If you use Google Chrome as your browser with students, there are a few Google extensions that I would recommend having them (and yourself!) download that are pretty awesome If you click on the name of the extension, you will be directed to the Chrome Store where you can download them. Remember, you will need to log into your Chrome Browser to be able to access your extensions and apps.
This extension allows you to push online sites and resources to your students' browsers as they are working in a specific class. It syncs through Google Classroom. Again, n order for it to work, they must also have the extension. You can also add resources right to your Google Classroom for that subject. I really like this extension because it keeps a record for students of all the resources you have shared with them in each subject that they can access whenever they need it. My explanation is not doing this amazing extension justice!
2. Google Tone
Similar to the first extension, Google Tone allows you to share URLs (websites) with students. However, this extension works by playing an audible tone that other computers pick up. Students must have this extensions on their chrome browsers in order for this to work. This extensions does not keep track of URLs shared, and does not link to Google Classroom. However, it is really handy for kids who struggle to navigate to the correct page! Would be a good way to quickly send students to a site for an exit pass or activity during class to minimize transition times.
3. Diigo
This extension is less for the classroom and more for teacher time-saving. Diigo is a bookmarking extension, that allows you to quickly save sites that you might want to use for later. It is easy to do because all you have to do is click on the extension, tag the site and it is saved for you for later. There are way more features that that, but definitely worth checking out. I use it a lot when I am planning a new unit and want to keep track of resources.
4. Chromevox
This is an accessibility tool. What it does is read all of the text on your Google Chrome, including your Google docs, slides, etc. While the default voice is a tad annoying, this extension is great for students who struggle to be independent in class because of their reading level. It will read their search results etc.
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