Aligned to [US] national standards, these exciting inquiry-based lessons address key areas of life science, physical science, earth science, and technology/innovation using common materials you can find in your classroom. Help students make real world connections to science and ignite the spark that may eventually lead students to a scientific career!
Reading & Writing
Ted Ed: The Art of the Metaphor. (Video & Lesson) How do metaphors help us better understand the world? And, what makes a good metaphor? Explore these questions with writers like Langston Hughes and Carl Sandburg, who have mastered the art of bringing a scene or emotion to life.
Teaching with Google
Do you have a favorite font that you use for every document? If you do, it can be frustrating to switch from Arial size 11 whenever you create a new doc. A little known feature allows you to switch the default styling of your Google Docs, so you can customize your experience. Not only will this save you time from constantly restyling your Docs, but it can also make Docs more fun!
25 Google Search Shortcuts You Need to Know
Digital Citizenship & Literacy
The Daring Librarian on teaching ethics in social media.
* I expect that teachers will evaluate each resource for themselves before sharing with students.
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