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online images and activities about maritime exploration

BIG space image

Looking at our surroundings a different way, could be linked to geometric shapes around us.

"The Visual Thinking Mind Map breaks down how the use of images, clear design and creativity can greatly improve comprehension and convenience in the world around us. In addition the mind map explores how visual thinking can be utilised to provide simple instructions, create user-friendly products and services and share knowledge and ideas."

Ditto for Visual

"I have to tell you that it was a tough call to make these decisions, especially when we're talking every teacher no matter what grade level or subject, but I hope that you find a couple of gems to put away in your virtual treasure box. You may have others you'd like to add to the list. Please post them in the comments for all of us to explore."

"Shout invites educators and students to take an active role in global environmental issues. Connect online with experts in the field, share ideas, and collaborate with people around the world committed to solving environmental challenges. "

Could be a good "action"tool

May have shared this...if not here it is!

"PYP UI Roof Resources for our Year 1 UI "The Roof Over My Head" "An inquiry into How the world works: An exploration of the physical and material world; of natural and human-made phenomena; of the world of science and technology""

For the K1 teachers

ways to search beyond google

"By 2050, a third of the people on Earth may lack a clean, secure source of water. Join National Geographic in exploring the local stories and global trends that define the world's water crisis. Learn about freshwater resources and how they are used to feed, power, and sustain all life. See how the forces of technology, climate, human nature, and policy create challenges and drive solutions for a sustainable planet."

The PEEP and the Big Wide World Explorer's Guide, designed for early childhood classrooms, invites children and teachers to explore science in the world around them. Six units offer hands-on explorations that lead to rich science learning as well as lots of fun.

"IfItWereMyHome.com is your gateway to understanding life outside your home. Use our country comparison tool to compare living conditions in your own country to those of another. Start by selecting a region to compare on the map to the right, and begin your exploration."

Great tool to let students see comparisons between world events and their home.

The Performing Arts in Art curriculum explores works of art in the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection that depict subjects related to music, dance, theater, and storytelling. This interdisciplinary curriculum engages students in diverse topics in the disciplines of visual art, performing arts, history, and language arts. A variety of visual, musical, kinesthetic, and linguistic activities address the multiple ways in which students learn and provide new lenses for exploring historical events, mythological stories, and artistic traditions. Lessons in this curriculum address such questions as: How have the roles of performing and visual artists within society changed over time? How have musicians, actors, dancers, and storytellers been depicted in works of art, and what do such depictions reveal about the historical eras in which they were made? How do works of art convey the nuances of stories that have been passed down through oral tradition since the time of antiquity? How do visual artists convey movement and drama in their works? ok then!

2. The compass - the compass is a thinking tool that helps us to explore issues from 4 very different perspectives. These perspectives help us to consider other peoples points of view and the impact that our decisions may have on others. We have used the compass in the Year 6 Exhibition for the past 2 years. Firstly read through the explanations of the compass below.