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30 Famous Inventors Your Students Should Know

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Ask kids to name famous inventors, and you might get Thomas Edison or Henry Ford. And while they definitely belong on this list, they’re just the start of the innovators and inventors that kids ought to know. Some of these are household names, while others deserve more recognition for inventions that have become essential to daily life. For each one, you’ll find resources for more information and hands-on activities to help kids learn more about their achievements. Perhaps they’ll be inspired to become famous inventors themselves! 1. Johannes Gutenberg (c. 1400-1468) Known for: Gutenberg was the first European to invent the printing press. The movable type he used made mass printing possible and brought books and reading to the masses. Learn more: Biography of Johannes Gutenberg, German Inventor of the Printing Press (ThoughtCo) Try this: Visit thrift shops to find an old panini press, then turn it into a printing press. 2. Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) Known for: Da Vinci wa...

Can You Find All the Recyclable Items in These Fun Hidden Scenes?

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Can you find all the recyclable items in these fun hidden scenes? Help your students remember the importance of recycling with these fun Hidden Picture Scenes. We have two great options to choose from, each hiding recyclable materials throughout. Your students have a key that guides them through. Also, we have a teacher key that you can download. These are great conversation starters about all the things we can and should recycle every day. Search for recyclables hidden in this playground scene. Look for bottles and cans hidden in this cafeteria scene. Yes! I want to recycle the hidden pictures By: Can You Find All the Recyclable Items in These Fun Hidden Scenes?

19 Inspiring Leadership TED Talks for Teachers and Students

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What does it mean to be a leader? This question is equally important for children and adults. Leaders have the ability to create meaningful change, touch people and shape the world. But how do they do it? Fortunately, we have some of the most successful, powerful, and influential leaders in the world as our teachers. This summary of the TED Talks on leadership will inspire students and teachers to stand up and walk the path forward. (Be sure to preview all videos to ensure they're appropriate for your audience.) Leadership TED Talks for students Share these engaging videos with your students to encourage them to take on leadership roles in school and beyond. Jack Bonneau: Children can be role models [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnNrxoxkg20[/embed] Who better to inspire student leaders than a kid his own age? Kids look up to sports stars and entertainers, but they really should look up to other kids. Jake Bonneau is clearly wise beyond his years. Luvvie Aja...