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Entries from January 25th, 2010

And the pictures go ’round and ’round

January 25th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Search Tools, Working with photographs

If you liked the Google Wonder Wheel for searching text, you will love Google Image Swirl if you are seeking photos.  To find image swirl, go to Google and use the drop down menu for More, then Even More.  Look for the flask and select Labs.  Scroll down until you see Image Swirl. (At this [...]

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Where in the world is ….?

January 25th, 2010 · No Comments · Content - Social Studies, SmartBoard

Do you know this location? Placefly is a photo based geography game.  Select the correct answer and move to the next level.  If your guess is wrong, well, then back to the beginning!  Perhaps this would work as a do now- would be fun with a projector and/or Smartboard.  Or post the link on your website [...]

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The ultimate American Revolution timeline

January 25th, 2010 · No Comments · Content - Social Studies

Billed as a “Living Memorial to the American Revolution and Its Enduring Legacy”, the American Revolution Center contains an interactive timeline (see above) as well as lesson plans, an e-newsletter, and other resources.   To explore the timeline, select Explore the collection. 

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