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…
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…
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…
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…
Generally, teachers don’t expect gifts. Teachers care about children and want to educate them in preparation for the world beyond school. That’s enough of a reward for most educators. That said, your student’s teacher is awesome! This past school year has been trying for everyone – students, parents and teachers alike. So you want to…
Is Slick Write good? Can it compete with other free web-based editing software like Grammarly, ProWritingAid, Ginger, or Hemingway Editor? Can it improve your writing style and help you detect common spelling and grammar errors? You may wonder if it is any good because it is free. I was surprised at the features and statistics…
Ginger Software is one of the top online grammar and spell checker tools. How does Ginger Software compare with its competitors? Does it compete with accurate spelling and grammar checkers like Grammarly and the detailed multiple reports ProWritingAid offers? This Ginger Writing review uncovers Ginger’s unique features and why people would use Ginger to catch…
Writing the Hemingway Editor review reminded me of its namesake, the famous author Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway’s writing style is an inspiration to all writers. By using natural language and specific everyday words, he wrote with clarity and directness. He seldom used abstract nouns and adjectives or complex sentences; his prose was conventional, easy to read, and understand. Fellow writers influenced Hemingway in…
Spelling and grammar—some hate it, others love it, but we all need it. I write for a living, so it is vital that I am able to write quickly – and correctly. It’s my name on the finished product, and I want my writing to be the best. You might be a writer, or a…
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 . 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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