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AhaSlides - AhaSlides Pte Ltd
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K to 12
Add polls, quizzes, word clouds, and more to your presentation with AhaSlides. AhaSlides works with Google Slides, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and more to share and receive participant...more
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Add polls, quizzes, word clouds, and more to your presentation with AhaSlides. AhaSlides works with Google Slides, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and more to share and receive participant responses using premade templates or creating your own. In addition, take advantage of the AI features to instantly create quizzes from a prompt or an uploaded PowerPoint or PDF document. The education templates include commonly used teaching strategies such as random name spinners, brainstorming, and thinking strategies such as I Know, I Wonder. After selecting a template, edit the text and personalize the slides to fit your needs. Choose "present now" to begin your activity. Participants can join using the customized link or with the attached QR code. Results appear instantly within your presentation and are available in your AhaSlides dashboard. Free plans include audience sizes of up to fifty participants, five questions per quiz, three poll questions, and collaborative editing.
tag(s): data (151), Formative Assessment (74), polls and surveys (49), questioning (36), quizzes (90)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save this handy site for many different classroom uses. Engage students when introducing a new topic by creating a poll to assess learning quickly or find students' interest in a subject. Use a poll as an exit ticket or as a formative assessment. Enhance learning by adding a link to a poll as part of a blended or flipped learning activity. For example, when delivering a flipped learning lesson using Microsoft Forms, reviewed here, include a link to a poll that asks students to reflect upon their understanding of the content learned.iorad - iorad Inc.
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K to 12iorad is a browser-based resource for creating interactive step-by-step tutorials for using any website. Tutorials include highlighted and interactive directions. Create a free personal...more
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iorad is a browser-based resource for creating interactive step-by-step tutorials for using any website. Tutorials include highlighted and interactive directions. Create a free personal account, then follow the directions to download iorad's browser extension or desktop application to your computer. Create a tutorial by selecting the "new capture" link and following the directions to begin recording from your chosen tab. Demonstrate the procedure and stop recording when finished. iorad automatically creates the tutorial and offers options to edit the contents before completing the publishing process. Share completed tutorials using the links or embed code provided.
In the Classroom
The number of classroom uses for this tool is countless! Use iorad to create guides for students to log in to software, games, and computer programs. Create step-by-step guides for students on adding or editing images in tools such as Google Slides, reviewed here or Genially, reviewed here. Ask students to include iorad tutorials within multimedia presentations to demonstrate information, such as how to search Google for Creative Commons Images or narrow searches to fit into a custom time frame. Create tutorials to share with parents for use at home as a guide for accessing online tools needed for homework or practice. If you need a guide for completing any online activities, iorad is the perfect answer!Prodia - Prodia
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K to 12Prodia is an easy-to-use generative AI image-creation tool that doesn't require registration. Enter your prompt in the chat and click to generate your image in just a few seconds. Once...more
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Prodia is an easy-to-use generative AI image-creation tool that doesn't require registration. Enter your prompt in the chat and click to generate your image in just a few seconds. Once generated, hover over the image to regenerate it, download it as a PNG file, or delete it. Additional settings for advanced users include choice of AI model, adding words to exclude from the AI art, and image creation settings.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (177), editing (93), images (263)
In the Classroom
Use Prodia to generate images for many different classroom uses quickly. Generate pictures to use as creative writing prompts, as artwork for newsletters and slide presentations, and create images to teach vocabulary in foreign language classes. Use image creation tools to help students explore how to write descriptive and effective prompts that generate their desired outcome. Ask students to create images to include with any writing project, and share student writing in digital books using Book Creator, reviewed here. Use Book Creator's many features, including images, student writing, audio recordings, and more, to create interactive books to share with peers and family members.Microsoft Reflect - Microsoft
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K to 12Reflect is a well-being app that uses check-ins to support connections in learning communities and promote a culture of self-awareness and empathy. Reflect is built into Teams education...more
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Reflect is a well-being app that uses check-ins to support connections in learning communities and promote a culture of self-awareness and empathy. Reflect is built into Teams education accounts and requires signing in with a valid school account to use within Google Classroom, Canvas, and other Learning Management Systems. Some available activities include brain breaks, guided meditation, and 2-minute stretching routines.
tag(s): classroom management (120), communication (129), social and emotional learning (102), Teacher Utilities (197)
In the Classroom
Use Reflect as part of your classroom social and emotional support activities. For elementary classrooms, include daily check-ins, provide learning opportunities to encourage the use of emotional vocabulary, and incorporate reflections as part of discussions of characters and their emotions when reading stories and books. In middle school, include Reflect as part of weekly check-ins for emotional support, facilitate group discussions based upon feedback from check-ins, or use Reflect's tools to encourage students to set personal and academic goals. Use Reflect with high school students to promote mental health awareness and provide tools for stress management.MirrorTalk - Swivl
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K to 12MirrorTalk uses AI as a partner to create and share meaningful opportunities for cognitive and emotional reflection in any classroom. It is also an assessment tool that can help develop...more
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MirrorTalk uses AI as a partner to create and share meaningful opportunities for cognitive and emotional reflection in any classroom. It is also an assessment tool that can help develop continuing learning growth. The AI features thoughtful questions that guide participants through a reflective process using personalized prompts. After creating an account, create a group by adding a group name and grade level, and define how students access the activity. Access options include student login, name only without email, or open access without a name; however, video is required. Additional options offer video or audio and presentation in English or Spanish. Set up reflections by adding your objective and the type of focus to use, such as depth of knowledge, problem-solving, and others. Share the prompts with students using the assignment link. As students respond, your dashboard on MirrorTalk updates with charts that provide feedback on student responses and suggestions for supporting each student in their learning process.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (177), assessment (147), DAT device agnostic tool (147), Formative Assessment (74), preK (270), social and emotional learning (102), Teacher Utilities (197), teaching strategies (50), thinking skills (17)
In the Classroom
MirrorTalk can be used in many ways to support student learning and reflection. Begin the school year with a prompt that encourages students to reflect on the previous school year and set goals for the new year. Create prompts as exit tickets for students to reflect on the day's lesson and as a formative assessment for you to modify upcoming lessons as needed. Use this tool as part of a retrieval practice strategy to encourage students to recall facts about new concepts learned in class. Learn more about retrieval practice by watching the archived OK2Ask: 3 Cool Tools for Retrieval Practice, reviewed here and by visiting this blog post, Using Retrieval Practice to Boost Student Learning, found here.Blogger - Google
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K to 12Blogger is a free blogging platform from Google that includes free templates and custom URLs. Select "Create your blog" and sign in with your Google account. Follow the prompts to ...more
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Blogger is a free blogging platform from Google that includes free templates and custom URLs. Select "Create your blog" and sign in with your Google account. Follow the prompts to add a new blog, provide a title, and then customize using features on your dashboard, including layout, theme, and settings, such as the ability to add comments and shared authors. After customizing the look and information on your blog, use the link to publish and share the content. At the bottom of the main page find the Help tag to see videos such as How to publish a blog post, How to post your blog from your mobile phone, and more.
tag(s): blogs (65), communication (129), digital storytelling (154), writing (324)
In the Classroom
Use Blogger to create and share your class blog with students and parents. Include updates on classroom lessons and upcoming events, and share pictures of students at work (with appropriate permissions). Add this site to your list of website creation tools for students to use for many projects. For example, ask students to share poems, lab reports, or quick journal entries and add an image or links to additional information. If students create pages, check with your district's policy on publishing student work. Have students take turns writing weekly blog posts that share information about what they learned at school or ask them to share writing or research projects with family and friends. Use images you and your students take, or find free image resources on TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Free Image Resources, reviewed here.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Includes social features, such as "friends," comments, ratings by others
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Products can be embedded
Products can be shared by URL
Multiple users can collaborate on the same project
Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Education - Anti-Defamation League
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K to 12ADL Education provides professional learning resources, educational programs, and strategies for building and sustaining equitable and inclusive environments. Program topics include...more
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ADL Education provides professional learning resources, educational programs, and strategies for building and sustaining equitable and inclusive environments. Program topics include Anti-Bias, Antisemitism, Holocaust Education, and Bullying and Cyberbullying Education. Browse all content or use the filters to find online learning, classroom, and family resources. The classroom resources include a booklist, lessons for K-12 classrooms, monthly featured books, and more. Most lesson plans correlate to Common Core and SEL Standards.
tag(s): bias (27), bullying (48), civil rights (209), cross cultural understanding (173), cyberbullying (40), difficult conversations (57), disabilities (32), holocaust (42), racism (79), religions (95), social and emotional learning (102), women (151)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save this site throughout the year as a resource for lessons and learning resources relating to many social and emotional learning topics. Include ideas and resources to build more comprehensive learning experiences with your current activities. Differentiate activities based upon student abilities and interests using AI tools such as Magic School, reviewed here. For example, Magic School can generate Choice Board activities or Project-Based Learning activities to extend learning based on any of the lesson plans shared by ADL Education.
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Racism. No Way - NSW Department of Education
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K to 12This site shares anti-racism and anti-prejudice education resources for Australian schools that provide support for schools in any country. Visit the different areas to learn how to...more
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This site shares anti-racism and anti-prejudice education resources for Australian schools that provide support for schools in any country. Visit the different areas to learn how to understand racism and bias in various institutions and religions. Find anti-racism and anti-prejudice lessons for all grade levels, including quizzes, classes, and activities that provide foundational skills to counter racism and prejudice.
tag(s): bias (27), difficult conversations (57), racism (79), social and emotional learning (102)
In the Classroom
Include this site with your resources for teaching about racism and prejudice. Use a curation tool such as Wakelet, reviewed here to gather resources and share with students. Engage students using Parable of the Polygons, reviewed here to introduce the topic of bias in an easy-to-understand way. For younger students, visit Anti-Racism for Kids 101: Starting to Talk About Race, reviewed here.EdJustice - National Education Association (NEA)
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8 to 12EdJustice is an outreach by the NEA to advance social justice issues in public education. Tools for Justice resources include Freedom to Learn, Immigration Justice, and Racial Justice...more
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EdJustice is an outreach by the NEA to advance social justice issues in public education. Tools for Justice resources include Freedom to Learn, Immigration Justice, and Racial Justice and more. Tools for Justice provides communication tips, guides for conducting respectful conversations, and resources to learn more about each topic. Take Action shares links to support social justice causes. Art for Action offers downloadable posters and digital art to share with communities and for personal activism.
tag(s): difficult conversations (57), empathy (34), immigration (68), racism (79), social and emotional learning (102)
In the Classroom
Use the ideas on this site and others to support students in discussing social justice issues. Find additional ideas on conducting difficult conversations on the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Resources Related to Difficult Conversations, reviewed here. Encourage students to share their ideas by creating posters using tools available from Canva Edu, reviewed here or create interactive presentations using Genially, reviewed here.ClassQuestion - Adam Blalock
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4 to 12ClassQuestion is an easy-to-use tool for getting feedback. Send questions and receive instant feedback with a plot of the results. Create a free account, then use the menu to locate...more
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ClassQuestion is an easy-to-use tool for getting feedback. Send questions and receive instant feedback with a plot of the results. Create a free account, then use the menu to locate how to create a new class. After making a class, follow the prompts to create a question by adding the number of answers and identifying the correct answer; choose none if conducting a poll or if only recording student participation. Save your question, then share it from your classroom folders. To respond, students create an account and access questions on their own devices using your classroom code. Your results are available in the Question Data section of the account dashboard.
tag(s): assessment (147), data (151), Formative Assessment (74), polls and surveys (49), questioning (36), quizzes (90)
In the Classroom
Use ClassQuestion to receive instant feedback for many different classroom purposes. For example, use this tool to create exit tickets to help determine students' understanding of content and guide further lessons. Use this tool as a debate and discussion starter by asking students to take a stance on a topic, then divide students into groups to develop their position further. Gamify learning by turning review sessions into opportunities for students or groups to earn points for correct responses. Input data collections from students to quickly create graphs; for example, create a poll of students' favorite foods and share the results with students.CurriConnect Book List: Civil War - TeachersFirst
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1 to 12CurriConnects presents this book list about the Civil War. Read fiction and nonfiction about Abe Lincoln, battles, women, children, and slaves during the Civil War. Discover how escaped...more
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CurriConnects presents this book list about the Civil War. Read fiction and nonfiction about Abe Lincoln, battles, women, children, and slaves during the Civil War. Discover how escaped slaves sent codes about Confederate secrets, how children disguised themselves to become soldiers, and more. The collection includes true and fictional tales about people and battles with books for all grade levels. CurriConnects thematic book lists include ISBNs for ordering or searching, interest, grade levels, and Lexile levels to match students' independent reading levels to challenge, not frustrate. Don't miss other CurriConnects themes being added regularly. If your library does not have the books, try interlibrary loan!
tag(s): 1800s (75), black history (133), civil rights (209), civil war (139), lincoln (66), slavery (79)
In the Classroom
During your unit on the Civil War, encourage students to read one of these books for their independent reading. Choose a book from the list for a read-aloud with your class. Older students could choose from this list for literature circles.Teaching for Change - Teaching for Change
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K to 12Teaching for Change offers educators resources for building social justice through classroom activities by sharing professional development, social justice lessons, resources,...more
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Teaching for Change offers educators resources for building social justice through classroom activities by sharing professional development, social justice lessons, resources, and learning communities. Visit the Educator Resources to find resources linked to areas of focus that include anti-bias education, civil rights teaching, social justice books, and much more. The book section includes booklists and picture book reviews by theme.
tag(s): bias (27), central america (20), civil rights (209), cross cultural understanding (173), difficult conversations (57)
In the Classroom
Add this resource to your teaching resources when teaching social justice issues. Visit the booklist to find resources in your classroom library that address many forms of social injustice and cultural issues. Teach students how to engage in productive conversations about difficult topics using resources shared on TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Resources Related to Difficult Conversations, reviewed here. Encourage motivated students to become involved in causes that interest them by sharing ideas found on DoSomething.org, reviewed here.
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OK2Ask: Tech Tools Smackdown: Multilingual Learner Edition - TeachersFirst
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K to 12This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from August 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
Multilingual learners...more
Multilingual learners...more
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from August 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
Multilingual learners face unique challenges in the classroom, but technology can be a powerful ally in supporting their language development and academic success. Join us for this fast-paced tech tool smackdown, where we'll compare and contrast some of TeachersFirst contributors' favorite resources for supporting multilingual learners. Get ready to hear about features, functionalities, and classroom implementation ideas that will help you pick the perfect tools for your classroom needs! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Discover and compare some of TeachersFirst contributors' favorite technology tools that support multilingual learners. 2. Evaluate one or more tools for classroom use. 3. Share ideas for using these resources with other participants. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Multilingual learners face unique challenges in the classroom, but technology can be a powerful ally in supporting their language development and academic success. Join us for this fast-paced tech tool smackdown, where we'll compare and contrast some of TeachersFirst contributors' favorite resources for supporting multilingual learners. Get ready to hear about features, functionalities, and classroom implementation ideas that will help you pick the perfect tools for your classroom needs! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Discover and compare some of TeachersFirst contributors' favorite technology tools that support multilingual learners. 2. Evaluate one or more tools for classroom use. 3. Share ideas for using these resources with other participants. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): multilingual (77), professional development (385)
In the Classroom
The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.OK2Ask: AI for Differentiation - TeachersFirst
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K to 12This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from August 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
In today's diverse...more
In today's diverse...more
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In today's diverse classrooms, educators face the challenge of meeting the unique needs of every student. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools offers exciting new opportunities to differentiate instruction to meet these needs. In this dynamic hands-on workshop, we'll explore the intersection of AI technology and the pedagogy behind differentiation to empower educators to create inclusive and effective learning environments. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Learn how to use AI technologies to support differentiated instruction in the classroom. 2. Develop a practical understanding of how to integrate AI tools with established differentiation strategies to create dynamic and inclusive learning experiences for all students. 3. Share ideas with other participants and plan to use AI to differentiate instruction in your learning environment. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
In today's diverse classrooms, educators face the challenge of meeting the unique needs of every student. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools offers exciting new opportunities to differentiate instruction to meet these needs. In this dynamic hands-on workshop, we'll explore the intersection of AI technology and the pedagogy behind differentiation to empower educators to create inclusive and effective learning environments. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Learn how to use AI technologies to support differentiated instruction in the classroom. 2. Develop a practical understanding of how to integrate AI tools with established differentiation strategies to create dynamic and inclusive learning experiences for all students. 3. Share ideas with other participants and plan to use AI to differentiate instruction in your learning environment. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (177), differentiation (84), professional development (385)
In the Classroom
The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Beware the Ides of March. But Why? - History.com
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6 to 12This article describes the origination of the phrase Beware the Ides of March and explains its place in Roman History and Pop Culture. Learn what the phrase meant before Julius ...more
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This article describes the origination of the phrase Beware the Ides of March and explains its place in Roman History and Pop Culture. Learn what the phrase meant before Julius Ceasar was killed, and how that event has influenced today's culture.
tag(s): holidays (187), julius caesar (11), romans (52)
In the Classroom
Use this interesting article during your studies of Ancient Rome or when reading Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar. For younger students, create a guided reading activity using Read Ahead, reviewed here, or with older students, have them annotate the article with Kami, reviewed here. During Halloween, you could use this article to discuss superstitions and what superstitions your students know about. Create a Padlet, reviewed here with columns to keep track of good and bad superstitions.Beware the Ides of March - ReadWriteThink
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6 to 12ReadWriteThink presents this lesson to explore the role of superstitions in modern-day life. Historically, March 15 (the Ides of March) has been associated with doom and disaster. Even...more
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ReadWriteThink presents this lesson to explore the role of superstitions in modern-day life. Historically, March 15 (the Ides of March) has been associated with doom and disaster. Even if you are not teaching Julius Ceasar's Rome or Shakespeare's play by the same name, you can engage your students by studying superstitions.
In the Classroom
Introduce this lesson with a brief discussion about what a superstition is and what are some superstitions your students know about. Create a Padlet, reviewed here with columns for categories of superstitions, for example, good and bad luck, walking under a ladder, opening an umbrella indoors, etc. After the discussions, follow the Classroom Activities and explore the Websites area, having students rotate through stations to explore the subject. As a culminating activity, ask students to create a video using Vmaker, reviewed here to share their impressions about superstitions (leave this wide open, whether they believe in them, have they discussed superstitions with anyone outside of class, and so on). Then, ask students to comment on at least two of their classmate's videos using Now Comment, reviewed here. Use the comment process as an opportunity to talk about digital citizenship and empathy.Rosh Hashanah Resource Collection - The Jewish Educator Portal
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K to 12The Jewish Educator Portal shares a curated and diverse collection of resources for all grade levels to teach about the Jewish New Year. Choose from lesson plans, podcasts, a Padlet...more
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The Jewish Educator Portal shares a curated and diverse collection of resources for all grade levels to teach about the Jewish New Year. Choose from lesson plans, podcasts, a Padlet collection, videos, and more for use in your classroom. Begin by selecting an activity from the provided thumbnail to open a full description that includes suggested grade levels, details for the appropriate setting to conduct the activity, and other helpful information. Open the activity by selecting the dropdown box below the link to view resources. Although registration isn't necessary, creating a free account allows you to bookmark and save favorite resources.
tag(s): cross cultural understanding (173), holidays (187), jews (33), podcasts (108), religions (95), rosh hashanah (13), yom kippur (15)
In the Classroom
Save this resource to include as part of your lessons on Rosh Hashanah. Find additional resources on the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: TeachersFirst's Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Resources, reviewed here. Use Wakelet, reviewed here to curate and share information with students, such as videos, articles, and activities on this site. As an assessment activity, ask students to share information about Rosh Hashanah and Jewish holiday celebrations by creating short animated videos using Vmaker, reviewed here.
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Rosh Hashanah - History.com
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5 to 12What is the significance and history of Rosh Hashanah? Learn about the historical and religious importance of this Jewish holiday, its' customs and symbols, and the celebrations of...more
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What is the significance and history of Rosh Hashanah? Learn about the historical and religious importance of this Jewish holiday, its' customs and symbols, and the celebrations of this annual event. A short video provides additional information and a discussion of the significance of this event to the Jewish community.
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tag(s): cross cultural understanding (173), holidays (187), jews (33), religions (95), rosh hashanah (13)
In the Classroom
This article includes Rosh Hashanah's dates for 2023. Research the dates for the current year, search for premade Rosh Hashanah quizzes on Quizizz, or add the link to this site or a video to automatically generate a quiz using AI to research why dates change annually and find out when Rosh Hashanah begins and ends for the current year. Engage students in learning about this religious holiday using Quizizz, reviewed here as a schema activator. Search for premade Rosh Hashanah quizzes on Quizizz or add the link to this site or a video to generate a quiz using AI automatically. Enhance learning by asking students to interview Jewish peers or community members to learn more about family celebrations of Rosh Hashanah, then use the tools available at Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here to share their understanding by creating flyers, infographics, and other multimedia content.Hispanic Heritage Month Art Lesson Ideas - Art With Trista
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5 to 12Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the artwork of eleven famous Hispanic artists, both past and present. Information on the page includes a short introduction to each of...more
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the artwork of eleven famous Hispanic artists, both past and present. Information on the page includes a short introduction to each of the artists, their style of art, and suggestions for student projects. Scroll down the page to find a link to download a free set of four Hispanic Heritage Month posters after signing up for a free newsletter.
tag(s): artists (84), central america (20), cross cultural understanding (173), hispanic (36), mexico (37), picasso (5), posters (43), south america (47)
In the Classroom
Although some of the artist summaries include links to purchase lessons, the information on this site provides an excellent starting point for learning about Hispanic artists and suggestions for student art projects. Use Figjam, reviewed here to create a collaborative presentation for students to explore the works of the artists mentioned on this site and others. Include links to videos and articles that provide biographical information on the artists and tell more of their stories. Extend learning by asking students to select an artist and create a work in their style. Share student projects throughout Hispanic Heritage Month to learn more about each artist and the different types of art represented in their works.How to Make Veterans Day for Kids Memorable - Wounded Warrier Project
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K to 12Help students comprehend the deeper significance of Veterans Day beyond parades and flag-waving with the educational programs recommended by the Wounded Warrior Project. Complete the...more
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Help students comprehend the deeper significance of Veterans Day beyond parades and flag-waving with the educational programs recommended by the Wounded Warrior Project. Complete the free registration to access materials for Honor Their Courage!, an educational service program that teaches students about the history and sacrifices of the military while participating in a fundraising activity. Register to participate in either the K-5 or 6-12 program. In addition to Honor Their Courage!, the site shares several ideas for crafts, activities, and ideas to turn education into action.
tag(s): heroes (24), stories and storytelling (58), veterans (27)