Tools to equip you for the work ahead
English is one of your most important classes because the skills you learn here need to be applied in classes that require reading and writing--hey, that's ALL of your classes. Vocabulary practice, time management, scheduling--use the tools here to help you stay on track and get ahead!
Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar (SPAG) & vocabulary practice Tools
1. Quizlet.com-Each class has a code assigned to their specific class for practicing assigned words or just getting a printout of the assigned words.
2. Kids WordSmyth.com-An excellent quick search dictionary for students. Particularly helpful if English is your second language. Says the word, sometimes has pictures. It will be necessary for students and parents to register to use the full features. Click HERE to reach the site.
3. NoRedInk.com-Students may practice or be assigned practice on their SPaG skills through assignments on this site. Please click on the words NoRedInk to reach the site. The password assigned for each class will be on your class page.
4. Diagramming Practice worksheets and more! Click HERE to reach our workbook for diagramming practice and lessons.
2. Kids WordSmyth.com-An excellent quick search dictionary for students. Particularly helpful if English is your second language. Says the word, sometimes has pictures. It will be necessary for students and parents to register to use the full features. Click HERE to reach the site.
3. NoRedInk.com-Students may practice or be assigned practice on their SPaG skills through assignments on this site. Please click on the words NoRedInk to reach the site. The password assigned for each class will be on your class page.
4. Diagramming Practice worksheets and more! Click HERE to reach our workbook for diagramming practice and lessons.
Current Events & news
1. Listenwise.com-This tool may be activated during second semester depending on the progress of classes in demonstrating digital literacy.
2. KCAV--Want to catch up on the latest K-Cav news? Missed seeing it Friday? Then click HERE for the link.
2. KCAV--Want to catch up on the latest K-Cav news? Missed seeing it Friday? Then click HERE for the link.
Organizing tools
1. TIMERS to help build students metacognition on how long it takes to complete a certain task.
- Variety Classroom timers--allows user to choose which timer they wish to utilize
- Online Timer and dates-allows you to set up multiple timers and dates to track
Writing and editing tools
1. OWL at Purdue-an EXCELLENT site for double checking on grammar rules, the writing process, and so much more!
2. MLA Bibliographies--Quick review of components, sample and the all important link to Bibme.org
3. MLA Headings--All students are expected to start heading their papers on the LEFT side of the paper, MLA fashion as shown in class. See sample below.
2. MLA Bibliographies--Quick review of components, sample and the all important link to Bibme.org
3. MLA Headings--All students are expected to start heading their papers on the LEFT side of the paper, MLA fashion as shown in class. See sample below.
4. Printing Press-This fun application allows students to create their own "newspapers" for various projects.
5. Add Letters--Use this great app to create single newspaper "clippings" for projects as required.
5. Add Letters--Use this great app to create single newspaper "clippings" for projects as required.