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Ten Minute Warm-Ups for the Inclusive Classroom - Stetson & Associates, Inc.

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The Inclusive Schools Network website's "Ten-Minute Warm-Ups for the Inclusive Classroom" offers a selection of quick, engaging activities designed to create a welcoming environment...more
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The Inclusive Schools Network website's "Ten-Minute Warm-Ups for the Inclusive Classroom" offers a selection of quick, engaging activities designed to create a welcoming environment for all students. These ten-minute exercises are crafted to promote inclusivity, build community, and encourage active participation among diverse learners. Teachers can use these warm-ups to set a positive tone at the start of the day or class, reinforcing students' sense of belonging and supporting a collaborative learning atmosphere. Activities are adaptable for various grade levels and emphasize social-emotional learning, making them a valuable addition to any inclusive classroom routine.

tag(s): back to school (62), empathy (32), firstday (22), social and emotional learning (96)

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Begin each day with a short share circle where students briefly express how they're feeling or share something positive. This builds a sense of community and helps students practice active listening and empathy. Start a weekly compliment chain where students are encouraged to sincerely compliment a peer each day. Have students set daily or weekly goals individually or as a class and track progress. For example, students could choose a teamwork goal for group activities. At the end of the week, reflect on progress together. This activity encourages personal responsibility and accountability.

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Safer Schools Through Proven Prevention Programs - Sandy Hook Promise

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K to 12
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Sandy Hook Promise offers proven, evidence-based programs like Start With Hello and Say Something that teach students to recognize warning signs of potential violence,...more
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Sandy Hook Promise offers proven, evidence-based programs like Start With Hello and Say Something that teach students to recognize warning signs of potential violence, reduce social isolation, and promote inclusivity. This is an excellent resource for teachers looking to create safer, more connected classrooms. These flexible, easy-to-implement resources empower educators and students to prevent violence and support mental health, fostering a culture of kindness and safety.

tag(s): mental health (36), school violence (10), social skills (23)

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Have your students make a Kindness Wall where they write messages of kindness or inclusive gestures they've made, promoting connection and empathy. Students can act out different ways to handle conflict or social isolation. Students can also explore scenarios in small groups, identifying potential warning signs of violence and discussing appropriate responses.

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TeachRock - Rock and Roll Forever Foundation

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K to 12
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Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth...more
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Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth explorations and guided activities. Use the search feature to find lessons and collections sorted by subject, music genre, type of activity, and topic. Subjects range from Civics to CTE to STEAM to Art/Design and many others. Each lesson begins with an essential question and includes procedures, student handouts, and videos.

tag(s): artists (83), cross cultural understanding (167), dance (28), empathy (32), jazz (17), musical instruments (49), social and emotional learning (96), sociology (24), STEM (282)

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Take advantage of these free lessons to find standards-based lessons and activities for many content areas. Encourage students to find additional examples of connections to history (or another subject) made with pop music and pop culture. Use Padlet, reviewed here to curate and share ideas and resources. Add your own resources to create interactive presentations using NearPod, reviewed here or Pear Deck, reviewed here. Include videos, animations, quizzes, and more as part of your presentation. Extend student learning by asking them to create podcasts using Buzzsprout, reviewed here to tell the story of how music and pop culture influenced different historical events.
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U-Report - UNICEF

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Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their...more
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Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their views on environmental, health, and social issues. Because the site is all about supporting students as changemakers through storytelling, blogging, filming, and interviewing, it includes a resource section that shares tools to improve multimedia, communication, and advocacy skills.

tag(s): disabilities (30), environment (245), hiv/aids (15), inequalities (24), mental health (36), school violence (10), sustainability (43)

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This site is an excellent resource to bookmark and use throughout the year when discussing current events, specific countries or geographic areas, or for non-fiction reading. Find informational texts that matter to your students. Spark informational writing, as well. Allow students to browse the site to find interesting articles. Have students enhance their learning by creating magazine covers of information on this site using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here. Elevate learning by challenging students to create a newspaper article using articles on this site as a model using the Newspaper Clipping Generator, reviewed here. World language teachers will find this useful when viewing articles in French or Spanish to practice translation skills. If you have a blended learning classroom or are teaching remotely, you may want to try adding the reading to Fiskkit, reviewed here to annotate and analyze text and measure reading activity through sharing and commenting on texts.

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Life Skills- SEL Standards - St. Croix River Education District

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Unlock the power of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in your classroom with resources from the SCRED SEL website. Designed to support teachers at every grade level, this site offers...more
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Unlock the power of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in your classroom with resources from the SCRED SEL website. Designed to support teachers at every grade level, this site offers a wide range of tools, strategies, and curricula-like Be Good People reviewed here -to help students develop critical life skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making. Whether you're just beginning your SEL journey or looking to deepen your practice, this website provides everything you need to create a supportive, emotionally intelligent classroom that promotes academic and social student success. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): child development (24), emotions (48), empathy (32), social and emotional learning (96)

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Create a fun and interactive game where students act out different emotions without speaking while their classmates guess the emotion. Organize a class project where students identify a need in their community and work together to address it, such as a food drive or a park cleanup. Ask students to create a collage that represents their values and what being a "good person" means to them. They can use magazine cutouts, drawings, or digital tools such as PhotoCollage, reviewed here.

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Life Skills: Be Good People - St. Croix River Education District

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Empower your classroom with the Be Good People curriculum, a comprehensive social-emotional learning (SEL) resource designed to foster positive relationships, empathy, and responsible...more
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Empower your classroom with the Be Good People curriculum, a comprehensive social-emotional learning (SEL) resource designed to foster positive relationships, empathy, and responsible decision-making. Perfect for educators aiming to create a supportive and inclusive environment, this curriculum offers practical, easy-to-implement lessons that build students' emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): child development (24), emotions (48), empathy (32), social and emotional learning (96)

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Have students role-play scenarios from the curriculum that require showing empathy and understanding. Create a weekly "Kindness Challenge" where students perform acts of kindness in the classroom or at home. Hold regular classroom circle discussions where students can share their thoughts or experiences based on SEL topics. Have students work together to create a class charter or set of norms for a positive learning environment, incorporating SEL principles such as respect, responsibility, and inclusivity.

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Operation Prevention - Discovery Ed

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The Operation Prevention website offers virtual field trips focused on educating students about drug prevention, specifically addressing the opioid crisis, counterfeit drugs, and the...more
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The Operation Prevention website offers virtual field trips focused on educating students about drug prevention, specifically addressing the opioid crisis, counterfeit drugs, and the science of addiction. The field trips include real-life stories, expert insights, and practical strategies for prevention, aiming to empower students to make informed decisions and advocate for healthy choices in their communities. Each field trip is accompanied by an educator guide to facilitate pre- and post-discussion.

tag(s): drugs and alcohol (28), virtual field trips (100)

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Have students act out different decision-making situations where they must resist peer pressure or make healthy choices. Students can create posters or videos to raise awareness. Students explore the effects of specific drugs and present findings to the class.

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Psychology - Crash Course

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7 to 12
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The Crash Course Psychology series provides accessible, video-based lessons on various psychological concepts, from the basics of brain function and psychological research to topics...more
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The Crash Course Psychology series provides accessible, video-based lessons on various psychological concepts, from the basics of brain function and psychological research to topics like personality disorders, social influence, and cognitive processes. It is designed to offer engaging, educational content suitable for students and those interested in learning more about human behavior and mental processes. Each episode delves into different aspects of psychology, using clear explanations and real-world examples to make complex topics understandable. Some of the videos have short advertisements prior to the start since they are hosted on YouTube. This website uses YouTube, so if your school doesn't allow it, this may not be a good resource for you. There is an option on the site to download the videos to view off of YouTube.
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tag(s): behavior (46), brain (56), psychology (67)

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Have students design a simple experiment based on psychological concepts like memory, perception, or behavior. Assign famous psychology case studies for students to analyze and discuss the findings. Let students take a personality test (e.g., Myers-Briggs) and compare their results, discussing personality theory. Label and explore different brain regions and their functions after watching related episodes.

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Jr. NBA At Home - Jr. NBA

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The Jr. NBA at Home initiative is designed to keep young basketball enthusiasts engaged and active at home. It has a collection of instructional videos and exercises focused on fundamental...more
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The Jr. NBA at Home initiative is designed to keep young basketball enthusiasts engaged and active at home. It has a collection of instructional videos and exercises focused on fundamental basketball skills such as ball handling, shooting, passing, and footwork. Furthermore, there are guided workouts led by NBA and WNBA players and coaches, providing expert tips and motivational support. This content is available for players and coaches, including practice plans, health and safety tips, and coaching guides.

tag(s): fitness (40), sports (81)

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Incorporating Jr. NBA at Home into the classroom can be a dynamic way to engage students, enhance their learning experience, and extend physical education beyond the traditional gym setting. Use Jr. NBA at Home drills for morning movement sessions or brain breaks. These short, structured activities can energize students and improve focus for the rest of the school day. If you're a Physical Education educator, you can integrate the Jr. NBA's skill development exercises into your P.E. curriculum. These drills, tailored for various skill levels, ensure all students can participate and progress at their own pace. You could even challenge students to do these activities outside the classroom by assigning Jr. NBA at Home challenges as homework. Students can complete these activities with their families and share their experiences with the class; this can help promote healthy habits and family engagement.

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National Geographic Education - National Geographic Education

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K to 12
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National Geographic Education shares many classroom resources for all grade levels, including videos, interactives, maps, and more. Use the keyword search to find content related to...more
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National Geographic Education shares many classroom resources for all grade levels, including videos, interactives, maps, and more. Use the keyword search to find content related to specific content, filter by grade, type of learning materials, and subject, or browse the site to view some of the latest resources. Although registration isn't required, creating an account allows members to bookmark and save favorite resources.

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Bookmark and save this site as a resource to supplement your current curriculum. Share interactives and videos with students by bookmarking them on classroom computers or using a curation tool such as Symbaloo, reviewed here when sharing several resources. Enhance student learning when watching videos using Playposit, reviewed here to add questions, text, and additional media. Upon completing your unit, ask students to share their understanding of the content by creating concept maps using a visual organization tool such as Circlyapp, reviewed here.

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National Farm to School Network - Tides Center National Farm to School Network

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The Farm to School Network is a resource connecting school communities with local food producers. Visit the link to "learn" to find resources by topic, setting, or type, such as ...more
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The Farm to School Network is a resource connecting school communities with local food producers. Visit the link to "learn" to find resources by topic, setting, or type, such as documents, videos, and webinars. Get involved by visiting the "act" link that shares ways to advocate, celebrate, and network with others. The "connect" link lets users search by state to find programs and resources and state farm-to-school websites.

tag(s): nutrition (136), plants (147)

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Visit this site for information about nutritious foods, local produce, and in-school gardening projects. The Farm to School Network resource center includes several lesson plans that offer opportunities for students to learn about growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables. Learn more about the many diverse ways to design and support school gardens by visiting School Garden Resources, reviewed here.
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Nova Education - PBS

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6 to 12
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Nova Education provides STEM activities and lessons based on the popular PBS series Nova. Information on the site includes articles, videos, and links to external websites. Scroll down...more
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Nova Education provides STEM activities and lessons based on the popular PBS series Nova. Information on the site includes articles, videos, and links to external websites. Scroll down to find filters to sort the content by media types, categories, and newer or older additions. The media types category allows users to find lesson plans, collections, teacher guides, and more. Each lesson plan includes detailed instructions, student handouts, and correlation to Next Generation Science Standards.

tag(s): archeology (26), engineering (126), environment (245), forensics (12), paleontology (29), space (217)

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Enjoy the interactives, videos, and text on an interactive whiteboard or projector. Use selected activities as a center (station). Share the included articles and videos with students to supplement your STEM curriculum. If articles are too difficult for students, use a text leveler tool like the one available at Brisk, reviewed here to match student reading abilities.
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OK2Ask: Tech Tools Smackdown: AI Tools - TeachersFirst

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K to 12
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from March 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.

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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from March 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.

The bots are battling it out in this AI-themed Tech Smackdown! Our TeachersFirst contributors will showcase their favorite classroom AI assistants in an epic showdown. From creative bots, to time-saving bots, to student-engaging bots, to organizing bots, these artificial intelligence dynamos will digitally duel for the title of most valuable AI. With new AI tools emerging faster than you can say "machine learning," finding the top tech can be a challenge. Let our tech-wise teachers be your guides in this fast-paced, fun session! The future is now - come see which classroom AI education tool will be crowned king! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Compare and contrast the most popular AI-powered education tools to discover which ones are most effective for classroom use. 2. Evaluate the strengths and limitations of leading AI learning tools to determine which provide the greatest benefits for students. 3. Discuss implementation strategies and best practices for leveraging AI tools to enhance teaching and optimize student outcomes. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

tag(s): artificial intelligence (148), professional development (407)

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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.

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Change Makers - Women in STEM - TeachersFirst

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K to 12
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From laying the foundations of computer programming to making groundbreaking discoveries in physics and space exploration, women have left an indelible mark across STEM disciplines....more
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From laying the foundations of computer programming to making groundbreaking discoveries in physics and space exploration, women have left an indelible mark across STEM disciplines. Pioneers like Ada Lovelace wrote the first computer algorithm in the 1800s, while others like Marie Curie, the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, advanced our understanding of radiation. Their breakthroughs and tireless pursuit of knowledge have profoundly impacted humanity. Use this curated list of reviewed resources to help your students see the vital role women have had in the past, present, and future in the field of STEM.

tag(s): STEM (282), women (142), womenchangemaker (30)

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Share these resources with your students to learn about many women in STEM who changed the world. 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 to encourage girls to pursue learning paths in STEM and realize their potential.

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OK2Ask: Save Time, Enhance Learning, and Maximize Resources with TeachersFirst - TeachersFirst

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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from January 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.

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Spend less time searching and more time teaching with TeachersFirst.org! This workshop will empower educators by introducing them to the thousands of original and curated classroom resources on the site--all reviewed and rated by real teachers. You'll learn how to enrich instruction by taking advantage of lesson plan ideas and explanations of how to integrate top-rated resources into your classroom. You'll also discover how to stay on top of education trends through TeachersFirst's blogs, workshops, and weekly newsletter. Maximize your time and resources by finding everything you need in one place. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Discover time-saving strategies for finding top-rated teaching resources reviewed by real educators. 2. Learn how to integrate TeachersFirst's highly-rated resources into engaging and effective lesson plans. 3. Gain access to a network of support through TeachersFirst's blogs, workshops, and newsletter to stay on top of education trends. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

tag(s): professional development (407), resources (87)

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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.

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Everybody Has a Brain - Everybody Has a Brain

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EverybodyHasABrain.com is a comprehensive resource focused on mental health education and promoting brain health. The website, in a blog format, offers a wealth of information, including...more
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EverybodyHasABrain.com is a comprehensive resource focused on mental health education and promoting brain health. The website, in a blog format, offers a wealth of information, including articles, videos, and interactive tools, aimed at understanding mental illnesses, their prevention, and strategies for maintaining mental well-being. They believe that education and awareness are key to reducing stigma and empowering individuals to care for their mental health. The site can be searched by archive month, topic, or a general search.

tag(s): mental health (36)

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Use the site's articles and videos as a basis for lessons on mental health awareness. Topics could include understanding different mental illnesses, recognizing signs of mental health issues, and learning about the importance of mental well-being. Encourage students to create awareness campaigns or projects based on the information they learn from the site, aiming to reduce the stigma around mental health in the school community. They can use programs like Canva, reviewed here to create posters or Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here to create video Public Service Announcements that can be shared during a school-wide assembly or news show to bring more mindfulness to the classroom. Utilize the site's resources on mindfulness and meditation for guided sessions in the classroom, helping students learn valuable skills for managing stress and anxiety.

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National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): Lesson Plans and Activities - National Institute on Drug Abuse

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The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shares valuable lesson plans and activities in both English and Spanish that teach about the dangers of drug and alcohol use for grades ...more
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The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shares valuable lesson plans and activities in both English and Spanish that teach about the dangers of drug and alcohol use for grades 5-12. Lessons cover topics including opioids, prescription drugs, and the effect of drugs on the brain. Links include access to teachers' guides, student handouts, and any additional required materials. In addition to the lessons, other links provide conversation starters for parents, classroom resources for teachers on the effects of drugs, and supporting information for National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, commemorated annually in March.

tag(s): drugs and alcohol (28), mental health (36), red ribbon week (9)

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Use lessons provided by NIDA to supplement your current Red Ribbon Week teaching resources. Begin by engaging students in lessons using a resource such as IdeaBoardz, reviewed here, to identify students' knowledge of the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. For example, create a chart with two sections - one for drugs and the other for alcohol, and ask students to share information about each. Enhance knowledge using Pear Deck, reviewed here, to create real-time, interactive formative assessments that offer the ability to create quizzes in various formats. Extend learning by asking students to become creators and share their learning through a choice of multimedia resources. Some examples include using Scratch, reviewed here, to create a game teaching about the effects of drug abuse or write an interactive story using inklewriter, reviewed here. inklewriter's easy-to-use features allow students to write a choose-your-own-adventure story and share the finished product using the URL created when published.
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Get up and Moving... Physical Education - TeachersFirst

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K to 12
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Get up and get moving with this collection of resources designed to encourage students to stay active. Keeping students active may help many students to stay focused better and to ...more
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Get up and get moving with this collection of resources designed to encourage students to stay active. Keeping students active may help many students to stay focused better and to lead a healthier/more active lifestyle. Whether used in PE, during movement breaks, or other times in your lessons... this curated list includes resources to get students moving and learning about sports, dance, exercise, and other forms of movement. We have included resources for all grades.

tag(s): dance (28), fitness (40), nutrition (136), sports (81)

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Find new tools to try when planning your physical education lessons. Each review includes technology integration ideas. Read the details of each tool and find the ones that will make your students get and get moving.

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Georgia Virtual Learning Shared Resources - Georgia Virtual Learning

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Georgia Virtual Learning is the online education headquarters for the Georgia Department of Education and offers over 100 virtual courses for middle and high school students. Choose...more
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Georgia Virtual Learning is the online education headquarters for the Georgia Department of Education and offers over 100 virtual courses for middle and high school students. Choose from studies in all core content areas and the fine arts and world languages. An additional option features courses in CTAE/Electives. These offerings include classes in finance, computer science, fitness, and more. After selecting a course to view, use the module to proceed through the contents. Each module includes an introduction featuring essential questions and interactive content and concludes with final assessments and a module test.

tag(s): art history (89), body systems (41), business (51), chinese (44), drawing (61), environment (245), financial literacy (89), french (75), geology (62), japanese (47), latin (22), literature (217), music theory (45), myths and legends (24), narrative (15), novels (32), nutrition (136), oceans (149), OER (43), photography (118), plagiarism (33), poetry (192), psychology (67), robotics (23), romeo & juliet (7), short stories (18), sociology (24), space (217), spanish (106), STEM (282), writers workshop (31)

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Bookmark and save this site as a supplemental resource for your current lessons, as a resource for students to learn about subjects not covered in their current courses, and to differentiate learning for students. For example, provide remediation to high school students by sharing the 9th or 10th-grade literature and composition courses as a review activity or enhance your British Literature unit by assigning a module that focuses specifically on 17th, 18th, or 19th-century British literature. Consider assigning different activities to groups of students to present to their peers. Ask them to use an infographic creator such as the Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here, as a tool for sharing important information. As a final learning extension, create a digital class book using Ourboox, reviewed here, to share understanding of the content learned. Include text, images, maps, and more in the student-created books.

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Social and Emotional Learning Resources - TeachersFirst

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K to 12
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Social-emotional Learning (SEL) is the process by which students of all ages develop and use social and emotional skills, knowledge, and attitudes. Using SEL skills, students better...more
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Social-emotional Learning (SEL) is the process by which students of all ages develop and use social and emotional skills, knowledge, and attitudes. Using SEL skills, students better understand emotion, manage their own, and show empathy towards others. SEL skills also help students set and achieve positive goals. Although this is an ongoing process through all grade levels, you can begin to instill these skills and understandings in even your youngest students. We encourage you to find appropriate tools and resources in this collection to use with your students and in your lessons.

tag(s): emotions (48), empathy (32), social and emotional learning (96)

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Find resources to educate yourself and your students about various topics related to social-emotional learning. This collection includes lesson plans, digital check-ins, toolkits, professional resources, and more. Share this curated list with your colleagues and families.

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