Teacher Resources

BrainPop -  We have a paid school site subscription

 provides short videos on a wide variety of topics organized by subject (and also searchable). There are a variety of materials provided along with each video including a Quiz, Related Reading, Worksheets etc. I like to use them as hooks and/or warm ups. 

You use your Google credentials to log in to your teacher dashboard. BrainPop is Google Integrated and you can import your Google Classrooms and also assign movies and other materials. 

This resource is great for making quick sub plans

See me if you need help or want PD about leveraging BrainPop to supplement your instruction!

The San Francisco Chronicle - We have a (grant funded) school site subscription

is a great resource if you would like students to explore current events as part of your curriculum.

Teachers and students can access the electronic version of the newspaper (including past issues) online via our educational account. Our login information is provided on the PJHS Passwords document.

**Just as a reminder, passwords can be shared with students privately (via Google Classroom, Email, Zoom or a Google Doc with privacy the settings limiting access to petk12 accounts) but should not be posted on public class websites where people outside of PJHS could find the information and use it to get into our account. (The subscription is for PJHS student and staff educational use only.)

Newsela  We have a paid school site subscription

Newsela is a website that provides articles on a wide variety of topics. Each article is written at multiple levels allowing all students to access the content and participate in related discussions and activities. Articles come with quizzes and activities and there is a teacher center with tutorials, lesson ideas etc. Use your google login credentials.

TeachingBooks  We have a  state provided subscription

This site provides author interviews, movie clips, book reviews, summaries, lesson ideas and so much more! If you are going to read a book with your class, this is one place you can browse for support resources! (Don't forget to let me know too! I am happy to curate resources to support curriculum!)

Quizlet  Free version only (Pro accounts cost)

Quizlet allows teachers to create interactive vocabulary flashcards with words and/or pictures (or students can create their own flash card decks too). Quizlet automatically generates quizzes and games to help students study. Teachers can create classes, assign flashcard decks to students. You need a premium account to track how many activities students have completed, but the basic functions are free. 

TedEd  Non-Profit, Accounts are free

TedEd is the education branch of TedTalks. There are curated videos on a variety of topics. Some have matching lessons already available and there is also a tool where you can design/create your own lessons using their resources. Accounts are free to set up.

Flipgrid Accounts are free, Excellent Privacy Policy

Flipgrid is one of my favorite sites for promoting student voice. Teachers create a 'grid' (topic) and students record a video response to the prompt. Teachers can view responses and also have the option to have students view other student's videos and record responses (creating a conversation chain). There are lots of setting options which is great. Come see me if you are interested in using this tool and want help getting started!!

BioInteractive

This resource is aimed at science teachers and provides professional development, lesson plans, movie clips and simulations that can be used with students.