Below is a list of the websites and tools that you could use in the classroom. Although there are obviously many more apps and sites than the ones listed, these are listed through recommendations, readings and through experimentation. Those marked with an asterisk are free sites. The others offer free trial or limited functionality.
Coronavirus Deals/Websites
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Tool Hopscotch Epic Twinkle CommonSense Media MOE Cyclone |
Description A site where students have the opportunity to create their own version of popular App Store games. Also aids in the transition from Scratch Jr. Age 8+ Free remote access to all children until end of June Packs of resources for all levels of the curriculum Resources for Educators during the Coronavirus Pandemic A hodgepodge of little thought out resources that the Ministry has thrown together Scroll down for a list of many tools that can be used in home learning |
Deal 2 months free premium access. See 'Games & Applications' below and email me if you require access. Free remote access to all children until end of June. Details here. https://www.twinkl.co.nz/resources/new-zealand-resources/school-closure-resources-new-zealand https://www.commonsense.org/education/coronavirus-resources?j=7704934&sfmc_sub=170448174&l=2048712_HTML&u=143543081&mid=6409703&jb=646&utm_source=covid19_landingpages_jim&utm_medium=email https://learningfromhome.govt.nz/ https://mailchi.mp/cyclone/teaching-remotely?e=35a542c2f8 |
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Special Addition Ltd
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Teaching and resources for all ages
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Literacy Sites
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The Literacy Shed |
DescriptionOne picture, one teaching resource, everyday
The Literacy Shed we aim to provide teachers with high quality films and animations that can be used in the primary classroom to enhance the teaching of reading and writing. |
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Sunshine Classics
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Reading website. Needs a teacher login. Can then create individual logins or 1 login for entire class if its easier. Can assign books at colour level with relevant tasks and can track students progress. Students can also record themselves reading the books.
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Audible
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Massive free resource of audible books across different languages
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Spelling
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A list of the top spelling apps
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The Literacy Place
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Free literacy resources from Sheena & Louise
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Numeracy Sites
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Math Buddy
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NZ's number one math tutor. Used at GPS from Years 3 to 6.
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Banqer
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Financial Literacy that inspires students to be curious, creative and confident with money.
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Hit the Button
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Quick fire math practice for 5 to 11 year olds
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NZ Maths
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Maths Stages 0-3. Number sequencing, groupings to 10, decade facts. Gives you the purpose, what you need and what to expect your child to do
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The Maths Factor (Carol Voderman)
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UK website (free during lockdown) similar to Maths Buddy
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Prototec
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Basic Facts practise sheets - timed & marked
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The Arts
ToolArt4Kids Hub
Go Noodle
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DescriptionDrawing lessons - each lesson explained and accessible for all levels. Great for building confidence.
Movement & Mindfulness
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Health & Physical Education
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PE for Kids |
Description
Daily PE lessons for kids - his website also has show exercise routines foe / with children |
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Footsteps - Bring it all back to you - Lesson 1
Footsteps - We will rock you! - Lesson 1 Footsteps - Blame it on the Boogie - Lesson 2 Footsteps - Black or white - Lesson 2 Jump Jam (Brett Fairweather) |
Teaches dances to students - one new dance per week.
Teaches dances to students - one new dance per week. Teaches dances to students - one new dance per week. Teaches dances to students - one new dance per week. Free iconic Kiwi school's syncronised dancing website |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9JIZgrKbGQ&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOt2UBez9Ts&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6ERbq3Elt8&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lpi4-sq0mU&feature=youtu.be https://www.jumpjam.co.nz/quarantine/?fbclid=IwAR1gYj7rWQdG8Cn_gZNFWQkeHe_UUi2H4vrlSy7CoS6fnvZihj6e2tZJwz0 |
Project Based Learning
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PenPal Schools
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Global Project Based Learning
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Science
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Marine Science NZ
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Learning about our marine neighborhood
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Together at Home - New Zealand Geographic
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Great ideas for activities - nature/environmental
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Programing Tools / Computer Science
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A programmable robot that can be coded. Used in robotics education from ages 4 to 16 years of age.
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https://meetedison.com
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Projects & Competitions
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123 Tech The Wonder Project |
Description
Partnering with the Ministry of Education, the IT industry is supporting the introduction of the new Digital Technologies & Hangarau Matihiko curriculum into schools and kura with the 123Tech Challenge. The Challenge is a great way to get started with DT&HM in the classroom. Spark curiosity in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) through the Wonder Project’s three hands-on programmes. |
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https://123tech.nz/ https://wonderproject.nz/ |
