Do you like poetry? Do your kids like poetry? Maybe you're intimidated by poetry or don't "understand" it --you think that's true, but it's not always meant to be confusing. Have you ever seen poetry fridge magnets? Well now there's an online game where you can create your own poems with virtual magnets. Check it …
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PBS Educational Videos
So I've posted a lot of video sites today. A couple ways to use videos is to review already covered material, use as an overview to what students are about to learn, and use as a note-taking exercise which can reinforce the review experience. A unique way to take notes from a video is to …
Crash Course Videos
Many teachers may already have heard about, or used, a Crash Course video for your classes. There are a large number of topics and subjects for older students that align with courses and content you are teaching. The videos are pretty fast-paced and really designed I think, to help with review or overview of a …
Read-Alouds for Younger Kids
Many of you might have already learned about Storyline Online, where classic children's books are read aloud by actors. It's a great resource for younger students, but even early middle school kids might enjoy some of these as well. Some of my favorites are When Pigasso Met Mootisse, The Hoola-Hoopin' Queen, and As Fast As …
Brain Pop Online Learning
Hello Olmsted Families--I have a great resource to share with you for varying grade levels that has student-centered videos, quizzes and games on various subjects and topics. Perhaps your child has already heard of, and used some of the Brain Pop resources. The company has made all their resources free for families (and teachers) during …
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