Nearpod is an application tool that takes your presentations to a whole new level. Teachers can take already existing PowerPoints or PDFs and upload them to the Nearpod site to create enriched multimedia presentations with interactive features. Some of the features include adding quizzes, drawing tools, and video to the lesson. Teachers can then share the content with the students and control the activity with the Nearpod app. Students have the capability to receive the content from the teacher on their device for a great interactive lesson. There are many reasons to love this application but here are my top five reasons why Nearpod is a great way to start the journey of using devices in the classroom
Engage your students by implementing stem activities for 2nd graders. You will love this collection of STEM challenges.
If you’re looking for a way to integrate science with the essential skill of reading comprehension, you’re in the right place. In this blog post, you’re about to dive headfirst into how to teach reading comprehension with your science lessons. I’ve created science reading comprehension worksheets, lessons, and passages that have been game-changers. They are […]
Teach fables in a fun and engaging ways using technology tools such as apps and the iTunes U course. It is the perfect way to teach fables to students.
Looking for ideas to inspire a love of writing in writer's workshop? Why not give writer's notebooks a try? Writer's notebook is an essential author's tool.
Staying healthy is not always an easy thing to do especially during a pandemic. Here are six health tips for teachers during a pandemic.
Being a teacher author is difficult especially when you are starting out! That's why a teacher author needs a mentor to help them find the perfect blance.
Introduce your 3rd grader to the magical world of folktales with our list of the best folktale books for kids.
Are you a teacher who is tired of mandated testing? This post explores the problem with common assessments and examines testing alternatives.
Create a daily classroom schedule in minutes. This blog post shares simple solutions for a daily classroom schedule. Click here to read more.
Districts are working feverishly to ensure children have access to technology and Internet during this global pandemic to simplify distance learning.
Want to know how to supplement your income while working full-time as a teacher? Learn how to earn passive income and why it is important as an edupreneur.
Teaching is a labor of love knowing that it is not for the money. But, some teachers want to know how to start a side business to supplement their income.
October is here! My husband and I were just talking about how much we love fall! Football, deer season (well he loves deer season), and the leaves changing. In Arkansas, ... Read More
Introduce your 3rd grader to the magical world of folktales with our list of the best folktale books for kids.
It is a stressful time of year to find fun and engaging academic lessons for students. Here are 5 holiday activities that incorporate technology.
Great ideas for teaching how-to text in the classroom. ✂️ What are your favorites?
This pandemic has brought to the forefront the importance of instructional technology and the role it plays in educating our students.
Language is like muscles: you have to use it to grow. Learn six bright ideas💡for strengthening language comprehension.
Introduce your 3rd grader to the magical world of folktales with our list of the best folktale books for kids.
Language is like muscles: you have to use it to grow. Learn six bright ideas💡for strengthening language comprehension.
Create a daily classroom schedule in minutes. This blog post shares simple solutions for a daily classroom schedule. Click here to read more.
I think a lot about the importance of developing a growth mindset and building strong interpersonal relationships and realized what a great gift it would be to teach my students these skills. I had such an overwhelming response to a blog post I wrote on the subject, asking me questions and thanking ...
Districts are working feverishly to ensure children have access to technology and Internet during this global pandemic to simplify distance learning.
Teacher wellness is more important than it has ever been before. Teachers are taking on more and more; being well needs to be one of them.
Engaging students can be rough, but it can be made easier! Find five great ways to turn boring into engaging and transform your classroom.
This year is going to be a whirlwind, but you can calm the storm with digital planners. A digital planner? Find out the what and how here!
During this mini unit, students will explore the importance of writing scientific procedures. Learning how to write in this way will help students communicate about investigations the way scientists do. Students will explain their understanding throughout the writing of procedural texts and evaluat...
Today I am joining many of my favorite blogger friends and yours for a fun blog hop. No products, just tons of BRIGHT IDEAS that can help you in the ... Read More
KitHub supports aspiring engineers to gain the confidence and skills they need to create, experiment and design creative projects using electronics.
I have been spending a lot of time over the past couple of months trying to come to terms with the fact I have branded myself as a technology specialist. ... Read More
We are in a whole new world of teaching. Many of us are teaching in a hybrid classroom trying to stay sane. Find out how to stay sane here!
Hey everyone! I hope everyone is staying nice and warm as you read this post. As I am writing I am hearing the tappy, tap, tap of sleet on my ... Read More
It is a stressful time of year to find fun and engaging academic lessons for students. Here are 5 holiday activities that incorporate technology.
Introduce your 3rd grader to the magical world of folktales with our list of the best folktale books for kids.
Writing workshops are great to use in your classroom. However, launching writing workshop can be tricky. Follow these six steps to help!
