as attention, participation, or social dynamics. After a week, review whether the change helped and discuss strategies for productive learning spaces.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Classroom Seating Chart - Gynzy
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K to 12tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Use the seating chart to quickly rearrange students into different seating configurations such as pairs, pods, or rows. Try a new setup each day and have students reflect on how the arrangement affects focus and collaboration. Create seating charts based on instructional goals, such as pairing students for peer support, mixed-ability collaboration, or discussion partners during reading, math, or project work. Create and save multiple seating charts for different scenarios so that substitutes or co-teachers can manage the classroom smoothly without disrupting routines.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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8 Great Classroom Management Resources for Teachers - HMH
Grades
K to 12tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
In addition to the bell ringers link posted on the site, students can use Do Now Activity Generator, reviewed here. Students can map out their ideal classroom using Google Drawing, reviewed here. Finally, students can decide on which PBIS reward they would like by holding a classroom vote.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Ultimate List of PBIS Incentives - PBIS Rewards
Grades
K to 12tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), teaching strategies (66)
In the Classroom
Students can fill out a Google Form, reviewed here to decide as a class or school what they are working for. Students can see a visual of their progress by creating an incentive jar on either Google Drawing, reviewed here or Canva for Education, reviewed here. Finally, students can write thank-you letters if they receive any donations for their incentives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior - TeacherVision
Grades
K to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), teaching strategies (66)
In the Classroom
Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to list examples of adjectives that they can use to describe positive behavior in their classroom. Students can create magazine covers using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here to showcase examples of positive student behavior. Finally, students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a book of positive student behavior with visuals.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Positive Behavior Strategies: A Guide for Teachers - Understood
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K to 12tag(s): behavior (45), classroom management (125), teaching strategies (66)
In the Classroom
Students can begin to monitor their moods by posting their feelings on a Padlet, reviewed here feelings board. Students can use brain breaks featured on GoNoodle, reviewed here. Students can use Canva for Education, reviewed here to create posters for nonverbal cues.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Implement the 6 Blended Learning Models - Prodigy
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K to 12tag(s): blended learning (29), blogs (72), classroom management (125), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Students can participate in various blended learning models in the classroom. In the Flex Model, students can participate in a Kahoot!, reviewed here or create their own Blooket, reviewed here. Finally, students can use Lino, reviewed here to build an online collaborative board of material that they learned from any of the examples of blended learning shared in the blog post.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 12tag(s): classroom management (125), Teacher Utilities (205)
In the Classroom
Students can use Floop to learn how to give each other peer feedback. Arcade, 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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Harvest for Healthy Kids Farm to Preschool Curriculum - Mt Hood Community College Head Start
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K to 2In the Classroom
Print the included activity cards to use as a learning center. Create additional cards using Canva for Education, reviewed here or the trading card creator at Big Huge Labs, Canva for Education, reviewed here. Include locally grown fruits and vegetables in your area, and incorporate these activities into lessons on community and careers. Ask students to draw pictures of their favorite fruits and vegetables and make a class book using Write Reader, reviewed here. Write Reader offers many tools for use with young students, including the ability to add students' writing and also an educator's text field to transcribe it into "proper" spelling.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10+ Free EduProtocol Templates Plus Ideas for Using Them in the Classroom - Ditch That Textbook
Grades
K to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): critical thinking (168), professional development (302), thinking skills (91), visual thinking (11)
In the Classroom
Save this site to use as an introduction to EduProtocols or as a resource for templates and advice on using EduProtocols. Include eduprotocols as part of choice boards or playlists to engage students in hands-on, active learning activities. Use these ideas as a model to create EduProtocol slide templates for your classroom using Google Slides, reviewed here or Canva for Education, reviewed here. Learn more about EduProtocols by reading the book, EduProtocol Field Guide by Marlene Hebern and John Corippo.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free EduProtocol Slide Deck Templates - EdTech Emma
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K to 12tag(s): critical thinking (168), teaching strategies (66), thinking skills (91), visual thinking (11)
In the Classroom
Learn more about eduprotocols by reading the book, EduProtocols by Marlena Hebern and Joe Corippo. Use these templates as part of your classroom routines that promote active learning and higher-order thinking skills. Use the templates as a guide to creating other templates for eduprotocols using Google Slides, reviewed here. Adapt the slides to fit your content and student grade level. For example, use the 8 Parts of Speech Stories by breaking the content into two or three parts, such as nouns and verbs for younger students, or use the Gallery Walk slides in a math class to create a display of different approaches to a math problem.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Instructional Strategies Playlist - lead4ward
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K to 12tag(s): collaboration (110), playlists (8), teaching strategies (66)
In the Classroom
Add these playlists and strategies to your current teaching strategies to encourage students to extend thinking and practice cooperation and collaboration skills. Begin by choosing a current classroom activity that you want to move from passive to active learning, and select an activity on the playlist that supports your learning objectives. Take the time to model the activity and consider classroom management needs such as time allocation and physical space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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