#1stchat Archive

Weekly chat for excited 1st grade teachers who love to learn and share ideas. Participants are interested in a variety of topics including literacy, math, technology, play, inquiry, and being the best educators they can be!
Sunday January 15, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Hello, everyone! It's time for #1stchat I'm Leka from Iowa hosting tonight's chat.
  • participatechat Jan 15 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #1stchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/xmtSVUpf3s
  • PeytonWydickRU Jan 15 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Peyton from KC,MO. Preservice elementary teacher. Excited for my #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi, Peyton. Welcome to #1stchat
    In reply to @PeytonWydickRU
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello, I'm Eric from MN and I teach 1st grade. #1stchat
  • ARutschke Jan 15 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi everyone, I'm Angela, from Alberta, Canada. I'm really looking forward to tonight's discussion! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi, Eric! Glad to see you #1stchat
    In reply to @MrLee1stGrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi, Angela! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @ARutschke
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hey there #1stchat, Terry here 3rd gr T in Florida who loves my 1st grade friends.
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hey Terry! Hope you had a good weekend! #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Traci from KS here, happy Sunday friends #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    I am and still in the midst of it...3 day weekend. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi, Traci! Are you guys getting any ice? #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    I see. I'm sure many Ts here have tomorrow off? #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    a little not like they predicted, temps stayed above freezing #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Are you having bad weather, I know my son says there is so much ice. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    We are supposed to get ice after midnight... We shall see. Our temp is definitely below freezing. #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    where is your son? #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Is he in Omaha? We are expecting freezing rain & snow! #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat, @Woods1stgrade
  • taylorvtrotta Jan 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Taylor from MD but currently in NC assisting in 1st grade and majoring in Elem. Ed. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    They are in Nebraska, near Omaha. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hi, Taylor! Welcome to #1stchat
    In reply to @taylorvtrotta
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi Angela. A favorite topic of mine as welll. #1stchat
    In reply to @ARutschke
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Tonight we are revisiting Growth Mindset. Some of us participated in a book study this summer, but all are welcome! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Q1 coming up... please answer with A1 #1stchat
  • ARutschke Jan 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi Terry! ๐Ÿ˜Š#1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Q1 Please describe today's reality in your classroom. What are your students' strengths? Any areas of improvement? #1stchat
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  • PeytonWydickRU Jan 15 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1 don't have my own classroom yet, but from my experience in my observations...my 5/6th math Ss were so persistent!! #1stchat
  • PeytonWydickRU Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1 cont. My 5th reading Ss during my observations were so committed & diligent. It was amazing to watch/be a part of. #1stchat
  • misscarterk_8 Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Hi #1stchat ! Sophie from Plymouth State University. I'll be in a 1st grade class next semester.
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Each have different strengths, but overall empathy. They are a caring, compassionate group. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    #1stchat Hi Claire here from Vermont.....just a little late. need to catch up
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Math is a subject area that we see a lot of growth mindset for sure! #1stchat
    In reply to @PeytonWydickRU
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    We have learned the stances and discuss but my Ss struggle with persistence of hard tasks, they are in a hurry to do anything #1stchat
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Optimism, flexibility and empathy are strengths of my students. Persistence and resilience are harder for them #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Hi, Sophie! Glad you are joining us! #1stchat
    In reply to @misscarterk_8
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: My students are very flexible as I usually change a routine or something else every couple of weeks that is not working. #1stchat
  • PeytonWydickRU Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    It was amazing to watch! I think I learned more from the Ss than they learned from me regarding mindset! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Hi, Claire! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    I have that as well. Ss do not want to slow and thoughtful. Always in a hurry. (at least most) #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: my Ss love to tell when they show empathy to others #1stchat
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: Optimism, flexibility and empathy are strengths of my students. Persistence and resilience are harder for them #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    #1stchat A1 My Ss are more empathic towards their peers. Ss still have a hard time being flexible but we're working on it.
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: I have an empathetic group this year. An area of improvement is persistence #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1 My Ss are very resilient and persistent. I would like us to work on empathy more. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    @Woods1stgrade though as I reflected over break, we do rush too much. I needed to also slow down. #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • PeytonWydickRU Jan 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1 Support and Empathy were huge among the 5/6 Ss. Whenever there was a wrong answer, they were quick to help & not judge #1stchat
  • taylorvtrotta Jan 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: I've noticed a great amount of empathy in the classroom but could definitely benefit from more flexibility #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    My Ss ask each morning, is it a normal day? Our schedule seems to change a lot๐Ÿ˜€ flexibility #1stchat
    • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
      A1: My students are very flexible as I usually change a routine or something else every couple of weeks that is not working. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1 We will be learning about MLK Jr next week. Great way to start discussions on empathy. #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    yes I've worked on that this year, #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • mflicek1 Jan 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Hi #1stchat! Joining in late after an awesome Packers win!!
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Q2 coming up... #1stchat
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1: I would love for my students to get better with persistence the rest of the way as we go through our new math series. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Hi, Michelle! Oh, they won?? Hooray for you! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    #1stchat I feel the same with my bunch...zoom zoom zoom through everything.
    In reply to @FirstAtBat, @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Q2 Please share what you have done to build a growth mindset culture in your classroom. Activities, stories & books? #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Joining late- I didn't realize what time it was. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jan 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1: I think I need to focus more on flexibility. I have some struggling w this #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Hi, Tracey! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @tracey_bleakley
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Lots of discussion, using the vocabulary, celebrating it. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    #1stchat what's your new math series......our school has adopted Go Math for next year.
    In reply to @MrLee1stGrade
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1: we did our first breakout a few weeks before break. My kids that struggle stuck with it. Ss that excel gave up quick. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jan 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    YES!! Last 3 seconds scored a field goal to win otherwise it would have been OT, couldn't handle that! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    We are starting a big history unit, black history, presidents, women & Kansas-my fav unit on persistence & causing change #1stchat
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: I'm really just starting to learn more and I'm just beginning in the process for my classroom. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Interesting observation. I see that with metacognition. My struggling Ss always seem to have more thought. #1stchat
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: we have tried to learn to draw like our mentor authors/illustrators. Fun way to practice optimism. Great how-to's on you tube #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2 We introduced all of the traits early in the year using books. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Sorry, somehow I list the Tweet I was quoting about the breakout. #1stchat
    • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
      Interesting observation. I see that with metacognition. My struggling Ss always seem to have more thought. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Here is our debriefing from a breakout EDU session. #1stchat
    In reply to @stacie_beaman
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Morn. mtgs, charts-Ss use post its to show how they would show each stance, reading the energy bus for kids, I'm combining the 2 #1stchat
    • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
      Q2 Please share what you have done to build a growth mindset culture in your classroom. Activities, stories & books? #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    #1stchat A2 more discussions than ever before.Whenever I read a book we talk about all stances as they come up within stories/chapter books
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: and lots of conversations when someone demonstrates on of the stances in class. Sts love to share growth mindset experiences #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: I've also read the books listed from our book study this summer, #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2 we've been doing a lot of STEM team challenges. But a main focus is always one of the stances. #1stchat
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Is it best to introduce all and then build them into your lesson plans? It just hit that it doesn't have to be separate time. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Here is a list of resources we have compiled. Please feel free to add more! #1stchat https://t.co/cczVR8LHZV
  • taylorvtrotta Jan 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Love this was of introducing respect, resilience, ...etc #1stchat #ElonEd
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    We are switching up a gear. I will share what you may see in your classroom. Tell us what you would do. #1stchat Q3 coming up
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Q3 How would you guide a student who gives up on a task easily when things get hard? #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Support mini steps and gradual release. Remind them of other things they have learned when not quitting. Point out successes. #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I introduced them one at a time over a few weeks. Then I try to revisit them especially with my read alouds. #1stchat
    In reply to @stacie_beaman
  • GCannon73 Jan 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3. Gamification works great for that scenario. Create levels to advance to. It does the trick! #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Great idea! They do love leveling up in games. #1stchat
    • GCannon73 Jan 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
      A3. Gamification works great for that scenario. Create levels to advance to. It does the trick! #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: I remind we are working on persistence & that the effort means more to me than a right or wrong answer, constant discussion #1stchat
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: by encouraging them! have them partner with someone who shows persistence and also help them brainstorm some new ways to try #1stchat
  • taylorvtrotta Jan 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: Just happened the other day. Tell the student I am here for them, to teach, and to help. S was able to finish proudly! #1stchat #ElonEd
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3 Give them a chance to work with a partner. Teamwork! #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Jan 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A2: We use Second Steps so I've been using that to introduce GM ideas #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    #1stchat A3 pointing out the successes they had already....
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Try to encourage him and remind him of other times he persisted when things were hard. #1stchat
  • misscarterk_8 Jan 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Building trust has made the most diff. in my experience. Trusting that a failure shouldn't result in missed opps. to participate. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Sometimes they just need an encouragement. They need to feel safe to take risks:) Way to be there for the studentr! #1stchat
    In reply to @taylorvtrotta
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 Also helping to make a plan for breaking the task into small steps #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3: I also love to tell my Ss that if I make all their work easy I'm not doing my job, I am to help them be the best they can be #1stchat
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3: This happens with one of my students. I teach him skills to overcome these difficulties and different ways to problem solve #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Q4 coming up... #1stchat
  • MrRCF Jan 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Love gradual release! https://t.co/SfwTZlaJWI #1stchat #SundayBlogShare
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Q1 - my students strengths are: inquisitiveness, perseverance, collaborative, willingness to share/discuss ideas and mistakes #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Yes, sometimes they learn more from another student. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Q4 How do you support a student who gets upset when he/she makes a mistake? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Great point! #1stchat
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A2 - demonstrating its okay to make mistakes, #growthmindset language "your brain is getting a lot of exercise today" #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: We have come a long way with this. I believe our work with @JenaiaMorane and her book Not Perfect Hat Club made the difference. #1stchat
    In reply to @JenaiaMorane
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:39 PM EST
    @ClassDojo has some fantastic videos to support all this as well. #1stchat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: I think it's important to model self-talk. Whenever I make a mistake I think out loud and share how a positive pep talk sounds #1stchat
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A2 - always talking about process and progress, look at the growth/improvement, feedback, collaboration to set goals #1stchat
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: I tell them mistakes help us learn. I need to focus on risk taking to help them with this. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4 We played a guessing game a lot. We focused on how we felt inside when we were trying. Less focus on right or wrong. Optimism #1stchat
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Digital Meanderings: Martin Luther King Jr Day https://t.co/9RRv7K8Bc2 #1stchat #RaiderStrong
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Digital Meanderings: Martin Luther King Jr Day https://t.co/uOMpUKx3xO #1stchat #RaiderStrong
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    #1stchat A4My Ss chant "mistakes are our friends" then they say"You just got smarter!" We help each other often. Mistakes are not a problem
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A3 - If the child is open about it, I don't have to, the other children in the class do! It's amazing! #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    For kids. @JenaiaMorane writes wonderful books that deal with social/emotional needs uses animals to relate to kids. #1stchat
    In reply to @stacie_beaman, @JenaiaMorane
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    @cdmom I love this! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
    • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
      #1stchat A4My Ss chant "mistakes are our friends" then they say"You just got smarter!" We help each other often. Mistakes are not a problem
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4 Remind her that mistakes are ok and of positive things to say when you make one. We made an anchor chart earlier in the year. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I like this saying https://t.co/v07E5ElUuI #1stchat
    In reply to @stacie_beaman
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Q5 coming up... #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I have totally missed this chat but one of our big words is "yet". It's great to hear students use it with each other. #1stchat
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Hi all! Catching that last few minutes. Had to finish watching the Packer game before I could jump on! #GoPackGO #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Q5 How can you help a student who doesn't want to get out of her comfort zone? #1stchat
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Hi all! Catching that last few minutes. Had to finish watching the Packer game before I could โ€ฆ #GoPackGO #1stchat https://t.co/BTAVPwPT8v
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    We are all learners in my class, including me. We all make mistakes (including me) and learn from them and move forward. #1stchat
  • tracey_bleakley Jan 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Yes! Sometimes my students even remind each other that mistakes help us learn. We've spent a lot of time on that. #1stchat
    In reply to @stacie_beaman
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4 - 1:1 asking why?, usually b/c they feel stuck, talk re: brain growing/perseverance, what can we try next? collaborate w/others? #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5 Building trust and relationships between teacher/students and students with each other. Creating a safe space for mistakes. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5: I question how am I presenting it..it should be inviting, challenging and motivating. #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5 Honouring the feelings of the student, yet supporting them (or having a friend support them) when the hit a road block. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5 Some just need the time and space to feel safe enough to try. Honour their need for both time and space. Build the trust. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5: I can also share stories of how their classroom would be different if I didn't/don't step out of comfort. #1stchat
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Give positive praise & support throughout the yr while making small baby steps towards bigger goal.Gently nudge don't push #1stchat
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5 - in a classroom where there is no judgement, all are equal (inc. teach) & everyone discusses mistakes it usually is a non issue #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5 I can't stress how important a 'community" has to be created where it honours ALL students how ever the are feeling. #1stchat
  • cdmom Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    #1stchat A5 Oh I have a S like this....I use wait time and have a supportive class....S has made incredible gain this year with confidence.
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5: Agree the trust is huge. Let them know that you and the class are there to support them and make it safe. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5 again, friends can support each other. #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    BINGO! #1stchat
    In reply to @MrsStajduhar1A
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: Celebrate when any of them step out of their comfort. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Q6 What would you do with a student who has a difficult time accepting others' ideas? #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #1stchat
    • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
      A5 I try to touch base 1st thing in the morning & encourage them that today might be the day that they try a new way & grow
      In reply to @lekadegroot
  • stacie_beaman Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    I need to use these when I'm doing technology training with Ts. Some get very uncomfortable learning new things. #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    We must be careful sometimes. For some they respond better in private vs infront of the class. #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6: Having a morning meeting where students are encouraged to share and all shared thoughts are respected is very important #1stchat
  • EHSMrsJ Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    ๐Ÿ“šThinking about using Seesaw in place of traditional ๐Ÿ“ reading logs? Tips to help you get started here: https://t.co/jAs34ar6tb #1stchat
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6: Also celebrate their successes even if they are small. They may seem small to you, but they might be huge to the S. #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A5: build a classroom community that embraces trying new things and making mistakes #1stchat
  • MrsStajduhar1A Jan 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6 - reminding that there are many ways to solve problems, many opinions and ideas and we are best/learn most when work/talk tgthr #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Of course. We must know our Ss and what motivates/stresses them. I have found very few who don't like it in a "family" classroom. #1stchat
    • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
      We must be careful sometimes. For some they respond better in private vs infront of the class. #1stchat
      In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Sometimes the celebration might need to be done in private and low key. It's so important to know your learners. #1stchat
    In reply to @MrLee1stGrade
  • dubioseducator Jan 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Sorry I missed you all #1stchat Have been on a movie roll! Remembering #MLKday2017 in this crazy time of divisiveness. Follow that road.
  • smalchow Jan 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A6- This is tough one-if situation allows, I'll ask student how they'd feel if someone disagreed w/ them or didn't like their ideas #1stchat
  • MrLee1stGrade Jan 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Exactly! I had one student who went from knowing 19 sight words to 23 sight words. Let's just say he was excited! #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Anxiety can be debilitating even in a most supportive environment. Just reminder it's important to know your learners. #1stchat
    In reply to @FirstAtBat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A6: This takes modeling, time and discussion. Also exposure and experiences. It truly needs to be taught and practiced. #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Jan 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    My whole class last year, we did many group/partner activities for more practice collaborating. Kagen structures #1stchat
  • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6: Share "what's going on in _____'s brain" alot (in a conflict, math problem solving) Helps kids realize we have different ideas #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Jan 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Agree! That's why I do team challenge. Focus is flexibility & listening! #1stchat
    • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
      A6: This takes modeling, time and discussion. Also exposure and experiences. It truly needs to be taught and practiced. #1stchat
  • FirstAtBat Jan 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Yes, love using math for this. We accept several strategies and then name the strategy with the Ss name. #1stchat
    • parksidefirst Jan 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
      A6: Share "what's going on in _____'s brain" alot (in a conflict, math problem solving) Helps kids realize we have different ideas #1stchat
  • KLirenman Jan 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A6 That is often a classroom discussion and/or 1:1 discussion. The key is to find out WHY it's difficult for the student. #1stchat