PHET Interactive Simulations from the University of Colorado Boulder is not a new website, but is one that is constantly being updated and should be revisited often if you are a science or math teacher. Everyday more and more of their simulations are being updated to HTML 5 making them compatible for Chromebooks. Teachers can search for simulations by grade levels and devices. They even offer simulations in a multitude of languages. Don’t forget while there to check out the teacher resources and activities.
Wonderopolis is a website that encourages curiosity, exploration, and discovery. Their Wonder of the Day helps to get students of all ages thinking and talking. Every day you are provided with a new Wonder. The Wonder of the Day is great for discussion, research, or as a writing activity. Have a question that you would like answered? Students can also add to the Wonderopolis question bank. You can even subscribe to the Wonder of the day and have it sent right to your email or phone. NEW to Wonderopolis is Wonder Ground. Wonder Ground is a place for educators to connect with other educators and find lesson plans and classroom resources such as images, videos, links, or presentations. Families and friends can connect and get involved in discussions and explorations in the Wonder Jar. So don't miss out on another Wonder. Go to Wonderopolis and subscribe today!
Instructables.com is a website in which you create something awesome, write down how you did it, and then share it online so others can try it, too. Teachers and students can sign up for a free Premium Membership. When students sign up, they get access to all of the classes and contests. When teachers sign up, they get access to classes, curriculum, and resources.
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