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The Writing Wizard is a free resource for teachers and homeschooling moms and dads. If you like the Writing Wizard, please tell your friends, mention it in your blog, or link to it from your own website.

Having gone through those steps, you should be pretty familiar with what the Writing Wizard can do. So, whether you are making writing practice worksheets for kindergarten or elementary school children, in D'Nealian or Zaner-Bloser, in cursive or manuscript, you should now be able to come up with something. If not, try the FAQ for help.

Please send your feedback!

I've received some very positive comments about the ESL Writing Wizard, some of which are posted on the contact page. I'd like to say a big thank you to those of you that have sent me stories of how your children have enjoyed the handwriting worksheets. It's a wonderful feeling knowing that the work I've put into this site, has brought joy, and better handwriting, to children around the world!

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Of all the handwriting worksheets that people have made using this website, this is one of the most common. It can be a tricky worksheet to make though so I've written some instructions. To find out how to make your own paragraph-style handwriting worksheet, click here!

ESL Kids
Hundreds of flash cards and worksheets for teaching English to children.

Math Worksheets
Make math worksheets for arithmetic, shapes, colors, numbers, money, and more!

Pre-writing Skill Worksheets
Pre-writing e-workbook with 16 reproducible worksheets for children ages 4-6.

Education Links
Links to ESL and other educational sites.

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English language instruction for EL students

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Reading, phonics, and math educational games

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Starfall Education: Kids Games, Movies, Books & Music for K-5 and above

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Phonics Games & Videos Online - Teach Your Child to Read with Phonics - Phonics Games Online, Phonics Worksheets, Phonics Video Tutorials

ESL, Math, Science : Games, Worksheets, Videos

English Lessons for Children - For Parents & Teachers of Kids - We offer Video Tutorials, Games, Worksheets, Powerpoint,Flashcards, Placement Tests - Kizschool.com

ESL eBook Packs for Kids : Resources You can't afford not to have.

Math4Children.com: Free Math Worksheets, Math Games, Online Quizzes, Video Lessons and eBooks Downloads for Learning and Teaching kindergarten, preschool,1st to 6th grade.

Math Practice Pre-K to 8th Grade: Exercises for teaching & practicing Math - Math Games, Quizzes, Math Videos.

ESL Worksheet Ebooks - Grammar, Crossword & Vocabulary Ebooks - Crosswords, Word Puzzles, Flashcards, Games and more for teaching vocabulary grammar. These books will save teachers time. Good for Beginners, Elementary and Intermediate Levels.

ESLTOWER.COM : Many Free English Grammar & Vocabulary Exercises for Teachers and Students

Math4Children.com: Free Math Worksheets, Math Games, Online Quizzes, Video Lessons and eBooks Downloads for Learning and Teaching kindergarten, preschool,1st to 6th grade.

English Media Lab : ESL Powerpint Videos, interactive quizzes, Pronunciation & intonation quizzes, business & survival English(100% free to use)

ESL Kidstuff : Resources for kids English teachers. Over 1,200 flashcards, hundreds of worksheets, crafts, games, ESL jobs, teaching tips and much more!

Kinder Helper : Children's resources for kindergarten, pre-school & elementary school teachers and parents. Over 1,200 flashcards and clip art images, 600+ worksheets, paper crafts, classroom activities and much more!

Teaching English and Living in Taiwan Website geared towards providing resources for ESL teachers and those in Taiwan - personals, classifieds, and general information on teaching and living in Taiwan.

LessonPlans.com - Top Lesson Plan Directory

Vocabulary Activities : Interactive vocabulary games with help for hispanic speakers from MadridTeacher.com

English Banana.com - 750+ Free Printable Worksheets for Better English Lessons

Kizschool.com offers a complete ESL course for primary English learners packed with - Video Tutorials, Games, Worksheets & more

KizMath.com is an excellent Math practice site for kids developed by Kisi and his brother Jude. The site covers math for Pre-K right up to 8th Grade.

ESLTOWER.COM : Many Free English Grammar & Vocabulary Exercises for Teachers and Students
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Free Online English Learning: Study English with Quizzes, Tests, Crossword Puzzles, Exercises and other activities for students of English as a second language.

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Free ESL for resources for kids are one of our best offers. Never again worry about lesson plan for young learners because we have free worksheets, Video Slides, Powerpoint presentations , Interactive Quizzes, Games for Classrooms , Flashcards, Kids Grammar, Reading & Spelling Worksheets and More to take off the burden of kids lesson planning. Most links point to our ESL KIDS LAB - www.english-4kids.com, Click here >>> Worksheets for Kids include: Word Puzzles , Phonics and phonetics worksheets, coloring worksheets, video and music worksheets.ESL FOR KIDS We have video slide shows for Young learners in six different grades beginning from easy to difficult. ESL Fun Games and Activities for the classroom. ESL Powerpoint Games, ESL Board Games, Card Games, Interactive Games, Game Templates for your to build your own exercises. Grammar and Vocabulary can be learnt and practiced using these free interactive exercises for online learning. We have self-tutoring video slides, Grammar Quizzes, Vocabulary Quizzes, Pronunciation & Intonation Exercise, Business and Survival English Materials and more self-tutoring English Exercises. The powerpoint presentations and video slides of this website are life-savers for teachers.. To help you with your computer-assisted lesson plans, we have created over 50 state-of-the-art powerpoint presentations and Video Slides with embedded audio recording. These tools are helping thousands of teacher all over. They make teaching of beginners, young learners to pre-intermediate levels quite easy.Just check out the free samples. There are ipod compatible versions as well. You will also find worksheet ebooks, audio books, and self-grading quizzes to download. Chinese is an easy language to learn to speak. Using our free Mandarin lessons online, you can quickly learn Chinese through free mp3 audio lessons, video slides and several interactive games and quizzes. It is increasingly important to learn Chinese so as to take advantage of the many economic opportunities that China provides. You can also quickly expand your vocabulary by looking at these lessons for beginners and elementary Chinese learners.
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TED-Ed lessons on all subjects. TED-Ed celebrates the ideas of teachers and students around the world. Discover hundreds of animated lessons, create customized lessons, and share your big ideas.

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Sometimes an activity will be appropriate for reinforcing a standard in multiple grade levels (e.g., one of the activities designed for grades 2–3 may be usable in grade 1). However, the activity may contain materials such as vocabulary or text that is above a first grade reading level. We suggest that teachers adapt the materials to suit their students' needs (e.g., change the vocabulary to more appropriate words). These activities are designated in the table by an asterisk (*).

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The standards are coded in the following manner: The first letter(s) designates the strand (e.g., L = Language). The first number or "K" indicates the grade. The second number indicates the standard. When a lower case letter follows the second number, it indicates that it is a grade specific expectation of that standard.

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Chicken Little

A modern adaptation of the classic tale: What happens when a completely normal chicken believes everything he reads on the internet? This story is written in the present tense, because it's a good thing to learn.

The Bird and the Whale

Our first ever original story, about a bird and a whale and their shared love of little fish. Inspired by a song by Tom Waits, and an episode of Adventure Time.

The Three Little Pigs

The classic tale of shoddy building materials, DIY folly, and the perils of emparedados de tocino (a.k.a bacon sandwiches). No pigs or wolves were harmed in the making of this story.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Why you should probably lock your door when you go out for a walk, even if you live en medio de un gran bosque. Why are the three bowls of sopa different temperatures when they were poured at the same time? Science, is why.

Little Red Riding Hood

A deeply troubling investigation into what happens when you let your children walk somewhere alone: Caperucita Roja eats fresas, picks margaritas and talks to el Gran Lobo Feroz on the way to Grandma's house. (Warning: Contains highly improbable medical scenes.)

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Nearpod: Foster a love of learning in every student

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Educational Hip-Hop Songs & Videos for All Subjects, K-12

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Leveraging Games for Enhanced K-12 Primary Education in ESL, Math, and Science

In a world where screens have become ubiquitous, leveraging technology for educational purposes has never been more relevant. Enter the realm of online gaming-not just any gaming, but educational games designed for K-12 primary students. In this expansive guide, we will delve into the multifaceted benefits of using online games to enhance English as a Second Language (ESL), Math, and Science education. Get ready to play ESL games online, dabble in math adventures, and explore the fascinating universe of science games that are cool.

Play ESL Games Online: Transforming Language Learning

Games for ESL: More Than Just Fun and Games

When it comes to learning English as a second language, play becomes a powerful tool. Online games offer a unique blend of fun and educational content designed to help ESL learners grasp new concepts, from vocabulary to sentence structure, and even cultural nuances. Playing ESL games online creates a less intimidating environment for learners, allowing them to absorb language elements more naturally.

Building Blocks of Language: Vocabulary and Grammar

The most basic, yet crucial aspects of language learning, are vocabulary and grammar. ESL games often include exercises to match words with pictures, spell words correctly, and form sentences. This playful approach facilitates easier understanding and retention of language fundamentals.

Find Cool Games for Math: Making Numbers Fun

Why Play Math Games Online?

The conventional way of learning math-through rote memorization and repetition-often leaves students bored and unengaged. When you play math games online, you bring an element of fun into the equation, literally. Math games convert abstract concepts into tangible problems that require critical thinking. This makes it easier for young minds to grasp these concepts while having fun.

Math Gaming Categories

Whether it's solving puzzles, going on treasure hunts, or participating in virtual math competitions, online platforms offer a wide range of math games. You can find cool games for math that range from simple addition and subtraction to complex algebraic equations.

Play Science Games Online: Discover, Learn, Innovate

Science Games That Are Cool

How can you make science, often seen as a complex and challenging subject, enjoyable for primary students? The answer lies in integrating games into the educational process. When students play science games online, they experience hands-on learning that fosters curiosity and deepens understanding.

A Universe of Topics

The realm of science is broad, encompassing biology, physics, chemistry, earth sciences, and more. Online platforms often offer games for science that cover these various subjects, each designed to address specific educational standards and outcomes.

Primary Games for Holistic Learning
What Makes Primary Games Different?
When we talk about primary games, we refer to games explicitly designed for younger learners in the K-12 spectrum. These games are simplified yet engaging, covering the core subjects of ESL, Math, and Science. They are crafted to be age-appropriate, ensuring that students not only learn but also enjoy the process.
Primary the Games: Customization and Curriculum
The beauty of primary games lies in their customization options. Teachers and educators can tailor these games to align with the curriculum, making them an excellent supplemental learning tool.
FAQs: Why Are Games Important in Primary Education?
Q1: What is the significance of using games in primary education?
A: Games turn learning into an engaging and interactive experience. They help in improving focus, enhancing retention, and building problem-solving skills, all of which are crucial in primary education.

Q2: How can games be beneficial for ESL learners?
A: Games can offer a stress-free environment where ESL learners can practice language skills without the fear of making mistakes. They also facilitate better retention of vocabulary and grammar rules.

Q3: Are online math games effective for learning?
A: Absolutely! Online math games transform abstract concepts into interactive challenges, making it easier for students to understand and apply them.

Q4: Do science games offer practical knowledge?
A: Yes, many science games simulate real-world scenarios, encouraging students to apply scientific principles and learn through experimentation.

Q5: How do primary games align with traditional education?
A: Many primary games are designed to correlate with standard educational curriculums, making them an excellent supplement to traditional classroom teaching.

In conclusion, the digital age offers an abundance of opportunities to make learning a more engaging and enjoyable process. Whether it's ESL, Math, or Science, there's an online game tailored to make mastering each subject a thrilling adventure. So go ahead, enrich your primary educational journey with an array of games that not only educate but also entertain.

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What inspires you? Get to know Alma Thomas, (b. Columbus, Georgia; lived and worked in Washington, DC, 1891-1978), an American artist and educator known for her signature painting style using bright colors and patterns inspired by nature. She became a full-time artist late in her life. Born in a time of horses and buggies, she lived through big advancements in technology, such as the space race and moon landing. Her art was inspired by the nature she saw outside her home studio, and awe for the exploration of our vast universe.
Get To Know Alma Thomas Use it in the classroom to teach:
is part of the Hirshhorn KIDS About the Artist series. About the Artist biographies are designed for kids under age 12. Modern and contemporary artists' lives reflect recent human history and events. Sharing these life stories and artworks can help kids see their own potential and better understand the world and their place in it. It is our goal to inspire future generations of artists, makers, and creative problem solvers-sharing artists stories is one way Hirshhorn KIDS realize this goal.
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In this playlist you will learn about how three of the first presidents shaped the executive branch of the United States government.

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QA International launched , a new valuable resource to learn Spanish. Includes 17 all-around themes to explore, including the human body, sciences and food. MORE

From the image to the word and its definition, the Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference. Search the themes to quickly locate words, or find the meaning of a word by viewing the image it represents. What's more, the Visual Dictionary Online helps you learn English in a visual and accessible way. The Visual Dictionary Online is ideal for teachers, parents, translators and students of all skill levels. Explore the Visual Dictionary Online and enrich your mind. Perfect for home, school or work. Discover a visual world of information!

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QA International launched , a new valuable resource to learn Spanish. Includes 17 all-around themes to explore, including the human body, sciences and food. MORE From the image to the word and its definition, the Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference.

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QA International launched , a new valuable resource to learn Spanish. Includes 17 all-around themes to explore, including the human body, sciences and food. MORE

From the image to the word and its definition, the Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference. Search the themes to quickly locate words, or find the meaning of a word by viewing the image it represents. What's more, the Visual Dictionary Online helps you learn English in a visual and accessible way. The Visual Dictionary Online is ideal for teachers, parents, translators and students of all skill levels. Explore the Visual Dictionary Online and enrich your mind. Perfect for home, school or work. Discover a visual world of information!

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QA International launched , a new valuable resource to learn Spanish. Includes 17 all-around themes to explore, including the human body, sciences and food. MORE From the image to the word and its definition, the Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference.

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Language-learning Website

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Duolingo is the world's most popular way to learn a language. It's 100% free, fun and science-based. Practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps!

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Language-learning Website

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Duolingo is the world's most popular way to learn a language. It's 100% free, fun and science-based. Practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps!

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Library of songs, videos, and activities

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Educational Hip-Hop Songs & Videos for All Subjects, K-12

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Flocabulary is a library of songs, videos and activities for K-12 online learning. Hundreds of thousands of teachers use Flocabulary’s educational raps and teaching lesson plans to supplement their instruction and engage students. Our team of artists and educators is not only committed to raising test scores, but also to fostering a love of learning in every child.

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Chemical Elements games for Middle and High School

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Chemical element games - periodic table info

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Online games. Learn about the periodic table, chemistry, the elements and more with these free online quizzes and games.

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Middle and High School - World Maps

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Drag the countries onto the map (no regions).

Drag the countries onto the map. (with regions)

Capitals of Europe

Click on the correct country (no outlines)

Click on the correct state (no outlines).

Click on the correct country. (no outlines)

Learn the names and locations of the capitals
of Europe!

Enter the first 3 letters of the name of the country

Drag each country onto the map (countries disappear.)

Drag each state onto the map (states disappear)

Drag each country onto the map (countries disappear.)

Pick the correct capital for the highlighted country.

Type the first three letters of the country's name (no outlines given).

Type the first three letters of the state's name (no outlines given.)

Type the first three letters of the country's name (no outlines given.)

Type the first 3 letters of the capital's name

Learn the oceans + bodies of water around the US

Click on the countries to learn the capitals

Click on the correct geographic region.

Click on the correct country for each capital. With regions..

Click the correct country with each capital.

Type in the first 3 letters
of the capital.

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Drag the countries onto the map (no regions). Drag the countries onto the map. (with regions) Capitals of Europe Click on the correct country (no outlines) Click on the correct state (no outlines). Click on the correct country. (no outlines) Learn the names and locations of the capitals of Europe!

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Math Games

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"Sheppard offers everything from early math to pre-algebra. The lessons include interactive activities to practice concepts. Students can shoot fruit, pop balloons, and even play math man (the math version of pac man!). Fractions, place value, money, and basic operations are some of the areas that are covered. Check it out at https://www.sheppardsoftware.com/math.htm. "
--Shannon Jakeman , sjakeman.blogspot.com

"Online math games, like the ones that you'll find for free at Sheppard Software, provide a valuable opportunity for children to learn a great deal while they're having fun. The games at Sheppard Software are well written, interactive and very fun to play.

It can be very difficult for parents to find productive and worthwhile activities for children on the Internet; however fun online math games do offer a wonderful alternative.

This free section of Sheppard Software was written for children. Mostly all of the material you'll find at the site is completely free for kids to use. These fun online math games cover all of the math fundamentals, including early math, basic and mixed operations, fractions, pre-algebra, dollars & cents and place value. While teachers often use worksheets to solidify the math concepts learned in the classroom, these sort of games actually have the same educational impact on the child, and the format of the examples as an exciting game keeps the child engaged, interested and coming back for more.

From the main page parents or children will find a simple and easy to navigate menu featuring the different levels of math games and the various math concepts that are available. Children from pre-k up to 8th grade will find fun online math games that teach important math skills that are appropriate for their age level.

Sheppard Software offers a couple of cute games for the youngest math students. In this game, called Bugabaloo Addition, children are shown a number of "bug shoes" on the left and the right. The game asks the child to add the two groups of shoes together, and then pick the bug with the correct number printed on it. This game teaches addition through a graphical display that lets the child see and count the shoes. With the numbers right underneath, children easily make the association between the visual cues and the act of addition.

For slightly older kids, there are a number of very popular arcade-style "popup" math games. In these games, the child is presented with a math problem and must find the creature that's holding the correct answer and smack it on the head with the hammer. The comical expression the creature makes and the sound effects make this game so fun that children will forget that they're learning math! "
--Written March 30, 2010 by Ryan Dube in Educational Freeware -- Reviews of the best learning games, software, and websites --http://www.educational-freeware.com/online/sheppard-math.aspx

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"Sheppard offers everything from early math to pre-algebra. The lessons include interactive activities to practice concepts. Students can shoot fruit, pop balloons, and even play math man (the math version of pac man!). Fractions, place value, money, and basic operations are some of the areas that are covered.

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Science quizzes and games for Middle and High School

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Test your knowledge about the universe with our quizzes and games! Expand your science horizons by reading our fascinating illustrated articles.

We hope to convert our other science games below!
Keep checking back!

Topics include Animals, Environments, Dinosaurs, Anatomy, Digestive system, Skeletal system, Nutrition, Life Cycles, Plant Cell, Animal Cell, Bacteria Cell, Deep Sea Creatures, the Food Chain, the Seasons, Animal Diet, Animal characteristics and classification, chemistry, the elements, animal movies and many more free science games for kids!

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Test your knowledge about the universe with our quizzes and games! Expand your science horizons by reading our fascinating illustrated articles. We hope to convert our other science games below! Keep checking back!

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Puzzles, games, and more for Middle and High School

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Sheppard Software's Language Arts page features a variety of games for different grade levels.

Elementary students (and anyone who needs a refresher) can play the animated grammar and punctuation games, which review basic punctuation and grammar concepts. This section is continually being refined and expanded, so check back often!

Middle school, high school, and adult learners can review their SAT and advanced vocabulary through the SAT Words and Vocabulary in Context games. Memorizing a wide variety of important vocabulary words will really help you succeed in the verbal sections of the SATs and GREs. In addition, reading challenging books, using the vocabulary you learn in daily life, and writing will help cement the words in your mind. Practicing vocabulary will not only boost your scores on standardized tests, it will help you communicate precisely what you mean in daily life!

High schoolers and adults can learn medical and computer terminology through the Medical Jargon and Talking Tech games.

If you love games involving letters and words, please enjoy our word games section, which is great for a range of ages. These games and puzzles will exercise your mind as you have fun!

Playing these games repeatedly will strengthen your grasp of grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary in general life, and help you communicate your ideas with greater impact. Please enjoy these games, and let us know if you have any suggestions or ideas for additional interactives!

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Language Arts Games - Grammar, Punctuation, Capitalization, Vocabulary

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Improve your vocabulary, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation with these fun English games!

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Educational games

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Suitable for grades 4 - 8, Rooting Out Words lets you determine the root & meaning of each word. Answer correctly to win. Play Rooting Out Words online, here.

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Learning games and Apps for Kids

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ABCya! • ABCya! • Learning Games and Apps for Kids

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Educational games for grades PreK through 6 that will keep kids engaged and having fun. Topics include math, reading, typing, just-for-fun logic games… and more!

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Reading passages

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CommonLit is a nonprofit that has everything teachers and schools need for top-notch literacy instruction: a full-year ELA curriculum, benchmark assessments, and formative data.

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CommonLit | CommonLit Library | Browse Content by Theme, Grade Level and More

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Teaching Resources

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Free primary and secondary school teaching resources - BBC Teach

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Thousands of free curriculum-mapped videos for your classroom, arranged by subject and age-group; Live Lessons presented by top BBC talent; educational campaigns including Super Movers and Bring the Noise.

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Get inspired for the new school year with these helpful organizers.

Pandemic or not, a new school year can be an opportunity for a fresh start. It may be hard to feel fresh if you're overwhelmed by the circumstances, but back-to-school traditions can help keep spirits up. Maybe for you it's buying new school supplies, planning out a brand-new unit, or incorporating some of the tools and strategies you've discovered over the break into your lessons.

To help ease the transition and give you a little something to get excited about, we've put together a set of customizable templates focused on supporting you, your students, and their families during distance learning. The world around you might feel disorganized, but that doesn't mean you have to be!

Pick one or two (or more!) of the templates below, and customize them to work for you and your students. Whether you want to set norms and expectations for online learning, provide families with an overview of your distance learning plans, or give families some support in facilitating learning at home -- we've got you covered.

We hope these resources ease a bit of the stress you might be feeling right now. We're here for you! Thank you for all you do for your students and their families.

Set a positive culture of digital citizenship from the start with this customizable student agreement in English and Spanish. Set expectations for device care, online safety, media use, and more.

Discuss expectations for online communication, privacy and safety, device use, and more with your middle and high school students. Available in English and Spanish.

Customize this FAQ to set expectations and answer families' questions about your distance learning program. From how to turn in assignments to what to do when kids are struggling, provide guidance and resources with this detailed template.

Fill out this distance learning info sheet for families so they can post it at home for easy reference. Available in English and Spanish.

Provide helpful support to students and families during distance learning with this customizable schedule. Use it to outline the day's learning activities, provide any important information parents and caregivers need to know, and check in with how students are feeling each day.

Help parents and caregivers track student progress during distance learning with this customizable short discussion guide. Provide a summary of one learning objective, suggestions for what parents and caregivers could ask their child, and examples of what to listen for in the answers.

Help kick-start K-2 learning at home with these easy-to-use, customizable packets. These weekly learning plans can help you open up the lines of communication with students' families and ease them into some new digital learning routines.

Edit and share this handy guide to make sure families have the information they need about your school-issued devices for distance learning. (Or have your technology specialist do it!) From how to log in to where to get technical support, make sure students and their families can easily get answers when they need them.
Distance Learning Short List: Best Free Resources by Grade and Subject

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Free Distance Learning Templates for Teachers and Families | Common Sense Education

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Pandemic or not, a new school year can be an opportunity for a fresh start. It may be hard to feel fresh if you're overwhelmed by the circumstances, but back-to-school traditions can help keep spirits up.