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Post a picture of a book you have recently read or are reading in the general area where you live! Let's see how many connections we can make!

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Read Alouds Best Practices for COVID-19 by Jessica Purvis

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Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego - Google Earth

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Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego - Google Earth

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Rewarding for teachers, easy for families, fun for kids- a love of reading is inside every Book Box.

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Karen Romano Young reads daily from A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon

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Karen Romano Young reads daily from A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon

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Doodles! Doodlers! Writing, drawing, and sometimes fish. That's right: fish.  I'm Karen Romano Young, a children's author and illustrator...

Doodles! Doodlers! Writing, drawing, and sometimes fish. That's right: fish.  I'm Karen Romano Young, a children's author and illustrator. I create novels and science books and science comics for kids.

I'm not a genius videographer or anything, but I have a good time -- and you can learn some very weird things here, like how to draw yourself in a bathing cap, or how to train a real live cricket.  Doodle on!

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Doodles! Doodlers! Writing, drawing, and sometimes fish. That's right: fish. I'm Karen Romano Young, a children's author and illustrator... Doodles! Doodlers! Writing, drawing, and sometimes fish. That's right: fish. I'm Karen Romano Young, a children's author and illustrator. I create novels and science books and science comics for kids.

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Elly Swartz & Victoria J. Coe

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The Home Page of Children's Author Victoria J. Coe

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If you're using Flipgrid to keep your classroom connected, children's authors Elly Swartz & Victoria J. Coe are happy to share a fun program we whipped up just for you. Inspired by our youtube channel, Books in the Kitchen, Spice Up Reading encourages kids to read books for fun and recommend books to each other - through cooking!

Here's the idea:

We've set up a Flipgrid topic for you to use with your students called "Tasty Books That We Have Read." The students are invited to create a cooking demonstration video while talking about a book they've enjoyed. For example, they might make dog treats while talking about the latest DOG MAN book.

We've included all the resources your students will need, including: how to come up with an idea, how to talk about their book, and the logistics of demonstrating a recipe on camera. (We've also included a list of things they should NOT do!)

How to get started:

Click HERE to access the topic & resources on Flipgrid. Everything is posted in the Disco Library, a collection of pre-made topics for teachers to use. You can add our topic to a grid you already have or make a new one. To find out more about the Disco Library, check out this link.

Step 1:

From the link above, under "Select a Grid," your grids will pop up. Choose the one you want to add "Tasty Books That We Have Read" to and click "ADD."

Steps 2-4:

Keep our title or choose your own.

Change the recording time to ten minutes.

Use our prompt or edit as you please.

Step 5:

For "Topic Tip," you might want to remind students of the time limit & encourage them to read the Do's and Don'ts.

NOTE: When you click "ADD" in Step 1 above, this intro video for your students will be already part of your grid.

NOTE: When you click "ADD" in Step 1 above, this "Dos and Don'ts for Students" will already be added to your grid as an attachment.

OPTIONAL: You can add other attachments if you'd like.

Step 7:

Review your TOPIC STATUS, VIDEO FEATURES, and FEEDBACK, and adjust as you wish.

Step 8:

When your topic is ready to share, click "Update" and GO!

Teachers, remember to use this in coordination with whatever school rules apply for technology use & student videos.

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Use Flipgrid to Spice Up Reading - The Home Page of Children's Author Victoria J. Coe

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E-Learning Resources from Kaitlyn Taylor

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E-Learning Resources from Kaitlyn Taylor

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Lists of free apps and websites to enhance E-Learning. Permission to share from author but make copy if editing in any way!

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Resources for E-Learning - By Kaitlyn Taylor

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Amazing resources from Kate Messner for 6-8 author read alouds

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Amazing resources from Kate Messner for 6-8 author read alouds

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Also check out Read, Wonder, & Learn - a growing collection of online videos & resources for all grade levels! Kahn Academy has free online classes for all main subjects grades K-12, with video lessons and practice problems. The website is now also sharing recommended schedules for students working at home. The Authors Everywhere Youtube Channel has a great collection of read-alouds, writing workshops, and art demonstrations. Crash Course has hundreds of short online lessons in a large variety of subjects ranging from computer science to film history to biology.
On the Kids Ask Authors podcast, you can hear author/illustrator Grace Lin and a guest author answer a kid question! Kids can submit their own book reviews, poems or jokes! https://www.kidsaskauthors.com Subscribe to the podcast here: http://ow.ly/8OPg30qr7WD

The folks at Middle Grade at Heart share a list of MG novels with discussions questions & related activities here.

Read-Alouds
Leah Henderson reads the first chapter of her novel THE MAGIC IN CHANGING YOUR STARS. Jason Reynolds reads an excerpt from his novel GHOST. Kate Messner shares a read-aloud excerpt from TRACKING PYTHONS: THE QUEST TO CATCH AN INVASIVE PREDATOR AND SAVE AN ECOSYSTEM. Jo Knowles reads from her novel WHERE THE HEART IS and shares a writing exercise. Chris Tebbetts reads from STRANDED. Ann Braden reads an excerpt from THE BENEFITS OF BEING AN OCTOPUS. Debbi Michiko Florence reads from KEEP IT TOGETHER KEIKO CARTER and shares a writing prompt. KA Holt reads an excerpt from her forthcoming middle grade novel-in-verse, BEN BEE AND THE TEACHER GRIEFER. Mae Respicio reads from ANY DAY WITH YOU and shares a writing prompt. Lisa Yee reads from MILLICENT MIN, GIRL GENIUS. Kate Messner shares an excerpt from CHIRP. Lisa Schroeder reads an excerpt from her novel MY SECRET GUIDE TO PARIS. Janet Fox reads the first chapter of her novel THE ARTIFACT HUNTERS. Chris Tebbetts reads the first chapters of MIDDLE SCHOOL, THE WORST YEARS OF MY LIFE. Poet Charles Waters shares poetry from DICTIONARY FOR A BETTER WORLD. Abby Cooper reads the first chapter of FRIEND OR FICTION. Author KA Holt reads an excerpt from her novel-in-verse, HOUSE ARREST. Author Jennifer Roy shares a video read-aloud from her historical novel YELLOW STAR. Author Chelsea Clinton shares an excerpt from her book START NOW: YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Author Sayantani DasGupta shares a read-aloud of the first chapter of THE SERPENT'S SECRET.
Drawing/Art Lessons
Illustrator Jarrett Lerner shares drawing tips and techniques. Illustrator Kelley McMorris shares a video about how she illustrates a book cover. Author-illustrator Lita Judge shares a video about how a sketching trip inspired one of her picture books. Author-illustrator James Burks shares a video lesson on how to draw Squirrel from his graphic novel series, Bird and Squirrel!.
Writing Lessons
Diary writing prompt with Veera Hiranandani Author Erin Entrada Kelly shares the contents of her notebooks Paula Chase offers a mini-writing exercise to help students build stories around their unique traits. Christina Soontornvat shares how she came up with the idea for her new middle grade fantasy novel, A WISH IN THE DARK. Author Elly Swartz shares tips on how to use emotion in your life to create authentic characters. Chris Tebbetts shares a lesson on how to create a good beginning for a story. Chris Tebbets gives a writing workshop called Four Elements of Character. Author Liz Garton Scanlon shares a video lesson on writing an ETHEREE - a ten line poem in which each line is one syllable longer than the last. Joyce Sidman shares an amazing collection of poem starters for beginning poets. Here's a poetry lesson from Kathryn Apel - writing a didactic cinquain! If you're stuck at home, it's a great time to start a writer's notebook! Author & Poet Amy Ludwig VanDerwater has a whole collection of posts from different writers, called "Sharing Our Notebooks." Author Madelyn Rosenberg shares a collection of writing prompts. Author and poet Laura Shovan shares a collection of poetry mini-lessons on her website!
Tracey Baptiste shares a lesson on comparative mythology.
Sarah Darer Littman offers short readings and writing prompts on her website.
STEAM Resources
Bill Nye's website shares full episodes of his show "Bill Nye the Science Guy," discussing life science, physical science, and planetary science. A collection of science experiments to perform at home from Prepscholar The New England Aquarium shares videos of animal feedings and other aquarium work along with at-home science projects and activities. NASA has an amazing collection of stories, games, videos, and at-home activities for kids of all ages. Sarah Albee shares a STEM mystery, "Did the Doctor Do It?"

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Learning at Home Resources for Middle School Grades (6-8)

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Kate Messner's comprehensive list of author read alouds for 3-5 students

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Also check out Read, Wonder, & Learn - a growing collection of online videos & resources for all grade levels! Kahn Academy has free online classes for all main subjects grades K-12, with video lessons and practice problems. The website is now also sharing recommended schedules for students working at home. The Authors Everywhere Youtube Channel has a great collection of read-alouds, writing workshops, and art demonstrations.
On the Kids Ask Authors podcast, you can hear author/illustrator Grace Lin and a guest author answer a kid question! Kids can submit their own book reviews, poems or jokes! https://www.kidsaskauthors.com Subscribe to the podcast here: http://ow.ly/8OPg30qr7WD

Read-Alouds
Debbi Michiko Florence reads an excerpt of JASMINE TOGUCHI FLAMINGO KEEPER and shares a writing prompt. Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich reads from SOMEDAY IS NOW. Kate Messner shares a read-aloud excerpt from TRACKING PYTHONS: THE QUEST TO CATCH AN INVASIVE PREDATOR AND SAVE AN ECOSYSTEM. Chris Tebbetts reads from STRANDED. Nikki Grimes reads poems from her book WORDS WITH WINGS. Ann Braden reads an excerpt from THE BENEFITS OF BEING AN OCTOPUS. Nancy Castaldo reads from BACK FROM THE BRINK. Debbi Michiko Florence reads from KEEP IT TOGETHER KEIKO CARTER and shares a writing prompt. Kate Messner reads an excerpt from RANGER IN TIME: RESCUE ON THE OREGON TRAIL. KA Holt reads an excerpt from her forthcoming middle grade novel-in-verse, BEN BEE AND THE TEACHER GRIEFER. Mae Respicio reads from ANY DAY WITH YOU and shares a writing prompt. Kate Messner shares an excerpt from CHIRP.
Lisa Schroeder reads an excerpt from her novel MY SECRET GUIDE TO PARIS.
Poet Charles Waters shares poetry from DICTIONARY FOR A BETTER WORLD. Abby Cooper reads the first chapter of FRIEND OR FICTION. Author Laurel Snyder shares some thoughts on fiction and making up stories, along with a read-aloud of CHARLIE AND MOUSE OUTDOORS. Author Caroline Starr Rose reads her picture book, A RACE AROUND THE WORLD: THE TRUE STORY OF NELLIE BLY AND ELIZABETH BISLAND. Author Corinne Demas shares a read-aloud of THE DISAPPEARING ISLAND. Author Lauren Tarshis shares a read-aloud of the first two chapters of I SURVIVED THE SINKING OF THE TITANIC. Author Sarah Aronson shares a read-aloud of JUST LIKE RUBE GOLDBERG. Author Chelsea Clinton shares an excerpt from her book START NOW: YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Author and illustrator Grace Lin shares a chapter from her book, THE YEAR OF THE DOG.
Do-It-At-Home Projects
Class pet themed maker project with author Megan Frazer Blakemore
Writing Lessons
Debbi Michiko Florence reads an excerpt of JASMINE TOGUCHI FLAMINGO KEEPER and shares a writing prompt. Paula Chase offers a mini-writing exercise to help students build stories around their unique traits. Author Michelle Cusolito shares a min-lesson to help writers add more sensory details to their writing Author and illustrator Jess Keating discusses where ideas for stories come from. Author Lynn Plourde shares tips on starting an observation notebook. Author and poet Nikki Grimes shares poems about her favorite cake, along with steps to creating your own poem about your favorite food! Author Sarah Lynn Scheerger demonstrates how kids can find inspiration and use it in their writing. Joyce Sidman shares an amazing collection of poem starters for beginning poets. Author Madelyn Rosenberg shares a collection of writing prompts. Here's a collection of video mini-lessons from nonfiction author Melissa Stewart. Author Victoria Coe has a playlist of writing lessons for kids with 25 lessons. Author Sarah Darer Littman offers short readings and writing prompts on her website.
Drawing/Art Lessons
Illustrator Jarrett Lerner shares drawing tips and techniques. Grace Lin teaches viewers how to draw a Chinese Dragon and shares some tidbits about Chinese Culture. Author-illustrator Lita Judge shares a video about how a sketching trip inspired one of her picture books. Author-illustrator James Burks shares a video lesson on how to draw Squirrel from his graphic novel series, Bird and Squirrel! Author-illustrator Karen Romano Young shares a video doodling tutorial. Here's a fun challenge from author Laurel Snyder... She's written a brand new book, but doesn't have any pictures for it. Will you help?
STEAM Resources
Bill Nye's website shares full episodes of his show "Bill Nye the Science Guy," discussing life science, physical science, and planetary science. Crash Course Kids is a collection of short videos discussing Earth science, physical science, biology, astronomy, and engineering at the fifth grade level. The American Chemical Society provides a series of fun experiments that are easy to perform at home. A collection of science experiments to perform at home from Prepscholar Kristen Larson shares an engineering design activity based on her book WOOD, WIRE, WINGS: Emma Lilian Todd Invents and Airplane. The New England Aquarium shares videos of animal feedings and other aquarium work along with at-home science projects and activities. NASA has an amazing collection of stories, games, videos, and at-home activities for students grades K-12.

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Learning at Home Resources for Intermediate Grades (3-5)

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A message from the host, Grace Lin
TRANSCRIPT

Hello! Welcome to the Kids Ask Authors Podcast! I'm Grace Lin, children's book author and illustrator of many books! You might know my Newbery Honor book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon or my Caldecott Honor book A Big Mooncake for Little Star. I'm also the author and illustrator of the Ling And Ting early readers. Since I've written and illustrated books for over 20 years, I've had the wonderful opportunity to visit many, many schools and meet my kid readers. I've had many incredible interactions with them and I've noticed that they never run out of questions! I always wish I had time to answer them all. So, here on this podcast I'm going to try to do that!

Every week a guest author and I will be answering one kid question. If you know a kid that has an author question, send it in! The question can range from the general like "Where do you get your ideas?" to the more particular like "What is the biggest writing trap an author has to avoid?" and I'm going to do some solo episodes for those readers who have very specific questions about me and my books.

Because kids really love to interact with authors of the books they love! I've seen this time and time again. However, I also know that many schools cannot get authors in their classrooms-not everyone has the budget, time or support to do that. This podcast is a way to get kids who may not get to hear an author in real life a taste of the experience-and hopefully encourage them on their own creative journey.

And the kids you know can be a part of this podcast! If a kid you know has a question they would like to ask an author, please submit it! Also, if every episode of Kids Ask Authors will end with a book review, a poem or a joke. If you have kid that wants to share one of those, please submit that too! All you have to do is call our number 413-341-0385 and haveyour child leave their question, book review, poem or joke there -just like a voice message. Or go to our website: kidsaskauthors.com and submit it there. So either call 413-341-0385 or go to kidsaskauthors.com!

But the best way you can help this podcast is to please subscribe to it, leave a review and tell all your friends and colleagues to do the same. And most of all share it with kids. Because this podcast is for them.

Thanks so much!

Grace Lin, a NY Times bestselling author/ illustrator, won the Newbery Honor for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and her picture book, A Big Mooncake for Little Star, was awarded the Caldecott Honor. Grace is an occasional commentator for New England Public Radio , a video essayist for PBS NewsHour ( here & here), and the speaker of the popular TEDx talk,The Windows and Mirrors of Your Child's Bookshelf. She is the co-host of the podcast Book Friends Forever, a kidlit podcast about friendship and publishing (geared for adults). Find her facebook, instagram , twitter ( @pacylin) or sign up for her author newsletter HERE.

A message from the host, Grace Lin
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Hello! Welcome to the Kids Ask Authors Podcast! I'm Grace Lin, children's book author and illustrator of many books! You might know my Newbery Honor book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon or my Caldecott Honor book A Big Mooncake for Little Star. I'm also the author and illustrator of the Ling And Ting early readers. Since I've written and illustrated books for over 20 years, I've had the wonderful opportunity to visit many, many schools and meet my kid readers. I've had many incredible interactions with them and I've noticed that they never run out of questions! I always wish I had time to answer them all. So, here on this podcast I'm going to try to do that!

Every week a guest author and I will be answering one kid question. If you know a kid that has an author question, send it in! The question can range from the general like "Where do you get your ideas?" to the more particular like "What is the biggest writing trap an author has to avoid?" and I'm going to do some solo episodes for those readers who have very specific questions about me and my books.

Because kids really love to interact with authors of the books they love! I've seen this time and time again. However, I also know that many schools cannot get authors in their classrooms-not everyone has the budget, time or support to do that. This podcast is a way to get kids who may not get to hear an author in real life a taste of the experience-and hopefully encourage them on their own creative journey.

And the kids you know can be a part of this podcast! If a kid you know has a question they would like to ask an author, please submit it! Also, if every episode of Kids Ask Authors will end with a book review, a poem or a joke. If you have kid that wants to share one of those, please submit that too! All you have to do is call our number 413-341-0385 and haveyour child leave their question, book review, poem or joke there -just like a voice message. Or go to our website: kidsaskauthors.com and submit it there. So either call 413-341-0385 or go to kidsaskauthors.com!

But the best way you can help this podcast is to please subscribe to it, leave a review and tell all your friends and colleagues to do the same. And most of all share it with kids. Because this podcast is for them.

Thanks so much!

Grace Lin, a NY Times bestselling author/ illustrator, won the Newbery Honor for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and her picture book, A Big Mooncake for Little Star, was awarded the Caldecott Honor. Grace is an occasional commentator for New England Public Radio , a video essayist for PBS NewsHour ( here & here), and the speaker of the popular TEDx talk,The Windows and Mirrors of Your Child's Bookshelf. She is the co-host of the podcast Book Friends Forever, a kidlit podcast about friendship and publishing (geared for adults). Find her facebook, instagram , twitter ( @pacylin) or sign up for her author newsletter HERE.

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Introducing Kids Ask Authors - Kids Ask Authors

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A message from the host, Grace Lin TRANSCRIPT Hello! Welcome to the Kids Ask Authors Podcast! I'm Grace Lin, children's book author and illustrator of many books! You might know my Newbery Honor book, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon or my Caldecott Honor book A Big Mooncake for Little Star.

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The SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Daytime Emmy-nominated, Storyline Online, features celebrated actors reading children's books to inspire a love of reading in millions of children worldwide.

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MASON AND THE MEGA-NAUTS by Hélène Boudreau 

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You are the VERY FIRST kid readers of my brand new chapter book MASON & THE MEGA-NAUTS. It is SO new, it doesn't even have illustrations!

That's where YOU come in. Would you like to 'Read Along' and 'Draw Along' with MASON & THE MEGA-NAUTS?

READ ALONG: Click on the BOOK ICON up above to read my free chapter book: MASON & THE MEGA-NAUTS.

DRAW ALONG: Click on the DRAW ICON and draw along. You can use the templates however you like. Anything goes!

SEND ALONG: Click on the MAIL ICON to email me a scanned/photographed illustration (jpeg) based on what you've read.

YOUR ART: I'll post reader artwork in the gallery to share with everyone. I can't wait to see your illustrations!

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graphicnovel SHEETS, DELICATES, have a go at ghost accessorising 🕶👒, & learn to draw a ghost just like Wendell - all on #StoryMakers! Watch the FULL EPISODE on @kidlitv - just follow the link in our bio! . . .

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Get ready for the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade as Rocco reads Melissa Sweet's book, Balloons Over Broadway, in this episode of Read Out Loud! Read more "

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The Everywhere Book Fest was a virtual celebration of authors, books, and readers that brought the book festival experience to everyone on May 1 & 2, 2020. You can catch all the festival panels on our YouTube channel!
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20 Virtual Field Trips to Take with Your Kids - Adventures in Familyhood

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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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Spanish Children's Stories - The Spanish Experiment

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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. Our first ever original story, about a bird and a whale and their shared love of little fish.

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Story time or classroom read-aloud videos in which a Penguin Random House book is read aloud (including the reader showing pictures in the case of picture books) may be created and posted to closed educational platforms such as Google Classroom, Schoology, Edmodo, and Discovery Education, along with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, in order to replicate the read-aloud book experience that would otherwise be available to teachers and educators in the classroom, librarians in the library, and booksellers in the bookstores.

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We've gathered the top 30 educational Hulu shows that make the most of screentime. For your distance learning curriculum or learning at home with your own kids, these are the best options currently available.
Note to teachers: Some schools block Hulu, which requires you to use Hulu's offline feature to download preferred shows and use them during class. Also, grade recommendations were made by our editorial team, but of course, you are always the best judge of the appropriateness for own children and students.
Best educational Hulu shows for elementary school

This musical series introduces kids to the joys of classical music. Watch orchestral musicians play instruments such as the harp, piano, violin, and flute, interlaced with animated fun.

This fun series encourages kids to create art out of everyday objects. Transform items that would have hit the landfill into artistic masterpieces.

Say hello to the gentle giants of the animal kingdom, elephants.

Visit the habitats of animals and learn more about what makes them tick in this animated, nature-focused series.

Kids will love learning how everyday objects are manufactured in some of the most high-tech factories around the world.

Find inspiration in the life of Jane Goodall as she studies our adorable animal relatives, chimps.

So you think you're a LEGO master? Watch as twelve teams of two compete against each other in brick-building challenges that will inspire kids to take their LEGO collection to an entirely new level.

Explore the amazing life cycles that make our world so unique, from the changing of the seasons to the development stages of the butterfly in this animated mini-series for kids.

Your kids won't even realize that they're soaking in important lessons on geography and science as they follow two adorable penguins in their never-ending quest to survive.

Little ones will enjoy meeting Mr. Snail and exploring our natural world from a snail's perspective.

Best educational Hulu shows for middle school

Experience the challenges and thrills of the Apollo program from the disaster of Apollo 1 to the triumph of Apollo 8.

Take a virtual art class with the master of landscapes, Bob Ross. Meditative and relaxing, this is a great show for any kid looking to hone her art skills and relax her brain for a spell.

Based on the best-selling books for kids, Horrible Histories takes an in-depth and often hilarious look at history's most horrible moments.

Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, two special effects experts with more than 30 years of experience, set off to dispel common myths via scientific testing.

Jack Randall isn't afraid of reptiles: watch as he dives headfirst into crocodile-infested swamps, reaches into giant lizards' burrows, and visits with deadly pythons in this fun and educational series.

Go behind the scenes at the Columbus zoo, where nearly 6,000 veterinary cases and well over 100 births each year challenge the zoologists that work hard every day to care for the zoo's most precious animals.

Shark Week showcases the world's deadliest marine hunters. You'll learn how they've survived for millions of years, and what dangers they face today.

Learn what it takes to build two engineering marvels, a massive cargo ship, and the International Space Station.

Follow along with Wayden and Brett, owners of the largest aquarium manufacturing company in the US, and learn how they create the most interesting aquariums in the world. Learn the science behind what it takes to care for our favorite finned creatures.

Budding vets will want to watch this show that highlights the lifesaving efforts of the vets at the Emergency Veterinary Trauma Center in Toronto, one of the busiest animal care facilities in Canada.

Best educational Hulu shows for high school

Bizarre Foods will teach kids more about geography, history, and cultures around the world while taking a virtual bite into unique dishes, drinks, and desserts that may or may not make your mouth water.

Explore the many mysteries that still surround some WWII battles and campaigns in this engaging three-episode series.

Meet the business and media leaders who changed our world. Learn the skills they had to hone to get there and the many challenges they faced on the road to success.

Delve into the science and mystery behind the cosmos.

Delve into the exciting world of Marine Biology with biologist and shark suit inventor, Jeremiah Sullivan.

Go behind the scenes with NASA scientists, researchers, and engineers as they work on the projects that will take us out-of-this-world tomorrow.

Reality and natural science collide in this documentary series that profiles venomous snake handlers Simon Keys and Siouxsie Gillett.

Survivorman Les Stroud trained for years to be able to survive in some of the world's harshest environments with little more than a multitool. Learn lessons on nature ... and life ... as you follow along on his incredible adventures in diverse ecosystems.

The Cold War and WW2 spycraft are the focus of this series surrounding genius inventor Nikola Tesla.

Take a seat and experience our planet from afar: see massive tsunamis in action, a whirlpool in the ocean the size of a state, and more incredible happenings best experienced from the comfort of your sofa.
What educational Hulu shows, movies, or documentaries do you use in your classroom? Come share in ourWeAreTeachers HELPLINE group on Facebook. Looking for more educational content to stream STAT? Check out our guide to the best educational shows on Netflix.

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We've gathered the top 30 educational Hulu shows that make the most of screentime. For your distance learning curriculum or learning at home with your own kids, these are the best options currently available. Note to teachers: Some schools block Hulu, which requires you to use Hulu's offline feature to download preferred shows and use them during class.

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Tired of scrolling to find the best educational Disney+ shows? We've got you covered! We've compiled a list of 30 series, movies, and documentaries to supplement your distance learning curriculum. These streaming services have made it easier than ever to share enriching content with kids of all ages!
Note: Grade recommendations were made by our editorial team, but of course you are always the best judge of the appropriateness for own children and students.
Best Educational Disney+ Shows for Elementary School

Narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, this Disneynature documentary unfolds in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Follow two families of big cats-cheetahs and lions-as they navigate the African landscape.

Set in Alaska, this documentary follows a sweet bear family. Watch the mother guide her cubs through life's lessons as they emerge into the outside world. It won't take long for you to understand why this is one of the best educational Disney+ shows!

Marvel at the incredible cinematography as students embark on a journey with four different animal families. Follow snow leopards, pandas, Tibetan antelopes, and golden snub-nosed monkeys in this documentary narrated by John Krasinski.

Follow the life of Oscar, a chimpanzee whose life is turned upside down after a violent attack separates his mother from the squad. This harrowing tale of survival is incredible, but best for older kids.

Try reading the beloved Holes book by Louis Sachar and then comparing it to the film version.

In the ancient ruins deep in the jungle, a young monkey and her son live a life of adventure-until everything changes. After being forced from their home, they find new ways to stay safe in unfamiliar surroundings.

Avid readers will love the Chronicles of Narnia book set, which includes seven titles. What better way to reward fans of the C.S. Lewis series than to watch this film adaptation?

As a follow-up to The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, cue up Prince Caspian. These two films will fit together nicely-we just wish the other five books had been adapted, too!

This classic is about more than catchy songs and the challenges of blended families. The hills are also alive with the story of life in 1930s Austria in the months leading up to World War II.

Meryl Streep narrates this intimate look at butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, bats, and even flowers. This film gives us unprecedented access into their world, showing us how much the world's food supply depends on them and the increasing threats they continue to face.

Best Educational Disney+ Shows for Middle School

Students will have their minds blown and learn how their brain works with this series of interactive games and experiments. They will gain insight into the science of perception, memory, attention, illusion, stress, morality, and more.

In a land with -100 degree F temperatures, survival depends on cooperation. Continent 7: Antarctica highlights the International communities of scientists, engineers, and Antarctic veterans that must work together to fight brutal conditions and conduct essential research on some of Earth's least hospitable terrain.

Learn about tools and engineering with Disney Shop Class. Teams of young builders are challenged to design, fabricate, and test their own fascinating creations. After completing their task, a panel of experts evaluates and tests what they've made based on design creativity and build functionality.

One of the greatest adventures of the modern space age, Expedition Mars explores the epic trials and tribulations of Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity. With an expected lifespan of months, these rovers lasted for years on the frigid, dusty, craterous landscape of Mars. Students will be in awe of these pioneering explorers that brought new life to NASA's Mars program. And now, Mars is a little less alien to all of us.

To many, imagining Africa conjures up images of barren deserts or dry terrain. But, in the heart of southern Africa's largest desert, the Okavango Delta transforms into a wet oasis once a year. Explore the annual floodwaters that bring both life and danger to the residents of the Okavango Delta in this exquisite 92-minute documentary.

Watch and discover as famous chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay embarks on a globe-spanning mission to discover new and unique cultures, dishes, and flavors. This quest for culinary and cultural adventure finds Ramsay hiking valleys, plunging into oceans, traversing rainforests, and trekking up mountains in this 6 part culinary travel adventure.

One of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is considered by many to be one of America's, and Earth's, most sacred places. Explore this amazing monument with a pair of hikers who set out to walk the 750-mile canyon end to end with the hopes of gaining a better understanding of this unique landscape and the developments poised to alter it forever.

A great adventure epic for middle schoolers, this film based on the 7 novel series highlights the travails of a military captain mysteriously transported to the planet Barsoom (Mars). Finding himself in the middle of a conflicted world on the brink of collapse, John Carter rediscovers himself while fighting for the survival of the people and planet of Barsoom.

Behind the wonderful magic of Disney are regular, yet extraordinary, people. One Day at Disney highlights 10 of these individuals that help bring the magic and imagination of Disney to life with a series of stories that provide an intimate glimpse into their unique journey and inspiration. With narration by This Is Us and Black Panther star Sterling K. Brown, follow the story of One Day at Disney as envisioned by CEO Bob Iger in this 61-minute documentary Disney fans of all ages are sure to enjoy.

Both you and your students will be fascinated by this amazing two-part series focusing on one of America's most treasured natural sites, Yellowstone. A National Park paradise, the challenges of life for the fauna here are numerous, and this documentary series chronicles them across the summer and winter with amazing close-range footage and beautiful scenic backdrops you can't find anywhere else.

Best Educational Disney+ Shows for High School

Prepare to be dazzled by the beautiful filmmaking as you take part in celebrating the 100th birthday of "America's best idea." Students will feel like they've walked through the gateway to eight of the country's most beloved national parks including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the Everglades.

With the goal of landing a man on the Moon, the United States launched a space program in the late 1960s. There are plenty of cinematic films about specific moments during this time, but this documentary covers the 12 years and 12 manned-missions of Project Apollo's unlikely goal.

Follow James Cameron again as he works with a dedicated crew to search for the lost city of Atlantis. Students will see some cool artifacts and items from the Bronze Age in this enthusiastic underwater expedition.

What would happen if we could just pull the plug on the oceans and see all of the hidden secrets and lost worlds lurking beneath? Okay, it's a little bit scary to imagine what might be down there, but it's also incredibly fascinating.

We've all seen those giant carved statues, but what does the average person really know about Easter Island? Largely isolated and mysterious, this incredible documentary gives us an up-close look at this remarkable society.

How does the animal kingdom survive in the world's most extreme environments? Hostile Planet is one of the best educational Disney+ shows and gives us an inside look at some of the most epic stories of resilience.

There's no doubt about it-this show is ambitious. By applying 3D scanning to some of the most extraordinary ancient sites, Lost Cities somehow combines outstanding visuals and hi-tech archeology to create one unforgettable experience.

This time-travel adventure is one of the best educational Disney+ shows and explores how humankind became what we see in modern culture today. It's a very thought-provoking and educational trek through the major developments that have shaped our lives.

It's hard to believe that it's been more than 20 years since James Cameron released Titanic, but here we are. This documentary follows as the director returns to the wreckage armed with the latest technology. Will he find answers to some lingering questions?

Disney went through a bit of a slump some decades ago, but this documentary takes an interesting look at the Disney Renaissance of the late 80s and 90s that was largely led by the release of blockbusters including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast.
What Disney+ educational shows, movies, or documentaries do you use in your classroom? Come share in our Plus, the best TED Talks to spark student discussion. WeAreTeachers HELPLINE group on Facebook.

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Tired of scrolling to find the best educational Disney+ shows? We've got you covered! We've compiled a list of 30 series, movies, and documentaries to supplement your distance learning curriculum. These streaming services have made it easier than ever to share enriching content with kids of all ages!

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We love TumbleBooks!!! I should add the kids do, too!! TumbleBooks has allowed us to introduce a vast collection of books to students and they W A N T to read. It gives them choice, gives them some control over their own learning, all while at an appropriate reading level. What could be better?
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I love this site! The fact that the levels of books available are so far-reaching makes this a wonderful site for classrooms---virtually any child can utilize the features on this site. The book report feature is great as well--right along with many of the standards we are teaching in our classrooms, and a great tool for guiding students. The quizzes offer students feedback, and also encouragement as they continue to read. This promotes a feeling of success among students, and furthers their love for literature and reading.
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TumbleBookLibrary is a curated database of children's e-books, available by subscription to Elementary Schools and Public Libraries around the world. TumbleBookLibrary Premium has over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes our unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, non fiction books and videos, curated playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French.

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What a treasure. This site is extremely useful for non readers of all ages. My children just love it. I have shared this site with many of our special needs teachers across our county. Thanks so much for providing such a fun, affordable, and worthwhile product.
Renee
Special Education Teacher, MI
We love TumbleBooks!!! I should add the kids do, too!! TumbleBooks has allowed us to introduce a vast collection of books to students and they W A N T to read. It gives them choice, gives them some control over their own learning, all while at an appropriate reading level. What could be better?
Kathy
Reading Consultant Seth Haley School, CT
I love this site! The fact that the levels of books available are so far-reaching makes this a wonderful site for classrooms---virtually any child can utilize the features on this site. The book report feature is great as well--right along with many of the standards we are teaching in our classrooms, and a great tool for guiding students. The quizzes offer students feedback, and also encouragement as they continue to read. This promotes a feeling of success among students, and furthers their love for literature and reading.
Tammy
Curriculum Coach, SC
This is the best interactive read aloud website I have found. My students and I love it. We can always locate a book easy that connects to what we have been studying. The students love to watch the pictures, and as they progress with their decoding skills they pick out words that they know. When we watch one of these books, I have to pause it after every page so they can find all their sight words that are on the page. The website makes it like have a celebrity reader in our room daily. Thank you so much for your wonderful reading website.
Brandi
Kindergarten, AL

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Manage and simply teach lessons from Get Set for School with the Pre-K Interactive Teaching Tool: a one-stop digital teaching platform. Students also get a series of developmentally appropriate apps built for exploration, discovery, and creative expression. These experiences reinforce pre-academic readiness and strengthen learning experiences at home.

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Fun English Games for Kids

Find free interactive English games that are perfect for students learning English as well as teachers looking for educational resources online.

Enjoy a range of learning activities and practice exercises that will challenge children in a fun, interactive way. Topics include reading, writing, grammar, spelling, poetry, debating, punctuation, dictionary use, sentence structure and much more.

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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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Games for Learning English, Vocabulary, Grammar Games, Activities, ESL

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ESL Games Plus offers interactive online games for learning and teaching English as a Second Language. Our learning games are mostly suitable for teaching ESL Kids and Teenagers. There are activities for teaching and practising English grammar, vocabulary, sentences, listening and pronunciation skills.

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Scholastic allows teachers to read its books aloud online through June 30.

As educators worry and wonder about reading books aloud online and copyright laws, Scholastic has changed its policy to adapt to the current coronavirus crisis and unprecedented impact on teachers and students. Through June 20, teachers can post readings of Scholastic books online if they follow the guidelines.

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Not only is Peter H. Reynolds reading aloud his own books, but he has also given teachers the permission to do so. Here is what he posted on Twitter

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Here are all the Storytime! With Bill videos and their books so you can keep your kid busy!

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Due to current circumstances the authors below are allowing teachers to record themselves reading books for their students! (Usually this would go against copyright!) THANK YOU, AUTHORS!!!!

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VIDEO: Josh Gad Reads Children's Book to Kids Stuck at Home Due to Coronavirus

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Josh Gad took to Twitter on Friday to read a children's book for the kids stuck at home due to the Coronavirus crisis.

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Lit2Go is a free online collection of stories and poems in Mp3 (audiobook) format. An abstract, citation, playing time, and word count are given for each of the passages

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Lit2Go is a free online collection of stories and poems in Mp3 (audiobook) format. An abstract, citation, playing time, and word count are given for each of the passages. Many of the passages also have a related reading strategy identified. Each reading passage can also be downloaded as a PDF and printed for use as a read-along or as supplemental reading material for your classroom.

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Free teen books that change each month.

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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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Spanish Children's Stories - The Spanish Experiment

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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. Our first ever original story, about a bird and a whale and their shared love of little fish.