50 Quick Easy Computer Activities For Kids

Contains 50 classroom activities that enliven, enhance, and update your science lessons by integrating the resources and tools found on the Internet and on the classroom computer.

Presents fifty simple computer activities that reinforce mathematics concepts for kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms. Includes CD-ROM.

"Packed full of clever ideas for quick and easy-to-create projects that integrate technology into all areas of the elementary curriculum, using Kid Pix, Inspiration, Microsoft Office (or AppleWorks), and the internet"--P. [4] of cover.

50 quick and easy reading and writing activities is designed to ewuip teachers with an array of technology tools that can promote the development of reading, writing, and critical thinking.

The 55 critical words students need to know and understand to be successful with Common Core State Standards.

Incite 3rd grade students enthusiasm to learn using technology in the curriculum! Youll enhance learning and encourage high-order thinking by incorporating a technology project for every week of the school year. Students will develop key technology skills in word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia presentations, and using the Internet while you teach regular classroom content. Lessons are divided among content areas, and the flexible projects are great for computer centers, labs, or one-computer classrooms. The easy-to-follow teacher instructions and step-by-step student directions make this resource a hit in the classroom. The included Teacher Resource CD contains sample projects, templates, and assessment rubrics. 160pp.

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Help children of all learning styles and strengths improve their critical thinking skills with these creative, cross-curricular activities. Each engaging activity focuses on skills such as recognizing and recalling, evaluating, and analyzing.