8 Sites You May Have Forgotten About

By Anonymous -

The following is a list of sites that have been around for a while which you may have forgotten about.  These sites are still fantastic resources to use in your classrooms. 

#1 Padlet
Wallwisher is now called Padlet.  Padlet has so many options:

#2 Voki

Voki is a site for creating a talking avatar.  Did you know that there are lesson plans available for using Voki in the classroom?  There is also an option to get Voki Classroom for $29.99.  Here is a video about using Voki in the classroom:


#3 Answer Garden

Answer Garden in a minimalistic feedback tool.  You can use it as a tool for online brainstorming or embed it on your website or blog as a poll or guestbook.  

 Here is an example:



 #4 Vocaroo easily record yourself and share the recording.

  Click on my recording!
Voice Recorder >>
Look at all of the sharing options!  I love the QR code choice!

There is no need to sign up for an account.  I plan to use Vocaroo in our blog posts for March.  

 #5 Odosketch

Use Odosketch to draw beautiful pictures on your computer.
Here is my picture

 #6 You Tube
This is one of my most used and relied upon sites on the Internet.  I just found this video to supplement the story we are reading about Niagara Falls.  I love how the video is like taking a tour of America.  My students will soon be creating a Virtual Field trip and this video is perfect for the inspiration we need. 


#7 geoGreeting

Use Google Maps to send a message.  Click here to see mine.

#8 Jigsaw Planet


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 Create a jigsaw puzzle with any image you choose.  Embed the puzzle or share the link.

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