by Barbaree | Feb 15, 2012 | Cougar's Corner, Our Blog
Looking for a new way to connect with your students? National Geographic has created a downloadable and printable mini graphic novel to introduce the concept to students. If your kids are a comic book crowd, this might be just the piece to spark their interest. Plus,...
by Barbaree | Feb 14, 2012 | Cougar's Corner, crafts
We decided to do our \”Made from a Map\” feature a day early, since we wanted to share a heart inspired map project in honor of Valentines Day! We ran across this creative tutorial on apartment therapy, who originally saw it on Pinterest. For those of us...
by Barbaree | Feb 13, 2012 | Free Resources, GISetc Video Lessons, Our Blog
Digital maps and online mapping tools are critical to understand authors mindsets, elements of plot and character development. We are excited to provide more free resources to help your students succeed. Our resident English teacher,Barbaree Duke, will be featured...
by Barbaree | Feb 12, 2012 | Past Training
Students attending the GeoTech Safari hosted by Bishop Dunne will be exploring Africa in a big way — with the world’s largest map of the continent. The map, measuring 35 feet by 26 feet is designed as a geo-game board to introduce students to the power of maps and the...
by Barbaree | Feb 10, 2012 | Apps We Love, Our Blog
We\’re wrapping up our mini volcano week with a lava hot app. This one is a great source of information, activities and games geared for students all about volcanoes! Encyclopedia Britannica Kids Volcanoes provides wonderful content in a friendly and educational...