#TLAP Archive

#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.

Monday February 26, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ ☠️ WELCOME TO #TLAP - LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED! ☠️ TAKE A MOMENT TO INTRODUCE YOURSELF, AND GROW YOUR PLN! ☠️BONUS POINTS FOR GIFS & BITMOJIS! ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ @burgessdave
  • TaniaDriskill Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Teach like a pirate and help students understand ionic and covalent bonds with this medical room transformation lesson! #tlap #thewildcard @hopekingteach @burgessdave https://t.co/YwPnC6hjui
  • spiralEDU Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Dream with me: what does your Vision of the future look like? https://t.co/lO8RdnPZed #edcamp #tlap #learnlap #leadlap #immooc #edtech #edtechafterdark #whatif
  • StephDill92 Feb 26 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Steph Dill trying to multi task tonight. Walking on the treadmill and following the chat. Slow pace, 3.0. But I'm moving. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    ✨Hi, #TLAP Crew! I'm Kimberly from Nebraska. I teach 7th grade ELA!✨
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Jason from ND. I teach K-5 PE #TLAP
  • Meems852 Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hello #tlap!! Amy from Frederick, MD 8th Grade American History!!
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Good evening #tlap. Looking forward to a great chat.
  • MrsAsztalos Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hello #tlap Melissa, 7th Grade Science, from Upstate NY climbing aboard ready to set sail!!!
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    I do not do bitmoji but I will be chatting away. Brent from Magrath Alberta. Brain full of learning goodness. #tlap
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi, everyone! I'm Kris and I teach PreK in Hutchinson,KS #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Pumped to have @KimSnodgrass here to host #tlap starting right NOW!!! Thank you for joining us!! #LearnLAP Get your hooks out for tonight's topic!!
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan from IL, business & tech teacher ready for an amazing room transformation tomorrow and start of my favorite project Funko Pop Elevator Pitch. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi, Steph! Nice work! #TLAP
    In reply to @StephDill92
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Wohooo!!!! Ready!!! #TLAP
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Good evening, #tlap crew!
  • SmithteachesK Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hello! I'm Nicki Smith, K teacher at Bellview Elementary in Pensacola, FL. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Welcome, Chad! #tlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Is this a Tide commercial? #TLAP
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    1st grade teacher from Topeka, KS! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    @PaulSolarz ... @teresagross625 made me think that Write Like a Pirate might be something cool...? #WLAP #LeadLAP #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Yay! It's Melissa! #TLAP
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • heathercalvert Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hey #tlap! Heather, elementary principal from KS!
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi, Amy! #TLAP
    In reply to @Meems852
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi ya'll. Nathan here from Nashville. Tech integrator and makerspace coordinator. #TLAP
  • JoveStickel Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hello I’m Jove MS Principal from MO #TLAP
  • robinrenee Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    I'm Robin an Instructional Technology Specialist at a middle school in Texas #tlap
  • SFMSBen Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ben, AP @SouthForsythMS in Forsyth County, GA #tlap
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Kristin 7th grade science from MA! #tlap
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Great to be with #tlap tonight. Call me excited!!
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Amy from Kansas. I teach 5th! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi #tlap! Tamara, tech integrator from VA, happy to be here tonight!
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Phil from Northern Virginia signing in! I teach 7th grade US History II. #tlap
  • bmilla84 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Brandi- 1st Grade Teacher @CaldwellElemen in Florida! #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Welcome to #TLAP Chad! Glad you made it! #TLAP
    In reply to @chadw675
  • msyoung114 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi #tlap crew, I'm Heather, Seattle area and Kindergarten teacher
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hey #tlap!! Melissa, Elementary Principal in Pensacola FL!
  • JadeEmmonsMU Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jade from WV! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Oh, yes! Love it, Jason! #TLAP
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi my name is Krista from Topeka, KS! I teach 4th grade! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi, Tamara!! #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jenni from Kansas, SPED teacher #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #tlap Jennifer Roy from Upstate NY!
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Howdy #tlap Matt from TX. K-5 Art!
  • jbazil Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Let's do this!!! Jamie from Kansas....Kinder teacher here!! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Alisha, ELA, KS #tlap
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Howdy. Doing a #tlap book group at school and teachers are loving the book!
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi, Robin! #TLAP
    In reply to @robinrenee
  • BonKramer Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #tlap Bonnie from western Iowa here tonight.
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hello everyone. Mariana Garcia Serrato MS #STEM Teacher form San Jose, CA #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi, Kris!! #tlap
    In reply to @PreK33, @KimSnodgrass
  • Mrs_Collier_6 Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Jen here....Instructional Coach #LeadingWithEnthusiasm
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Craig from PA. HPE coordinator in Centennial SD. #TLAP
  • kristi_daws Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    ✨Kristi✨ #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jove! Perfect GIF! BONUS POINTS! #TLAP
    In reply to @JoveStickel
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Robin, 2nd grade T from Denver, CO #tlap
  • KamRenae Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Kam from Hardin, Montana joining #tlap chat as we finish up #IMMOOC I am a special educator of 20+ years at the middle school level!!
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Good evening everyone! Sue Tonnesen checking in from Vancouver Island 🇨🇦 I am an Elementary Principal spreading kindness as much as I can...#TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Good to see you in #tlap, Mariana!
    In reply to @MarianaGSerrato
  • RichHayzler Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Really pumped to be leading next week's #learnlap chat! Looking forward to a very "curious" conversation! Hope to see you there! #tlap #leadlap #kidsdeserveit #culturize #peqpantherpd @burgessdave @BethHouf @PaulSolarz @burgess_shelley @JayBilly2 @MathDenisNJ @casas_jimmy
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi Gretchen from KY joining in. #tlap
  • historycomics Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi all - I teach HS social studies and analytical reading/writing through comics and pop culture. #tlap
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hey #TLAP crew! Matt, 4th grade from NY - looking forward to a great chat!
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi, Nathan! Love it GIF! #TLAP
    In reply to @njkraai
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Heather, kindergarten teacher from CT! Running over from #LearnLap! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Welcome Nicki! I used to live in FWB - just a hop, skip and jump from you! #tlap
    In reply to @SmithteachesK
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi, Bonnie! #tlap
    In reply to @BonKramer
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi #tlap! I’m Katie, first grade teacher from Pensacola, FL!
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    You get my vote for most creative :) #TLAP
    In reply to @Artguy76
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Adam. An actor whose been cast as a HS math teacher for 19+ years. I fooled 'em all so far! Hudson, OH #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Welcome to #tlap tonight, Dierdre!!
    • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
      Dierdre Baker here! I’m the Digital Learning Specialist for my PreK-6 schools.
      In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • coachjmsmith Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Good evening everyone! Jason, HS Chemistry/Physic teacher from Indiana #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi, Heather! Yay for tweeps from the Midwest! #TLAP
    In reply to @heathercalvert
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hey #tlap its good to see all off you. I'm Jay, elementary principal from NJ here to have some fun
  • AmandaSopko Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Happy Monday from OH! I teach 6th grade math and STEM. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi, Emma! #TLAP
    In reply to @miss_ginder, @burgessdave
  • MrsGuerrero307 Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hello everyone! Grade 4 teacher from Frisco, TX! #tlap
  • sesrock1979 Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Sarah-ELA-Home of Husker Nation. #TLAP
  • sbentonteach Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hello! Stacy, 2nd grade in Tennessee #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Glad you're here, Jason! #tlap
    In reply to @coachjmsmith
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Nneka here from @tjbaSTEAM Since our 8th graders want to have a Harry Potter theme week, #tlap, I thought...
  • yassinisara Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Sara from WI #tlap
  • DR_SIPPI Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Alfred, professor from Mississippi. #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi Dave! Looking forward to a fab chat tonight with @KimSnodgrass at the helm! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @KimSnodgrass
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    OKAY... SHE'S HERE! THE PARTY CAN START NOW! #TLAP
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Jay!! Yes!! #tlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Always glad to be here :) #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • techteach4kids Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi everyone! AnnMarie, fourth grade teacher, from Wisconsin. #tlap
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    👋🏻 Crystal, from the Show Me here! #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi, Andrea! #TLAP
    In reply to @miss_keck
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Thanks for being here, Stacy! #tlap
    In reply to @sbentonteach
  • jesspatti29 Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hello #tlap community! I am Jessica from MA!! #melroseps #melrosetlap
  • specialtechie Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hey #tlap Thought of you guys today listening to #gttribe @GTeacherTribe #googlelap :)
  • khoggardGRT Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hey guys Kelly from VB #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q1 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @KimSnodgrass
  • bigtechcoach Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Keith George, Alabama State Department of Education #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi, Sara! #tlap
    In reply to @yassinisara
  • StephDill92 Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Just up the road from you in Westminster. EL SPED T in Jeffco #tlap
    In reply to @robin_schuh
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Caren, librarian, North Carolina #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    YAY! It's Ryan! #TLAP
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hello #tlap! I'm Stephanie- fifth grade teacher in North Carolina!
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Val, 1st grade from WI. Looks like I need to get goin' on my Bitmoji game... #tlap
  • gvtechteach Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    First question. #nkcchat #bmoreedchat #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    I'm loving all the familiar faces from tonight's #IMMOOC chat hopping into #tlap! So great!
  • lifeismaikai Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Happy Monday #tlap crew! Kimberly, instructional coach from Maui, Hawaii!
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi, Kristin! #TLAP
    In reply to @PreK33, @burgessdave
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi all, I'm a #diglitclass ESL T from Israel. Since it's 4am here, my pun is.. #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Oh wow. Thanks #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Good evening everyone. John, Principal from suburban Chicago here tonight #TLAP
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi, sweet lady!! #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi, Brent! Glad you are here! #TLAP
    In reply to @mrbgilson
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Always good stuff!! Hi, Pam! #tlap
    In reply to @specialtechie, @GTeacherTribe
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hey #tlap! Stella from KY joining in. I teach 7th Grade Science
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    So happy to see you here in #tlap, Sue! Love how you inspire others with kindness!
    In reply to @SueTonnesen
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    #tlap #IHMarchMadness 1St grade teacher, Kansas
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Welcome, Jessica! #tlap
    In reply to @jesspatti29
  • Math3203 Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Good evening from surprisingly snowless upstate NY :) . 8th Grade math #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hi, Val! #tlap
    In reply to @VjohnsonEDU
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Kimberly is such a great name! #TLAP
    In reply to @lifeismaikai
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    I’m Kennidy from Spartanburg, SC. I am a student at Converse College. I want to teach 1st grade. #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Welcome!! #tlap
    In reply to @MissPthatsMeee
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hey there #tlap!! Craig from NJ here, excited to participate tonight
  • loliveira55 Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hi everyone. My name is Luis and I’m an ELL HS teacher and tech coach from RI. #tlap
  • AmesAngels Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hello everyone, Carmen from Madison checking in for some great conversations. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    A1. Flexible seating ALWAYS. Snow ball fights, side room discussions. Four corners, scavenger hunts, #breakoutedu #tlap
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hey! How have you been?Nice to see you in the Twitterverse. #tlap
    In reply to @MarianaGSerrato, @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hi, Tamara! Glad you're here! I hope you had a great day! #TLAP
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • KSCoffeeTeacher Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Hi! Krystle from Alabama. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    ✨A1: People Prop Hook👇 ✨ #TLAP https://t.co/LShML4pODd
  • Dale_Chu Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    HAPPENING NOW: @KimSnodgrass hosting a conversation on student engagement. Follow along at #TLAP!
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: In my class we have a lot of group discussions. I only have my kids about 60 minutes a day so that role leading discussions in my JH class is probably it. #tlap In my elem past I had student councils and student news crews #TLAP
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: I don't have traditional flexible seating. I simply have no seating chart at all. Ss can move to wherever they like, whenever. The way we work simply encourages kids to move about as they learn. #TLAP
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Mariah from Liberal, KS! Peoples face when I say I teach middle school. 👇🏼Teach 7th ELA! #tlap
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Thanks! #tlap
    In reply to @Shapiro_WTHS
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Hi, Krystle! #tlap
    In reply to @KSCoffeeTeacher
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Ronald Fisher 4th Grade Teacher Northern Utah... We finally got snow... #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    LOL! WOW! All the way from Israel! WELCOME TO #TLAP !
    In reply to @supervxn
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Crystal, behavior Interventionist from the show me state here! #tlap
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: We use movement through Kagan structures. My favorite is creating lip-dubs, mini-music videos, to awesome learning! #tlap
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1) HAHA...easy one for me! We move all day everyday in my ‘Exercise Sciences Lab’ #TLAP
  • JoveStickel Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1 please share away. I want to know what all of you are doing any admin have any neat things they are doing in their buildings along these lines #TLAP
  • MrsGuerrero307 Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: Our 4th grade team recently reenacted the impact of railroads on Texas. Ss chose to be cattle, Native Americans, settlers coming to Texas, buffalo, farmers, ranchers, etc. They were engaged and learning at the same time! #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • HillMrispo Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    #TLAP A1 I love putting students in leadership positions in learning stations. I hand select students who excel at a skill and let them lead their peers!
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    hahahahaha! #tlap
    In reply to @mwaysrms
  • jskyoaks Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Jon Bonneville..principal Burnsville MN #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: Innovative way I did recently was start tap dancing to @GetKahoot music and it got the students moving and more excited. #tlap
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I LOVE movement. We used dance moves to talk about money today. Penny shuffles, Nickel slides, dime drops, and quarter sings! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: Daily warmups on the blacktop (with weather permitting) we do a quick stretch and movement to get ready for our day! #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • kristi_daws Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: Brain Breaks with music! If the teacher starts to dance 💃🏽 then the students will dance. #TLAP
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I have a vocabulary game I play with my kids for the weekly homework. They can't talk but have to show me the meaning of the word. Not gonna lie, its a great laugh. Ss are silly but get it. It also lets other see the meaning if they don't get it. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Can anyone join? #tlap
    In reply to @riveraab, @AnneLHHawk, @BakCitySchools, @LKwon80, @MarkALuque, @lalalu2008, @casas_jimmy, @burgessdave, @aaron_hogan
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Thanks, Tamara! #TLAP
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @burgessdave
  • SmithteachesK Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 We are constantly on the move in kindergarten. One of the ways I use movement to engage is songs and movement to teach content such as skip counting. #tlap
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    #TLAP A1: I threw a marker at a kid today. JK...that was yesterday. Anyways, Ss regularly go to the board on their own in my class...to demonstrate, ask, respond, etc. It's encouraged and praised! ANY time S needs to stand, go ahead and pace the back of the classroom.
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MrsRamsey512 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Tayler Ramsey : 4th 5th 6th grade teacher in Overland Park, KS #tlap
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hey #tlap joining in from Pittsburgh, I teach Spanish and a course in STEAM about emerging tech and #AR #VR #AI
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: When we are going over an era of history or an instructional practice that my students tell me they know a lot about, I tell them that they will be my content experts. Helps them feel empowered to help guide others through challenging areas. #tlap
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Happy Monday! I'm HS math & write about STEM integration #tlap
  • Meems852 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 I try to do challenges that get them up and moving! Tomorrow I am doing an Amazing Race where Ss will have to create everything from dances to instagram stories! I also love incorporating lots of STEM! #tlap
  • lifeismaikai Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Iʻd say so.... and let me guess Kimberly Ann ?#tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I see teachers in my building getting kids moving around the room, allowing them to do work where ever comfortable (e.g. floor, on the rugs, etc.). We also have flexible seating in rooms so students can move as they sit. Has made a big difference. #tlap
  • StephDill92 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: working on phonetic awareness with minders we jump for each syllable, move along a brick road taking a step for each syllable.Anything to get their brains and body moving. #TLAP
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 - We get up every 10 or so minutes and either do fitnesss dice, hand tag, musical positivity or a student choice. Never more than 15 minutes seated. Bad for the body and brain. #tlap
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Totally relate! #TLAP
    In reply to @mwaysrms
  • Mrs_Collier_6 Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    #TLAP Try "Move Your Bum"...every time the person in the middle of the circle makes a statement...anyone who agrees/or has similar answer has to get up and "move their bum" to another seat.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Get them moving!! Love it, Marci! #tlap
    In reply to @MarciGudenkauf
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    a1 My Ss are seated in teams with assigned roles. They work like mini-departments & I'm CEO. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Oh my goodness! That's exactly how #TLAP goes! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT! #TLAP
    In reply to @MiddletonEdTech, @burgessdave
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 Scavenger Hunts, QRCode scans, Conga Lines, stations, hallway field trips!!! #tlap
  • KSCoffeeTeacher Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    I’ve been meaning to tell you that I’ve been begging Nate to get you back in Mobile! We need some Pirate love! So many new, fierce educators! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    I use movement to try to keep students guessing about what will happen next, to keep them from being bored and ready to see what's about to happen. An example coming to mind is acting out molecules in matter. #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Whole brain teaching through movement is great, too! #tlap
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 Play the zumba music and get them dancing to get started sometimes, also through charades in Spanish and other gestures to indicate meaning #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Every year I read From Head To Toe by Eric Carle and my kinder kids act out all of the animal movements in the story. It is always one of their favorite read alouds all year! We act out stories whenever possible! Gives a new meaning to "active" reading! #tlap
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    First of all @KimSnodgrass makes great chat graphics and gifs. I'm enjoying this immensely @burgessdave #tlap
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Pose questions or statements - sides of the room represent answers =>”Agree, Dosagree, Wait and See” -No wrong answer=> Ss verbalize their reasoning #TLAP
  • Hudsonwife16 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hey #Tlap Shawna comin' to you from not so sunny Arizona.....brrrrr
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • Math3203 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) One of the best lesson and most "fun" lessons all year was a relay race to solve multiple step equations. Split class into 3 teams and put 3 chart apers in front of room. Every 30 seconds bell rings and they have to stop and tag out from teammate in back of room. #tlap
  • hollykvalentine Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: at the end of a lesson have students create 3 movements - each to symbolize something important from the lesson #tlap
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Evening, running late! IMOOC was a bit later tonight 😀 Linda Edwards Toronto 🇨🇦 #TLAP
  • raspberryberet3 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Shelly, coach from Toronto. #tlap
  • MrsAsztalos Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 If I sense the energy is down I add something to get them up. I like 4 Corners, find a partner, or a quick pair-up. I also let them move when they need to w/o questioning them. #tlap
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Breakout Edu is always a BLAST for my 2nd graders! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: I love teaching kids songs and movements... and with flex seating we move all the time in our Innovation Lab! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • msyoung114 Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: I use a lot of movement in K, they need to get up and move! However, most of my movement is in taking breaks, transitioning, re-setting...this gives me something to think about in terms of a "hook" (and are my kids moving as much as my flailing around self is) #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • msturkintexas Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hi — I’m back! I’m Emily, teaching 2nd down in Texas 🍎 #TLAP
  • crystaslaughter Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Running late! Crystal, Instructional Technology Coordinator, from Malden, MO. #TLAP
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    @burgessdave @burgess_shelley I'm an Award-winning author who goes undercover substitute teaching! @teresagross625 encouraged me to think seriously about sharing WriteLikeAPirate #WLAP somehow...? #mglit YAlit #kidlit #TLAP
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Make your classroom environment a place where students feel comfortable moving whenever they need to. Plus throwing stuff all over the floor occasionally helps. #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    That's legit! #TLAP
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Q1: I love the idea of games in every subject that involve moving and being active. I especially love (for my Early Childhood friends) music videos that you can dance and learn to. #TLAP
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. Answering questions, activities, choice of flexible seating, working with partners and moving around during activities and breaks. #tlap
  • JoveStickel Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Share your ways #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Ahhh! Well then you will be glad to know she has a guest post on that going on my blog this week!! #tlap Giving away her secrets!
    In reply to @JayBilly2, @KimSnodgrass
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1b: I use to do daily movement with my former Kinders during start of class, really got them motivated for the #STEAM enrichment lessons. #tlap #gafe4littles
  • jbazil Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 In Kinder we are CONSTANTLY moving! We use Kagan and GoNoodle as well as creative transitions to hold their attention while completing tasks. #IHMarchMadness #tlap #realedu #Kinderchat
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: flexible seating, lots of centers, and prior to this year movement didn’t bother me, but our 4th grades have 30+ Ss each and I have to have some rules! I give one person per table a bead necklace, they are the only ones that can get up and get supplies! #TLAP
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 We've used it to define vocab words and to share stories #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • jskyoaks Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. I have two amazing staff who have started a student leadership group of 4th and 5th graders called “Sky Flyers” #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: #tlap — Quizlet Live! Collaboration at its BEST!
  • MrCWells Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) I like to use movement in my history/geography lessons. Having the Ss role play or act as a natural event like a glacier pushing desk aside. I think it helps them solidfy a concept in their mind and makes an easy reference point. #tlap
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: We start each and every day with music and movement, alternating days of the week. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: I really enjoy getting kids to do scavenger hunts with QR codes and simulation type of lessons. Ss have alternative seating. I do brain breaks sometimes with roller coasters, thumb wars to win “loot”, working on others. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: I've used @GoNoodle or if we're practicing vocabulary words I'll have them get up and create a gesture/action to get them moving. #tlap
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 - Music everyday when they enter the room. Sometimes my choice👍sometimes theirs 👎🏼 #tlap
  • KSCoffeeTeacher Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A2: we’re walking around & using @MrRoughton’s Pawn Star Africa lab to decide whether salt or gold was more important to Ancient Ghana! #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    You are WONDERFUL @SteinbrinkLaura ! #TLAP
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @SteinbrinkLaura
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: some on the tier 2 studentsthat I work with are empowered by using “self & match” goal charts. The are responsible for monitoring their progress towards individual goals. #tlap
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hey #TLAP ! I’m Scott, a Tech Integration Coach from NJ.
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • AmandaSopko Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: We move around the room all the time flex seating and grouping gets the kids up and moving as they play with math content. I also do Algebra Exercises to get the kids moving while we learn about linear equations. #tlap
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Wii bowling for a matched-pairs T-test in AP Stats. Dominant vs. non-dominant hand. Enrollment in that class is gonna triple next year. #tlap
  • WsesLearner Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    How fast can you say your days of the week and moths of the year? Comparing and ordering decimals. #WestsideBestSide #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: #tlap gallery walks!
  • bmilla84 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: I use a lot of @KaganOnline strategies to engage my Ss! It gets them up & moving around to collaborate w/ others! Also, I do a lot of chants & cheers that have corresponding movements & tie them into instructional learning & praising! #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Shhhh! Don't tell! #TLAP
    • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
      Ahhh! Well then you will be glad to know she has a guest post on that going on my blog this week!! #tlap Giving away her secrets!
      In reply to @JayBilly2, @KimSnodgrass
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 My students have the opportunity to be Student Ambassadors with their peers. They are tech ambassadors for other S's needing support #TLAP
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    My students love @quizlet Live a staple in my class. started using @Socrative too and I'm interested in Classroom Kick. #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @quizlet, @Socrative
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Thanks Kimberly! It’s always a great start to the week when you #CelebrateMonday! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: I try and move my desks around as much as possible. Doing an awesome AR project today students were working on the counter by the window, throughout hallway, on top of Chromebook cart. Not a single engagement issue today either, not even a small slip up #tlap
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 I live to move around a lot in my own class...students never know what to expect from me, where I will go next. I also like to go to mystery locations. Surprise the learning environment. I basically love to surprise. Who knows what is in store. Get out of chairs! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Kristen 3rd grade from Pittsburgh... #tlap
  • cass_lowry Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 in math I play a game callled pass the count where students stand in a circle and continue a counting pattern (say count forwards by 5 starting from 37) they use place their arm across their chest and onto their opposite shoulder to indicate the direction of the count #tlap
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: We dance, a lot! We use gestures when discussing different concepts with one another. We do brain breaks! Ss are allowed to sit, kneel, stand all over our room as they’re working, it’s their choice! I love that our room always looks like we’re movin and groovin! #tlap
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    They do & it gives me lots to emai home about when I see them developing those skills. Ps are excited to get glimmers of hope they'll be able to feed themselves someday. #tlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • raspberryberet3 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: amazing race, scavenger hunts, QR codes, games & team challenges #tlap
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    oh yes, forgot about doing those @GooseChase scavenger hunts! and also when we use @nearpod to get them to explore different locations in VR #tlap
    In reply to @daleyscience, @GooseChase, @nearpod
  • Hudsonwife16 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: @GoNoodle and other music and movement played off my Ipod #Tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @GoNoodle
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: I may be showing my "teaching age" but I remember we did a math task with tootsie rolls and then we had a tootsie roll dance challenge. It was silly, but Ss learned. #tlap
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: just one example... when I introduce our new spelling words each week we stand up and spell the words by touching our heads for “tall letters”, hips for “short letters”, and toes for “falling letters”. #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Flexible seating brings movement into engagement => comfort and choice in support of student decision making #TLAP
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: flexible seating such as gigantic exercise balls work well for those who need to move! our school recently purchased an exercise bike with a built in desktop for students, they like it! We have 2 recess periods in the day and our teachers are always having kids run laps #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1. The Google Chrome Extension #MoveIt! #tlap
  • mrsbradstreet3 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1. I do brain breaks regularly as well as allow them to get up and move somewhere else to work. I also do Kagan structures that require them to move to find partners. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Hi, Scott! Glad you made it! #TLAP
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @burgessdave
  • Math3203 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) We also have 6 tables that the students sit at. We do a-lot of small group station work and get them up and moving. #tlap
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Frequent movement breaks using GoNoodle, flexible seating, STEM centers, going outside for a walk #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q2 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: I get my students moving by acting out scientific and mathematical concepts. My favorite is creating a giant cell where students each act out the functions of an organelle. #tlap
  • crystaslaughter Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: I used to use hand motions and movement to teach parts of a lesson to help Ss remember. I also used movement as an opportunity to create short spurts of learning that culminate into an overall point. #TLAP
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Wow! What a coincidence! Just been to an #edtech convention and met @MyStoryball I see enormous potential here tribe! Who’s with me? https://t.co/q4nzZOOcyN It's a screenless game console designed to keep Ss moving and develop their imagination. Perfect for class. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    For too many kids, school is like being stuck in the middle seat of a cross country airplane flight...with the aisle person asleep. LET THEM MOVE!!! #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • JoshKunnath Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Josh, HS Eng teacher from California, following along (late) for the 1st time- still trying to understand the analogy #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I missed several last week, but back at it. I missed you, too :) #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn, @burgessdave
  • BonKramer Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    1A) I teach elem music so of course I get my kids up and moving. Even when learning about instruments or other seated topics we do one or two brain breaks during the 30 minute class time. #tlap
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 For math I used to love doing “Scoots.” We’d play music and dance around the room while solving math facts. It was valuable, yet fun practice. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Engaging students in both large and fine motor activities; body spelling, writing in sand, building, hands-on, and of course dancing! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Exactly. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
      For too many kids, school is like being stuck in the middle seat of a cross country airplane flight...with the aisle person asleep. LET THEM MOVE!!! #tlap
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: I want to be @ronclarkacademy like, but still working in that one! #TLAP
  • msturkintexas Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: I use movement to get my kids...moving! It’s so important to engage EVERY part of my students so they’re ready to focus and enjoy the lesson 👯‍♀️👯‍♂️ #TLAP
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 a little dancing to the rap music — a little pyramid vocabulary— a little dice game vocabulary— and the absolute freedom to move from seated work to standing tables, the floor, or guided table at will ... #tlap
  • KFelicello Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1- Using walk and talks to debrief a reading, mini lesson, or other topic are a great way to get kids up and moving...even better on a nice day! #tlap
  • DR_SIPPI Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I recently incorporated games into my instruction. They have escaped room, survived and jigsawed and raced. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Cool idea! Thanks for sharing! #TLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MyStoryball
  • KathyGalvin8 Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I like to have wiggle brain breaks. Students run in place, jumping jacks or pushups. Me too! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @Howell0405
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: We love movement whether it's part of a brain break or students choosing their own seats so they are comfortable and ready to learn! Love stations and QR code activities too! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • specialtechie Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    #MoveIt is awesome! #tlap #gttribe
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • rwdavis_edu Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Hi Folks Roger W. Davis from Williamsport, Pa #TLAP
  • raspberryberet3 Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    I’ve done the same as well as when explaining solids liquids & gases #tlap
    In reply to @MiddletonEdTech
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Hey, Scott! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @KimSnodgrass
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Tell me about this! #TLAP
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • crystaslaughter Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Yes!!! Great way! I love brain breaks especially with @GoNoodle #TLAP
    In reply to @kristi_daws, @GoNoodle
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    I had a teacher do this today in reading; very fun and engaging #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Also, brain walks. We go out and walk in groups. Each group answers questions from another group and when we return do a gallery walk. It’s one of the best ways to cross curriculum boundaries. #tlap
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 pt2 We also made up an order of operations dance and created a music video!! I almost forgot. It was EPIC!! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    I want to be in your class! #TLAP
    In reply to @SueTonnesen
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Yes! Can't forget about all the small group stations! Constantly moving from whole group mini lesson to small group stations or independent work and back again! #tlap
    In reply to @Math3203
  • robinrenee Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: I used dances of the decade when teaching modern Texas, have used hand motions for chants, review games including moving around the room. #tlap
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 Students are free most of the time to work in several locations around the room, wherever their comfortable #TLAP
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: ABSOLUTELY! DJ Nan in the house! Music makes everything better! When you can feel the vibe of learning you know you’re on beat! #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    ✨A2: Mozart Hook 👇✨ #TLAP https://t.co/vxYaDFUsQC
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: I brought an Amazon Echo into the classroom. Today when my Ss were getting restless, we did a 2 min. freeze dance. So much fun! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: You could also have your students take apart all the desks, chairs, and tables in your room to build a giant fort. #tlap
  • mathmrsdeluca Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: hi all! I’m Alexia, an 8th-9th grade math teacher from NJ! I think giving Ss choice in seating & activity shows leadership opportunities. Ss also make up questions and occasionally put them on worksheets or assessments. Sometimes Ss have the opportunities to teach!#tlap
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Check out @jamessturtevant post on QR code scavenger hunts! Such an amazing way to get kids moving while launching a unit #tlap https://t.co/qpjdKHkNuQ
    In reply to @daleyscience, @jamessturtevant
  • mrsgraves13 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Hi everyone! I’m Amanda from Ca and I teach third grade. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Yay! Thanks for coming, Kristin! #TLAP
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • sesrock1979 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: I like using tableau scenes for books. Students are in groups and they recreate a key scene just by positioning themselves and freezing in place. Classmates guess what scene it is and who’s who. The teamwork aspect is 👌🏻.#TLAP
  • PaulONeill1972 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: I love to use movement during debates. I've also found that S's love hosting their own Class Olympics to coincide with the real games. #tlap
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: We draw, sketchnotes, watch @MrBettsClass music videos, and more. The arts are a powerful way of integrating soul and humanity into the process of learning and so they should not be occasional components, but actively used instructional strategies. #tlap
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Q2: we sang money songs today to identify coins. We created green screen videos where Ss picked their own background! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • loliveira55 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 Sometimes I take my Ss for a walk around the schools. It helps with socialization and we take the opportunity to practice opening lockers. #tlap
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: Letting your students decorate the walls with their artwork is a great way for them to feel valued and inspired. #tlap
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    That's one of my favorites! They love being a gas molecule! Talk about "moving"! #tlap
    In reply to @raspberryberet3
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 my class is mostky the bottom and it is fluid #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2 Music is the soul as Art is the heart ... we need to let them doodle, let them hum, let them find their own beat, let them "create" #TLAP
  • mrstfrazier Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 Designing lessons around the different learning styles gets kids motivated not just the “doing” learners. #TLAP
  • msyoung114 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: As a Disney lover one of my favorites is getting out the magic wand and playing Bippity Boppity Boo when we learn about what magic e does ;) #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2 Again with the music videos for this question. I also love making models out of clay and over recycled objects found at home as their very own art sculpture. #TLAP
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: I LOVE classroom dance parties. Finding “clean” play lists that the older kids are into can be a challenge but worth the effort to see them relax and enjoy movement! #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: I love doing different game elements to get my students up and moving. I recently did a "Great Mideval Race" spin on Amazing Race challenges. #TLAP
  • happycampergirl Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Please note that #tlap is a separate chat, at the same time as #kinderchat tonight. Please use the correct hashtag for each conversation if you are multi-tasking.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    This chat goes SO FAST!!! You can help out by RTing stuff you like and commenting on each other's posts! We are a community! Don't think you have to be the host to jump in! #tlap
  • MrsAsztalos Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2 I like to play music in the background as they work. Sometimes I also need to inspire and be inspired AND Somtimes you also need to play 80's pop (bc) #dontstopbelievin #tlap
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2) We use music daily in my gym. I love using songs that match what we are doing...Baseball music for baseball skills, Pirates of the Caribbean music for POTC Tag, etc. #TLAP
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    So much better than the typical "turn and talk"! #tlap
    In reply to @KFelicello
  • MrsGuerrero307 Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: at the end of the day we have FLEX (intervention/enrichment) and one of the May-Do’s allows students to create a paint tray that Ivan could wear around his neck. (We are currently reading The One and Only Ivan by @kaaauthor) #TLAP #FriscoFutureReady #HospLearns
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I need to try doing a gallery walk! How am I going to curate all of the awesome ideas tonight?! #TLAP
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • crystaslaughter Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Love, scoots for getting them moving and staying engaged. Good one. #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • bmilla84 Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: Music is used daily in my classroom! From songs/chants to support learning to background music during independent work time... we’re always singing away!!! I’ve even had my Ss help write songs to support our learning!! #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Forgot #tlap
    • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
      A1 My students have the opportunity to do Physical Education in my room when it is too cold outside... here we are ice skating for the olympics on wax paper:
  • MrCWells Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2) Use art as a way to explain mathematical concepts. One of my favorite lessons is finding the golden ratio in nature and art #tlap
  • drkellyclark Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Hi, Kelly Clark from GWU joining in. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: Creativity is something we embrace everyday in the class! Students create one way or another. It’s important to let the students know they are creative in their own unique way! We have music playing daily and we also clap rhythms. #tlap
  • rwdavis_edu Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Q1: I have played musical chairs in Statistics. My kids loved it! #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #TLAP
    In reply to @CRayReiner
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: I always play music in the background during work time. However, I like to go with themes of what we are doing. 3 Doors Down for collaborative work, The Beatles for Multimedia and a little bit of classical during RO work. #tlap
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: I infuse music and art through Learner Profile creation. Playlists for each area of focus, kids create and share who they are via art. I also incorporate Play Personalities. #tlap
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Sometimes we begin our day with music and dance during bus duty. It's always good to have disco ball just because... #tlap
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I love finding songs on YouTube to help reinforce phonics skills that we are working on, they have great songs to help kids remember the rules! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    a2 My Ss infuse their own art on Peardeck & Google Drawing math activities. Lots of laughs while thinking together #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Hi, Kate! Welcome to #tlap @KateSutterLHS
    • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Kate from Mo. HS Social Studies and just beginning my pirate journey. Looking for a pirate crew to help me sail. ☠️🚣‍♂️⚓️
      In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 In Spanish 4 and 5, and also throughout the other levels, Ss learn about artists, styles, themes, and then create a work of art of their own, also using music to help recall vocab #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: One fun project we did was create a multiplication rap using @Flipgrid. The kids had such a great time. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 - Quotes designed and done by students. Also, activities that stress each student’s creativity. Superstars, Post-it challenge. . #Tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    This graphic says so much! Love it! #TLAP
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: I’ve been considering playing music when the kids enter the building in the morning. Anyone doing this? #tlap
  • kristi_daws Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Art and Geometry are perfect partners in math. I always played music in the classroom. We used it for brain breaks, transitions, or just relaxation. #TLAP
  • MRegan_Baxter Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1 Movement is critical in my work with Ss who struggle with reading/math. Multisensory (gross & fine) helps rewire the brain. Air writing, crossing the midline, etc. #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • cvandoske22 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I love Teach Like a Pirate by @burgessdave Passionate Readers and Passionate Learners by @pernilleripp #wctechat #tlap
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: I love playing music as Ss are coming in in the morning and/or while they're working. I've also had students create visual representations of what we're learning about- gives them the opportunity to be creative! #tlap
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: I always play music when students are creating! I always offer drawing or poster making as an option to present. Definitely an area I could pay more attention to! #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: PBL at its finest! Student choice always leans towards the arts. All you have to do is ask! #tlap #Nan3EDU
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Love this! #tlap
    In reply to @Math3203
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Several of the options I offer to students include creative processes, like develop a rap/song and/or creade an image. Just started https://t.co/zrZUkAWqzi w/my 6th which is all about developing a superhero from scratch. #TLAP
  • KFelicello Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2- Music as students enter is a great way to set the tone...comparing and contrasting popular songs to a book or historical period, and having students create a song that would be written during a different time period...all ideas for using music #tlap
  • hollykvalentine Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 Close reading lessons using song lyrics and repeated listening. Brings out AMAZING thinking and puts all kids on the same level. This method lets S w/disabilities shine! Using evidence to back thinking. #tlap
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Vanessa from TN. 2nd grade teacher #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #tlap
    • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
      Thanks! I love what you guys do. There's no such thing in Israel. I forward everything I learn to my FB group. Already more than 1,500 Ts joined.
      In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #tlap A2: ALWAYS have a playlist for any assessment. We do a quiz involving triangles, I'm playing "Triangle Man" and "Bizarre Love Triangle". When Ss compete on the board it's "Kung-Fu Fighting" or "Another One Bites the Dust." When they come in, just happy stuff.
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • acottos Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: being a history teacher, music tells a story! I use Hamilton, Billy Joel, School House Rock, and many other genres! It's a necessary tool to build connections! #tlap
  • StephDill92 Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I have a couple of hammers in various groups. It's Amazing that humming doesn't bother others, but random noises do. #tlap
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: For projects, students always have the choice to create a song/rap or art to show their learning. #multipleintelligences #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • jbazil Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2) I am always singing in my classroom. Singing my directions, silly songs that I made up on the fly to help with new content, playing music, dancing to music to help with different new content. Art is a must in Kinder, working on fine motor skills daily. #IHMarchMadness #tlap
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2 We do Sketchnoting, lego building, Bloxel building and frequently just dance for a break #tlap
  • mrsbradstreet3 Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2. We use music all day. Soft instrumental during work time or kidsbop to walk around and find partners. I also try to create or find songs to remember material such as the divisibility rap our planet song. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • sbentonteach Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: I use movement to engage my students by implementing flexible seating and brain breaks. We also have a word of the day. We create a gesture that goes along with the definition. At random times during the day, I yell the word and students jump up, say def. and do gesture #tlap
  • KamRenae Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q2 #TLAP I use music for all my transitions so kiddos learn what tune goes with what and I have tunes for bellringer and exit slips as well to keep us on task and to help them gauge their time (I should be this far at this point in song)
  • MrsRamsey512 Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I teach the American Revolution with my fifth graders. Ss had to write break up songs from the colonists to the British. They could write their own or rewrite a popular break up song. Truly hilarious #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    for sure! #tlap
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @MyStoryball
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: I have always found it helpful to learn through songs. One of my favorites is our Parts of a Letter song that goes to the tune of The Addams Family! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: In the fall we create monsters out of different shapes and listen to the Monster Mash. I recently played the Bob the Builder theme song when students were in the block building center. After lunch we use music to take a break and refocus for the afternoon. #tlap
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    @KimSnodgrass art at its finest! Love it! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Yes! LOVE #Sketchnotes... especially when they turn into GIFs! #TLAP
    In reply to @MrPStrunk, @MrBettsClass
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: I incorporate art through @Seesaw & it gives Ss choice with their creations! #tlap Art is in the eye of the beholder, right?!?
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2 flocabulary raps - fiddler on the roof - Mulan - music from other lands and cultures upon arrival gets kids in the zone and hooks them #tlap
  • Math3203 Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2) We often draw using the @PearDeck add on with @GoogleForEdu ...and a little Pandora playing in the background always eases the tension while they work. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • AmandaSopko Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: I like to play positive up-beat growth mindset themed music while the students work in small groups. We do a mindset activity every Monday morning that sometimes involves listening to a song while drawing a symbolic representation of the meaning. #tlap
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: In Nashville, your Uber driver will most likely be a talented musician looking for a break. Bring him/her into the school for jam sessions with the kids. #tlap
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: over the years I have been known to play some guitar and to belt out some tunes with my kiddos...art is all over our school...kids rock the art! #tlap
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I like using art based tech tools with kids. @comiclife @Flipgrid or kidpix are easy to use and allow creativity to those who might not be the best with more traditional art tools. #tlap
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: by doing mid-process gallery walks. Or Ss get to go & ask for feedback from 2 other Ss who are not sitting at there table. #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    It is amazing how the fibonacci sequence in art and nature is so real and how applicable it can be to our understanding ... #TLAP
    • MrCWells Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
      A2) Use art as a way to explain mathematical concepts. One of my favorite lessons is finding the golden ratio in nature and art #tlap
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: Because I teach PreK, a great deal of our learning is through songs and fingerplays. I was a music minor, so I love singing! I try to tie art activities into the content I'm teaching. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: Music is used to transition students to into gamified math. It instantly shifted focus and got them pumped up about their game (err... math)! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Download the extension and a popup occurs every so often (you pick how often) I have mine set for every 25 minutes so each class gets two #MoveIt activities per class. They’re things like: Jumping jacks, breathing, toe touches, etc. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • SmithteachesK Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2 Music is a huge part of our day. We start the day with our classroom song that I wrote to get us excited about the day. Then we use music to nail down math concepts and my kids LOVE practicing their sight words with Heidi Songs. Would like to incorporate more art. #tlap
  • BandruClarise Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Hi ! Clarise from Pennsylvania (7th and 8th General Science and 10th Biology) #TLAP #WATLAP
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: I like to match music with topics we are discussing and compare songs, etc.-(Outsiders=60s OOTD=30s). We recently did #sketchnotes and dramatic readings for the first time and the Ss LOVED it! Currently doing infographics and they are ecstatic! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KathyGalvin8 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Awesome idea Emma! I love hearing new things #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @miss_ginder
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #TLAP A2: When they hear "Closing Time" they know the test is over. Or "STOP...In the name of love." Or "This is the end......beautiful friend, the End...."
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • msturkintexas Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: One of my favorite things to do is have kiddos come up with movements for vocabulary word meanings and then play “Freeze Dance”. I dance around the room with my guitar while my Ss dance until I stop and shout a word, and then they do the motion! It’s so much fun 🎶🎸 #tlap
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    a2: i like using art based tech tools with kids. @comiclife @Flipgrid or kidpix are easy to use and allow creativity to those who might not be the best with more traditional art tools. #tlap
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    My HS Ss love adding to the playlist I use between classes. I screen their ideas to choose positive influences (can be challenging sometimes!) They love Owl City #tlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • Hudsonwife16 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Pete the cat is great for my young two's learning colors and counting. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Mrs_Collier_6 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ A2: Anytime my students can create their own songs..then record using Garage Band is a good day for them! I also have had students create infographics/posters based on what we are learning. #InfuseTheArts
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 - We are starting our “rap” the drugs out. Students create music and make posters to show what they have learned. #Tlap
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #tlap A2: I incorporated Algebra and physics songs into one of my books, and I have Middle schoolers record their own. Please note math in science are not my strong points...hence the songWRITING!
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 I love music way too much. I start every class/conference with some uplifting music. Need to get the energy flowing. I love me some Justin Timberlake - Can't stop the feeling. Also created some assessments with songs/music to let students develop creativity. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I would love to participate more, but the time zones are a huge problem. #tlap
    In reply to @MarianaGSerrato, @burgessdave
  • NicoleVaughn2nd Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Any catchy song I can find that relates, I teach! My Ss still sing me the constitution song from the beginning of the year! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2,I like creating themed playlists like National Smile Day Playlist, Science Playlist, Energy Playlist. I also love this guy! #tlap. https://t.co/EUituzQ8S3
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Kagan! More S talk and less T talk. My teammates and I also test and do a project for each story we read. #TLAP #InspirEdMobChat
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: We sing every day! I’ve learned some great songs from our recent PD day we did and they’re a hit in our room. It’s inspired me to create more songs! We sing for everything! I put paint out every day in our room, and Ss use it as they choose to when working on projects. #tlap
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: Different types of music for transitions, writing, collaboration, really music all day long to fit the purpose. Expose students to a variety of genres. My students used to beg for Mozart during math. #tlap
  • loliveira55 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 Art for providing discussion topics and music to share the culture of the countries my ELs come from. #tlap
  • lcarter5656 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: We get up and do brain breaks throughout the day. I also use a Qball (ball/mircophone that I through around the room for students to respond with. It gets them moving, and they are excited to participate because of the voice projection. #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • ksuang4 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: We use movement when solving Math problems, taking off or sitting down to agree and disagree. We switch seats and groups often throughout the day. #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • coachjmsmith Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: music in the background, get students to listen at different times #TLAP
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 used watercolors to create poster for environmental awareness, listened to civil rights music when creating posters, used instruments to create our own version of Yankee Doodle #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: We play "musical math." It's like musical chairs but no chairs are removed. Ss walk around as music is playing & answer questions when music stops. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • PaulONeill1972 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: I've used PBL to have S's create their own thematic events that would be attended by members of the community. Music and artwork are always good foundational staples of these projects. #tlap
  • KHTeach5 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 Music is a part of my classroom all the time, whether it's background music, transition music, or songs to go with the curriculum. This year, I've started to incorporate art with Google Draw. This has helped my kids who aren't as confident in their drawing skills. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Uber Classroom. I love it! #tlap
    In reply to @njkraai
  • yassinisara Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: I always have background music on in the room. I use songs for learning concepts—so much fun. I would like to do more with student creation of songs or music. #tlap
  • mrstfrazier Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 I have had students rewrite lyrics to popular songs for what we are learning about and started sketchnoting with students. Definitely more than one way to show what you know and my students know and thrive on that. #TLAP
  • rwdavis_edu Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Q2 I have students create a movie trailer for a project in Statistics where the have to create graphs and pair it to music and art. #TLAP
  • JoshKunnath Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Shoutout to the @CSUBakersfield English department for using this strategy at the post-secondary level #TLAP
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @Stella_Pollard, @CSUBakersfield
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Schoolhouse Rock is the best! #imjustabill #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1: Using movement tomorrow. Ss try 2 walk window ledge w/out falling 11 stories2 their death. Really just a board on floor against wall. St can’t let feet touch ground or they’re dead. Will help Ss identify w/character & his dilemma in our story. I am preheating the grill #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q3 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1: have had students do stretches, but would like more content-relevant ideas or have students act out historical events more. Need to do better #TLAP
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I would love to be in that class ;) #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: One of my favorite passion projects from a past S => she studied famous works of art, different styles, and tried re-creating them! https://t.co/MKG55QSJDO #TLAP
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: When I was in the classroom I loved infusing drawing with measurement and ratios. An easy combination to make and the Ss loved it #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Awesomeness, Kristin! I love it all! #TLAP
    In reply to @PreK33, @burgessdave
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2. We definitely incorporate art allowing Ss to invent, desgn, create, be artistic at times, with some of our projects as we are learning from experiments. Sometimes it may be an art project, demonstrating a STEM perspective!#tlap
  • jguerrero322 Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: The free website Storybird is amazing. It pairs art from real artists with student writing. Students share with each other, like or comment on the work of others. It's a game changer. #tlap
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I see a new book being written this moment ... #TLAP
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 Wouldn't it be neat to have a couple of amps hooked up and a palette of art supplies just waiting for kids to explore. #TLAP
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I know. I am always amazed when I see you simply bcause I know that it's the middle of the night for you. #TLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @burgessdave
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: For Greek and Latin stems we rap! #TLAP
  • cass_lowry Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 music is great in the early years of school particularly when teaching pattern #tlap Banana Banana Meatball - Blazer Fresh | GoNoodle https://t.co/Y0FMJItEX6 via @YouTube
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    I use it with 7th graders. It’s awesome. #tlap
    In reply to @JoshKunnath, @KimSnodgrass, @CSUBakersfield
  • BonKramer Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2) Today my 2nd TAG students were designing scenery for a Fairy Tales on Trial scene and some 6th TAG students were looking for ways to mix music on their Chromebooks. #tlap
  • mathmrsdeluca Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Everyone knows the quadratic formula song that goes to same tune as “pop goes the weasel” right? Using the arts in class can reinforce material and also let Ss shine! #tlap
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Love it! Sounds like a great class to be in #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Frankly, they do a much better job than I could ever do. #TLAP
    In reply to @chadw675
  • robinrenee Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Students had to create a song showing their knowledge of the content, used songs to show what music a specific historical period listened to. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Okay, we need the video of this guitar business! #TLAP
    In reply to @SueTonnesen
  • KSCoffeeTeacher Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: students were able to turn their DBQs into songs - they did AMAZING. #tlap
  • sesrock1979 Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: At my school, we have a large group lecture every week. When they enter the room, the song I play is always related to the topic. Tomorrow, we introduce 1984 and the song is “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell. 👀 #TLAP
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 I love this guy too! #tlap https://t.co/hfnlxel3CH
  • Jmitch462 Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    So true; nature trumps all! #TLAP
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I love that they are able to paint. #Steam #tlap
    • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
      A2: We sing every day! I’ve learned some great songs from our recent PD day we did and they’re a hit in our room. It’s inspired me to create more songs! We sing for everything! I put paint out every day in our room, and Ss use it as they choose to when working on projects. #tlap
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I play quiet meditation music in the morning as the kids come in and get settled, it makes me feel good! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: I’m lucky that there is so much art available for American History. Love seeing students create political cartoons! My 8th graders frequently surprise me with sophisticated ideas and concepts #TLAP
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Also different types of creative choices to demonstrate learning #tlap
    • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
      A2: Different types of music for transitions, writing, collaboration, really music all day long to fit the purpose. Expose students to a variety of genres. My students used to beg for Mozart during math. #tlap
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: We listen to music daily during math and reading stations. We have done DoodleNotes in math and SketchNotes in reading to engage students more! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • polonerd Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A1: took my Ss on a ‘march’ as US soldiers in Vietnam to let them experience not knowing who they’re fighting. #tlap
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: #sketchnotes offer a great way for kids to make their thinking visible and provide access to what they know through visual design #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Yes! Music can change the environment entirely! Great idea! #TLAP
    In reply to @AmandaSopko
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2 years ago, Ss paired up and did an interview of an artist, and 1 had to portray the artist, and they either made a video or live interview, was awesome and so much fun #tlap
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Always 😉 love being with our #tlap crew! ☠️ #Nan3EDU
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    My students love working (and singing while they work) to music! For some students it really relaxes them and helps them focus. #tlap
    In reply to @MrsAsztalos
  • ronaldfisher Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I started an art club every Friday for the 4th & 5th Graders during their lunch, they want an avenue to create... #TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Hi, Kristen!!! #tlap
    In reply to @nankr1120, @KimSnodgrass
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I do not know of this song but I’ll be looking it up and imagine it will be stuck in my head for days! #tlap
    In reply to @mathmrsdeluca
  • mrsgraves13 Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Music is always playing in my room. Usual go-to CD is by @theavettbros. Last week a ss said, "Mrs. Graves, I have the lyrics memorized. I❤️ it!" Today a ss said, "Mrs. Graves, can you turn the volume up?"Also use music 2 write about emotion. How does it make you feel? #TLAP
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: we wrote blues stanzas when we studied figurative language, we wrote Dewey decimal raps and put music to them using the ipad #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    ✨A3: L.C.L. Hook 👇✨ #TLAP https://t.co/lPaRs7aCoG
  • ksuang4 Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: I have a lot of students this year that learn through art, so they draw what they her/see while I read many subjects to them. #tlap #IHMarchMadness
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Jump into #tlap if you’re not here! @KimSnodgrass is CRUSHIN’ it tonight 💯💥👍 @burgessdave
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Stella_Pollard Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3: Let them tell a story! See what they’re interested in and make the lesson about that (stuck on this?? You need to read #InstantRelevance by @MathDenisNJ!) #tlap
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: Our art teacher comes to my room each Friday. She teaches an art lesson that relates to our story, & I teach the reading skills. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: Ss had to write 140 character rap songs today using our word roots. Will perform then tomorrow! #TLAP
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3: My Ss connected globally w/Global Read Aloud via @Flipgrid w/other classes. #amazing #tlap
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    If you've never heard Mac Daddy, it's worth a good laugh. So creative: https://t.co/p5IeiV20k7 #tlap
    In reply to @Mrs_Collier_6
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2b: On another silly note... I blast Rebecca Black's "Friday" on most Fridays. This is more to get the classic middle school eye roll when I know they secretly love it. #tlap
  • MrsAsztalos Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I do a survey at the beginning of the year, and the vast majority say that they like to work with background music #TLAP
    In reply to @VjohnsonEDU
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    #TLAP A2 We were fortunate to have Philo Barnhart and Charles Moisant visit our school. Mr Barnhart is the creator of Ariel from The Little Mermaid and other Disney animations. They shared their story in how they became interested in art. Made impact with our Ss.
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: BTW if you teach science, especially MS you must subscribe to MrParr on Youtube. https://t.co/sqjhkAzXKx - "Going On" Earthquakes for example https://t.co/R0MzGQETEr #TLAP
  • Ryan7Read Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I have to go everyone. Talk to you later. Night. #tlap
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3 I feel like my chats theme tonight is #pbl this has been a game changer, connecting w/other Ss using @edmodo and @Flipgrid @padlet to interact, made it more meaningful and powerful for them #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • Meems852 Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 I love having students analyze political cartoons and writing songs about what we are learning about various topics! My Ss just did an awesome version of Finesse by Bruno Mars about the Three Branches! #tlap
  • polonerd Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: try to start my class with music that ties to what the topic is for the day. Lots of Motown lately. #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: We play classical music during our writing time and set the tone for the start of lessons. One of my favorite songs to teach with is from the Hot Chocolate scene in Polar Express: https://t.co/1TUAmqcqIP #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3: I'll be honest, this is my mission every day. I think #designthinking is a great driver for this. Empathy based learning that creates meaningful change. #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Awesome! #TLAP
    In reply to @MarciGudenkauf
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: always! Just finishing up project w/ music & 4th gr team poetry unit. Tied Artist Kehinde Wiley w/ @HamiltonMusical Rap & used @incredibox_for their beats! #ADE #tlap
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: I use @ReadWorks to find articles that are relevant to students. My teammates use CNN10. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: We have classes doing #MysterySkype and GHOs in our early elementary school. Students love the opportunity to connect across the continent and the world #tlap
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Songs and chants have been a game-changer for all my ELL and lower level students! #tlap
    In reply to @bmilla84
  • mathmrsdeluca Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    It’s absoltely will! Haha #tlap
    In reply to @MrWawczak
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3) We are currently doing Scooter Hockey this week and related it to Sled Hockey and the #Paralympics #tlap
  • cass_lowry Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 it is hard to think of an example as I am always trying to help my students make connections between what they are learning to things that are relevant to them #tlap
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Oh yes! I use a lot of cadence too. Great for retention. #tlap
    In reply to @mathmrsdeluca
  • JadeEmmonsMU Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    My students recently researched schools in Spanish speaking countries and had to compare them to our school. They were very impressed/shocked at the differences in education around the world. Some were more grateful for what they have and some were ready to move! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • acottos Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: the best way to build relevance is to build on the interests of your Ss...and to do that you actually need to know your Ss! Build relationships early! Let Ss tell about themselves in lessons. Let them share experiences. Make it their class. #tlap
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 I think this is why kids love genetics so much. It can totally relate to they're own lives! #tlap
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: This year, our tech integration specialist has done Mystery @SkypeClassroom with kids and we have also done several virtual field trips via @MicrosoftEDU to different museums and locations around the world. #tlap
  • msturkintexas Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: By asking them questions and communicating with parents, I find out what my students ❤️ the most (Minecraft, dinosaurs, gymnastics, etc.), and I include reading, activities, and, OF COURSE, dress up days to make their day! #tlap #msturkasaurus
  • MrsGuerrero307 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: My partner T actually did an amazing job at this - @MrsEnglish308. Took a decimal unit & turned it into a Food Truck PBL. The kids LOVED it & were so excited to own their own Food Truck business. It also lended itself nicely to creation, advertisement, & research. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    That start is so important! I sing " Hello" in the "hi ho" tune to my students as they walk in! It makes a huge difference in our days! #tlap
    In reply to @MindiMiller20
  • McNulty1977 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Hey #tlap crew! 3rd grade teacher and aspiring administrator in Hingham, MA here. Checking in late but already seeing some great tweets!
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: I love CNN10 for this!! We watch the news all the time! It sparks great discussions and creates interest in global issues! Students become passionate about current events! #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: My students use their awesome skills to do student-driven passion projects & kindness projects in and outside of our school. #tlap
  • jbazil Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 We practice phonics daily. Anytime I can show the students how to apply their phonics skills in another area of their day, you see the light bulb turn on. Love that AHA moment! #IHMarchMadness #Kinderchat #TLAP
  • sbentonteach Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: We draw a picture that illustrates the definition of our new vocabulary words. I play soft music during independent work time. #tlap
  • mrstfrazier Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Tina from MI - introduction a little late as I was excited to jump in with the questions today! #TLAP
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: We did a #PBL project, "Should We Ban Disposable Water Bottles?" Along with the research, we brought in experts to be interviewed. We also @Skype with an environmental expert to discuss the harms of plastic pollution. Minds were blown! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • msyoung114 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: The first time it happened for me was during student teaching. A created a music comparison lesson (jazz vs pop) for a Harlem Renaissance unit I wrote for 5th grade. A student who never engaged or did work did that one assignment...and turned it in. 😍 #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2b: I’ve never done this, but one of my favorite assignments from high school was a living literature museum. We picked novels and then created a scene from it for the community and school to check it out. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: I love using political cartoons and discussing visuals to reinforce text concepts. Could do better with music but I forget between different classes. Love doing Jazz during 1920s unit. Must be more intentional! 🔔🎸🥁🎷🎺 #tlap
  • mrmatera Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Super excited and honored to be in this article on EDSURGE about becoming an educational innovator by @lisadawley Thanks so much for this oppertunity and honor! Read more: https://t.co/3mXAWRpOqz #xplap #tlap #edchat #txed #wischat #usmspark @LifeAtUSM
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Padlet is on my to-do list. What is your favorite way to use it? #TLAP
    In reply to @Rdene915, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • lcarter5656 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: . I find that when I do this the students are more connected. For example , we are studying fractions now. I brought in chocolate bars to ask them if they'd rather share 1/4 or 1/8 of the bar. That way they could see the smaller fraction. #IHMarchMadness #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • TechNinjaTodd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    “I want our kids to know anything is possible when you’re willing to take risks” @athomas504 Get “Stories from Webb” today: https://t.co/0MRfcVjPXp #KidsDeserveIt #tlap
  • Hudsonwife16 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: With the Olympics happening we talked and did some of the different sports which was great for gross motor as well as created the Olympic rings which was great teaching them about circles #Tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    #Tlap A3: In AP Stats as well as fr/so math....discussed 80s HIV epidemic and the proposal to have population tested. Set the stage for tree-diagram and conditional probability. When they saw how many HIV- people would test + twice...they realized the importance of it.
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: ALWAYS: if it isn’t relevant they aren’t learning! My responsibility to create the opportunity... they choose the path #tlap #Nan3EDU
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: Relevance is essential => to truly move from compliance to engagement Ss have to know why what they are doing matters - “because the teach told me to” isn’t ok! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    In teaching about maps recently, I showed students how they could use Google Maps to see our neighborhood, our state, India for a student from there, Belize for another, etc. They were super excited, especially to see the street view! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • MrCWells Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3) Do top daily stories with students that involve local, national and international news. It helps you contextualize information with your students. The students watch stories evolve and will start to make connections on how it relates to what they are learning #TLAP
  • kristi_daws Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: I ❤️to write math problems (weird right??) I would use my students, community, pop culture, current events in the problems. Students loved to see their name in problems. #TLAP
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: we wrote 7 word memoirs for Ivan using @postermywall. We talked about how colors represent tone and mood! #TLAP
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: If what we are teaching isn't relevant, then why do we even teach it? #TLAP
  • mrsbradstreet3 Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3. One example is PBL where I can find projects that they can relate to. I recently did party planning in math and I'm getting ready to do mock interviews in social studies. #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 We've connected through Skype and Google Hangouts with others on World Read Aloud Day etc. #tlap
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 I shared how being bullied affected my life and others, so as a class we made a campaign and protested against bullying. #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: My Ss also have relevance in their daily learning via @Seesaw. They connect with Ts, Ss, parents, grandparents, etc. #weLOVEseesaw #tlap
  • ksuang4 Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: I use CNN 10 and Time 4 Kids. The more recent the topic the easier it is to engage them in the learning. I also let them come to me with topics.#TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: Have has class blogs and pen pals after GHO. Ss were so focused on their writing as they knew it would be shared out with others and excited getting responses/feedback #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: I teach history, so I feel like I am constantly trying to create relevancy. Whether it is subway to teach about assembly lines or the NFL Collective Bargaining agreement to teach about unions, I want my students to feel like history is relevant in the present and past #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    If you have iPads, you should download 53 Paper. It's so great for creating #sketchnotes and students LOVE IT! #TLAP
    In reply to @sbentonteach
  • AmandaSopko Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: As a STEM teacher, I am always connecting our learning to careers in engineering. We bring in engineer mentors to share what they do and how it connects to our learning. It is always fun for the kids to learn that professionals do exactly what they are in a challenge. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Random sidetone on Q2...I am late to the game but currently totally obsessed with Hamilton soundtrack...and...wait for it...seeing it on Broadway in April w/ @burgess_shelley & @burgessashlyn1 #tlap #cantwait #NotThrowingAwayMyShot
  • bmilla84 Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: We participate in #globalcollaborations & connect w/ people all over the 🌎! My Ss have learned so much from these experiences that goes beyond content! They’ve created true friendships! #TLAP
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: We find relevance in kindness lessons. Just last week we created Kindness posters to hang in our school and Kindness rocks to hide; half of which we are sending to MSD High School in Parkland, Florida. #kindnessmatters #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KFelicello Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3- When students have an audience and a cause they believe in their quality of work and passion for learning grow exponentially #tlap
  • PaulONeill1972 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: By having students read to communities that were experiencing hardships due to a natural disaster. The rewards were immeasurable. #tlap
  • KHTeach5 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    My students just recently finished presenting their first passion projects, and it was amazing to see what they came up with. It was so exciting and fun to watch them so totally engaged because they were learning about something they chose! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: We have a number of classes connecting via skype with Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver for literacy month in 2 days https://t.co/L5uXt8wTMC #tlap
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    #TLAP A2 In our 1980s class, One of the assignments is to create their own original music video. Amazing how some Ss to this idea and become very creative. Been fortunate over the last 5 years to have Mark Goodman and Alan Hunter share their love of music and MTV with our Ss.
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Padlet can be used for absolutely everything! Think of times when you would like students to share their thoughts/ideas and show their learning. Similar to @Flipgrid #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
      Padlet is on my to-do list. What is your favorite way to use it? #TLAP
      In reply to @Rdene915, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    I don't have just one :) To post Ss projects for easy of presenting in class and access later, discussions, to post #booksnaps , to display #pbl , scavenger hunt questions, digital portfolios, presentation materials for conferences... :) #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3. Ask Ss what problems they would like to try and change in the world today and how would they go about doing it? I do this with my own children. Very interesting answers, especially with current situations! #tlap
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: as part of my #gbl #gamification class I make trailers (🙏@burgessdave) for lessons. Ss have quests they can hand in artistic work and even bring an all-animated wordless cheat sheet to quizzes if they have enough points to buy this reward. #tlap https://t.co/1drVeND1qJ
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    I used it today to see what kids did over vacation. Everyone got a voice, it was so fun. They loved it! #tlap #relationshipsfirst
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @Rdene915, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: I give the choice to represent in whatever ways they want as long as the response is clear. Some have chosen art work other music. #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Music and art can be incredibly powerful ways to engage our students and enhance our lessons." - @burgessdave Q2: In what ways have you infused music/art into your lessons? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: #mysteryskype is one of my favorites #TLAP
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: Our new curriculum explores human rights through reading Esperanza Rising. We have amazing class discussions and are constantly making connections. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: when learning about maps and directions, I applied it to our classroom, playground and finally, our city. I wanted them to be able to physically put themselves ”on the map” to completely comprehend NSEW #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Dying to see that musical. Recently also into a song from Dear Evan Hansen. I need to move to New York lol #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3 I recently just learned about #Mysteryskype with @JuliePJones and @gruffcorn13 !!! I love the idea and love connecting to other classes around the globe. #TLAP
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2 One or my favorite projects was when we read Harry Potter. I had students draw a character, then narrate in 1st person a summary “so far” with @ChatterPix and then we uploaded to Flipgrid so they could share with their parents/classmates. #TLAP https://t.co/c4u9ijRK6u
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @chatterpix
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A1: We spent a day getting teachers moving to show them how important it is for Ss to move! Brain breaks, music, group work, competition! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Oh my goodness, I LOVE this!! Would love to learn more! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsGuerrero307, @MrsEnglish308
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q4 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Q2 Not enough as a resource teacher but I'm also a displaced preschool teacher who knows music and art is critical to little people learning. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: I had 3 ladies visit my class to show my Ss how to thread a needle & sew quilt squares - just like our stories "The Keeping Quilt." #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3 - We have a “What you want to learn Wednesday.” Students pick from a variety of topics and then select the type of teaching they’d like to present to the class. It allows them the freedom to find their voice, but also creates a room full of captivated students. #tlap
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Q3: Lots of #PBL regarding things that are going on or that interest kids. Climate change unit, for example begins with interviews with ppl in island nations and how they have been affected. #TLAP
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: My Ss make connections when we do our weekly Scholastic News. It takes current events and brings it down to their level. Last week we talked about President's Day and learned how we (kids) have things in common with Washington and Lincoln. They were amazed! #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Okay, GOLD STAR for you! This is totally awesome! I love that you find out what they are interested in and then play upon it! ROCKSTAR! I mean, PIRATE! #TLAP
    In reply to @msturkintexas
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    YES! Well said, @nankr1120 #tlap
    • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
      A3: ALWAYS: if it isn’t relevant they aren’t learning! My responsibility to create the opportunity... they choose the path #tlap #Nan3EDU
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Let’s ROADTRIP Roman!!!! #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: my 1st gr learned abt the Harlem Renaissance listing to classic Jazz while creating own collage of fav. Place like in Bool TAR BEACH #tlap
  • MattPorricelli Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: anytime Ss are using PBL to solve problems that are having an impact in THEIR lives, schools, communities or homes, they are engaging in relevant material => Ask Ss what they want to see changed! #tlap
  • BonKramer Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    One particularly stubborn S wouldn't figure gas mileage on a story problem because he didn't drive yet so he didn't care. I knew he had an interest in flying so I changed it around to how much fuel a plane would use and he got right to work. #tlap
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    And with the newer features of audio, drawing and more, so many more options #tlap @padlet in a padlet, and on and on :)
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet, @padlet
  • loliveira55 Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3 Connected my Ss through @SkypeClassroom to a school in Puerto Rico to discuss their experiences with Hurricane Maria. We were working on a unit on natural disasters. #tlap
  • robinrenee Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A1: pt 2 - One of my favorites was popcorn theater, students acted out a historical event as I read the script. We had a paper ball fight to represent a battle in the Texas Revolution. #tlap
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: Immersing Ss in a learning environment where meaningful experiences take place! Many of my Ss tell me they never forget when we cook, build and create. They’ve been inspired to become scientists, engineers, chefs, because of the impact these experiences have had on them!#tlap
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: Responding to text is often most powerful when relevance is found. I try to book talk and match students to books that they will connect to, it has been pretty successful this year. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    That is hilarious!!! #tlap
    In reply to @ItsAMrY, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2b: Dropped a beat for them via YouTube to help with the creation of their raps too. #tlap
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Yeah, but tomorrow is Purim at school so we only work half a day and it's like halloween. Then it's 3 days vacation. and then the weekend! Fun! #tlap.
    In reply to @MarianaGSerrato, @burgessdave
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Yes they do! I do the same thing and my 1st graders always geek out when their name is featured! Sometimes it's the little things! #tlap
    In reply to @kristi_daws
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Love this app!!! So many uses. You can also combine it with @screencasto to flip your instruction so easily. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @sbentonteach, @screencasto
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Thanks my friend 😉 #tlap
    In reply to @mhayes611
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Very cool! I love this! Great life lessons! #tlap
    In reply to @MiddletonEdTech, @Skype
  • caitlyn5132 Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Hi everyone! I am a preservice teacher from PA and I am joining tonight for my second educational twitter chat #TLAP
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Q3: I mentioned this in a previous chat, but I'm so proud of our kiddos and our team for our Give Back to Beeville initiative. Students really brought their A game...and success ensued. #tlap
  • DauseClause Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A1: had Ss do a "vote with your feet" activity in a confined space between rows of desks today to mimic characters experiencing conflict on the subway in Fahrenheit 451. #tlap
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3 I have connected my students with blogs in the past. I have created connections within our community and to their lives so that they may make a difference. Next step...September...get ready for a blowout global explosion. EPICness is about to happen! So excited. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Relationships. Connections. Success! Awesome Bonnie! #TLAP
    In reply to @BonKramer
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    ✨A4: Interior Design Hook 👇✨ #TLAP https://t.co/RxKfcHRWVE
  • duffner_karen Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2-I love having music to be the basis of something we are learning. A song during morning meeting (then students writing facts from the song in a later writing project. We created a 'plant model' using random supplies. It was great to see how students used the materials. #tlap
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    All these lessons are about students first. It’s not surprising that they love learning. Also, it’s not just about giving options. They must be driven by a goal. #tlap
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Ummm YES! Hey @burgessdave can we organize a little #tlap Roadtrip with you?
    In reply to @nankr1120, @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1, @burgessdave
  • xliving3125 Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Hi my name is Xiomara @xliving3125 I am new to twitter and a student at GWU in the Education program #tlap
    In reply to @McLane_Ryan, @xliving3125
  • JayBilly2 Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Yes, the kids have so much fun #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      I really need to get with the #MysterySkype program. Do you think it'd still be awesome for middle school?
      In reply to @JayBilly2
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4: When I taught 6th Grade I dressed in a toga and we held an Agora. Role Play and baked goods, what is better? #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    So glad you made it, Jay! Love chatting with you! #TLAP
    In reply to @JayBilly2
  • nlmorrow4 Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Hi, all! Nikki Morrow...Special education teacher in Indianapolis! A little late to the party, but excited to be tuning in for the first time! #tlap
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: We’ve done mystery hangouts with another school in the US and it’s made them enjoy map skills. Anything with technology is relevant to this generation! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Awesome! #TLAP
    In reply to @Artguy76
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Also @goformative that has similar options (audio, drawing, writing) with the possibility to embed @flipgrid, @padlet and basically anythinmg you can think of. #TLAP
    In reply to @Rdene915, @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @edmodo, @Flipgrid, @padlet, @goformative, @Flipgrid, @padlet
  • mrstfrazier Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3 I have connected students with Park rangers when teaching ecosystems unit in science. Students can see first hand different ecosystems from around the world. Going beyond our four walls to expand our learning! #TLAP
  • BandruClarise Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A1: I have used Clever Catch Balls, the Fly Swatter game the Meiosis Hoedown. This week I plan on hijacking my own class and taking them outside to the school’s lightcourt to measure Relative Humidity. #tlap #WAtlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I can't wait for that. Visiting a classroom to see this (at a different school). #tlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2
  • TechTOSAGina Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3 Jumping in late (Mommy duties) - but I have to agree with @loliveira55 about @SkypeClassroom My Ss are so engaged in meaningful connections that really open the doors of their classrooms #TLAP
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #tlap A3:I share messages From the true heroes in my books like Syvia in Yellow Star who is now my Aunt Sylvia To sell that horrors of history happen to real people #neveragain #notselfpromo
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️ #TLAP IS MAKING WAVES! KEEP THE HOOKS COMING! 🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️🌊☠️ @burgessdave
  • yassinisara Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: I love using picture books. A great way to discuss concepts and apply to our own lives #tlap
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Yay for Boston!!!! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #TLAP A3 We have taken our Ss to Russia, Canada, France, Israel, Sweden and Denmark this year. They love using geography skills to find the country but truly enjoy talking and sharing culture with their new friends in other parts of the world.
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    In my forensic science unit, I taped up the door with police tape, played crazy Halloween music, and wore a lab coat and goggles. We had 6 different stations and the kids were so invested! #tlap @KimSnodgrass
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: We watch CNN10 most everyday. I like to create word problems in my math groups that use our T names and situations that the ss can relate to. We have also done mystery hangout to identify with ss from other places while studying the US! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MrsGuerrero307 Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A4: We asked Ss to come to school dressed as someone/something from the time period in Texas we were studying. This included settlers, ranchers, native Americans, cattle, Buffalo, etc. They did not know we would be reenacting the time period! They loved it! #tlap
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A4: Moat of the time my excitement level and voice level can be exciting. I could do a Better job of using props and maybe trying to wear a costume. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3 just today my Ss (preservice Ts)had Qs on how to incorporate Skype in their classroom. I called up my buddy @gruffcorn13 (Skype Master Teacher) to give them the rundown and answer any and all Qs - instant relevance- instant feedback #TLAP
  • msyoung114 Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A4: One time "Diva Y" came to visit...(complete with tiara and sunglasses). The kids often asked for her to come back and visit again #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Honestly, I assume my Ss make connections more than they do because reading is everywhere, but I need to make that more obvious for them. Through journal writing we share personal stories. I try to find new resources so they can see how significant 📖 and ✍️ are. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • MarisaEThompson Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #tlap is reminding me of some strategies I need to bring back to my instruction and environment! Thanks for the reminder!
  • AllysonApsey Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Our amazing tech teacher @MrsJohnsonzps has been connecting tech learning to the Olympics & to math. Ss using google sheets to keep track of US medals, making charts and graphs. Could hear a pin drop in the room bcuz SS SO engaged and empowered! #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: I have guest speakersfrom the community come in and talk about their near death experiences as we read a near death story and then write about it too. #TLAP
  • caitlyn5132 Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    So what does it mean to "Teach like a Pirate"? #tlap
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3 building wells for Africa / providing https://t.co/MLdBhkjbH8 surgical treatment in Kenya / providing school supplies for a Peace Corp school aids awareness event in Mozambique are examples of some of our 6th grade global community outreach #TLAP
  • JadeEmmonsMU Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Until I read #tlap, I never even considered this! I can't wait to design lessons that are worth teasing to amp up excitement. Sometimes my students get excited to see a new room arrangement, but creating buzz is a weak spot for me personally.
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • KFelicello Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4- I love some of @rickwormeli2 ideas like wrapping a prop and relating it to the topic or telling building suspense through storytelling and anticipation #tlap
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: Some kids would argue that my regular clothing is a costume. Especially my socks. #tlap
  • mrsgraves13 Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: I haven't used a costume...yet. I do get them engaged by setting up the class as a cafe to build excitement over books. I also decorate the room like a pirate ships when we do our pirate math review. #TLAP
  • JoshKunnath Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: I’d love ideas on this topic for the classic novel Huck Finn— besides the general fact that the racism still occurs today. I struggle to make a direct connection w/ kids’ lives mainly because it was written in 1884, but I still feel it’s an important book. #TLAP
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    That’s awesome Tina. What makes more of an experience - reading about ecosystems or taking to experts? So cool #TLAP
    In reply to @mrstfrazier
  • lcarter5656 Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: When my students had to share responses from a comprehension paper (over a sports story), we got out a microphone, and I played the ESPN them song as they got up to share their work. #IHMarchMadness #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • CRayReiner Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: I focus my lessons around social/emotional learning. For the month of Feb. I taught about our school community and had students create swirling hearts shared why they love our school community @FreedomTigers1 #LetFreedomRoar #tlap
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: I have an Instagram for my students. I’ve posted mystery objects for lessons to create buzz and suspense. Students rush to class to find out the big reveal. If you show you’re passionate about a lesson - the students will follow #TLAP
  • coachjmsmith Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: try to do relevant labs that teach them about the real world! CYOA for magazine, game, or test #TLAP
  • Rdene915 Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4 I got rid of the rows of desks, put desks in random groups, mix up Ss, create diff activities, and also add a lot of decorations to the room #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Pick me up at the border of Canada 🇨🇦 and the USA 🇺🇸 #TLAP
    In reply to @NowakRo, @nankr1120, @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: I love to retell a story using props. Once a S said " For a minute, I thought that really happened to you." And Ss wear lab coats every time we do an experiment. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3: I made a Purim #MinecraftEdu @PlayCraftLearn game. The 1st #Jewish Megillah Quest - free of charge! Spread the word! Please DM me for more info. https://t.co/xoywTqs2Il @JCCAssociation @jfederations @edu_il #tlap
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: I like to use lots of props and monthly themed objects to engage students and create a buzz in kindergarten. I just purchased shamrock glasses at the dollar store to transform my Ss into "lucky" readers next month! You can tackle any word with your lucky glasses! ☘️#tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    My students sing the Hamilton songs all the time during our Freestyle Friday! I need to see it too! @NowakRo and @nankr1120 Sign me up for this road trip! This has FUN written all over it! #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1, @NowakRo, @nankr1120
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: I am one of the kids... they never know what to expect from me and I like it that way! A little crazy goes far... if you’re going to read “Where The Red Fern Grows” you better dress and read like a hillbilly! #tlap #Nan3EDU
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I absolutely love what I do & my Ss tell me they like math. I don't do much else bc the fun seems to start after about 60 hours of stuff that has to get done. #tlap
    In reply to @mathmrsdeluca
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: On the first day of school I get all of my Ss a friendship bracelet to wear and we refer to ourselves as the #kecksquad. This builds excitement for the new year and grade. Creates ownership and family. #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2: We empowered teachers to write their own content related/theme songs! One of them is becoming our new school song! Now music is spreading throughout our campus! #tlap
  • duffner_karen Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Q1: To teach clouds my co-Tt and I created movements for the 4 focus time. For the plants unit we made gestures for the parts of the plant. We then created gestures for American Symbols. With so many ELL Ss, it's so helpful in retention #tlap
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: we Skyped with the sea turtle hospital in Marathon, Fl! It was wonderful! #TLAP
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: My teammate @ohwowmrspowell integrated our PBL's and bought lab coats with NASA patches on them and created this whole video that we showed to our classes. We'd occasionally show up to class as these "other people" and take over the class. #tlap
  • MrPowley Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3 as a US His teacher there is all sorts of relevant connections to be made right now. Just finished a 1920s unit and many of my Ss were making connections to the DACA issue and the immigration quotas... #tlap
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: We take students on a weekly virtual field trip! #tlap
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4 My clinical class actually just finished doing a “wax museum” project. IT WAS AWESOME! They each picked a person for black history month and did their own research. The students dressed up as their person and had a monolougue, poster, and plaque. #TLAP
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: I like to read books or use videos to excite them about what’s to come later in a unit. Ex: read How to Catch a Leprechaun today. Started step by step direction writing today. Ss are pumped for STEM challenge next week of building their traps! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: Our 5th graders dress up on Halloween for Biography Day. They do research on a historical figure and then come in dressed as that person. We have a parade through the halls and a living museum for parents. It’s awesome #tlap
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3 One of my first, and favorite collaborations was with @bmilla84 https://t.co/RW4WzqBwLA #tlap #KidsDeserveIt
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "It's human nature to ask (or at least think) What's in it for me?" - @burgessdave Q3: When have you connected your students (personally or globally) to content in a way that created relevance for them? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3 @rashkath in India and I have collaborated on students teaching students about their lives and cultures - google is a wonderful thing #TLAP
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Oh my! LOVE this GIF, and the message! Yes, "create opportunity"! #TLAP
    In reply to @nankr1120
  • NicoleVaughn2nd Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: My team and I will be taking over our principals office on Wed. And making it a crime scene to have Ss come and draw conclusions about the evidence left! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4: How cool would a Dolley Madison dinner party be?!!! BRB Rearranging my schedule now!! #TLAP
  • VjohnsonEDU Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    This is so awesome! I want to be in your class! Did this with my 2nd graders for a rainforest unit - transformed the classroom into a rainforest with background music and everything. Connected with classroom in Sri Lanka to share teacher each other about our climates. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • Meems852 Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A4 one of my favorite things to do is to decorate the hallway leading up to my room to help build anticipation! Even students not in my class want to come in and see what is happening! #tlap
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    #TLAP A3 One of the best experiences I have had. Our 3rd Grade Ss shared the Pledge and our new friends in Israel sang their national anthem.
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 I have taught The Great Gatsby by creating a party atmosphere to introduce the novel with food/decorations (not even for my class, to model it). I have been Napoleon Dynamite for half day fro drama class. I will never say no!! Take risks to the max! HAVE FUN! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: Leprechaun STEM traps were built and our room was DESTROYED by the leprechauns. Gold rocks, glitter, footprints, etc. were everywhere! Got the kids talking! #tlap
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: I do not wear costumes, but I've gotten really good at storytelling. I often feel like a performance artist as I introduce a #PBL or lesson. #TLAP
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: I haven't done the costumes! I have 'set the stage' with our weather unit by having students study a map and have to stand in front of a green screen to become a meteorologist! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    That's so cool! It's becoming a lost art, too! #TLAP
    In reply to @FlowersClass2nd, @burgessdave
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4. Keep the curiosity rising and guessing by not letting them know what's coming next! Waiting until the very end of an activity to explain the why or purpose! In library, we wear Dr. Seuss shirts on his b-day and for book fair, sometimes costumes! #tlap
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4) Just small little things so far...but I have always wanted to use a TREX costume for my class somehow... #tlap
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3- I love to use #googletrends to show relevance of line graphs and true change over time #TLAP Maps? Check out how searches vary by location Inferences? Ask why to every bit of info....
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: I love random questions that are seemingly unrelated + then use an interesting video. For example, I may ask, how can ice help us learn about circumference? Then, I'll show this... #tlap Spinning ice disk in Michigan's Pine River https://t.co/ejEub23CSi via @YouTube
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Looks like a super awesome PD session, Melissa! #TLAP
    In reply to @The_Groffice
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 I provide clues to upcoming events but won't elaborate, it's a surprise. They keep trying to guess 😀 Sometimes costumes, room transformation based on a theme #tlap
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 - just did a Flipgrid and sang Ramble On from LZ. Teach students to have fun. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Love this, Nicole!! #tlap
    In reply to @NicoleVaughn2nd, @KimSnodgrass
  • SmithteachesK Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4. Got a sand table from another T. Filled it w/ rainbow colored rice & sight word fish w/brads. Made some fishing poles with sticks & magnets. Super simple, nothing big. The kids are loving it. Such a good reminder that it doesn't have to be a huge deal to make an impact #tlap
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 Used greenscreen to create interest in upcoming topic, dressed as famous explorers, wear blue/red tomorrow then the Patriots battled British, had Ss bring old socks and learned about friction #tlap
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: For example: My lectures are not just me sitting there and reading notes. They are more like telling stories around the campfire. I want to build up stories and create anticipation. I want my students leaving my classroom looking forward to the sequel! #tlap
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: My favorite hook . . . the MYSTERY bag. I really love buying them and creating a HOOK for learning. #tlap
  • Math3203 Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4) Ss look forward to Monday Motivation videos. First question every Monday morning.."What's today video on?" They range from inspiration to team work etc. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Awesome! #TLAP
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @burgessdave, @chatterpix
  • MissPthatsMeee Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: My teammate @ohwowmrspowell and I integrated our PBL's- we bought lab coats with NASA patches on them and created this whole video that we showed to our classes. We'd occasionally show up to class as these "other people" and take over the class! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: This is one of my favorite hooks! Engage with costumes, props and setting the stage! #tlap
  • kristi_daws Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: I would post “teasers” in our Google Classroom the day before and/or have a video playing when they came in to “set the stage” for a scenario we were using that day. #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q5 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • rwdavis_edu Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q4 I always try to build excitement for my guest speakers in Statistics by using props, food, and music. #TLAP
  • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: Brought in Civil War bullets and cannon ball, a fox fur, WW2 anti-tank shell. Also have a hat collection I have used to start a unit but my early 1900s material is weak sauce. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • PreK33 Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q4: We are having Dr. Suess Week this week! Hat Day for Cat in the Hat, wear green for Green Eggs and Ham, mismatched socks for Fox in Socks, Crazy hair for The Lorax, and a rainbow goldfish cracker sorting activity for One Fish, Two Fish... #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • sbentonteach Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: We have connected through @Skype with @bmilla84 class. I am looking forward to making more global connections! #tlap
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: We’ve done a mystery envelope (Ss just can’t wait to open it and see what’s inside!) transformed our room into a bat cave, a detective office and a science lab, set materials out and listened as Ss wonder what Miss Trier has store for the day, and we’ve solved mysteries!#tlap
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    I love finding my Ss in the #tlap chat ❤️❤️#conversechat
    In reply to @Kennidy_McCall, @gruffcorn13
  • acottos Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: build cliffhangers! Always make them want to come back! Entice them with hands on projects! Have items that students need to guess what they are...make them think and become intrigued! #tlap
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Right after we skydive? @TaraMartinEDU @burgessdave #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1, @TaraMartinEDU, @burgessdave
  • ksuang4 Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: I haven’t done costumes, that is something I could try. I love building excitement by giving them hints or props to what is coming next. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • msturkintexas Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: I taped top secret envelopes all over the classroom and under chairs and told my Ss not to touch them until the afternoon—longest morning ever for me, BUT probably the most anticipated activity my students ever had in my room! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Oh my!!!! #tlap #SoAwesome! #4thmath
    In reply to @SarahDeslatte, @MrsBallBHE, @mrronclark_, @WadeKing7, @awelcome, @LisaDegnan1, @wsisdschools, @ESCRegion11
  • TechTOSAGina Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4 oohhhhh it takes me back to my 4th grade classrooms days... there may have been some Gold Rush costumes, miner songs and sea chanties aplenty in my classroom #TLAP
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #TLAP A4: There was the day I showed up dressed like a Marine...and having shaved my shoulder length hair. But that was to share with them that I was cast in a role for A Few Good Men. Mostly they were sad to see the hair go. But it did create a "buzz." (Get it!)
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: I love props! Who doesn't love the party store and Target dollar tubs?? #tlap
  • MrsRamsey512 Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    When learning about ancient Egypt and mummification, I put a roll of toilet paper in a box and taped it up with a sign on the outside "winning team's eyes ONLY" After the lesson, Ss competed in a kahoot in groups over what they learned #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: Our teachers learned all about setting the stage and hooking learners by participating in BES Olympics last week! #tlap
  • RichHayzler Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: Last year we Skyped in with news anchors to discuss coverage of the presidential election. What a great opportunity for our MS students. We also bring veterans in every year to meet with our students to share their stories and celebrate their service. Awesome! #tlap
  • bmilla84 Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: I LOVE using props & costumes to set the stage!!! It hooks the students and they instantly buy into what learning experience you’re trying to create! #TLAP
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #TLAP pls tweet photos when you do!
    In reply to @PerkettPE
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: Haven't tried that at all. I'm afraid it wouldn't be apreacted in my school cause no one does it here. #tlap
  • NicoleVaughn2nd Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q1: #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • TechTOSAGina Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Loved connecting with you and your Ss we learned so much! #TLAP
    In reply to @loliveira55, @SkypeClassroom
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KHTeach5 Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: A few weeks ago our 5th grade team dressed up and had an Olympic Day, complete with an opening ceremony, Parade of Athletes, TEAM USA Olympian stories, Metric Olympics and a medal ceremony! #tlap https://t.co/LnruoT3Ish
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: I gave them secret mission envelopes! Inside they were challenged to do 3 raks secretly without getting caught and leave a post it in the kindness board with their good deed! No names of course!#TLAP
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Storytelling is SO powerful!! #tlap
    In reply to @MarianaGSerrato
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    You must post pictures this week! #TLAP
    In reply to @PreK33, @burgessdave
  • KamRenae Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4 #tlap Recently dressed liked a zookeeper and led my class on a bear hunt singing the song after we read books and did lotsa fun activities
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: Been in costume twice so far this year, once to show power of masks on human behavior. Ss painted their faces same day to discuss the psychology of masks as we read Lord of the Flies. Brought in “Red Death” to surprise Ss too. #TLAP
  • yassinisara Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: Recently, I filled a treasure chest with clues to our next theme (Olympics). Put a lock on it and sign that said Open February 5th #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Awww! I love this! So great! #tlap #passionforkindness
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @AQuiltedHeart
  • MrsRamsey512 Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    then students got to "mummify" me and my partner teacher #tlap
  • coachjmsmith Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    For Halloween I get all dressed up in my lab coat funny hat and glasses and perform experiment #TLAP
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: Dressed up like detectives. Gave boarding passes of real ppl for Titanic and did simulation.Told Aron Ralston’s story dramatically w/ my room set up like hiking/camping- they were enthralled by my camelbak. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • BonKramer Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4) In my elementary music classes @SharonBurch_'s #Freddiethefrog puppet helps me get and keep them excited about learning new things. We read the books about Freddie and Eli's adventures and learn about note names, rhythms, tempos and musical styles. Great stuff! #tlap
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    What an awesome idea! 💡 #tlap
    In reply to @NicoleVaughn2nd, @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • RichHayzler Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: Well, we dress up as pirates! Set the tone for a day of pirate learning!! (This is me and my main office staff!) . #tlap
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: honestly, I haven’t done much but I am so open to it! I do often “tease” my students with little clues to get them anxious for the following day and what we will be doing #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: When I was I elementary school our teacher had us make fossils and then she gave us ‘tools’ to excavate them. I remember it 20 years later so I’d say it was pretty memorable! #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐ "Controlling the physical space of my room is one of my secret weapons." @burgessdave Q4: What have you done to create buzz, build excitement, or increase engagement by setting the stage, using props, or wearing costumes? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐
  • AmandaSopko Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: I introduce many concepts and STEM Challenges with a mini design challenge. Ss quickly see problems they don't have solutions for and they begin asking questions that lead right into the upcoming unit and leads to research. It also gets them thinking of solutions. #tlap
  • robinrenee Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4: I dressed up for each decade in our modern Texas Unit. @goodbooklady and I change the library to set the scene for different lessons. #tlap
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A4 - Honestly, anything that shows a human side to who we are. The classroom isn’t ours, but a place for students to find their voice. #tlap
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    You Rock!! #tlap
    In reply to @Shapiro_WTHS
  • TaraMartinEDU Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    I’m in for all of the above! Yes!! #tlap😜
    In reply to @nankr1120, @NowakRo, @burgessdave, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    ✨A5: Swimming with the Sharks Hook 👇✨ #TLAP https://t.co/gwMpQfDkjz
  • AllysonApsey Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: We are celebrating reading in March w/ circus theme—“The Greatest Showman” style. Staff will be performing circus acts for Ss. It is going to be awesome!! Ss will LOVE it!! @MrsJohnsonzps #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Loved those pics!!! #tlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Okay, next up... COSTUMES, Krista! Find a teacher that will jump in with you the first time! It's so fun, and engages instantly! #TLAP
    In reply to @krista_miller
  • _Captain_Smith Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Omg...I want to replicate this!!! #tlap #hooks #engagement
    • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
      A4: Leprechaun STEM traps were built and our room was DESTROYED by the leprechauns. Gold rocks, glitter, footprints, etc. were everywhere! Got the kids talking! #tlap
  • KaliThompson2nd Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: @nearpod is a great tool for this! It’s my favorite way to make connections either with VR or 3D images. Also, my kiddos LOVE IT! #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave, @nearpod
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #TLAP A4 This year, in conjunction with the Winter Olympics, was having Mike Eruzione back to speak with our Ss. To hear his story of the 1980 Hockey gold medal is amazing. We view Miracle and then speak with him about the amazing time in history!
  • Mrs_Lake5th Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #TLAP @powerof20 @TakingInTheView @Mrs_Brown6th @alicekeeler I want to prep kids for math end of mod. Thinking some kind of a breakout game or scavenger hunt with QR codes...any ideas or help?
  • MarciGudenkauf Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5: I’ve stepped out of my comfort zone with new technology/took this year. Flipgrid, booksnaps, green screen, padlets, etc. my kids are eating it up! #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KSCoffeeTeacher Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    *driving home* I’ll catch up later. #tlap
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5 No more worksheets... #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    OMG... LOVE The Great Gatsby! I taught HS English for 4 years, and I miss reading it every year! #TLAP
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • chadw675 Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Thanks for a great chat #tlap. Sorry to head out early! Thanks for the learning and the new people I’ve added to my #PLN
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A4: My Ss love props, too. My favorite prop are 3D glasses with the lenses popped out. They are multiple perspective glasses, scientist eyewear, and so much more! #tlap
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass
  • TeacherAndAdmin Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    New swag is in! The next 100 who subscribe will receive free laptop sticker and pens! Go to https://t.co/WuN7PpvTYH add your email and a link will be send for you to include your mailing address! #kidsfirst #teachers #teacherlife #education #edchat #tlap #culturize
  • JadeEmmonsMU Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    My first period performance is always different than my last. Haha I change my performance to play on what interests them the most and what works best with each group. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • SueTonnesen Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: any chance we get to have fun with kids and adults... #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Better chance of me saying yes without the NAN Skydiving idea. #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo, @nankr1120, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • TechTOSAGina Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Omg best movie ever! I’d love to see pics of that! #TLAP
    In reply to @AllysonApsey, @MrsJohnsonzps
  • xliving3125 Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A2: I have infused music into my social skills lesson. The use of music helped the students to retain the information through song and movements that go along with the social skills they were being introduced to. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • lifeismaikai Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3: I set the stage for PD success by sending Jeopardy answers to some; music to others; Iʻve done scavenger hunts to learn the "keys" for the day, et al #tlap NOTE the staging @burgessdave
  • The_Groffice Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Such an easy way to create anticipation! #tlap
    In reply to @msturkintexas
  • ReadforCupcakes Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: for their first library visit I gave them boarding passes that had their seat assignment on it! We have a “first class” table for thtomorrow best team!#TLAP
  • rwdavis_edu Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Q3 Statistics leans itself to many stories and applications that students can relate too. We do many hands on projects. I even have Trump dice and cards to use a props. From the trump casino #TLAP
  • duffner_karen Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4-my prop to hook Ss for asking questions about a story. They had ask the right questions to get an answer to give them a clue. #tlap
  • mathmrsdeluca Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: I did an escape room and LOVED the outcome and engagement levels! The room was decorated with caution tape, locks, chains, and even my cat who was “catnapped”. I’ve never seen my Ss so excited! #TLAP
  • njkraai Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A5: Students look to you as the T as the model. If you are fired up and excited, they will be to. If you are dreading the lesson, they will notice that as well. #TLAP
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    It wasn't a newsletter, we filmed stories, used a green screen, did book reviews, interviews, reported on school and community stuff. It rocked lol :) #TLAP
    In reply to @misslynch_MB
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A5: Immerse myself in learning from the best.. all of you! I don’t just bring my A Game... I Bring YOURS too! #tlap #Nan3EDU
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Right? Am on my phone or I’d have flopped some on here. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    You are welcome in my class anytime! A rainforest sounds amazing! I want to do that! I love the Rainforest Cafe... mostly for the environment! #TLAP
    In reply to @VjohnsonEDU
  • sbentonteach Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: I transform my classroom into a bat cave, a hospital, and a science laboratory. I have costumes for each of these themes! #tlap
  • excusemymonday Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A1: I ❤️ making my students reenact history! I wish I had been recording when they pretended to be conquistadors. 😂 #tlap #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "Hooks containing the element of movement can be extremely effective." - @burgessdave Q1: How have you used movement to engage your students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    #truthbomb #tlap
    In reply to @SueTonnesen
  • sdtitmas Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Marci!! Sounds like you are doing an amazing job! I love all of these #TLAP
    In reply to @MarciGudenkauf
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3: when my 4th grs had to create a piece of furniture w/ a purpose. Connecting it to a furniture company in Aus. @NorvaNivelUS using app @MorphiApp #designthinking then I printed them out 3D printer. #tlap
  • FlowersClass2nd Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: Just getting out of my comfort zone. Ss don't know that I'm embarrassed or nervous; they just think I'm silly or doing something crazy. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 pt. 2: I build excitement using a leaderboard (1st tab), prizes (2nd tab) and an advancement map (5th tab) www.gamemorim-escape #tlap
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 one of my fav props is the famed ECONOMY TOWER !! The construction of it gets the kids every time - hook line and sinker !! #TLAP
  • daleyscience Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 Costume props!! Lab coat, fun science shirts, crazy hats, giant blowup microphone... #tlap
  • hayes_melisa Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Hello #TLAP fam- running late due to my oldest b-day🎉 but thought I’d jump in;) Melisa from Ohio -teach 2nd
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: On my Bucket List!!! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • MrPStrunk Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: I am still new to the profession, but I think one of the ways I have helped adjust my performance has been developing a belief that is better to be respected than it is to be liked. However respected and liked do not (and should not) be mutually exclusive! #tlap
  • libtechGT Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    We are discussing #hooks in our #bookclub now! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: "Be the change you want to see in the world." There is nothing more inspiring than a passionate educator who believes in the potential of ALL students! Show them you care! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • PerkettPE Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5) I once talked like a Pirate for an entire day on National ‘Talk Like a Pirate Day.’ That isn’t east BTW... #tlap
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: Much like the last question, I don't lecture, I tell a story and as we go create dramatic pauses or pass the "mic" to the students. I end the day exhausted, but kids love to come back to hear how the story continues the next day :) #TLAP
  • mrstfrazier Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4 sometimes the simplest thing can build anticipation for a lesson to come - like a box in the center of a table with a few locks on it...what could be inside??? #TLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: I use the costume hook constantly! One student once asked me "How many teaching costumes do you have?"... haha! #tlap
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Ha! You know I’ll compromise 🤣 #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @NowakRo, @burgess_shelley, @burgessashlyn1
  • Toups_J Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #TLAP A5 Teaching is all about saying the right things to hook your Ss. I imagine I am @ofctimallen Tim the Toolman Taylor. I do grunts and teach my Ss to say #MorePower. My class is #ShowTime <3 what I do. Check out the wisdom from Amy Farrah Fowler
  • acottos Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: I'll admit that I'm not crafty, but I'm coming around to it! Ss need to show their own sense of creativity through crafts...their creativity shares a lot about who they are. #tlap
  • coachjmsmith Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: give the students some information and give them the opportunity to solve the problem #TLAP
  • krista_miller Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: I have used a variety of technology and tried many new things this year - love using Wixie and Genius Hour this year! Love giving the students more choice! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4 pt. 2: I build excitement using a leaderboard (1st tab), prizes (2nd tab) and an advancement map (5th tab) https://t.co/4NDIvacWII #tlap
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4a: Our awesome @tjbaSTEAM science teacher challenged students to dress up as elements. Great fun! #tlap
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: TO kick off poetry one year I wrote a Poem about how Unicorns are real, got a little emotional reading it, that years group rocked the spoken word poetry. #TLAP
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • lcarter5656 Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: Well, to be honest, sometimes I just have to be foolish to capture their attention. I often tell an embarrassing story about myself. One time I taught math on a hover board to keep them engaged. #IHMarchMadness #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Isn't it amazing how quickly our Ss follow our lead when we step outside our comfort zone! SO GREAT! #tlap
    In reply to @MarciGudenkauf
  • ksuang4 Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: Technology has been my new hook this year! Tons of different ideas that have gotten the Ss completely engaged. We do weekly flipgrids on random topics-by far one of their favs! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • robin_schuh Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: Just pushing myself out of my comfort zone all the time. Silly voices, costume, hooks, etc. Giving them the empathy to create their learning! #tlap
  • mrsbradstreet3 Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4. I lead a kindness challenge for the entire school. We incorporated a spirit week and a interactive bulletin board. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Oh!! And dabbing! Ha! #tlap
    In reply to @nnekamcgee, @tjbaSTEAM
  • MarianaGSerrato Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Could not agree more :) #TLAP
    In reply to @Toups_J, @ofctimallen
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Some Ss had never painted their faces before, and they had to choose scary, pretty, military-style or funny. Then we talked about how they felt wearing the paint. #tlap
    In reply to @NAEmmanuele
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5 - Just realizing how much information is available to students. They can research almost anything, at anytime. We have to hook them on learning. I can’t just stand in front of them and spit out facts or notes. #tlap
  • RichHayzler Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: As Principal, students in MS often don't realize that I was once a teacher. I love walking into classrooms and team teaching or doing a model lesson. Students are like "Wait, what,...you weren't always a Principal? I hook 'em right in! #tlap
  • NowakRo Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5 I have done TED talks, I have flipped my class around. I have used voices. I try to make books come alive in class. Thanks to some EPIC examples, there will be "guest" visitors as well as different characters stop by...in person & virtually. SO MANY PLANS! OMG! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • supervxn Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    It's a difficult job but someone has to do it.... #tlap
    In reply to @chadw675
  • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: this is why I’m here 😊 I do read excerpts from Upton Sinclair’s “The Jungle” like it’s story time though. #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • MindiMiller20 Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    I have recently gone all in with my guided reading rotations with Seesaw. The kids read and record their journals, show and explain their squiggles, respond to a book they have read, etc. It makes it so much more fun for them and for me.#tlap #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • miss_keck Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: I have changed in several ways. Flexibility should be a teachers middle name! Especially when allowing Ss to create and grow in their own way! I have to let go of some control and let them run! #IHMarchMadness #TLAP
  • nnekamcgee Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    It was an awesome day! Our kiddos showed up and showed out. #tlap #HowWeSTEAM
    In reply to @burgessdave, @tjbaSTEAM
  • NicoleVaughn2nd Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: I wish I did more of this. I often jump right into a lesson without a hook. Fail. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Meems852 Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5 adding Gamification to my class 4 years ago was a total game changer for me! #tlap #xplap
  • MiddletonEdTech Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: I learned so many great strategies to alter my performance from @burgessdave and #kidsdeserveit Just be great for kids! Simple and yet so powerful! #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    You've got this! 🤗#TLAP
    In reply to @NicoleVaughn2nd, @burgessdave
  • LindaEdwardsi Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I've stepped out adding more technology tools for myself and S's. Last week was learning Powtoon #tlap
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ Q6 coming up in 1 minute! #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • excusemymonday Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: Durig science units I like to “leak” one of the materials we will be using in the next lab. You should have seen their faces when I said we would be using 🔥🔥🔥 #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Ok THAT is impressive! Wow! #tlap
    In reply to @lcarter5656
  • sesrock1979 Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: I’ve done a lot more with video this year. Recently, I’ve been reeling in fellow staff members outside of the department to “star” in them. I think it’s good for the kids to see that collaboration. #TLAP
  • mhayes611 Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • Howell0405 Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: I use Kagan, technology pieces and being myself. I use to think that I had to be so serious! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Kennidy_McCall Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5 I feel like most children have the mindset that school is a job. If you as a teacher make school interesting, you can permanently change that mindset. It may change their future. #tlap
  • KFelicello Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5- speaking honestly and openly with Ss has worked for me...Ss can spot phoniness a mile away....show them respect and they ill show it back! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Love @flipgrid! So quick and easy to engage Ss! #tlap
    In reply to @ksuang4, @Flipgrid
  • Jenroybook Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    #tlap I stood way up on the heater to get the attention of an excitable group. And stayed silent. Until I began the lesson on foreshadowing...
  • AllysonApsey Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: We model creativity and innovation on our #PrincipalsPlayhouse Facebook LIVE talk show! https://t.co/dtnfjulSPH New episode this week—Thursday at 7:30pm EST #tlap
  • mrsegall Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: Key word PERFORMANCE! #TLAP
  • mrbgilson Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I filmed, they wrote their scripts by the end of the year. We used iMovie. Yeah and school happenings, the weather, we had special segments to try and get kids involved that typically can't. It was the joy of my life lol but then I switched schools. Will try again. #TLAP
    In reply to @misslynch_MB
  • TechTOSAGina Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5 I try to keep it relevant and meaningful... hooking kids with real life connections and experiences... exposing them to life outside their four walls, and making connections to the world around them #TLAP
  • woodard_julie Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Bye, comfort zone !!#tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter, @MarciGudenkauf
  • miss_ginder Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: being silly and loud... moving around the room and standing on desks to get them engaged! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • MrWawczak Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    That’s the kind of class I’d buy tickets to go to! #tlap
    In reply to @NowakRo
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "If you are committed to the TLAP system, you should always be willing to adapt to the changing atmospheric conditions." @burgessdave Q6: How have you incorporated reality TV, tech., or challenges/ missions to engage students in your lesson? #TLAP
  • MissKTrier Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5: I’ve stepped out of my comfort zone this year, and I’m never going back! Sharing and collaborating on Twitter, Instagram, and Voxer, growing my PLN, have made a huge impact on how I teach. I’m inspired by amazing educators to push myself to my full potential for my Ss! #tlap
  • ItsAMrY Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #tlap A5: My Ss tell me they are always entertained by my "performance." But that's not a hook to math. SO, last problem of every hmwk assignment is a word problem foreshadowing the next lesson. If I've done it well, they are VERY interested in the next topic.
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • Artguy76 Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5: you always have to! Seeing that the same thing isn’t working for one class & changing it up! The sign of a great T!!! #tlap
  • AllysonApsey Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    You rock!! #tlap #QuincyOn
    In reply to @MrsJohnsonzps
  • mrsmastracchio Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5: Using silly voices, singing, dancing. Being willing to do whatever it takes to keep them engaged! Empowering my students to do the same. Because kids deserve our best everyday and we're all in this together! A captain can not be a successful sailor without a crew! #tlap
  • Shapiro_WTHS Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5 -using tech as a tool for improved engagement. #tlap
  • mwaysrms Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5: We were learning about spoken word one time and it wasn’t planned, but all of a sudden I was speaking in verse. Dramatic readings for survival. #tlap
    • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
      ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨ "You are a public speaker, own it, and be intentional about honing your skills of engagement." @burgessdave Q5: How have you altered YOUR performance to hook students? #TLAP ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • SmithteachesK Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5 As we were doing a phonics sort one day, I felt like I was hosting the Price is Right, so I ran with it and started being really goofing when calling the students up to sort their card. "Come on down..." They loved and beg me to "do the game show" every time now. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Yes! Those real world connections can make all the difference! #tlap
    In reply to @TechTOSAGina
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Such a fun hook, Karen! Thanks for sharing! #TLAP
    In reply to @duffner_karen, @burgessdave
  • ToddShriver Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #tlap A5 Our SS Department made an effort to move toward primary source learning. Our goal is to seek out the history makers of the day and ask them to share their stories with our students. It has engaged our students and made them interested in history.
  • gdorn1 Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5. Giving Ss voice and choice and letting go! #tlap
  • KateSutterLHS Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A2 again: when I taught Govt, I wrote the first 12 amendments to 12 Days of Christmas and went Constitutionally Caroling. AD always played along, and when I made them sing to cafeteria, I had a couple former students run up to join #tlap
    In reply to @KimSnodgrass, @burgessdave
  • JuliePJones Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Yesssssss!!!!! #tlap
    In reply to @Kennidy_McCall
  • nankr1120 Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Love this! #tlap 👊💥
    In reply to @sesrock1979
  • nlmorrow4 Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A5: Crime scenes, posted challenges and figuring out why Miss Morrow hung random green paper all over the room/hallway to ignite curiosity #tlap
  • excusemymonday Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A2: I love playing music in the background when we are writing. I feel like it really gets the creative juices flowing and helps those writer’s block moments for the Ss as they work. #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • KimSnodgrass Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    ✨A6: Reality TV Hook👇 ✨ #TLAP https://t.co/CZMFpzlJeF
  • MarisaEThompson Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4 Room is set up for discussion, collaboration, creation.. exploring literature takes a team! :) Grad robes make great judge robes! #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5: It is key for me to let my reality show and to not be afraid for my Ss to see me as a human who happens to teach them. #tlap
  • MRegan_Baxter Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q3 Giving students choices for assignments/assessments based on their interests and current events. Ss worked together one year to create a classroom Olympics for measurement. Turned out amazing! #TLAP #IHMarchMadness
  • AllysonApsey Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST