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Financial Education - Sesame Workshop

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K to 2
 
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach young children about money? The Sesame Workshop Financial Education site brings financial literacy to life with the help of beloved Sesame...more
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Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach young children about money? The Sesame Workshop Financial Education site brings financial literacy to life with the help of beloved Sesame Street characters! Through songs, stories, and hands-on activities, young students can begin building smart money habits--like saving, spending wisely, and sharing--all while having a great time. One highlight is a two-minute video featuring Cookie Monster and his mom learning about choices, sharing, and saving. Additional resources include Elmo's Spend, Share, and Save Jar, a guide to making a spending plan together, lessons on wants and needs with Bert and Ernie, and tips for talking to kids during tough financial times. There's also a family-friendly game called "Lemonade Stand," printable play money, and a helpful webinar titled Bright Financial Futures, which includes a certificate of completion. Many materials are also available in Spanish, making this a comprehensive and inclusive toolkit for building strong financial foundations.

tag(s): financial literacy (95), money (114), preK (280), spanish (111)

In the Classroom

Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a needs and wants book. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post ways that they can earn or save money. Finally, students can make a spending plan with their families.
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Art - Sesame Workshop

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K to 2
 
This short video featuring Julia, Samuel, and Abby highlights the world of art with young students. In addition to the video, the site contains featured art resources, including Terry...more
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This short video featuring Julia, Samuel, and Abby highlights the world of art with young students. In addition to the video, the site contains featured art resources, including Terry Crews is an Artist, a color wheel, art exploration, open-ended art, upcycling crafts, and more. Resources are also available in Spanish.

tag(s): artists (86), colors (64), preK (280), spanish (111)

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Students can create their painting and upload it to Padlet reviewed here. Students can use Dotstorming < a href="/single.cfm?id=16997">reviewed here, to vote on the best kind of medium that they like to use when creating art. Finally, students can use Seesaw reviewed here pen and coloring tools to create artwork.
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Healthy Minds and Bodies - Sesame Workshop

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K to 3
 
View this dynamic resource designed to help educators nurture holistic well-being in young learners. The platform offers a wealth of materials covering essential topics such as nutrition,...more
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View this dynamic resource designed to help educators nurture holistic well-being in young learners. The platform offers a wealth of materials covering essential topics such as nutrition, physical activity, emotional well-being, and social-emotional skills. Through engaging videos, printable activities, and interactive games featuring beloved Sesame Street characters, young students are encouraged to develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime. The resources also guide topics like asthma management, autism support, and family bonding, ensuring inclusivity and relevance for diverse classroom needs. Available in both English and Spanish, these tools are tailored to support educators in creating a nurturing and health-conscious learning environment.

tag(s): autism (16), preK (280), social and emotional learning (106), spanish (111)

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Students can create an Eat the Rainbow book using Book Creator reviewed here. Students can use Seesaw reviewed here to create a story showcasing kindness. Create a class Padlet reviewed here that students can use to share different emotions. Padlet allows for video, audio, and written responses, making it an excellent choice for diverse learners.
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A Hurricane Comes to Sesame Street - Sesame Workshop

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K to 2
 
Sesame Workshop's A Hurricane Comes to Sesame Street is a short, impactful video that helps young children process the emotional aftermath of natural disasters through the familiar...more
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Sesame Workshop's A Hurricane Comes to Sesame Street is a short, impactful video that helps young children process the emotional aftermath of natural disasters through the familiar lens of Big Bird and his friends. As Big Bird copes with the destruction of his nest, students learn about feelings like sadness, fear, and hope--and how community support can help rebuild both homes and hearts. The site also offers guided discussion questions to encourage emotional expression and understanding, making it a valuable tool for teachers addressing tough topics in a gentle, age-appropriate way.

tag(s): communities (39), hurricanes (33), preK (280)

In the Classroom

Consider sharing this resource with families on your class website. Students can share their feelings using Seesaw's reviewed here community library to find emojis. Students can create a hurricane in a jar. Finally, students can create an emergency readiness kit and plan in case of a hurricane (or other emergency).
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Emergencies - Sesame Workshop

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K to 2
 
Looking for a gentle, age-appropriate way to introduce emergency preparedness in your classroom? Sesame Workshop's Emergencies video is a quick 45-second clip that helps young children...more
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Looking for a gentle, age-appropriate way to introduce emergency preparedness in your classroom? Sesame Workshop's Emergencies video is a quick 45-second clip that helps young children understand what to do during an emergency. But the learning doesn't stop there--the website also includes a variety of supportive resources such as a Wildfires Family Guide, Emergency Family Kit video, "Let's Pack an Emergency Kit" activity, tips for Rebuilding After a Hurricane, and guidance for Talking About an Unexpected Emergency. There's even a lesson on the importance of knowing your first and last name. Many of these resources are available in Spanish, making them accessible for a wider range of families and classrooms.

tag(s): communities (39), natural disasters (19), preK (280)

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Students can create an emergency kit. Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to offer tips and suggestions in dealing with an emergency. Students can record themselves saying their first and last name using Free Screen Recorder Online reviewed here.
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Emergency Helpers - Sesame Workshop

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K to 2
 
Meet the Emergency Helpers with Sesame Workshop! Sesame Workshop's Emergency Helpers offers a short video that teaches young students who helps in an emergency. Firefighters, doctors,...more
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Meet the Emergency Helpers with Sesame Workshop! Sesame Workshop's Emergency Helpers offers a short video that teaches young students who helps in an emergency. Firefighters, doctors, teachers, and police officers are sung about in the video. Each of the emergency helpers' jobs is explained in the song. The video is available in Spanish.

tag(s): communities (39), preK (280)

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Students can participate in the activities at the bottom of the webpage. Students can complete a community library activity on Seesaw reviewed here. Students can create an Emergency Helpers book using Book Creator reviewed here or WriteReader reviewed here.
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Play and Learn Science Resources - PBS Kids

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K to 2
 
The PBS KIDS Play & Learn Science website is a fantastic resource for teachers looking to spark curiosity and hands-on learning in young scientists. Designed for preK - grade 2 ...more
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The PBS KIDS Play & Learn Science website is a fantastic resource for teachers looking to spark curiosity and hands-on learning in young scientists. Designed for preK - grade 2 students, this platform offers interactive games, activities, and videos that help build foundational science skills in fun and engaging ways. Topics include weather, forces, simple machines, and the properties of water--all presented through playful exploration with favorite PBS KIDS characters. It also provides tips for families and educators on extending learning into the real world, making it perfect for classroom use or at-home enrichment.

tag(s): density (18), simple machines (20), weather (161)

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Share the games on an interactive whiteboard or provide a link on your class website, LMS, or newsletter. Students can complete activities in the Seesaw reviewed here community library. Students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to complete a roll and ramp sort.
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American Sign Language - PBS Kids

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K to 2
 
PBS KIDS offers a dedicated collection of full episodes featuring American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, making beloved children's programming more accessible and inclusive than...more
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PBS KIDS offers a dedicated collection of full episodes featuring American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, making beloved children's programming more accessible and inclusive than ever before. This initiative includes popular series such as Arthur, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Alma's Way, Donkey Hodie, Pinkalicious & Peterrific, and Work It Out Wombats!, each enriched with on-screen ASL interpreters to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.

tag(s): preK (280), sign language (11)

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Students can use Class Tools reviewed here to create a story map for the episode. Students can compare characters using Seesaw, reviewed here. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to brainstorm their favorite character.
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Million Bazillion - Million Bazillion

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2 to 12
 
Million Bazillion is a podcast that inspires families to discuss money with children. Episodes include How Do People Pay for Things When They Retire, What's the Difference Between...more
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Million Bazillion is a podcast that inspires families to discuss money with children. Episodes include How Do People Pay for Things When They Retire, What's the Difference Between Brand-Name Items and Generic Items, What Does Money Have To Do With Climate Change, Who Sets the Price of Rent, and more. On average, podcasts are twenty minutes to thirty-five minutes in length. Episodes include transcripts and tips for adults to use as discussion points for children. Million Bazillion is available on Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Stitchers, and RSS.

tag(s): financial literacy (95), podcasts (112)

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Students can use Stickies.io, reviewed here to post what they learned from the podcast. After listening to the podcast on brand name versus generic items, students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare the items. Finally, students can use ePubEditor, reviewed here to create a tips and tricks book on money, the value of it, and ways to save it.
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Highlights Kids - Highlights Kids

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K to 2
 
Highlight Kids is a free resource that provides a variety of activities for children. Activities include crafts and recipes, jokes, puzzles, exploring (answers to science questions),...more
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Highlight Kids is a free resource that provides a variety of activities for children. Activities include crafts and recipes, jokes, puzzles, exploring (answers to science questions), sharing sections (Dear Highlights activities, questions, surveys), podcasts, and games. The videos are hosted on YouTube to share jokes and information. If your district blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable. When submitting answers to a poll, children are required to add their age.

tag(s): crafts (74), game based learning (206), podcasts (112), preK (280), puzzles (150)

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Students can explore the site and complete its activities. After learning about something in the "Explore" sections, students can dive deeper into learning more about it. They can share the information by creating a digital book using Book Creator, reviewed here or by creating a slideshow using Google Slides, reviewed here.
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School Library NJ - School Library NJ

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K to 12
School Library NJ is a free resource that allows access to information resources that enhance the teaching and learning experience to enrich literacy experiences. The website has a...more
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School Library NJ is a free resource that allows access to information resources that enhance the teaching and learning experience to enrich literacy experiences. The website has a wealth of resources, including elementary, middle, and high school parents, educators, administrators, and librarians. Each subcategory has links to websites, including e-books, read-alouds, annotating, college and career searches, internet safety, virtual field trips, and more.

tag(s): audio books (27), ebooks (44), parents (56), test prep (69)

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Teachers can use School Library NJ in the classroom in a variety of ways. In elementary school, students can access e-books or read alouds. In middle school, students can access websites for current events. For high school students, there is free SAT and other testing prep.
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AI Literacy with Minecraft - Minecraft Education

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4 to 12
 
Minecraft Education shares several free videos, teaching resources, and parent guides to help you learn the basics of artificial intelligence (AI). These resources do not require using...more
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Minecraft Education shares several free videos, teaching resources, and parent guides to help you learn the basics of artificial intelligence (AI). These resources do not require using the paid Minecraft platform and are available to all viewers. Begin with a three-part animated video series that features AI basics, problem-solving with AI, and using AI tools responsibly. Additional materials available to download are classroom-ready teaching materials, a parent guide, and a free poster. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.

tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), digital citizenship (88), STEM (304)

In the Classroom

Add the resources on this site to your current teaching resources about artificial intelligence. Share the videos with parents to help them understand AI basics. Consider using Padlet, reviewed here to share AI resources with parents and older students. For example, use the shelf option to create columns to organize information. Create a column with ideas on learning about AI, another column with generative AI tools that make images or generate ideas, and another column for AI learning tools such as historical figure chatbots.
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TeacherServer AI Tools - TeacherServer

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K to 12
 
Staying current with the latest AI tools is time-consuming, and choosing appropriate tools becomes difficult when there are so many available options. TeacherServer is your hub for...more
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Staying current with the latest AI tools is time-consuming, and choosing appropriate tools becomes difficult when there are so many available options. TeacherServer is your hub for finding and using AI tools that save time and increase efficiency. Create a free account to begin using TeacherServer, then explore content by selecting from categories that include general resources, content area tools, and professional topics such as leadership and tools to use with parents. Each category contains dozens of tools, such as lesson plan generators, standards navigators, and assessment generators. After selecting a tool to describe grade level and objectives, fill in the form and add personalized instructions if desired. Copy the results, add them to a Word or Google document, or save them to your TeacherServer account. Save your favorite tools to find and access them easily from your account dashboard.

tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), professional development (390), Teacher Utilities (203)

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Bookmark and save TeacherServer as a helpful tool for increasing productivity and efficiency in any classroom. Generate and edit lesson plans, use other tools to differentiate learning for students with different ability levels or abilities, or provide choices for students to share their learning. Include ideas from the parent section to share ideas for supporting students at home, write professional emails, and provide customized strategies for many different student needs.
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Psychology - Crash Course

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7 to 12
 
The Crash Course Psychology series provides accessible, video-based lessons on various psychological concepts, from the basics of brain function and psychological research to topics...more
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The Crash Course Psychology series provides accessible, video-based lessons on various psychological concepts, from the basics of brain function and psychological research to topics like personality disorders, social influence, and cognitive processes. It is designed to offer engaging, educational content suitable for students and those interested in learning more about human behavior and mental processes. Each episode delves into different aspects of psychology, using clear explanations and real-world examples to make complex topics understandable. Some of the videos have short advertisements prior to the start since they are hosted on YouTube. This website uses YouTube, so if your school doesn't allow it, this may not be a good resource for you. There is an option on the site to download the videos to view off of YouTube.
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tag(s): behavior (44), brain (56), psychology (65)

In the Classroom

Have students design a simple experiment based on psychological concepts like memory, perception, or behavior. Assign famous psychology case studies for students to analyze and discuss the findings. Let students take a personality test (e.g., Myers-Briggs) and compare their results, discussing personality theory. Label and explore different brain regions and their functions after watching related episodes.
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The State of AI in Education [+AI Trends for 2024] - Daleska Pedriquez and Caktus

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K to 12
This blog post uses information from a survey of active AI users to provide insight into the current uses of AI in today's classrooms. The infographics share details on how ...more
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This blog post uses information from a survey of active AI users to provide insight into the current uses of AI in today's classrooms. The infographics share details on how students use AI, how often students use AI for schoolwork, and other AI-related questions. This post also includes a short analysis of the results of each survey question. A glimpse into the future applications of AI reveals its expanding role in interactive games, adaptive learning platforms, tutoring, and grading to support educators.

tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), parents (56), professional development (390)

In the Classroom

Include this post as part of your professional discussions about the use of AI by educators and students. Consider taking a survey of parents, students, and educators in your school or district to learn more about the use of AI locally using PollMaker, reviewed here. Select the survey creator and add questions similar to those in the blog post, or use the AI tool to generate questions for your survey. Share the results with your school community as they learn about AI and how to adapt the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms.
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My Cyberspace Academy Lesson 12: Copyright and Plagiarism - Carnegie Mellon University

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3 to 12
 
The PDF lesson plan from Carnegie Mellon University introduces students to copyright issues, defines new terms, emphasizes illegal actions that could occur when using information from...more
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The PDF lesson plan from Carnegie Mellon University introduces students to copyright issues, defines new terms, emphasizes illegal actions that could occur when using information from the Internet, and provides guidance on safe practices for searching and using information online. It includes learning objectives and materials for teachers to use with students.

tag(s): copyright (44), internet safety (114), plagiarism (34)

In the Classroom

In addition to the existing lesson plan, in small groups, have students use FreeComicMaker.com, reviewed here to create comics featuring heroes who respect copyright laws and villains who disregard them. This project encourages creativity and application of knowledge in a new context extending learning. Then, organize a virtual gallery walk for students to view each group's comics. Utilize a quiz program like Kahoot, reviewed here and use the information from the lesson to create a quiz that focuses on different aspects of copyright. Have students create their own Legal or Illegal trading card utilizing Trading Card Creator, reviewed here.
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Choose 2 Matter - Choose2Matter Inc.

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4 to 12
 
Choose2Matter invites people to discover that what they do matters and to take action on their dreams and passions. Visit the Resource section then, click Exercises to find four learning...more
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Choose2Matter invites people to discover that what they do matters and to take action on their dreams and passions. Visit the Resource section then, click Exercises to find four learning modules ranging from one hour to a full-day session. Each course description includes objectives, a timed agenda, and accompanying materials, including videos.
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tag(s): back to school (55), character education (80), differentiation (85), mentoring (6), professional development (390), social and emotional learning (106)

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Even if you don't plan on teaching any of the modules, use the included activities and videos to support SEL learning in your classroom. Extend student learning by having students upload a photo they have taken and add their voice with their manifesto using a tool such as Blabberize, reviewed here. Include an area on your LMS or class website for you and your students to share actions that contribute to helping themselves and others.
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AI for Education Resource Hub - Ai for Education

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K to 12
Navigating and understanding artificial intelligence (AI) tools and resources is complex. AI for Education offers many resources to assist teachers in understanding how to use AI, developing...more
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Navigating and understanding artificial intelligence (AI) tools and resources is complex. AI for Education offers many resources to assist teachers in understanding how to use AI, developing policies, and correctly using AI in any classroom. The articles provided offer guidance for educators on developing effective prompts, creating student guides, and avoiding common mistakes when working with AI. Visit other links on the site to register for upcoming webinars, access an AI curriculum for students, and find downloadable classroom materials. This site also offers a robust library of chat prompts for teachers, students, and administrators. Learn more about the Prompt Library, reviewed here.

tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), parents (56), professional development (390)

In the Classroom

Bookmark and save this site as a professional development resource for learning about and using AI tools and resources. Share the included AI policy considerations with administrators to use as a guide when developing district policies regarding the use of AI. Consider using Wakelet, reviewed here or another curation tool to organize and share information about AI with peers. Along with professional development information, include ideas for curriculum integration, effective prompts, resources that offer AI, and suggestions for use. Share information from this site with parents and guardians to help them understand AI and how it might be used in the classroom to support learning.
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Summer Specials - TeachersFirst

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K to 12
Keep students engaged in fun, enriching activities this summer with the diverse learning opportunities showcased in this collection. From resources focused on robotics and coding to...more
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Keep students engaged in fun, enriching activities this summer with the diverse learning opportunities showcased in this collection. From resources focused on robotics and coding to reading incentives at local libraries and restaurants, these summer programs strive to prevent learning loss while still feeling like a vacation. Find audiobooks, online courses, exercise programs, and more to round out the compilation of vetted resources. Easily share these ideas for summer academic and physical engagement with colleagues, families, and students.

tag(s): seasonal (16), summer (28)

In the Classroom

Find new tools, activities, and more to share with your students for use during the summer break! Each review includes classroom use ideas. Read the details of each tool and find the ones that will be useful to your students.
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Everybody Has a Brain - Everybody Has a Brain

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6 to 12
EverybodyHasABrain.com is a comprehensive resource focused on mental health education and promoting brain health. The website, in a blog format, offers a wealth of information, including...more
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EverybodyHasABrain.com is a comprehensive resource focused on mental health education and promoting brain health. The website, in a blog format, offers a wealth of information, including articles, videos, and interactive tools, aimed at understanding mental illnesses, their prevention, and strategies for maintaining mental well-being. They believe that education and awareness are key to reducing stigma and empowering individuals to care for their mental health. The site can be searched by archive month, topic, or a general search.

tag(s): mental health (49)

In the Classroom

Use the site's articles and videos as a basis for lessons on mental health awareness. Topics could include understanding different mental illnesses, recognizing signs of mental health issues, and learning about the importance of mental well-being. Encourage students to create awareness campaigns or projects based on the information they learn from the site, aiming to reduce the stigma around mental health in the school community. They can use programs like Canva, reviewed here to create posters or Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here to create video Public Service Announcements that can be shared during a school-wide assembly or news show to bring more mindfulness to the classroom. Utilize the site's resources on mindfulness and meditation for guided sessions in the classroom, helping students learn valuable skills for managing stress and anxiety.
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