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biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Bonnie Science teacher from CT I was (still am) a tinkerer #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome everyone! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening Bonnie. #teachmindful

In reply to @biologygoddess

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#teachmindful I was a tinkerer, I would prefer to play with Lego, blocks and Tinker toys rather then being outside running around.

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello #teachmindful kate from NY - I tinkered and tumbled. Probably more tumbling though.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome everyone! #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello! I'm so glad that I made it #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Good evening Kate. #teachmindful

In reply to @carrottmuffins

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#teachmindful Alana Stanton here from Ga. I was a tumbler. I loved being outside and exploring our forest in the backyard. I loved nature

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1 is coming right up folks! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#teachmindful Good evening my friend. Happy Thursday Alana!

In reply to @StantonAlana

kimmykcollins Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey, Kim from NC-third grade! #teachmindful

SusZanti5 Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi #teachmindful ..Susan, stopping to say hello!

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Thanks Melissa! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#teachmindful Good evening my friend. Happy Thursday Alana!
In reply to @StantonAlana

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Good Evening Kim. #teachmindful

In reply to @kimmykcollins

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Heelo Susan. Happy Thursday. #teachmindful

In reply to @SusZanti5

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi #teachmindful friends Spiri from PA popping in 😊

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Good evening y'all! Elyse from Katy and I was a tinker. I loved the feels and different textures. #teachmindful

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1: #teachmindful Diane 7th gr ELA Katy, Tx. imaginitive play-making a classroom of dolls, healing pets or swashbuckling outdoor adventures

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi, all! Rebecca from Nevada- I like to get into things, so I'd say I was a tinkerer. #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I took my legos outside clear memories of building under a forsythia bush :) #teachmindful

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hey hey Spiri is here! #teachmindful

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triciafreyes Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Tricia from Katy, TX. I tinkered a lot, had imaginary students in my garage that I'd "teach", and I fought off my 2 bros! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hello my friend Rebecca. Happy Thursday. #teachmindful

In reply to @R_CILR

SusZanti5 Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

HI! And to you too :) #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Heelo Susan. Happy Thursday. #teachmindful
In reply to @SusZanti5

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Happy Thursday I am happy you are here. #teachmindful

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itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I was tinker first then tumbling/gymnastics now both 😊 #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Good evening. Happy Thursday. #teachmindful

In reply to @mdianereed

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 #teachmindful I think tinkering is letting your mind make sense of the world, to trial & error, build/rebuild without a sense of failure

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Good evening #teachmindful! Valerie from FL joining tonight!

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hey hey 😊 Hello Kim Hope all is well #teachmindful

In reply to @kimmykcollins

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Now that I have my own & I teach younger ones, yes. I love it bc it helps with problem solving.I think differently now #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Good evening my friend! #teachmindful

In reply to @triciafreyes, @StantonAlana

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 humans learner from experience, Ss have to tinker make mistakes & correct them to learn best #teachmindful

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Al Tinkering to me is playing with a purpose. Ss need to manipulate or tinker to discover and dive into learning. #teachmindful

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 playing around with something, not necessarily goal driven but curiosity driven #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

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In reply to @carrottmuffins

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

And I'm on time 😂😂 #teachmindful

kimmykcollins Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey Spiri!! All is well here in NC!! How about you!?!☺ #teachmindful

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carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 I think it can help build problem solving skills and possibly lead to innovation #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Happy Thursday! Thank you for coming. #teachmindful

In reply to @spiraledu

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Tinkering means exploring or trying something new! 👍🏻#teachmindful

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A2: #teachmindful Tinkering can be physical movement of items or manipulating ideas - both take time. Our Ss need to time to explore

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: To me a person who tinkers likes to explore-take apart/put back together. That could be true of a radio or a math problem. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hello Valerie! Happy Thursday! #teachmindful

In reply to @valerietilton

kimmykcollins Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 playing around with something-something that you are curious about #teachmindful

triciafreyes Apr 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#teachmindful A1 Tinkering is all about figuring out the process, making changes, toying, questioning how to give breath/life to an idea.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

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In reply to @itsmeSpiri

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Great point! #teachmindful

In reply to @carrottmuffins

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: To me: tinkering is slowly working on their creations over time. I do that with song writing. #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 Have you ever tinkered? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 Tinkering in the classroom is important. #teachmindful

SusZanti5 Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Tinkering also happens in the mind-creativity and imagination are the beginning of the intentional exploration and learning #teachmindful

kimmykcollins Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Need to let our Ss have time to explore! They need to be encouraged to pursue their interests and tinkering allows that!! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yea! Victor is here. Thank you for joining in tonight. #teachmindful

In reply to @MrSmall215

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1)Toying w/tools materials, thinking w/your hands, learning thru doing, getting curious about mysteries of the everyday stuff #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 #teachmindful A makerspace & time for SS to explore & engineer their thoughts into the 3-D world. I Provide the tools & let SS create.

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

All good 😊 my friend #teachmindful

In reply to @kimmykcollins

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Hi, Alana! It is amazing what kinders will come up with it they tinker! #teachmindful

In reply to @StantonAlana

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 building confidence and acceptance of open ended exploration #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 Tinkering in the classroom is important. #teachmindful

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Oh Steve...it'll cost ya! 😂😂 #teachmindful

In reply to @stephenkelley85

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I love that "thinking with your hands" #teachmindful

In reply to @itsmeSpiri

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 give Ss options, there are many kinds of tinkering, if it insights curiosity it can't be wrong - have lots of supplies! #teachmindful

triciafreyes Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#teachmindful A2 creating a makerspace helps my Ss realize how tinkering and learning fit.

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StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 #teachmindful In the beginning discussion, modeling, small group practice. Later the students learn failure is feedback

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

So true, confidence b/c there is exploration & creating without worry of a grade #teachmindful

In reply to @carrottmuffins

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Time, Space, Autonomy, and Urgency. #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 Tinkering in the classroom is important. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Yes a full Makerspace works best for me- tons of supplies opens up the possibilities #teachmindful

In reply to @biologygoddess

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: My Ss need to play with the objects or object first. That helps them to focus when it is time to start. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 Tinkering in the classroom is important. #teachmindful

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: We need to give them the tools to be independent, and support them if they're not... #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 Tinkering in the classroom is important. #teachmindful

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Ss loved teambuilding that had them build something out of very few items. Creativity and crit thinking was key! Loved it! #teachmindful

kimmykcollins Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 Giving some time at the beginning of lessons to explore manipulatives, choice w/end projects using dollar store supplies #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I laugh when Ts say Ss won't try if they aren't working for a grade #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

So true, confidence b/c there is exploration & creating without worry of a grade #teachmindful
In reply to @carrottmuffins

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2) Brought in old computer, Ss took it apart & want to know names of each part/what it does, tried to make their own #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Love the urgency part- true- they need to feel a bit rushed to keep the blood flowing & focused #teachmindful

In reply to @MrSmall215

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I know right? They totally commit when they don't fear penalty- #teachmindful

In reply to @biologygoddess

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

So cool. @triciafreyes and I did that with Day son vacuums #teachmindful

In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @triciafreyes

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 Tinkering allows for creativity to be sparked and curiosity to be planted. It's not just a toy. It's a tool. #teachmindful

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#teachmindful A2: new to this, just seeing how fits w/ELA. Today did "Create a Creature" for character development before writing

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 #teachmindful It can be the same thing. But I see tinkering as purposeful play- having an idea & engineering a solution or model.

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 no I don't think so. Tinkering for me is more introspective &I can become structured as I experiment #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 Tinkering allows for purposeful discovery and learning. It allows for connections to content too. #teachmindful

FloradTeach Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Hi @ChouinardJahant, I'm sorry I won't be able to participate in the chat tonight, family responsibilities. Back next week! #teachmindful

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Yes and expected/desired outcome #teachmindful

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: To me they are different. Tinkering=Objects are needed Play=No objects needed-But r the same bc they require imagination! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

That looks so fun. I bet your Ss loved it! #teachmindful

In reply to @mdianereed

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: I think it can b both w/out Ss knowing it! Work can b fun! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

No worries my friend. Family first. #teachmindful

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DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#teachmindful sorry for showing up late ... Sonja first grade teacher from Houston, TX!

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 With tinkering you are thinking/designing/making and problem solving. It helps open the doors with logic. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

It is amazing what happens when fun intertwined with learning- tinkering #teachmindful

In reply to @valerietilton

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: To me they r different: (Tinkering=Objects needed Play=No objects needed). But they r same bc they require imagination! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A1: #Tinkered allowing our Ss 2 warm up, "crank" their engines-if they aren't properly tinkered they won't operate correctly! #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 this is tough, how about playing is freelance tinkering. I also like tinkering is thinking with your hands #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

No worries I am happy you made it my friend. Happy Thursday #teachmindful

In reply to @DFWRenaissance

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

DrJacieMaslyk Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Tinkering fosters curiosity. It has some intention and includes creative thinking and problem solving. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

So true I never thought of that. Play at least for me as a child was very much imaginary #teachmindful

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R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A4: Kindergarten! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: Patience, flexibility &ability 2pace themselves. It's good time to find the balance between of time to work vs warming up #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#teachmindful A1 I like to tinker with fiction I am writing ... I revise and revise and revise.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4 #teachmindful Play in my classroom is not rough-housing or rambunctious outburst. It is skits, mini-plays, role-playing-personification

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4 getting out of our heads, being intuitive in motion, spontaneous #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Tinkering is before "play"; it's time to make sure we are "gassed" up and ready to propel into play/exploration/learning #teachmindful

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

You know it!!! #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A4: Kindergarten! #teachmindful
- ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

#teachmindful A2) I have introduced tinkering by having one of my math centers be legos ... the kids tinker with passion on those daily!

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4 My life as a kinder teacher #teachmindful

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: Provide them with the opportunities. Plan lessons with play/tinkering included! 👍🏻#teachmindful

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: #teachmindful Tinkering feels more like trying lots of different ways til you find one that makes sense for you, play just flows

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I love that image #tinkered #teachmindful reminds me of those amazing vintage toys

In reply to @martianteacher

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Yep.. Yes...True that! #teachmindful

In reply to @StantonAlana

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Freelance tinkering- awesome #teachmindful

In reply to @biologygoddess

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#teachmindful A4

DrJacieMaslyk Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

There's so much about kindergarten that should be fostered at other grade levels. Playful nature of discovery and wonder! #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A4: Kindergarten! #teachmindful
- ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: Tinkering: period of day when check our engine lights, make sure tires r pumped (mind) warm up the possibilities of day #teachmindful

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4 Each day we have breaks to let them play. I do a wonder walk and a team build time which is play. They also play throughout #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 #teachmindful To me play is learning from a child's perspective. Interacting w/ the environment to relieve stress, laugh and refocus.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Good evening I am happy you made it. #teachmindful So true tinkering makes us wonder about how things work

In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I was just trying to think of a way to word that exact same thought! I think Ss and Ts would love that! #teachmindful

In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

There it is!! #teachmindful

In reply to @StantonAlana

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

By the way lost track of time---binging on @BoschAmazon but I'm here! I'm Thomas third grade teacher from NC #teachmindful

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Play is an outlet for many of my students. It provides creativity and fun. Plus it's a great motivation. #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

All grades like this!! #teachmindful

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#teachmindful A4

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: #teachmindful Play = Stress release

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

LOVE first picture!!!! #teachmindful

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#teachmindful A4

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Being a 7th grade teacher makes it more challenging to bring play in the classroom- I call it interactive learning- mobile Edu #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q5 All work and no play makes learning a dull thing. #teachmindful

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: Tinkering is focused and incredmental... Play is doesn't have to be to be successful.. #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3 Are tinkering and play the same thing? #teachmindful

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: HS Ss "playing". Give them task with guidelines and goals. They will use imagination every time! #teachmindful

DrJacieMaslyk Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Daily opportunities for creativity and innovation are so important! How might we embed these in all classrooms? #teachmindful

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Play is an outlet for many of my students. It provides creativity and fun. Plus it's a great motivation. #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#teachmindful A4 to play, students need permission and they often need instructions to get started, then they need to freedom to explore

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A5 I feel that it is more acceptable at my current school because we really care about the kids #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q5 All work and no play makes learning a dull thing. #teachmindful

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Good clean fun on their terms... #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4 How can we get our students to play? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A5 #teachmindful Play is a word that scares most people b/c it has a connotation of off-task & hyperness- but when it is purposeful-learning

inquiryfive Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Also late but excited to be here! Kimberly in Seattle #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A5: Many see it as "fun"...it's up 2 us educators 2 properly show others how to integrate & incorporate play into curriculum #teachmindful

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A5: Team-building and Community Building is huge in #RJ... At my site, not only is it supported, it's encouraged. #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q5 All work and no play makes learning a dull thing. #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hi, Kimberly! #teachmindful

In reply to @inquiryfive

ApraRalli Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#teachmindful what a vibrant chat....I am so happy to be a part of this.My best PLN

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Play to me is letting the magic put so you can experience it. The joy of spontaneity & a collision of thought, action laughter #teachmindful

pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: Play is anytime Ss get to discover without restrictions, investigate without limits, and risk without worry #TeachMindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

YES! Let's show how to do it with purposeful and meaningful lessons, and then encourage other Ts to do it too- with meaning! #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A5 #teachmindful Play is a word that scares most people b/c it has a connotation of off-task & hyperness- but when it is purposeful-learning

DrJacieMaslyk Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

We are creating innovative spaces to support learning and creativity. Tinkering is encouraged! #makerspaces #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q5 All work and no play makes learning a dull thing. #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

The life of a kindergarten teacher... priceless!! #teachmindful

In reply to @martianteacher

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

There is so much pressure put on these young adults I teach, they need to have a safe place in school to just be themselves #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

SPONTANEITY runs my classroom; there is so much magic in spontaneity #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Play to me is letting the magic put so you can experience it. The joy of spontaneity & a collision of thought, action laughter #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Good evening Margie! "Discovery without restriction" nice! #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q6 Buy in or buy out how do we get others to see our vision? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Amen. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

There is so much pressure put on these young adults I teach, they need to have a safe place in school to just be themselves #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 lots of trust at my school admin is very hands-off, if it works for Ss do it #teachmindful

StantonAlana Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 My school knows that play is vital especially in the grade I teach. Through play my ss are learning. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Me too. My Ss are always on the edge of their seat they never know what's coming next #teachmindful I love anticipation of learning

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inquiryfive Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I'm taking my first MOOC - all about gameful learning. All games are play but not all play are games, right? #teachmindful

carrottmuffins Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A6 making sure it aligns to the standards and the kids are benefiting #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q6 Buy in or buy out how do we get others to see our vision? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A6 #teachmindful I have not had any issues b/c I frame every type of play as interactive learning- I preface it w/purpose & goals for Ss.

EduGladiators Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

⁉️Are you really building Ss ldrs? Join us SATURDAY w/@mathieu_w #mschat #UrbanEdChat #teachmindful #globaledchat #kyedchat #G2Great #WB4K

mtartaro Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A6 - Often colleagues/admin don't understand. #teachmindful

BarbaraGruener Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A6: Play is our ticket to engagement and our brain's favorite way to learn. We MUST allow for play in our daily routines. #teachmindful

mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: #teachmindful Depends, but more Ts & As are opening up to power of play in learning environment - I'm novice in bringing these ops

chels_caster10 Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 it's viewed as not important compared to preparing for tests.Ts are expected to make copies of mock tests & teach from it #teachmindful

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DrJacieMaslyk Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

We are building capacity +support for this type of learning. Giving everyone lots of hands-on experiences to try it out. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q6 Buy in or buy out how do we get others to see our vision? #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I see a blank slate and as they enter, moods align & we may be more playful w/ skits or Makerspace or collaborative w/ debates #teachmindful

jmathewsMEd Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A6: It is more about investing then "buy in". Show them benefits and ask for thier assistance. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Good evening my friend #teachmindful

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R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

It is snowing here! I may go play in it! #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#teachmindful a5) my district has a positive view of play for shorter periods but the problem we face is prep time -- you need time ...

inquiryfive Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A6: I often hear things like "We have too much (content) to cover!" When we should be UN-covering #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Often people look at me like... #teachmindful

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DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#teachmindful a5) ... to create and maintain the games and playtime.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Good evening Barbara! #teachmindful

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pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: Our play seems to be reserved strictly for the recess yard. Just too much pressure & too much data to collect #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Good evening Chelsea! #teachmindful

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Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

To me, it's easy. Promote manipulation and Tinkering of materials. Give students success in what works. Hands on learning #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Good evening Justin #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: Often it may seem as if I don't have control- or seen as the "teacher". I love how my class operates. #teachmindful

chels_caster10 Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Hello! Glad to join in on this chat #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Oh man! Envious. It's 89 here. #teachmindful

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Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I get that look a lot! 💫 #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q7 Lets play and learn while we do! #teachmindful

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 I get the "I don't have time" from staff. Let kids explore & be kids. They need it. #teachmindful

MrSmall215 Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: It was a constant struggle earlier in my career, and with each passing year, I got better at explaining my justification #TeachMindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q6 Buy in or buy out how do we get others to see our vision? #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: My @piratelearners & I stay in sync; if you do not know relationship w: S my Ss- it may seem like we r playing #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: Often it may seem as if I don't have control- or seen as the "teacher". I love how my class operates. #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Controlled chaos is a thing! #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Play is necessary it helps us make sense of the world around us but when we turn 11 we no longer have recess in which to play #teachmindful

itsmeSpiri Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Sorry #teachmindful friends I must skidaddle Have a great night 😊

BarbaraGruener Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

So is productive struggle! Gaming and play BOTH promote that #growthmindset ideal! #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: In reality we are playing- defined in my book as exploring; working with a purpose- at their own level and pace #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A6: My @piratelearners & I stay in sync; if you do not know relationship w: S my Ss- it may seem like we r playing #teachmindful
- martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT
  
  A6: Often it may seem as if I don't have control- or seen as the "teacher". I love how my class operates. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A7 #teachmindful Games like Jenga & Taboo, Quizlet Live @quizlet as well as kahoot @GetKahoot are games we play for interaction w/ peers

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

This chat is playful & energizing, what an awesome bunch of "kids at heart" here tonight. Making learning fun for our students #teachmindful

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Sometimes Ts get nervous if it's not the traditional route to learning. We need more class visits, demos, sharing, etc🙏🏻 #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@R_C #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I say they are playing but teaching each other science at the same time- they're learning more at this moment then all day #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Last question will be rolling in 3 minutes.....#teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A7 #teachmindful I love role-playing- SS act out through personification & mini-plays: organic compounds, catastrophic events, plants etc.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Oh yea! I love that term right? Controlled chaos, mindful mania I call it- the combo of laughter, joy, and synthesis #teachmindful

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pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: Would take my class out 4 a game of plunger baseball. Just like baseball except equipment is everything found in bathroom #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Or to connect to the #MoreEdu chat topic for tonight- JOY! #TeachMindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q8 Let kids be kids. #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#teachmindful A6 I haven't had trouble yet ... I tend to put the "play" and "tinkering" in centers time, while I'm in small group.

BarbaraGruener Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I love this one because it says it all. Let them play ... at ALL ages and stages! #teachmindful

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q8: Those are the ways we learn a lot about the world. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q8 Let kids be kids. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I am so thankful for these amazing eduheroes who value play & imagination as a learning tool! You guys are awesome! #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

taking our plant unit outside classroom...#teachmindful

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R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

That is a great greenhouse! What a neat opportunity for your students. #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A8 #teachmindful Tinkering is a way for SS to be creative, innovative engineers w/out fear of failure. Constructing their knowledge.

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#selfie poems!!! #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

yes it was...I don't have a greenthumb so I had to take them to someone who had one lol! #teachmindful

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chels_caster10 Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7 I play the latest dance song (whip and nae nae etc) and let kids dance and let loose. I even join in sometimes. Ss love it #teachmindful

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R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Happy students! Happy teacher! Great combo! #teachmindful

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mdianereed Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A8: #teachmindful Engagement!!! They won't learn it unless they are engaged, tinkering/play is engaging

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Why not play cranium with play-doh and some cards about science or ELA etc. talk about fun right? #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

#teachmindful A8) All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?

Hahne_KingEle Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A8 Play and Tinkering promote curiousity, initiative, discovery, & the desire to build. All belong in a classroom. #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A8: It gives the kids a chance to see themselves as what they could and will be in the future. #teachmindful

valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Tied in team build 2unit of study. Had Ss build bridges, design mechanisms, prob solve. The more diff the more they ❤️it!#teachmindful

pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A8: #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#teachmindful a8) I come to believe that emotional climate of the classroom has a huge impact on learning, therefore, play = learning gain.

R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Truth! #teachmindful

pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A8: #teachmindful

biologygoddess Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

or "how do you have so much time ?" I say because Ss aren't avoiding work in my class,engaged from day 1-playing is hard work #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

It does...#teachmindful

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R_CILR Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Ss do love challenges! #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A8; Purposefully give them TIME 2 chill w/purpose; show them how they learn and they have the tools to make them successful #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A8: It gives the kids a chance to see themselves as what they could and will be in the future. #teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8 #teachmindful Play is a release. A way to think & learn w/out borders or rules- if it is purposeful it can lead to fun and growth.

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Play is like a river- you can not harness it-surrender to its power and use it to transport yourself to free your mind-release #teachmindful

martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

YES SOOOOOOOO TRUE!!!! #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

YES!!! &&& I brought our senator in September to teach and educate us on the election and government #teachmindful

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valerietilton Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Sometimes it was just for fun! Designing a snowman at Christmas!#teachmindful

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thank you so much for coming to tonight. What an insightful bunch of educators. I am so thankful for my amazing PLN! #teachmindful

DFWRenaissance Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#teachmindful Well I'm going to sign off, got to go feed my horse ... that's playtime for the teacher! Thanks to all, great chat & timely!

ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thank you for coming! You are awesome! #teachmindful

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martianteacher Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

thankful 2have it. soooo many opportunities out there-just use 👀...took a group to City Council meeting #teachmindful

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ChouinardJahant - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Yes! #teachmindful

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pearse_margie Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks @ChouinardJahant for another inspiring chat. Love the peeps at #teachmindful