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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:00 PM EST

Happy Sunday! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Val from Michigan and I'm co-moderating with the amazing @lekadegroot.

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hello, everyone! I'm Leka from Iowa co-hosting with the incredible @valruckes #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:01 PM EST

Have you signed up for this? I have, and many of the others in my building are participating, too! #1stchat

GSPlayDay Jan 8 @ 7:17 PM EST

What if the World Came Together to Play? It Is, Feb 1st. Will Your School? https://t.co/6RmDJthwq9 #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Tonight is an Open Chat! Share ideas, resources and questions. Nothing is off-limits! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi! Gloriann from MN here! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi #1stchat friends, great to be back together, hope your holidays were wonderful!!!

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Happy New Year, Leka! #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi Gloriann, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi, Gloriann! Happy new year! #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi Traci, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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LemarrTreadwell Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno Ca. Hello #1stchat. First time visitor

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Thank you! Happy New Year to you, too! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Happy new year, Traci! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi, @LemarrTreadwell! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello, Lemarr. Welcome to #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi Lemarr, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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McMains1st Jan 8 @ 8:03 PM EST

Kelly from Kansas - glad that be back! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Kelly, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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tracey_bleakley Jan 8 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi everyone! I'm Tracey from Texas. Hope you had a wonderful break! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi, Kelly! Great to see you! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:04 PM EST

@mflicek1, the #K2CanToo conference is a technology focus. :) #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi, Tracey! Happy New Year! #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:05 PM EST

I've been admiring everyone's OLW (one little word) for 2017. Please feel free to share yours! #1stchat

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:05 PM EST

#1stchat Happy New Year my friends! Claire here from chilly Vermont! It's so great to be here.

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hi Claire, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:06 PM EST

Happy new year #1stchat! Amy from Iowa!

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hi Amy, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:07 PM EST

YES! I was wondering everyone's #OneWord2017 as well! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:05 PM EST

I've been admiring everyone's OLW (one little word) for 2017. Please feel free to share yours! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi, Amy! Yay another Iowan in #1stchat! Staying warm?

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:08 PM EST

Here's #oneword2017 link: DREAM :) https://t.co/xnOWqmn98c #1stchat

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi everyone!! Coming off an awesome Packer win! Michelle from Green Bay! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

Hi, Michelle! Happy New Year! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

What was the temp there tonight? Looked very chilly!! #1stchat

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Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

my #oneword2017 is rediscover, my youngest graduates this year and I want to focus on prekid times with my hubby. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

I always have trouble narrowing it down to "one word". #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

My #OneWord2017 continues to be "LISTEN" listen closely to everyone's stories! #1stchat

McMains1st Jan 8 @ 8:09 PM EST

My OLW is Unruffled - life has a way of being crazy and I need to keep calm and take it in stride! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:10 PM EST

Hi Michelle, Happy New Year! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:10 PM EST

I did, too!! Finally "settled" on one. :/ #1stchat

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dubioseducator Jan 8 @ 8:10 PM EST

Sorry #1stchat Golden Globes 2night. On a movie roll: LION, LA LA LAND, MANCHESTER BY THE SEA & today HIDDEN FIGURES my favorite so far 1/2

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:10 PM EST

That's a good one. Would you care to elaborate? #1stchat

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EHSMrsJ Jan 8 @ 8:10 PM EST

Hi friends! My #OneWord2017 is READ; I'm committing to read more than watch in the new year! https://t.co/J2coUzqLy7 🚫📺 #1stchat

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

Good evening! Gail from PA ... love teaching my "firsties" #1stchat!

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

Happy New Year #1stchat Hope everyone is doing well.

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

Who's going to ISTE this summer? not sure I can make it this time. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

spend a lot of time in ice arena for my youngest's hockey tournament. brrr! Getting tired of indoor recesses:( #1stchat

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cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

#1stchat #oneword2017 My one word for the year is GRATITUDE! I loved this!

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

Tonight's an Open Chat! Don't be shy...please ask your burning questions or share anything you would like! #1stchat

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

My #OneWord2017 is Mindful. Mindful in planning, mindful in instruction, mindful in life. #1stchat

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

I do not think I will make #ISTE17 but I am headed to #FETC in just a few weeks. #1stchat

dubioseducator Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

2/2 my olw2017 & post https://t.co/POuvR7zN2B #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Probably no for me, too:( Last year was a blast though! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi, Gail! Happy New Year! #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

I love that one! Mindfulness is so important! #1stchat

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

My #OneWord2017 is Mindful. Mindful in planning, mindful in instruction, mindful in life. #1stchat

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Almost forgot! Jane here from Kansas and so happy to be back! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

yes it was, let's work out that #1stchat get together!!!

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Probably no for me, too:( Last year was a blast though! #1stchat
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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Last year was one of those best memories in life! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Probably no for me, too:( Last year was a blast though! #1stchat
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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

I want my Ss to dream big with #geniushour, to not hold back. I need to do the same with things on my bucket list - work & pleasure #1stchat

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mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

My own word is persevere!! #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

hi friend! #1stchat

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hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:12 PM EST

Agreed! indoor recess is killing me. So MUCH construction paper on the floor. Tomorrow....we are supposed to have ice #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

Great word! #1stchat

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:11 PM EST

#1stchat #oneword2017 My one word for the year is GRATITUDE! I loved this!

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

My one word is persevere!! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hi, Jane! Happy New Year! #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

My #oneword is uncomfortable. It is where I learn and grow. #1stchat

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hi Stranger! How is everything with you? #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

Oooh! I like this!! #1stchat

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JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:14 PM EST

Thank you! Hope all is well with you? #1stchat

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hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:14 PM EST

I love your word Michelle!!! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:14 PM EST

Indoor recess is a four letter word. Ugh. #1stchat

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LemarrTreadwell Jan 8 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 I am a nubbie. I just signed on yesterday. My own word is Relevance #1stchat

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

such an inspiring word Terry! #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

My #oneword is Change. Change in thinking and behavior in order to learn. #1stchat

AssignmentHelpN Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri #GCLchat #ISNchat

massignmenthelp Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

10 Apps That Every Teacher Needs to Use https://t.co/MhQSHYIJzE #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #ecet2 #edchatri #GCLchat #ISNchat5

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

#1stchat I love ISTE! I wish I was going.

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q So... what do your students do during indoor recess? Any good games? I have some $ to spend. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

Anyone have a fun unit coming up? #1stchat We are ready for our long historical figures unit, my fav #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

That is so true. If there is no discomfort you are not learning and growing. #1stchat

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:13 PM EST

My #oneword is uncomfortable. It is where I learn and grow. #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

GoNoodle is our best friend! And Legos. Lots of Legos. :) #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

We just have to push each other into that uncomfortable or confusing place:) #1stchat

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GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

My oneword is POSITIVITY. Staying away from all neg. and only giving positive vibes to all #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

I got blocks and these magnet shapes this year that the kids love!! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q So... what do your students do during indoor recess? Any good games? I have some $ to spend. #1stchat

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

#1stchat Such a great word CHANGE.......

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

I agree, I like having @GoNoodle plus and can academics to the fun! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

Do you have a link to the products? #1stchat

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hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

#1stchat My students this year have really gotten in to battleship and mancala. They also always play dogs and cats.

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q So... what do your students do during indoor recess? Any good games? I have some $ to spend. #1stchat

AmandaRapstad Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

Hey everyone! Amanda from Montana jumping in a bit late. Hope you all had a nice holiday break! #1stchat

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:17 PM EST

Just starting opinion writing this week. #unitsofstudy #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:18 PM EST

I am going to really try to do more with Integration of Knowledge and Detail by teaching with theme and content topics. #1stchat

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:19 PM EST

Kansas day and history of types of homes for me this month! #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:19 PM EST

I'm doing a variety of coding activities, but struggling w/ enough help. Wishing for more devices & hands. #1stchat

AmandaRapstad Jan 8 @ 8:19 PM EST

Has anyone used BreakoutEDU with their class? Got a kit funded afteran edcamp & am trying to figure out logistics w/whole class. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:19 PM EST

Hi, Amanda! Glad you are joining us! #1stchat

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thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:19 PM EST

My kids love the marble and tubes so they can build a contraption and watch the marble follow the path going through things #1stchat

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GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

Good 'ol Legos... Feed the Woozle, Bounce-Off #1stchat

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cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

#1stchat Go Noodle is our go to at inside recess.....

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q So... what do your students do during indoor recess? Any good games? I have some $ to spend. #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes! I've done 1, and am prepping another to intro Bloxels! :) #1stchat

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tracey_bleakley Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

This year's group loves to build. Lincoln logs, magnatiles and marble runs are a few of their favorites. #1stchat

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Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

we are doing types of homes this week too, #1stchat

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AmandaRapstad Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

@MrsHeikes Me too! I started using Kodable not realizing all of it wasn't free. Tried Tynker last week and it was kind of confusing #1stchat

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hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

#1stchat We are getting ready to start our Sun, Moon, and Earth Unit I'm excited we got new standards this year. So I am making the unit :)

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

Anyone have a fun unit coming up? #1stchat We are ready for our long historical figures unit, my fav #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

Have you seen a new @ProjectsByJen project? #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST

Focusing on "Kindness" & our goal is 100 Acts of Kindness by 2/14. Read " Each Kindness" & my students clapped after. #touching #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST

Anyone have a fun unit coming up? #1stchat We are ready for our long historical figures unit, my fav #1stchat

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:21 PM EST

#1stchat Gail what things do you have in your opinion writing unit or how do you start it?

In reply to @GCannon73, @Woods1stgrade

AmandaRapstad Jan 8 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MrsHeikes which one did you use? Was it one of the ones from their site? #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:21 PM EST

Oh yeah. My sons have these. They love them! #1stchat

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thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:21 PM EST

Nope! Never heard of that but following now! Thank you #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:22 PM EST

Hi Amanda, Happy New Year! #1stchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:22 PM EST

We have a ton of Legos and marble run and blocks. Looking for some board or card games perhaps? #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:22 PM EST

Awesome! We did a lot of kindness acts during Christmas, I want to hold on that and keep it up. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
Focusing on "Kindness" & our goal is 100 Acts of Kindness by 2/14. Read " Each Kindness" & my students clapped after. #touching #1stchat
- Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
  
  Anyone have a fun unit coming up? #1stchat We are ready for our long historical figures unit, my fav #1stchat

thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:22 PM EST

Is there information on @Lowes website about this grant? I'm interested! I've never heard of it #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

Yes, it was Rudolph, which was fantastic. #1stchat

In reply to @AmandaRapstad

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

Did you get any of the coding games? I have 2, but haven't broke them open yet. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:22 PM EST

We have a ton of Legos and marble run and blocks. Looking for some board or card games perhaps? #1stchat
In reply to @Catherine_D2013

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

My students love puzzles. I buy the 25 piece ones from Dollar Tree. Not to long and not to short time wise. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @Catherine_D2013

KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

Happy New Year #1stchat friends.

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

yes, just type in Lowes school grants and I think that's how I found it. I"m so excited!! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

I will be doing a marble run project by @ProjectsByJen as part of my passion project day. Anyone else interested? @thepankopost #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

Do you have Apples to Apples @lekadegroot #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

Correction: Not too long and not too short. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:23 PM EST

My students love puzzles. I buy the 25 piece ones from Dollar Tree. Not to long and not to short time wise. #1stchat
In reply to @lekadegroot, @Catherine_D2013

00blahblah00 Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

That isn't sisterhood. That's pure competition. I can't listen to Roar. It's the same strange concept. #1stchat #CAedchat

katyperry Dec 26 @ 11:04 PM EST

sisters. https://t.co/5ZE21x2aNk

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

We have a turtle one. Which ones do you have? #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

Hi Karen, Happy New Year! #1stchat

In reply to @KLirenman

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

Wow! That sounds fantastic! #1stchat How do you find these things?

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Lowes, @AndoverSchools

thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:25 PM EST

I don't have many pieces unfortunately. Maybe next year 😭 #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:25 PM EST

#1stchat what is the actual project Leka?

In reply to @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen, @thepankopost

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:25 PM EST

The Turtle one is one, I will check the other one. I saw it at #ST4T #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:24 PM EST

We have a turtle one. Which ones do you have? #1stchat
In reply to @FirstAtBat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:25 PM EST

@GCannon73 I have @PlayOsmo, @code.org, @bloxels, @Ozobots now. :) Only 7 iPads, 5 Chromebooks and 1 me. #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:25 PM EST

The kids create it. They can use materials such as oilet tubes. #1stchat @ProjectsByJen

In reply to @thepankopost, @ProjectsByJen

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:26 PM EST

https://t.co/TfIiPCRf3B #1stchat @ProjectsByJen @thepankopost

In reply to @cdmom, @ProjectsByJen, @thepankopost

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:26 PM EST

https://t.co/rOleYn1cs5 #1stchat @ProjectsByJen @thepankopost

In reply to @cdmom, @ProjectsByJen, @thepankopost

thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:26 PM EST

Oh I might be interested then! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:26 PM EST

Here is the site https://t.co/TfIiPCRf3B #1stchat @ProjectsByJen

In reply to @thepankopost, @ProjectsByJen

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:26 PM EST

Here is the site https://t.co/gPWMOdtiLb #1stchat @ProjectsByJen

In reply to @thepankopost, @ProjectsByJen

swkreed Jan 8 @ 8:27 PM EST

Also paper towel tubes as well! #1stchat

In reply to @thepankopost, @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:27 PM EST

Let me know if any of you could connect with me on January 19 on https://t.co/TfIiPCRf3B #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:27 PM EST

Let me know if any of you could connect with me on January 19 on https://t.co/OBzcBC5IV0 #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:28 PM EST

Our elementary is hosting "Winter Blast" a day teachers lead projects of their passion. Ss choose which class to join:) Excited! #1stchat

thepankopost Jan 8 @ 8:28 PM EST

Im actually doing that activity in my college night class this next semester :) #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @ProjectsByJen

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:29 PM EST

That's really cool! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:29 PM EST

What a fun time that will be! Great idea! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:30 PM EST

How cool is that! #celebrateLPS #1stchat @LecantoPrimary

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:28 PM EST

Our elementary is hosting "Winter Blast" a day teachers lead projects of their passion. Ss choose which class to join:) Excited! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:30 PM EST

It is a great project day! #1stchat

In reply to @MrsHeikes

tracey_bleakley Jan 8 @ 8:30 PM EST

How fun! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:30 PM EST

This is our second year. I loved every minute of the day last year:) Ss were so excited! #1stchat

In reply to @JaneCulver5

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

what are your fav, word wall, sight word activities #1stchat

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

We used to do something like that for 100 day! Kids love it! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

Let me know if you are interested in trying this! https://t.co/zLaxXy3qeA #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

Let me know if you are interested in trying this! https://t.co/TfIiPCRf3B #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:32 PM EST

@lekadegroot have you ever shown the kids the Rube Golberg video @gcouros uses? #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @gcouros

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:32 PM EST

#1stchat I love this idea of the marble run challenge. I think I want my class to try this. @lekadegroot

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:32 PM EST

No. Can you share it with me please? #1stchat @gcouros

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @gcouros

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:33 PM EST

Let me know if it works out to connect vis Google Hang Out on Jan 19. #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:34 PM EST

January 19? Pretty please?? #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:34 PM EST

#1stchat My kiddos love hide the monster Put sight words in a pocket chart One ss hides the monster. other 2 guess words to find monster

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

what are your fav, word wall, sight word activities #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:34 PM EST

I'm thinking just using a wall:) #1stchat

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FirstAtBat Jan 8 @ 8:34 PM EST

Tomorrow is my first day with kids, bowing out early to go prepare. #1stchat Have a great week and stay warm .

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

https://t.co/EP7gI4viQp @lekadegroot Here it is!! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

Thanks! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

https://t.co/EP7gI4viQp @lekadegroot Here it is!! #1stchat
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cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

#1stchat fav activities stickie notes of www hidden around the room to find then write then put into ABC order

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

My students enjoy doing Rainbow Words and Roll a Sight Word. Sometimes I do sight word Bingo but it depends on the group. #1stchat

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:31 PM EST

what are your fav, word wall, sight word activities #1stchat

KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:35 PM EST

If anyone here in #1stchat is interested in learning more about salmon we have adopted 55 salmon eggs. My students will be experts soon.

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:36 PM EST

I knew I could count on you!! It's a date:) lol! Let's touch base with details later. #1stchat

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msdavisteach1st Jan 8 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q-how do you help Ss (and yourself) keep their energy up going into the next few months with assessments, stress and report cards? #1stchat

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:36 PM EST

Stay strong;) #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:37 PM EST

We would love to! #1stchat

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KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:37 PM EST

Try to find ways to make learning fun and engaging. #1stchat

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swkreed Jan 8 @ 8:37 PM EST

Make sure to name them all. :) #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:37 PM EST

Have a great day! #1stchat

In reply to @FirstAtBat

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

has to be fun, engaging, student driven they can do so much more now, projects are great #1stchat

msdavisteach1st Jan 8 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q-how do you help Ss (and yourself) keep their energy up going into the next few months with assessments, stress and report cards? #1stchat

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

I'd love to do some collaborating on this! We just started information unit and could use this for research/writing! #1stchat

In reply to @KLirenman

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

Do I have any MN, WI, IA, ND, SD T who would love 2 have a tech conf in Mpls this summer? Trying to get #K2CanToo here late July! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

One HUGE change I noticed about myself/eating clean really helps my energy level. Couldn't believe the difference! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:40 PM EST

Tell us more about it! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

Do I have any MN, WI, IA, ND, SD T who would love 2 have a tech conf in Mpls this summer? Trying to get #K2CanToo here late July! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:40 PM EST

@TopDogTeaching, @jessicameacham. @korytellers are some interested in presenting!! #1stchat

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MrLee1stGrade Jan 8 @ 8:40 PM EST

I'm from Northern MN and I would love to have a tech conference to go to. I wish there were some in Fargo/Moorhead area #1stchat

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mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:41 PM EST

I have been working hard towards this also, lots of water/healthy snacks/food, more energy! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @msdavisteach1st

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:41 PM EST

Please consider a couple of days in Mpls to recharge this summer if we get it coordinated! #1stchat

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mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:41 PM EST

Come on @lekadegroot It would be great to get some of us together this summer! #1stchat

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Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:41 PM EST

forgot #1stchat tag....

Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:41 PM EST

Our first days back, pancakes, math games & mystery #skype. We also learned to use google to find information on Kansas crops.

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:42 PM EST

#1stchat I want to go to a tech conference this summer geared for first graders.

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:42 PM EST

No doubt! Tell me where & when! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @MrsHeikes

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:42 PM EST

And daily exercise helps too! Need all the help I can get to keep up with you younguns! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @lekadegroot, @msdavisteach1st

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:43 PM EST

#1stchat I'm interested!

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:43 PM EST

Working with @TechCoachSusan to bring #K2CanToo to Mpls! #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @mflicek1, @TechCoachSusan

KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:43 PM EST

Just spent the day making three healthy dishes to feed me! @msdavisteach1st #1stchat

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mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:43 PM EST

What do you think the price is??? Or is it more like an edcamp? #1stchat

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @MrLee1stGrade

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:44 PM EST

Good girl! I like salads in mason jars. But it's been so cold, I've been doing lots of soups:) #1stchat @msdavisteach1st

In reply to @KLirenman, @msdavisteach1st

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:44 PM EST

Unfortunately it would not be like an edcamp. Not positive yet, but likely $125ish/day? #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @MrLee1stGrade

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:45 PM EST

That would be awesome! I would be interested in presenting! #1stchat @mflicek1 @TechCoachSusan

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @mflicek1, @TechCoachSusan

jessicameacham Jan 8 @ 8:45 PM EST

Raising hands wildly! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:38 PM EST

Do I have any MN, WI, IA, ND, SD T who would love 2 have a tech conf in Mpls this summer? Trying to get #K2CanToo here late July! #1stchat

KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:45 PM EST

I did a vegan yam curry, chicken tomato soup, and chicken chilli. @msdavisteach1s #1stchat

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KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:45 PM EST

Trying out recipes that people have shared with me. Perhaps I did an over kill today, but the freezer is FULL! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:46 PM EST

Yum! I need the curry tomato soup recipe please! #1stchat

In reply to @KLirenman

cdmom Jan 8 @ 8:46 PM EST

#1stchat I have not heard of #K2CanToo where is this taking place?

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @lekadegroot, @mflicek1, @TechCoachSusan

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:46 PM EST

Full freezer? Best feeling ever! #1stchat

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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:48 PM EST

Q How are you all managing crazy busy life after school? Interested in finding out what you go to recipes are! #1stchat

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:49 PM EST

What day is everyone on? Wondering for 100th day of school. We will be on 81 tomorrow. #1stchat

KLirenman Jan 8 @ 8:49 PM EST

We were fortunate to have a #1stchat get together at #ISTE2016. @mflicek1 @MrsHeikes @lekadegroot

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Woods1stgrade Jan 8 @ 8:49 PM EST

Jan. 31 is our 100th day #1stchat

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:49 PM EST

What day is everyone on? Wondering for 100th day of school. We will be on 81 tomorrow. #1stchat

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:50 PM EST

What are the best read alouds for January? #1stchat

hawkeye_teach24 Jan 8 @ 8:50 PM EST

#1stchat We are on day 87 tomorrow.

In reply to @mflicek1

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:50 PM EST

83 for us! If I kept track correctly #1stchat!

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lkdallmann Jan 8 @ 8:50 PM EST

Tomorrow will be 77 #1stchat

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valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:50 PM EST

Have you ever thought about being a guest-moderator for #1stchat? 2017 is your year! Please contact @lekadegroot or myself. Thanks!

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mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:51 PM EST

I am so bummed I wasn't able to get there:( #1stchat

In reply to @KLirenman, @MrsHeikes, @lekadegroot

JaneCulver5 Jan 8 @ 8:51 PM EST

@mflicek1 I 'm hoping for a snow day or two this month! Wishful thinking? #1stchat

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MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:52 PM EST

Likewise. :( I most likely won't make it this year, either. But the year after? Chicago is not far!!! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1, @KLirenman, @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:52 PM EST

MTK Jr. books, Buby Bridges, Rosa Parks. Love watching ss grow empathy through stories. #1stchat

In reply to @GCannon73

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:52 PM EST

I'm going to head out a bit early, we've been water parking all weekend & boy does that take a lot out of you:) Have a good week! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:53 PM EST

Chicago may be an option for me as well! #1stchat @mflicek1 @KLirenman

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @mflicek1, @KLirenman

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:53 PM EST

Have a great week!! Great chatting with you!!! #1stchat

In reply to @mflicek1

jessicameacham Jan 8 @ 8:53 PM EST

A- fortunate to have dear hubby take care of dinners. I just make food calendar plan and do the shopping #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:48 PM EST

Q How are you all managing crazy busy life after school? Interested in finding out what you go to recipes are! #1stchat

lkdallmann Jan 8 @ 8:54 PM EST

#1stchat I love The Hat and the Mitten. Jan Brett is great!

In reply to @GCannon73

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:54 PM EST

#jealous! #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:54 PM EST

Good read alouds for January or anytime. #1stchat

pragmaticmom Dec 18 @ 3:17 PM EST

Weekend Links: Booklists that share, Empathy, Thankfulness and Kindness https://t.co/bm3li7i4Ds via @Jumpintoabook1
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lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:55 PM EST

You r very lucky! I shouldn't complain about my hubby though. He does all the dishes & my boys put the dishes away #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:55 PM EST

I was thinking @donorschoose. Loved when Gates Foundation did funding for PD. THat was awesome! #1stchat

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @MrLee1stGrade, @DonorsChoose

jessicameacham Jan 8 @ 8:55 PM EST

ISTE is in Chicago?! #1stchat If so, I can actually maybe go!

In reply to @lekadegroot, @MrsHeikes, @mflicek1, @KLirenman

mflicek1 Jan 8 @ 8:56 PM EST

That would probably be my only chance also, driving distance. #1stchat

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @KLirenman, @lekadegroot

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:57 PM EST

I'm pretty sure that's what I saw... #1stchat

In reply to @jessicameacham, @lekadegroot, @mflicek1, @KLirenman

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:58 PM EST

Keep us posted on #K2CanToo in Minneapolis #1stchat @jessicameacham @mflicek1 @KLirenman

In reply to @MrsHeikes, @jessicameacham, @mflicek1, @KLirenman

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:59 PM EST

ABSOLUTELY!! :) #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @jessicameacham, @mflicek1, @KLirenman

valruckes - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:59 PM EST

The hour has come and gone! Thanks everyone for another awesome chat. Have an amazing week and stay warm! #1stchat

MrsHeikes Jan 8 @ 8:59 PM EST

I think we should ALL present as the #awesome1stgradeteachers at #ISTE! #1stchat

GCannon73 Jan 8 @ 8:59 PM EST

Looking to add more of you to my PLN and grow as grade 1 T. Thanks for some ideas #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 8 @ 8:59 PM EST

We are only around 70... #1stchat

In reply to @hawkeye_teach24, @mflicek1