Technology

This onsite professional learning is designed to inform and empower school leaders, teachers, and staff members on how to effectively leverage Alive Studios' resources to increase student learning. A certified trainer will conduct training to provide a meaningful learning experience for all participants. This interactive training will begin with the development of product knowledge to equip users on operation, functionality, and usage of the hardware and software. With a strong understanding of the product and how it works, the training will progress to the most effective techniques and pedagogical approaches for implementation. Training will conclude with an opportunity for participants to collaboratively reflect upon and plan for enhanced student learning experiences. Training is for up to 10 teachers and their teaching assistants.

Boost your literacy block to new heights with this magical Zoo Tour! Aligned to kindergarten ELA standards, this supplemental curriculum for Letters alive® is simple for teachers and powerful for students. (Digital (PDF) versions are included with Letters alive.) These are printed sets for added convenience.

After the initial onsite learning experience, small group Professional Learning Communities (PLC) per school will be established to ensure continued implementation and provide teachers additional support. Your success coach will support and empower teachers to address targeted learning areas, analyze student data to drive instruction, and support overall implementation. Small group PLC Coaching Session (up to 5 teachers per PLC). Virtual coaching calls are 30 minutes each x 6 sessions (Can be over 60 days or 6 months)

An affordable, flexible, and mobile solution for charging and storing devices used in PreK-8 classrooms. Tech Tubs® can store, charge, and sync Apple devices, most 11" Chromebooks, and other tablets with or without cases with optional accessories to accommodate a variety of needs and budgets. Each Tech Tub2® can charge up to six devices. Measures 13"H x 12.5"W x 16.25"D. The Tech Tub Large Plug Adapters are designed for use with USB-C and other bulky adapters like those found on new iPads, and some Samsung tablets and Chromebook models. Add the adapter kit to your existing Tech Tub2® to accomodate USB-C and other large adapters.

Enhance your math block with the robust set of lesson plans and activities that come with Math alive. Aligned to Kindergarten Math Standards, this supplemental curriculum is sure to make life simple for teachers and fun for students! (Digital (PDF) versions are included with Math alive.) These are printed sets for additional convenience.

3 years & up. Multi-touch literacy explorations promote collaborative learning and development of letter recognition and pre-writing skills. Each exploration compliments a hands-on learning tool for early learners. This software will reinforce letter recognition of both upper and lowercase letters. Select a pair of letter stones, hear their name and sound and watch them to see if they match. If a pair is found, they remain face up. If not, they turn back over. Great for working memory. Available for both single and multi-user formats. Multi-user version offers 4 areas of play and works with Windows and Mac. Single user works with Windows, Mac, iPad® and Android. Digital Download. After purchase, an activation code will be sent via email, along with instructions for downloading the app or software. Please allow 24 hours for the email. The software can then be downloaded directly onto the device.

3 years & up. Understanding and responding appropriately to the facial expressions of others is key to children's developing sense of empathy. This software/app provides three engaging and stimulating games to foster these skills: Memory match, Draw me, and Puzzle pairs. Available for both single and multi-user formats. Multi-user version offers 4 areas of play and works with Windows and Mac. Single user works with Windows, Mac, iPad® and Android. Digital Download. After purchase, an activation code will be sent via email, along with instructions for downloading the app or software. Please allow 24 hours for the email. The software can then be downloaded directly onto the device.

Grade PreK - Grade 3. Letters alive® Zoo Keeper Edition is an award winning supplemental reading kit that incorporates evidence-based best practices to teach letters, letter sounds, word building, and sentence building. Teachers have the flexibility of teaching to whole group, centers, or individual students. The lessons and activities are presented within a zoo theme, which includes animals and ties science with literacy instruction. Children are hearing, seeing, touching, building, and speaking while enjoying a positive and engaging experience that increases proficiency and retention. Aligned TEKS and ELA State Standards for Kindergarten.

2 years & up. Introduce children to the fun of scientific discovery with their first microscope. With award-winning design, this Nature View Microscope is an exciting method of introducing STEM learning into the classroom. The three interchangeable lenses offer differing perspectives of the ten detailed nature slides. Encourage children to explore the different settings and become familiar with this beginner's microscope. The base plate rotates for varied viewpoints. Lenses include magnified, tinted, and kaleidoscope settings. Measures 8"H.

PreK Journals: 3 - 4 years. Kindergarten Journals: 5 - 8 years. These journals will help early learners master the 26 letters of the English alphabet. The FREE mobile app helps these journals come alive in 3D (augmented reality) for an engaging and interactive experience in the classroom or at home! Early learners now have a fun way to demonstrate their growing understanding of upper and lowercase letters and letter sounds. Available individually, in a set of two (1 Prek and 1 Kindergarten journal), or in sets of twenty.

PreK Journals: 3 - 4 years. Kindergarten Journals: 5 - 8 years. From Alive Studios,  the PreK journals will help early learners master the numbers 0-10 and seven 2D shapes. The Kindergarten journals will help early learners master the numbers 0-20 and five 3D shapes. The FREE mobile app makes this journal come alive for an engaging and interactive experience in the classroom or at home! Early learners now have a fun way to demonstrate their growing understanding of numbers, counting, and shapes. Available individually, in a set of two (1 Prek and 1 Kindergarten journal), or in sets of twenty.

Designed to stand up to the K-12 environment, Smart-Trek™ headsets are built to last. Smart-Trek™ feature a rugged and comfortable design, so teachers can have headsets that will function for years, and students can wear the headsets for an extended period of time. The headband easily adjusts to fit students of all ages. The ear cups are made with high-quality leatherette ear cushions that are easy to clean, durable, and provide excellent noise-isolation for better concentration. Smart-Trek™ headsets feature a durable, flexible, steel-reinforced gooseneck microphone and trusted Dura-Cord™ -- the chew, kink and knot-resistant, PVC-jacketed, braided nylon cord.

3 years & up. Give your children an audio option that fits snuggly with these Comfortable Deluxe Stereo Headphones with 3.5mm Plug & Volume Control. These deluxe headphones feature a high-quality sound, noise-isolation, and a closed-back design that features unique 6'L Dura-Cord™. The Dura-Cord™ is chew, kink and knot resistant and designed to be durable and reliable. Use these headphones for individual interactive reading activities and more. .

Personal on-ear headphone is the lightweight, comfortable and stylish headphone ideal for today's tech-filled classrooms and for remote or hybrid learning as well. Easy to use and carry, this headphone will soon become your go-to unit.

Primo™ headphones feature noise-reducing earcups allowing students to clearly hear lessons and protect from unnecessary, distracting noises. Made of ABS plastic, the chew and kink-resistant Dura-Cord™ and 3.5mm stereo plug are rugged and reliable, making it a versatile unit. Connects to almost any audio device: tablets, smartphones, computers, and more.

Made from a durable combination of steel and engineered wood, this mobile A/V Laptop Cart provides storage and maneuverability around the classroom or in the library. Students and teachers can use the large shelves and laptop support. Features durable locking casters. Assembly required. Measures 29"L x 15"W x 42"H.

3 years & up. Explore a hidden world and fall in love with science! This helps kids learn how to use a microscope for the first time. The two eyepieces magnify almost anything flat or dimensional at 8x without having to be adjusted! Requires 3 AAA batteries.

4 years & up. Introduce children to a real scientific toy that provides visual detail and information about animals, plants, and everyday household items. Fully functioning 5x microscope with two comfortable eyepieces contains 20 slides with 60 photo-quality images, and over 100 facts and questions. Multilingual audio-4 languages included! Requires 3 AAA batteries (sold separately).

The AudioStar™ boombox plays everything from older technology like the radio and cassette tapes, to the latest including CDs and MP3 files. It has a built-in tape and CD-to-MP3 converter allowing you to convert all your tapes and CDs to MP3 files and record them onto a USB flash drive without a computer! Designed and built to withstand the rigors of classroom use while providing high quality sound with incredible versatility, the AudioStar™ is a must-have in all today's classrooms-- and when remote or hybrid learning too! Measures 6" x 12" x 9".

This portable stereo is a convenient and innovative, quality stereo Bluetooth® boombox/media player. Take your classroom technology up a notch with the boombox that lets you stream music from your Bluetooth® enabled device in addition to playing CDs or FM Radio. This school-tested and teacher-approved boombox gives you unrivaled control of your listening experience! Measures 11.8" x 8.5" x 4.5". Features: CD Player: Supports CD-R/RW, FM Radio, Bluetooth® 2.1, LED Display, Headphones Jack, Built-in Speaker, DC Power: Requires DC batteries for DC power (not included), and AC Power: Requires AC/DC Adapter (included). In the Box: AudioMVP, Power Supply, and Instruction Manual.

HamiltonBuhl® Flex-Phones™ are nearly indestructible, made from a single piece of EVA foam. EVA foam is safe, non-toxic, BPA-free, soft, and an extremely flexible material.

8 years & up. The GeoSafari® MicroPro with 50x, 100x, 150x, 300x, and 600x magnifications allow young scientists to investigate everything from cells to crystals! Perfect for individual or classroom use, the glass eyepieces and power settings from 50x to 600x provide users with superior precision viewing. The built-in light and rack and pinion focusing help deliver bright, clear images. The 95-piece kit has professionally prepared slides and everything users need to make their own specimen slides. Not a toy, but a scientific instrument, the GeoVision™ MicroPro includes high-quality components and features that make it appropriate for science learning at any age. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.

All ages. The Beam Mobile lets you take interactive play anywhere with a supercharged projector that can turn any table or floor into an immersive educational play space. 3D sensing camera captures children's movement to making game play fully interactive. Simple projection settings allow you to adjust the size of the play space. Anywhere from a 24" x 36" table to a 6' x 10' floor space. Bulb-free, laser projection allows for worry free projection and consistent brightness and clarity. Fully loaded with ready-to-use educational content, the Beam Mobile also includes Eye Wiz which allows teachers to select from hundreds of pre-designed templates or personalize lessons.

3 years & up. Literacy and Math with Zoo Animals. This exciting set will provide your preschooler with plenty of entertaining educational options when learning about the 26 letters of the alphabet and numbers 0 through 10. An 8-count pack of crayons and a container of dough are also included to make learning more hands on. A safari animal puppet is also included. Activity card(s) included.