Gizmos

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Overview:

Gizmos is an incredible online program that offers virtual labs and simulations for Grades 3-12! Gizmos help students develop a deep understanding of challenging concepts through inquiry and exploration. There are over 400 Gizmos available, all aligned to the standards. Teachers and students receive immediate feedback after completing each Gizmo. Teachers can easily find Gizmos by searching by Academic Standard, Grade & Topic, or by textbook. You can learn more about a particular Gizmo you are interested in by reading the Lesson Info. Each Gizmo come with assessment questions and exploration sheets for students and teachers. Each simulation is ideal for small group work, individual exploration, or whole class instruction.

There is a free version that gives you access to 20-40 Gizmos. You can search for Free Gizmos by clicking on "Find Gizmos". You are given a 5-minute preview a day of many Gizmos. A subscription can also be purchased for access to all 400 Gizmos!

Subjects:

Math & Science

Grade Levels:

Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, High School

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