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"Showing videos and the occasional Hollywood film in the classroom is an innovative way to demonstrate concepts and expose common misconceptions while providing a thought provoking change of pace for students. These worksheets are NOT meant to supplement good interactive, thought provoking activities in the classroom, rather they are meant to provide an OCCASIONAL change of pace in the classroom. It is recommend to show the film, then stop the footage, do some teaching and start it up again. "

BLOSSOMS video lessons are enriching students' learning experiences in high school classrooms from Brooklyn to Beirut to Bangalore. Our Video Library contains over 50 math and science lessons, all freely available to teachers as streaming video and Internet downloads and as DVDs and videotapes. Visit the BLOSSOMS Video Library anytime to browse and download lessons to use in your classroom. Every lesson is a complete resource that includes video segments, a teacher's guide, downloadable hand-outs and a list of additional online resources relevant to the topic. We carefully craft each BLOSSOMS lesson to make your classroom come alive. Each 50-minute lesson builds on math and science fundamentals by relating abstract concepts to the real world. The lessons intersperse video instruction with planned exercises that engage students in problem solving and critical thinking, helping students build the kind of gut knowledge that comes from hands-on experience. By guiding students through activities from beginning to end, BLOSSOMS lessons give students a sense of accomplishment and excitement.

A message from John Stossel - I am excited to offer you high-quality classroom materials that teachers say bring lesson plans to life, encouraging students to think and participate, while serving your curriculum requirements.

Social media may have started out as a fun way to connect with friends, but it has evolved to become a powerful tool for education and business. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter and tools such as Skype are connecting students to learning opportunities

A collaborate effort of 7 Houston-area districts to help classroom teachers integrate technology into their curriculum by identifying and providing interactive Internet resources addressing specific objectives.

From Scholastic - math and science games and interactive activities and lessons for the classroom

"MathPickle is for K-12 teachers. Here you will find curricular games, puzzles and mini-competitions for the classroom. " A site compiled on real-word problem solving ideas that encourage students to think

A site devoted to "empowering and celebrating" STEM education in and out of the classroom -

Wow - from Verizon - Free lesson plans, homework help, and professional development for teachers, students and parents. A wealth of ideas and information that can be integrated into every classrom

"Math Games and Activities Created with PowerPoint Designed to be played on-line."