Help students learn how loud is too loud. This innovative learning center pairs Califone's best-selling Spirit Multimedia Player/Recorder with a Sound Alert jackbox and six noise reducing headphones. When the volume played through the jackbox exceeds 85dB, its red light flashes, warning students to turn down the potentially dangerous volume level.
The regular price of this system is $444. Save $276 (62% off) with this special bundle!
The teacher-tested Spirit™ supports reading activities, language learning, ESL and ELL/ELD programs associated with the English Language Arts portion of the Common Core State Standards. You'll appreciate the flexibility in a learning center that's equally versatile for music & movement classes or read-alongs in independent study. The two watts of the Spirit are powerful enough for up to 40 people to hear content in a typical room for whole class learning.
Educator tested and proven in libraries and classrooms, it’s ideal for individual and group listening centers, music & story time activities, literacy groups, ELD and ESL language applications.
This bundle includes:
1. A Spirit 1776 Multimedia Player
• Stereo CD/ cassette player / recorder
• AM/FM radio with four speakers loud enough for 40 students
• Headphone jack for individual and group listening center
• Permanently attached 5’ cord for classroom safety
2. Six 2924AVG Monaural Headphones
• 6’ straight cord with 1/4” plug
• Noise-reducing earcups lower ambient noise so volume
does not need to be played at high levels
3. Ten-position Sound Alert jackbox with master volume control
• One year warranty for school use - unlike items purchased from
consumer electronics stores whose warranties would be voided if
used in schools
Minimum system requirements: Spirit 1776
Power Output 2 Watts RMS
Speakers 3” 8 ohms x 2; 2” 8 ohms x 2
Controls Volume, Dynamic Bass Boost
CD Play, Pause, Stop, F Skip, B Skip
Output Jacks 3.5mm stereo earphone jack
Power Requirements AC: 110V, 60Hz, 14W
DC: 12VDC, UM2 (“C”) Batteries (8)
2924AVG
Earcups Ambient noise-reducing earcups
Construction Polypropylene earcups and ABS
plastic headstrap for durabilty
Volume Control None
Plug 1/4”plug
Cord 6 foot straight cord
Headband Adjustable with comfort sling
Ear Cushion Foam-filled leatherette
1285G
Contacts Silver plated for optimal connection
Positions Ten 1/4” headphone jacks
Volume control One master control for all stations
AC adapter Included
Total Weight of System Actual - 16 lbs., shipping - 19 lbs.
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| Lesson Plan Name |
Grades |
| Fit or Fat? |
6 to 8 |
| Students will be involved in a Science and Health lessons that involve nutrition and exercise. They will create Healthy Snacks and exercise profiles for the class. |
| Exploring our World through Video |
2 to 4 |
| I want to allow students to use video to express their lives and the area in which they live. I also would like for them to learn how to use a camera, import video and create great projects using that video. |
| Black History Month Menu/Choice Boards |
5 to 12 |
| •Students will write and create podcasts for a variety of purposes.
•Students will make choices about their learning, using a menu/choice board as a guide.
•Students will conduct guided research to create a variety of podcast projects to communicate their understanding of their research.
•Students will work collaboratively with other researchers in creating interesting podcasts.
•Students will explore literature, music and the lives of people associated with black history month.
•Students will engage in differentiated learning activities based on their interest and their ability. |
| An Entertaining Assignment |
11 to 12 |
| Make a gossip style video about a medieval character and the rules of Courtly Love and Chivalry they have either broken or upheld. Video may be shot using a Flip video camera from the media center and edited using MovieMaker. |
| Reading Rainbow for Second Graders |
2 to 2 |
| Students will collaborate to develop a multimedia presentation based on a theme using a Reading Rainbow format consisting of book summaries, a team documentary, and original writing with illustrations. Teams of students with similar interests would be selected to work together on an eight to nine week project which will allow for differentiated learning opportunities. |
| Greek Mythology Movies |
6 to 6 |
| Students will learn about Greek myths. Then, students create a script based off of a Greek myth, film, and edit their movies. |
| MAD Learn - App Development |
K to 5 |
 (5.0 stars, 1 ratings) Creating an app using MAD Learn: Ideate Phase 1
Brainstorm your amazing app ideas and decide which ones you are most passionate about building. |
| Exploring Ecosystems through Virtual Field Trips |
K to 5 |
(5.0 stars, 1 ratings) Students will explore various ecosystems (forest, ocean, desert, etc.) using virtual field trips, identifying key characteristics of each ecosystem and the plants and animals that live there |
| Learning for Justice Teaching Hard History |
4 to 8 |
(5.0 stars, 1 ratings) Meet and Greet! Cohort Community Building
- Educators will meet their THH Trainers and their other cohort members.
- Educators will begin to build a network of support for engaging in hard history.
- Educators will explore how their identities impact their approach to this work.
8/30/22
8/31/22
“Let’s Talk!” about Racism and Enslavement
- Educators will self-assess their comfortability discussing race and racism with their students.
- Educators will explain how racism and capitalism (greed) are the foundation of the institution of slavery.
- Educators will practice strategies to prepare their students to participate in challenging conversations.
9/13/22
9/14/22
Teaching Hard History 101
- Educators will reflect on language choices that make up THH’s framework and resources.
- Educators will gain the skills to critically analyze resources and practices they use in their classrooms.
- Educators will learn to navigate the resources available through the Learning for Justice website.
9/27/22
9/28/22
The Forgotten Slavery of Our Ancestors: Illuminating Native History
- Educators will reflect on how their curriculum can contribute to the humanity of enslaved peoples.
- Educators will plan for conversations around the histories of Indigenous peoples with their students.
10/11/22
10/12/22
The Cultural Legacies of Enslaved and Free People of African Descent
- Educators will describe the ways in which enslaved people resisted enslavement.
- Educators will understand the cultural legacies created by African Americans as a foundation of American culture.
- Educators will be prepared to help students connect American culture today with the contributions of enslaved and free people of African descent.
10/25/22
10/26/22
Using the Inquiry Design Model to Teach Hard History
- Educators will reflect on the experience of participating in a THH Inquiry Design Model lesson.
- Educators will begin to plan their own Inquiry Design Model using the THH framework.
11/9/22 (Wednesday due to Election Day)
11/9/22
Independent Work Period
- Educators will prepare for their final showcase project and presentation. (Optional office hours will still be available.)
No synchronous meetings during this period.
Giving Light: Disrupting the Continuum of Hard History
- Educators will make connections between the legacy of enslavement and current events and climate.
- Educators will workshop their showcase presentations with one another.
- Educators will reflect on and celebrate their overall experience as a part of the THH cohort.
12/6/22
12/7/22
Showcase
Wednesday 1/11/23
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| Learning for Justice Teaching Hard History |
4 to 8 |
(5.0 stars, 1 ratings) Meet and Greet! Cohort Community Building
- Educators will meet their THH Trainers and their other cohort members.
- Educators will begin to build a network of support for engaging in hard history.
- Educators will explore how their identities impact their approach to this work.
8/30/22
8/31/22
“Let’s Talk!” about Racism and Enslavement
- Educators will self-assess their comfortability discussing race and racism with their students.
- Educators will explain how racism and capitalism (greed) are the foundation of the institution of slavery.
- Educators will practice strategies to prepare their students to participate in challenging conversations.
9/13/22
9/14/22
Teaching Hard History 101
- Educators will reflect on language choices that make up THH’s framework and resources.
- Educators will gain the skills to critically analyze resources and practices they use in their classrooms.
- Educators will learn to navigate the resources available through the Learning for Justice website.
9/27/22
9/28/22
The Forgotten Slavery of Our Ancestors: Illuminating Native History
- Educators will reflect on how their curriculum can contribute to the humanity of enslaved peoples.
- Educators will plan for conversations around the histories of Indigenous peoples with their students.
10/11/22
10/12/22
The Cultural Legacies of Enslaved and Free People of African Descent
- Educators will describe the ways in which enslaved people resisted enslavement.
- Educators will understand the cultural legacies created by African Americans as a foundation of American culture.
- Educators will be prepared to help students connect American culture today with the contributions of enslaved and free people of African descent.
10/25/22
10/26/22
Using the Inquiry Design Model to Teach Hard History
- Educators will reflect on the experience of participating in a THH Inquiry Design Model lesson.
- Educators will begin to plan their own Inquiry Design Model using the THH framework.
11/9/22 (Wednesday due to Election Day)
11/9/22
Independent Work Period
- Educators will prepare for their final showcase project and presentation. (Optional office hours will still be available.)
No synchronous meetings during this period.
Giving Light: Disrupting the Continuum of Hard History
- Educators will make connections between the legacy of enslavement and current events and climate.
- Educators will workshop their showcase presentations with one another.
- Educators will reflect on and celebrate their overall experience as a part of the THH cohort.
12/6/22
12/7/22
Showcase
Wednesday 1/11/23
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