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The Harlem Renaissance: Individualism and Community Pride

The Harlem Renaissance: Individualism and Community Pride Developed by Katie Reeve, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grades 4-5, Library, Design-Thinking) In this lesson Grade 4-5 students will be introduced to the Harlem Renaissance. It will...

Unsung: Using AR to Better Understand the Harlem Renaissance

Unsung: Using AR to Better Understand the Harlem Renaissance Developed by Katie Reeve, PCM Play Practicum 2023(FOCUS: Grades 4-5, Library, Design-Thinking) In this lesson, grades 4-5 students will deepen their understanding of the Harlem Renaissance by exploring the...

Balloons Over Broadway

Balloons Over Broadway Developed by Ann Toole, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 2, Science, Speaking & Listening) Based on the text, Balloons Over Broadway, students will attempt to solve Tony Sarg’s problem of how to make the...

Building a Bridge

Building a Bridge Developed by Ann Toole, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023 (FOCUS: Grade 2, Science) Students will use a QR code to access Google Earth to view a slideshow showing several bridges around the world and in Rhode Island. Accompanying...

Building a Structure

Building a Structure Developed by Elizabeth McLellan, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 2, Reading, Math, Science, STEAM) In this lesson, students will learn the steps behind building a building.   Materials to gather Various Books about...

Sphere Interactions

Sphere Interactions Developed by Shannon McLaughlin​, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 5, Earth Science, Invention Literacy, Design Thinking) Students will explore Earth’s spheres and how they are connected. They will learn about...
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PCM has brought the magic of learning to life for over 40 years. As a trusted resource for families and children in southern New England, PCM is an anchor in our community.

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