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Weekly Tips and Tricks!
Update on the Smore...
- We will revisit apps that we have previously introduced and give specific content suggestions on how to integrate those apps
- It will be sent out once a month
- We will give some ideas that can be integrated in different ways
ChatterPix Kids
Grab your camera! Let’s ChatterPix! Chatterpix Kids can make anything talk -- pets, friends, doodles, and more. Simply take any photo, draw a line to make a mouth, and record your voice. Then share your Pix with friends and family as silly greetings, playful messages, creative cards, or even fancy book reports. And best of all, it’s FREE! (itunes)
Content Ideas for ChatterPix Kids
Science
- Distinguish between natural and manmade resources. (2nd)
- Identify properties of an object using your 5 senses. (Kinder)
- Take pictures of an environment and describe how it is safe. (4th)
Math
- Describe the attributes of 2D and 3D shapes. (1st, 2nd)
- Identify a U.S. coin and include its attributes and value. (Kinder, 1st)
ELAR
- Take a picture of a book character and speak from the character's point of view. (all)
- Take a picture of a book and summarize/retell the story. (all)
Social Studies
- Take a picture of a historical figure and identify their contributions. (all)
- Identify a custom or holiday and describe why it is celebrated. (Kinder)
- Compare the roles of mayor and governor. (2nd)
- Identify ways that public officials are selected. (2nd)
- Orally express the name of the city in which they live. (1st)
30 Hands
30hands Storyteller it is an easy way to tell a story, explain a concept or flip a classroom. Create a multimedia presentation in minutes and publish it as a video to share.
Content Ideas for 30 Hands
Science
- Take a screenshot of a weather forecast and have students describe the weather using hot or cold, clear or cloudy, calm or windy, rainy or icy. (1st)
- Use a picture of Mr. Potato head and label his five senses. (K)
- Describe patterns and different shapes of the moon. (2nd)
- Add videos of objects moving in different motions.(K)
- Describe and give examples of different forms of energy. (K & 3)
- Explore and describe how soils are formed. (3)
- Connect George Washington Carver with properties of soil. (4)
Math
- Represent multiplication facts by using an array, repeated addition, area models, or equal-sized groups. (3rd)
- Represent a number in multiple ways (standard, expanded, pictorial, etc.). (K-2)
ELAR
- Rewrite or retell an ending of a story with pictures. (all)
- Write a book with beginning, middle, and end. (1st - 4th)
Social Studies
- Describe and show pictures of celebrations or traditions of different cultures. (K)
- Show examples of government officials and how they contribute to the community. (2nd)
- Identify characteristics or acts of good citizenship. (3rd)
Find a List of Apps and the Previous Smores Here!
Here you will find App ideas, apps we have covered, and all the Smores for #URLearning!