If you have the opportunity to have a smart board in your classroom, you need to be sure to utilize its functions. The SMARTBoard can go far beyond a projector and a whiteboard, and it is crucial to involve your students as much as possible since you have this unique and engaging tool! As I mentioned above, I have found some good resources for all of you to expand your uses for interactive whiteboards. First, I think it is crucial to familiarize yourself as much as possible with the whiteboard, so I found a slideshow on the 56 ways to use your SMARTBoard. Find out more below!

1. 56 Ways:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IpRaaQvSLl5Q7pj91D2jSRn3sFSX4QOYOYAR8JzvCA0/present#slide=id.i0

2. Training and How-Tos:

http://www.internet4classrooms.com/links_grades_kindergarten_12/whiteboard_training.htm

Also, just to make it easier on yourself, I found some really great resources that provide free lessons, games for your interactive SMARTBoard. Be sure to check these out below!

1. 65 Free Interactive Resources: http://www.teachhub.com/free-interactive-whiteboard-resources
2. PBS.com Whiteboard Games: http://pbskids.org/whiteboard/
3. Scholastic Lessons: http://www.scholastic.com/smarttech/index.htm#teachers
4. BrainPoP – Great with student use! http://www.brainpop.com/educators/community/interactive-whiteboards-and-brainpop/