Emerging Tech for libraries

 Wonderful Apps for Classroom Use  Brainpop- This can be used for a verity of different subjects to give students a fun and interactive way to learn material.  DK.com- This is a wonderful resource that provides printable worksheets for a variety of different children's books.  Landoftales.com- This resource contains a multitude of interactive stories to make reading just a little more fun.  Literably- This is used to access students phonics, phonemic awareness, and oral reading fluency.  Sparky Schoolhouse- this resource has many different interactive and printable resources to help teach kids what to do in case of a fire. Bubblus- This is a great resource to help students to learn note taking and plan essays.  Piktochart- This website is great for helping create wonderful posters, flyers, and presentations.  Wonder stories- This resource has interactive books with quizzes for students. 

  Ten Things Every Teacher Should Know About Technology  Technology is ever changing. There are new things every day.  There are more search engines out there than just google Sometimes children know more about technology than we do and it is ok  Don't be afraid to ask questions  Practice using technology before trying to use it with students  Collaborate with other colleagues on how they are using technology  Always have a back up plan  Do not be afraid to try new things Remember that powerpoint should include limited writing Don't be embarrassed no one is an expert in technology