#BFC530 Archive
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Monday October 24, 2016
Happy Monday friends. So for today :Which fictional character would you invite to talk to you class,? https://t.co/nZaUfV1wFL
Good morning Christina checking in briefly this morning- leaving for Outdoor Ed for the next couple of days. 😱
Good! Didn't do any school work over the weekend so I'm feeling a little stressed this morning though. How are you?
Good morning friends! Ylonka from Dominican Republic
Good Morning Are we ready for another week and all the unexpected that will come our way?
Off for a run shortly, but had to check in with all of you first!
I find I am needing the weekends to decompress. However, I was up every night worrying about school.
Morning! It's going to be a doozy of a week just with all that IS expected!
Good Morning family! Happy Monday from NJ.
Good morning, friends! Time to
Good Monday Morning to my favorite early risers! Hope everyone had a restful weekend
I have been travelling your road! 😊
Good Monday morning friends! Hope everyone had a great weekend!
I often felt that my kids would loved to sit down and have a stern talk with Abbey from The Crucible.
Gday Ylonka. Would you believe it's late spring and very cold and wet here
Who is going to ... happy Monday ... Who is ready to make a difference?
Good morning from Georgia!
morning, I'm ready for sure! A lot going on for me this week
Ally Nickerson from Fish In A Tree
I would invite Luke from for his , for how he grew during the and learned to for others
Good morning family Happy Monday! Feeling great this morning! Kenneth HS admin from VA here
Good morning
Brian, HS principal from Mass.
Oh, that's just impossible!
Gm. Teacake from "Their Eyes Were ..." He was smart, loyal, quick on his feet, a team builder informal entrepeneur, never gave up
Marge Simpson
Seriously there is a lot more to that lady than we see on the show
Auggie from wonder would definitely be on the top of my list. The book captures so many of our students
Which fictional character ... I teach history so I am going with the Doctor ... the time traveling world saver
really?! Wow, I live in the Caribbean so is always humid and hot
Good morning . Stacey from NJ. Getting ready for another busy week.
Bartholmew Cubbins from the 2 Dr. Seuss books
Harry Potter would be a welcome visitor! 😊
For my K-2, we would love to invite Beekle. Still thinking on 3-5...
Oh, yes! The kids would love that! They really liked her!
I'm in Melbourne. It doesn't get that cold but it gets wet.
Jack and Annie from Magic Tree House would be a crowd favorite
Also, Rashad and Quinn from "American Boys" my students really identified with them
Or maybe Gatsby. They would love to talk some sense into him.
Good Morning friends! Long time no tweet! In 2 more weeks = break from my classes! Miss you all!
Not sure who I'd invite-thinking...
So many characters... with no coffee yet... Too hard
good morning, ready for a busy week! Marifran, hs librarian from NY, still thrilled I got to w some buddies last Sat
I think Ma Joad from THE GRAPES OF WRATH could provide Ss with an excellent perspective on , and .
especially if he brought Hermione with him.
Hello and happy Monday Tracy from MA checking in today ready to start the week off on the right foot.
Good morning, . I'm Ku, Learning Coach, Argentina.
Most Superheroes would be welcome visitors! 😊
I still feel like I am finishing up stuff from last week
I know:). My kids last year would have loved to talk to because they loved his Little Rhino books.
My daughter just read for APEnglish- she disliked it. I never read that https://t.co/mkPUD3UhNz
I often felt that my kids would loved to sit down and have a stern talk with Abbey from The Crucible.
Exhausted - busy - Great!! Can't wait for a break form these classes!
How about you friend??
I have a few. Waldo, for one. I think he'd be able to give a geography lesson like nobody's business.
Good morning, friends!
Karl, 5/6 elem school T from the Jersey shore checking in this fine AM.
I'd invite Eleanor and Park from the novel of the same name by and I'd want the grownups. I hope they got married.
Yes!!!
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Which fictional character ... I teach history so I am going with the Doctor ... the time traveling world saver
Our school is kicking off a new "CSI" themed project today, so perhaps Rodion Raskolnikov from Crime & Punishment.
We miss you! Same, tired, busy etc.
For sure!!! Same with Carmen Sandiego
I hop that waking up late this morning is not an indicator of the rest of my day! Hello friends. Michelle 1-2 from Ontario here. 😳
Thanks! Yep. Lot of home made projects going live this year since August. Feels good. :)
This wk-Classroom visits today & Friday, book club at work, dept mtg, 3 days w our trainer, and SS dpt mtg. + life
Fun question this AM!
If it were for my benefit, I'd go with Atticus Finch>
For the Ss', prob Annie and Jack from Magic Treehouse
Let's not forget the gang from Magic School Bus! Science coming to life!
I'm still staring into my cup trying to think of just one...
I have a list that would not fit in 140 char. Wonder, A Fish in a Tree or characters from the kids fav series are all possible.
Also, BoBo from " A Raisin in The..." Students always are amazed at his ability to be that heartless
Robert Langdon. Can you imagine how many cool stories about the most shrouded secrets around the world he c… https://t.co/ESDIXnSxdg
Happy Monday friends. So for today :Which fictional character would you invite to talk to you class,? https://t.co/nZaUfV1wFL
Gooney Bird Greene. She's smart and fun.
I think my favorite would be Melody (out of my mind) or Ally (fish in a tree)
reading w a few of my Grade 12s now - could have a semester-long discussion just about that one book
Great news! Another reason to !
I think my younger students would love to meet Ramona or Junie B Jones.
Hello my wonderful friend! Was that picture of you with ? Loved it by the way!
I like to pretend that the 2nd one doesn't exist.
I would invite Mr.Terupt and all the Ss from his class. Talk about character! Something relatable for sure.
I'd have to go with any of the siblings from "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" https://t.co/WXFNbJEE92
Happy Monday friends. So for today :Which fictional character would you invite to talk to you class,? https://t.co/nZaUfV1wFL
My own children at home would want a visit from the title characters of Sam and Dave Dig a Hole by and@burstofbeaden
You and I love the same books!
I would invite Mr.Terupt and all the Ss from his class. Talk about character! Something relatable for sure. https://t.co/RENEzhBN0j
Doing great -how about you Christina?
My brain can't think of a character right now!! Tired...
How's my favorite fan this morning?
My own children at home would want a visit from the title characters of Sam and Dave Dig a Hole by and
Doctor Who. So many adventures to learn from.
Jack and Annie...nice pick!
Any fictional character that made a series of bad decisions. High school kids like to lecture.
I think my 3-5 graders would love some time with Percy Jackson!
Jonas from The Giver novel. Maybe he'd interpret the ending for the 8th graders. They hate that it's not cut and dry.
I'm ok. Yes I agree- mind is going blank. Later today we will all think if many https://t.co/bHNPuw3jDI
Doing great -how about you Christina?
My brain can't think of a character right now!! Tired...
Hi!! So great dipping in for a bit. Will be back on more consistently once this semester of admin classes is over!
If you're looking for a great NF text to accompany a study of Wonder, HIGHLY recommend Ugly by https://t.co/wxTCJmFccp
I cheated and picked a series. They can rotate as guest lecturers.
Isn't that the way it always happens?!?!
This is a great one! - science, history, mythology, religion, politics!
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Robert Langdon. Can you imagine how many cool stories about the most shrouded secrets around the world he c… https://t.co/ESDIXnSxdg
Happy Monday friends. So for today :Which fictional character would you invite to talk to you class,? https://t.co/nZaUfV1wFL
It's going to be great! My brother is and Dad was a lifelong fan. This is also nerve wracking:)
good morning from NJ. The Giver!
Never thought of him. Great idea Susan!!
I was thinking about those characters too!
I like how we can tell the age group we teach by the answers.
And his friends, teachers, magical critters...
So hard to choose, so many great characters out there! Pax or Peter from probably
Getting there:). It was a beautiful weekend. Lots to do this week with grades due Thursday:)
she sure would be amazing!! Love Miss Frizzle!
Love You are one of the reasons. Love my PLN
I LOVED All American Boys by and Highly recommend for HS males.
How about the characters from a Series of Unfortunate events?
Thanks for the reflection this morning.
Have a great day .
Hi Michelle!! In a few weeks you'll "see" me more-finishing up 1st semester of EDL classes of work!
Perhaps the Artful Dodger from Dickens...
Bye friends! Leaving the chat a bit "early" today LOL
we're lots of fun - and even more so in person
Maya from Each Kindness by so we could make her feel welcomed!
Book 13 was a disappointment. What do you think?
Augie is a great character, kids can learn a lot
Know what, ?
Think I'm going to change more morning DO NOW to this question in their Writer's Journals.
Someone is chipper and ready to go this morning!
My 10 yr old self would want Margaret, the Pevensies, the Murrays. My Ss = Zita, Auggie, Alex & Connor, Greg H, Dwight,Melody
I'm loving everyone's responses -churning up lots of memories for me-Our family read LW&W series aloud when my son was wee!
See you all tomorrow! Need to go get my ducks in a row... many meetings this week!
I love it when I see an answer that inspires and I go to follow and I'm already following!
Make it a great week and a fantastic Monday!
Think i'm changing my morning DO NOW to this question. Much more fun and far more cranial activity than what I had planned.
My 10 year old self would want Margaret from Are you there God it's me Margaret https://t.co/uINZ1lYwAr
My 10 yr old self would want Margaret, the Pevensies, the Murrays. My Ss = Zita, Auggie, Alex & Connor, Greg H, Dwight,Melody
I always equated w Carmen Sandiego!
We're gearing up for progress reports right now so I know what you mean.
Frank Underwood needs to come talk to my government class
Esperanza from Esperanza Rising. So much hard fought wisdom & opportunity to develop empathy for the marginalized in Ss.
we still need to GHO. I want to compare jobs and talk shop.
Miss Frizzle!!!!!!!
Yes!! I will forever and always be a science teacher at heart.
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she sure would be amazing!! Love Miss Frizzle!
You look so debonair !! Enjoy the morning martini!
Monday always comes w a "to do" list - gotta go address mine. friends - we all deserve it!
good luck, hope you can catch up!
Now I wonder what advice my 10 yr old self would give me today, when I'm exhausted and uninspired...I could use her right about now.
and I were at the same tech conference on Friday.
bring lessons ides for us all !!!
Jumping out. Thanks for lifting me up this morning!
See you all in a few weeks!!
many Ss reading that now in ELA. 1 Ss told me Friday 1st. book she ever read in school she liked
I think my middle schoolers would like to meet Timothy from House Arrest. Lots of contradictions there to work out.
Would anyone mind if I just took a moment to have a foot-stomping tantrum that it's Monday?
always great to "see"you! hurry back
Time to go! Happy Monday remember to
you're among friends ! https://t.co/4e7ERKtXP7
Would anyone mind if I just took a moment to have a foot-stomping tantrum that it's Monday?
My Ss would love to hang out with any character from their graphic novels right now
I'm in charge so it will be useful and productive I hope! We are working with the subject of equality in math.
That's actually water before my run!!! 😄😄😄
You've clinched today's answer for me as well today Kathy!! 💗 💗💗💗💗 https://t.co/n5MnnX1L4p
My 10 year old self would want Margaret from Are you there God it's me Margaret https://t.co/uINZ1lYwAr
My 10 yr old self would want Margaret, the Pevensies, the Murrays. My Ss = Zita, Auggie, Alex & Connor, Greg H, Dwight,Melody
We need to do a in Toronto area. See who we can get out!
Great idea!! https://t.co/wTcZCvH4kJ
Think i'm changing my morning DO NOW to this question. Much more fun and far more cranial activity than what I had planned.
Luckily I had(have) a very open-minded Mom🙏💗 https://t.co/fZmsPeXVmR
So long ago! So many memories. Life changing book! I think we hid it from parents...
did a "Weed World Candy" truck blow up on your ride home causing massive traffic leading to no sleep too?
lol that's about 40 mins. South of here! All though I do feel an urge to eat lots of chips &oreo cookies
theadore finch from violet and finch to discuss what it feels like to have manic depression or to be 'awake' and 'asleep'
I spent 3 hours last night at the foot of the bridge- extra coffee this morning!
Yes, the ending was hotly debated. I've heard the other books in the quadrilogy make it clear.
Don't ever trust a man who would wear jeans without a belt.
I appreciated the irony of the situation if nothing else
Good morning ! Late to the party, due to an awesomely productive commute- hope your day is great!… https://t.co/p6sjs6rXyc
had mentioned Augie from Wonder, but thinking Sherlock Holmes would be a great speaker for the class is afoot
The 3rd little 🐷
James of J & the Giant Peach
Patrick & Adele from The Magicians Elephant
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W/week til , could be fun to hear from noted hobbit author Bilbo Baggins. More uplifting than say Paul Sheldon from Misery
Morning, Janelle. Magical choices!
I would love to have Miss Frizzle visit my class and bring Science to life! 👍🏻
Happy Monday good friends. So for today :Which fictional character would you invite to talk to you class,? https://t.co/jjEbJryE8s
