#Kinderchat Archive

#Kinderchat, glue, glitter, gogurt, bringing daily joy to twitter. Find us Mondays, 9 pm EST and 8:30PM London time when we talk all things Early Years!

Monday February 26, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hi ho #kinderchat am here! Watching episodes of the original Hawaii 5-0 😃
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hey #Kinderchat ~ Brittany from Chicago here. Hope you all had a great start to your work week!
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Come out, come out, wherever you are! It's #kinderchat time! Say hi, where you are, and share one memory from your own kindergarten experience.
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hello!! #KinderChat
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hey #kinderchat I am a student teacher from Auckland, New Zealand. Participating in Twitter chats is one of our assignments this semester - hope you don't mind me following along!
  • amandalbarber Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    First time #kinderchat -ter here! Amanda from Greenfield, WI. My favorite memory of Kindergarten was my teacher's magic quiet glitter jar that she would "sprinkle" over us as we walked into the hallway - it's those little magical memories I guess! ;)
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hello! Krissy from Springfield, VA. Teacher in Alexandria. I remember being in an all day kindergarten program which was at a preschool because half day wasn't an option for my mom. This was in the mid 80s. #Kinderchat
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Welcome! Happy to have you! #Kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Welcome Amanda! This is a great group of educators and pre-educators. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    My memory of K is when teacher asked me what to do in fire I said “run out the door as fast as you can” which I thought was perfectly logical. Nope, she said. Stunned. 😳😄#kinderchat
  • ReiffDeborah Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Debbie from Kansas here. Teaching pre-K this year, kindergarten last. #kinderchat #IHMarchMadness
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Playing with the Unifix cubes #KinderChat
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi #kinderchat friends! Christine from sunny Alberta. I remember having a nap time in my Kindergarten classroom. And I LOVED Miss Taylor, my teacher!
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • MrsArnote Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Amy from Independence, MO. I love all my K memories-playing with giant blocks, learning to tie shoes, learning my phone number on a giant phone, & listening to my teacher read #Kinderchat
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hellllooo!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    First time here. Jenni from Kansas, primary SPED teacher this year, going to PreK next year #kinderchat #IHMarchMadness
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Amy here, moderating from The Canada. My own KG class was a huge double classroom with a folding wall down the middle. We had fish AND a rabbit! #Kinderchat
  • carly_casassa Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hey! #kinderchat - It's Carly from Ohio, I hope you all have a good week at school!
  • hannahmmercer Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hello! My name is Hannah Mercer and I am a pre-service teacher studying elementary and special education at Grove City College! I was home schooled for kindergarten, so my favorite memories are from day trips to museums or other fun places! #Kinderchat #gccedu
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    You aren't far from me! Actually moving to the Kansas City region for college #KinderChat
    In reply to @MrsArnote
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hello all! I am from Indianapolis, IN going for elementary education. #Kinderchat
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Welcome! Tonight is an open chat, no topic- just chatting #kinderchat Make a friend, share stories, etc 🦄
    In reply to @amandalbarber
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring T #KinderChat
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    I taught pre-k last year and I miss them. #KinderChat
    In reply to @jhKU2018
  • heathercalvert Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Ya you are! Check out #kinderchat
    In reply to @jbazil
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi #kinderchat I'm Samantha from Baltimore, MD. I loved being able to lead the class in the morning meeting. I felt like a superstar getting to sit in the teacher's chair! 😀
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hello! Monday is usually like a blur huh?! Goes fast #kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Sadly not as fast as the weekend though.... #KinderChat
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Does anyone have a great Dr. Seuss activity they like to do with their students? Every year, my students paint a hot air balloon for "Oh, The Places You'll Go" and do a response for where they would fly to. They always turn out so cute. #kinderchat
  • carly_casassa Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: I am currently in an Ed Technology class right now and they have mentioned many helpful online tools to help be incorporated in classrooms. Some are Poll Everywhere, Boogie Boards, and Google cardboard are three of my favorite technology tools for the classroom! #kinderchat
    In reply to @gcouros
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    I hear that!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Kimberly from ☀️ Florida. I remember having an in-school post office where you could write letters to teachers and students in any grade #Kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Faige from Los Angeles. I remember running away TO kindergarten and sitting quietly so no one would notice and I could stay #kinderchat
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Some of the main memories I have from kindergarten is reading circles, nap time, and learning my alphabet. #kinderchat
  • tiegradloeppky Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Liane from Abbotsford BC Canada here. I have to go make dinner soon. Kinder memory was of my teacher. She was the best but her husband passed away mid year and we had a replacement. She was not Mrs. Dyck. Oddly I remember my Gr. 1 teacher better. #kinderchat
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Welcome! Don't forget to add the #kinderchat hashtag so everyone can see you!
    In reply to @KScottTeach
  • Kailei_Stuart Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hello #Kinderchat I am a student at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. This is my first twitter chat ever, it’s part of one of my assignments this semester! One of my fav memories from kindergarten would be my teachers snoopy dog house.
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:10 PM EST
    This is a fabulous idea and fond memory! What a great way for students to build applicable knowledge! #Kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @happycampergirl
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hello!! Be sure you are following @jodialtringer ! Great resource for SPED ECE #kinderchat
    In reply to @jhKU2018, @jodialtringer
  • 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 ✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨☠️⭐✨
  • katie_schmerse Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Katie from PA studying at Albright College to be an early childhood educator. #kinderchat
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    This is a fun chat. I look forward to them every week :). #Kinderchat
    In reply to @Kailei_Stuart
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Mine too actually. You said you are a student teacher, what grade are you wanting to teach? #Kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Curious: did you go to half-day or full-day K? How does that compare to what your students get now? #kinderchat
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    hahaha... for me too! #kinderchat. This is a bit more complicating than I initially thought it would be!
    In reply to @Kailei_Stuart
  • Dale_Chu Feb 26 @ 9:12 PM EST
    HAPPENING NOW: @happycampergirl hosting an informal chat this evening. Follow along at #kinderchat! @KinderChat123
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Pretty sure it was a half time program. At the community hall! This was in the dark ages, guys. #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: GoNoodle is my saving grace. I do try to have the students move from the carpet to the tables or dance every 20 min. I feel that it does keep them focused better. #Kinderchat
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    What's Kagan?? #kinderchat
    In reply to @jbazil
  • jodialtringer Feb 26 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Thanks Heidi, welcome Jenni! #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @jhKU2018
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    We read and discuss Horton Hears a Who and make the little flower to go with it and remind us that a person's a person no matter how small #Kinderchat Do you have a template for the balloon?
    In reply to @levelsoflight
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    I had a full-day of kindergarten, but it was only because my mom made a deal with me that my siblings would go to full-day K. Sure enough, all three went to half-day K. #Kinderchat
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Mine too the really dark ages! Half day then lunch at home. We walked with friend’s. Neighborhood school. #kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Glad to have so many students and teachers in training tonight! #kinderchat We span the ages from newbies to recently retired! Great group here 🦄
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Last year we did a word family hat for the Cat in the Hat. It was cute and they enjoyed wearing them. You can provide supports (first letter) or let them write their own words for the -at family. #kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I have seen a few students who are on this chat going for teaching, as well as me? Does anyone have advice for us as we start our blocks/student teaching? #kinderchat
  • happycampergirl - Moderator 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.
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I was half day I think?! Maybe that’s why I remember 1st better? #kinderchat That and the 1st grade teacher was mean and wore purple sneakers
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • jhKU2018 Feb 26 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: We used the Amazon Echo in class today to do a quick freeze dance activity when Ss were getting restless. #Kinderchat #IHMarchMadness
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Please use the #kinderchat tag for tweets meant for our chat tonight. #IHMarchMadness is a separate chat from us.
    In reply to @jhKU2018
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I try to keep my lessons in 20 min segments. 20 min whole group, 20 min literacy centers, 20 whole group. If I go long, it's bc we're engaged and I'm sure to include movement as part of the lesson #Kinderchat
    In reply to @krissymbutler
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I think that's a fantastic idea to create the flower after the story! That can also be used for Dr. Seuss's birthday coming up! I think my class and I might do Green Eggs and Ham. #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @levelsoflight
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    My own K class was half-day. I went to mornings, and was BLOWN AWAY when the afternoon class joined us for our concert day! #Kinderchat
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I used to do a deep dive into The Sneetches and The Lorax. Great stuff in there #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @levelsoflight
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    My cooperating teacher was more helpful than the field supervisor. Field supervisors come observe you a few times but your cooperating teacher is with you everyday and they can attest to your work better than the supervisor. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @katelyn_arndt
  • tiegradloeppky Feb 26 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I remember first better too. I remember eating the paste and stealing the hot wheel cars in K. That's about it. I think I was one of those kids.... #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @happycampergirl
  • Kailei_Stuart Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I had a half-day of kindergarten, full time was for students who needed extra help when I was in school! #kinderchat
  • tiegradloeppky Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    We were half day. It bugs that I don't remember K more. #kinderchat
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I don't have a template as I free drew it one year and now just run it thru the copier on construction paper. However, I've added a picture for a reference! I also take a picture of each kid for them to glue inside their balloon basket. :) #Kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek
  • jbazil Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Kagan cheers are super fun and new ways to celebrate learning, positive behaviors and incorporate new content in a fun way. #ihmarchmadness #kinderchat https://t.co/v70kEFazxQ
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    The school I attended kindergarten at was full-day #KinderChat
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    To add to movement breaks, I also teach my students stretching movements and some yoga poses! It's hard for them to balance but they like the challenge and they are learning something new. 😀 #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:20 PM EST
    What did you do with The Sneetches? I haven't taught that book before. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Oh we had these (probably toxic) Mr (something) magic markers which we sniffed like crazy! They smelled soooo good! #kinderchat
    In reply to @tiegradloeppky, @happycampergirl
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Love this idea, mindfulness in the classroom #Kinderchat
    In reply to @samduranddd, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I did a Kagan workshop years ago. I... did not love it. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @jbazil
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I used it for civil rights discussions #kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I like that we were just sniffing markers, eating paste and having a good time #kinderchat
    In reply to @tiegradloeppky, @happycampergirl
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Our cafeteria makes green eggs and Ham for breakfast this day and we invite the whole school (I'm actually counting the RSVPs now). I will read this and a few others on Friday. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @samduranddd, @levelsoflight
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    @CosmicKidsYoga has great online yoga stories. My ks love it #kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic, @samduranddd, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler, @CosmicKidsYoga
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    such a cute idea! #kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Yes!! Do they still smell soooooo good?! #kinderchat I use sharpies, should switch!!
    In reply to @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky, @happycampergirl
  • 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
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Going to have to read this again. Don’t remember it at all. #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    I did Cosmic Kids Yoga when I had a smaller class. Now I have 21 and they make it difficult. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd, @JStepanicic, @samduranddd, @edu_ksSkukalek, @CosmicKidsYoga
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    It felt really... fake? to me, and not well-suited to introverted kids. Just... very rah-rah. Not a good fit for me. Reminded me of "whole brain teaching" which is... not based in any science. #kinderchat
    In reply to @EvaDian15232934, @jbazil
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    OMG' we totally still have smelly markers! They are the best! #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    if you use symbaloo, she has them here https://t.co/jF0aHFO78h #kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic, @samduranddd, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    They do, indeed. Just like when I was a kid! I would totally switch; I can't stand the smell of Sharpies. These are much more tolerable. #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @tiegradloeppky, @happycampergirl
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:24 PM EST
    I also like Horton hatches the egg. Good discuss about it's message and allows for comparison of Horton across two books #Kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight, @hechternacht
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Please remove the #kinderchat hashtag from your tweets intended for other chats.
    In reply to @jbazil
  • 28dianeb Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Question about centers- Do you do them during your math time as a blended learning station or do you have a specific time block in your schedule reserved for centers? #kinderchat
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Not familiar with this at all. Will have to look it up later #KinderChat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @EvaDian15232934, @jbazil
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:25 PM EST
    When they first came out, my G1s used to sniff before they wrote. They had "rainbow" nose tips by the end of the day! My fave is still the black licorice. #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Some sneetches had stars on their bellies and thought they were better. Segregation. Then guy comes w a star-off machine and they get mixed up as to who is “better” #kinderchat Brilliant. Kids get it instantly.
    In reply to @dubioseducator, @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    let me propose that idea to our cafeteria! ;) #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @samduranddd, @levelsoflight
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Yes, mine too! The themes are great. #kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd, @JStepanicic, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler, @CosmicKidsYoga
  • katelyn_arndt Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    I observed school with this as a focus. Students were so well behaved compared to other schools I had observed. They were intone to emotions; if they were getting overwhelmed they would tell the teacher they needed a break. Once calm, they would rejoin the activities. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic, @samduranddd, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:26 PM EST
    OMG, the cinnamon one is the smell of happiness! #Kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou, @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Saw the kinders at recess last week and they were a big hit. Shared with me so I could smell. Who said kinders don’t share #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Yes. Brown is my second fave! Then the purple, which smells oddly like Children's Advil. #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Oh! Now, I'm remembering the text. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @dubioseducator, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:27 PM EST
    “Licking paper, eating paste, smelling markers- what real Kindergarten teachers did when they were in K” I can see the headline #kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd, @tiegradloeppky, @happycampergirl
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    great new resource, thanks for sharing! I'll be trying some yoga! #kinderchat
    In reply to @samduranddd, @learningmurd, @JStepanicic, @edu_ksSkukalek, @krissymbutler, @CosmicKidsYoga
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    I also like that people can RANK their favorite smelling @MrSketchScented #kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Lolololol #KinderChat
    In reply to @hechternacht
  • octaviaandvicky Feb 26 @ 9:28 PM EST
    We took our usual number walk to a new level with #pzthinkingroutines @ProjectZeroHGSE #Kinderchat #visiblethinking #mathchat Feeling inspired to stretch my thinking with @sbrooks_simon and action research!
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Definitely will ask our librarian for the book. THX #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Ok, while we are confessing our own kindergarten sins: I used to hide the blue tutu in the dress up corner so no one else could wear it. #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @learningmurd, @tiegradloeppky
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Yuck. Sorry. #teamNObanana #teamlemon #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @hechternacht, @happycampergirl, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    The Lorax is also completely fabulous #kinderchat Many have seen the movie but still need the breakdown of figuring out exactly what IT MEANS
    In reply to @dubioseducator, @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    WHAT? BLASPHEMY! TRAVESTY! TRAGEDY! #kinderchat
    • amandalbarber Feb 26 @ 9:29 PM EST
      Yellow is now banana. #BringBackLemon
      In reply to @hechternacht, @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    I use these! Kids LOVE them. I actually give them dots on their hands through out the day and they work towards a happy face (if the parents are okay with me drawing on them 🤷🏻‍♀️) #Kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @tiegradloeppky
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Today I tried the "little problem" or a "big problem" approach with my kids to help problem solve independently. Anyone use that on a daily basis and can share? #kinderchat
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:30 PM EST
    If you are new to #kinderchat know that it is the only chat where one can see eating glue discussed beside social justice :)
  • MeganOrtolano Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
  • levelsoflight Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    It's the little things in life! #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I had some colleagues that BANNED these from their classrooms because the children were playing with them BEFORE they used them. #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Or glitter or poop #kinderchat
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Once I was caught talking to my friend through two inch gap from the floor to the bottom of this book shelf during nap time and got separated. I was sad. Lolololol. #KinderChat
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    It usually doesn’t take much to get us geeked up about supplies :) #kinderchat
    In reply to @levelsoflight, @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented
  • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I use that language all the time with my kinders but I begin with tying it into zones lessons and also having discussions of what big problems are (emergency’s, 911 scenarios) #kinderchat
    In reply to @EvaDian15232934
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Oh, let's please pull out my soapbox about how teachers love to ban things because the children are having too much fun... #kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Okay! Get on it, lady! #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    @28dianeb for me both, but one needs to define centres. We have centres as focused choice, play as anything in the room choice #kinderchat
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Question: Do any of you use interactive notebooks with your kindergarten students? I'm considering it for next year. #Kinderchat
  • RaquelBurnsed Feb 26 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A1. There are many ways to help get kids up and out of their sits and one way is to play internet games, and invite others class in like cahoot or have a lesson outside. #Kinderchat
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    While we’re on it most people (*adults*) miss the moral of the 3 pigs too when retelling but I’m over it #kinderchat #almost
    In reply to @dubioseducator, @levelsoflight, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    I know when I saw @KeeneeLou tweet I cringed!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @KeeneeLou, @KeeneeLou
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:34 PM EST
    THINGS TEACHERS BAN BECAUSE THEY ARE TOO MUCH FUN: Pokemon, Rainbow Loom, smelly markers, beanie babies.... #kinderchat
    In reply to @KeeneeLou
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    One minute dance parties xD #Kinderchat
    In reply to @RaquelBurnsed
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    I tell my kiddos to be "problem solvers" and remind them that we're a family who can help each other #Kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy, @EvaDian15232934
  • EvaDian15232934 Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    thanks for the advice. Maybe using teachable moments to explain what little problems are and how we can solve or ignore them! #kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:35 PM EST
    I was also the student who would sneak to the back of the line whenever the activity involved risk taking or having to speak aloud #KinderChat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Love me some @Postit and colored pens #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @levelsoflight, @KeeneeLou, @happycampergirl, @tiegradloeppky, @MrSketchScented, @Postit
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Play dough, Lego, and glitter. FULL DISCLOSURE: I don't love glitter. I LOVE GLITTER GLUE THOUGH! #kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Many of us have actually worked to DECREASE the amount tech we use w students #kinderchat
    In reply to @krissymbutler
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Your sensory tables look so great! What are in the bins?? I have always wanted to try incorporating sensory bins into learning! #kinderchat
    In reply to @MeganOrtolano
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Corn?! I use rice. I should mix it up with some corn this year #Kinderchat
    In reply to @MeganOrtolano
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Speaking of sensory table items... I really want some water beads! #KinderChat
    • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:36 PM EST
      Your sensory tables look so great! What are in the bins?? I have always wanted to try incorporating sensory bins into learning! #kinderchat
      In reply to @MeganOrtolano
  • mattBgomez - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Here is a link to an example of science interactive notebook. If you search on my site there are more posts and examples https://t.co/sGgLQlCXxX #kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd, @krissymbutler
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Be brave! Worst case: they end up on the floor and kids pick them up. Water beads are awesome! #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @KeeneeLou
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    I like doing scavenger hunts outside and my students have to work in teams to complete their lists! Whoever finds all of their items wins! #kinderchat
    In reply to @JStepanicic, @RaquelBurnsed
  • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:39 PM EST
    I often tell stories about my own “problems” so I can example/explain big/small problems in my own life and think aloud how I solved the problem. #kinderchat
    In reply to @EvaDian15232934
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Fair warning they get all over the place. Outdoor sensory bins work well. Kids love them #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    England loves using water beads- they do so many wonderful sensory activities. I worry bc US teachers have gotten so tech heavy and not play/outdoor/sensory focused as much #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    My students are lucky if they go on the computer once a week for centers. I'm trying to focus on reading, writing and sight words for the next few months. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht
  • mattBgomez - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Hello to the #kinderchat How many of you are #pukealert free to this point in the year? #sidetrack #whatido
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Lol! Well... I just want some because I want some but I will definitely have them! #KinderChat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #kinderchat trying to think of something new to put in the sensory bin already done rice, pasta, pine cones, soapy water & sponges... tried the gel orbs but kids destroyed them in a day. Thoughts/suggestions?
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I think playing is very educational. #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @happycampergirl
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    How long do your scavenger hunts take? If it is just a short break to clear their minds and reenergise them, so to speak? Or does it tie in with something else? #Kinderchat
    In reply to @samduranddd, @RaquelBurnsed
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I must look into these water beads #Kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @amandalbarber, @KeeneeLou
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I had two throw up in the past month. One was on the carpet and the other made it to the sink. Been puke free since Feb. 9. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @mattBgomez
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Do they really!? YES!!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @dubioseducator
  • thinkLawUS Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #Earlyed #teachers, use our #blackhistorymonth lesson to go beyond #TEACHing younger kids the "traditional" #blackhistory facts & give them activities with a level of rigor that fosters the development of #criticalthinking.- https://t.co/o6qDahnbCJ #elemchat #kinderchat
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Ok, whoa, back up: why do you not have play time? Kids need it! #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @KeeneeLou
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Ive really backlashed quite a bit w using tech w young children #kinderchat
    In reply to @krissymbutler
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    I am #pukealert free!! #poopalert not so much . . . . #kinderchat
    In reply to @mattBgomez
  • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:43 PM EST
    I got water beads last week and was so excited.. a couple wild boys and a sub covering my classroom while I had a meeting.... they were all smashed into gooey bits when I got back. Didn’t even last an hour #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan, @dubioseducator
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Definitely use real-life scenarios that they can understand to help them see what constitutes as a big problem (fire) and little problem (someone took their pencil). Think aloud is a good demonstration! #kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy, @EvaDian15232934
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Much easier to manage the chat in my opinion. I'm on my phone tonight though #Kinderchat
    In reply to @Kailei_Stuart, @EvaDian15232934
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    As an aspiring T, I love what is out there involving tech. But I hope to find a balance so it doesn't fully consume everything. #KinderChat
    • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:41 PM EST
      England loves using water beads- they do so many wonderful sensory activities. I worry bc US teachers have gotten so tech heavy and not play/outdoor/sensory focused as much #kinderchat
      In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Slime? #Kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy
  • avivaloca Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    My Internet made me want to lose my mind tonight, but after some patience and perseverance, here's a link to our blog post from today! :) https://t.co/1gAoY50NEF #kinderchat cc @john_gris
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Me too, but mice proof please #kinderchat
    • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:42 PM EST
      #kinderchat trying to think of something new to put in the sensory bin already done rice, pasta, pine cones, soapy water & sponges... tried the gel orbs but kids destroyed them in a day. Thoughts/suggestions?
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    I said to self “I’ll keep a 2:1 ratio of outdoor to tech time” that was interesting #kinderchat few years back
    In reply to @krissymbutler
  • mattBgomez - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Bahahaha! Sorry but still funny #teacherineedsomeonetowipeme #kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    It happens but I’ve seen how much fun kinders and EC classrooms have. They love them #kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:45 PM EST
    It consumes everything quickly!! #kinderchat We’ve really hashed it out over the years
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Confetti. Coffee beans. Black beans. Mud. Snow. Gravel. Rolled oats. Macaroni. Packing noodles. Wood chips. Hay. Sequins. Melty beads... #Kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Moon sand or fake snow stuff? #Kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Moon sand is messier than the fake snow. A couple of my colleagues used it and were annoyed after a day. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @learningmurd
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Off topic kinda sorta not really: I'm an old fashioned paper guy myself. I do not like digital documents. If it's a PDF... I print it. #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:47 PM EST
    What about games, puzzles, blocks, and math manips that everyone can use regardless of grade/age? #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @happycampergirl
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Sounds like you are doing your best in a crap situation, but your district is WRONG and harming kids. Can kids scoop/pour/measure water beads as a "science" activity? #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @KeeneeLou
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    We just this year got 20mins of recess back into our schedule 🤷🏻‍♀️ #Kinderchat you got to get creative in lesson planning to work things in when your admin comes through
    In reply to @hechternacht, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Everyone has their best way!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • learningmurd - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    we need a #snotnosedfreeday challenge #kinderchat
    In reply to @mattBgomez
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Going to make a list. My colleagues will love me and welcome me with open arms when next I sub #kinderchat Just in case they’re at a loss and haven’t heard an idea from me lately 😂😂
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @glaweezy
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:48 PM EST
    We've also used the fake grass used for Easter baskets, leaves #Kinderchat
    In reply to @happycampergirl, @glaweezy
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Other than gym/recess... I think we went outside for a total of 10 times (if that) for class activities. #KinderChat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @hechternacht
  • krissymbutler Feb 26 @ 9:49 PM EST
    To make it mice proof, add a few drops of peppermint oil or lavender oil. They don't like those because it burns their eyes. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd
  • glaweezy Feb 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    I’ve found in past kiddos with sensory issues or just those who are really particularly do not like the fake grass cause it static clings to everything!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @krissymbutler, @happycampergirl
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    We have to do at least 20 mins a week for tier 1 Ss for iStation reading per week and more for tier 2 and 3 #Kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @krissymbutler
  • JStepanicic Feb 26 @ 9:50 PM EST
    No break time at all? I couldn't imagine that happening here in NZ! #Kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @hechternacht, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • KeeneeLou Feb 26 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Then I think you are totally playing in an "educational" way! To me, play means inquiry, curiosity, exploration, connecting, and learning #kinderchat
    In reply to @amandalbarber, @happycampergirl
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    All research points to higher learning w more recess. (My ideal: 1 hour out, 1 hour inside) unstructured play for full day K. Builds self regulation. #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Embrace the mess lol my colleague has a water table and brings that and the supplies outside her door when she uses them... We have an open campus where our doors open to the outside vs a hallway #Kinderchat
    In reply to @krissymbutler, @learningmurd
  • mattBgomez - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Yep, our was almost always filled with nature items the kids collected on nature walks. #kinderchat
    In reply to @learningmurd, @happycampergirl, @glaweezy
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Oh. And on sensory stuff... I didn't like doing activities around that in K. Only thing was the shaving cream on the desk. Other than that... Wanted no part of it! #KinderChat Our didn't also didn't have a sensory area or table
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:54 PM EST
    That's a really good point...at my school, they are much more focused on students using iPads and computers.. You're right, the play/outdoor/sensory aspects are oftentimes put on the backburner.I like to get my kids outside as much as I can when the weather is nice. #kinderchat
    In reply to @hechternacht, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:54 PM EST
    We did a whole chat on how to hide play once 😁#kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @JStepanicic, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • EduGladiators Feb 26 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Today #EduGladiators #CelebrateMonday with a {NEW} Series for March: Momentum! Join us Saturday as @cooper1503 leads the convo leveraging momentum to move forward! #TLAP #ELLChat #COLchat #kinderchat #teacheredchat #TechTalkGA #MexEdChat #ALedchat #NVedChat #resiliencechat
  • samduranddd Feb 26 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Coffee beans? #kinderchat
    In reply to @glaweezy
  • dubioseducator Feb 26 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Finger paint, painting with colored shaving cream. Just saying. Put it on the table, in tray, in bins and walk away. #kinderchat
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:56 PM EST
    I remember said chat .... I think #KinderChat
  • tiegradloeppky Feb 26 @ 9:57 PM EST
    We use moon sand. It's a tub that one little uses in a mini sensory bin by the meeting place. It helps him listen. It's messy, but it works for us #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @learningmurd
  • edu_ksSkukalek Feb 26 @ 9:57 PM EST
    My Ss love practicing their sight words with shaving cream and I love how it smells #Kinderchat
    In reply to @KC_SEASportsFan
  • happycampergirl - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:57 PM EST
    OMG, when I was in preschool, my FAVOURITE art day was when we got a big squirt of shaving cream on our paper, them sprinkled on powdered tempera and finger painted. SO GREAT. #Kinderchat
    In reply to @dubioseducator
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Great video a few years back on 3 and 4 year olds hiking in snow on mountain in Forest School, making soup (chopping w knives) was great #kinderchat
    In reply to @samduranddd, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • hechternacht - Moderator Feb 26 @ 9:59 PM EST
    It does make everything smell clean!! #kinderchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @KC_SEASportsFan
  • KC_SEASportsFan Feb 26 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Sadly I don't think some preschools (or schools) even allow the shaving cream anymore #KinderChat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek