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Book Builder is a website that allows you to create books on the web for free!
* It is extremely beneficial for being able to allow all levels of readers to access it.
* It also has a really cool feature of little speakers at the bottom of each page!
* The speakers can either ask questions about the story, make small comments, and even explain certain aspects of that page to the reader!

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Below is a quick spiel on the background and importance of implementing UDL into the classroom.

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Is a learning center where you take a journey through a variety of apps. Learning the ins and outs, and all of its perks. Once you think you've got a pretty good understanding, you can go to earn your badge for a specific app!
After completing all 8 Badges, you finally become certified!

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Looking for an option for your students/kid to explore and create with digital games? Check out the website linked below. It will invite you to learn all of the amazing things Osmo has to offer. 

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Looking for an option for your students/kid to explore and create with digital games? Check out the website linked below. It will invite you to learn all of the amazing things Osmo has to offer. 

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Seriously one of the coolest websites! Whether it be to get your kids energized for a test or even to calm the minds and bodies before an important lesson. 

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Seriously one of the coolest websites! Whether it be to get your kids energized for a test or even to calm the minds and bodies before an important lesson. 

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1. My name is Jane Boessen and I am currently a sophomore at Southeast Missouri State University
2. I am an aspiring educator, studying Exceptional Child Education
3. I am apart of the Cross Country and Track team here at SEMO
4. I absolutely love SMOOTHIES, Jesus, and Naps
5. I have a Golden Doodle named Finnegan

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I recently just learned how to create and navigate a blog! Give it a read to learn a little bit more about me, my current life, and background!

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This past winter break I was given the opportunity to go on a catholic youth conference called "SEEK2019". This retreat was absolutely life changing. I walked away with so much knowledge and a stronger relationship with Christ. While I was on this retreat, I got to listen to this phenomenal speaker. Her name was Sarah Swafford and her words were so humbling. She touched on the topic of striving. This saying has stuck with me ever since, "Striving, not perfect, because perfect doesn't exist." She reminds us that we are all human and that no one has that perfect life. We are meant to strive. Whether it be to strive for our next goal, strive for a loving relationship, and or striving to ultimately live a life to glorify God.

Attached is the link to a video from her talk at SEEK. You don't want to miss it! Grab your journal, get comfy, and press play. Your mind will be blown and some tears will be shed.

{xo many blessings}

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This past winter break I was given the opportunity to go on a catholic youth conference called "SEEK2019". This retreat was absolutely life changing. I walked away with so much knowledge and a stronger relationship with Christ. While I was on this retreat, I got to listen to this phenomenal speaker.

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As a sped teacher it is important to always be quick with alternative options that are best suitable for your students!
Apple Teacher allowed me to explore a variety of apps on a more deeper level!

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Watch this video to learn about all of the GREAT things Class Dojo has to offer!

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Click on this document to learn all about Nearpods amazing features!

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I recently created a small lesson on the Book of Ruth! Click on the link below and try it out!

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HOW COOL IS THIS MAP FEATURE!

Below is a pin point of where I am from!
I am from Moscow Mills MO! Just an hour North from St. Louis!

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Who knew that Snapchat could be beneficial in the classroom! Snapchat allows students to succeed in the classroom with its variety of effects and resources. Teachers are able to share small blurbs in a unique way while still creating useful assignments.
Posted below is a video of me giving a quick intro on todays lesson, Dinosaurs.

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Welcome 4th Grade StudentsMs. BoessenMy name is Here are 4 quick facts about ME #1I love to run and workout every single day. It makes me feel productive and overall motivated! #2I am a lover of all things popsicles and ice cream related! Summer is my favorite time of the year!#3I have a golden doodle named Finnegan!

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Family Vacation of Paddle Boarding in Moab, Utah! by Jane

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TOUCH this image to discover its story. Image tagging powered by ThingLink

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All the RED columns are Technology Resources and all the BLUE Columns are Technology Activities! 

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All the RED columns are Technology Resources and all the BLUE Columns are Technology Activities! 

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It is no secret that GoNoodle is one of my favorite classroom discoveries of all time. Seriously... in my nearly 18 years of teaching I have never come across a resource as useful and versatile as this one. Every day I hear that some teachers are just now discovering this gem, so I am popping in today to share my 5 favorite ways to use GoNoodle in my classroom.

We all know that kids today need frequent brain breaks to be ready for their best learning. This is probably the purpose that GoNoodle is best known for. The choices are incredible - from the antics of the guys from Koo Koo Kangaroo to Moose Tube's fun chants to my students' favorite Zumba channel. The great thing about the Zumba dances is that they are directed, so even your more reluctant students will feel comfortable participating since they don't have to choose HOW to move their bodies!

Sometimes students have enough energy to go around WITHOUT any external help! On days like this, GoNoodle's calming activities are just what you need. Think About It is a series of quick, inspirational messages, Airtime and Airtime Space are incredible breathing activities, and my own personal favorite is hands-down the charismatic Maximo who leads us through fun yoga movements.

The majority of GoNoodle's activities are completely free for teachers and parents, but there IS an option to purchase a yearly membership that teachers everywhere should know about. The fantastic activities in the GoNoodle Plus library include awesome learning activities like Mega Math Marathon, where students actually run an entire marathon (in many visits, of course) while answering math questions on a topic you choose, Field Trip, where students run and avoid obstacles while heading toward a mystery field trip destination, and Bodyspell, a kinesthetic spelling activity. The most awesome thing about several of the GoNoodle Plus activities is that you can CUSTOMIZE them with your own questions - perfect for reviewing your curriculum!

GoNoodle also has amazing activities to get students focused - PERFECT for testing season or mindset work! Flow is absolutely awesome. These are mindfulness activities are a little longer than the Think About It messages and are the perfect way to prepare for a test, focus after a recess break or settle a child in turmoil. I have even used this in my class privately with a single child who just needed the opportunity to redirect her thoughts to something more positive and get focused to move on with the day. So powerful!

Finally... the really good stuff! Face it - there are times when you have an extra five or ten minutes at the end of the day and the kids are too tired to listen to a story, or you're too tired to try to settle them for one, OR it has been raining for three days and the students can't go outside and you're pulling your hair out for a break. Let me tell you that GoNoodle has got you COVERED!! Probably the most incredible feature (I know... I've said that already haven't I?!) is the Indoor Recess Mega Mixes!! These are playlists full of all sorts of GoNoodle activities in a range of lengths and designed for a range of classroom spaces. They have thought of everything!! These are a gift to teachers everywhere!

Are you still here?? What are you waiting for? You students are going to love it. YOU are going to love it! Click on any of the images above to get started today!

Psst... you can also grab this FREE GoNoodle SMART Board attendance with 3 different screens to choose from!

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My 5 Favorite Ways to Use GoNoodle in My Classroom

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It is no secret that GoNoodle is one of my favorite classroom discoveries of all time. Seriously... in my nearly 18 years of teaching I have never come across a resource as useful and versatile as this one.

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Powtoon is an animation software where you can create thrilling but educational animated videos. Check out my creation above to see how I used Powtoon to introduce myself as well as the app itself.

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This webiste allows teachers to create a free personal QR Code. These codes can be implemented into any area of the classroom and found to be super ENJOYABLE! The Codes can be scanned with both an apple or android device.

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Free Online QR Code Generator to make your own QR Codes. Supports Dynamic Codes, Tracking, Analytics, Free text, vCards and more.

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iMovie is a tool where you can create videos, long or small. Whether it to be to do class introductions or show a new lesson to the class. Tagged below is an example of an iMovie trailer that I created to introduce a little bit about myself and my family.

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Thinkglink is an interactive tool with the ability to turn any image into a interactive illustration. This app can be utilized to implement a variety of lessons and or student work into the classroom.
1. Choose a Picture
2. Tag bubbles all over the picture
3. Choose from the different options to label your bubble in share form

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How to teach using Haiku Deck in the classroom

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How to teach using Haiku Deck in the classroom

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Haiku Deck can be used to create quick and easy lessons. It can be used to give quizzes, introductions, and so much more. Check out my creation below to learn a little bit more of all it entails.

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Created with Haiku Deck, presentation software that's simple, beautiful and fun.

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Below is a lesson I created focusing in on Math, using shapes and numbers. This is more of a game to help students learn their shapes. 

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Below is a lesson I created focusing in on Math, using shapes and numbers. This is more of a game to help students learn their shapes. 

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This is an assignment I created for students to complete a fun game of "running" a race using coding with ozobots.

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Ozobots provides opportunities to apply coding in all classrooms regardless of grade or content area.

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Ozobots provides opportunities to apply coding in all classrooms regardless of grade or content area.

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"Playing beyond the screen invites students to collaborate on tables or floors while manipulating tangible game pieces such as number tiles, letter tiles, and coding blocks"

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"Playing beyond the screen invites students to collaborate on tables or floors while manipulating tangible game pieces such as number tiles, letter tiles, and coding blocks"

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Osmo's groundbreaking system fosters social intelligence and creative thinking by opening up the iPad and iPhone to the endless possibilities of physical play.

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Discovery Education is an app that offers a variety of "field trips" for students to experience all around the world. Teachers can use this as a tool of creating assignments as students go on their field trip and gain new knowledge. Teachers also have the opportunity to create their own!

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Join us for our Virtual Field Trips or watch them on-demand after their premieres. Each no-cost Virtual Field Trip comes with a companion guide packed with standards-aligned, hands-on learning activities! Select one of the options below to register.

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Take students beyond the classroom and into some of the world's most iconic locations with virtual field trips. Learn more!

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Educreations is a unique whiteboard tool that allows you to animate or narrate any type of activity/lesson. Here is one that I created on how to Dye Easter Eggs using Shaving Cream. 

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Educreations is a unique whiteboard tool that allows you to animate or narrate any type of activity/lesson. Here is one that I created on how to Dye Easter Eggs using Shaving Cream. 

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Teach what you know. Learn what you don't.

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This is an app on the iPad that helps teachers organize the structure of their classroom. Some unique features include tracking behavior, seating charts, and a grade book.

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‎Over a million educators worldwide trust TeacherKit with managing their time and activities. TeacherKit helps you organize classes and students easily. Create a seating chart, record attendance, log behavior, and track grades all with few taps. TeacherKit lifts the headache of routine administration...

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Doctor Who Comic Creator is an app that allows students to put their imagination of a storyline onto paper. This app includes features of characters, speech bubbles, backgrounds, and even comic effects.
Above, is a comic I created about a "classroom hero"!

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For some activities and assignments, a download of Adobe Flash Player must be on ones device. This application provides users to access those games and websites. Mostly for iPhones and iPads.

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This is an online copy of my newsletter. It includes a glance at future events, spelling words, class schedule, and even monthly birthdays. Adobe Spark Page allows you to create weekly/monthly newsletters to inform parents and students.