Educator Useful Resources

Databases Online

Multidisciplinary History English Art Math/Science MISC. Information on OUR CA databases:
ProQuest LibGuide CA K-12

Research & Web Tools

Note Taking Tools Search Operators and MoreFake News & Fact Checkers Graphic OrganizersMisc ToolsGreat Websites
TedEd
  • Excellent, engaging videos and support for flipped-class lessons with an incredible community of thinkers and doers.
ThinkCERCA
  • This is a ready-to-go, research-backed resource that focuses intently on CCSS-aligned and AP-level critical reading and writing skills.
Desmos
  • Innovative calculator and simulations are a standout graphing option for inquiry-driven math.
Canva - also available as an app
  • A flexible, accessible way to get kids -- especially design novices -- creating digitally in your classroom if you have stable internet and time to get students set up to be successful.
EdPuzzle - also available as an app
  • If you're using online video in your classroom, you'll want to look into EDpuzzle as a way to layer in more learning opportunities while students watch.
StoryBird
  • Social story-telling
Book Creator
  • Book Creator is open-ended, creative and cross-curriculum. Create your own teaching resources or have your students take the reins.
Seesaw -also an extension
  • Versatile digital portfolio appeals to teachers, students, and parent. Students can showcase their work in text, picture, videos, and more. ​
ThingLink 
  • turn any photo into an interactive image with links and pop-up text

Lesson Planning Websites

Digital Citizenship
History
Math/Science
Tech
Literacy
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WriteAbout - has a 30 day free trial
Labster - has a trial. Interactive Science Labs
Because Learning - STEM Programs  - No Trial.

Tech Tools

Image Tools: Screen Capturing Tools
QR Code Generator
Fun Lesson Tools:

Educational YouTube Channels - to Share with Students

  1. KhanAcademy - science, math, and test prep videos.  - Check out their site for more! 
  2. CrashCourse  - courses in physics, philosophy, games, economics, U.S. government and politics, astronomy, anatomy & physiology, world history, biology, literature, ecology, chemistry, psychology, and U.S. history.
  3. TedEd - TED-Ed animations, you will find carefully curated educational videos, many of which represent collaborations between talented educators and animators nominated through the TED-Ed website (ed.ted.com)
  4. SickScience - Steve Spangler Sick Science experiments.
  5. SpanglerScienceTV - Cool science experiments from Emmy award-winning science guy Steve Spangler.
  6. ASAPScience - Your weekly dose of fun and interesting science.
  7. Minute Physics - minute long videos on physics and other science concepts
  8. THNKR TV - gives you extraordinary access to the people, stories, ideas that will change your mind.
  9. Smithsonian Channel - Smithsonian Channel™ is where curiosity lives, inspiration strikes and wonders never cease.
  10. Big Think - Big Think is the leading source of expert-driven, actionable, educational content
  11. Mike Likes Science (Formally Comma Niddy) - science-inspired music videos
  12. Numberphile - videos about numbers
  13. CGP Grey - easy explanation of those things you've heard of but do not fully understand.
  14. Vlog Brothers - John Green (author The Fault in Our Stars) and his brother Hank promote curiosity and learning on just about every topic, from health care and ethics to psychology. 
  15. Geek Gurl Diaries - tutorials, vlogs, and interviews on software engineering make computer programming seem doable, fun, and appealing