#ECEchat Archive | Participate

MrsMurat Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

My Ss broke the internet with positivity! https://t.co/mAJMMUrG9V #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #ECEchat ; ) Please share your name, where you're from, & what you do.

participatechat Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #ECEchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/6XPgtFHQIy

PintoBeanz11 Oct 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

This week the kids are sharing Letter F items on @Flipgrid #gafe4littles #kinderchat #elemchat #ecechat https://t.co/7gaqW9EDKH

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Greetings #ECEchat tribe! Jessica-Principal at #WoodsonK. I love leading and learning at the happiest place in SE Minnesota!

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Good evening #ECEchat PLN! I am Nancy - Principal of Celina Primary School in N. TX. I am passionate about all things #EarlyEd

sheehyrw Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Ryan, Elem Principal from N. CA. Glad to be here for a bit before dinner. #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Shelly! I'm an teacher in NC and I also work for Twinkl, and education resource company. #ecechat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Colleen fromOmaha, NE. Author, speaker, former kdg teacher #ecechat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey #ECEchat family! Katy checking in, #RISDprek Program Specialist in N. Texas. I love advocating for the littles & collaborating for ALL!

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Heidi here, #ECE District Program Administrator in North TX, passionate about all things #PreK #leadership, #ECEchat & #CodingInPk

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Howdy #ecechat from Barbara, school counselor and author of What's Under Your Cape? in Friendswood, TX. Super excited to learn w/you tonight

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Robin. I'm a kindergarten teacher from the DFW area. Welcome to the chat. #ECEchat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

wow wow wow!! Ryan so glad to see you here and have your expertise! #ECEChat

In reply to @sheehyrw

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#ECEchat is in a Q/A format with Q1, Q2, etc. Mark responses w/ A1, A2, A3,...etc

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Tonight's #ECEchat is about Social Emotional Development: Character Development in the Early Years

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Everyone 🤗Principal Julie Bloss, Grove ECC, joining in from rural Oklahoma fresh off Fall Break #ECEchat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I'm Ashley Denisen and I teach Kindergarten at #woodsonK in Austin, MN. Excited to be here for another great #ecechat !

cmedlockpaul Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hey #ECEchat! Love if u could take 10m 2 tell me ab ur teaching practices! U can win $250 Gift Card! https://t.co/UfzHhzBovI

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hola everyone! I’m Laura, a Kindergarten Dual Language teacher from South Florida! Excited to be here tonight! #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hello! Vicky Farias from Richardson ISD - PreK Bilingual Teacher- happy to join in tonight #ECEchat

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Megan Gapinski, kindergarten, IA #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q1 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi! I am Crystal Pepper and I teach K at Woodson in Austin, MN. Excited to learn with you all! #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Nancy. Super excited to grow with your #ecechat family tonight!

In reply to @techwnancy

ScottMiddlemiss Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Pics of "Buddy Benches" & newest "Kindness Library" gifted to schools from @JMBIGHEART. Nominate a school! https://t.co/shfljf1UgP #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Julie!!! Looking good on the lake! #ecechat

In reply to @BlossJulie

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Brett, aspiring Elementary teacher, Lamar, Mo. #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Laura! Welcome to #ECEchat

In reply to @LauraPantin1

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1 takes us back to our WHY. Why is it so critical to nurture #character values & traits early in a child's development? #ecechat

AmyDunsworth Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Happy to join for the first time. RISD PreK #ECEchat

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: The early development of positive character traits lays the foundation for successful relationships in school and beyond. #ECEchat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Welcome @BarbaraGruener We are honored that you are our special guest host on #ECEchat tonight!

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Howdy #ecechat from Barbara, school counselor and author of What's Under Your Cape? in Friendswood, TX. Super excited to learn w/you tonight

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Heidi!!! Excited to be here at #ecechat tonight!!

In reply to @VealHeidi

sheehyrw Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1. Setting the stage for their future. We owe our kids nuturing of their character. We must #BeTheOne that focuses on it. #ecechat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Good evening y’all! Elyse in Texas. Special ed teacher and lover of all hands on learning! #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Children are hard-wired for character virtues like #empathy but those skills don't happen by chance! https://t.co/543efou8Tu #ecechat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: there is SO much research about the reciprocal relationship between behavior and academic achievement! #ecechat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1. What we do to build relationships and character with our young kids lasts way longer than early childhood! #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1 takes us back to our WHY. Why is it so critical to nurture #character values & traits early in a child's development? #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hi Elyse; I'm super excited to see you at #ecechat tonight. Thank you for joining us!

In reply to @Hahne_Elyse

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#ECEchat hi again! Amanda Reaka, prek teacher in Lewisville Texas ready for tonight's chat! Sad I missed last week!

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: children need a strong foundation when it comes to developing positive character traits/values- leads to positive relationships #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1. Character development is core to all learning and creating strong learners. #ECEChat

MarvinByrd Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 it makes it easier for students to acquire the soft skills they will need outside of the classroom. #ecechat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 Early development lays the foundational building blocks for Ss to become strong, independent learners. #Character is a journey. #ecechat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Join in friends to tonight's ece chat happening now! #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1 takes us back to our WHY. Why is it so critical to nurture #character values & traits early in a child's development? #ecechat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Nurturing character traits in early childhood is instrumental to development & has a lifelong impact! #ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

RT Q1: Why is it critical to nurture character values and traits early in a child's development? #ECEchat

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 makes me think of this quote: "It's easier to build up a child than repair a broken man."... #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I am honored & grateful. Our Ss won't become value-able leaders if they're not grounded by core values from early on; so important! #ecechat

In reply to @VealHeidi

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Jumping in late: Kendra from McKinney Tx pre-K #ecechat

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Yes!! So true! And it also makes sense - as teachers we see this relationship intertwined very visibly with many of our kiddos! #ecechat

In reply to @ashley_denisen

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: early childhood is about setting foundations for future success, and that includes helping build good citizens! #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 Developing positive character traits builds a foundation for love of learning early #ecechat

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

“Value-able” - I LOVE this! So incredibly true! #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I am honored & grateful. Our Ss won't become value-able leaders if they're not grounded by core values from early on; so important! #ecechat
In reply to @VealHeidi

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Boom! It's all about healthy connections and relationships! Sets them up for positive interactions throughout life. #ecechat

In reply to @LauraPantin1

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Early implementation is important so Ss grow up with strong skills and can be independent leaders. Positive is power!#ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I love that: Positive is power. EmPOWERment is so important in our line of work as we encourage leadership & connection. #ecechat

In reply to @CrystalPepperK

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Q2: Let's talk cognition. How do your Ss {& school stakeholders} know what your school's core values are? How are they taught? #ECEchat

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: We have a school wide Bucket Filler theme. We give students tickets and reward the behavior we want to see more of. #ECEchat

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Anna, Nature Preschool Teacher in Prior Lake jumping in! #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: We've adopted the 6 Pillars of @CHARACTERCOUNTS; we Teach, Enforce, Advocate & Model the core values in daily routines & habits #ecechat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 core values are in our @LawsonECS creed. Do best, listen work hard, be a friend, I am a Lawson Sea Lion; we have a song too #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2. We practice them everyday. PBIS matrix, social stories and our school pledge reminds each of us. #ECEChat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: #woodsonK uses @Peekapak for character ed; 1 day/week we discuss the month's trait and Ss are recognized at monthly assemblies #ecechat

MarvinByrd Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 The adults in the building have to consistently model these values. Eventually, Ss will catch on. #ecechat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2. Model model model. Adults in the building must show through their actions and words. #ecechat

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2. Preschoolers learn through the actions of staff and teachers - values are taught thru what we say & more importantly what we do #ECEChat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I love Bucket Filling. Great concept for Ss to learn, understand & grab ahold of. Do you ever find it's too intangible for littles? #ecechat

In reply to @techwnancy

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1 if children's personalities are pretty much developed by age 5 its important to build on strong positive values #ECEchat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: One way my district teaches character traits is through the PBIS Guidelines For Sucess! #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

RT Q2: Domain1: Cognitive. How do your learners know what your school's core values are? #ECEchat

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: We recite our school pledge and rules daily. Lots of practice, and modeling from teachers and students, and bucket filling! #ecechat

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2 PBIS: Caring, Appropriate , Ready & Safe (CARS)- we have 'driving school' at start of yr, but obv teach throughout yr #ECEchat

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 Each month we focus on a different character trait. We learn about it, practice, recognize and reward it- then move to the next. #ECEchat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Bucket filling is so powerful for early learners! #ecechat

In reply to @CrystalPepperK

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A school song with core values woven in is such a fantastic idea! Similarly we recite a #character pledge every day. Our promise! #ecechat

In reply to @KLCseedtotree, @LawsonECS

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A1 I love how @FrogStreet author Pam Shiller gives the why for nurturing childrens' character values from the beginning. #ECEchat

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: our classrooms reflect our school core values by integrating innovation, Minds-on learning & collaboration in daily routines #ecechat

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2:We have a chant/phrase we say every morning to share what we model daily #ECEchat

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2. Students also pick up what teachers are reinforcing in in other Ss as well as themselves. Obvious what Tchrs/Schools value #ECEchat

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: we also have “kids of character” each month & have school-wide events that promote “coming together to help in some way #ecechat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: Kids are always watching! Modeling and spending time on the important things help Ss know what is important at school #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 Morning meeting is a great time to reward, practice, and relearn our core values! Morning character trait songs and chants too #ecechat

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT

One example was today, a S handed me a card she made saying she missed me, later, at least 5 other Ss brought me cards and pictures #ECEchat

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2. Students also pick up what teachers are reinforcing in in other Ss as well as themselves. Obvious what Tchrs/Schools value #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A2b: Empowering the Ss & letting them experience the core values is another strong strategy for core value infusion & integration! #ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2 besides @ConsciousD & #PBIS implementation-the main reason is modeling for Ss/explaining/social stories/conversations/visuals #ECEchat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2 Our students know the motto since we repeat it daily as well as practicing and instilling “always do your best.” #ecechat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2B: parents/stakeholders MUST know the learning taking place! Teacher should advocate for EC by sharing student learning #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yes, a child’s character is built from the inside out. What is seen is often times an outpouring of what went in. #ECEchat

In reply to @KLCseedtotree

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q3: How do you move Ss from the cognitive to the affective to embrace your core values so they want to make good character choices? #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2. Bucket filling and then sharing information with parents on our blog. #ECEChat https://t.co/QKPfbiqcQk

EduGladiators Oct 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#EduGladiators wraps October series on Ss Engagement SATURDAY w/@TopDogTeaching on #flexibleseating #TeachWriting #TXLchat #ECEchat #TWOTCW

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: We first work on building positive relationships then celebrate positive choices. They love being recognized for good things. #ECEchat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

We are kind, we are fair. Woodson Critters always care. Spread the word throughout your block-Woodson Critters always rock! #ECEChat

In reply to @sharalc

ADutke Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3, Foster Ss desire to make good character choices by drawing attention to the impact it has/why it matters #ECEchat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3. You do this. Direct quote from Barbara's awesome book #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

All the staff and children sing it every day. The @LawsonECS creed has hand motions too. #ecechat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @KLCseedtotree, @LawsonECS, @LawsonECS

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: What we appreciate appreciates. Ss have to feel the value in doing good. Celebrate their heart for service & they'll embrace it #ecechat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3 RELATIONSHIP! Ss want to emulate those that care about them #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3. Role playing and explicitly asking how our actions impact others. #ECEChat

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3:jumps of joy, continued praise, and bucket filling #ECEchat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3. We must model & think out loud through problems for our youngest learners to see, hear, & learn. #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

RT Q3: Domain 2: Affective. How do you move learners from the cognitive to the affective, to embracing them, wanting to do right? #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

TY @fourmonkeypress for using my words to share the importance of the relationship in helping Ss embrace, cherish the core values. #ecechat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3. You do this. Direct quote from Barbara's awesome book #ecechat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: reading #unselfie has been transformative in my work with Ss as we strive to develop character through fostering empathy #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 positive reinforcement-acknowledgement-making Ss feel valued-listening & validity-telling them "I notice that" #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I'm a huge fan of daily morning meetings! There is so much value in connecting together every day, even briefly. #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 Morning meeting is a great time to reward, practice, and relearn our core values! Morning character trait songs and chants too #ecechat

BHEcounselor Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A1 so that it’s natural & ingrained leading it to become habit & muscle-memory; also provides stable foundation for future skills #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1 takes us back to our WHY. Why is it so critical to nurture #character values & traits early in a child's development? #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 9:58 PM EDT

LOVE that you've added hand motions to make it kinesthetic! Meaningful movement enhances everything we do. #ecechat

In reply to @VealHeidi, @KLCseedtotree, @LawsonECS

LauraPantin1 Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3: we embrace the good and celebrate those moments! When we feel good, we do good! ❤️ #ecechat

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3 As a principal I lead this thru my classroom visits and read alouds. I intentionally select books that showcase the traits. #ECEchat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Oh I love this! Such a powerful message! #ecechat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3 Continue building a classroom community and showing Ss how their actions affect others positively/negatively in the classroom. #ecechat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3: before Ss can learn, they have to feel safe and loved and comfortable enough to try new things. Teachers have to build trust! #ecechat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3 Make character count. Movement, reinforcement, learning, behavior. All in and all day. #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Restorative circles are a beautiful complement to the morning meeting. So much power in sitting eye to eye, knee to knee. #ecechat

In reply to @VealHeidi

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3: Set a goal, track progress, and celebrate successes. Building relationships and take the Ss interests into account. #ecechat

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3b We host weekly assemblies to showcase student growth & recognize character. We also have random daily rewards out of our bucket #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:02 PM EDT

WoW; what a fantastic commitment to progress and growth! We select monthly Character Ambassadors, but I like meeting weekly, too. #ecechat

In reply to @BlossJulie

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A3 relationships- aside from this still trying to figure out! Our K Team prof growth plan this year related to SEL #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Q4: From our heart to our hands can be a very long 30 inches. How do you help your Ss intentionally choose to do the right thing? #ecechat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A4 Teach, Review, Model, practice, and repeat behavior. It’s learned and refreshed daily. Be proactive #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A3 part 2 Ss earn PBIS house points & praise by demonstrating these character traits: Cooperative/Honest/On task/Mindful/Prepared #ECEChat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A4: empathy is such an important concept! Kindness and good choices are skills that CAN be practiced and modeled! #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A4: Developmentally it's appropriate to incentivize good choices, but so important to move from extrinsic to intrinsic rewards. #ecechat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A4: creating a strong classroom community is essential for building positive relationships with others #ecechat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A4 building on the relationship, modeling behavior and explaining the WHY! #ecechat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4. Our Ss make daily commitments; they choose what to focus on for the day. Taking time to talk through situations is key, too! #ECEChat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

RT Q4: Domain 3: Behavioral. How do you move your learners to intentionally choosing and doing what's right? #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

AMEN! I think the key is daily, right? Practice is so important. Muscles don't get strong without working them out. Routinely! #ecechat

In reply to @Hahne_Elyse

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4 modeling, cultivating empathy (lit & actual experiences) #ECEchat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4.Behavior management is the backbone of classroom. Relationships are the heart! If the heart in your room is strong all aligns #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Q4: From our heart to our hands can be a very long 30 inches. How do you help your Ss intentionally choose to do the right thing? #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q4 Building strong teacher-Ss relationships. If students see someone they love doing what's right, they'll copy this behavior #ecechat

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 10:09 PM EDT

100% agree. Sometimes all day, every day. It’s a celebration when I don’t have to direct all the time. #ECEChat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A3 When you observe S's making good choices, notice them & name it so they know what that good feeling inside is. #ECEchat

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A4: modeling, expressing gratitude for examples of integrity and rewarding characteristics of a Bobcat heart ❤️#ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

YES. Ss love to hear their name called for a GOOD thing, right? Celebrate the good; what we expect, we affect! It'll pay off. #ecechat

In reply to @VealHeidi

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A4: Through teaching and modeling perseverance, empathy, gratitude, and social skills. Positive praise and compliments.#ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Q5 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A4 cont to build strong relationships w Ss-acknowledge Ss good choices-incorp social emotional discussions-act out best practices #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Yes! Read Alouds are powerful for teaching character traits! #ecechat

In reply to @BlossJulie

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Q5: What's your favorite picture book (or other resource) to help you instill values; something value-able, that teaches a lesson? #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A5: I know i wrote the Q, but I can't pick just one. Here's a link to our list of #character themed faves: https://t.co/VSC95JJZAW #ecechat

TwinklUSA Oct 24 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q5 I love Thank You, Mr. Falker. It's great at teaching kids everyone learns differently & builds off of Ss-teacher relationship #ecechat

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5:Here are a few favorite reads for character building #ECEchat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5b: I also have this link where you can find the many #character object lessons we love: https://t.co/ZRQPDhE6Fs #ecechat

fourmonkeypress Oct 24 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5. Leo the Late Bloomer! Available in both English and Spanish #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5. Chrysanthemum, The Big Hug, How to Fill You Bucket. #ECEChat

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5: Don't Laugh at Me by Steve Seskin & Allen Shamblin! Perfect for all ages! #ecechat Check it out here: https://t.co/wUDDaaeVRm

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

RT Q5: What's your favorite picture book to help instill values, that teaches a lesson? #ECEchat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5 David books! ❤️the conversations that occur from his choices but he is always still loved #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5 Shubert books build character thru conflict & demo's helpful ways for Ss to solve problems-teaches Ss/adults calming strategies #ECEChat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5: I love "Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler" as a tie-in to Valentines and is great for family engagement #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5 Inch & Miles by John Wooden is great 4 character building. I <3 Peanut Butter & Cupcake about not giving up on finding a friend #ECEchat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5: I like Llama Llama and the bullygoat! All the llama books! #ecechat

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5: The Crayon Box That Talked, The Little Engine That Could, and How to Fill A Bucket. #ecechat

PintoBeanz11 Oct 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

What are some outdoor ball games your kiddos like to play? #elemchat #kinderchat #ecechat #1stchat #2ndchat #gafe4littles

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5 So many! Here's this month's book- a great one about friendship and tolerance. #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Q6 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A5 so many! Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun, What if Everybody Did That, Llama Llama & the Bully Goat, Stick & Stone, Todd Parr (author, #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A5b: THIS was in the bargain bin at HEB this summer; it's a strong #resilience title. Picts change from B&W to color w/reframe! #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

#Wonder & #We're All Wonders #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I love The Sandwich Swap. Always thought it'd be an excellent springboard for a Cultural Cuisine event! #ecechat

In reply to @BlossJulie

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Q6: It's action time! What is one charACTer idea, strategy, or activity you are going to try because of tonight's collaboration? #ecechat

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

https://t.co/0D4EHc0JHo #ecechat

megwhittaker5 Oct 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Looks neat! Anyone do this yet? #ecechat #prek

participate Oct 23 @ 1:27 PM EDT

#SparkEmpathy with @EmpaticoOrg! You're only 6⃣ steps away from connecting with a classroom across the world!

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A5 What If everybody did that is a favorite. #ECEChat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A6 I need to place a book order😉 & share these great stories with them #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Thanks, Crystal. I just posted this to my book's FB page! #ecechat

In reply to @CrystalPepperK

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A6 Looks like I need to go shopping for more books! So many great recommendations tonight! Thanks everyone! #ecechat

CrystalPepperK Oct 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A6: Compliment Circles for bucket filling and Restorative Circles for problem solving. #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A6 I'm going to look through the read aloud books that were mentioned/suggested & select some that my Ss will benefit from #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A5 I loved reading this Pete the Cat book to your class this wk @MrsReaka to teach about feelings & emotional self control. #ecechat #lisdpk

Hahne_Elyse Oct 24 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A6 Always a good day when you get a new book. Thank you for the awesome recs y’all! #ecechat

ashley_denisen Oct 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6: like @CrystalPepperK I'll be looking at Restorative Circles #ecechat

MrsReaka Oct 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6: I want to start using restorative circles to help Ss solve problems together #ecechat

Kmegan_gapinski Oct 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A6 Looking at @BarbaraGruener 's book for our prof growth plan 😉😀 #ECEchat

vickyfarias7716 Oct 24 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Thanks for the informational chat- lots to reflect on! Have a great night everyone #ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

RT Q6: One thing you are going to try after tonights chat? #ECEchat

RSwd53 Oct 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A6: consider what I could do differently to enhance what is already in place #ECEchat

VealHeidi - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@Amazon here come the #ECEchat PLN ready to load up on #AllTheBooks 📘📗😍❤️📚📚📚📚📚❤️😍📗📘

In reply to @katyphinney, @amazon

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Great conversation, great ideas as always thanks #ECEChat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Check out this guest post from a counselor in CT who uses circles successfully: https://t.co/JR9siUifJE @JulieGB7 #ecechat

In reply to @ashley_denisen, @CrystalPepperK, @JulieGB7

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A6 So grateful for new book titles to explore! Can't wait! Thx everyone! #ECEchat

KLCseedtotree Oct 24 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Great chat! See you next week #ecechat

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Thanks! I know where you can get discounted copies signed by the author!! #ecechat

In reply to @Kmegan_gapinski

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Do you Vox? DM @vealheidi @JessicaCabeen @techwnancy or @katyphinney to be added to the #ECEchat Voxer group.

BarbaraGruener Oct 24 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Thank you #ecechat family, for your warm welcome and engaging collaboration tonight. YOU are superheroes of the #character kind!

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Here is a list of #ECEchat Tweeps to follow and connect with throughout the week https://t.co/1dabqA9CMj

ECEchat - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thank you for joining #ECEchat tonight. Remember to follow the awesome #EarlyEd friends that you connected with tonight!

BlossJulie Oct 24 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Super chat tonight on such an important topic! Thx @BarbaraGruener for guest moderating 💡Happy Week Everyone! ☀️#ECEchat

techwnancy - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Do you Vox? DM @vealheidi @JessicaCabeen or @techwnancy @katyphinney to be added to the #ECEchat Voxer group.

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Oct 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

#ECEChat will be off on 10/31 but back on 11/7 to start our series on Reading Foundations! @techwnancy @VealHeidi @katyphinney

katyphinney Oct 24 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Don't miss #ECEchat sign up on Remind. https://t.co/f7fivsKJMX