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Ancient African Kingdom of Mali: Sundiata The Lion King - Ancient African Kingdom of Mali: Sundiata The Lion King
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3 to 5
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This short article features Sundiata, the Lion King of Mali. The article highlights his achievements as king, such as building a strong army to entice trade and farming. Visit the ...more
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This short article features Sundiata, the Lion King of Mali. The article highlights his achievements as king, such as building a strong army to entice trade and farming. Visit the additional links to learn more about the Ancient Kingdom of Mali and other Ancient African Kingdoms.
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Students can compare and contrast Sundiata to another ancient leader using Figma, reviewed here. Students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to take a virtual field trip to Africa. Students can use Timelinely, reviewed hereto highlight important achievements of Sundiata.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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The Gilded Age - PBS LearningMedia
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9 to 12
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Step back into one of the most transformative and turbulent periods in American history with PBS LearningMedia's American Experience: The Gilded Age collection. This curated set of...more
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Step back into one of the most transformative and turbulent periods in American history with PBS LearningMedia's American Experience: The Gilded Age collection. This curated set of free, classroom-ready resources offers teachers a dynamic way to explore the rapid industrial growth, political upheaval, and social inequality that defined the late 19th century. Featuring documentary clips, primary source sets, and lesson-ready materials, the collection brings to life key figures like Andrew Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, and Mary Elizabeth Lease, while examining the era's lasting impact on labor, wealth, and democracy.
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Students can complete the lesson available from PBS. Students can use Sutori reviewed here to create a timeline of the period. Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast the Gilded Age to another period in United States history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline: Causes of the American Revolution - WGBH
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6 to 12
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Discover a dynamic tool to explore the sequence of British policy changes that led American colonists to seek independence. This resource enables students to explore key events, thereby...more
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Discover a dynamic tool to explore the sequence of British policy changes that led American colonists to seek independence. This resource enables students to explore key events, thereby enhancing their understanding of the escalating tensions between Britain and its American colonies. By examining the timeline, students can critically analyze the impact of each policy decision and its role in the path to revolution.
tag(s): american revolution (89), colonial america (97), timelines (58)
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Have students research and add 2-3 events they believe belong on the timeline, justifying their choices with historical sources. Assign students to compare one colonial grievance to a modern-day protest or policy debate, drawing parallels in the cause, public reaction, and resolution. Challenge students to choose one timeline event and write a script for a news broadcast from the colonists' perspective. They can record it using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here or Mootion, reviewed here. Using the timeline entries, have students create a cause-and-effect map using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here that links specific British policies (ex., Stamp Act, Tea Act) with colonial responses (ex., boycotts, protests).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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10 Infographic Examples for Students - ShutterStock
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5 to 12
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ShutterStock's 10 Infographic Examples for Students (with Free Templates!) features infographic examples to share with students. Examples include Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle, How...more
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ShutterStock's 10 Infographic Examples for Students (with Free Templates!) features infographic examples to share with students. Examples include Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle, How Do Our Ears Work, School Lunch, Eating Disorder Awareness, Seeping Conditions PSA, and more. Tips for creating an infographic are also offered. The site also allows you to use Shutterstock to create, download, and print your infographics.
tag(s): infographics (61)
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Students can use Shutterstock to create infographics. Students can post questions on the infographics created/viewed on Padlet, reviewed here. Students can use WordClouds, reviewed here to post words associated with the infographic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Infographics Presentation Templates - SlidesGo
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5 to 12
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SlidesGo Infographics Presentation Templates is a site that offers three templates in its free plan. Templates are for Canva, Google Slides, and PowerPoint. Note that the crown is only...more
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SlidesGo Infographics Presentation Templates is a site that offers three templates in its free plan. Templates are for Canva, Google Slides, and PowerPoint. Note that the crown is only available to Premium subscribers. Templates include timelines, project management tools, graph paper, market shares, financial information, dating apps, and more.
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Students can download infographics to customize for classroom assignments. Students can use Canva Edu, reviewed here to create their own infographics. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post their infographics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Infographic Powerpoint Templates and Google Slides Themes - Slides Carnival
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5 to 12
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Discover over four hundred free infographic templates to use to enrich presentations. All presentations can be downloaded into Canva, PowerPoint, and Google Slides. Examples of infographics...more
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Discover over four hundred free infographic templates to use to enrich presentations. All presentations can be downloaded into Canva, PowerPoint, and Google Slides. Examples of infographics include data tables, scorecards, world heat maps, career choices, make-or-buy, hierarchies, and more.
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Students can download an infographic to customize for classroom assignments. Students can use Canva Edu, reviewed here to create their own infographics. Finally, students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post their infographics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using Infographics to Build Media Literacy and Higher-Order Thinking Skills - Edutopia
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5 to 12
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View this article that shares the power of infographics and the importance of teaching students how to read them. The article continues with guidance on teaching infographic literacy,...more
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View this article that shares the power of infographics and the importance of teaching students how to read them. The article continues with guidance on teaching infographic literacy, including websites to find information, investigating infographics, creation, and interrogation.
tag(s): infographics (61)
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Have students create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here or the other creation tools featured in the article. Students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare and contrast their interpretation of the infographics. Students can use Class Tools Image Annotator, reviewed here to add "hot spots" to their images to include links to information.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experiences: Biographies - PBS LearningMedia
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3 to 12
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The "American Experience: Biographies" collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into the lives and contributions...more
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The "American Experience: Biographies" collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into the lives and contributions of influential figures in American history. Notable individuals featured include Ulysses S. Grant, Frederick Douglass, Mark Twain, and Harry S. Truman. This collection Covers diverse individuals from various eras and fields, and provides valuable materials to enhance lessons and engage students in exploring the personal stories that have shaped the nation's past.
tag(s): biographies (97), famous people (31), kennedy (21), mark twain (9), railroads (16), roosevelt (17)
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Select 5-6 figures from the collection and provide students with brief, intriguing clues about each person's life. Students can guess who each person is before viewing the corresponding video segments. Have students write and perform a mock interview with one of the featured individuals, using facts from the collection to script questions and answers. Students can select a modern figure, compare their life, work, and impact to one historical figure from the collection, and present their findings in a Venn diagram using Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. After watching a documentary clip, students can create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here highlighting the person's early life, achievements, challenges, and legacy.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Escape Games - Crazy Games
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4 to 12
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Crazy Games offers a variety of digital escape rooms that require players to use problem-solving skills to escape a situation, involving puzzles, riddles, and logical thinking before...more
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Crazy Games offers a variety of digital escape rooms that require players to use problem-solving skills to escape a situation, involving puzzles, riddles, and logical thinking before time runs out. A two-player option is available on some of the escape rooms. Some digital escape rooms featured are Nuclear Day, Strange Case, Daily Escape Room, and more. Note that the topics offered range in subject matter, and some may not be suitable for elementary or middle school students. We recommend previewing before you share.
tag(s): digital escapes (25), problem solving (243)
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Students can participate in the digital escape rooms that are featured on the site. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to write the answers. Students can use Dotstorming, reviewed here to rank their favorite digital escape room.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Open Canopy - Project Zero
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K to 12
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The Open Canopy, part of the Out of Eden Learn platform, is an engaging online forum designed for students in a wide range of grade levels. It offers 8-12 week ...more
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The Open Canopy, part of the Out of Eden Learn platform, is an engaging online forum designed for students in a wide range of grade levels. It offers 8-12 week "learning journeys" that encourage students from around the world to explore different cultures, share their perspectives, and engage in meaningful discussions. By seeing assignments completed by peers from diverse backgrounds, students gain a broader understanding of global perspectives. The platform promotes respectful dialogue, cultural awareness, and reflection, enabling young learners to develop empathy and effective communication skills. With clear community guidelines and an emphasis on belonging and accountability, The Open Canopy provides a safe, educational space where students can connect, collaborate, and grow as global citizens.
tag(s): communication (113), cultures (249), digital citizenship (84), diversity (49), empathy (39), perspective (24)
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Assign students to create a story map of their own lives or family histories, inspired by Paul Salopek's journey. They can use a digital tool such as Google My Maps, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here or a physical map to highlight meaningful locations and experiences. If students interact with peers on The Open Canopy, they can develop follow-up questions and create video or written responses to continue cross-cultural conversations. Consider making a shared Padlet to communicate back-and-forth. Students can complete a learning journey activity from The Open Canopy and compare their responses with those from students in other countries. This can lead to class discussions about different cultures, traditions, and perspectives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Star Doll - Star Doll AB
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4 to 8
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Stardoll is an online dress-up and fashion simulation game where students can create and customize virtual dolls, design outfits, and decorate their own digital spaces. The platform...more
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Stardoll is an online dress-up and fashion simulation game where students can create and customize virtual dolls, design outfits, and decorate their own digital spaces. The platform encourages creativity, self-expression, and design skills, making it a fun tool for exploring fashion, storytelling, and even entrepreneurship through its in-game currency and shop features. With a social component, students can interact with others in a monitored environment while learning about digital citizenship and online etiquette. Stardoll can be integrated into lessons on character design, marketing, and personal branding, providing a unique way to engage students in creative and digital literacy activities. This is available on any device with a web browser or as an App through the Apple App Store or Google Play.
tag(s): business (54), DAT device agnostic tool (124), digital citizenship (84), fashion (15), game based learning (215)
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Students can create an outfit using Stardoll's design tools and then recreate it as a real-life sketch or fabric collage. Use Stardoll's social features to discuss online etiquette, internet safety, and responsible digital communication. Have students reflect on how they interact in virtual spaces and create a guide for positive online behavior. Assign students different historical periods (e.g., the 1920s, Renaissance, or Ancient Egypt) and have them design outfits inspired by those eras using Stardoll. They can then present their designs along with research on a timeline using Sutori, reviewed here or Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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A Vibration I Can See: Jazz in Leo Valledor's Art - Asian Art Museum
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K to 12
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This lesson plan explores the connection between abstract art and jazz through the works of Filipino American artist Leo Valledor. Students learn about Valledor's use of color, shape,...more
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This lesson plan explores the connection between abstract art and jazz through the works of Filipino American artist Leo Valledor. Students learn about Valledor's use of color, shape, and movement to create rhythm in his paintings, much like jazz musicians create rhythm in music. Teachers can use this resource to engage students in discussions about cross-cultural influences, abstract expressionism, and the role of music in visual art. Download the Teacher Packet to access five lessons correlated to Common Core Standards, each lesson is designed to take place over two fifty-minute class periods. Activities encourage creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression, making it a valuable addition to art and humanities lessons for upper elementary and secondary students. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artists (90), asia (139), colors (64), critical thinking (140), cross cultural understanding (179), jazz (16), painting (55), rhythm (22)
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Play different jazz songs while students create abstract artwork inspired by the music's rhythm, tempo, and mood. Discuss how different sounds influence their color choices, brushstrokes, and shapes. In small groups, students can take turns adding to a large abstract painting while listening to jazz, responding visually to one another's work in a musical jam session-like setting. Afterward, they reflect on how the collaborative process mirrored jazz improvisation. Students write a short poem or narrative inspired by one of Valledor's paintings, describing how the shapes and colors "sound" to them. They can personify the artwork as a piece of jazz music, imagining how it would move or feel if it were to come to life.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Online Digital Escape Rooms - Ditch that Textbook Digital
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K to 12
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Ditch that Textbook Digital Escape Rooms offers free digital escape rooms. The escape rooms offered include: Mission School Blackout and Junior, Candy Crush, Monster Mash, Harry Potter,...more
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Ditch that Textbook Digital Escape Rooms offers free digital escape rooms. The escape rooms offered include: Mission School Blackout and Junior, Candy Crush, Monster Mash, Harry Potter, Olympics, Animal Adventures, and many more. Some escape rooms are offered using only Google or Microsoft tools. Click on the Escape room you want and add it to your cart, then fill in your name and email address. Once you get the email follow the directions by downloading the PDF.
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Students can participate in the digital escape rooms that are featured on the site. Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to write the answers. Students can use Seesaw, reviewed here as a journal to figure out the answers to the questions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Escape the Room! Classroom Games - Active History
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6 to 12
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ActiveHistory's "Escape the Room! Classroom Games" offer educators an innovative way to immerse students in historical learning through interactive, puzzle-based scenarios. These activities...more
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ActiveHistory's "Escape the Room! Classroom Games" offer educators an innovative way to immerse students in historical learning through interactive, puzzle-based scenarios. These activities challenge learners to collaborate and apply their historical knowledge to solve missions within a set timeframe. Each escape room includes a compelling storyline, a series of tasks linked to historical events, and a final mission that synthesizes the lesson's objectives. Topics span a wide range of historical periods, including the Black Death, Imperial Rome, and the Cold War, allowing teachers to select scenarios that align with their curriculum.
tag(s): cold war (36), digital escapes (25), romans (52)
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Students can participate in the digital escape rooms. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to share the information that they learned. Students can create their own escape room after finishing a topic by using Google Forms reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Christmas Escape Room - Genially
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K to 7
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Using this template, you can create an engaging and interactive Christmas escape room with animations, questions, and videos. This escape room includes multiple-choice, drag-and-drop,...more
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Using this template, you can create an engaging and interactive Christmas escape room with animations, questions, and videos. This escape room includes multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and true/false questions to guide students to victory during their missions and decorate the Christmas tree. After editing the template, publish and share with students using the provided links.
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tag(s): christmas (37), digital escapes (25), gamification (75), hanukkah (22), holidays (228), kwanzaa (22)
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Edit and personalize the questions in this escape room to create an engaging activity for students to complete during holiday parties. Include other December holidays, such as Kwanzaa and Hannukah, to create a multicultural holiday escape room. Visit TeachersFirst Special Topics Pages Kwanzaa, reviewed here, Christmas Resources, reviewed here, and Hannukah Resources, reviewed here to find resources to include with a multicultural holiday escape room.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Moment of Um - Brains On
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K to 12
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Brains On's "Moment of Um" features little answers to big questions. Podcast episodes include: How do Polaroids develop pictures so quickly?, How can mold be used for medicine?, How...more
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Brains On's "Moment of Um" features little answers to big questions. Podcast episodes include: How do Polaroids develop pictures so quickly?, How can mold be used for medicine?, How do frogs' tongues stretch so far?, When do people start wearing makeup?, Do fish have tongues, and more. Episodes are typically between four and eight minutes long.
tag(s): animals (291), dinosaurs (48), moon (73), plants (148), podcasts (137)
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Encourage students to maintain a journal where they record intriguing questions that arise during lessons or daily life. Periodically, select a question to research collectively, using Moment of Um episodes as a starting point for investigation and discussion. Assign students to work in pairs or small groups to produce their own short podcast using Buzzsprout reviewed here episodes answering a curious question. They'll research the topic, write a script, and record their segment, honing research and communication skills. After listening to an episode, challenge students to connect the topic to other subjects. For example, an episode about the strongest glue can lead to a science experiment on adhesives or a history lesson on ancient construction techniquesAdd your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kids Listen - Kids Listen
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Kids Listen is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting high-quality, screen-free audio content for children. Its website, kidslisten.org, serves as a curated hub for educators...more
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Kids Listen is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting high-quality, screen-free audio content for children. Its website, kidslisten.org, serves as a curated hub for educators and families, offering a diverse directory of kid-friendly podcasts categorized by age group (from preschoolers to teens) and themes such as science, history, storytelling, and social-emotional learning. Educators can explore shows like Circle Round (folktales), Tumble (science), and But Why (curiosity-driven Q&A), many of which include transcripts, discussion prompts, and classroom activity ideas. This resource is ideal for teachers seeking engaging, educational audio content to enhance literacy, critical thinking, and listening skills across various subjects and grade levels.
tag(s): critical thinking (140), folktales (38), listening (97), literacy (121), podcasts (137), social and emotional learning (114)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions and comments. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to keep a list of questions to ask for future episodes. Finally, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit the places that are featured in some of the episodes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Welcome to Brains On! - Brains On! Universe
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Brains On! is a fun and educational podcast where host Molly Bloom is joined by a different kid each episode to explore curious questions about science and the world around ...more
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Brains On! is a fun and educational podcast where host Molly Bloom is joined by a different kid each episode to explore curious questions about science and the world around us. The show's mission is to spark kids' natural curiosity through engaging topics that blend science and history. Episodes cover a wide range of subjects, such as what asthma is, why we have crushes, how paper is made, artificial intelligence, and how much the brain can hold. Many episodes include lesson plans and transcripts for educators, and each episode runs about 30 minutes.
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Have students listen to an episode and jot down questions, surprising facts, or favorite moments in a Padlet reviewed here to post questions and comments. Use the provided educator lesson plans to explore the episode's topic in greater depth. Assign a short project, such as building a paper-making model after the "How is paper made?" episode, or writing a narrative from the perspective of a brain cell after "How much can your brain hold?" Students can use Google My Map, reviewed here to visit the places that are featured in some of the episodes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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History.com - History.com
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The History Channel website is a rich resource for teachers, offering a wide variety of articles, videos, lesson plans, and interactive content on historical events, famous figures,...more
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The History Channel website is a rich resource for teachers, offering a wide variety of articles, videos, lesson plans, and interactive content on historical events, famous figures, and cultural movements. It provides engaging materials across different time periods and topics, making it a valuable tool for social studies, history, and civics lessons. Teachers can use its documentaries, primary source collections, and quizzes to enhance classroom discussions and encourage critical thinking. The site is great for bringing history to life with multimedia content that supports diverse learning styles. Some of the videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): cold war (36), colonial america (97), great depression (30), holidays (228), immigration (79), space (231), womenchangemaker (67), world war 1 (83), world war 2 (168)
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Use virtual tours or videos from the History Channel to explore historical landmarks or events. Afterward, students can write a reflection or compare and contrast the historical site with others they've studied in class and use Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to make a diagram showing their findings. Students can compare a History Channel documentary to other historical depictions in the media, analyzing the accuracy and bias of each. Have students create a multimedia project using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here that either supports or critiques a historical portrayal, using History Channel resources as a reference point.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Take A Family Break Videos, Activities, and Songs - WXXI
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WXXI's "Take A Family Break" offers short videos and activities designed to help children and adults de-stress through simple exercises, such as stretching, breathing techniques, and...more
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WXXI's "Take A Family Break" offers short videos and activities designed to help children and adults de-stress through simple exercises, such as stretching, breathing techniques, and interactive games. At school, teachers can utilize these quick breaks to enhance focus and foster a calming classroom environment. At home, families can incorporate them into daily routines to bond and manage stress together. Each video includes additional resources, such as articles and related activities, to further support emotional well-being.
tag(s): social and emotional learning (114), stress (7)
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Use the short videos as quick movement or mindfulness breaks between lessons to help students refocus and improve concentration. Activities such as belly breathing or freeze dance can help energize or calm students as needed. Pair activities with subjects like science (learning about the body and breathing), ELA (storytelling exercises), or math (counting games). This helps reinforce learning in a fun, interactive way. Turn the activities into a class-wide challenge by tracking the number of different exercises students try each week. Encourage students to share their favorite techniques and create their own variations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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