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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:30 PM EST

Hello Denis @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal my friend

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:31 PM EST

Don't give up on chats yet #kidsdeserveit Come over to #makeitreal and join in

ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:31 PM EST

This is Melissa from Katy TX #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:31 PM EST

HI!! How's texas these days? #makeitreal

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EricEwald_Iowa Feb 8 @ 9:32 PM EST

Now is more important than ever to let the world know why you #LoveTeaching - Mark your calendar. #kidsdeserveit #MakeItReal #JoyfulLeaders

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:32 PM EST

It's 60 here, but will be 30 tomorrow, with 8 inches of snow. super fun! #makeitreal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hey Baby! Hey Baby! Hey! Spiri from PA, getting ready for some fresh powder :) #snowday #makeitreal

JaimeABart Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hi everyone! Jaime from Indiana with my unhealthy love for Joe Biden! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

Woohoo! The #gifgirl is here! Happy to see you on this Snow Day Eve #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

#MakeItReal I am dreaming of 60

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hi! It's Thomas, Third Grade Teach, from NC! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:33 PM EST

AWesome! Thanks for coming back to #makeitreal

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vbordano Feb 8 @ 9:34 PM EST

Veronica from San Antonio☺️ #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:34 PM EST

#MakeItReal Hey girlfriend!

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:34 PM EST

Welcome! #makeitreal

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EHSMrsJ Feb 8 @ 9:34 PM EST

💥So excited for #MakeItReal tonight, gonna be snaptastic! Julie in KS, addicted to reading, snapping, & tweeting! https://t.co/bzEQ7b2ArS

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:34 PM EST

HI Veronica! Welcome to the gif/meme/snap show! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:35 PM EST

#MakeItReal Hey friend!

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SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:35 PM EST

Laura, HS Eng & Technology coach from MO here! We don't have any snow...just cold. Good ole MO weather: 70 yesterday & 30 today. #MakeItReal

EricEwald_Iowa Feb 8 @ 9:35 PM EST

Eric Ewald. PreK-6 Principal in Iowa. Here for #makeitreal chat. #BookSnaps

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:35 PM EST

Just started snapping too! Did #superbowlsnaps during the game! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:35 PM EST

sounds like us today, only definitely getting snow later tonight #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1: Gifs: Share your favorites! And how have you used Gifs successfully in your classroom? #MakeItReal

RACzyz Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

Rich from NJ/PA! #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

Whaaat? We dance like that! Get it girl! Go on! #makeitreal

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sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

Scott from NJ checking in for another #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

love this one! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1: sometimes Gifs make curiosity visible. Math images are great! #makeitreal

vbordano Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1 used gifs to explain themes in novels #makeitreal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

heyyyy #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

Got an example? #makeitreal

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MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

Good evening #MakeItReal friends...Todd from NY...LATE! Send me to the corner! 🤣

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:37 PM EST

RT Q1 #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1: Gifs: Share your favorites! And how have you used Gifs successfully in your classroom? #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:38 PM EST

Only go there if that's where you keep your gif supply #makeitreal

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sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1 How have I not thought of this yet? I'm listening... #MakeItReal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:38 PM EST

Always here to support you pal <3, Im so excited about the snow! I cant sleep...#BringIt #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

Here are two ways you can make your own gifs! https://t.co/WLGJEs4z5a https://t.co/tok8CP4BqV #MakeItReal

MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

I'm on my way...I'm loaded!🤣 #MakeItReal

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themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

I use this 4 #Alabama games. I also use gifs and memes in my opening day PowerPoint. It makes the kids laugh and its memorable #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1 #MakeItReal Gifs in class blogs- I put a new one up on smart board to inspire students daily

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: Curing test anxiety! Make testing less stressful by sharing humorous and relevant. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1 tough to describe this, much easier to see with gifs #makeitreal #mathchat

sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:40 PM EST

Ha! This is a great idea!! I'm dying laughing #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:40 PM EST

From engaging Ss with humor to illustrating a point. Gifs are great #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:40 PM EST

We sing Phinneas & Ferb Theme when we clean up & transition "Hey Ferb what are we gonna do today?" Or "Where's Perry?" #MakeItReal

MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: don't have a classroom but use them with Ts on Twitter & in emails (more like memes then I guess!). Lightens the mood! #MakeItReal

MaureenDano Feb 8 @ 9:40 PM EST

#MakeItReal Maureen from NJ. Let students create a GIF to show their takeaway of a lesson, or a character's thoughts or feelings #gif

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

#stuckinthe90s #makeitreal He's so adorbs!

JaimeABart Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1 Making a dramatic announcement #makeitreal

sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

That's what I was just thinking! Make you're own. Kids will LOVE it. #MakeItReal

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MisterMarkTV Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

Mark from Texas joning. It was 85 in Houston today... #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1: don't forget to show Ss how to make them. They can creatively submit solutions or ideas with them #makeitreal

themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:41 PM EST

Plus I look "cool" LOL #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

What does it all MEME? Question 2, coming up in one minute! #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

@ChouinardJahant At least we dont dance like Elaine! Ha! #stuckinthe90s #makeitreal

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SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1: I haven't used gifs in class, but I'm 1:1 now, so I will be and having Ss make some too. #makeitreal

MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

but how well can you mimic his voice?😉🤣 #MakeItReal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1 Safety Rule reminder -what not to do- Beaker has many many examples #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:42 PM EST

Sounds great. I'd take 85 over the shoveling I'll do tomorrow #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:43 PM EST

Q2: Meme Theme: Share your favorites! And how have you used Memes successfully in your classroom? #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:43 PM EST

And let them search and find some too. those can inspire creativity. #makeitreal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:43 PM EST

I Love GIFs, but never made one...anyone try https://t.co/sJTKowh3HB? Hmmmm... #makeitreal

themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:43 PM EST

I also send gifs to Ss in emails as stickers for good work. They love it. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2: Try this one out in your social studies classroom! Ss make exec orders, then defend them! #MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

Cant forget this one...this one's just for you...you know who you are! #makeitreal

JaimeABart Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2 this is hanging above the turning baskets, BIG problem this year #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

#MakeItReal or....

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SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

Probably start out with the searching for first time I use as assignment. Create a gif can be next step. #MakeItReal

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sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

This amazing! You're proving we can use GIFs for anything. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:44 PM EST

I've used that and just https://t.co/9XC5sgHATT too. easy and fun! MAde this one about monday mornings #makeitreal

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2: Multiplication! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:45 PM EST

When 900 facts you reach, know this much, you will not. :) #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:45 PM EST

#MakeItReal Get the quick idea of the day through relevance- memes are pop culture- best way to engage quickly

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:43 PM EST

Q2: Meme Theme: Share your favorites! And how have you used Memes successfully in your classroom? #MakeItReal

EHSMrsJ Feb 8 @ 9:45 PM EST

A2: My big kids & I like to discuss what qualifies as a meme, origins, definition, etc. They taught me 'what in tarnation,' too! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: Make any meme you want with this generator!! https://t.co/bQi9J3Lgtz #makeitreal

themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: I use memegenerator and post all the time. The kids love it and I love making them. I use it to preview the next lesson. #makeitreal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:46 PM EST

mindblowing right?? I'm loving it #makeitreal

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MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2:usethem namely in emails w/ Ts or on agendas for meetings, etc. Humor is disarming and memes speak better than words often. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:47 PM EST

My 5th graders get FIRED UP about politics! Many would love this idea. #MakeItReal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:47 PM EST

But of course! #MakeItReal

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:47 PM EST

I'm addicted #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2: Use Meme Generator as an Exit Ticket. Like This #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:48 PM EST

it's the "defend them"part that makes it great. #makeitreal

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SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2: Thanks to #DitchSummit & @SenorG, I do Meme Mondays! Ss create a meme over most recent story. #makeitreal Ex:

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2 #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:49 PM EST

Great example!! #makeitreal

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MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:49 PM EST

with #alternativefacts 🤣🤣🤣 #MakeItReal

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:49 PM EST

Yes!! Best ever #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2: Thanks to #DitchSummit & @SenorG, I do Meme Mondays! Ss create a meme over most recent story. #makeitreal Ex:
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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:50 PM EST

Question 3 snaps into place in 1 minute ! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

Q3: Snaps+++: How have you used Snapchat and other social media tools successfully in your classroom? #MakeItReal #superbowlsnaps #bookshaps

JaimeABart Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

A2.2 not sure if these would be memes but I use bitmoji in our online agenda. Ss get a kick out of it! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

#makeitreal

MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

A2.1: my fave! #princessbride #inigomontoyarules #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

Bitmoji are an excellent way to give feedback, badges, and stickers! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:51 PM EST

#MakeItReal this one I hear at least 10 times a day- especially now that my tables are arranged in triangles

cpoole27 Feb 8 @ 9:52 PM EST

I love using Bitmoji Jaime! #MakeItReal

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themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:52 PM EST

#MakeItReal

themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:48 PM EST

#kidsdeserveit

sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:52 PM EST

A2 Yes... Yes... That is me... notice the difference in hair. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:52 PM EST

nice. and great #growthmindset word..."yet" #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3 Never underestimate the value of pure satire as well. Demotivators are great for that! #makeitreal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3: Used SNAP to create student led/made examples for forces in motion!!! With our Spheros #makeitreal

EHSMrsJ Feb 8 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3: It's all about the #vocabsnaps, which they can create in Snapchat OR in @Seesaw! https://t.co/IHb6uENWSt #MakeItReal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:53 PM EST

Love dancing GIFs, this one make me happy #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:53 PM EST

A3: Using #mathsnaps, #booksnaps, and more is a great way to let Ss be creative and take pride in their work #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

#MakeItReal Still makes them laugh- ask? Fur, beneficial adaptation

themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

#MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

A3: Also use Vines as exit tickets. Super short vids force concise and accurate language #makeitreal

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

Hallelujah! I've been praying for snow! #LetItSnow #makeitreal

EricEwald_Iowa Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

A3: Have started dabbling w/#BookSnaps to share my learning from my prof. reading - #makeitreal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:55 PM EST

#makeitreal

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SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: Started creating #BookSnaps recently & taught Ts. Plan to try one w/Ss as hmwork, since Ss can't use social media in class.#MakeItReal

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 9:55 PM EST

LOL...I actually snorted with this one! Hilarious! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: Got @TaraMartinEDU to watch the superbowl for the first time with #superbowlsnaps #makeitreal

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cpoole27 Feb 8 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: Using Snapchat to create #booksnaps have really been taking off! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:56 PM EST

too bad they don't teach the @Subway guys about this with cheese. #makeitreal

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sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3 Used @TaraMartinEDU #superbowlsnaps idea with SB commercial this week for a writing prompt. Huge success #MakeItReal

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MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3:use Twitter to communicate with my grade level and my AP students (coordinate). Also Link Crew coordinator- lots of sharing! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:57 PM EST

NIce. Way to extend the big game past Sunday! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 8 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thank you Denis @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal great chat!

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themaurywood Feb 8 @ 9:57 PM EST

#MakeItReal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:58 PM EST

Please explain #booksnaps please #MakeItReal

cpoole27 Feb 8 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: Using Snapchat to create #booksnaps have really been taking off! #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 Feb 8 @ 9:58 PM EST

How do you implement #mathsnaps in your classroom? This is intriguing me #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 9:59 PM EST

I love @RecapThat for short vids as self-reflection or exit ticket. I get to set the time length limit. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:54 PM EST

A3: Also use Vines as exit tickets. Super short vids force concise and accurate language #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:59 PM EST

This was a ton of fun #makeitreal Thanks for sharing your Gifs, Memes and Snaps and giving me new ideas for teaching with them!

MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3.1: Snapchat is maybe next frontier. Would also like to see Instragram- pic essays, pic responses to ?s, etc. #MakeItReal

martianteacher Feb 8 @ 9:59 PM EST

I want to know too! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 10:00 PM EST

It's the new "show your work." easy to annotate. Can pic their paper and share with Group of Ss #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 10:00 PM EST

also a great way for Ss to ask Qs about probs and submit in Google classroom #makeitreal

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 10:00 PM EST

awesome!! #MakeItReal

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sdtitmas Feb 8 @ 10:01 PM EST

Always a great chat! Stay warm & safe tomorrow. #MakeItReal

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itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 10:02 PM EST

Such a fun night #makeitreal friends, @MathDenisNJ you are the BEST, always put a smile on my face :) Night night and enjoy your snow day

cpoole27 Feb 8 @ 10:02 PM EST

hey Thomas heres a post by @TaraMartinEDU Shes pro at them! https://t.co/hAaKJ3dAhp some good videos explaining #MakeItReal

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MrRussoRH Feb 8 @ 10:02 PM EST

Thanks @MathDenisNJ and #MakeItReal friends for gif-tastic and meme-orable chat tonight! Party on!

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 10:02 PM EST

what an amazing chat....it was soo much fun and learned a lot!!! #MakeItReal

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martianteacher Feb 8 @ 10:03 PM EST

thanks!!! Gonna check her out!!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @cpoole27, @TaraMartinEDU

itsmeSpiri Feb 8 @ 10:03 PM EST

You too Scott :) Cant wait to go sledding! #MakeItReal

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cpoole27 Feb 8 @ 10:05 PM EST

she is awesome! #MakeItReal

In reply to @martianteacher, @TaraMartinEDU

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 8 @ 10:05 PM EST

Great chat as always! Have a great Thursday! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 10:06 PM EST

#makeitreal

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MaureenDano Feb 8 @ 10:07 PM EST

These are great @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: Got @TaraMartinEDU to watch the superbowl for the first time with #superbowlsnaps #makeitreal
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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 8 @ 10:09 PM EST

check out our #makeitreal chat tonight. It's full of ideas

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MaureenDano Feb 8 @ 10:12 PM EST

Some really great ideas tonight! I'll have to try #booksnaps next if I figure out how! 😆#makeitreal @MathDenisNJ

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