This month, millions of kids around the world will carve a funny face into a pumpkin and place a candle inside to make it glow. The jack-o’-lantern is a Halloween classic – it’s a fun and easy project, and they look awesome! But if you’re looking for a more unique pumpkin decorating project for your…
This post was written by librarian and tech coach, Lina Branter Last year I was able to attend a couple of interesting workshops on gamification in the classroom. It has been stewing in the back of my mind for a few months, wondering in what way I can apply these concepts to the work I do at…
Win a set of iBallz by tweeting this review! I recently met Steve from iBallz – a company that makes innovative tablet protection products. He claimed that tablets protected with iBallz will bounce, not break, when dropped from any angle. Skeptical of his claim, I asked Steve for a demo, and in response he literally threw his iPad across the room! Lo and behold,…
When purchasing affordable styli for your students, it’s good to remember that while they should work well in the beginning, they won’t last forever. Bulk sets for purchase online range in price and as for quality… you get what you pay for! So why not buy the most expensive set and call it a day (or…
This post was written by guest blogger Kristi Meeuwse and was originally posted on iTeach With iPads The blank stare…You know, the one that either says, “I have no earthly idea what you are talking about.” or “Why are you telling me this? I already know it.” I suppose there is one other possibility. Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?… Utter and complete boredom. Misconceptions…
This post was written with guest bloggers Megan Ryder & Kristen Olsen – if you would like to be featured on the Showbie blog please email Justin here! When planning for guided reading or math groups, teachers are looking for ways to differentiate lessons for students. As instructional coaches, we support teachers, like you, in the four areas of differentiation…
