#1stchat Archive

Weekly chat for excited 1st grade teachers who love to learn and share ideas. Participants are interested in a variety of topics including literacy, math, technology, play, inquiry, and being the best educators they can be!
Sunday February 19, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Hello, everyone. It's time for #1stchat. I'm Leka from Iowa hosting tonight's chat on Makerspace.
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi, Traci here from KS. Happy Sunday #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi Everyone, Claire here from mild Vermont. It hit 50 degrees today. #1stchat
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hello, my name is Carlia Harrell, I am a student who is majoring in elementary education. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi, Traci! Happy to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi, Claire! It was really nice here in Iowa also! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hello everyone! Christy, 1st grade teacher from St. Louis #1stchat
  • kmarkwa Feb 19 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hello, I'm Krissy. I'm currently an Elementary Education student #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hi, Carlia! Glad you are joining us! #1stchat
    In reply to @Caharre4
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hi, Christy! Glad you are here! #1stchat
    In reply to @Christy_Ambrose
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hi everyone! Michelle from WI, getting ready to fly out to Vegas tomorrow! Excited! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Tonight's topic is Makerspace! Please use A1, A2...to answer the questions. #1stchat
  • Kidsmathtalk Feb 19 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi everyone Desiree from Mi #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Its been awesome weather, just when I'm leaving to Vegas to get to warm weather it gets warm in WI, what?!? #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi, Michelle! How fun! Business or pleasure? I'm actually flying out there on Thursday! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi Leka! Great topic! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Q1 coming up... #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Q1 Is your classroom/school/district part of the maker movement? Why or why not? #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:09 PM EST
    REALLY! My husband and I are taking a kid free vacay:) What are your plans? #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • EduGladiators Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    💻#EduGladiators EMPOWER Ts/Parent dynamic w/@cdmveep LIVE Podcast MONDAY ⏯https://t.co/g1e34qnlUI #1stchat #APChat #mnlead #nbtchat #wischat
  • massignmenthelp Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #ecet2 #edchatri #GCLchat #ISNchat 10 Apps That Every Teacher Needs to Use https://t.co/MhQSHYIJzE
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #1stchat #21stedchat #apchat #edchatri #GCLchat #ISNchat A Quick Guide on How to Write a Book Review https://t.co/3BnLyV1BCF
  • MrLee1stGrade Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: We are not part of the maker movement. So much focus is on reading and math. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    How long are you staying? We are celebrating our 15th yr anniversary! Yep, kids free! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Welcome! Awesome that you are joining #1stchat, lots of great info shared every week!
    In reply to @kmarkwa
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: district tech Ts push it hard and offer lots of training, its up to Ts to bring it into our classrooms. I do my best #1stchat
  • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Kelly from Kansas - a little late to the party! 😬 #1stchat
  • Kidsmathtalk Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Should we say -->I can be composed "with", "from", or "of" when talking about shapes? #1stchat #elemMathchat #2ndchat #3rdchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: YES! My class has been going strong w this MM for a few years, school is getting on board now, our school MS is ready! #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    There is a maker movement at some schools around my district but our Pripl. nixed the idea. Pripl has little understanding. #1stchat
  • Kidsmathtalk Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1:no to all classroom b/c I can't figure out when to fit it in, school I'm not sure everyone knows what it is, not a district goal #1stchat
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Hey! #1stchat. Long time no see! Kendra, from Iowa here.
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: My school's focus is mostly around how engineering can be intertwined with the maker movement #1stchat
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: we started the makerspace/STEM Activities and planning this year #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 We do have makerspace available in our district. Love the fact there is a space for students to be creative. #1stchat
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Sadly, school systems in my home town area aren't heavily involved. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Q2 coming up... #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    we have a room we can use in our building, but we have to bring supplies so I just use my classroom #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    That is so sad that your principal isn't at least open to the idea, your curriculum can easily be woven into maker movement #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Q2 What tools and resources are available in your makerspace? #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: I have: recycles, craft supplies, paper, dash robots, legos, blocks, tinker toys #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    any plans to get some tools in? Grants? #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Hi all! Sara from WI joining in late. Hope everyone's had a great weekend! #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:17 PM EST
    @mflicek1 Oh I do MM in my own classroom but other Ss aren't exposed to it. Prnpl doesn't like idea of junk or stuff. #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @mflicek1
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I wrote a grant last year for the lego story starters for the school, but nothing else yet #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 We have a lego wall, legos, K'nex, cardboard boxes, other building materials. #1stchat
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    #1stchat. A2. Legos, tinker toys, paper for art and origami, styrofoam, nuts and bolts,K,nex. It's small. But growing. :)
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Hi, Sara! Glad to see you! #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: LOTS of recyclable stuff, consummables, @littleBits, robotics, hot glue, paper, anything I see that I think they could create w #1stchat
    In reply to @littleBits
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    JUNK?? Really? #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom, @mflicek1
  • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:19 PM EST
    I did a donors choose for things for my kids to build with! They get pretty creative #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    That's too bad other Ss aren't exposed. Such a great thing! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Hi Sara! Loving this weather! #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    @mflicek1 I love that you are making use of things what you already have. Creativity at it's finest! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @littleBits, @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    What are those tube things? #1stchat
    In reply to @McMains1st
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 I have recycled supplies, paper, keva blocks, Ozobots, a beebot, Osmo and just the need for Ss to experience the Movement #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Q3 coming up... #1stchat
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Who would have ever thought we'd have almost 60 degree weather in WI in February? Loved seeing the sun too!!! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Gotta LOVE @DonorsChoose! What would do without these great donors? #1stchat Got most of my things from grants also. #1stchat
    In reply to @McMains1st, @DonorsChoose
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:21 PM EST
    @cdmom Might I ask what exactly are Ozobots, and beebots? #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom, @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Q3 What are the learning goals and outcomes you want to achieve in this space? #1stchat
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    We ask Ps 4 items 2stock makeshift makerspace in a common area in school we r waiting 2 hear about grant to set up specific room #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Doesn't always have to be expensive! My latest obsession is candy containers, kids can make so much w them! #1stchat
    In reply to @Caharre4
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: Wednesdays I have free build time, with lessons I give prompts or problems to solve- create a vehicle for the Pigeon to drive #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    I so agree #1stchat MM is such a great thing and so motivating for the Ss
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
    They are coding robots. #1stchat @cdmom
    In reply to @Caharre4, @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    PS4 as in Playstation 4? #1stchat
    In reply to @Christy_Ambrose
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    soon we will be making our historical figure of choice from a 2 liter bottle- one of my favorite activities #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Perseverance, problem solving, connection to curriculum, creativity, FUN! #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:24 PM EST
    #1stchat I know right.......he doesn't see it's value.
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
    What a fun idea!! Borrowing the idea for sure:) #1stchat
    • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:23 PM EST
      A3: Wednesdays I have free build time, with lessons I give prompts or problems to solve- create a vehicle for the Pigeon to drive #1stchat
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Joining late, but happy to be here! Shannon from Fraser, MI. Makerspace happens weekly for us! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    LOL. I was thinking about tech. I thought you had a really cool way to implement it! :) #1stchat
    • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:25 PM EST
      haha no sorry tried to fit in text meant parents for
      In reply to @lekadegroot
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: we try to do something for every one of our units that can be made by Ss, sound/light unit they are currently making instrument #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    I so agree......I do my own thing in my classroom to expose the kids. #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:15 PM EST
      That is so sad that your principal isn't at least open to the idea, your curriculum can easily be woven into maker movement #1stchat
      In reply to @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Have you invited him when you guys create? #1stchat @mflicek1
    In reply to @cdmom, @mflicek1
  • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Building Straws 400 Piece set with Bucket https://t.co/mb0i9n87V4 #Amazon #1stchat @lekadegroot
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    I will check into it. Thanks! #1stchat
    In reply to @McMains1st
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:27 PM EST
    @mflicek1 Can't forget fun haha #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    LOVE the curriculum tie-ins! #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:26 PM EST
      A3: we try to do something for every one of our units that can be made by Ss, sound/light unit they are currently making instrument #1stchat
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Beebots are awesome little coding robots for K-2 kiddos https://t.co/GXuKGG26T1 #1stchat
    In reply to @Caharre4, @cdmom
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:28 PM EST
    @Caharre4 fabulous programable robots for kids........so much fun #1stchat
    In reply to @Caharre4, @Caharre4
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A1 My classroom does Makerspace time & we received a grant to build 1 in our library. Not as popular as we hoped, but still trying! #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3 I think what's great about Makerspace is we can focus on 21st century skills or tie curriculum in. Up to us! #1stchat
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Ss to learn problem solving, collaboration, creativity, and redesign #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    holy moly I can't seem to keep up with the conversation tonight. Yes have invited Prnpl but too busy to come. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
    isn't too hard to see how it can fit in w what you have to teach, gives real purpose and helps others see the importn #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Because you are awesome, Michelle:) Hard for some Ts to see the connection! #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:29 PM EST
      isn't too hard to see how it can fit in w what you have to teach, gives real purpose and helps others see the importn #1stchat
      In reply to @lekadegroot
  • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3-we do Thurs free build day & we made pigeon cars -communities - will be making historical figures with pop bottles #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Before I forget, still looking for a class to partner up w for Green Eggs and Ham Reader's Theater via @Woods1stgrade collaboration #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Right back at ya! #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    #1stchat a3. I love it when there is a tie in-recently ours was motion and energy. Also love the creativity and creation as well!
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    yes, please sign up it was so fun last year!! https://t.co/EDsm4NvE4R #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
      Before I forget, still looking for a class to partner up w for Green Eggs and Ham Reader's Theater via @Woods1stgrade collaboration #1stchat
      In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I have to check the schedule. I will sign up for sure! #1stchat @Woods1stgrade
    In reply to @mflicek1, @Woods1stgrade
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    What do you think the problem w the library one is? #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Q4 coming up... #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    #1stchat this sounds like such fun.....do the kids pick the historical figure?
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Oh also we invented a new toy with our 5th Grade book buddies #1stchat
    • McMains1st Feb 19 @ 8:30 PM EST
      A3-we do Thurs free build day & we made pigeon cars -communities - will be making historical figures with pop bottles #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    yes, it's our first big research and writing project then create the figure and chatterpix like they are them #1stchat
    • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:32 PM EST
      #1stchat this sounds like such fun.....do the kids pick the historical figure?
      In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Q4 Please share examples of activities you have done in makerspace. #1stchat
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Lots of great curricular connections as well. Code the 'bots to get to sight words, math problems, etc . #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom, @Caharre4
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Sounds like an awesome MS connection! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Time is an issue. Our upper grades have extra responsibilities this year. We're working to get Ts to understand benefits #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: currently making instruments for sound unit, also Ss created prototypes then mass produced "goods" for our economics sale #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Made boats #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Hello #1stchat friends. i see we are talking making tonight. Sorry I'm so late.
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #1stchat A3 want my Ss to have the freedom 2 create & problem solve without a lot of adult interference.I love the mood it puts my kids in
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 Our building time is often free time, but I start with a growth mindset book & usually a mini-lesson if time allows #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: will create a new animal w adaptations from diff animals/plants, leprechaun traps coming up #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4 My students have created adaptations for animals - eg like a water carrier for an elephant. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Doing this one in summer school! Can't wait to see what they come up with! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    I remember about your goods production... would like to know more details for our PBL project day. #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Here's a pigeonmobile #1stchat
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #1stchat. A4. They used the NF available and created a basketball court together. Mustangs were winning...naturally
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Yay, expert is here! #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4 They created their own valentine folders, and book marks for each other. #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4 They've made shelters to protect plants from too much rain or too much sun. #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    It is such an amazing learning experience.Ss take such pride in their items and get to see the whole economics process #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Does edible creations count, we did a big adjective unit on monsters #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Yes! Project goal + growth mindset = innovation! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    You're too kind! Making is a mindset. Students will always surprise you! @lekadegroot #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Many look at Makerspace in the library as play time. The purpose is not completely understood by many. #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps, @mflicek1
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:37 PM EST
    #1stchat Oh yes love that idea. We coded beebot through a pumpkin patch.
    • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Lots of great curricular connections as well. Code the 'bots to get to sight words, math problems, etc . #1stchat
      In reply to @cdmom, @Caharre4
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    YES! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4: kids favorite is solving problems for santa like running out of room in sled, principal offers monthly challenges to school #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Do you have a blog post or written plan that you could share with me? #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4 My students have made robots, and pencil holders, gifts for friends/family. Keepers of icecubes. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
    So many great ideas! #1stchat
    • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4: will create a new animal w adaptations from diff animals/plants, leprechaun traps coming up #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: Love to include some kind of making in w Genius Hour projects! #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    we love leprechaun traps, we will actually be in school this year!!! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Yes. We're trying to be creative with carts that can be taken to rooms. We have heard it called playtime :-( #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow, @mflicek1
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    My students make bread each week. #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:39 PM EST
    What a great way to involve the whole school! How do students share? #1stchat
    • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:38 PM EST
      A4: kids favorite is solving problems for santa like running out of room in sled, principal offers monthly challenges to school #1stchat
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    @KLirenman That sounds so neat! I wish you had pictures lol #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman, @KLirenman
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    I should probably start writing blog posts, huh? Gotta find the time! I could share our unit plan?? #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Leprechaun traps were always one of my FAVORITE activities in 1st grade!!! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @mflicek1
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    #1stchat A4 our last creations were marble runs....so much fun and excitement and innovation with my Ss.
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
    #1stchat. A4. Crayon boxes out of cardboard, marble runs taller than me, ramps for hot wheel cars, origami that resulted in writing a show.
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:41 PM EST
    I may. I have for when I present but won't post publicly face with student name. Let me look. #1stchat
    In reply to @Caharre4
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    @jenwagner has a Marble Run project this year! #projectsbyjen https://t.co/RHUSfcb6ma #1stchat
    In reply to @jenwagner
    • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
      #1stchat A4 our last creations were marble runs....so much fun and excitement and innovation with my Ss.
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    @jenwagner has a Marble Run project this year! #projectsbyjen https://t.co/bi7w5oH2EW #1stchat https://t.co/9nayKRZF5k
    In reply to @jenwagner
    • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:40 PM EST
      #1stchat A4 our last creations were marble runs....so much fun and excitement and innovation with my Ss.
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Q5 coming up... #1stchat
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    @KLirenman Okidokie! Sounds great #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman, @KLirenman
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:42 PM EST
    this is our 1st yr so we have been displaying them by the front office each month for parents & visitors to see #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • KendraLimback Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    #1stchat. A4. Also the Legos. Free building and trying to use the guides. I love both...
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4: I've started sending some Maker challenges home for families, did a snowman one and it was cool to see all the diff snowmen #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    #1stchat This is great! Do you use a toast oven or the kitchen's oven to bake the bread? That is wonderful.
    In reply to @KLirenman
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I did a quick look, not sure I blogged about it unfortunately. :-( #1stchat I need to return to blogging.
    In reply to @Caharre4
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    We use a bread maker! Four students each week make for the class. #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Q5 How do you encourage your colleagues to move towards maker movement? What success have you had? #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    #1stchat yes just need to upload my 4 second video of my class.
    In reply to @smalchow, @jenwagner
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:44 PM EST
    One way we're trying to get whole school involved is a cardboard arcade that Ss will build game @ home, then bring to a PM function #1stchat
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Animal unit is coming up, so we would definitely try it! #1stchat
    • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:36 PM EST
      A4 My students have created adaptations for animals - eg like a water carrier for an elephant. #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Some times my students make to show content knowledge, often they make to solve their own problems or needs. #1stchat It's a mindset.
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #1stchat oh great idea.....I have one just gathering dust in my closet. I will have to try this. thanks so much for sharing
    In reply to @KLirenman
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    OMG!! That is such a cool idea! Then do you have it for snack?? #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman, @cdmom
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5 Lots of sharing! I try to take videos to show what the time looks like. I've gone into classes to help w/ initial lesson #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    We didn't have anything fancy but it was a great way to see what they understood about adaptations and animals. #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Love it! Might be more family friendly than science fair:) (speaking from my personal experiences w my son:) #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Our @pcsd coding curric~ MT Grade school Ss get hooked on coding https://t.co/iNi9cqeyVf via @gbpressgazette @pcsd_hc #1stchat #RaiderStrong
    In reply to @pcsd, @gbpressgazette, @PCSD_HC
  • smalchow Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Our @pcsd coding curric~ MT Grade school Ss get hooked on coding https://t.co/w9uLNQyrYR via @gbpressgazette @pcsd_hc #1stchat #RaiderStrong
    In reply to @pcsd, @gbpressgazette, @PCSD_HC
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    IT's all about deepening students' learning! #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5: would love to have some more info on this as we are trying to get whole school on board, we have the space now, need to promote #1stchat
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    We're hoping! :-) It's in April. I'll let you know. It's open to all grades K-6 #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Yes! Butter, butter and jam, or just jam depending on the child's prefrence. :-) #1stchat.
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5:my son's school just sent out their MS is being kicked off by a group that will do a residency w the Ss to get everyone started #1stchat
  • Caharre4 Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    @KLirenman Awww man. It's okay though :) #1stchat
    In reply to @KLirenman, @KLirenman
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    We start most Tuesday with "maker" time. The bread group makes the bread then. It's ready just after lunch. @mflicek1 @cdmom #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Bakers take some home too. #1stchat @mflicek1 @cdmom
    In reply to @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    we made our own butter by shaking cream during our past unit. ss loved it! #1stchat @mflicek1 @cdmom
    In reply to @KLirenman, @mflicek1, @cdmom
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Really great one for creativity and shows that they understand these concepts by what they make #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:49 PM EST
    I love that idea! Great way to get things started in a fun way! #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    If there is anyone who is looking to start Maker time, I put some resources together for some other Ts https://t.co/RdKAcSEZaX #1stchat
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Absolutely! Letting them really show what they know and not being confined to what/how we expect. #studentvoicematers #1stchat @lekadegroot
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    #1stchat A5 It's hard 2get my colleagues2 jump on board.they think oh it's just one more thing...but it's really tied in science engineering
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
    we just made butter as well with KS history, we did @GoNoodle as we shook it #1stchat
    In reply to @GoNoodle
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    :-( There are so many benefits! #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    My students learn at home one day a week. I plan many of those types of challenges for them. Always amazed by what I see. #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:51 PM EST
    #1stchat this is always fun......I need to make some soon, one of my Ss just mentioned this.
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @KLirenman, @mflicek1
  • Christy_Ambrose Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: our principal has done great job getting Ts to try it by organizing supplies, providing PD , & issuing challenges each month #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    please share your plans #1stchat sounds fun
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Could be more... life science, language arts, math... we need to see more examples! Innovative Ts are out there! #1stchat
    • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
      #1stchat A5 It's hard 2get my colleagues2 jump on board.they think oh it's just one more thing...but it's really tied in science engineering
  • ShannonDescamps Feb 19 @ 8:52 PM EST
    I know and I understand how some may not have the time or interest, but I've just seen so many benefits! #1stchat
    In reply to @smalchow
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Karen's bread making can be tied to measurement, time, how to writing, opinion writing! #1stchat @KLirenman
    In reply to @KLirenman
    • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:50 PM EST
      #1stchat A5 It's hard 2get my colleagues2 jump on board.they think oh it's just one more thing...but it's really tied in science engineering
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #1stchat this is what my school needs some group to motivate my school community in the joys of MS
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Q6 coming up... #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:53 PM EST
    today's businesses want creative thinkers and problems solvers, MS is a great way to help build those skills in our Ss #1stchat
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    WOW! Thank you! Great resource! #1stchat
    In reply to @ShannonDescamps
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    And coding too! https://t.co/hIAVRCNiKZ @lekadegroot #1stchat
    In reply to @lekadegroot
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:54 PM EST
    #1stchat Yes yes yes it's a huge tie in and the Ss will never forget that kind of experience.
    In reply to @lekadegroot, @KLirenman
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    It means as teachers we need to give our students way more opportunity to think and problem solve! #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Q6 please share any resources that you use for Makerspace ideas! #1stchat
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    #1stchat great idea....when I make butter I'm going to have my class shake it to @GoNoodle
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade, @GoNoodle, @GoNoodle
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Similar to Elf on Shelf, lep will show up each day w a prob from LepLand for Ss to solve/learn from, still thinking #1stchat
    In reply to @Woods1stgrade
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:56 PM EST
    We made a class cookbook when we were learning about measurement. I added the bread recipe. :-) @cdmom @lekadegroot #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom, @lekadegroot
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    sounds awesome!!! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1
  • mflicek1 Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    We have a group doing a community MS at our public library and we brought them in to speak to staff #1stchat
    In reply to @cdmom
  • lekadegroot - Moderator Feb 19 @ 8:57 PM EST
    LOVE the idea! Can't wait to hear more about it! #1stchat
    In reply to @mflicek1, @Woods1stgrade
  • cdmom Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    #1stchat A6 This isn't a resource but my next project is to have Ss create leprechaun traps. Just so much fun.
  • KLirenman Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A6 Here are some of the resources I've used for my SAIL program. https://t.co/QEGFwnSuj8 It's not fully up to date though. #1stchat
  • Woods1stgrade Feb 19 @ 8:59 PM EST
    when we read Polar Express and did Christmas Around the World, we designed bells that made noise and looked fun with given supplies #1stchat