Let’s Talk About: Tech for Littles

As we observe National Kindergarten Day, let’s consider instructional approaches for our littlest learners. The annual observance reminds us of the unique needs of our primary students and the importance of creating supportive learning environments. Among the various approaches, one strategy stands out – the intentional integration of literacy work with other content.  Literacy experiences … read more »

Multilingual Learners and Your School Library

School libraries play a pivotal role in enhancing multilingual learning experiences by providing resources and support to ensure that all students, regardless of their language background, have equal opportunities to learn and thrive. There are many effective strategies for leveraging school library resources to support multilingual learners, but a diverse library collection is the first … read more »

Celebrating World Voice Day in the Classroom

Have you heard of World Voice Day? On April 16, people around the globe celebrate the significance of our voices and the art of communication. As we approach World Voice Day, it’s an excellent opportunity to engage our students in conversations about the importance of vocal health and effective communication. This day, with its motto … read more »

Tech Tool of the Month: Animate from Audio – Part 2

In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Animate from audio and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to using it in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom implementation ideas. Animate From Audio When you arrive on the website, you’ll see … read more »

Tech Tool of the Month: Animate from Audio – Part 1

Adobe Express’s Animate from audio is a powerful, user-friendly tool that allows you to transform your voice into a lively animated character video with just a few clicks. This tool leverages advanced speech recognition and animation technology to seamlessly sync mouth movements and gestures with your audio. Choose from various animated avatars, including robots, cartoon characters, … read more »