JigZone.com Jigsaw Puzzle Games

JigZone.com Jigsaw Puzzle Games

Upload a class photo and have them solve the jigsaw on an IWB or just on computer using a projector. Also, could use photos of objects that represent things the class is studying. The kids will love it.

Top Ten Social Media Competencies for Teachers - Home - Doug Johnson's Blue Skunk Blog

Top Ten Social Media Competencies for Teachers - Home - Doug Johnson's Blue Skunk Blog

Blogging About The Web 2.0 Connected Classroom: How Educators Connect With Kids On The First Days Of School

Blogging About The Web 2.0 Connected Classroom: How Educators Connect With Kids On The First Days Of School

Shhh… it’s September $1 Books! from Scholastic Book Clubs

Check out this link to see the titles for each level.

Shhh… it’s September $1 Books! « Book Talk

The 35 Best Web 2.0 Classroom Tools Chosen By You [UPDATED]

The 35 Best Web 2.0 Classroom Tools Chosen By You [UPDATED]

Great list to check out in your "lazy" summer days. If you personally use any in your classroom, please respond with what and how.

Education Week's Digital Directions: Social Networking Goes to School

Education Week's Digital Directions: Social Networking Goes to School

Interesting article to ponder. Social networking is here to stay, now as educators we have to find a way to use effectively to engage our students and our peers. I know personally, I have found Twitter to be an invaluable resource in developing a PLN (personal learning network). We just need to educate more teachers and especially administrators on the resources available and how these tools can work with the curriculum we all need to cover.

Common Core State Standards Initiative | Home

Common Core State Standards Initiative Home

Just wondering how this standard stuff will pan out, especially for those of us in private or parochial systems.