Tocomail provides fun and safe online communication for kids. Kids can use Tocomail to send messages to family members and friends, and it is great as classroom communication service. Since I first wrote about Tocomail, a lot of new options have been added. This includes single click audio and video messaging, texting, and updated interface. With…
PowerUp WHAT WORKS resources for struggling students and those with disabilities are now available in the OpenEd resource library. OpenEd is the creator of the world’s largest online collection of standards-aligned resources that I shared earlier this year. PowerUp provides customizable materials, lesson plans, instructional strategies, videos and more to enhance learning for students with…
Todo Math is a fantastic iPad app that supports Common Core Math instruction. It includes exercises and activities to help students master pre-Kindergarten through second grade math skills. This iPad app has bright and colorful features that will grab the attention of young learners and support them as they work to master math content. ………
Google Translate is an amazing website that lets users translate text into another language. With a simple copy and paste you can take a message in one language and translate it to another. Although this tool isn’t always perfect it’s a great online resource for teachers looking to communicated effectively with families and students. In addition…
I’ve shared lots of reasons why I’m a fan of QR codes. i-Skool is a project that incorporates scannable technology and puts learning in motion. Its goal is to enhance brain activity by getting kids on their feet as they practice cognitive skills. Teachers create a quiz with an item connected to a color in…
Teachers using the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA2+) can now gather formative reading assessment data on their iPad. This app guides teachers through data collection as they observe, record and evaluate changes in the reading performances of their students. It’s a great option for schools making a move to paperless reporting. The app lets teachers access…
The Answer Pad is a comprehensive tool that is different from the presentation and assessment tools you might have seen in the past. This completely interactive mobile app and web tool promotes student engagement and helps teachers monitor student progress. The Answer Pad lets teachers design summative assessments that can be answered with a tap of…
On May 18th, I am moderating a webinar on game-based learning in the classroom with leading expert Greg Toppo, USA Today’s K-12 education writer (and a former teacher). Greg has been researching game-based learning in schools, and he recently wrote The Game Believes in You: How Digital Play Can Make Our Kids Smarter after finding himself…
Whether you’re planning an outdoor excursion or just want to show off the National Parks to your students, check out National Geographic‘s fantastic free app: National Parks by National Geographic. With tons of information (and the option to upgrade for more) this app can be used for student research or virtual field trips! It’s a great choice for students…
Teachers in one iPad classrooms can turn their device into a document camera with lots of do-it-yourself tricks. The perfect app for turning your iPad into a presentation tool is Stage: Interactive Whiteboard and Document Camera. It lets users switch from a white board, image background, and camera all while writing on the screen. Extra in…