This is a collection of resources that parents may find useful.
Please note that ANY resources in The Sun West Resource Bank can be useful to parents as well. Items in this collection have been specifically marked as higher interest to parents.
If parents are searching for resources to support their child with his or her learning, they should complete the search. If they wish to, parents can use the filters on the left side of the screen and select "Primary User" and "Parent" to narrow their search if need.
If you find there are too many resources to sort through, you can filter the results using the “Filter Resources” area on the left side of the screen. Select “Education Level” to narrow your results to a specific education level. (Please note - for the purposes of this site these "Education Levels" are used when filtering - Lower Primary = K-2, Upper Primary=3-5, Middle Years=6-8, High School=9-12).
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Don't do the work if you don't have to. Ditch That Textbook …
Don't do the work if you don't have to.
Ditch That Textbook has lots of Google Slides, Drawings, PowerPoint and Jamboard templates that you and your students will just love.
Included are: Social Media Templates, Game Templates, Interactive Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson Plan Templates, Communication Templates, Feedback Templates, Exit Ticket Templates, Back to School Templates, End of Year Templates.
Just to mention of few of the templates, check out: Jeopardy, Family Feud, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Comic Strip, Caption This, Treasure Map and many, many more!!!
It's easy to use! Download or make a copy. Adjust as necessary. Enjoy the fun and learning!
This guide covers the age range 6 years to 18 years. It …
This guide covers the age range 6 years to 18 years. It also encompasses all students with reading difficulties, including those who have specific learning difficulties (dyslexia) as well as those who have made generally poor progress in reading and may or may not have additional general learning difficulties. Information here can be applied to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, minority groups and to students with reading difficulties for whom English is not a first language. While the full range of literacy involves more than just reading, the focus here is particularly on reading skills: the ability to decode and understand text.
Having a family member with a substance use problem can be very …
Having a family member with a substance use problem can be very stressful and overwhelming. You play a key role in supporting your relative and in promoting their wellness and recovery. Performing this role may take a toll and have a significant impact on you as well. This self-directed online program is designed to empower you as you support your loved one.
This course will help you to recognize the stress and range of emotions you may be experiencing, and to understand the importance of addressing your own needs. The course will also explore strategies you can use to cope with the challenges of dealing with a relative with substance use problems, strategies for self-care and ways to empower yourself.
The course includes 6 modules: 1. Understanding Substance Use Problems and Addiction 2. Impact of Substance Use Problems on Families 3. Supporting Your Family Member's Recovery 4. Communicating Effectively with Your Relative and Setting Limits 5. Staying Safe and Managing Crises 6. Empowering Yourself Through Support and Self-Care
With these activities from the popular NoRedInk, students write a short, low-stakes …
With these activities from the popular NoRedInk, students write a short, low-stakes response to a prompt. The activities invite students to reflect on a challenging year.
The "School Year in Review" quick writes include: (10–20 minutes each) - A School Year Like No Other - Persuade for Your Grade - Summer Writing - Thank You Speech - Much, much more!
While you're there, check out all of the other features NoRedInk has to offer!
Tag Line: Building number sense one day at a time. The site …
Tag Line: Building number sense one day at a time.
The site provides a number of estimation activities involving height, number of objects etc. The activities may include a photo or video to help students develop some reference to solve the activity. The answers are provided, but the idea is that students utilize their estimation skills to determine the appropriate answer.
The site also includes a blog, a relationship between some american common core standards and estimation activities, as well as information on clothesline math activities as well.
Do you have students who struggle to prepare for exams? suffer from …
Do you have students who struggle to prepare for exams? suffer from test anxiety? need some new tips? This resource has everything you need to run an exam preparation and study skill "crash course". Included in this resource are a teacher powerpoint, student study guide booklet (that pairs with the powerpoint), a parent newsletter (supporting your child during exam time), and additional information on overcoming test anxiety.
What You’ll Learn Snapshot: What Executive Functioning Issues Are Executive Functioning Issues …
What You’ll Learn Snapshot: What Executive Functioning Issues Are Executive Functioning Issues Signs and Symptoms Other Issues That Can Co-Occur With Executive Functioning Issues Possible Causes of Executive Functioning Issues How Executive Functioning Issues Are Diagnosed How Professionals Can Help With Executive Functioning Issues How You Can Help Your Child With Executive Functioning Issues
Fact Monster is a free reference site for students, teachers, and parents. …
Fact Monster is a free reference site for students, teachers, and parents. Get homework help and find facts on thousands of subjects. Great for Math! ELA Science Geography Games Tools - encyclopedia, atlas, dictionary and much more Teaching resources - PBL, PD, teaching strategies, choice boards & more
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"Kids can use this as a resource for a variety of subjects. …
"Kids can use this as a resource for a variety of subjects. With biographies, an atlas, and other reference materials, Factmonster is an informative place for kids to find fun facts and play educational games." (Common Sense Media)
Resources are organized across the top toolbar by subject, homework, games and tools.
The following is a collection of resources and strategies to help teachers …
The following is a collection of resources and strategies to help teachers connect with families positively and engage them in their child's learning. Use this resource to help ensure you have a family friendly school with parents involved in the school and their child's education. Community connections are also explored. Together the parents, teacher, student and community can work together to forge a positive and successful experience for all stakeholders involved.
This resource, produced by the National Center on Parent, Family, and Community …
This resource, produced by the National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (co-authored by HFRP’s Christine Patton and M. Elena Lopez), discusses the importance of families’ support for their children’s learning and development as children transition to new environments. The resource positions the transition to kindergarten as a pivotal point for establishing the kinds of practices that can help sustain gains children have made in their early learning settings, and offers examples of successful program practices that Head Start and Early Head Start staff can use to help children and families with this transition.
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this …
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this site offers creative ideas/free activities to move, learn, relax, and connect as a family.
Find weekly activities, games, worksheets and videos in lots of areas: reading and writing, math, social studies, science, offline friendly, emotional well-being, arts/music/DIY, fitness, digital citizenship, life skills, English-Language Learners, virtual field trips, videos and events.
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this …
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this site offers creative ideas/free activities to move, learn, relax, and connect as a family.
Find weekly activities, games, worksheets and videos in lots of areas: reading and writing, math, social studies, science, offline friendly, emotional well-being, arts/music/DIY, fitness, digital citizenship, life skills, English-Language Learners, virtual field trips, videos and events.
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this …
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this site offers creative ideas/free activities to move, learn, relax, and connect as a family.
Find weekly activities, games, worksheets and videos in lots of areas: reading and writing, math, social studies, science, offline friendly, emotional well-being, arts/music/DIY, fitness, digital citizenship, life skills, English-Language Learners, virtual field trips, videos and events.
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this …
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this site offers creative ideas/free activities to move, learn, relax, and connect as a family.
Find weekly activities, games, worksheets and videos in lots of areas: reading and writing, math, social studies, science, offline friendly, emotional well-being, arts/music/DIY, fitness, digital citizenship, life skills, English-Language Learners, virtual field trips, videos and events.
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this …
Brought to you by Common Sense Media and Wide Open School, this site offers creative ideas/free activities to move, learn, relax, and connect as a family.
Find tons of activities, games, worksheets and videos in lots of areas: reading and writing, math, social studies, science, offline friendly, emotional well-being, arts/music/DIY, fitness, digital citizenship, life skills, English-Language Learners, virtual field trips, videos and events.
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