Standout Resource Supports Students' Current Events Literacy
Site of the Week picks are selected from the top edtech tools reviewed by Common Sense Education, which helps educators find the best edtech tools, learn best practices for teaching with tech, and equip students with the skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly.
Newsela
Absorbing daily news stories offer kids just-right learning content
Pros: A best-in-class library of high-interest, cross-curricular, adjustable nonfiction texts.
Cons: Expanded search and recommendation features could help students connect with articles tailored even more to their interests and reading level.
Bottom Line: Up-to-date, high-interest articles meet students right at their level: Use this robust tool to bolster students' nonfiction reading practice.
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