Online tools and resources:
Astronomy picture of the Day: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/astropix.html
I would use the astronomy picture of the day as a stimulus to many discussions across the curriculum. Of course, we could talk about what we see in the picture- what do we recognise / what’s new? I would also use it in Art. We would discuss the colours and details. In English, I would use the visual as prompt for free writing. I will ‘bookmark’ the site on my whiteboard when I return in September so that it is easily accessible.
Marvin and Milo: I would use this resource in the younger classes. I think it is engaging and age-appropriate; making the content accessible. Sometimes I find I underestimate the younger classes for fear of overloading them with information! I also love the ‘Do Try This At Home’ message! I think sending a topic link home instead of homework every so often would be very beneficial and enjoyable.
Esa kids: I will be looking at downloading the app onto our classroom devices in September. It is free to download and available in 14 languages, making it inclusive to our EAL students. I think it would aid itself as a good independent learning station.