TeachersFirst Special Topics Collections
Jump-start your work with TeachersFirst's Special Topics collections. Save time and take advantage of these ready-to-go collections that will help you find what you and your students need, just in time for an upcoming unit, a holiday, focused research, student-directed exploration, or projects on a curriculum topic or event. Each Special Topic page is a curated list of resources related to the stated topic. Each collection includes up to 30 resources, providing enough variety to find sites that define the topic.
You can be comfortable sharing the Special Topic links with students or parents, knowing that TeachersFirst has selected and reviewed each resource.
Find classroom and project suggestions within each review, use the collection to find what you need for your lessons. Some teachers assign these lists as the core resources for a broader student assignment. Editor’s Choice collections offer "the best of the best" for topics of particular interest. TeachersFirst also offers collections on professional special topics to help you meet particular teaching challenges.
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Coding In the Classroom Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12
tag(s): coding (82), computational thinking (37), computers (97), critical thinking (106), design (85), makerspace (43), problem solving (219), STEM (243)
In the Classroom
Explore these resources for use with after-school computer clubs or as an excellent tool when recruiting skilled parent volunteers. Turn the intimidating content of computer programming into an exciting learning adventure for all with these helpful sites!You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Columbus Day Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): holidays (149)
In the Classroom
Use these resources to connect Columbus Day to your curriculum in almost any subject or select one or two ideas to highlight along with your regular lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Comics Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
3 to 12tag(s): comics and cartoons (49)
In the Classroom
Choose a comic creator tool for students to use in your class to reinforce curriculum concepts. With younger students or those who need examples, create the first comic(s) together on interactive whiteboard or projector as a closure activity to reinforce concepts before a test. Gradually allow students to create their own comics (or collections of comics) to tell stories, review concepts, or make political comments. More techno-savvy students will appreciate the variety of tool options offered here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Computational Thinking - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): computational thinking (37), engineering (117), logic (162), problem solving (219), STEM (243)
In the Classroom
Bring problem-solving and computational thinking into your classroom with these tools. Share on your class website, projector, whiteboard, or on individual devices. Topics range from coding to charts to logic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Constitution Day Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): american revolution (81), bill of rights (23), branches of government (62), constitution (85)
In the Classroom
Use the resources in this collection to supplement a unit on the American Constitution. The resources on this site could be used for webquests, learning centers, lesson plans & the like. American History teachers will love this one!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Copyright and Fair Use Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
1 to 12In the Classroom
Use these resources to model and teach ethical use of electronic media or to find copyright-safe raw materials for student projects. Be sure to share these resources with students for them to access any time they have a project to do.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Curation Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): curation (29), organizational skills (89), Research (79)
In the Classroom
Share these resources with your students to use when curating materials for projects and lessons. Share a link to this collection on your school web page and in your school newsletter (or email). Find resources to incorporate into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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D Day Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): d day (9)
In the Classroom
Share this collection as the basis of a research project on D Day or as one of several for World War II. Choose from various project options in the reviews.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Data Analysis and Probability Resources - Grades 3-5 - TeachersFirst
Grades
3 to 5tag(s): charts and graphs (165), data (142), probability (94)
In the Classroom
Share the resources with students for additional practice, remediation, enrichment, or advancement. Display resources on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Use these tools in your BYOD classroom to differentiate for math class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Data Analysis and Probability Resources - Grades 6-8 - TeachersFirst
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6 to 8tag(s): charts and graphs (165), data (142), probability (94)
In the Classroom
Share with gifted students for additional enrichment and advancement opportunities. Share these resources with students on your class website. Use these tools for remediation and review with all students. Share these tools with families for at-home practice. Find specific classroom use ideas within each review.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Data Analysis and Probability Resources - Grades 9-12 - TeachersFirst
Grades
9 to 12tag(s): charts and graphs (165), data (142), probability (94)
In the Classroom
Share these resources with students on your class website. Use these tools for remediation and review with all students. Share these tools with families for at-home practice. Have students work independently or with a partner on laptops or other devices.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Data Analysis and Probability Resources - Grades K-2 - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 2tag(s): data (142), operations (74), probability (94)
In the Classroom
Share these resources on your interactive whiteboard or projector for group instruction. Put a link to these resources on your website for student and parent use at home. Create computer learning stations or allow students to work on individual laptops or devices using these resources. Share these tools with other teachers of K-2 students in your building and district.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Data Literacy - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12In the Classroom
Learn more about data literacy for both you and your students. Some curricular topics include climate, measurement, data, graphs, and more. Share these resources with your students to help them deepen their data literacy.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dental Health Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): dental health (15)
In the Classroom
Be sure to share these resources with parents and your parent organization via your class or school web page during Dental Health Month (February) and back to school health checks. These resources will also be helpful when teaching lessons on teeth and bones as part of a Human Body unit.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Design Thinking - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): architecture (63), circuits (19), creativity (90), data (142), problem solving (219), STEM (243), thinking skills (13)
In the Classroom
Share these resources on your class website or your interactive whiteboard (where appropriate). Use these tools to deepen your students' understanding of this complex topic. There are tools here for all ages, although most are designed for secondary students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Digital Citizenship Resources - TeachersFirst
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K to 12tag(s): digital citizenship (81), internet safety (110)
In the Classroom
Use this entire collection or simply select the best ones for YOUR students to continually model good digital citizenship. Share the links with parents and among your colleagues so you can promote positive action instead of fear about the Internet.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Digital Storytelling Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): digital storytelling (141), writing (302)
In the Classroom
Find an abundance of digital writing tools to use in your classroom. Share sites on your interactive whiteboard. Challenge students to create their own projects using tools on this list. Rather than a unit test, have students create a book demonstrating their understanding of concepts. Bring out creativity with these engaging tools!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dinosaur Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): dinosaurs (37), fossils (40), paleontology (27)
In the Classroom
Use the resources on this site to supplement a unit about paleontology, fossils, or dinosaurs. In addition, the resources listed can be used for WebQuests, learning centers, lesson plans & the like! This is an excellent resource for Earth Science teachers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dr. Seuss Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): preK (247), read across america (4)
In the Classroom
Why not find some special projects and activities for March 2? Whatever subject and grade you teach, you are sure to find something useful here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dramatic Arts and Dance Resources - TeachersFirst
Grades
K to 12tag(s): acting (19), dance (26), fitness (51), plays (27), readers theater (11)
In the Classroom
Encourage your students' understanding of drama and dance using this curated collection. Share these resources with your colleagues and students by emailing the page or sharing the link from your school web page and in your school newsletter. Find resources to incorporate into your dance and drama lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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