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[|Lots of writing prompts] Numerous links with lots of ideas for writing at any leve.

[|Glogster] Create great multi-media online projects. Educators from all over the world are integrating Glogster EDU’s resourceful platform to make traditional learning more dynamic, more interactive and more in tune with learners today. Most importantly Glogster EDU is FUN for teachers and learners alike!

[|PhET-Physics Simulations] Fun, interactive, researched-based simu lations of physical phenomena from the PhET project at the University of Colorado.

[|Promethean Planet] For those who have a Promethean Board, here is the official web site. There are tons of ideas here and lots of ready to use flip charts.

Education Blogs A collection of blogs from all subject areas.

[|Kahn Academy] The Khan Academy is a not-for-profit organization with the mission of providing a high quality education to anyone, anywhere. We have 1000+ videos on YouTube covering everything from basic arithmetic and algebra to differential equations, physics, chemistry, biology and finance which have been recorded by [|Salman Khan].

[|HippoCampus] Multimedia lessons including math, social studies and science.

[|Mr.Donn] A huge completation of social studies links, including power point, videos, lesson plans, projects, etc.

[|neok12] This is quite a compelation of videos(YouTube clips), lessons and games in all subject areas for students of all ages.

[|Test and Worksheet Generator for Math Teachers] Recommended by a high school math teacher from York. You are able to create customized worksheets, especially for specific students or on specific topics where you need more practice.

[|Newton's Apple] Available here are numerous science video clips for elementary age students. Also listed are teacher's guides to go along with the clips and activity suggestions.

[|Study Guide and Strategies] Here's a site for high school students looking for ideas to improve study habits now and in the future. It is an extensive list of study guides and strategies. Included is everything from time management to reading techniques to test preparation to research and more.

[|TweenTribune] This is current news written by kids and written for kids. Students are able to respond to articles and/or post their own. I haven't done a lot with it, but I think it has potential for great discussion. It's probably most appropriate for grades 5-9.

[|Wordle] Here you create word clouds using any terms, vocabulary words, concepts, ideas, etc. When you visit the site there are lots of examples. From each "Wordle" you can then branch off into other activities. For example: write the definitions for all the words used, write an essay using the words, explain why it some words are bigger and bolder than others. (The more the term is used the larger it becomes in the word cloud.) You can also print your "Wordle".

[|Quizlet] You put your own vocabulary words and definitions in or use pre-made lists. Games and quizzes are then created for students do. They can do this at school or log on at home.

[|Place Value Charts] A great place value review site. Very easy to use. It would be easy to project your Promethean or Smart board.

[|Power Point Palooza] Pre-made power point presentations of all of history. You can save them and edit to fit your needs.

[|Tutpup - play, compete, learn] On-line math and spelling games for elementary. Great drill and practice.

[|Shmoop] Lots of resources for literature, U.S. history, poetry, civics and biographies for grade 5-12. Really good history time lines, interesting facts, and useful info.

[|Kids' Zone] Really interesting site! It has a great graph-making tool.

[|Power Media Plus] Search this site for video clips, audio clips, images, and worksheets by subject or grade level. Email me for a log-in and password.

[|Friend Weather] Here's a link to local Friend weather. =//**The following cartoon creating sites are listed as a possible fun and creative alternatives for demonstrating an understanding of content.**//=

[|Xtranormal] At this site, you can create live animation quite easily. Students choose characters, type in the dialogue, create the gestures, camera angles and more.This would be a great way for grade 6-12.

[|Create your own Marvel Comic] This is a really fun site for kids to choose a Marvel Comic Character and create their own comic strip. It's easy enough for lower elementary students who can spell and type to do yet fun for even older students.

[|ToonDoo] This is a place to create comic strips. There are lots of choices so it will take more time than the Marvel Comic Site.

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[|Free Tech for Teachers] A compilation of games, videos, lessons, and blogs for math, foreign languages, science, English, social studies, and technology for all ages.

2009 TIG Tools A huge list of technology opportunities compiled at ESU6 by Lynne Herr and teachers from area schools.[|Lots of Writing Ideas]