This document summarizes several educational apps for kids, providing information on their subject area, curriculum connections, price, and key features. The apps cover a range of topics including science, literacy, math, writing, music, art, history, physical education, and financial literacy. They are designed to reinforce concepts taught in the classroom through interactive games and activities.
Examples include using photos of endangered species, paintings by national artists, and case studies about Filipino celebrities. Student projects analyzing original Pilipino music lyrics for economic concepts showed reinforced learning and appreciation of local culture. Recommendations include addressing multiple intelligences and collaborating to improve technical skills.
Culturally and linguistically responsive instruction presentationjaesimpsonbutler
This project was created for a technology class and is based upon the Incite format. Information for the presentation was obtained from several sources
The document discusses competencies addressed in early childhood education based on a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) approach. It describes activities to help young children develop key competencies in areas like social skills, communication, digital literacy, and cultural awareness. Activities include singing songs, storytelling, taking photos of classmates, discussing similarities and differences, and creating self-portraits using mixed colors. The goal is for children to recognize diversity while respecting others and accepting themselves. Teachers assess competency development through observation, work samples, and student self- and peer assessments.
This document discusses literacy and its importance. It covers several topics:
- Literacy affects social development and life expectancy, as illiteracy is linked to poverty, poor social outcomes, and lower life expectancy.
- International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8th to raise awareness of literacy issues globally.
- Literacy definitions have evolved over time and now include understanding various communication forms like pictures and video, not just reading and writing. Being literate involves having skills needed for a community.
This document discusses strategies and considerations for teaching English language learners (ELLs). It emphasizes viewing ELLs as assets and combating deficit perspectives. Teachers should value students' home languages and cultures. Effective strategies include using small groups, hands-on materials, word walls, displaying student work, modeling language, and assessments to guide instruction. Digital tools like Epic, Newsela and Google Translate can help facilitate learning. Teachers' positive attitudes are crucial to student achievement. Home languages should not be seen as inferior to English.
The relationship between text, illustrations and storyAmy De Martin
This document discusses using different communication systems in narratives to help students construct meaning. It provides two resources - the book "You and Me: Our Place" and the animated story "Spear" - to analyze visual, textual, and symbolic languages. Teaching strategies are outlined to explicitly teach students how authors use communication systems and to make connections between stories and their own lives. Students will analyze the resources, discuss different ways of storytelling, and create their own story using images from "Spear."
The relationship between text, illustrations and storyAmy De Martin
This document discusses using different communication systems in narratives to help students construct meaning. It provides two resources - the book "You and Me: Our Place" and the animated Aboriginal story "Spear" - to analyze visual, textual, and symbolic languages. Teaching strategies are outlined to explicitly teach how these resources address ACARA standards through questioning, think-pair-share activities, and having students create their own story using images from "Spear".
1) The lesson plan is for a 30 minute literacy lesson for beginning English learners focusing on recognizing similarities and differences between people based on skin color.
2) A pre-assessment found students prefer online texts, drawing, and coloring, so the lesson incorporates an online story and art activities.
3) Students will read an online story about characters with different skin colors described as food items like cinnamon and peanut butter. They will discuss how skin colors make each person unique.
Examples include using photos of endangered species, paintings by national artists, and case studies about Filipino celebrities. Student projects analyzing original Pilipino music lyrics for economic concepts showed reinforced learning and appreciation of local culture. Recommendations include addressing multiple intelligences and collaborating to improve technical skills.
Culturally and linguistically responsive instruction presentationjaesimpsonbutler
This project was created for a technology class and is based upon the Incite format. Information for the presentation was obtained from several sources
The document discusses competencies addressed in early childhood education based on a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) approach. It describes activities to help young children develop key competencies in areas like social skills, communication, digital literacy, and cultural awareness. Activities include singing songs, storytelling, taking photos of classmates, discussing similarities and differences, and creating self-portraits using mixed colors. The goal is for children to recognize diversity while respecting others and accepting themselves. Teachers assess competency development through observation, work samples, and student self- and peer assessments.
This document discusses literacy and its importance. It covers several topics:
- Literacy affects social development and life expectancy, as illiteracy is linked to poverty, poor social outcomes, and lower life expectancy.
- International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8th to raise awareness of literacy issues globally.
- Literacy definitions have evolved over time and now include understanding various communication forms like pictures and video, not just reading and writing. Being literate involves having skills needed for a community.
This document discusses strategies and considerations for teaching English language learners (ELLs). It emphasizes viewing ELLs as assets and combating deficit perspectives. Teachers should value students' home languages and cultures. Effective strategies include using small groups, hands-on materials, word walls, displaying student work, modeling language, and assessments to guide instruction. Digital tools like Epic, Newsela and Google Translate can help facilitate learning. Teachers' positive attitudes are crucial to student achievement. Home languages should not be seen as inferior to English.
The relationship between text, illustrations and storyAmy De Martin
This document discusses using different communication systems in narratives to help students construct meaning. It provides two resources - the book "You and Me: Our Place" and the animated story "Spear" - to analyze visual, textual, and symbolic languages. Teaching strategies are outlined to explicitly teach students how authors use communication systems and to make connections between stories and their own lives. Students will analyze the resources, discuss different ways of storytelling, and create their own story using images from "Spear."
The relationship between text, illustrations and storyAmy De Martin
This document discusses using different communication systems in narratives to help students construct meaning. It provides two resources - the book "You and Me: Our Place" and the animated Aboriginal story "Spear" - to analyze visual, textual, and symbolic languages. Teaching strategies are outlined to explicitly teach how these resources address ACARA standards through questioning, think-pair-share activities, and having students create their own story using images from "Spear".
1) The lesson plan is for a 30 minute literacy lesson for beginning English learners focusing on recognizing similarities and differences between people based on skin color.
2) A pre-assessment found students prefer online texts, drawing, and coloring, so the lesson incorporates an online story and art activities.
3) Students will read an online story about characters with different skin colors described as food items like cinnamon and peanut butter. They will discuss how skin colors make each person unique.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes selecting an appropriate theme that interests and engages students, and can be explored in depth. It recommends organizing the curriculum around one of California's approved social studies themes for different grade levels. The document provides examples of potential activities and lessons, and stresses assessing student learning through authentic projects rather than tests.
This document provides an overview of creative learning activities for young children. It defines key terms like learning activities and learning areas. It discusses various preschool curriculums and the learning areas/standards in preschool, including language, science, mathematics, physical education, and more. It also addresses developmentally appropriate activities in preschool like various types of play. Finally, it discusses selecting developmentally appropriate materials for young children and reflects on designing preschool activities and environments that suit children's needs.
Week 3A: Powerful Learning Through Integrationbgalloway
The document summarizes key aspects of creating powerful learning experiences through curriculum integration. It discusses who decides the curriculum and its design/delivery. It provides examples of what integration and interaction in curriculum can look like, including themes, projects, and use of technology. Benefits are outlined for both students and teachers, as well as potential issues. Specific examples of integrated units and programs are also described.
This document provides an overview of a professional development workshop for teachers on integrating social studies and English Language Arts (ELA) standards in grades K-8. The goals of the workshop are to explore how to design instruction incorporating both Social Studies and ELA standards, generate rigorous questions, evaluate vocabulary, and examine examples of literature. Teachers will learn integrative teaching strategies, collaborate with peers, and have opportunities for fun. The document discusses challenges of integrating literacy standards and outlines ELA and Social Studies standards.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes selecting an appropriate theme that interests and engages students. The theme should integrate different subject areas and allow students to learn through hands-on experiences. Examples of potential themes for different grade levels are provided. The document outlines criteria for selecting lessons, activities, assessments and resources to develop the curriculum unit.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. Themes should be developmentally appropriate and hook students' interests. Lessons should integrate different subjects and develop understanding. Sample California themes are provided for grades 3-6. Guidance is given for selecting themes, developing essential understandings, involving students, and assessing learning through authentic final projects. Lessons should incorporate a variety of activities, intelligences, and depth of knowledge levels.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses addressing relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes choosing an appropriate theme that is developmentally appropriate and allows for hands-on learning. It provides examples of potential themes for different grade levels, such as continuity and change, California history, US history, and world history. It also provides guidance on developing unit objectives, field trips, lessons, assessments, and adapting instruction for student diversity.
Digital delivery for low level literacy studentsMichael Coghlan
This document discusses digital delivery of literacy education for low-level literacy students. It provides background on adult literacy rates in Australia, with nearly half the adult population having problems with literacy. It then discusses various types of literacy like digital literacy and multiliteracy. It considers how to design literacy education for low-level students, emphasizing clear context and purpose, opportunity for creation and interpretation, and support. Possible activities discussed include using images from Flickr to teach tagging, digital storytelling, and apps to support learning.
2014 Back to School Night Classroom Presentationkaheathcock
This document provides information about a child's third grade classroom. It includes:
1) The teacher's philosophy which focuses on student success and meeting them where they are.
2) An overview of the curriculum including math, language arts, science, social studies and SOL tests.
3) Upcoming projects and ways for parents to communicate with the teacher such as email and parent information nights.
4) A request for parents' thoughts on homework and a suggestion of 30-45 minutes per night plus reading.
This document provides information about a child's third grade classroom. It includes:
1) The teacher's philosophy which focuses on student success and meeting them where they are.
2) An overview of the curriculum including math, language arts, science, social studies and SOL tests.
3) Upcoming projects and activities the class will participate in during the first quarter.
4) Methods for parents to communicate with the teacher such as email, notes in the daily planner, and parent information nights.
5) A question asked of parents regarding their thoughts on appropriate amounts of homework.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses selecting an appropriate theme that addresses history/social science standards and common core standards. The theme should be engaging for students and allow exploration of concepts through activities like field trips. Lessons should integrate skills from multiple subjects and utilize primary sources. At least six lessons are required, with four fully developed, along with a final project-based assessment. Guidance is provided on developing lesson plans, a curriculum map, and assessments to document student learning of the key ideas of the unit.
2n meeting & workshop 2 g & curriculum competences october 8th 2016 ...Mr Bounab Samir
This document outlines a meeting to discuss cross-curricular competencies and 2G curriculum. The agenda includes an opening session, discussion of teaching problems, review of past training, and workshops. It defines cross-curricular competencies as interrelated skills, attitudes and knowledge drawn on for learning. Benefits include applying knowledge across contexts, increased motivation, and improved learning through integration of subjects. Four main competencies are discussed: intellectual, methodological, communicative, and personal/social. Examples are given of how competencies can be developed across subjects like English, biology, math, and more. The workshop will have groups identify competencies in lesson sequences. Resources provided include the national curriculum and past training slides.
This document outlines the steps for a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) unit plan on the water cycle for a 3rd year science class. The unit will use an inquiry-based approach to help students understand where water comes from and the importance of conservation. It will incorporate various competencies as defined by law, including linguistic, artistic, mathematical, digital, social and environmental awareness. The plan aims to connect the water cycle topic across different subjects and develop soft skills like teamwork, collaboration, and problem solving.
1) The lesson plan focused on teaching 4th grade students about the 2010 Census and economics.
2) A variety of activities were used including a PowerPoint presentation, reading assignments, group work creating charts, and a community map assignment.
3) The teacher reflected that students struggled with writing responses and completing assignments within the time given, and that more explanation of key concepts like producers and consumers was needed.
Essentials Grid for Lindsay Booze’s Unit on Urban, Suburban, and R.docxSANSKAR20
This document provides an overview of strategies for meeting the needs of diverse learners in Lindsay Booze's 2nd grade unit on urban, suburban, and rural communities. It outlines key vocabulary, facts, and concepts students should know, understand, and be able to do. It also describes differentiation strategies like compacting content for gifted students, providing tiered assignments, learning centers, and adjusting questions. The goal is to ensure all students master the differences between community types in terms of density, population, environment, and transportation.
By: Khitam Al-Utaibi
iEARN-Jordan Representative
ALC 5th Annual “Shaping the Way We Teach” Conference
“Promoting Equality in the English Language Classroom: Making Every Learner’s Chance to Succeed the Same -- Regardless of Gender, Social Standing, or Geography”
January 19, 2013
Amman, Jordan
The document outlines the enrichment curriculum for gifted and talented 2nd and 3rd grade students at LMES for the 2011-2012 school year. It includes pull-out groups in English/language arts and math, as well as enrichment activities in chess, software-based thinking skills, and science fair projects. Services are provided through various small group sessions during and after the regular school day.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes selecting an appropriate theme that interests and engages students, and can be explored in depth. It recommends organizing the curriculum around one of California's approved social studies themes for different grade levels. The document provides examples of potential activities and lessons, and stresses assessing student learning through authentic projects rather than tests.
This document provides an overview of creative learning activities for young children. It defines key terms like learning activities and learning areas. It discusses various preschool curriculums and the learning areas/standards in preschool, including language, science, mathematics, physical education, and more. It also addresses developmentally appropriate activities in preschool like various types of play. Finally, it discusses selecting developmentally appropriate materials for young children and reflects on designing preschool activities and environments that suit children's needs.
Week 3A: Powerful Learning Through Integrationbgalloway
The document summarizes key aspects of creating powerful learning experiences through curriculum integration. It discusses who decides the curriculum and its design/delivery. It provides examples of what integration and interaction in curriculum can look like, including themes, projects, and use of technology. Benefits are outlined for both students and teachers, as well as potential issues. Specific examples of integrated units and programs are also described.
This document provides an overview of a professional development workshop for teachers on integrating social studies and English Language Arts (ELA) standards in grades K-8. The goals of the workshop are to explore how to design instruction incorporating both Social Studies and ELA standards, generate rigorous questions, evaluate vocabulary, and examine examples of literature. Teachers will learn integrative teaching strategies, collaborate with peers, and have opportunities for fun. The document discusses challenges of integrating literacy standards and outlines ELA and Social Studies standards.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes selecting an appropriate theme that interests and engages students. The theme should integrate different subject areas and allow students to learn through hands-on experiences. Examples of potential themes for different grade levels are provided. The document outlines criteria for selecting lessons, activities, assessments and resources to develop the curriculum unit.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses including relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. Themes should be developmentally appropriate and hook students' interests. Lessons should integrate different subjects and develop understanding. Sample California themes are provided for grades 3-6. Guidance is given for selecting themes, developing essential understandings, involving students, and assessing learning through authentic final projects. Lessons should incorporate a variety of activities, intelligences, and depth of knowledge levels.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses addressing relevant history/social science and Common Core standards. It emphasizes choosing an appropriate theme that is developmentally appropriate and allows for hands-on learning. It provides examples of potential themes for different grade levels, such as continuity and change, California history, US history, and world history. It also provides guidance on developing unit objectives, field trips, lessons, assessments, and adapting instruction for student diversity.
Digital delivery for low level literacy studentsMichael Coghlan
This document discusses digital delivery of literacy education for low-level literacy students. It provides background on adult literacy rates in Australia, with nearly half the adult population having problems with literacy. It then discusses various types of literacy like digital literacy and multiliteracy. It considers how to design literacy education for low-level students, emphasizing clear context and purpose, opportunity for creation and interpretation, and support. Possible activities discussed include using images from Flickr to teach tagging, digital storytelling, and apps to support learning.
2014 Back to School Night Classroom Presentationkaheathcock
This document provides information about a child's third grade classroom. It includes:
1) The teacher's philosophy which focuses on student success and meeting them where they are.
2) An overview of the curriculum including math, language arts, science, social studies and SOL tests.
3) Upcoming projects and ways for parents to communicate with the teacher such as email and parent information nights.
4) A request for parents' thoughts on homework and a suggestion of 30-45 minutes per night plus reading.
This document provides information about a child's third grade classroom. It includes:
1) The teacher's philosophy which focuses on student success and meeting them where they are.
2) An overview of the curriculum including math, language arts, science, social studies and SOL tests.
3) Upcoming projects and activities the class will participate in during the first quarter.
4) Methods for parents to communicate with the teacher such as email, notes in the daily planner, and parent information nights.
5) A question asked of parents regarding their thoughts on appropriate amounts of homework.
This document provides guidance for planning an integrated thematic social studies curriculum unit. It discusses selecting an appropriate theme that addresses history/social science standards and common core standards. The theme should be engaging for students and allow exploration of concepts through activities like field trips. Lessons should integrate skills from multiple subjects and utilize primary sources. At least six lessons are required, with four fully developed, along with a final project-based assessment. Guidance is provided on developing lesson plans, a curriculum map, and assessments to document student learning of the key ideas of the unit.
2n meeting & workshop 2 g & curriculum competences october 8th 2016 ...Mr Bounab Samir
This document outlines a meeting to discuss cross-curricular competencies and 2G curriculum. The agenda includes an opening session, discussion of teaching problems, review of past training, and workshops. It defines cross-curricular competencies as interrelated skills, attitudes and knowledge drawn on for learning. Benefits include applying knowledge across contexts, increased motivation, and improved learning through integration of subjects. Four main competencies are discussed: intellectual, methodological, communicative, and personal/social. Examples are given of how competencies can be developed across subjects like English, biology, math, and more. The workshop will have groups identify competencies in lesson sequences. Resources provided include the national curriculum and past training slides.
This document outlines the steps for a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) unit plan on the water cycle for a 3rd year science class. The unit will use an inquiry-based approach to help students understand where water comes from and the importance of conservation. It will incorporate various competencies as defined by law, including linguistic, artistic, mathematical, digital, social and environmental awareness. The plan aims to connect the water cycle topic across different subjects and develop soft skills like teamwork, collaboration, and problem solving.
1) The lesson plan focused on teaching 4th grade students about the 2010 Census and economics.
2) A variety of activities were used including a PowerPoint presentation, reading assignments, group work creating charts, and a community map assignment.
3) The teacher reflected that students struggled with writing responses and completing assignments within the time given, and that more explanation of key concepts like producers and consumers was needed.
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By: Khitam Al-Utaibi
iEARN-Jordan Representative
ALC 5th Annual “Shaping the Way We Teach” Conference
“Promoting Equality in the English Language Classroom: Making Every Learner’s Chance to Succeed the Same -- Regardless of Gender, Social Standing, or Geography”
January 19, 2013
Amman, Jordan
The document outlines the enrichment curriculum for gifted and talented 2nd and 3rd grade students at LMES for the 2011-2012 school year. It includes pull-out groups in English/language arts and math, as well as enrichment activities in chess, software-based thinking skills, and science fair projects. Services are provided through various small group sessions during and after the regular school day.
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2. Kids Boats
• By Pajama Apps
• $0.99
• Subject Area: Science: Climate Zones/Habitats
• Curriculum Connection: By navigating their boat down the rivers, students
use fine motor skills, problem-solving to steer, and explore animals in different
habitats: forest, arctic, desert.
• Ontario: Science & Technology Gr. 1-8 > Grade 4 > Understanding Life
Systems, Habitats, & Communities
• NYS: Science Learning Standard > The Living Environment > Key Idea 6: Plants
and animals depend on each other and their physical environment.
• Common Core: English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social
Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects K-5 > Responding to Literature >
Making Cultural Connections
3. Reading Raven HD
• By Early Ascent, LLC
• $3.99
• Subject Area: Literacy
• Curriculum Connection: This is a fun app where the raven takes students
through literacy games. Geared to younger students, the app teaches
letters, vocabulary, and reading. It will reinforce literacy instruction.
• Ontario: Language Gr. 1-8 > Grade 1: Reading > Reading with Fluency
• Common Core: English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social
Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects K-5 > Reading Standards:
Foundational Skills: Gr. 1 >Know and apply grade-level phonics and word
analysis skills in decoding words.
4. Fractions Add & Subtract
• By IssamQadan
• $0.99
• Subject Area: Math
• Curriculum Connection: To extend on the understanding of fractions, this app
helps users understand adding and subtracting proper, improper, and mixed
fractions. Students can watch tutorials to reinforce the steps of adding and
subtracting fractions.
• Ontario: Mathematics Gr. 1-8 > Grade 7 > Operational Sense > Use a variety of
mental strategies to solve problems involving the addition and subtraction of
fractions and decimals
• Common Core: Mathematics > Grade 5 > Number & Operations—Fractions >
Use equivalent fractions as a strategy to add and subtract fractions
5. iWriteWords
• By gdiplus
• $2.99
• Subject Area: Writing
• Curriculum Connection: This app teaching students printing through a fun
game. By dragging Mr. Crab along in order by number, students practice the
proper way to write letters of the alphabet. The app pronounces each letter, as
well as showing a picture of completed words. When you tilt your iPad to
discard the used letters, you move on to a new word.
• Ontario: The Kindergarten Program > Language > Writing > Write simple
messages using a combination of pictures, symbols, knowledge of the
correspondence between letters and sounds (phonics), and familiar words
• Common Core: English Language Arts &Literacy in History/Social Studies,
• Science, and Technical Subjects > Prekindergarten > Reading Standards:
Foundational Skills >Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic
features of print.
6. Aesop’s Wheel of Fables
• By Stickery PTE. LTD.
• $3.99
• Subject Area: Reading
• Curriculum Connection: Fables and folk tales are an important area of the
Grade 3 curriculum, and this app is a fun, interactive way for children to read
classic Aesop’s fables. The extra games and activities will keep students
engaged, as will the surprise wheel for which fable you will explore!
• Ontario: Language Gr. 1-8 > Grade 3 Reading: Reading for Meaning > Variety of
Texts
• Common Core: English Language Arts &Literacy in History/Social Studies,
• Science, and Technical Subjects > Reading Standards for Literature: Gr. 3
>Recount stories, including fables, folktales, and myths from diverse cultures;
determine the central message, lesson, or moral and explain how it is
conveyed through key details in the text
7. Music Theory for Beginners
• By Musicroom.com
• $4.99
• Subject Area: Music
• Curriculum Connection: Teaching 22 music theory concepts through activities, and
quizzes that test students on their knowledge. This app teaches the basics of
elementary music theory in a fun way!
• Ontario: The Arts Gr. 1-8 > Grade 6 Music >apply the elements of music when
singing and/or playing, composing, and arranging music to create a specific effect
• NYS: The Arts >Standard 1: Creating, Performing, and Participating in the Arts >
Music >Students will compose original music and perform music written by others.
They will understand and use the basic elements of music in their performances
and compositions.
8. Colour Splash
• By Pocket Pixels Inc.
• $0.99
• Subject Area: Art
• Curriculum Connection: This app lets users turn a picture into black and
white, while leaving certain colours showing. This can be used to highlight
features in a pictures, show emotion, and teach students about colour in art.
Students will enjoy changing both their own pictures, as well as classic images.
• Ontario: The Arts Gr. 1-8 > Grade 4 Art > Fundamental Concepts >Colour:
monochromatic colour scheme; colour emphasis through variations in
intensity
• NYS: The Arts > Standard 1: Creating, Performing, and Participating in the Arts
> Visual Arts > understand and use the elements and principles of art
(line, color, texture, shape) in order to communicate their ideas
9. History For Kids
• By Abécédaire
• $2.99
• Subject Area: History
• Curriculum Connection: The audio clips highlight important features of different time periods of world
history and an interactive timeline allows students to explore history by era. This app is geared to
elementary students and features the most influential periods in history, including ancient civilizations, the
renaissance, and the two world wars.
• Ontario: Social Studies Gr. 1-6 > Grade 5: Early Civilizations > Use a variety of resources and tools to
investigate characteristics of a number of early civilizations, including their significant innovations and
technological advances. Show how innovations made by various early civilizations have influenced the
modern world
• NYS: Social Studies > Standard 2: World History > Key Idea 2: Establishing timeframes, exploring different
periodizations, examining themes across time and within cultures, and focusing on important turning
points in world history help organize the study of world cultures and civilizations.
• Common Core: : English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical
Subjects K-5 > Responding to Literature Recognize, interpret, and make connections in
narratives, poetry, and drama, to other texts, ideas, cultural perspectives, eras, personal events, and
situations.
10. Sing Song Yoga
• By Sing Song Yoga LLC.
• $Free
• Subject Area: Physical Education
• Curriculum Connection: Song lyrics teach children how to do yoga poses. Users
can choose from pre-set yoga programs, or create and save their own from the
poses in the app.
• Ontario: Health & Physical Education Gr. 1-8 > Grade 3 > Movement Competence:
Skills, Concepts, and Strategies >perform controlled transitions between static
positions, using different body parts and shapes and different levels, with and
without equipment (e.g., move smoothly between yoga positions…)
• NYS: Physical Education > Standard 1: Personal Health and Fitness > Develop
physical fitness skills through regular practice, effort, and perseverance.
Demonstrate mastery of fundamental motor, non-locomotor, and manipulative
skills, and understand fundamental principles of movement
11. Learn Money: Counting Coins and Bills
• By StudyPad, Inc.
• $4.99
• Subject Area: Math
• Curriculum Connection: This is based on US money, and includes lessons and
quizzes for students to learn and practice counting money. When they answer
correctly, users get points they can use to dress up the monkey mascot, which
will help keep users engaged. This app is aligned with the Common Core math
standards and teaching students to identify coins and bills, as well as solve
math problems related to money.
• Ontario: Mathematics Gr 1-8 > Grade 1 > Grade 1: Number Sense and
Numeration > Identify and describe various coins, using coin manipulatives or
drawings, and state their value
• Common Core: Mathematics Gr. 1-8 > Grade 1 > Measurement & Data >Tell
and write time and money - Recognize and identify coins, their names, and
their value