Digital Resources
Easier Access with ClassLink OneClick
ClassLink OneClick is an easy way to streamline access to all of AEA Digital Resources aligned to the appropriate interest levels using a customized dashboard for schools using your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 login.
Contact Mindy Reimer or Karen Randall to set up your school or District integration!
Keystone AEA Digital Resources by Interest Level
AEA Digital Resources – Available with your ClassLink OneClick Log-in
AEA Digital Library (PreK-12)
Collection of streaming video and digital documents for children's literature, copyright, science, health and school counseling.
American History in Video (7-12 & Educators)
Streaming videos and documentaries to bring history alive for students.
Scholastic BookFlix (PreK-3)
Pairs fictional video storybooks with related nonfiction books. Offers ELL supports and read-aloud features.
Britannica School (PreK-12)
A suite of Britannica resources for elementary, middle and high school editions designed to support student research and inquiry.
Britannica ImageQuest (PreK-12)
Over 3 million royalty free images for educational, non-commercial use for assignments, projects and lesson plans.
Rosen's Core Concepts Science - Biology, Chemistry and the Periodic Table, (7-12)
Comprised of curriculum-correlated content, Core Concepts: Biology, Periodic Table, Chemistry is a content-driven, visually stimulating, and media-rich online science resource.
CultureGrams (K-12)
Insiders perspective on daily life, culture, history, customs, and lifestyles of the world. Reports covering 200+ countries, all 50 United States, and the Canadian provinces can be found in: World Edition, Kids Edition, States Edition and Provinces Edition.
EBSCOhost (Educators only)
Academic Search Ultimate, Education Source Complete, & Core Collections. Databases offer professional full-text, peer reviewed articles covering nearly all academic disciplines.
Scholastic FreedomFlix (4-8)
Brings history to life by capturing the dramatic and defining moments in American history and the Ancient Civilizations. Provides 60+ multimedia units to support Core.
Gale Databases (PreK-6-, 7-12, & Educators)
Databases which include multi-media access to full text and peer-reviewed digital content. Also includes Gale In Context - Elementary, Middle and High School Editions.
Learn360 Database (PreK-12 & Educators)
Educational multimedia such as video, audio, maps, activities and STEM resources and printables for students and educators.
MackinVIA (PreK-12 & Educators)
Ebooks and digital audiobooks. A robust collection of popular fiction, nonfiction to support professional growth, learner curiosity and reading for enjoyment.
PebbleGo & PebbleGo Next (PreK-3 & 4-6)
Informational articles to support Core, critical thinking & digital citizenship with ready-made activities. Includes Platinum access to PebbleGo Spanish and Read More eBooks in the Animals and Science modules.
PowerKnowledge, Life, Physical and Space Sciences (3-8)
Science fair projects and experiments, interactive games, scientist profiles, live video feeds and nature cams covering life, physical, Earth, and space sciences.
ScienceFlix (4-8)
Provides 60+ complete units, through movies, interactive features, varied text features, and hands-on activities.
SIRS Issues Researcher (9-12 & Educators)
Provides background and current analysis necessary for research and understanding of 360+ current and pervasive Leading Issues. Analysis and opinions cover the pros, cons, and everything in between on the most researched and debated social issues.
Soundzabound (PreK-12 & Educators)
25 volumes of royalty-free music with audio themes and sound effects for presentations, digital storytelling, TV broadcasts, podcasts and more.
TeachingBooks (PreK-12 & Educators)
A reader's advisory. Author video interviews, book readings, teaching resources, & lesson plans to support student connections for the love of reading and text skills.
Teen Health & Wellness (7-12 & Educators)
A comprehensive curricular database on topics including diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, and mental health. All content is reviewed by leading professionals in medicine, mental health, nutrition, guidance, and career counseling.
Scholastic TrueFlix (3-6)
Combines Scholastic True Books content with reading supports and related videos, images, web links, and text.
TumbleBooks (PreK-6)
A collection of animated picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, and curated reading playlists.
AEA Digital Resources Personalization & Accessibility Guide
This guide supports our users with understanding the full features and functionalities of our Iowa AEA Digital Resources. Given the considerations outlined in this guide, our resources can help students with diverse learning needs by supporting, and in some cases accelerating, their learning by providing the appropriate scaffolding and accessibility options when needed.
AEA & Pear Deck Partnership Update
Iowa’s Area Education Agencies are now offering a partnership with Pear Deck to provide districts a reduced annual subscription rate, running from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. This agreement has ensured districts throughout Iowa have equitable access to Pear Deck at the same per student price, at all student enrollments. The pricing is set based on the number of students from participating districts and schools in Iowa. We have negotiated a price of $1.15 a student.
District & school commitments were due on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Districts will be billed by Grant Wood AEA after July 1, 2024.
Questions?
Contact Mindy Cairney, Grant Wood AEA. Visit the AEA page for more updates and information.
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