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A Few New Random Things........

It has been a little while since I have written anything, so here are a few "random" things that have either been shared with me or I have some across:

1.  Wheel of Names - The technology integrationist in Frazee shared this website with me.  The concept is SO easy, yet effective and something different for the students in your class.  It's simply a wheel that you can add names to and spin.  THAT IS IT!  SUPER easy and convenient to use.  Give it a try:)!

2. Daily Starters - Scholastic has created these and they are a neat way to have students engagement and discussions especially if you start your day with Morning Meeting.  There is one every day and you can choose the grade level that you are focusing on:)!

3. readwritethink - This website provides a plethora of resources in the area of language arts.  There are lesson plans, interactive activities (flash based), worksheets, parent ideas, etc... There are a TON of resources here:)!

4. San Diego Zoo - JUST PLAIN COOL!  Learn about all the animals that inhabit this zoo, as well as watching videos, activities to do, read along resources and more.  FUN FUN!

That's all I have for you - I know - pretty lame!  BUT I have been busy updating apps lists SO that will be coming soon for your viewing eyes:)!

Happy Monday all
Mrs. I:)

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