Back to School Tools
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
Get ready for the new school year with some educational freebies!
The start of a new academic year is almost upon us so let’s take a look at some free resources that busy teachers can add to their teaching toolkits. These tools are perfect for classroom activities, supplementary learning materials, or even a little fun downtime to engage students’ minds in new ways. Let’s explore!
A fantastic collection of free early-grade reading materials available in multiple languages. Students can read online at their own pace about topics that interest them and that are at their reading level. There are also interactive games designed to boost math skills from beginner levels up to Grade 4.
Another incredible library of multilingual books for young readers, searchable by language, theme, or reading level (emergent to proficient). Creating a free account lets you save books to a digital bookshelf, and offline access makes it a lifesaver for classrooms with limited or unstable internet.
A free, intuitive language-learning platform ideal for foreign language practice. Its clean design works seamlessly for both young and older learners, making it a great option for independent practice, homework, or targeted review on desktop and mobile.
Teachers and schools can sign up for free access to premium creative features. Easily design eye-catching presentations, videos, and worksheets, or tap into thousands of ready-to-teach templates and full lesson plans from the Canva library.
Created by the team behind Khan Academy, Khanmigo is a 100% free, AI-powered teaching assistant. It streamlines time-consuming tasks by helping you brainstorm lesson hooks, generate exit tickets, differentiate instruction, and track student progress to keep everyone on target.
A website full of free resources for teachers and parents. Based on the popular songs and shows from their YouTube channel, you can find ideas for STEM lessons, movement for young learners, craft ideas and templates, as well as free printables for the classroom or homeschool educator.
Beyond the Screen
Remember that digital platforms aren't your only option! Local libraries and community centres are rich with physical resources, guest speaker opportunities, and neighbourhood programmes that can bring extra depth to your curriculum.
At the end of the day, the most valuable resource in any classroom isn't an app or a website—it’s you.
Wishing you all a fantastic and inspiring school year.
Happy teaching everyone!
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