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The Best Teacher Playlist: 20 Songs to De-Stress - Twinkl
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K to 12
Twinkl shares a twenty-song playlist for teachers to use for mental health purposes to make grading, lesson planning, and other professional activities less stressful. Songs range from...more
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Twinkl shares a twenty-song playlist for teachers to use for mental health purposes to make grading, lesson planning, and other professional activities less stressful. Songs range from soft rock classics like Ventura Highway to eclectic choices such as Nino Rota's La Dolce Vita. Each song choice includes a summary of the song and suggestions for use. The playlist is available on Spotify.
tag(s): mental health (50), professional development (393), songs (46)
In the Classroom
Play this list in the background to make everyday professional tasks more enjoyable. If you don't use Spotify, recreate this list in your favorite podcast player, such as Apple Podcast or Google Player. You can find many of these songs on YouTube and add them to a personal playlist for listening.Teacher Self-Care Bingo - Teaching Channel
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K to 12In today's high-pressure world of education, teacher self-care is vital for mental well-being and maintaining high teaching standards; however, finding time for yourself can be difficult....more
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In today's high-pressure world of education, teacher self-care is vital for mental well-being and maintaining high teaching standards; however, finding time for yourself can be difficult. This downloadable Bingo card provides ready-to-use activities to promote self-care. Choose from simple yet helpful choices like watching TV or enjoying a pumpkin-spiced treat to clear your mind and take a break from professional responsibilities.
tag(s): mental health (50), professional development (393)
In the Classroom
Reward yourself by taking mental breaks and energizing your spirit using this Bingo card. Print the card before placing it in a prominent area of your classroom or home to remind yourself to take mental health breaks. As a reward for completing a Bingo, treat yourself to a small reward such as a new outfit or book. Use this Bingo card as inspiration to personalize a Bingo card to match your interests using the Bingo Card Card Generator, reviewed here.
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OK2Ask: Microsoft Forms Basics - TeachersFirst
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1 to 12This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from March 2025. 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 2025. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Forms to support classroom instruction! Discover how to create forms, add questions, and share them with students and explore ways to use Forms for quizzes, exit tickets, data collection, and more. You'll leave this workshop with practical knowledge and basic skills for using Microsoft Forms to gather feedback and assess learning in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore the features of Microsoft Forms. 2. Discover a variety of instructional uses for Microsoft Forms. 3. Learn to create a basic form. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Forms to support classroom instruction! Discover how to create forms, add questions, and share them with students and explore ways to use Forms for quizzes, exit tickets, data collection, and more. You'll leave this workshop with practical knowledge and basic skills for using Microsoft Forms to gather feedback and assess learning in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore the features of Microsoft Forms. 2. Discover a variety of instructional uses for Microsoft Forms. 3. Learn to create a basic form. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): differentiation (86), Formative Assessment (73), Microsoft (79), professional development (393)
In the Classroom
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. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Educator Self Care Activities: Perfect for Staff PD - CounselingwithMrB
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K to 12Educator Self Care Activities: Perfect for Staff PD from Counseling with Mr. B is a five-minute video featuring five low-maintenance/inexpensive activities to promote self-care...more
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Educator Self Care Activities: Perfect for Staff PD from Counseling with Mr. B is a five-minute video featuring five low-maintenance/inexpensive activities to promote self-care and wellness. Tips include a self-care activity with a cup, life wheel, gratitude bulletin board, holiday cheer, and affirmations.
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tag(s): mental health (50)
In the Classroom
Teachers can perform the activities Mr. B shares in his video. Teachers can begin to look deeper into their mental health and well-being and discuss ways to focus more on mental health for themselves and their students.The Educator's Room Presents: The Teacher Self-Care Podcast - The Educator's Room Presents: The Teacher Self-Care Podcast
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K to 12The Educator's Room Presents: The Teacher Self-Care Podcast enables teachers to learn about self-care, teachers' mental health, and how to change schools and policies. Episodes...more
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The Educator's Room Presents: The Teacher Self-Care Podcast enables teachers to learn about self-care, teachers' mental health, and how to change schools and policies. Episodes include wellness as liberation, how to self-advocate in a toxic school culture, the essence of anxiety, using your passion to fuel your care and more. Podcasts range in length from nineteen minutes to over fifty minutes. Apple Music is the podcast streaming service.
tag(s): mental health (50), professional development (393), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
Teachers can begin to examine their mental health and well-being more deeply and discuss ways to focus more on mental health for themselves and their students.An Exercise in Self Compassion - Dr. Kristin Neff
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K to 12This TedEd video encourages self-compassion. Narrated by Dr. Kristin Neff, the video begins by explaining that self-compassion involves treating yourself with kindness. The exercise...more
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This TedEd video encourages self-compassion. Narrated by Dr. Kristin Neff, the video begins by explaining that self-compassion involves treating yourself with kindness. The exercise guides viewers through a simple practice: Think about a situation causing you stress or emotional pain, acknowledge the suffering with mindfulness, notice the feelings without judgment, recognize that suffering is part of the shared human experience, place your hands over your heart or another soothing spot, offer yourself words of kindness and support. The video ends by encouraging you to incorporate this simple practice into your daily life to build emotional strength and well-being.
tag(s): mental health (50), professional development (393), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
This guide offers teachers self-care strategies through setting boundaries, maintaining clear work hours, creating separate grading spaces, and learning to say no to extra commitments. Your classroom management routines should reduce decision fatigue by implementing transition timers and developing systems for student independence.How to Reduce Teacher Stress: Self-Care Strategies for 2025 - The Cool Cat Teacher
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K to 12The Cool Cat Teacher podcast episode "How to Reduce Teacher Stress: Self-Care Strategies for 2025" with Dr. Rachael George explores practical strategies to help educators manage stress...more
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The Cool Cat Teacher podcast episode "How to Reduce Teacher Stress: Self-Care Strategies for 2025" with Dr. Rachael George explores practical strategies to help educators manage stress and maintain well-being. Dr. George shares five key approaches: setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, fostering a supportive community, streamlining tasks, and focusing on personal and professional growth. The episode offers actionable tips that teachers can implement immediately to prevent burnout, sustain their energy, and find fulfillment in their work. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): mental health (50), professional development (393), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
Use organizational tools like checklists, timers, or student helpers to simplify daily routines and reduce unnecessary workload. Encourage a growth mindset by setting small, achievable goals for yourself and your students, reinforcing the importance of continuous learning without overwhelming pressure. To create a positive, low-stress atmosphere, foster a supportive environment with peer check-ins, group discussions, and team-building activities. Establish specific times for grading and communication to avoid burnout, and model healthy boundaries by encouraging students to balance work and rest.Image Picker Wheel - Image Picker Wheel
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K to 12Image Picker Wheel is a free random spinner that allows you to insert images into the wheel quickly. Under the Tools section on the top, there are already pre-made wheels, ...more
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Image Picker Wheel is a free random spinner that allows you to insert images into the wheel quickly. Under the Tools section on the top, there are already pre-made wheels, including team, yes/no, number, letter, country, date, image, color, and Instagram. In addition, all wheels are customizable under the Tools Setting (bottom of the site); you can change the spin behavior, sounds, tool color, background color, background image, button spin, and background/logo.
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tag(s): Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
Students can use the Image Picker Wheel to select writing prompts, brain breaks, and get to know you. Finally, students can use the wheel for yes/no activities, guess the number, and learn about different countries.Highlights Kids - Highlights Kids
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K to 2Highlight Kids is a free resource that provides a variety of activities for children. Activities include crafts and recipes, jokes, puzzles, exploring (answers to science questions),...more
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Highlight Kids is a free resource that provides a variety of activities for children. Activities include crafts and recipes, jokes, puzzles, exploring (answers to science questions), sharing sections (Dear Highlights activities, questions, surveys), podcasts, and games. The videos are hosted on YouTube to share jokes and information. If your district blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable. When submitting answers to a poll, children are required to add their age.
tag(s): crafts (76), game based learning (208), podcasts (118), preK (291), puzzles (148)
In the Classroom
Students can explore the site and complete its activities. After learning about something in the "Explore" sections, students can dive deeper into learning more about it. They can share the information by creating a digital book using Book Creator, reviewed here or by creating a slideshow using Google Slides, reviewed here.ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators - Common Sense ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators
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K to 12Discover this resource for K-12 Educators offering a free, quick course that introduces the basics of artificial intelligence, generative AI, ChatGPT, and how to use ChatGPT effectively....more
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Discover this resource for K-12 Educators offering a free, quick course that introduces the basics of artificial intelligence, generative AI, ChatGPT, and how to use ChatGPT effectively. The course is easy to navigate and takes no more than 1 hour to complete. There are a few questions to answer to test your knowledge before moving to the next section.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (188), chat (41), writing prompts (60)
In the Classroom
Teachers and students can learn how to create prompts using ChatGPT that will be effective and allow for increased productivity. The shared prompt library gives concrete examples for teachers and students to use to help formulate an effective prompt.Bell Ringers for Improved Retention and Engagement - Bell Ringers for Improved Retention and Engagement
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K to 12Bell Ringers for Improved Retention and Engagement shares the value of Bell Ringers. Bell Ringers engage students in short assignments and/or assessments, review key concepts that were...more
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Bell Ringers for Improved Retention and Engagement shares the value of Bell Ringers. Bell Ringers engage students in short assignments and/or assessments, review key concepts that were previously taught, spark classroom discussion, and identify misconceptions and misunderstandings. Bell Ringers should help the information sink in; therefore, activities should engage students in new, unusual, or unexpected ways. The webpage also shares an infographic with more information, examples of Bell Ringer activities, and a YouTube video about entry tickets.
tag(s): assessment (146), firstday (22), Formative Assessment (73)
In the Classroom
Students can engage in Bell Ringer activities such as digital escape room clues, the 3-word game; a would you rather, and a number of the day. Bell Ringers can use digital tools such as Padlet or Canva or be paper/pencil activities.UK Science Teacher Alex Laney Shares Some Outstanding Do Nows - UK Science Teacher Alex Laney Shares Some Outstanding Do Nows
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K to 12Alex Laney shares Do Now suggestions and the visual effects of Do Nows that teachers can use in the classroom. These visual effects include the volume level, explaining, stretching,...more
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Alex Laney shares Do Now suggestions and the visual effects of Do Nows that teachers can use in the classroom. These visual effects include the volume level, explaining, stretching, naming, identifying, describing, and more. The visuals make the Do Nows exciting and engaging for students.
tag(s): classroom management (118), Teacher Utilities (201), teaching strategies (52)
In the Classroom
In the classroom, students can engage in the Do Now activities by using Canva, reviewed here to access visuals. Students can share their answers via Padlet, reviewed here or collaborative Google Slide, reviewed here. Finally, students can debate their answers and how they arrived at them.Edtomorrow's First Five - Edtomorrow's First Five
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K to 12Edtomorrow's First Five is a free website that shares resources for practical, restorative tools and daily resources that foster strong connections, build authentic classroom communities,...more
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Edtomorrow's First Five is a free website that shares resources for practical, restorative tools and daily resources that foster strong connections, build authentic classroom communities, and inspire student engagement. Each day, you can receive more than 18 activities and ideas that focus on classroom connections, self-care, care for others, and character development. Activities includes a funny meme questions, at-the-door (greeting), quick connect, check in, mindfulness, positivity, quote, and video. These activities are 5 minutes or less and can be used throughout the day. The First Five is divided into Primary (Pre-K to 5) and Secondary (6-12). You can also access archived First Fives.
tag(s): classroom management (118), social and emotional learning (110)
In the Classroom
The First Five can be used in classrooms as part of a morning meeting or student check-in activity. Students can use the First Five to discuss the question, quote of the day, or video. Finally, students can use the activities and ideas in the First Five to demonstrate being role models to other students.The Teacher Toolkit - The Teacher Toolkid
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4 to 12The Teacher Toolkit shares the purpose of an entry ticket. An entry ticket is a short question given to students entering the classroom. The question gets students thinking about what...more
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The Teacher Toolkit shares the purpose of an entry ticket. An entry ticket is a short question given to students entering the classroom. The question gets students thinking about what the class will be about. Entry tickets allow the teacher to assess what the students are thinking and answer questions that the students have. Students enjoy entry tickets because they can write their thoughts down and get immediate teacher feedback. There are samples of entry ticket templates in Microsoft Word, Google Doc and Forms. Grade levels include elementary or secondary, and they are availale in Spanish.
tag(s): assessment (146), Formative Assessment (73), social and emotional learning (110), Teacher Utilities (201), thinking skills (17)
In the Classroom
Entry tickets can be used in the classroom to set the purpose of the lesson. They allow students to write down their thoughts and organize their thinking for the lesson. Finally, entry tickets are a means for discussion in the classroom.Educational Partners International - Educational Partners International
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K to 12Educational Partners International's "Working with Do Nows" is a three-minute video that shares the importance and value of a Do Now for students. Do Nows are a focusing exercise that...more
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Educational Partners International's "Working with Do Nows" is a three-minute video that shares the importance and value of a Do Now for students. Do Nows are a focusing exercise that allows students to concentrate on the importance of school and classwork. Do Nows should be a pre-assessment that is about three to five minutes. It should be a pencil-to-paper or computer-based method in which something tangible is produced for the teacher to see that allows for differentiation.
tag(s): differentiation (86), Formative Assessment (73)
In the Classroom
Do Nows can be used in the classroom to place students into differentiated groups and monitor their progress.What is Retrieval Practice? - Unleash Learning, LLC
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K to 12The Retrieval Practice website explains why actively recalling information enhances student learning and retention. It delves into the cognitive science behind retrieval practice, demonstrating...more
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The Retrieval Practice website explains why actively recalling information enhances student learning and retention. It delves into the cognitive science behind retrieval practice, demonstrating how this method strengthens memory and improves long-term understanding. The site provides research-based insights, practical examples, and classroom strategies for implementing retrieval activities, such as low-stakes quizzes or reflective questions.
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tag(s): teaching strategies (52)
In the Classroom
Start class with a quick retrieval activity, such as a "Brain Dump," where students write down everything they remember about a previously learned topic. Use low-stakes quizzes or exit tickets to reinforce key concepts. Incorporate "Successive Relearning," where students revisit and recall material repeatedly over weeks.Lesson Plan Generator - Polymath
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K to 12The Lesson Plan Generator offers a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that helps teachers create structured, customized lesson plans in just a few clicks. Teachers simply fill...more
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The Lesson Plan Generator offers a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that helps teachers create structured, customized lesson plans in just a few clicks. Teachers simply fill out details like grade level, subject, and lesson topic, and the generator provides a plan that aligns with Bloom's Taxonomy. Teachers can integrate this tool to streamline lesson planning, particularly when planning for diverse needs. This is an excellent tool for differentiating in your classroom.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (188), blooms taxonomy (7), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
The Lesson Plan Generator can produce additional activities or discussion questions that enhance engagement. Teachers can review the generated lesson and pick elements that suit their class's needs, adding variety to familiar topics. Teachers save time on lesson prep, giving them more bandwidth to focus on student engagement and classroom interactions. Teachers can maintain a consistent approach to lesson planning, incorporating essential elements like warm-ups, main activities, and assessments. This tool helps to create a predictable classroom routine that students can rely on.Auto Classmate - AI-powered Lesson Plan Generator - Logan Greenhaw
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K to 12Auto Classmate's AI-powered Lesson Plan Generator is a helpful tool for teachers looking to create customized lesson plans quickly. The website allows educators to input key lesson...more
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Auto Classmate's AI-powered Lesson Plan Generator is a helpful tool for teachers looking to create customized lesson plans quickly. The website allows educators to input key lesson details, and the AI generates tailored plans, including activities and questions for the lesson. With its "freemium" model, teachers can try out the tool at no cost, with up to 300 actions monthly actions on the free tier. This makes it easy for teachers to explore the platform's features.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (188), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
Auto Classmate's tools support diverse classroom needs, allowing teachers to incorporate engaging elements without extensive planning. The Lesson Plan Generator creates tailored lesson plans based on specific topics, grade levels, or student needs. The Activation and Engagement Activity Generator provides three unique engagement activities for any lesson or grade level. The "Would You Rather" Question Generator generates grade and subject-specific questions, which teachers can use as a quick warm-up activity that gets students talking and thinking in creative ways. Teachers can use it to add exciting and engaging activities that make learning fun and accessible, particularly for starting new topics or units.AI Planet - AI Planet
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K to 12AI Planet's Lesson Plan Generator is a free tool that helps teachers create customized lesson plans quickly and easily. Educators can enter details such as subject, grade level, learning...more
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AI Planet's Lesson Plan Generator is a free tool that helps teachers create customized lesson plans quickly and easily. Educators can enter details such as subject, grade level, learning objectives, and preferred teaching methods, and the tool generates a comprehensive, ready-to-use lesson plan that aligns with these specifications. By offering this resource at no cost, AI Planet aims to save teachers time while supporting a more tailored and effective approach to classroom instruction.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (188), differentiation (86), Teacher Utilities (201)
In the Classroom
Use this tool to tailor lesson plans with interactive activities that captivate student interest, such as projects, discussions, or group tasks based on their interests. It can also be helpful to create differentiated lessons or advanced materials for students ready to deepen their understanding, promoting independent study and critical thinking skills. Use this tool to refresh your lessons with new and engaging ideas.School Library NJ - School Library NJ
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K to 12School Library NJ is a free resource that allows access to information resources that enhance the teaching and learning experience to enrich literacy experiences. The website has a...more
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School Library NJ is a free resource that allows access to information resources that enhance the teaching and learning experience to enrich literacy experiences. The website has a wealth of resources, including elementary, middle, and high school parents, educators, administrators, and librarians. Each subcategory has links to websites, including e-books, read-alouds, annotating, college and career searches, internet safety, virtual field trips, and more.
tag(s): audio books (29), ebooks (47), parents (56), test prep (69)