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Sitting very comfortably in the ‘Goldilocks zone’ of document cameras, the AVer F17HD (Amazon) finds the perfect balance between rich interactive features and excellent value for money. With a 5MP camera, 32x zoom and both remote and onboard controls, the camera gives real flexibility (both figuratively and literally) while stepping a delightfully small footprint on your classroom space. Versatile, compact and extremely well-built, the F17HD from AVer offers high-end specs for a surprisingly impressive price. Let’s take a look! In the box AVer F17HD Document Camera – […]

More articles on Classroom By Wade Gegan Updated: January 25, 2017

There used to be a time when more was more with electronics? The more cables, peripherals, adaptors and dongles the better. Well (thankfully) that time is long gone. It’s all about simplicity. When you buy an iPhone there is nothing more in the box than the phone itself. And the AVer U70 delivers a similarly delightful, simple and clutter-free experience. Hi-spec and real bang for your buck, the AVer U70 USB Document Camera ticks all the boxes for an everyday classroom document camera. Coming in at a much […]

More articles on Classroom By Wade Gegan Updated: January 25, 2017

Good classroom technology should be simple, frictionless and allow you to focus on the real goal… Learning. With the wrong tools, we end up working around technology rather than with it. But with the right technology, the equipment and overheads disappear and what’s left is an elegant and greatly improved learning and teaching experience. The CC30 HD Collaboration Camera from AVer is one of those unique devices that keeps things simple while delivering some pretty exciting opportunities for teaching. With clever design, top quality hardware and delightfully […]

More articles on Classroom By Wade Gegan Updated: October 25, 2017

Sure, it’s a lovely idea. The sun is out. The food is packed. And the kids are keen for some fun outdoors. But why does a picnic just have to be about food? What about all the other creative activities that a picnic could be? While there are plenty of great kids picnic table options available, there are also a tonne of ways to start thinking outside of the proverbial picnic basket. With tables out there for encouraging arts, crafts, making, building, cognitive skills, thinking […]

More articles on Maker, Parents, Toys and Play By Wade Gegan Updated: March 24, 2017

I’m a long-time Grammarly user.  It’s helped me in my writing – and when I started using it, it was the best writing software available. But now it’s 2021.  Is Grammarly still the perfect spelling and grammar checker? We aim to answer the question in this in-depth Grammarly review. Irrespective of your writing style, you need an easy-to-understand app that checks your grammar, spelling, punctuation, tone, style, and word choice. A grammar checking tool will help you identify these mistakes. […]

More articles on Grammar By Retha Groenewald Updated: February 16, 2021

I can’t imagine trying to write professionally or in higher education and not using a grammar checker. I mean, I DO remember most of the grammar rules of the road – but it’s so nice having software help catch when I make a mistake. Now that we are in [fyear], technology has advanced enough that there are a lot of choices available when picking your grammar editor.  It’s hard to decide which one is right for you. Is ProWritingAid the perfect […]

More articles on Grammar By Retha Groenewald Updated: February 16, 2021

Think about it. Have you ever heard of ANYONE being upset about getting a Lego set for a gift? Even in this age of all-electronic-and-screen, all-the-time, the best Lego sets are still craved after by kids and adults alike. There is something to a Lego set. Whether it’s because of the reputation for a high-quality experience from box to the finished kit, or how much fun it is to build and rebuild with a mix of Lego brick sets – […]

LEGO sets and bricks are not cheap, and your kid’s Christmas or birthday gift list probably contains some LEGO toys. According to National Geographic Kids, about 28 LEGO sets are sold each second during the Christmas season despite being an expensive toy. People may happily pay more than a car’s monthly installment for one of the best Technic LEGO sets. The LEGO Vintage Airport Shuttle Monorail is priced at $3,988 on Amazon. LEGO Duplo Feuerwehr-Haputgquartier costs $3,151, and the Ferrari […]

More articles on Lego By Retha Groenewald Updated: November 13, 2020

Do something constructive with your time with the Lego Architecture sets! Expand your LEGO build a collection with all the cities represented in the LEGO Skyline Series or create your LEGO interpretation of city skylines. LEGO fans may also enhance their building experience and knowledge of individual memorials and statutes, building landmarks unique to various capitals globally.  These can be some of the best Lego sets, especially for adults and teens. Fantastic for encouraging concentration, agility, and STEM skills, these […]

More articles on Lego By Dara Sheahan Updated: November 13, 2020

Many children and adults have fond memories of building with Legos. Legos inspire creativity in the young, imaginative makers that build with them. Lego Creator sets, in particular, encourage children to use their minds and hands to build creatively. Most sets are 3-in-1 sets, with instructions for building more than one thing with the pieces included.  Children practice following instructions building with the provided instruction booklets and then let their imaginations run wild.  For example, the building-focused Creator kits go […]

More articles on Lego By Gillian Pemberton Updated: November 13, 2020

A toddler workbench, accompanied by tools and accessories, is one of the best and most fun toys for young boys and girls to enhance vital development skills. Like a play kitchen set, a toy workbench inspires imaginative pretend play, strengthens motor skills, improves hand-eye coordination, and stimulates creative thinking. Our best toddler workbench list may assist parents, friends, and caregivers in selecting the perfect toy bench for a child. We have spent hours researching and reading toddler workbench reviews to […]

More articles on Toys and Play By Retha Groenewald Updated: September 16, 2020

Planning a birthday party for your kid is sometimes more fun than being the party host at the actual event. Planning a Lego birthday party is even more fun with the variety of Lego themes, such as Lego Star Wars movie, Lego characters, or making it an easy Lego bricks party. Plan the party fun based on a Lego Star Wars movie or make it an easy Lego bricks party. The right party supplies can transform your home into a […]

More articles on Lego, Parents By Retha Groenewald Updated: November 13, 2020

Have you tried hand-fanning your baby and pushing a baby stroller at the same time? If you have, you understand how hard that is – and you get the value of having a clip-on stroller fan. We spent three full workdays reviewing and researching the best stroller fans on the market today. First, we looked at the various ways fans are used to keep babies cool while sleeping in the crib or the car. We also took into account portability […]

More articles on Baby, Parents By Retha Groenewald Updated: June 26, 2020

Teachers – and parents of younger children – LOVE to laminate.  Why?  It’s simple – kids tend to destroy unprotected paper items. While some schools have a communal laminator, many teachers want to have one for their own classroom – for a variety of reasons.  We’ve spent over twenty hours researching the best laminators for teachers on the market today.  Our conclusion: the best overall classroom laminator is the 5 in 1 Bluesmart Laminator Set.  The built-in paper-trimmer and hole […]

More articles on Educators By Retha Groenewald Updated: June 25, 2020

Remote Control (RC) toys are fun, but RC rock crawlers push it to the next level of adventure! Imagine maneuvering over rocky terrains, through crevices, steering almost sideways to cross a narrow ridge, to be faced with muddy puddles and large boulders blocking your path… Remote-control cars and buggies are often designed for speed. RC rock crawling, however, is something different; it tests your accuracy and your level of control when guiding your RC toy over rugged terrain and rocks. […]

More articles on Toys and Play By Retha Groenewald Updated: May 20, 2020

The best learning podcasts are podcasts presented engagingly on topics that interest the listener. With over 900,000 active podcasts and 30 million episodes, you are bound to find something that may please you. The convenience of smartphones changed the world of adults and children. No wonder smartphones have increased podcast usage by 157% since 2014. Over 60 million homes in America are podcasts fans, of which 22% listen every week to their favorite podcasts. Most of the listeners enjoy podcasts […]

More articles on Podcasts By Retha Groenewald Updated: April 1, 2020

Buying the perfect gift for a fifth-grader may be an interesting experience. Your ten-year-old boy isn’t a toddler anymore, and he isn’t a teenager either. He may think and sound almost like an adult, but he is still a little boy to a certain extent. Don’t fret; we’ve listed the best gifts for elementary-aged kids for this Christmas season. The exciting dilemma in buying the best gift for 10-year-old boys is discerning what type of gifts he may like. He […]

Our Eureka Crate Review- Soap Dispenser – KiwiCo’s Teen Science Kit This post may contain referral/affiliate links. If you buy something, Fractus Learning may earn a commission at no cost to you. Teenagers are difficult to please.  As the father of three of them- trust me – I know what I’m talking about. Don’t get me wrong: I love my kids and I don’t think they are any more difficult than the average teen.  But by the age of thirteen, […]

More articles on Deals, High, Maker, Math, Resources, Science, STEM, Teens, Toys and Play By Bryan Bigari Updated: February 25, 2021

There are TONS of choices available on the market for a parent looking for a subscription box for their son or daughter.  While most are good choices, Kiwico has over time come to stand out from the pack. As part of our testing, we’ve spent time building and playing with all the KiwiCo  review crates.  We’ve given you our honest and unbiased opinion in this review – frankly, we’ve been quite happy with the value for the money.   These reviews […]

Videos are great tools to explain a concept or for presenting practical experiments and activities students can do. Teachers, however, don’t always have the time to create their videos.   We’ve created a list of STEM Video channels teachers may explore to find videos you may incorporate into the classroom lessons.   If there are any we left off, please add them in the comments! STEM Videos Tier Zoo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHsRtomD4twRf5WVHHk-cMw Tier Zoo is a brilliant way of exploring zoology through the lense of a video gamer.  They are extremely […]

More articles on STEM By Retha Groenewald Updated: August 8, 2019

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