Subject Matter: Building networks of schools in Seattle receiving large numbers of free-, or reduced-cost lunches. How to improve math, science and writing
Grades: K-12 education

Education Revolution in Seattle
There’s a quiet uprising going on in Seattle. The Powerful Schools program is involving parents, teachers and volunteers directly in the classroom to improve student reading, writing and science. It’s a holistic approach, which isn’t unusual as we Northwesterners are pretty “granola”. Continue reading…

Subject Matter: How to use Photoshop Elements 8
Grades: Middle School & Up

Another For Dummies Book
I think this book has merit in that the Dummies series offers 9 books in one, however I would have preferred a different format. When you’re writing a how-to book on using imaging editing software, your clients are going to be using this book to improve pictures. Therefore, why not add informative pictures to demonstrate where tools are in the software, and how to revise images? Continue reading…

Subject Matter: Free k-12 education sites covering various subjects
Grades: Primary, secondary or K-12

For the New Year
I seem to be uncovering lots of new websites. Yes, I’m still reviewing, in fact my desk is stacked with books, music software, etc. Yet if I come across these sites, I better post them, or I’ll forget.

Tech:)Happy is an interesting site listing a multitude of education websites. Most appear to be for free, and the list is extensive.

Link onto Sites-for-kids. And tell the web author thanks. It’s an interesting mix of sites.

Subject Matter: 12 different sites to incorporate technology in the classroom
Grades: All grades; Businesses, Marketing

Lots of cool sites out there, but here are 12 websites that can get you started applying Ed Tech in the classroom, or small businesses.

From creating documents, alternates to YouTube to edublogs, check these resources.

Tech Integration in the Classroom

Subject Matter: Online writing resources
Grades: Middle school & up, Nonprofits, Business, Marketing

With so many resources out there, it’s hard to decide what’s really useful. Here’s some updated links that provide a wide variety of writing resources.

LInk to: Writing Workshop.

Good luck, and let me know of others that may be helpful.

Subject Matter: How to learn Adobe Photoshop Elements 8

Grades: Elementary to College beginners to intermediate students in photo editing

Easy as 1-2-3
There are several books available to learn Adobe Photoshop Elements 8. One of the better ones I’m reviewing is Teach Yourself Visually: Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 by Mike Wooldridge, and published by Wiley. Continue reading…