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Shakespeare on the map

Another idea from the “Interesting Ways to…” teachers “Use Google Earth as an introduction to Shakespeare. Visit Stratford upon Avon and find the house that he was born in. Zoom over to the banks of the Thames, switch on the 3D building layer and load up the Globe Theatre model. Explore the inside structure of the theatre, with  Full Article…

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Grown ups couldn’t spell either!

Use your Twitter network and get the children to compose a tweet such as #YsgolEvanJames What was the word you had most problems spelling when you were in school? or  #class4Newtownprimary What word do you still find difficulty in spelling?”  (ask your friends to retweet to their networks as well) Get the children to make  Full Article…

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You’ve Been Framed

Age: 10+yrs      Ease * Overview This software is more sophisticated and is not specifically created for children. Having said that, it is not complicated and is well within the skills base of learners in the recommended age range. Description If you do not already have Windows Moviemaker on your computer, you will need  Full Article…

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Virtually Invisible?

Age: 10+yrs Ease ***** Overview This lesson is a basic introduction to learners on using the internet appropriately. Some of the issues and processes have been simplified to aid understanding, but the general scenarios are accurate and realistic. Learners are exposed to the possible consequences of inappropriate behaviour whilst using the internet. Description Read the  Full Article…

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Virtual Library

Age: 8+yrs Ease **** Overview Shelfari is a great online multi-purpose resource. Firstly, learners compile a virtual library of all the books they have read, plan to read or are reading now. They can write reviews after reading their books and share these with other classes and/or schools that they add to their ‘Friends’ list.  Full Article…

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