 | Pearson Education Third Grade Science recommended for grade 3 |
 | Language Central for Science Physical Science Edition recommended for grades 6-8 |
 | Language Central for Science Life Science Edition recommended for grades 6-8 |
 | enVisionMATH: Understanding Fractions recommended for grades 3-4 |
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Free Apps from Pearson
These Peasrson apps are currently free in the App store:
Monday, December 6, 2010
Free Technology for Teachers: 17 Free eBooks for Teachers and Parents
Free Technology for Teachers: 17 Free eBooks for Teachers and Parents
Over the last eighteen months I've created and offered seven free ebooks for teachers. In those ebooks I've covered Google tools, web search, video creation, blogging, and other resources of interest to educators. All seven of those ebooks are available in the right hand column of Free Technology for Teachers. This morning I'd like to highlight some other free ebooks created by others for teachers and parents. Click to Read More
Over the last eighteen months I've created and offered seven free ebooks for teachers. In those ebooks I've covered Google tools, web search, video creation, blogging, and other resources of interest to educators. All seven of those ebooks are available in the right hand column of Free Technology for Teachers. This morning I'd like to highlight some other free ebooks created by others for teachers and parents. Click to Read More
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Pocket Change App
Pocket Change
Pennies, Nickels, Dimes, Quarters and Half Dollars are having fun adding up change in
“Pocket Change”.
Pocket Change is an excellent tool for learning how to count change with sound.
You will be amazed how fast your child will learn how much money they have in their pocket with this exciting game. This game was created by a seasoned elementary math teacher.
The voice tells children when they have selected or not selected the correct answer and how much change they have counted.
“Pocket Change”.
Pocket Change is an excellent tool for learning how to count change with sound.
You will be amazed how fast your child will learn how much money they have in their pocket with this exciting game. This game was created by a seasoned elementary math teacher.
The voice tells children when they have selected or not selected the correct answer and how much change they have counted.
Basic Flash Cards: Multiplication (currently .99)
Basic Flash Card: Addition
Basic Flash Card: Addition (currently .99 - prices change)
Basic Flash Card: Addition - memorizing addition factsClose to 20, 100, 1000 - Math Game
These Math games are based on the popular games from the Elementary Math program Investigations in Number, Data, and Space. These three games focus on helping children become better at understanding...
Pad Math (ipad only)
Long division and multi-digit multiplication, addition and subtraction math questions - make learning and practicing fun and easy with Pad Math - the most flexible and interactive problem solving engine on the iPad!!
Elementary Math Free
Learn basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with Elementary Math!! Elementary Math provides the student with a vast array of learning and practicing tools in one package!!!
View in iTunes
Number Line App
iFormulas
Math Tutor Lite
Math Tutor Lite: This app is for practicing basic math skills. Math Tutor Lite is the free version of Math Tutor, but it has more than enough content to make it a worthwhile download.So, whether you want your students to brush up on addition, multiplication, subtraction or division, you will find that all skills are covered here. There are six levels of difficulty for each skill, and students are given instant feedback on how well they have done. The games can be played with a timer for an extra challenge, or without.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Upcoming Free Videoconferencing Programs
December 1
Little Things Can Mean a Lot: String, Peas and Snowflakes with Author/Illustrator Keith Baker
Target Audience: Grades K-2 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Books can be about many things, big and small. Let's take a look at three of Keith Baker’s books that look at small things--string, peas and snowflakes. Is a string just a string, or can it be many other things? What if there were 'p's' and 'peas' in the alphabet? What would all those little peas do for the other letters? Are there ever two snowflakes that are alike? Join Keith for arts, crafts and a book chat. He’ll talk about writing, show your students how to make a six-sided snowflake and share a little trick for drawing faces that will make their characters come to life.
December 2America's Signs and Symbols
Target Audience: Grades 6- 8 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Artists use familiar American icons – the Statue of Liberty, the bald eagle, the flag –
to communicate their personal ideas and to encourage probing thoughts about our
society. By introducing America’s Signs & Symbols with a pre-visit looking
activity, completing your videoconference, and cementing concepts with an
in-class post lesson, your students will be better able to: (1)Understand the historical context and symbolic meanings of American icons; (2)Understand the role of symbols in the expression of a national identity, personal ideas and social commentary; (3) Use visual vocabulary to articulate observations and interpretations of artworks.
December 9Animal Quest
Target Audience: Grades 3-4 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Based on the ever-popular MysteryQuest developed by Berrien County RESA in Michigan, this project is designed for 3rd and 4th grade students studying animals. Through video conference technology, students are able to meet other students in from MAGPI member schools while learning about the habitats, habits and structure of various animals. Prior to the video conference each classroom will create a presentation with clues about a mystery animal. The other classrooms, using the Internet, textbooks, prior knowledge and other resources, try to discover the identity of the mystery animal
December 14Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
December 15Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
December 14Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
For all of these listed programs, schools must arrange for the IVC equipment and IP address to be set up for their school at least 2 weeks before the program. This should be done BEFORE registering for the program through the links listed above. Please email me to arrange for this. Thanks! Jamie
Little Things Can Mean a Lot: String, Peas and Snowflakes with Author/Illustrator Keith Baker
Target Audience: Grades K-2 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Books can be about many things, big and small. Let's take a look at three of Keith Baker’s books that look at small things--string, peas and snowflakes. Is a string just a string, or can it be many other things? What if there were 'p's' and 'peas' in the alphabet? What would all those little peas do for the other letters? Are there ever two snowflakes that are alike? Join Keith for arts, crafts and a book chat. He’ll talk about writing, show your students how to make a six-sided snowflake and share a little trick for drawing faces that will make their characters come to life.
December 2America's Signs and Symbols
Target Audience: Grades 6- 8 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Artists use familiar American icons – the Statue of Liberty, the bald eagle, the flag –
to communicate their personal ideas and to encourage probing thoughts about our
society. By introducing America’s Signs & Symbols with a pre-visit looking
activity, completing your videoconference, and cementing concepts with an
in-class post lesson, your students will be better able to: (1)Understand the historical context and symbolic meanings of American icons; (2)Understand the role of symbols in the expression of a national identity, personal ideas and social commentary; (3) Use visual vocabulary to articulate observations and interpretations of artworks.
December 9Animal Quest
Target Audience: Grades 3-4 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Description: Based on the ever-popular MysteryQuest developed by Berrien County RESA in Michigan, this project is designed for 3rd and 4th grade students studying animals. Through video conference technology, students are able to meet other students in from MAGPI member schools while learning about the habitats, habits and structure of various animals. Prior to the video conference each classroom will create a presentation with clues about a mystery animal. The other classrooms, using the Internet, textbooks, prior knowledge and other resources, try to discover the identity of the mystery animal
December 14Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
December 15Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
December 14Cookies With Santa
Target Audience: Grades K-3 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 - 10:45, OR 11:00 - 11:45, OR 1:00 - 1:45Description: Join us for an interactive adventure to Santa's workshop in the North Pole! Our special guest, Kris Kringle (aka Santa Claus) will be joining students via videoconference to share stories of the North Pole, read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, answer students' questions and munch on cookies.
For all of these listed programs, schools must arrange for the IVC equipment and IP address to be set up for their school at least 2 weeks before the program. This should be done BEFORE registering for the program through the links listed above. Please email me to arrange for this. Thanks! Jamie
Monday, November 15, 2010
eCYBERMISSION Competition
Promoting STEM education, The U.S. Army’s Research, Development, and Engineering Command, has announced that registration is now open for its eCYBERMISSION competition. Students in 6th - 9th grades must utilize innovation, creativity, and interest in STEM education in the free, web-based, STEM competition. Throughout the competition year, students and educators will be connected to volunteers, or CyberGuides, who interact with contest participants through various outlets, including online discussion forums, team chat rooms, and interactive webinars. Registration for teams closes December 17, 2010.
eGFI – For Teachers » eGFI Contest – Win an Amazon Gift Card
eGFI – For Teachers » eGFI Contest – Win an Amazon Gift Card
Frome the website above:
Innovative Ways to Use eGFI Engineering Cards in Classrooms
eGFI has come out with packs of 16 colorful cards explaining the engineering disciplines, including a teacher guide with ways to use the cards in the classroom. We know that there have got to be more ways to use them, though, so we want to hear from you.
Take a look at the front and back of one of the cards we’ve provided (click images to enlarge). How would YOU use them in a classroom activity? What could be done to further engage students? What games could be constructed?
Propose your original ideas, and we’ll pick the most creative and well-thought-out one. The winner will receive a $50 gift card from Amazon.com via email, and have his or her name posted (optional) on our website and social networking outlets, along with the winning idea! The contest runs Nov. 2 – Nov. 16, 2010.
Email your ideas, along with any questions, to: Jaimie Schock at j.schock@asee.org.
Frome the website above:
Innovative Ways to Use eGFI Engineering Cards in Classrooms
eGFI has come out with packs of 16 colorful cards explaining the engineering disciplines, including a teacher guide with ways to use the cards in the classroom. We know that there have got to be more ways to use them, though, so we want to hear from you.
Take a look at the front and back of one of the cards we’ve provided (click images to enlarge). How would YOU use them in a classroom activity? What could be done to further engage students? What games could be constructed?
Propose your original ideas, and we’ll pick the most creative and well-thought-out one. The winner will receive a $50 gift card from Amazon.com via email, and have his or her name posted (optional) on our website and social networking outlets, along with the winning idea! The contest runs Nov. 2 – Nov. 16, 2010.
Email your ideas, along with any questions, to: Jaimie Schock at j.schock@asee.org.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Scholastic Virtual Fieldtrip and Thanksgiving Resources
The First Thanksgiving Student Activities for Grades PreK-12 Scholastic.com
Scholastic will host a live virtual fieldtrip to Plimoth Plantation on November 16. Follow the link to sign up and for lots of other resources on Thanksgiving!
Scholastic will host a live virtual fieldtrip to Plimoth Plantation on November 16. Follow the link to sign up and for lots of other resources on Thanksgiving!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Teacher's Assistant App for iPad/iPod
Visit the website to learn more: http://lanschool.com/ipad
This FREE app can be paired with the Teacher Console and allows teachers to send students messages, permit student voting/answering, blank student screens, block websites/applications, and monitor all student screens at once.
This FREE app can be paired with the Teacher Console and allows teachers to send students messages, permit student voting/answering, blank student screens, block websites/applications, and monitor all student screens at once.
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