Level it Books

Level it Books is the excellent mobile app (iOS/Android) that people everywhere are using to scan a book and get a Reading/Lexile Level.  Educators are using it to create a digital library of class books, as well as creating a class roster of students w/ their Read Level.  Also, a user can add a book, select a "book of the day", and manually search for any book as well.  If you're a parent, librarian, or educator this is the perfect app for you to find the appropriate type of reading material for your student/child.

I highly recommend checking out Level it Books by clicking here!!!

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ClassTag

ClassTag is an interesting new site that I just found out about from Free Technology 4 Teachers.  ClassTag allows educators to create a class directory and schedule appointments w/ parents.  The way this works is by integrating a calendar feature where educators can create "slots" where parents can then sign-up.  This helps avoid people get signed up for the same time and avoid the use of paper/handouts.  Also, this is a great way to share announcements w/ parents to help remind them of upcoming events.

I highly recommend checking out ClassTag by clicking here!!!

Tower Math

Tower Math is an excellent app for learning basic Math skills.  Tower Math uses the ultra-popular "tower defense-game" format to create a fun learning environment for kids.  Teachers can use this to integrate Game Based Learning into a classroom while students learn basic Math skills such as: addition, multiplication, subtraction, etc.

I highly recommend checking out Tower Math by clicking here!!!

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Stack the States 2

Stack the States 2 is a wonderful iOS app for learning about different facts and shapes of the 50 US states.  The game is simple in where a student tries to answer a question about a state and then stack them up to reach a "finish line" (think Tetris)  Once the line is hit the user moves on to the next board.  This game helps teach students about the: US capitals, nicknames, state shapes, Geography, and more.

Here is what is new in version 2:

• new question types
• new bonus games
• new voice mode
• new interactive map
• new 3D graphics
• 10 different 3D scenes
• 3D models over 90 US landmarks

I recommend checking out Stack the States 2 by clicking here!!!

GoClass

GoClass is a wonderful site/app for flipping a classroom.  This is a fantastic solution for educators to be able to manage their classes/students and create dynamic lessons that can be shared on mobile devices.  Students can login to a session on their mobile device and then follow the lesson following the "show-explain-ask" method.  Teachers can then get instant real-time feedback on student engagement and learning as well as attendance.

I highly recommend checking out GoClass by clicking here!!!

*GoClass is an advertiser of Technology Tidbits.

StoryTop

StoryTop is a fun little site for digital storytelling that I just found out about from the award winning Free Technology 4 Teachers.  StoryTop as w/ most storytelling sites uses a drag-n-drop interface and allows a user to add a background, person, building, etc.  Finally, a finished story can be shared w/ others using a unique URL.

I highly recommend checking out StoryTop by clicking here!!!

Digipuzzle for Spring Games

Digipuzzle is a wonderful free site for kids to find a wide variety of educational games, activities, and puzzles.  Also, educators are using this to introduce Game Based Learning into the classroom as well as for "centers".  Finally, this is a great place to find games for holidays and seasons such as Spring.

I highly recommend checking out Digipuzzle for Spring activities by clicking here!!!

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