This summer, some other GT teachers and I got together to host some free online classes through Edmodo for our 3rd-5th graders. My class is called, “Make a Theme Park.” Each week, the students are invited to make something for a theme park that they have imagined. For the 1st week, the challenge was to build … Read more
For today’s Phun Phriday post, I have a few examples of some unusual ways to make music. As my students explore this with our new MaKey MaKey, I have become more aware of alternative musical instruments. I am awed by the creativity exemplified in these videos! Pringles Cans Playable Organ Feel Flavor Playable Poster Landfill Harmonic
It’s time for state-wide testing in my neck of the woods. Even though we are not allowed to have computers on during the test, you might want to consider using GoNoodle after the test, particularly for students who have been sitting for awhile. They also recently added a feature called, “Flow,” which helps with stress. … Read more
If you want to spend the best $50 ever on a classroom supply or birthday gift, then I would highly recommend Makey Makey – touted as “the invention kit for everyone.” For today’s Phun Phriday post, I bring to you the most versatile piece of computer hardware that I’ve ever used. I’ve seen MaKey MaKey … Read more
As I mentioned in “Trends for Education in the 2013-2014 School Year,” augmented reality is going to be big in education. Really big. It has the potential to allow students to experience learning in so many different ways. For kids who do not learn best by reading or listening to lectures, augmented reality could definitely … Read more
This week, I am focusing on providing resources to “Squash the Summer Slide” as ReadWriteThink puts it. Parents often ask me at this time of year for ideas to keep my students challenged over the summer. ArtsEdge is a great site for classroom ideas, but here are a few links to articles that might be … Read more