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lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hello, everyone! It's time for #1stchat. Leka from Iowa. Tomorrow is our first day of school! Getting excited:)

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Happy Sunday! It's time for #1stchat. I'm Val from Michigan. Hi @lekadegroot!

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@lekadegroot that's exciting for sure! We start next week but the dreams started for me last week:) #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Happy Sunday #1stchat, Traci from KS here looking forward to talking with you all tonight,

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Traci, glad to see you! #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Val! So much to think about, right? #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

AssignmentHelpN Aug 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

This is Why Project Based Learning is the Future of Classroom Teaching https://t.co/DO1t8BT1wO #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi Traci! Same here! #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi ladies! Excited for a #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hello, Georgina! How are you tonight? #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi #1stchat friends! Tracey here from Texas. Tomorrow is our first day too!

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Great, gearing up for week 3. What day do you start? #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

We are doing Q & A tonight here at #1stchat Not too late to list your questions here https://t.co/qXpqQN1MTi

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello everyone. My new intro in chats: Faige substitute teacher (instead of retired LOL) in Los Angeles #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi Tracey, glad you're here! #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi, Tracy! Are you staying dry? #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hopefully all is age where you are! #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hi Georgia, Kids start the day after Labor Day and teachers officially start tomorrow. #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Starting tomorrow. Week 3! That's got to be nice to have your littles all trained? #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1 coming up... #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hopefully not in harms way #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Love the new intro! #1stchat

In reply to @dubioseducator

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi, Faige! I'm sure you are pretty busy substituting! #1stchat

In reply to @dubioseducator

massignmenthelp Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

6 Game-Based Strategies for Teaching Mathematics https://t.co/MUMCL4fWMT #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

That's nice you get a week before the kids come back. We get 2 days (1 1/2 of PD AND 1/2 a day in our room) #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes, @lekadegroot

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Lots of rain, but we are just catching the edge of Harvey. No flooding or anything. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1 by @cdmom "What is a fun beginning of the year activity?" #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

I'll be raking care of faculty & staff Sts while they prepare the rooms & have meetings. Kids start after Labor Day. #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#1stchat Amy from Ontario. Teachers and students begin September 5.

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q1 is on Deck! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1 by @cdmom "What is a fun beginning of the year activity?" #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

They're doing really well. I'm super proud of them. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

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

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I'm near Austin so lots of rain but that's all. #1stchat

In reply to @dubioseducator

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#1stchat Hey Claire here from Vt. just a little late........

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I take pics of them holding a "first day of.." sign. It is displayed all year and they bring it home in June. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1 by @cdmom "What is a fun beginning of the year activity?" #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi, Claire! Your question is on deck! #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

My daughter and family live in Dallas so I keep checking in with her #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Jolly Jump Up, slowly sit down, from reponsive classroom good morning meetings #1stchat Ss love it

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 We are using a thinking routine, Compass Points, to find our what excites them, worries them, things they need to know, etc. #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I do this too. It's so fun to look back at how little they were. #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#1stchat A1 I like to celebrate Dot Day on Sept. 15 by have my Ss draw beautiful dots on our classroom windows.

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I don't know that one... I have to check it out. Do you have a link? #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Jolly Jump Up, slowly sit down, from reponsive classroom good morning meetings #1stchat Ss love it

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q1 We practice routines. Lots of outside time. I let them play a lot (K in Ontario is play-based) and I observe & get to know them #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 First day usually meet greet explore play activities in kinder. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

https://t.co/rpoxY44dtk here's the book #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT
I don't know that one... I have to check it out. Do you have a link? #1stchat
- Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT
  
  A1: Jolly Jump Up, slowly sit down, from reponsive classroom good morning meetings #1stchat Ss love it

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: I came across a tweet about taking that boring getting to know you BINGO and turning it into a book on @BookCreatorApp so fun!#1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Ideal way to get to know kids! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1 I like introducing the Star of The Week by starting with myself as a way for them to learn things about me. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

a1: Ss also bring framed family photos to display in our room for the year, they get to share all about them in our meetings, #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Thanks! I don't have that book. I do have a morning meeting book though. #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

it's a great help with ideas for every part of the morning meeting #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

How did it turn out?? #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @BookCreatorApp

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: we're also using @KaganOnline for cooperative learning. Ss are using Rally Robin to share ideas quickly #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Was curious if anyone did this. A picture from one I did years ago #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I LOVE that idea!! #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1 Student also bring a familiar and loved book from home to share and place in their book bin. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

That's a great idea on a class book and getting to know how to use @bookcreator #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: I came across a tweet about taking that boring getting to know you BINGO and turning it into a book on @BookCreatorApp so fun!#1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

What's Rally Robin? #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @KaganOnline

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2 coming up... #1stchat

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#1stchat I love this. Thanks for sharing.

In reply to @dubioseducator

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I just moved schools and put up a gallery wall for this. Donated frames from @Kijiji #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Kijiji

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Students are given a ? Or topic, think time, and then they take turns sharing. Back and forth like a tennis rally #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @KaganOnline

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I always think I am going to do this and never get around to it. Maybe this year... #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Here is a @BookCreatorApp bingo info #1stchat @Woods1stgrade

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 11 @ 5:44 PM EDT

Great #FirstFiveDay bingo ice breaker activity using @BookCreatorApp & @EasyblogDotOrg #1stchat https://t.co/EcPjyDrkvi

Jennifertorgers Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1: We play a dice game. Each # is a diff fact about them. S's practice taking turns, work in a group & get to know each other. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Very cool! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw, @Woods1stgrade, @Kijiji

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

is this Dot Day? It's Sept. 15, so coming up soon. I love Dot Day #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Was curious if anyone did this. A picture from one I did years ago #1stchat
In reply to @cdmom

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q2 by me:) "What kind of team building activities do you do?" #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

They were so cute. All took pictures of classmates. Some typed their names & others started writing sentences about their friends. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @BookCreatorApp

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#1stchat Dot Day Pictures......Ss love climbing on the counter.....we use liquid chalk markers.....Looking forward to doing it again.

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 We start our morning meetings. Take turns sharing "My name is __ and I feel __ because __." We do it every day. Empathy. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q2 by me:) "What kind of team building activities do you do?" #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q2 is on deck! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q2 by me:) "What kind of team building activities do you do?" #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Yes, that's it! I airdropped the book to each iPad. #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot, @BookCreatorApp, @Woods1stgrade

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Ss bring something important to them for our Wonder Box. We share a few each day. A fun way for Ss to learn about each other. #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Our EC classes do this but what a gr8 idea 4elementary. Invites language & literacy development can be endless w/this as a prompt #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw, @Woods1stgrade, @Kijiji

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

What a great way to tie wonder & students' passion! Love it! #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Ss bring something important to them for our Wonder Box. We share a few each day. A fun way for Ss to learn about each other. #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Yes it was something we did w/kinders. Dot markers and many many bottle caps. Kids worked in groups. Lots of laughter & silliness #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

teams, Ss have been building things together in their morning tubs to start each day. An easy & fun way to get collaborating #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2 We record compliments we earn as/team for good hallway walking, coming 2 meeting area quietly, etc. Earn 10 & celebrate! #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Morning start with free choice/play but the parameter is that most material involve sharing & collaborative work. #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Give groups of 4 or 5 25 red solo cups to build a tower. Debrief after first attempts. What worked? What didn't? Then try again.#1stchat

key4kids Aug 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

ESSENTIAL SPELLING LIST #1 2017 - 10 WORDS https://t.co/ut769Zp2vC #firstgrade #1stchat #educhat #edtech #backtoschool #spelling

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I just bought a few things for this off TpT and plan on having a few out throughout the day. Lots of collaboration. #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Reminds me of the marshmallow challenge! I do it with my ESL students when I teach summers at the university! #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q3 coming up... #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A2 New this year: Teams work together to build the tallest tower out of 5 or 6 items/boxes they select in advance. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

#1stchat A2 love the cups idea....I'm going to try this one. Thanks

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q3 by @Woods1stgrade "What are good beginning of the year apps?? #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q3 is on deck! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q3 by @Woods1stgrade "What are good beginning of the year apps?? #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 @MonstersCanRead is amazing. 3 levels of phonics presented in game format.

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@lekadegroot Are we talking app for teacher use or student use or both? #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 @EpicKidsBooks is free for educators and provides tons of books, including "read to me" texts.

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

both is good #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@lekadegroot Are we talking app for teacher use or student use or both? #1stchat

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 Go Slow to go fast is with printing writing...it takes lots of practice to form all the letters correctly....Ss all get faster

Jennifertorgers Aug 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: We have chromebooks instead of tablets this year, which are much harder for the kids to use, but @Seesaw is essential! #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 @RemindHQ - start it early and include it in your parent newsletter.

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: I get my Ss using @poppletny right away. We start with # of the day. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 oops on my last tweet

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

lA3 One of my fave teacher apps is Literacy Leveler which I'm putting to good use this week as I reorganize by classroom library. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: @RemindHQ and @gethomeroom are essential ways for me to communicate with Ps. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

oops on my end... I skipped that one! It will be Q4:) #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3 Oh yes! I can't forget about the @ReminHQ app. Love it! #1stchat

In reply to @Teach_Laidlaw, @RemindHQ

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

a3: another T app for leveling books is Book Wizard from Scholastic #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I think the first two I introduce are @seesaw and Draw and Tell. #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: @seesaw, @PicCollage are my 1st to introduce #1stchat I'm looking for good free math ones for independent work

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Trying @RemindHQ this year! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka, @RemindHQ

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 I use that one, too! Thanks for reminding me. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

a3: another T app for leveling books is Book Wizard from Scholastic #1stchat

Teach_Laidlaw Aug 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

It's Canadian curriculum, but @tvo @tvokids has mPower. It's like RAZ Kids but for math! #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw, @PicCollage, @tvo, @tvokids

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I will probably have my ss try @PicCollage tomorrow if everything goes as I planned:) #1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: @seesaw, @PicCollage are my 1st to introduce #1stchat I'm looking for good free math ones for independent work

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#1stchat A3 beg. of yr apps. @Seesaw @PicCollage @aurasma

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

We liked @happynumbers but not free:( How about FrontRow? #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw, @PicCollage, @happynumbers

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A3 I like using @plickers app for Formative Assessment. Only device needed is your smart phone. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q4 coming up... #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q4 by ? "What is an example you use to 'go slow to go fast?" #1stchat

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Math Learning Center has some good apps for exploring math tools. #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw, @PicCollage

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I like their apps a lot! #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley, @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw, @PicCollage

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q4 is on deck! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q4 by ? "What is an example you use to 'go slow to go fast?" #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Aug 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3: We used Kahoot and BrainPop Jr. last week, as well. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Have you tried apps from The math Learning Center? Here is a link to one they are web based and also an app https://t.co/evm4OR9BW1 #1stchat

In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @Seesaw, @PicCollage

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4 Definitely building stamina! I get anxious about getting guided reading started, I wait until our stamina is up to 20 min. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4 Take the time to "stop and teach/learn" while in the moment. Take advantage of "teachable moments". #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4 I'm planning on doing some STEM challenges & team activities to build relationship & growth mindset first. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: absolutely agree with building stamina and teaching centers/ routines for guided reading time. #1stchat

Jennifertorgers Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: Taking the time to get routines really down will pay off in the long run. Less interruptions during small group work. #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 Have been reading about "slow starts " Give Sts time 2acclimate to new beginnings. Build relationships & learn about your Sts. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 I feel like I waited too much to do STEM, coding or iPad creation, so actually I am speeding up in those areas this year. #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 Keep in mind, what may seem like an "interruption" of learning is really an opportunity" to learn. #1stchat

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4: even everyday routines...where do lunches/snacks go? how we sit on the rug? ...#1stchat

Woods1stgrade Aug 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4; we are learning 1 reading/math center at a time and building stamina to do it correctly & quietly #1stchat then we'll learn faster

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4 "If you want Ss to do it, teach it!" Do not assume they would know:) #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yes! Really getting to know our students provides us with a lot of useful information. #1stchat

In reply to @dubioseducator

tracey_bleakley Aug 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Yes! I also plan to spend more time building stamina in writing this year. I didn't do it enough last year . #1stchat

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Same here:) Also teaching all the tools that can support their writing. #1stchat

In reply to @tracey_bleakley

LoriW1088 Aug 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hello #1stchat I'm back in first thought I would drop in. Spend time with "math talk"

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

#1stchat I so agree with you Leka. I think I hold off too long and need to start these great activities earlier and faster.

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4 I feel like I waited too much to do STEM, coding or iPad creation, so actually I am speeding up in those areas this year. #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Hey, Lori! Welcome back to #1stchat So glad to see you!

In reply to @LoriW1088

LoriW1088 Aug 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I am glad to be back, missed my #1stchat PLN.

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I'm planning on doing @breakoutEDU the first week back also. I will just do one lock at the time though:) #1stchat

In reply to @cdmom, @breakoutEDU

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I'm always thinking about how much they grew by the spring and I'm always shocked by how young they are in the fall. :) #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q5 coming up soon... #1stchat

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

This tweet reminded me about I post I wrote about fear. What might hold them back #1stchat https://t.co/ebt4FBcBqO

In reply to @lekadegroot

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Thanks! Will do! #1stchat

BerkeleyEverett Aug 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Check out Dragonbox Numbers
In reply to @lekadegroot

LoriW1088 Aug 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I looped again this year. They seem big to me #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#1stchat Yes Yes Yes.....I've been guilty of this myself. A new year and new Ss My goal is to "teach it" (routines) and teach it well.

In reply to @lekadegroot

GtanakaTanaka Aug 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I always forget those little things you have to watch for like when they eat their lunch at snack. #1stchat

In reply to @valruckes

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

That's a good one! #1stchat

In reply to @GtanakaTanaka

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q5 by @Woods1stgrade "Who does capturing kids heart program? What consequences do you have in your classrooms?" #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing! #1stchat

In reply to @dubioseducator

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Q5 is on deck! #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q5 by @Woods1stgrade "Who does capturing kids heart program? What consequences do you have in your classrooms?" #1stchat

jessicameacham Aug 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Missing #1stchat 😕 - but need break from screen now- just finished 7 hours of website editing. Hoping to join next week!

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5 We don't use a specific program for behavior management. Mostly either reteaching, practicing or natural consequences. #1stchat

Seesaw Aug 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

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cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#1stchat A5 I usually move Ss to new locations (away from others) I pull Ss aside to have a chat...last one out to recess.

dubioseducator Aug 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5 School uses Responsive Classroom and will add RULER this year https://t.co/4tch1ba1S5 #1stchat

lekadegroot - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

We will have no #1stchat next week due to a holiday weekend. We will see you again on September 10! #1stchat

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Q5 We remind team of what Leaders do. I ask, "Would a leader do that?" "Now, what are you going to do?" It's a great redirection. #1stchat

cdmom Aug 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#1stchat A5 I don't know this program....... Catching Kids Hearts Any highlights to use in our classrooms

valruckes - Moderator Aug 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Have a great week everyone! Enjoy you new friends or your last few days of summer! #1stchat