#5thchat Archive
#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!
Tuesday February 16, 2016
Please share name & favorite literacy activity you do in science or social studies
Kathy, K-5 Sci Coordinator, <3 finding & reading aloud picture books 2 Ss. Also <3 scientists' meeting where Ss talk 2 Ss probing!
I'm Paul Solarz from Arlington Heights, IL. I love having my students write from the perspective of a fictional historical figure.
One of my fave pic books Timeless Thomas .Ss love hearing it. Works for inventions
I have actually done that in science too! Ss write from the perspective of a force /motion https://t.co/JE6J74HCWz
I'm Paul Solarz from Arlington Heights, IL. I love having my students write from the perspective of a fictional historical figure.
Very creative!!! :) I love it!
I encourage teachers to use trade books to help introduce and/or reinforce scientific principles.
Hi, , Angela from Alberta here. I teach 6th grade but LOVE your chat. I like having Ss write letters from plants to ppl
Jessica, instructional coach for PK-3rd grade...love using pic books to intro topics...also love bios and having Ss create bios
You can do close reading of science/social studies text , one page, one picture
hooray I finally made it's Maria from Ohio I'm excited to learn along with everyone
I use writing in science when I ask Ss to talk and then use the evidence to Construct an explanation ...
Christine Strickland from Alabama. I used a picture book today when teaching about lady liberty.
Damien from PA. Photobiography of Lincoln is one of my favorites to use with my students.
A2 - We use reflective ePortfolios as our "notebooks" in science & social studies. Here's a student sample: https://t.co/Cd7zRE0SIx
A2: Ts use ntbks as a Ss created resource...more for science than SS... how are you using?
A2 I use interactive notebooks in science. Helps a lot with my AMSTI kits. Haven't used one in s studies
I still use comp books , graph paper for Ss to use in science notebooks.
Jordan from Princeton, NJ checking in late... How is everyone?
Can you tell us more? What does it look like? https://t.co/lLnpgMRoEv
A2 I use interactive notebooks in science. Helps a lot with my AMSTI kits. Haven't used one in s studies
A2 SS notebooks collect students' thinking, drawings and notes. It's a living journal of our different units
We do the same thing Paul. Much of our reflective work is becoming a blog post in many different forms.
Hi, Michael From GA. Bios in both science & Ss are my favorite.
A2 Use interactive nbs in Science and Social Studies...kids love em
Q3 Besides notebooks, what other types of writing are students doing in science & social studies?
Sci notebooks are a great resource for collecting evidence. It has to be modeled and practiced for students.
I use a composition notebook and keep lab notes, vocab, explanations, etc https://t.co/c7Cl7JDP3B
Can you tell us more? What does it look like? https://t.co/lLnpgMRoEv
A2 I use interactive notebooks in science. Helps a lot with my AMSTI kits. Haven't used one in s studies
With the help of our IT, my class will use Book Creator for their colonial unit
I would love to know more about this. https://t.co/y0UuF3WDNc
Damien from PA. Photobiography of Lincoln is one of my favorites to use with my students.
AMSTI kits are our state science kits with inquiry based experiments/lessons https://t.co/c7Cl7JDP3B
Can you tell us more? What does it look like? https://t.co/lLnpgMRoEv
A2 I use interactive notebooks in science. Helps a lot with my AMSTI kits. Haven't used one in s studies
The CER framework is key but the reasoning is difficult for some students to connect the sci phenomenon. https://t.co/bJqFQqL9co
Q3 Besides notebooks, what other types of writing are students doing in science & social studies?
Hey all -Krista from SE Michigan
Q4How have you incorporated reading into science/social studies?
I would love to know if anyone is using digital platforms as sci notebooks.
I use Google classroom to response to science and social studies lessons/activities.
A4: I use articles in SCI and use signposts for non-fiction. Also use from articles...
Do you like the linear format? Did you try any other LMS?
CER good as long as its not fill in blank. Start with eveidence to stop this happening https://t.co/kG671Op0DW
The CER framework is key but the reasoning is difficult for some students to connect the sci phenomenon. https://t.co/bJqFQqL9co
Q3 Besides notebooks, what other types of writing are students doing in science & social studies?
I use Weebly for our portfolios & it houses all of our subject reflections
A3 I use Google classroom to response to science and social studies lessons/activities
Many teachers are using read works, newsela, scholastics, and the textbook. But want more complex text. https://t.co/0JKYkyqMPq
Q4How have you incorporated reading into science/social studies?
Q4: I love PBL's and my students write a lot in S.S Ex.they dressed up as a soldier to tell a day in a life of a soldier in AR
depending on my unit, I do. Kids use slides for tracking growth in terrariums
I tell teachers to gradually take away those CER stem starters. https://t.co/PBHjcssgf1
CER good as long as its not fill in blank. Start with eveidence to stop this happening https://t.co/kG671Op0DW
The CER framework is key but the reasoning is difficult for some students to connect the sci phenomenon. https://t.co/bJqFQqL9co
Q3 Besides notebooks, what other types of writing are students doing in science & social studies?
A4 We read a lot of current events in my classroom. We share articles from and other sources. We analyzed texts together.
A4: Anyone using , Time for Kids, or The Learning Network from in lessons?
We just became GAFE schools but haven't tried any other LMS https://t.co/HDQ6OLVfzC
Do you like the linear format? Did you try any other LMS?
A4-Just about to start a book study via google classroom using the book By the Great Horn Spoon. Fun, historical fiction!
Good question science & soc studies learning is iterative, messy, how does that work interactive notebooks? https://t.co/DnCQSqLyd5
Do you like the linear format? Did you try any other LMS?
I heard of an app that is great. Can't remember the name and never got an opportunity to use it https://t.co/CmsSBjFIsi
I use Weebly for our portfolios & it houses all of our subject reflections
Lots of great resources being shared tonight. WIll someone capture ?
It also takes practice from the teacher. Especially if they are not use to it. https://t.co/ih4U4kCAzP
I agree. Science is a great subjects to get kids to write but it takes practice for them to practice C.E.R.
Our Media Center Spec is working with me on my kids' projects. So happy to have him on board!
Seesaw is a great app for digital portfolios. https://t.co/qM8mHPBGhv
I heard of an app that is great. Can't remember the name and never got an opportunity to use it https://t.co/CmsSBjFIsi
I use Weebly for our portfolios & it houses all of our subject reflections
Librarians are awesome and love creating text sets, resources
NSTA and other sites make it easy by identify books that go great with the science strands. https://t.co/9scv7Xy0qv
Our librarian has been very helpful with either buying books or borrowing them for me. She also keeps a professional shelf for us.
I will... After my 3yo goes to bed. 👍🏼
Q 6 What are some of your favorite books for science/social studies?
A5 our librarian is an awesome resource for me!
YES! That is the name of the app! I heard praises about it. https://t.co/yNPpkAtJeS
Seesaw is a great app for digital portfolios. https://t.co/qM8mHPBGhv
I heard of an app that is great. Can't remember the name and never got an opportunity to use it https://t.co/CmsSBjFIsi
I use Weebly for our portfolios & it houses all of our subject reflections
Thanks! I can't... Im on my phone.
A6 The Watcher about Jane Goodall.
I agree! Compositions are conducive for 5th-8th. More manageable and pages won't come out https://t.co/G11XqxjqVg
So true. I am new to 5th grade and used spiral notebooks. They are a nightmare. Composition from now on!
how do you choose? So many great ones!! https://t.co/F8JUown9pj
Q 6 What are some of your favorite books for science/social studies?
A6 Electrical Wizard : How Tesla Lit the World
I need to update my resources. I use the Probes books, Mystery Science,
Q6 What are some of your go to resources to find ideas for using literacy in science/social studies?
Remind me, what does GAFE stand for?
Resources - Perfect Pairs Melissa Stewart Picture Perfect Science Books Karen Ansberry Emily Morgan
I usually go to the Learning Center. Which leads me to Christine Royce or PPS https://t.co/iwUa4VlL3W
Q6 What are some of your go to resources to find ideas for using literacy in science/social studies?
I do like the Max Axiom books. Dr. Xargle is good for inferencing.
Google Apps for Education
I don't know current social studies go to resources Ive been doing science for the last 8 years.
A6 Hakim's History of Us set is phenomenal. It's rich, wonderfully written, engaging & reads like a novel. https://t.co/O9OUVLzJQt
Royce Teaching With Trade Books is amazing! I cannot speak of highly enough!
I like the award winners from the NSTA.
Q7 What do you consider a MUST HAVE for every teacher of 5th grade science & social studies?
I am partial to them also! I have participated on the committee to choose them ! https://t.co/TCkU4CjTc9
I like the award winners from the NSTA.
A7: An extensive non-fiction library, access to tech for research purposes, open periods of time for inquiry
A6-I find so many great resources on the national parks websites. comes to mind first!
I agree. Great forums were great educators respond and provide so much support. https://t.co/k9xFZtTJO0
NSTA is the best for resources and PD
We need a moderator for next week's (no one is signed up). Anyone? Be a risk-taker! Sign up here: https://t.co/yJZcW6DwU8 or DM me!
I agree! https://t.co/wKF2KB7Tla
A7: An extensive non-fiction library, access to tech for research purposes, open periods of time for inquiry
Uncovering Student Ideas in Science
NSTA Outstanding Trade Books are thoroughly vetted and books recommended in other NSTA publications
Uncovering Student Ideas really helps you dig into student thinking https://t.co/ZQqQhoasJg
Uncovering Student Ideas in Science
The students and I have found books with conflicting information. Amazing to me.
Q8 What is your favorite social studies unit? Why?
Sandy, I am interested in how you resolve with students? https://t.co/xShbCLmvHH
The students and I have found books with conflicting information. Amazing to me.
It happens a lot...but we always used it as research points and discussions as to how the misconceptions happen
A7: A YOUNG PEOPLE'S HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES by Howard Zinn.
A8 I am new to 5th and Ss and I have both loved the am revolution https://t.co/IUyGdH80Rg
Q8 What is your favorite social studies unit? Why?
great opportunity to get ss into argumentative writing. Prove which text is accurate. https://t.co/JU75S1NLPA
The students and I have found books with conflicting information. Amazing to me.
I love teaching the Westward Movement and The Civil War. So much opportunity for and great literature.
A8: Have always loved the economics of social studies...scarcity, supply/demand, etc. "The LawnBoy" by Paulson is a great read 4 it
I agree that it is a point of discussion with the students and how we have to be aware. Reputable sites
Have you seen the internet site about the explorers that is purposely inaccurate. Great teaching tool.
Supply/dmand makes for easy and relevant simulations as well :)
Q9 What is your favorite science unit? Why?
10 minutes until ! Our topic is collaboration. Come join the discussion!
I haven't...do you have link?
Would love to know what other 5th gr. teachers are teaching for content in SS.
A9 Water Planet - solar system, space, water cycle, weather all fun!!
A9 My fave 5th grade NGSS science unit is Earth's Systems . Can use Drop of Water, Drop Around World, integrate social studies too
We teach Middle Ages, Exploration, Colonialism
Great chat happening this evening...all abt reading and writing in the SS and science classroom
Q9 Open discussion science & social studies in 5th grade
It does teach students to be aware of all sites.
Have you thought about using it to learn about transfer of energy? Its bigger than just electricity. https://t.co/EUrE0ggC6i
A9 Electricity & Magnetism. Its like magic and gets the kids excited. We do DC Motors, Gen, & Telegraph also Ss Inventions
I love this site just for that reason! Makes Ss have to read and think about the content!
Thank you all for participating in . What a great learning experience for me! Couldn't have learned without you all.
Thanks for moderating this evening! Amazing job with the questions and the topic. :)
can join the Voxer Group Teachers in grades 3-5 discuss common topics each week. Vox or DM me for more info to join us.
Great job . Loved the topic and questions. https://t.co/qppcroEh5g
Thank you all for participating in . What a great learning experience for me! Couldn't have learned without you all.
Our district chat is at the same time next week... sorry, I can't. 😕 I will try for another one later in spring/summer!
