Last week's blog had some fun sites/apps for kids in the 6th grade and younger. This blog post is for the older set (middle school and up). Here are some fun things you can do this summer:
Want to learn how to make something? Instructables make it easy to learn how to make anything, one step at a time. From the stovetop to the workshop, you are sure to be inspired by the awesome projects that are shared everyday. Categories include: circuits, workshop, craft, cooking, living, outside, and teachers. There's something for everyone. | If you're interested in cooking, here's one of Mr. Lieberman's favorite sites - with fun quick video recipes. |
edX is the trusted platform for education and learning. Founded by Harvard and MIT, edX is home to more than 20 million learners, the majority of top-ranked universities in the world and industry-leading companies. Some classes cost money, some are free to "audit" and others are free to everyone. Currently there is a 20% discount for summer classes. | Swift is a powerful programming language created by Apple and used by professionals to build many of today’s most popular apps. Swift Playgrounds is a revolutionary app for iPad that makes it fun to learn and experiment with code. You solve interactive puzzles in the guided “Learn to Code” lessons to master the basics of coding, while additional challenges let you explore code and create programs that are engaging and unique. Swift Playgrounds requires no coding knowledge, so it’s perfect for students just starting out, from twelve to one-hundred-and-twelve. The whole time you are learning Swift. |
Here's a tried and true recommendation - Google Earth. Before you say "Been there, done that", you might be surprised by some new features such as Voyager, and Knowledge Cards. While in Google Earth, be sure to click on the "ships wheel icon" to access "Voyager". It provides dozens of curated journeys around the globe, games, and more. | Learn a new language with Duolingo. You can learn the popular languages like French, Chinese, and Spanish. But you can also learn languages like Navajo, Swahili, and Esperanto. And if you want to really learn something different you can try Klingon and High Valyrian. |