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Microsoft Designer - Microsoft
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3 to 12
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Microsoft Designer's Image Creator lets teachers and students generate custom visuals simply by typing a description of what they want to see. Using AI, it turns text prompts into high-quality...more
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Microsoft Designer's Image Creator lets teachers and students generate custom visuals simply by typing a description of what they want to see. Using AI, it turns text prompts into high-quality images for classroom posters, project graphics, story illustrations, social media visuals, and more, all without advanced design skills. Just describe your idea in words, select Generate, and the tool produces original images you can download and incorporate into lessons or student work. It's a quick way to create engaging, personalized visuals right in your web browser.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), graphic design (51), images (268), infographics (71), Microsoft (56)
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Have students generate an image based on a scene, setting, or character from a story they are reading or writing. Students can then explain how the image matches details from the text, strengthening comprehension and visualization skills. Students can create images to represent vocabulary words, figurative language, or academic concepts. Use Image Creator as a springboard for discussions about ethical AI use, originality, bias, and responsible sharing. Have students reflect on how AI-generated images differ from human-created artwork and when each is appropriate.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Digital Icebreakers - AVID
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3 to 12
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This AVID Open Access article shares 13 engaging digital icebreaker strategies that help students build relationships, develop a sense of belonging, and become more comfortable participating...more
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This AVID Open Access article shares 13 engaging digital icebreaker strategies that help students build relationships, develop a sense of belonging, and become more comfortable participating in class from the very beginning of the school year. Rather than focusing on one specific tool, the resource introduces a variety of technology-rich activities using platforms such as discussion boards, Padlet, Canva, Book Creator, Quizlet Live, Flippity, and ReadWriteThink. Each idea encourages communication, creativity, collaboration, and reflection while giving teachers practical ways to foster classroom community in both face-to-face and blended learning environments. Because the activities are flexible and adaptable, teachers can easily modify them for different grade levels and content areas throughout the year--not just during the first week of school.
tag(s): classroom management (136), collaboration (116), firstday (25)
In the Classroom
Invite students to create a short digital book using Book Creator, reviewed here that introduces themselves through text, images, audio recordings, or short videos. Compile the books into a virtual classroom library that students can revisit throughout the year. Have students use a digital collaboration tool such as Padlet, reviewed here or Canva, reviewed here to share photos, drawings, favorite books, hobbies, and goals. Students can explore classmates' posts and leave encouraging comments to begin building classroom relationships. Build a classroom scavenger hunt using QR codes, interactive slides, or clues that introduce important classroom locations, procedures, technology expectations, and available resources while encouraging teamwork and problem-solving.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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5 Ways to Use Padlet as an Icebreaker - Brent Warner/TESOL
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4 to 12
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Discover new ideas for using Padlet, reviewed here as a getting-to-know-you icebreaker. The five ideas use some of Padlet's built-in features, such...more
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Discover new ideas for using Padlet, reviewed here as a getting-to-know-you icebreaker. The five ideas use some of Padlet's built-in features, such as maps and timelines, to create informative virtual bulletin boards that share information about students. Each idea includes directions for using Padlet for the icebreaker, as well as suggestions for modifying or enhancing the activity.
tag(s): back to school (53), firstday (25)
In the Classroom
Include these suggestions as part of your back-to-school activities to support building your classroom community, along with teaching students how to use Padlet. Extend learning by using students' responses as a springboard to a more intensive project. For example, by having students create a full timeline using MyLens, reviewed here, where they map out key historical events linked to regions where they have lived or their cultural background.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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15 Icebreaker Games for Kids: Build Connection on the First Day and Beyond - Brisk Teaching
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This article shares fifteen fun ice-breaker activities for students of all ages. Each activity includes simple directions and requires little or no preparation or extra resources. Many...more
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This article shares fifteen fun ice-breaker activities for students of all ages. Each activity includes simple directions and requires little or no preparation or extra resources. Many of the activities are already familiar to students, such as charades and show-and-tell, making them easy to include from the very first minute in the classroom. Helpful tips offer solid advice on making activities inclusive and fun without the weight of grading or assessments.
tag(s): back to school (53), collaboration (116), firstday (25), social and emotional learning (196)
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Use Brisk's, reviewed here, Create Anything tool to create prompts and questions as needed for any of the activities and customize them for your students. Keep these activities available to use throughout the school year when you add new students to your classroom or need a community-boosting activity.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Alabama History Hub - Alabama Department of Archives & History
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K to 12
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The Alabama History Hub, hosted by the Alabama Department of Archives and History, is a free online resource that provides educators and students with access to primary sources, artifacts,...more
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The Alabama History Hub, hosted by the Alabama Department of Archives and History, is a free online resource that provides educators and students with access to primary sources, artifacts, lesson plans, activities, games, and worksheets on Alabama history. Resources can be searched by grade level, topic, time period, and resource type, making it easy to locate materials that support specific curriculum goals. Designed for PreK-12 classrooms, the site helps teachers integrate primary-source analysis and inquiry-based learning into social studies, history, civics, and cross-curricular lessons. In addition to classroom resources, the Alabama Department of Archives and History offers educators access to traveling resource kits, virtual learning opportunities, museum field trips, and professional development programs that support the teaching of Alabama history and civics.
tag(s): 1700s (39), 1800s (86), 1900s (85), 2000s (2), 20th century (169), civil rights (220), civil war (136), primary sources (133), professional development (319), states (129)
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Students can work in small groups to compare different primary sources (letters, photos, or documents) from the site, discuss how each source provides a unique perspective, and then present their findings using a graphic organizer or sketchnote using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Students can use the Hub's lesson plans and activities to conduct a guided inquiry project where they develop a question about Alabama history, gather evidence from sources, and present a claim supported by reasoning. Students can explore the Alabama History Hub by selecting a time period (such as the Civil War or the Civil Rights era) and analyzing primary sources to create a short "history news report" summarizing key events and perspectives from that era. They can record using a digital tool such as Kapwing, reviewed here.
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GMind AI - GMind AI
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GMind AI is an AI-powered visual thinking tool that helps users organize information, brainstorm ideas, and create mind maps from text, documents, web content, videos, and prompts....more
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GMind AI is an AI-powered visual thinking tool that helps users organize information, brainstorm ideas, and create mind maps from text, documents, web content, videos, and prompts. Teachers can use the platform to help students summarize readings, plan writing projects, explore connections between concepts, and visualize learning across content areas. The AI-generated mind maps can be expanded, edited, and customized, making them useful for note-taking, research, project planning, and differentiated instruction. By transforming information into visual formats, GMind AI supports organization, critical thinking, and deeper understanding, while helping students engage with content more interactively.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97), mind map (33)
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After reading a story, article, or chapter, have students use GMind AI to create a visual map showing key ideas, characters, themes, vocabulary, and supporting details. Students can compare maps with classmates and discuss how different concepts connect throughout the text. Students can use GMind AI to organize research topics, questions, sources, and evidence before beginning a report or presentation. The visual format helps students break large projects into manageable steps while strengthening organization and planning skills. Have small groups use GMind AI to build comprehensive study guides before a quiz or test. Students can map important concepts, summarize their learning, identify key details, and create review questions to share with the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Differentiate Instruction with AI - Khan Academy
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What if differentiating instruction for every learner could take minutes instead of hours? This practical article from Khan Academy explores how teachers can use Khanmigo, Khan Academy's...more
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What if differentiating instruction for every learner could take minutes instead of hours? This practical article from Khan Academy explores how teachers can use Khanmigo, Khan Academy's AI-powered teaching assistant, to personalize learning and better meet the needs of diverse students. The article highlights strategies for adapting reading levels, creating scaffolded supports, generating enrichment activities, providing targeted interventions, and developing multiple pathways for students to demonstrate understanding. Through classroom examples and actionable suggestions, the article shows how AI can help teachers spend less time creating differentiated materials and more time focusing on meaningful instruction and student engagement. Rather than replacing teacher expertise, Khanmigo is presented as a tool that supports educators in making learning more accessible, personalized, and effective for all students.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), blogs (78), differentiation (97)
In the Classroom
Use Khanmigo, reviewed here to generate questions, explanations, or practice activities at different levels for a classroom learning station. Students can rotate through stations that match their readiness levels, allowing all learners to engage with the same concepts while receiving appropriate support. Ask Khanmigo to generate a menu of enrichment activities related to a unit of study. Students can select a project that interests them, such as creating a presentation, conducting research, writing from a different perspective, or designing a real-world application of the content. Use Khanmigo to create targeted questions, discussion prompts, and practice tasks for different instructional groups. While the teacher works with one group, other students can engage in personalized activities that reinforce or extend learning objectives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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3 Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation - Kristen Moore
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Imagine having a teaching assistant available 24/7 to help generate lesson ideas, adapt materials, and meet the needs of every learner in your classroom. This practical article, "92+...more
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Imagine having a teaching assistant available 24/7 to help generate lesson ideas, adapt materials, and meet the needs of every learner in your classroom. This practical article, "92+ Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation," explores more than 90 ways artificial intelligence can support lesson planning and differentiation, helping teachers save time while creating engaging, personalized learning experiences. The article shares specific examples of how AI can assist with generating lesson plans, adjusting reading levels, creating tiered assignments, developing enrichment activities, scaffolding instruction for diverse learners, and producing classroom resources on demand. Rather than replacing teacher expertise, "92+ Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation" emphasizes using AI as a tool to enhance planning efficiency and provide targeted support that helps all students access grade-level content and succeed.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97), podcasts (165)
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Use AI-generated prompts to create independent research, creative writing, or problem-solving projects connected to classroom topics. Students can explore areas of personal interest while applying what they have learned, extending understanding beyond the core lesson. After a lesson, have students use AI to help create review materials such as summaries, vocabulary lists, practice questions, and flashcards. Students can evaluate and improve the AI-generated content, strengthening both content knowledge and critical thinking skills. Use AI to create three versions of a task -- support, on-level, and enrichment. Have students work on activities that provide the right level of challenge, then share their learning with peers. This approach helps all learners access grade-level content while extending understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using AI to Differentiate Lessons for ELLs: Live Demo & Expert Tips - AFT Share My Lesson
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3 to 12
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What if you could create personalized supports for every English Language Learner in your classroom without spending hours rewriting lessons? This practical and engaging video explores...more
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What if you could create personalized supports for every English Language Learner in your classroom without spending hours rewriting lessons? This practical and engaging video explores how artificial intelligence can help teachers differentiate instruction for ELL students more efficiently. Through real-world examples and demonstrations, educators learn how to use AI tools to adapt reading passages, simplify complex texts, generate vocabulary supports, create scaffolded activities, and provide language accommodations while maintaining grade-level expectations. The presenters emphasize that AI should enhance, not replace, teachers' expertise, helping educators save valuable planning time while making learning more accessible and engaging for multilingual learners. The strategies shared can be applied immediately to support language development, comprehension, and academic success across content areas. This video is hosted on YouTube. Schools and districts that restrict access to YouTube may need alternative access options or require content to be previewed before classroom use.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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Have students read the same content at different AI-generated reading levels. After reading, mixed-ability groups can discuss the main ideas and compare how the information was presented. This discussion helps all learners access grade-level concepts while building confidence and comprehension. Have students use AI-generated study guides that include simplified explanations, summaries, and comprehension questions. Students can review the material independently, then collaborate with classmates to deepen their understanding of the topic. Provide AI-generated writing supports such as sentence starters, paragraph frames, and model responses. Students can use these scaffolds to complete essays, reflections, or content-area writing assignments, gradually removing supports as their skills grow.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI for Differentiation in the Classroom: A Guide - Structural Learning
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Every classroom includes students with different readiness levels, interests, and learning needs, making differentiation both essential and time-consuming. This article from Structural...more
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Every classroom includes students with different readiness levels, interests, and learning needs, making differentiation both essential and time-consuming. This article from Structural Learning explores how artificial intelligence can help teachers streamline the differentiation process by generating tiered resources, scaffolds, adaptive questions, and personalized learning supports more efficiently. The article emphasizes that AI does not replace teacher expertise; instead, it serves as a tool that allows educators to spend less time creating multiple versions of materials and more time making instructional decisions that support student growth. Practical examples and research-based strategies demonstrate how AI can help teachers provide more accessible, responsive, and inclusive learning experiences while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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After a lesson or reading assignment, have students work with the teacher to generate study guides that include vocabulary support, comprehension questions, summaries, and extension challenges. Students can choose the supports they need and reflect on which tools helped them learn most effectively. Set up learning stations that explore the same topic through different levels of support and challenge. One station may include guided questions and graphic organizers, another may focus on independent analysis, and a third may require students to apply concepts to a new situation or create an original product. Have students select a topic related to the current unit and develop a project that aligns with their learning needs and interests. AI-generated planning guides, research questions, and organizational tools help students work at an appropriate level while allowing for creativity and deeper exploration of the content. Learn more about how to use AI to differentiate instruction by watching the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Differentiation, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Create Differentiated Multi-Level Lesson Plans with AI - GMind AI
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Differentiation is one of the most effective ways to meet the needs of diverse learners, but creating multiple versions of lessons can quickly become overwhelming. This video introduces...more
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Differentiation is one of the most effective ways to meet the needs of diverse learners, but creating multiple versions of lessons can quickly become overwhelming. This video introduces the GMind AI Multi-Level Lesson Planner, a tool designed to help teachers generate differentiated instructional materials in minutes, not hours. The presenter demonstrates how educators can enter lesson objectives, grade levels, and standards, then use AI to create multiple versions of activities, questions, and learning supports tailored to different student readiness levels. Teachers will see practical ways to personalize instruction, provide appropriate scaffolds, and maintain rigorous learning expectations while significantly reducing planning time. This resource is especially valuable for educators looking to make differentiation more manageable and accessible in today's diverse class. This video is hosted on YouTube; schools that restrict YouTube access may need an alternative method for viewing the content.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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After watching the video, have students work with a teacher-created lesson or reading passage and identify how it could be adapted for different learners. Small groups can create modifications for struggling readers, on-level learners, and advanced students, then compare their ideas with AI-generated suggestions. Have students act as teachers and use a planning template to create a mini-lesson for a younger grade. They must include at least three versions of an activity: one with extra support, one at grade level, and one enrichment option for advanced learners. Have students explore a content topic using a differentiated choice board that offers activities at varying levels of complexity. Using Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here, options may include creating an infographic, recording a podcast, designing a slideshow, writing a persuasive argument, or developing a teaching video. Students can select tasks that match their interests and learning preferences while demonstrating mastery of the content. Learn more about how to use AI to differentiate instruction by watching the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Differentiation, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Tools for Differentiation - TeachersFirst
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Differentiation is one of the most powerful -- and time-consuming -- parts of teaching. Every classroom includes a wide range of readers, learners, and language levels, and meeting...more
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Differentiation is one of the most powerful -- and time-consuming -- parts of teaching. Every classroom includes a wide range of readers, learners, and language levels, and meeting each student where they are often means rewriting the same lesson multiple times before it ever reaches their desk. AI is changing that equation. Today's tools can quickly level texts, generate tiered assignments, adapt directions, and add scaffolded supports, allowing teachers to create differentiated materials in minutes instead of hours. The impact on students is immediate: when content aligns with their reading level and learning needs, they can access grade-level concepts, build confidence, and stay engaged. What once took hours of after-school prep can now happen in just a few clicks, making differentiation not just an ideal, but an everyday reality. This collection is designed to help you do just that, with practical, ready-to-use strategies for differentiating content, pacing, and support for every learner.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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Use these free resources to quickly differentiate for all of your students' needs. Each resource includes classroom use ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Google A to Z: Tools, Extensions, Programs & Courses - Monica Isabel Martinez
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This Google document is a curated A-Z collection of Google tools, extensions, programs, and professional learning resources designed to support teaching and learning. It highlights...more
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This Google document is a curated A-Z collection of Google tools, extensions, programs, and professional learning resources designed to support teaching and learning. It highlights Google Workspace for Education as a free foundation for collaboration and communication, along with additional classroom-ready Google tools and Chrome extensions that enhance browser functionality. The document also directs educators to Google Educator Programs and Courses for professional growth and provides links to stay connected with Google for Education resources. Overall, it serves as a practical reference for teachers looking to integrate Google tools into instruction and streamline digital workflows.
tag(s): collaboration (116), communication (122), organizational skills (90), professional development (319), Teacher Utilities (216)
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Have students work together in Google Docs or Slides to co-author stories, research reports, or presentations, using comments and suggestions to give peer feedback and revise their work. Pair Google Search tools and Chrome extensions with structured research tasks to help students learn to find reliable sources, organize notes, and cite information correctly. Offer optional challenges using advanced tools or extensions, such as building tutorials, designing templates for classmates, or completing Google Educator mini-courses to deepen technology skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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16 Habits of the Mind: Communicating with Clarity and Precision - WonderGrove Kids
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This short YouTube video introduces one of the Habits of the Mind, "Communicating with Clarity and Precision." It explains how effective thinkers and learners strive to express their...more
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This short YouTube video introduces one of the Habits of the Mind, "Communicating with Clarity and Precision." It explains how effective thinkers and learners strive to express their ideas clearly, use accurate language, and avoid vague or confusing statements. The video encourages students to choose precise words, organize their thoughts before speaking or writing, and communicate in ways that help others understand their ideas. It emphasizes that clear communication improves problem-solving, collaboration, and learning by allowing people to share their thinking more effectively and avoid misunderstandings.
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tag(s): thinking routines (36), thinking skills (117)
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Write several vague sentences on the board, such as "The thing was big" or "She did something nice." In small groups, have students rewrite each sentence in clearer, more precise language. Provide students with a short paragraph that contains vague words such as "stuff," "things," "a lot," or "very." Students can revise the paragraph by replacing these words with more specific vocabulary. Ask students a question related to a text or topic they are studying. First, have students think silently about their answer. Then have them explain their idea to a partner using complete sentences and clear reasoning. Partners can listen and ask clarifying questions if something is unclear.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Photos for Class - StoryboardThat
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Find free, safe educational images with the Photos for Class search tool. Find age-appropriate images fueled by Pixabay SafeSearch and proprietary filters, including automatic citations,...more
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Find free, safe educational images with the Photos for Class search tool. Find age-appropriate images fueled by Pixabay SafeSearch and proprietary filters, including automatic citations, and are licensed by Creative Commons for public use. Begin by typing your search term or using the microphone. Select an image to add to a StoryBoardThat comic, reviewed here or download to your device. Use the three dots in the caption to follow the link to view the image on Pixabay, reviewed here.
tag(s): copyright (42), creative commons (28), images (268)
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Include a link to Photos for Class on student computers and your class website, along with other free image sites such as Pixabay, reviewed here and Unsplash, reviewed here. Find additional resources on the TeachersFirst Free Image Resources Special Topics Page, reviewed here. Use images for any purpose, including multimedia projects created with Canva Docs, reviewed here and Sway, reviewed here. Use the included citations to teach students about the ethical use of digital resources.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Name Selection Tool
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SkyFrost is a simple, free online tool created by a teacher to help with classroom management by randomly selecting names from a list, which can be useful for calling on ...more
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SkyFrost is a simple, free online tool created by a teacher to help with classroom management by randomly selecting names from a list, which can be useful for calling on students, forming groups, or choosing volunteers. The Name Selection Tool lets you input a list of names, randomly pick one, and remove selected names from the pool. It also lets you drag and drop names between lists and display the selected name on a separate screen, which is helpful for classrooms with dual displays. The site is lightweight, runs entirely in your browser without uploading any data, and can even be saved locally for offline use, making it a practical classroom resource for promoting fairness and engagement in participation.
tag(s): classroom management (136), Teacher Utilities (216)
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Use the tool to randomly call on students during discussions so everyone has an equal chance to share ideas. Ask a fun or reflective question, such as "What is one goal for today?" or "What is one thing you learned yesterday?" Then use SkyFrost to select the students who will respond. Let the tool choose team leaders, helpers, or presenters for activities, review games, or classroom jobs to keep things fun and unbiased.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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15 Fun and Inspiring Perseverance Activities - Mental Health Center Kids
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"15 Fun and Inspiring Perseverance Activities for Kids" offers a helpful collection of engaging activities that teach children to persevere through challenges. The article begins by...more
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"15 Fun and Inspiring Perseverance Activities for Kids" offers a helpful collection of engaging activities that teach children to persevere through challenges. The article begins by defining perseverance and explaining why helping kids develop this skill is important for their emotional well-being and success at school and in life. It then shares 15 specific activities with short descriptions and examples that children can try at home or in the classroom, such as praising effort instead of focusing on results, practicing positive self-talk, using "yet" language, planning ahead, reading books about perseverance, managing expectations, caring for a plant, and more. These activities make learning about perseverance fun, inspiring, and practical for kids.
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tag(s): charactered (86), classroom management (136), social and emotional learning (196)
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Students can use Timeline Infographic Templates by Venngage, reviewed here to track how often to water a plant. Students can use Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here to record themselves learning a new instrument. Students can read various picture books about teaching perseverance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teacher Hive - Tony Vincent
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Teacher Hive is a free resource for finding and creating teacher-created apps. Registration isn't required to access shared apps; however, registration allows users to save favorite...more
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Teacher Hive is a free resource for finding and creating teacher-created apps. Registration isn't required to access shared apps; however, registration allows users to save favorite apps, follow content creators, and share their apps. Find apps by searching, browsing featured apps, or browsing by collection type, such as teacher tools, brain breaks, math, and more. Each app includes a link to information: a summary, AI-generated details about the resource used to create the code, and details about the target grade level. Visit "The Buzz" to find recent posts featuring newly landed apps, as well as suggestions for creating apps and using the site to its best advantage.
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Share apps found on Teacher Hive with students to use for review, remediation, or practice of classroom content. Teacher Hive is an excellent site to share with parents who ask for additional learning support at home. Create personalized learning activities, no coding knowledge required, for students to add to Teacher Hive using Gemini Canvas, located in Google Gemini, then choose tools from the dropdown box to find Canvas in the chat message. After refining your activity, follow the directions in Teacher Hive to copy the code, upload your app, or share the link from Gemini with your students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Celebrating Mandela Day - ABSee Me
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K to 5
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This article offers teachers and families a collection of simple, engaging activities to help children learn about Nelson Mandela and the values he championed. The resource includes...more
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This article offers teachers and families a collection of simple, engaging activities to help children learn about Nelson Mandela and the values he championed. The resource includes free printable worksheets, coloring pages, writing prompts, and discussion activities that encourage students to explore themes such as kindness, leadership, equality, perseverance, and community service. In addition to introducing children to Mandela's life and legacy, the activities promote character education and civic responsibility in an age-appropriate format, making this resource a useful addition to elementary social studies, SEL, and citizenship lessons.
tag(s): charactered (86), Nelson Mandela (29), social and emotional learning (196), south africa (32)
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Have students complete one of the printable Mandela-themed coloring pages while discussing who Nelson Mandela was and why he is remembered worldwide. Inspired by Mandela Day, challenge students to perform acts of kindness throughout the week. Students can keep a kindness journal or create a classroom chart to track ways they helped others and made a positive impact. Using one of the printable writing activities, ask students to reflect on how they can help their school, family, or community. Encourage students to set a personal goal for making a positive difference.
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Adobe Podcast Enhance - Adobe
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4 to 12
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Adobe Podcast Enhance is an AI-powered tool that helps improve the quality of podcasts and other spoken recordings directly in a web browser. Its main feature, Enhance Speech, cleans...more
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Adobe Podcast Enhance is an AI-powered tool that helps improve the quality of podcasts and other spoken recordings directly in a web browser. Its main feature, Enhance Speech, cleans up audio by reducing background noise, removing echo, and making voices sound clearer and more professional with just a few clicks. Adobe Podcast also includes helpful tools for transcription, recording, editing, captioning, and converting audio to video, making it a useful, easy-to-use platform for creating high-quality podcast content without advanced software.
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In the Classroom
Have students record short podcasts such as book talks, opinion pieces, or history reports, then use the Enhance tool to clean up their audio for a more professional sound. Students can interview classmates, teachers, or community members and enhance the recordings to create polished audio stories or news segments. Students can turn their original stories or poems into audio performances with improved sound quality for sharing with the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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