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Sharing Hanukkah at School - PJ Library
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Imagine walking into a classroom ready to share the joy of Hanukkah. That is exactly the vibe the article from PJ Library evokes. It guides classroom visitors and teachers through ...more
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Imagine walking into a classroom ready to share the joy of Hanukkah. That is exactly the vibe the article from PJ Library evokes. It guides classroom visitors and teachers through the holiday's story, symbols, and traditions in a simple and inviting way. You will find ready-to-use suggestions to engage preschool, kindergarten, and elementary students, including book lists, games, crafts, and discussion prompts. The article also offers tips on framing ideas such as bravery, freedom, and light in ways that feel meaningful and engaging for younger learners.
tag(s): crafts (89), game based learning (218), hanukkah (22), holidays (229), religions (122), symbols (17)
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Read a short Hanukkah picture book recommended in the article, then have students turn and talk about one tradition or character trait they noticed, helping build background knowledge in a fun and social way. Assign small groups a Hanukkah symbol, such as the menorah, dreidel, or olive oil. Students can research its meaning and present a quick "show and teach" demonstration using visuals or props. After discussing the theme of light as a symbol of hope, students can write a paragraph or poem about something that brings light to their own lives and illustrate it to create a class display that connects personal reflection to the holiday.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Free Hanukkah Activities - Teachers Pay Teachers
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Discover a diverse selection of free Hanukkah activities created by classroom teachers, ranging from no-prep writing prompts and reading comprehension sheets to coloring pages and craft...more
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Discover a diverse selection of free Hanukkah activities created by classroom teachers, ranging from no-prep writing prompts and reading comprehension sheets to coloring pages and craft templates. Many of the resources offer both digital and print options, making them flexible for use in both in-class and remote learning settings. The materials span a variety of grade levels with options for both primary and upper elementary students, and support subjects such as ELA, math, art, and social studies. It is a handy place to find holiday-themed resources that you can grab and implement quickly without incurring extra costs.
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Use a free vocabulary card set from TPT and have students rotate around the room answering quick questions at each station to build background knowledge about the holiday. Choose a free Hanukkah reading comprehension passage and have students highlight key details, then write a short paragraph summarizing the tradition or event described. Using free printable craft templates such as dreidels or menorahs, students can design and annotate pieces that teach others about Hanukkah symbols and their meanings, turning the room into an educational holiday gallery.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline Templates - Genially
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4 to 12
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to...more
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to add text, images, icons, and interactive elements to highlight key events or concepts in subjects like history, literature, or science. With a variety of styles--such as vertical, horizontal, or circular layouts--teachers can easily tailor timelines to fit their lesson goals and student needs.
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tag(s): digital storytelling (150), infographics (60), multimedia (55), timelines (57)
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Students can retell events from a novel or a historical figure's life using a timeline with images and clickable text, making reading comprehension more interactive and visual. Have students create timelines that connect historical events with scientific discoveries or literary works from the same era. Assign specific events to different students or groups to add to a shared timeline, promoting teamwork and reinforcing sequencing skills. Students can build a yearlong timeline of their learning journey, showcasing key projects, reflections, and academic milestones to share during student-led conferences.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Trust You - Laguna Beach USD Innovators
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K to 12
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit...more
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AI Trust You is an add-on for Google Docs that helps teachers and students navigate AI use by creating a shared script and promoting integrity. Before installing this add-on, visit AI Trust You's information page located here to learn more about the features and how to use this tool. Using the add-on, teachers select from four AI categories to specify how students can use AI during the assignment. The categories are content creation, content understanding, research assistance, and audio-visual generation. Students then select the name of their AI tool, the techniques used, and the percentage of AI-assisted work, and the AI Trust You add-on generates a citation to document the use of AI.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), digital citizenship (86)
In the Classroom
As you try to navigate using AI in your classroom, this site provides some helpful guidelines and ideas, even if you don't use the add-on. If you use Google products, use the add-on to guide students on how to use AI ethically and with documentation. When not using the add-on, incorporate the guidelines for categories to use AI to help students understand the appropriate use of AI. Supplement information available from AI Trust You with ideas for incorporating AI in the classroom using information from the AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit, reviewed here. The toolkit includes information for educators on using AI in the classroom and suggestions for when and when not to allow students to use AI in assignments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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FlipHTML5 - FlipHTML5
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K to 12
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly...more
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Create flipbooks from your documents or artificial intelligence, or start from scratch with FlipHTML5. Free plans offer five daily uploads, six pre-designed layouts, and mobile-friendly options. Choose from several language options to include in the book's contents. Choose from several AI generators for creating storybooks, magazines, flashcards, and more. Utilizing the AI generator to create a book requires several minutes, so it's important to plan for this option ahead of time.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), digital storytelling (150)
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Upload PDF versions of students' writing to create a digital classbook. Use one of the many tools available from TinyWow reviewed here to convert images and documents into PDF files to use with FlipHTML5. Make a flipbook of a presentation as an engaging alternative to a web page or PowerPoint. Share classroom information such as rules and expectations in an easy-to-read format. Use this resource as a great way to bring digital storytelling upfront in your classroom. Make photosynthesis a story instead of bits of equations and information. Portray a historical period or create books of different political or societal opinions. Create a flipbook with the viewpoints and personalities of characters in a story. Practice a different language by creating a themed flipbook. Lower grades can combine writing into a class flipbook to be shared online or read aloud. Any written assignment can easily be re-visioned as a flipbook! Make your literary magazine a flipbook or build new poetry collections during poetry month. Share all your flipbooks on individual laptops, the interactive whiteboard, or the projector. Create simple flipbooks of Dolch words for beginning readers.Edge Features:
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9 Ready-to-use Halloween Lesson Plans for in the Classroom - Lucie Renard
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K to 12
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Book Widget's 9 Ready-to-use Halloween lesson plans for the classroom feature easy activities to do with students in all grades. The featured lessons include: Bingo, Crossword Puzzle,...more
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Book Widget's 9 Ready-to-use Halloween lesson plans for the classroom feature easy activities to do with students in all grades. The featured lessons include: Bingo, Crossword Puzzle, Drawing and Reading, Hangman, Theatre, Story Writing, Haunted House, Dia de los Muertos, and Webquest. Just click on which lesson you want and let the fun begin.
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tag(s): fall festival (14), halloween (46)
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Students can use Lino, reviewed here to post which was their favorite activity. Students can access the lesson on the site using a Symbaloo, reviewed here collection of Halloween activities. Finally, students can create their own digital escape room by using and editing the Halloween Escape, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AudioPen - Nicheless Inc.
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AudioPen helps to turn your spoken thoughts into organized ideas. The concept behind AudioPen is simple: turn on the microphone and start talking without organizing your thoughts or...more
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AudioPen helps to turn your spoken thoughts into organized ideas. The concept behind AudioPen is simple: turn on the microphone and start talking without organizing your thoughts or worrying about coherence. After completing a recording, AudioPen processes it and produces a text note with information organized into paragraphs, along with a transcript of your recording. Visit the settings option before starting a recording and adjust the input and output language settings if desired. When finished, copy the text to your clipboard to add to an email or document, or download the audio file to your device. Free accounts offer up to three minutes of recording time per project, with no limit on the number of recordings you can create. Registration isn't required; however, creating an account allows users to save and access a history of recordings.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), DAT device agnostic tool (125), multilingual (74), noregistration (81), text to speech (18)
In the Classroom
Use AudioPen in several different classroom situations. Share this tool with students to use as an assistant with writing projects. Have students create recordings of what they want to include in their project without having to write or take notes, then use the text to organize their project. AudioPen is also a helpful tool for multilingual students. Adjust the settings to record their thoughts in their native language, then produce an organized set of ideas in English without transcribing from one language to another. Use AudioPen to assist with professional tasks such as organizing teaching units, writing grant proposals, or planning ideas to include with newsletters.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Halloween Activities for Your Classroom - Nearpod
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The Nearpod blog post "Halloween classroom activities for engaging students in learning" shares creative, interactive ways to weave Halloween themes into lessons. It highlights tools...more
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The Nearpod blog post "Halloween classroom activities for engaging students in learning" shares creative, interactive ways to weave Halloween themes into lessons. It highlights tools like Time to Climb (a gamified quiz with a seasonal twist), slide-based lessons on Halloween traditions, and ELA activities, including reading prompts and descriptive writing. Teachers can use these ready-made resources or customize them using Nearpod's interactive features--turning standard lessons into spooky, student-centered experiences that balance engagement with curriculum goals.
tag(s): fall festival (14), game based learning (218), halloween (46)
In the Classroom
Assign the interactive Nearpod slide deck on Halloween's origins and traditions, followed by a Think-Pair-Share discussion comparing holiday customs around the world. Use Nearpod's Collaborate Board for students to brainstorm eerie settings, character traits, and plot twists before writing their own short Halloween stories. Launch a Nearpod "Time to Climb" quiz with Halloween trivia or themed academic questions to energize students at the start of class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Halloween Activities and Lesson Plans - AFT's Share My Lesson
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Discover nearly 100 free resources spanning PreK through 12th grade, designed to help teachers infuse seasonal fun into the curriculum. You'll find everything from STEM experiments...more
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Discover nearly 100 free resources spanning PreK through 12th grade, designed to help teachers infuse seasonal fun into the curriculum. You'll find everything from STEM experiments such as "Oozing Pumpkin" and math challenges to reading prompts, art projects, and cross-curricular lessons. These flexible materials support a wide range of subjects, allowing educators to celebrate October in a way that keeps learning front and center.
In the Classroom
Have students predict, measure, and record data on a pumpkin's weight, circumference, and number of seeds. Use the "Oozing Pumpkin" activity for an exciting, hands-on lesson on chemical reactions. Use creative writing prompts from this collection to inspire students to craft short Halloween-themed stories that incorporate literary devices such as simile and personification. Provide recycled materials for students to design and build their own "monster" creations, and then have them write descriptive paragraphs or backstories for their inventions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Interactive Lessons with Canva's AI Magic Tools - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from May 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from May 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), creating media (15), OK2Askarchive (71), professional development (273)
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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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STORM - Stanford Open Virtual Assistant Lab
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8 to 12
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STORM assists users in creating wiki-style articles for academic and research purposes, while an additional component, CO-STORM, offers similar features for round-table conversations....more
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STORM assists users in creating wiki-style articles for academic and research purposes, while an additional component, CO-STORM, offers similar features for round-table conversations. After entering a topic, STORM undergoes a brainstorming process to identify articles and information representing diverse viewpoints to include in the article or conversation. Select the link to the topic background discussions to observe the process of creating a conversation or article. Each article contains links to resources utilized to provide information. Visit the Discover section in STORM to find many examples of discussions and articles, or use the search feature to look for specific content. Share or download your results using the PDF link at the bottom of your screen.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), professional development (273), Research (79), summarizing (24)
In the Classroom
STORM can be used as a research assistant and resource tool to create articles to share and use with students. Ask STORM about upcoming topics in your classroom and include specific information that might not be readily available using textbooks and online searches. For example, when studying climate change, inquire about climate change in your particular region or state to provide more relatable information to your students. STORM creates a table of contents for each article and uses these subtopics as starting points for research projects that present different viewpoints and information about your topic. Explore the BrainSTORMing process of an article with students to discuss and understand how to approach information from various perspectives. Extend learning by asking students to research content from different viewpoints using Project Zero's Thinking Routines Toolbox, reviewed here, specifically those in the Considering Controversies, Dilemmas, and Perspectives category. When complete, use Padlet, reviewed here to share student research by creating columns for each perspective or viewpoint.
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MusicFX - Google Labs
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K to 12
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Create music from text descriptions using MusicFX from Google Labs. Try using the "I'm feeling lucky" prompt to see how MusicFX works. Create prompts to generate personalized music...more
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Create music from text descriptions using MusicFX from Google Labs. Try using the "I'm feeling lucky" prompt to see how MusicFX works. Create prompts to generate personalized music utilizing your choice of style and mood to make short music clips. Use the settings link to select the track length from thirty, fifty, or seventy seconds. Download music clips to your device or share them using the link provided.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), songs (48)
In the Classroom
Share music clips with students and ask them to describe the tone and emotions of the music. Create music to use as background for presentations, such as digital books made with Book Creator reviewed here or presentations made with Google Slides reviewed here. Use MusicFX to create relaxing music, then turn on looping to play as background during classroom work times. If your students create podcasts, design prompts to use as introductions and endings for their recordings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ImageFX - Google Labs
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ImageFX is Google Labs' free AI image generation tool. It allows users to create high-quality images from text prompts. Start with a prompt describing the image to make, then use ...more
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ImageFX is Google Labs' free AI image generation tool. It allows users to create high-quality images from text prompts. Start with a prompt describing the image to make, then use optional features, including style and aspect ratio. When ready, click 'create' to view four images. Revise as needed. When ready, bookmark, download, copy, or share the link to any or all of the images.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), creativity (79), editing (85), graphic design (50), images (254)
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Use ImageFX to generate images to accompany students' creative writing projects or as inspiration for a creative writing assignment. Enhance learning by using AI-generated images as prompts for language learners to practice vocabulary, grammar, and oral or written descriptions. Create images to add to presentations, slides, or websites. Challenge students to describe famous artworks and use AI to recreate them, comparing the results and discussing descriptive language and interpretation. Visit The National Gallery of Art reviewed here to search for artists and works of art to try to duplicate using ImageFX.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Perplexity Pages - Perplexity
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Transform research or information into shareable pages using Perplexity Pages. Add a topic, choose your audience, and provide a prompt to generate a fully customizable page with text...more
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Transform research or information into shareable pages using Perplexity Pages. Add a topic, choose your audience, and provide a prompt to generate a fully customizable page with text and images. You can find Pages by visiting the Perplexity chatbot, reviewed here. Select the plus sign, then click to open the library to find Pages. Once in Pages, fill in the section to describe your Page, choose your audience, and click the arrow to generate your Page. After generating the information, use links to add sections and media, or edit the content. Publish your Page and share it using the link provided. Viewers of Pages can ask questions using the chat feature.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (217), communication (113), digital storytelling (150), multimedia (55), presentations (22), Research (79)
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Use Perplexity Pages in many different ways to support student learning. For example, create Pages to introduce content to students as you begin a new learning unit. Include Pages as part of choice boards or multimedia text sets (MMTS), view the archive video of OK2Ask: MIE Day - Quick & Engaging Explorations with Multimedia Text Sets,reviewed here to learn more about using MMTS in the classroom. Use Perplexity Pages to share examples of creating informative and engaging research presentations. Extend learning by asking students to use Sway, reviewed here that include similar features, including images and videos.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Project Based Learning Project ideas - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 12
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Explore this collection, which offers over 30 creative ideas to help teachers integrate project-based learning into their classrooms. Featured projects include 50 Years of Interest,...more
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Explore this collection, which offers over 30 creative ideas to help teachers integrate project-based learning into their classrooms. Featured projects include 50 Years of Interest, Cardboard Arcade, Cross-Cultural Connections, Kinder Kindness, Police Pals, and Special Friends, among others. Project cards are available for free download, with some options also available for purchase.
tag(s): Project Based Learning (26)
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Students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to create a cause and effect diagram while researching for the "Save the Turtles" PBL card. Students can use Acast reviewed here to make a public service announcement of the importance of composting while using the PBL card titled "Why Does My Teacher Have Worms?"Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates) - HubSpot
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HubSpot offers 15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates). To access the templates, you must fill in the required information, including first and...more
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HubSpot offers 15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates). To access the templates, you must fill in the required information, including first and last name, e-mail address, phone number, and number of employees. The templates featured are facts about trees, flowcharts, timelines, data geeks, image-heavy infographics, alternative fonts, and more.
tag(s): infographics (60)
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Students can use the infographics provided by HubSpot. Students can create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here. Students can record themselves sharing their infographics using Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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We Will Write - We Will Write AS
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We Will Write offers a free basic plan designed to help students improve their writing through daily practice and personalized feedback. With the basic plan, teachers can access a limited...more
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We Will Write offers a free basic plan designed to help students improve their writing through daily practice and personalized feedback. With the basic plan, teachers can access a limited selection of prompts and track student progress, making it a useful tool for encouraging consistent writing habits in the classroom. The site also offers paid plans that unlock additional features, including a wider variety of prompts, enhanced feedback tools, and more in-depth analytics to support differentiated instruction.
tag(s): creative writing (126), descriptive writing (41), paragraph writing (17), writers workshop (32)
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Assign students a genre (ex., mystery, sci-fi, historical fiction) from the platform and challenge them to write a short story or scene using that style. Start each day or class with a 5-minute writing prompt from We Will Write. Occasionally, include a "mystery word" that they must use creatively. Have students submit their writing through We Will Write, then pair them to give structured peer feedback using the platform's rubrics or teacher-created checklists. Assign prompts that ask students to mimic the style of a famous author, such as Dr. Seuss for rhyme or Gary Paulsen for nature imagery.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Bluesky - Bluesky
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K to 12
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Bluesky is a social media platform similar to X (formerly Twitter). Members post and share content, videos, and images to engage with followers. To engage with others on the platform,...more
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Bluesky is a social media platform similar to X (formerly Twitter). Members post and share content, videos, and images to engage with followers. To engage with others on the platform, members include hashtags like #EduSky and tag others with the @ symbol. Other features include the ability to create personalized feeds and starter packs that help new members find others to follow on the platform.
tag(s): communication (113), microblogging (14), professional development (273), social media (51)
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Include Bluesky with your other resources as part of your Professional Learning Network. For example, follow other Bluesky members who teach the same content or grade level as you to find lesson ideas and ideas for tech integration. Take advantage of starter packs to find members to follow with similar interests. Share your Bluesky handle with parents and share weekly updates about your classroom and upcoming events. Bluesky also serves as a helpful teaching tool. Studying space? Follow NASA. Studying politics and government? Follow your congressional representative or the White House. Consider using your teacher or class account to send updates, interact with others across the country or the globe, and participate in collaborative projects.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Valuing our Veterans - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 8
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Van Andel Institute for Education offers free Veterans Day lessons that encourage understanding, gratitude, and respect for those who served. Activities include meeting defenders and...more
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Van Andel Institute for Education offers free Veterans Day lessons that encourage understanding, gratitude, and respect for those who served. Activities include meeting defenders and veterans from throughout the ages, a tour of America's wars, and expressing gratitude to a veteran. Lessons are grouped into kindergarten to grade 2, grades 3 - 5, and grades 6-8. All games are linked to Google Slides that include a teacher overview, the required time, skills, and reflection.
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Students can use Podcast Generator reviewed here to create a thank you podcast for veterans. Students can use Seesaw reviewed here to answer the reflection questions. In addition, students can pick a war and create a timeline of important events using Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using Infographics as an Assessment Strategy - Penn State
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5 to 12
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Read about how infographics can be a powerful tool for student assessment. Creating infographics encourages students to think critically, use their creativity, retain information for...more
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Read about how infographics can be a powerful tool for student assessment. Creating infographics encourages students to think critically, use their creativity, retain information for longer periods, and enhance their communication skills. The "See it in Practice" section provides real-world examples of how designing infographics helps students identify, analyze, and synthesize misinformation, as well as organize and share their learning in an engaging way.
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Students can create their infographics using Canva Infographic Creator reviewed here while using Kidrex reviewed here to search for information. Students can post questions or comments on the infographic using Padlet reviewed here. Finally, students use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes for the material that will be posted in the infographic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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