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But Why- Winter Solstice - Vermont Public / But Why: Adventures
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Step into the shortest day of the year with this engaging lesson plan for grades 3-5. The resource guides students in exploring the scientific phenomenon of the winter solstice, what...more
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Step into the shortest day of the year with this engaging lesson plan for grades 3-5. The resource guides students in exploring the scientific phenomenon of the winter solstice, what it is, why days get shorter, and how people around the world observe it. Through mindfulness exercises, outdoor nature walks, multimedia (video) prompts, drawing and research tasks, and cultural-tradition comparisons, the plan weaves together Earth science, geography, social studies, and reflection. Educators can use it to foster curiosity about seasonal change, connect students to nature, and spark discussions about how communities celebrate light, dark, and renewal. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): cultures (249), earth (190), seasonal (35), seasons (55), sun (83)
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After watching the short solstice video, have students draw a quick sketch showing the Earth's tilt and how it creates the shortest day of the year. Using the lesson's examples of solstice celebrations worldwide, have students create a simple chart comparing how three cultures celebrate light, darkness, or renewal. They can create the chart digitally with Vizzlo, reviewed here. Then have them choose one tradition to illustrate or describe in a short paragraph, or make a class slideshow presentation with Genially, reviewed here.
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How to Celebrate Winter Solstice With Kids-Tinkergarten
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View this article, a warm and inspiring resource that offers educators and families a lively, nature-based guide to celebrating the winter solstice with children. It begins by explaining...more
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View this article, a warm and inspiring resource that offers educators and families a lively, nature-based guide to celebrating the winter solstice with children. It begins by explaining the astronomical basis of the solstice, the year's shortest day, and frames the moment as a joyful turning point toward more daylight ahead. The article then shares hands-on activities such as decorating with evergreens, exploring shadows, making pomanders, crafting ice lanterns, and lighting candles or lanterns to welcome the longer days to come. With its focus on outdoor exploration, sensory experiences, and rituals that build community, this resource easily supports lessons on science, seasonal changes, and shared classroom celebrations.
tag(s): crafts (90), earth (190), seasonal (35), seasons (55), sun (83)
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Take students outside to observe and trace their shadows at two different times of day. Have them compare lengths and direction, then discuss how the winter solstice relates to changing sunlight. Have students design and create an ice lantern using molds, natural materials, and freezing temperatures. They can record the steps, observe melting rates, and explain the science behind freezing and thawing. Connect this to solstice traditions involving light. Inspired by the article's ritual ideas, students can create paper lanterns, write wishes or hopes for the growing light, and participate in a short "lantern walk" around the classroom or hallway. Afterward, they write a reflection on why people celebrate the return of longer days.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Crafts & Activities Winter Solstice - How Wee Learn
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Explore the simple, nature-inspired crafts and hands-on projects to help students understand the meaning of the winter solstice through art, observation, and play. From making icy sun...more
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Explore the simple, nature-inspired crafts and hands-on projects to help students understand the meaning of the winter solstice through art, observation, and play. From making icy sun catchers to creating themed journals or light-themed decorations, the activities encourage students to notice seasonal changes, reflect on light and dark, and connect outdoor learning with classroom discussions. It's an inviting collection for teachers looking to blend science, creativity, and seasonal celebration.
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tag(s): crafts (90), earth (190), seasonal (35), seasons (55), sun (83)
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Have students create simple ice sun catchers using water, natural materials, and a freezer or outdoor cold temperatures. Afterward, they can write a quick observation about how the changing light interacts with their artwork and what this reveals about the winter solstice. Using a solstice-themed journal (inspired by the page), have students write short entries describing what they notice about daylight, temperature, and nature during this time of year. For a digital version, use Book Creator, reviewed here. After learning about different cultural celebrations of light around the solstice, students can create a small craft (such as a lantern, candle silhouette art, or light-themed collage) and write a short explanation card that connects their piece to the meaning of the solstice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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What Is the Winter Solstice? - Bozeman Public Library
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The video "What Is the Winter Solstice?" explores why the solstice marks the shortest day of the year by following host Jane Lindholm at an outdoor Earth clock and in ...more
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The video "What Is the Winter Solstice?" explores why the solstice marks the shortest day of the year by following host Jane Lindholm at an outdoor Earth clock and in a planetarium, where she and meteorologist Mark Breen explain Earth's tilt, daylight patterns, and the cultural meaning behind this seasonal milestone. It provides clear visuals and real-world demonstrations that help students connect scientific concepts with seasonal changes they can observe. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Using a globe and a flashlight, have students recreate Earth's tilt and shine the light at different angles to see how daylight changes. Have students look up the sunrise and sunset times for your location on the solstice and calculate total daylight. Then have them repeat this for an area in the Southern Hemisphere and compare the results. Have students measure the length of a shadow at the same time multiple days leading up to and after the solstice. Then have them graph the results using ChartGizmo reviewed here to observe how the angle of the sun changes over time.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Winter Solstice Activity for Kids - Treehouse Schoolhouse
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Celebrate the magic of the year's shortest day with this engaging winter solstice activity from Treehouse Schoolhouse. The website offers a clear and teacher-friendly explanation of...more
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Celebrate the magic of the year's shortest day with this engaging winter solstice activity from Treehouse Schoolhouse. The website offers a clear and teacher-friendly explanation of the winter solstice. It provides a free "Winter Solstice Daylight Tracker" worksheet that guides students in recording sunrise and sunset times, calculating daylight hours, and graphing the changes. The activity supports scientific inquiry, observation skills, and simple data analysis, and it can be paired with nature walks, journaling, or seasonal crafts to deepen students' understanding of how Earth's tilt affects daylight. This resource is easy to integrate into lessons on seasons, natural cycles, or winter traditions and works well for a wide range of classroom settings.
tag(s): crafts (90), cultures (249), data (152), earth (190), seasonal (35), seasons (55), sun (83)
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Have students use the Winter Solstice Daylight Tracker to record sunrise and sunset times for several days. They can calculate total daylight hours and create a simple line graph that shows how the amount of daylight changes. Assign students to keep a short journal on paper or using Write Reader, reviewed here where they note outdoor observations during the week of the solstice. After learning about the winter solstice, students can create a piece of art that represents the "longest night" or the "return of the light," such as a watercolor sunrise, paper lantern, or nature collage.
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The AMAYZING Outdoors - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 8
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Van Andel Institute for Education's A"MAY"Zing Outdoors promotes outdoor activities for learning and fun. These lessons help alleviate "spring" fever as the end of the year approaches,...more
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Van Andel Institute for Education's A"MAY"Zing Outdoors promotes outdoor activities for learning and fun. These lessons help alleviate "spring" fever as the end of the year approaches, but can be used at any time throughout the year. Activities include: STEAM Team, Naturexplore Scavenger Hunt, Peaceful Planters, and Do Something! Bingo. Lessons are grouped into kindergarten through grade 2, grades 3 through 5, and grades 6 through 8. All games are linked to Google Slides that include a teacher overview, the required time, skills, and reflection.
tag(s): conservation (104), recycling (43)
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Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to take pictures/videos of themselves completing the activities from the "STEAM Team." Students can use Seesaw, reviewed here, to document the growth of their plant during the "Peaceful Planters" lesson. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to reflect on their learning after playing "Do Something! Bingo."Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nature Guys Podcast - Bob Staggenborg
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The Nature Guys podcast is created by Bob Staggenborg, a former educator and nature enthusiast. He co-hosts episodes with various naturalists and experts, sharing engaging discussions...more
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The Nature Guys podcast is created by Bob Staggenborg, a former educator and nature enthusiast. He co-hosts episodes with various naturalists and experts, sharing engaging discussions about wildlife, conservation, and outdoor exploration. The podcast aims to inspire curiosity about the natural world and encourage people to spend more time outside.
tag(s): animals (291), conservation (104), listening (97), podcasts (137)
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Students can work in small groups to research and record their own short nature-themed podcast episode using Buzzsprout, reviewed here or Spotify for Podcasters, reviewed here, inspired by Nature Guys. They can script, narrate, and even add sound effects to bring their topic to life. While listening to an episode, students can take notes on interesting facts, key ideas, and new vocabulary. Afterward, they can share one thing they learned and one question they still have. After hearing about an animal or ecosystem from the podcast, students can choose a related topic to research and create a mini-presentation, poster, or digital slideshow with Canva Edu, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sunlight on the National Mall - Smithsonian Science Education
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The Smithsonian Science Education Center's Sunlight on the National Mall is an interactive simulation designed for primary Earth and Space Science students. This resource allows students...more
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The Smithsonian Science Education Center's Sunlight on the National Mall is an interactive simulation designed for primary Earth and Space Science students. This resource allows students to observe the Sun's arc over the Smithsonian Castle throughout different times of the day and across all four seasons--Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. By exploring 360-degree views of the National Mall, students can investigate how the Sun's position in the sky changes over time. A complementary Sun Data Sheet is provided to help students record their observations during Winter and Spring. The simulation is accessible via web browsers on desktops and laptops, and is also available for tablets and smartphones through the Amazon Apps & Games Store, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store.
tag(s): seasons (55), simulations (38), sun (83)
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On a sunny day, take students outside to stand in one spot and trace their shadows with chalk at different times. They compare their real-life observations to how shadows change in Sunlight on the National Mall. If outdoor observations aren't possible, they can use a lamp and a pencil on paper to create a mini sundial. Students can use a flashlight and a small object (like a toy or cup) to model how the Sun's changing position affects shadows. Have students predict and test how a shadow changes when the light source moves, connecting their discoveries to the simulation's observations of sunlight and shadows at different times of the day. Students can explore how sunlight varies in different locations, comparing the Sun's path on the National Mall to other locations (ex., the Arctic Circle vs. the equator). Students can research and present why some places experience nearly 24 hours of daylight or darkness during certain times of the year. They can use Google Slides, reviewed here to make a presentation. The teacher can create a template to make it easier for young learners.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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What is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It? - Waterford.org
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The Waterford.org blog post "What Is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It?" emphasizes the importance of self-care for educators to prevent burnout and maintain well-being....more
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The Waterford.org blog post "What Is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It?" emphasizes the importance of self-care for educators to prevent burnout and maintain well-being. It dispels the misconception that self-care is selfish, highlighting that attending to one's health enables teachers to better serve their students. The article suggests practical self-care strategies, such as maintaining a gratitude journal, engaging in outdoor walks, connecting with loved ones, and incorporating mindfulness practices like meditation and breathing exercises. By integrating these habits into daily routines, teachers can enhance their resilience and effectiveness in the classroom
tag(s): mental health (57), professional development (270), Teacher Utilities (194)
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Start or end the day with a short mindfulness exercise, such as deep breathing, guided meditation, or a gratitude reflection. This benefits both students and teachers by creating a calm, focused learning environment. Encourage a culture of gratitude by having students contribute to a gratitude wall or keep individual gratitude journals. Participating alongside students can help teachers cultivate positivity in their daily routines. Create the journals digitally by individual Book Creator stories reviewed here or a class journal in Google Slides reviewed here. Incorporate quick check-ins at the start of class where students and teachers can share how they're feeling using a mood scale, emojis, or reflective prompts. This fosters a supportive environment and reminds teachers to be aware of their own well-being. Schedule short movement breaks, stretching, or relaxation activities throughout the day. These moments help reduce stress and keep both students and teachers refreshed.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Horticulture and Landscaping Jobs - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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"The Horticulture and Landscaping Jobs" collection on PBS LearningMedia introduces students to careers in plant science, landscape design, and environmental sustainability. This site...more
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"The Horticulture and Landscaping Jobs" collection on PBS LearningMedia introduces students to careers in plant science, landscape design, and environmental sustainability. This site includes over 1600 engaging videos and real-world job profiles and highlights professions such as horticulturists, landscape architects, and greenhouse managers. It helps students connect biology, ecology, and design to rewarding, hands-on careers in the green industry. This collection supports STEM learning, career exploration, and environmental education.
tag(s): careers (197), ecology (107), plants (148), STEM (331)
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Challenge students to act as landscape architects, designing an outdoor space (a park, school garden, or backyard). They can sketch a layout on paper or digitally using Sketchboard reviewed here or Draw.to reviewed here. They can choose appropriate plants and consider climate, soil, and sustainability factors. Students can learn a hands-on horticulture skill by propagating plants from cuttings (growing a new plant from a leaf or stem). They can track growth over time and discuss how horticulturists use propagation in nurseries and greenhouses. Then, students can collect soil samples from different areas and test pH levels and nutrients. They can predict which soil type would best support plant growth and relate findings to careers in agriculture and landscaping. Have your students design an eco-friendly garden that conserves water, supports pollinators, and reduces environmental impact. They should consider elements like native plants, rain gardens, and composting.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Design Squad Global - PBS Kids
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PBS Kids Design Squad features four activities: Design, Build, Watch, and Games. In the Design section, you can draw scenes of the outdoors, fashion, sports, food, animals, and more....more
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PBS Kids Design Squad features four activities: Design, Build, Watch, and Games. In the Design section, you can draw scenes of the outdoors, fashion, sports, food, animals, and more. In the Building section, you can create buildings, machines, toys, and vehicles. The Watch section features videos on learning with the Design Squad, do-it-yourself, and clips. The fidget games from the Games section include learning about electricity, farm life, natural disasters, and floods.
tag(s): crafts (90), design (74), engineering (140), game based learning (215), machines (17), musical instruments (53)
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Students can participate in the site's activities and enter challenges. Students can upload their work to Padlet, reviewed here to share with others. Students can learn more about electricity, farm life, natural disasters, and floods as they play the games on the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Human Development Institute Creative Commons Images - Human Development Institute
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Finding Creative Commons images representing all members of society is difficult; the Human Development Institute shares a gallery of free, downloadable photos that include people with...more
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Finding Creative Commons images representing all members of society is difficult; the Human Development Institute shares a gallery of free, downloadable photos that include people with disabilities in all aspects of culture. All images are hosted on Flickr, reviewed here. Open any of the included albums to view photographs taken in different settings, such as outdoors, in music class, and in a university setting. The images include subjects of different ages, disabilities, and races. Open any photo and follow the links to download to your device or share to social media links. Although attribution isn't required, whenever possible, include attribution when using images that are not your own.
tag(s): creative commons (26), disabilities (31), images (258)
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Bookmark and save this collection of images to use in many different circumstances. For example, use these images when building slide presentations, writing classroom newsletters, or accompanying math story problems. Save your favorite images from this gallery into a personal Flickr album to easily find them, and include images shared by other sites such as Fresh Folk, reviewed here, EDUimages, reviewed here, and Nappy, reviewed here. Include images chosen for students to use in a Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams folder. Ask students to use images when writing blogs with eduBlogs, reviewed here, creating videos with Typito, reviewed here, or in creative writing projects shared on Google Sites, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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First 8 Studios - GBH Kids
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K to 2
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First 8 Studios is a digital learning platform with math and science learning activities for early childhood. The science portion includes eleven learning apps, a teacher guide, and...more
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First 8 Studios is a digital learning platform with math and science learning activities for early childhood. The science portion includes eleven learning apps, a teacher guide, and Family Science Fun activities to promote learning of contents such as plants, ramps, and shadows. The early math activities include ten apps that teach concepts, including subitizing, spatial thinking, and data analysis. The Teacher's Guides have lesson ideas, circle time activities, and suggestions for learning centers and outdoor activities to reinforce concepts. Student learning apps are available for download on the Apple Store.
tag(s): data (152), number sense (66), plants (148), preK (288), simple machines (20), thinking skills (33)
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Share the learning apps on this site with parents for students to practice math skills at home. This site also benefits students who need reinforcement in specific skills as a method for review. Even if you don't use the apps in school, be sure to visit the Teachers' Guides and Family Fun Guides to find many ideas for books, paper play, and on-the-go ideas. Include links to games and activities from this site and others you share with parents using Symbaloo, reviewed here, to organize and make information easy to access.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sports Games - Crazy Games
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It isn't always possible to participate physically in sports, so Sports Games provides an online option for sports fans. Choose from a large selection of games based on sports, including...more
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It isn't always possible to participate physically in sports, so Sports Games provides an online option for sports fans. Choose from a large selection of games based on sports, including soccer, basketball, BMX racing, and more. Hover any of the game thumbnails to view the title and select it to go to the game's start page. Some games include options for multiple players.
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tag(s): game based learning (215), sports (84)
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Before starting a new sports unit in your physical education class, share a corresponding game with students to play at home. Playing games allows students to engage with the latest sport and receive a short introduction to some rules. Also, consider adding games from this site to classroom computers as an indoor recess activity when outdoor activities aren't available.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Candy Pumpkin Catapults - Playdough to Plato
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Students will love learning about simple machines by building catapults to launch candy pumpkins. Then, using just a few supplies, challenge students to see whose pumpkins fly the farthest....more
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Students will love learning about simple machines by building catapults to launch candy pumpkins. Then, using just a few supplies, challenge students to see whose pumpkins fly the farthest. Along the way, students also explore other scientific questions that examine the impact of size and weight and consider the effect by using different types of supplies. This article includes complete directions along with images for incorporating the pumpkin catapult into early childhood classrooms. Of course, be sure to use caution and discuss safety rules when hurtling items at any time. If possible, take this activity outdoors to allow more space for launching the catapults.
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tag(s): makerspace (39), preK (288), Problem Based Learning (11), simple machines (20), STEM (331)
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Although this lesson describes activities for pre-k classrooms, the challenge is suitable for adaptation to any elementary class. Try the challenge with other small items at any time. For example, during the winter holidays, use snowman erasers or during spring, try catapulting different sizes of pompoms to see how far they fly. Adapt this activity for older students by providing the supplies at a learning center or makerspace area without directions. Allow students to explore options on their own to build and create a catapult. Use a digital organizational tool such as IdeaBoardz, reviewed here, to record and share students' observations. Extend student learning by creating ebooks using Book Creator, reviewed here, that include images of students' creations, text of their observations, and audio explanations of the STEM learning. For younger students, create a class book together. Older students can create individual books to share as part of your class's digital library.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ArtsNow - ArtsNow.org
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K to 12
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ArtsNow provides a large variety of resources for teaching and integrating art across the curriculum. Choose from Curriculum Guides, Modules, or Integrated Units to begin. Browse the...more
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ArtsNow provides a large variety of resources for teaching and integrating art across the curriculum. Choose from Curriculum Guides, Modules, or Integrated Units to begin. Browse the Curriculum Guides by grade level or content. Download any guide in PDF format for a complete lesson overview including, correlation to National and Georgia state standards. This site also includes several integrated units for grades K-7. Download any unit for all unit resources including, activities, rubrics, and suggestions for differentiation. Choose modules for grades K-5 that integrate STEAM activities. Modules include a strong focus on integrating the arts with science concepts such as magnets and ecosystems. Don't miss the Video Modules and the At Home Resources found under the Resources tab at the top right corner of the page.
tag(s): animals (291), art history (109), civil war (141), geometric shapes (136), maps (219), matter (49), seasons (55), STEM (331), stories and storytelling (65), temperature (32), weather (163)
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Take advantage of these free lesson plans and classroom activities to integrate art into your everyday classroom activities. Consider coordinating lessons with your school's art and music teachers. Expand upon the ideas found on this site to bring other art forms into the lessons. For example, take advantage of poetry resources and interactives found at ReadWriteThink, reviewed here, and have students create diamante, acrostic, and haiku poems relating to your lessons. Enhance student learning further by asking students or groups of students to create webpages sharing their learning activities using a resource like Carrd, reviewed here. This very simple tool allows users to add images and text to create a beautiful website using the provided templates. Be sure to ask students to include a reflective writing piece describing their learning throughout your unit. Take learning to the highest level and ask students to design and create a series of podcasts using Adobe Podcast, reviewed here. Ask students to discuss their learning activities, and also hypothesize on different outcomes of experiments when changing elements or activities. For example, if creating a podcast discussing changes in matter, have students share their thoughts on how the room and outdoor temperature affects outcomes. What if they used juice instead of water? Would the change from ice to liquid take the same amount of time?
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Beach Chair Scientist - Ann McElhatton
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5 to 12
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Discover science while enjoying the beach and the outdoors with Beach Chair Scientist's blog. Read the latest posts on the site's homepage featuring titles such as "Seven silly science...more
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Discover science while enjoying the beach and the outdoors with Beach Chair Scientist's blog. Read the latest posts on the site's homepage featuring titles such as "Seven silly science sea words." To find specific topics, scroll down the page to find links to archives and categories including Citizen Science and Environmental Education.
tag(s): animal homes (55), birds (46), environment (249), fish (17), oceans (144), reptiles (12)
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Share this site with students as part of your study of biomes or the ocean. Transform classroom technology use by having students create online posters individually or together as a class using a tool such as Genial.ly, reviewed here, or for those new to integrating tecnology enhance technololgy use by trying PicFont, reviewed here, to share information about ocean animals or conservation of the oceans. Be sure to check out the Resources & More section for lesson plans and links to other resources about the ocean.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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What Do We Do All Day? - Erica (MomandKiddo)
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K to 8
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What Do We Do All Day? is a blog created by a stay-at-home mom and is packed full of learning activities and resources for children. Choose the Kids Activities link ...more
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What Do We Do All Day? is a blog created by a stay-at-home mom and is packed full of learning activities and resources for children. Choose the Kids Activities link to find ideas sorted by kitchen learning, outdoors, math, science, and more. There is also an extensive book list sorted into categories with a short synopsis of each book. A few of the videos are hosted on YouTube, but most are not. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
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tag(s): blogs (71), cooking (33), printables (36), puzzles (148), STEM (331)
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Bookmark and save this blog to find many ideas for classroom use. Take advantage of the free ideas and printables offered for projects across the curriculum. Browse through the many book lists for additions to your class library. Take pictures of classroom finished projects, then use Ourboox, reviewed here. Ourboox creates beautiful page-flipping digital books in minutes, and you can embed video, music, animation, games, maps and more.
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TL! Kids - Pledge and Activities - Tread Lightly! Inc
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TL! Kids offers stories and information to teach young children how to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. Download the Elementary Curriculum PDF with lessons and activities,...more
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TL! Kids offers stories and information to teach young children how to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. Download the Elementary Curriculum PDF with lessons and activities, a coloring book, take the Tread pledge, or check off items on the hiking checklist. There is also a link to Tread Lightly's! partner Agents of Discovery, which is a free game to be used on a mobile device. The game is for ages 6-14 and sends kids on adventures to recover the agents robotic bees that store knowledge about the world. Be sure to visit the Education tab on the top menu portion that includes videos, infographics, on-line courses, and more.
tag(s): conservation (104), environment (249), forests (31), game based learning (215), preK (288)
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Take advantage of the free lesson plans and coloring activities for use during Earth Day activities or with any unit on the environment. Enhance classroom technology use by having students create a word cloud of the important terms they learn from this site using a tool such as WordItOut, reviewed here, for older elementary students, or Word Clouds for Kids, reviewed here , for younger students. Have students create an annotated image including text boxes and related links using a tool such as Google Drawings, reviewed here of how to be environmentally responsible. Google Drawings allows you to annotate an image with links to videos, text, websites, and more. Not familiar with Google Drawings? Watch an archived OK2Ask session to learn how to use it: OK2Ask Google Drawings, here.
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Tread Lightly! - Tread Lightly! Inc
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Tread Lightly! is an organization devoted to balancing the needs of outdoor recreation with environmental stewardship. Learn about conservation methods and ideas through Tread Lightly!'s...more
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Tread Lightly! is an organization devoted to balancing the needs of outdoor recreation with environmental stewardship. Learn about conservation methods and ideas through Tread Lightly!'s blog and education resources. Be sure to follow links to teaching resources including many files available for free download. There are also videos to watch under the Education tab. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
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tag(s): conservation (104), environment (249)
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Take advantage of the many free materials for use in classroom lessons about the environment. Use the magnifying glass and search bar to find the Quick Tips Home Page. Then, have students explore the Quick Tips portion of the site and create their own environmental Quick Tips online posters individually or together as a class. For the novice technology user try these two tools to enhance technology use in your classroom: PicLits, reviewed here, or Web Poster Wizard, reviewed here. For the more experienced transform the use of technology in your class with Sway, reviewed here, or give students a choice of projects to complete with Genial.ly, reviewed here. Both Sway and Genial.ly will allow your students to create multimedia projects. Consider becoming a Tread Lightly! member as a class or school and apply for a recreation stewardship grant to organize a clean-up day in your community.
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