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This foundational framework outlines the Knowledge Constructor standard and how students should curate, evaluate, and apply digital information. It serves as the backbone for guiding kindergarten learning strategies that promote curiosity and responsible technology use.
National Geographic Kids is an engaging, trustworthy site where young learners explore topics through videos and articles. It’s a great gateway to conversations with students about credible sources and how to find reliable information.
PBS Learning Media offers interactive, standards-aligned multimedia content for early learners. This platform supports young students in accessing information and building understanding through high-quality trusted resources.
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PebbleGo is a student-friendly research database crafted specifically for K–3 learners. It scaffolds independent inquiry with read-aloud features and topic-based navigation—perfect for helping students practice constructing understanding.
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Epic! is one of my personal favorites! It is digital library that offers choice-driven reading. Epic! allows students to explore topics of interest, reinforcing ownership in learning and aligning well with the Knowledge Constructor’s emphasis on curiosity and independence.
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https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship
Common Sense Education provides lessons on how to judge reliability of online content, making it ideal for introducing even kindergarteners to the idea of evaluating sources—a key part of constructing knowledge authentically.
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https://www.edutopia.org/article/edtech-tools-can-promote-creativity-elementary-school
This article showcases how tools like Seesaw and Flip allow students to express learning creatively—through videos, drawings, and voice. It demonstrates how young learners can construct and share their knowledge in authentic ways using technology.