#Kinderchat Archive | Participate

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

Hello, hello, it’s #kinderchat time!

Evening everyone!! Brett, Lamar, Mo., aspiring teacher #KinderChat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

I’m Meg from Chicago & I’ll be your host tonight. Come on out & say hi; where are you from & what is your favorite winter thing. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hi Brett, Welcome to the #kinderchat!

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RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

I'm Rae Ann from Richmond, Indiana. My favorite winter thing is when winter is almost over. #kinderchat

MaryBuchananGCC Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Mary from Grove City College. New to this chat, but excited. Favorite winter thing is probably seeing Christmas lights. #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hi Rae, Welcome to tonight’s #kinderchat! Ha! You have a ways to go for winter to be over!

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Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hi everyone - Jay from Connecticut; I like drinking hot coffee in the winter #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

I'm Christine from freezing cold Alberta. My fave winter thing is sitting in front of a roaring fire #kinderchat

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michellegitlin Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hi, my name is Michelle Gitlin. I am a preservice student from UW-Platteville. My favorite winter thing is building snowmen. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi Mary; welcome to the chat! We are a friendly and varied bunch here! #kinderchat

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katiedroeszler Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

My name is Katie and I'm a pre-service teacher at University of Wisconsin Platteville! #kinderchat

armuetzel1 Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi! I'm Gail! excited to be a part of this chat! My favorite winter thing is deciding. #kinderchat

RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

@teachermeg YES!! It's not even officially winter yet. :( #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi Jay; Welcome! I love the hot coffee all year long. #kinderchat

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MaryBuchananGCC Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Thanks! I am looking forward to this. #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi Christine! How are you? Is it snowy up there already? We got a few inches yesterday. #kinderchat

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armuetzel1 Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Decorating #kinderchat

St006C Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Courtney K teacher Wa and we got snow today! My fav winter activity is snowshoeing. #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hello Michelle! Welcome to the #kinderchat!

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Girl, it's freezing. And snowy too. -32C with the wind chill tomorrow. Can you say, inside recess? #kinderchat

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MaryBuchananGCC Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Another Grover! How exciting! #Kinderchat

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dmarines Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Give the gift of number sense and subitize. https://t.co/bOh9691USA #teachmagically #kinderchat #iteachk

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi Katie! Wow; UW showing up at the #kinderchat tonight! Welcome!

In reply to @katiedroeszler

mstinyteacher Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

#kinderchat I am @mstinyteacher from Saskatchewan Canada. I like walking on sunny winter days.

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mr_swingle Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

@teachermeg Will here from MN! Favorite winter thing is hanging out by the fireplace...oh and sledding!!! 😁#Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi Gail; welcome to tonight’s chat! #kinderchat

In reply to @armuetzel1

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hi Courtney; you made it! #kinderchat

In reply to @St006C

armuetzel1 Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

thank you! I'm so excited to be a part of it! #kinderchat

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PintoBeanz11 Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

Discussing Coding with Littles tomorrow during the #gafe4littles chat! Join us 5 PM PST https://t.co/Yh2qbFkC6C #kinderchat #edtechchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

I'm late. I'm Amy, and my new favourite winter thing is fleece-lined tights. #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hello! Welcome to tonight’s #kinderchat!

In reply to @mstinyteacher

HaiKat96 Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi I'm Hailey, a preservice teacher from University of Wisconsin Platteville #KinderChat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

I'd like to say, a million below zero, but it's actually -25.6F. #kinderchat

In reply to @St006C, @teachermeg

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi Will; welcome to the chat tonight! #kinderchat

In reply to @mr_swingle

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Hi Hailey, welcome! #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Did your mom call? #wink #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Not YET..... #Kinderchat

In reply to @KeeneeLou

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Kirsti, Texas, & Winter Mochas! #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

It may as well be a million.... #Kinderchat

In reply to @KeeneeLou, @St006C, @teachermeg

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Inside recess. All. Week. Long. #sigh #kinderchat

In reply to @happycampergirl, @St006C, @teachermeg

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

Hi Kirsti. Welcome to #kinderchat!

In reply to @kirstismith19

P21Learning Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

P21 is looking for innovative environments in #EarlyLearning to be #P21Exemplars learn more at https://t.co/CA6sNBFSqt #kinderchat #edchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

We will get started in our chat about the book shortly. We won’t be following a formal question and answer format as a heads up. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

Here’s the link to the document all about the year long book study: https://t.co/1QqPHeKQUa #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

Glad to see so many new faces and so many pre-service teachers. Here is the #kinderchat newbie guide: https://t.co/YZ4aIrtary.

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

Alright! The first chapter for discussion is chapter 3 with a focus on considering a child's perspective. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

The authors state the importance of seeing childhood as a SIGNIFICANT part of the life cycle. What are your thoughts? #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: I think it is a good reminder that children are not PREPARING to live their lives. They are LIVING them. #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

For those who like formality, go ahead and call this Q1. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

The authors state the importance of seeing childhood as a SIGNIFICANT part of the life cycle. What are your thoughts? #kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

I would agree with the author. I believe your foundation starts in childhood. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:16 PM EST

I loved that this chapter focused on observing from the child’s perspective. Put’s us in the mindset for planning experiences. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

.@kirstismith19 And as educators, how can we embrace the child’s perspective when planning for their days? #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

As adults, we often forget the child's perspective. It helps me with DAP when I keep my Ss in mind #kinderchat

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kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

I agree! I'm unfamiliar with the book, but being in a child's perspective is a great way to learn. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

Can you tell us more about this, Christine? #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

As adults, we often forget the child's perspective. It helps me with DAP when I keep my Ss in mind #kinderchat
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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q2: Going further, how does considering a child’s perspective shift the way we respond to certain behaviors? #kinderchat

MaryBuchananGCC Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

@teachermeg It is often hard to see things from a child's perspective. This is something I will have to work on. #Kinderchat

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kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

I would say flexibility would be a great quality to have during their perspective times. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

I'm just thinking about what things/experiences/engagements are actually age and developmentally appropriate #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

Have you been able to look at book The Art of Awareness that we are basing tonight on? It gives good practice! #kinderchat

In reply to @MaryBuchananGCC

MaryBuchananGCC Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

I have not, but I am definitely going to soon! #Kinderchat

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kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

that's a great question! Behavioral management would be harder in this situation. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

Q2.5: As adults, how can we train ourselves to better consider the children’s perspective? #kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

I feel guilty when I begin to rush or make my students feel rushed; WHAT'S THE RUSH? I love when they call me out on it. #kinderchat

michellegitlin Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

Q2. I think considering a child's perspective helps us respond with empathy. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

Am I making sense?! ;-) #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Or would it be easier because it’s move from management to considering meaning behind behaviors & responding? #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Yes; what’s the rush indeed! #kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

I feel guilty when I begin to rush or make my students feel rushed; WHAT'S THE RUSH? I love when they call me out on it. #kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Q2.5: I think we need to step back and take in what they are thinking of. We are often to rushed to do so. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Yes, you are. #kinderchat :)

In reply to @KeeneeLou

RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

In order to truly understand a student academically and behaviorally, it's crucial to understand their perspective & background #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

Chapter 4 helps us look deeper as we are challenged to observe how children use their senses to explore world. #kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

that is very true! If we were in their perspective we may know more meanings behind it. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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michellegitlin Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

Q2.5: I think it is a matter of intentionally pausing to visualize one's self in the child's position. #kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

I have more appreciation and empathy for children with behavior/social/etc issues when I step back for a moment #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Rachel Carson asks “What if I had never seen this before? What if I knew I would never see it again?” in chapter 4. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:28 PM EST

Q3: How can we use the quote to help us observe how children use their senses in their play? And to put us in their perspective? #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Rachel Carson asks “What if I had never seen this before? What if I knew I would never see it again?” in chapter 4. #kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:28 PM EST

A unique look at a child's perspective "young children simply insist on mutual recognition and regard" https://t.co/ZRBzxTsYVZ #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

Hi Mardelle! I am glad to see you here! Thank you for sharing this article; I want to read it right now! #kinderchat

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kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

It's all a new learning experience. We will continue to see new things, and we have to adjust accordingly. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

a4 imagine the wonder we feel as adults with new experiences. It is all that and more, and more often for young ones #kinderchat

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Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

If anything - questioning like this should help us focus on appreciating our population for who they are. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3 That is a powerful quote. Everyone should ask themselves this! Important to be present in your life/play #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

Everything a little one sees is still NEW for them -- like we feel looking all around in a new city. #Kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

We can't make assumptions; we should be ready to 'teach anything' in a moment's notice #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

How can YOU add opportunities for wonder and awe into your classroom? What value does provoking wonder provide? #kinderchat

MrCarlsonK Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

Starting #computerscienceweek by coding each other to read sight words! #hourofcode #everyonecancode #kinderchat @CSEdWeek

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

A child's understanding and comprehension ability defers greatly from an adult. All is new to them. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

jasonklein Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

I think this comment is true for all of us as learners, right? Approach the world with openness. #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

I LOVE Rachel Carson. She wrote a tiny book “The Sense of Wonder”; I think all educators/parents should read it. #kinderchat

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MrCarlsonK Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

We are learning about traditions around the world. Today we celebrated St. Nicholas Day! #kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

Provide a discussion place. We can learn a lot from a child if we take the time to listen. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

It is. Yet, children build fantastic theories about the world & how it works. And it’s up to use to observe how. #kinderchat

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michellegitlin Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

Q4. Provoking wonder is extremely important. It creates an enjoyment for learning. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

It’s a very easy read. More of a book to guide reflection and practice about observing. #kinderchat

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learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

I love when you think a child is having an aha moment, and you are able to put the just right thing in front of them. #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

I think more than being enjoyable, wonder sparks a drive for problem solving, for curiosity, for constructing own theories. #kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

We should be extra critical of programs to ensure they allow this sense of wonderment and awe #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

How do we spot those “aha moments”? #kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

I love when you think a child is having an aha moment, and you are able to put the just right thing in front of them. #kinderchat

michellegitlin Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

Q4. You can add opportunities for wonder and awe by asking your students what they are interested in. Also #inquiry #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

Can anyone share a way they have recently tried to spark wonder in their classroom? #kinderchat

St006C Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

Sorry #Kinderchat hot pulled back into meeting.

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

Making sense, making meaning. That's real engagement and real learning. #kinderchat

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St006C Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

Bybbit giving direct answers and asking what do you think? #Kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

honestly? We shut up and be still, be watchful and stay out of their play :) #kinderchat

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St006C Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

By asking "what do u think?" Rather than answering. #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

Here's my example of wonder: hung buckets and tubes from the ceiling for the children to discover. #kinderchat

RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

They can learn so much from each other. From exploring and discovering on their own. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

My wonder since about 1989! A group of like minded Ts who wanted to find these moments with/for Ss joined together #kinderchat

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learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

we had a multi- grade conversation about how wonder is a tough sell for kids. #kinderchat k's still get it, but older kids are losing it

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

The last chapter we read for this week was chapter 5: Observing How Children Explore, Invent, and Construct. #kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

Letting them discover new things will always make them wonder. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

This chapter really challenges the reader to observe the theories that children build about the world. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

YES. We start in G1 when we somehow feel it all has to change but it really shouldn't #kinderchat

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tracyacramer Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

so sad. But I agree. I don't want them to lose their sense of wonder. #Kinderchat

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learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

Plus @JonFines is the @Wonderopolis guru - he has done great stuff with daily wonders, and deeper wondering too. #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

Why do you think this is? I still wonder at things (mountains usually); maybe we just have to find what sparks? #kinderchat

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RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

We should never lose our sense of wonder. No matter how old we get. That's where learning stems from. #kinderchat

tracyacramer Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

wonder journals @Wonderopolis #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q5: Here’s the big one: How can we move past “CUTE” and really observe & build upon what children are doing? #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

Adults need to be open to the diirection of what children are wondering about. Share the "power" and control #kinderchat

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RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

Have the students do more of the talking. Less Teacher talk, more Student talk. True for all grades and levels. #kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

#kinderchat I come back to my always phrase. If a child shows something to me, "What do you want me to notice?"

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

by observing them more closely, we will find the way they think about the things that we already adore. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

A5: we have to get out of our own way. I have a JK class super into learning about wheat. WHEAT. #Kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:48 PM EST

How did that start? #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:49 PM EST

We have adult ideas about what is interesting, which may make us less into what kids really see & wonder about. #Kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:49 PM EST

Boom. RT @happycampergirl: A5: we have to get out of our own way. I have a JK class super into learning about wheat. WHEAT. #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

How can you support a child initiated project that you find incredibly boring? What becomes your role as teacher/caregiver? #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:49 PM EST

We have adult ideas about what is interesting, which may make us less into what kids really see & wonder about. #Kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

One of their teachers has an allergy, so conversation started... next thing, they were learning about flour, baking bread... #Kinderchat

In reply to @KeeneeLou

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

I like that so much. Authentic, interesting, caring! #kinderchat

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dubioseducator Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

#kinderchat jumping in for a minute. For me everyday is a wonder for kinders: 1/2

dubioseducator Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

2/2 watching them share, help each other, giggle gleefully, cry w/passion & outrage. Ask a million qs I subbed in Ks today 😂#kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

Rushed! We need to respect, honour and FIGHT for slow learning. #kinderchat RT @kirstismith19: Q2.5: I think ... https://t.co/VgVTFQ0etK

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

So the big take-aways from these 3 chapters: respect child’s perspective and ideas, take on role of observer and partner. #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

To me, if the kids are all into it, it is NEVER boring. Trick is to allow room for them to GET INTO things that seem random... #Kinderchat

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Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

Fortunately, we are in a grade where we can't avoid wonder; we just have to be sure to do the right thing with it #kinderchat

happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

That said, I will confess that I find dinosaurs INCREDIBLY DULL. #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

Oh I like the RANDOM; I tend to find the fascinations of the princesses mind numbing. I’m working on it. #kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

We say, make room for the children in this unit/classroom/inquiry/activity #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

Is there a wrong thing to do with kids' wonder? #Kinderchat

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KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

Me too. Dinosaurs are really about big, powerful creatures though, don't ya think? ;-) #kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

As we wrap up; share one area of room/play/etc that you want to observe more deeply this week. #kinderchat

KC_SEASportsFan Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

Love this!! #KinderChat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

So the big take-aways from these 3 chapters: respect child’s perspective and ideas, take on role of observer and partner. #kinderchat

St006C Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

I want to "run" with those ah ha moments and learn how to set stage for Ss digging deeper. #Kinderchat

kirstismith19 Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

group discussion. I want to observe more of what they are saying, rather than what I'm saying. #EDCI365 #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

I think dinosaurs are a way of processing "monsters" - making scary things less scary by learning facts.. #kinderchat

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RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

The stories the students are telling through their drawing/writing is an area to look more deeply. #kinderchat

KeeneeLou Dec 5 @ 9:57 PM EST

Ooh. That's good. I don't love facts, so maybe that's why I don't dig them. #kinderchat

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learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:57 PM EST

I think we can't fake being curious about something, but we can revel in the feeling that curiosity evokes in us #Kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:57 PM EST

This is incredibly insightful. #kinderchat

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happycampergirl - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

See, and I think I don't love dinos because they are no longer REAL, and like REAL stuff. (Total mystery why I love HarryPotter) #Kinderchat

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teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

Do we as adults let ourselves feel curiosity? To ask questions we don’t know the answers to? #kinderchat

learningmurd - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:57 PM EST

I think we can't fake being curious about something, but we can revel in the feeling that curiosity evokes in us #Kinderchat

Jumangi13 Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

I love sitting back and just listening during snack time; outside observers would see it as down time, but great conversations #kinderchat

teachermeg Dec 5 @ 9:59 PM EST

Alright folks! We are nearing the end of the chat. Thank you to all who came out tonight and to all of the new chatters. #kinderchat

RaeRae3987 Dec 5 @ 9:59 PM EST

It depends. Some adults lose their curiosity. But some are naturally inquisitive. #kinderchat