Exploratory Learning Resources
Using exploratory learning tools allows students to learn a subject by exploring through different activities and games. These games make it easier to get students excited about learning and for them to retain and apply the information they learned.
PBS learning media
I chose PBS learning media because I remembered it from when I was a kid. My parents used to encourage me to spend time on this website with lessons that include my favorite tv characters like Dora and "WordGirl". My favorite one was the curious George based lessons. The lessons cater to any age, and they ranged from subjects about science and math to art and English, and some for younger kids to learn how to read and write. All of the games and exploration activities were very visual and the characters from these shows were there to assist the students if needed. I would use this in my classroom to give students a break from lectures and assignments and let them learn new skills on their own.
PBS LearningMedia | Teaching Resources For Students And Teachers
Noggin by Nick Jr.
I see a lot of younger kids using this website today. My younger cousin's teacher encouraged her to use this website to better her French language skills, since her first language is primarily English and Mandarin. Since she's been using these games that incorporate language, she is Fluent in her two primary languages, and knows basic French. This website also encourages students to learn how to take care of their mind, body, and how to interact with other kids and people older than them. I would use this to help student learn these things they may not have learned at home like language, self-care, and emotional intelligence, as well as respect for other people.
Nasa Science Space Place
Nasa's website caters to a larger range of students with material that could be used by first graders all the way to eighth grade. They have different actives where students can explore space and the planets while learning facts about our universe. They also have activities where they can color or write their own adventure stories about space. I found this website to be very user friendly and it would not be hard to show students how to use negative their way around the different activities. I would likely use this in a lesson about Outerspace or to use as a tool to help create an adventure story.