#TLAP Archive

#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.

Monday August 7, 2017
9:00 PM EDT

  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #tlap!! So glad you're here to share ideas about going Back to School Like a PIRATE! Let us know who is here & where you're from
  • participatechat Aug 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/mK1UYyUGHQ
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Hello #tlap I'm Steven, a Middle School Principal from Missouri!
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Hey Gang! Matt from ATL, Ga. 7th & 8th Gr. social studies -- World Geo/Hist & American History Pre planning started today, Huzzah! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Ryan from IL, business & tech teacher, working on lesson plans and bringing #xplap to the classroom. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Special thanks to @TaraMartinEDU for helping me pull together questions and posters for tonight's #tlap chat. #travelingPirate #Lifesaver
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    ARRRR #tlap crew! I'm Stefanie from Peoria, IL and I'm an instructional technology coach
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    good evening, #tlap - michael from columbus oh - middle grades teacher reporting back tomorrow!
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Julie from St. Louis. Culinary/FACS teacher. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Ally!! You are officially connected!! Congrats on taking the leap! Read this: https://t.co/FwUeNdlCQx #tlap
    In reply to @allylindberg02, @leighmragsdale
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi All! Cori from SoCal. Glad to be here. #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Sara from Cape Girardeau, MO, High School Librarian #TLAP
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    I am Sarah from Flower Mound, Texas-kindergarten teacher #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    That makes 2 of us! #tlap
    In reply to @MrStevenKerr
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    #tlap Ron Fisher 4th G teacher from Utah. Walking the plank tonight, got to get school in the mindset.
  • danaracanelli Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Dana Racanelli - AP from North Texas #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Welcome, Sarah! #tlap
    In reply to @mrs_littlefield
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap crew! Jackie from Michigan - elementary teacher/learning coach.
  • lynzhite Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Lyndsay 7th grade science teacher from KY excited to be here! #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Austin from Dallas, Texas 5th grade science teacher at Northlake Elementary in RISD! #tlap
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, Ohio! Getting my classroom ready for the year with disco lights for dance breaks! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey!! So fun to be in the CAPE today!! #tlap Glad you are here!
    In reply to @sarakiplinger
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Good evening #tlap Jess, MS ELA from SC continuing the learning from #learnlap
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm Heidi! French Teacher from Virginia #tlap
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Crystal from Malden, MO! I made it to #tlap tonight!!!!!
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Wendy, pirate prof from MN. Been WAY TOO LONG. Have missed my #tlap family!
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey #TLAP family. Stella here! I am a 7th Grade Science Teacher from Franklin Co, KY! So happy to be here.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Popping out the mailbox!! Hi, Cori! #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Carrie, middle school assistant principal from Southeast Missouri. #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Good morning from Israel! I'm Noa, a sci T. Since it's 4 am here, my pun is: am I late? #tlap
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Emily Glastetter. Science teacher from St. Louis, MO #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    What's up, my friend? #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • ManionJulie Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Julie from Oregon jumping aboard.#tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Yes!! Hi, Stefanie! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Tracy from MA here looking forward to collecting some great ideas from you all. I've got just under a month left before Ss report. #tlap
  • turnerhj Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap Henry--HS Principal from MA
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Looky look who is here! #tlap
    In reply to @MrStevenKerr
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Nice to meet a fellow #tlap sci T.
    In reply to @lynzhite
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi all! Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead. #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hey all! High school teacher librarian in Cali #tlap
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Julie Gambill, Poplar Bluff Missouri, Grade 8 English T & Dept Head #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Ron Martiello. 3rd Grade from PA. Good evening, #tlap !
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    So jealous of Cape staff today! #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Julie from Heath! Happy to be slipping in tonight! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    So glad!! Thanks for joining us, Crystal! #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter
  • AnnickRauch Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi all!! Annick, 1/2 French immersion teacher at a new school in Winnipeg, MB! Excited to be here tonight! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Anytime, Pirate. Happy to help. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Cindy Lewis from Texas excited to gain new ideas to help Ss as we start the new year. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Heidi! #tlap
    In reply to @htrude07
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Back at it again with my #tlap fam.
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Tiffany here from NE Ohio ready for another awesome night with #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Nice to meet another fellow sci T! #tlap
    In reply to @GlastetterSci
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Welcome to class #tlap Room 204 Ready to roll...
  • Leighanne_geib Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi all! #tlap Leigh Anne from Pa
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi all - I teach high school social studies through comics and graphic novels #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Jess!!! Good to see you! #tlap
    In reply to @jessica_reddout
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Awesome, where out in MO? #tlap
    In reply to @CarrieAnnTripp
  • MrBaskwill Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Nick Baskwill Grade 5 NS Canada checking things out for a bit #tlap
  • ericsandow Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Ahoy everyone! Eric from Milwaukee, WI and I teach 4th grade! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    I never want to be up a 4. Glad you are here. #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Just returned from Michigan - soooo beautiful ! Perfect temps... hard to leave! #tlap
    • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:01 PM EDT
      Hey #tlap crew! Jackie from Michigan - elementary teacher/learning coach.
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello pirate pals! Lori from Atlanta. MS Science. Looking for Sci Pirates for our #scitlap ship too #tlap
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi Dave! Excited for #tlap tonight! I go back to school tomorrow 😊
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • leighmragsdale Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    @allylindberg02 just made her 1st official tweet & @burgessdave response!!! Big time #tlap https://t.co/DW27IrZpfz
    • MrsUhls Aug 7 @ 11:01 AM EDT
      When @burgessdave talks about the magic of Twitter.... I hope everyone joins ASAP 🏃
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    holy cow! #tlap moves fast! haha
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Dana! #tlap
    In reply to @danaracanelli
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Jerod, Associate Principal, tweeting from Magnolia, DE. #tlap
  • MrCharlesMartin Aug 7 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Charles from Calgary, Canada. Hi everyone. #tlap
  • mskerrclass Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hey, #tlap! Mackenzie from TN! 6th math teacher. We started back on Aug. 1st!
  • ana_riley Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Angela from STL 7th ela. Glad to see so many Missourians on the chat! #tlap
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Thanks Dave! Always excited to chat with and the other awesome educators of #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Looking amazing! I'm adding a lot of games, comics and various other pieces to my new room, since it's pretty big. #tlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • DarrenHause Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi - I'll just lurk in this #tlap chat for a bit :) I'm high school Gov & Econ teacher from @csdriverside
    In reply to @burgessdave, @csdriverside
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Ahoy mateys!! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Anytime! Happy to help, Mr. Pirate. #tlap #BookSnaps
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hey! Thanks for being here, Jerod! #tlap
    In reply to @japhillips0722
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Angie from SWIdaho. :) #tlap
  • KirstaColley Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi all! Kirsta from Oregon. Interviewing for HS math job tomorrow. #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    MO is rocking it tonight! #tlap
    In reply to @ana_riley
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Ahoy there #tlap ready for some great conversation tonight! Matt, K-5 Art in TX
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi, Charles! #tlap
    In reply to @MrCharlesMartin
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Noa, do you ever sleep??? #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn, @GlastetterSci
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    I teach students communication skills and support teachers in becoming their best teaching self. #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Thanks! Just got back from @minefaire NC, so I'm jet lagged :-).#tlap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @minefaire
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Expect a lot of #perlerbeads. #tlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • atragg Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  • RchTodaysLrnr Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    hey #tlap! long time, Bry from VA checking in tonight.
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Good stuff right here. Keep up the great work! #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Yes, it does! Get your fingers ready for some speed typing! :) #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Ahoy #tlap crew from Barbara, counselor and character coach for grades 3-5 in Friendswood, TX. Started my 34th year in education today! Yay.
  • danaracanelli Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    It' okay to lurk, but feel free to jump in anytime. #tlap
    In reply to @DarrenHause, @burgessdave, @csdriverside
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Theresa here from Cape Girardeau MO. It was good to learn from @burgessdave today! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Luka away! But then jump in anytime! #tlap
    In reply to @DarrenHause, @csdriverside
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    :-) Just got back from an amazing trip in the US, so I'm jet lagged. #tlap.
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis, @GlastetterSci
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Yes! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • EduGladiators Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    💥#EduGladiators is BACK Saturday at a {NEW TIME} 8amCT/9amET💥 Join us as we talk LEADERSHIP! #WonderChat #Oredchat #TeacherEdChat #tlap
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    You're welcome. I'm glad to be here. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Good to see you friend! #tlap
    In reply to @atragg
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hello everyone! Mesha Daniel from El Paso, TX so glad to be here! #tlap
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Andi Lampe Poplar Bluff, Mo High School Science #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Total greatness!! ☠️‼️#tlap
    • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
      Ahoy there #tlap ready for some great conversation tonight! Matt, K-5 Art in TX
  • agoodin1 Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    AG from AR. Teach History and Teacher Cadet #TLAP
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    My daughter's cupcakes - the perfect fast break between #LearnLAP & #tlap chats tonight!
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    SO glad you had a great trip to Michigan! We have had beautiful weather this summer. It has been perfect! #tlap
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Congratulations! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    LOVE the hashtag 😉 #tlap
    In reply to @historycomics
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Katherine Little Elm, Texas #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Breakout EDUs, on boarding for gamification, one of my favorite Chrome extensions (Moveit!) #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • leighmragsdale Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hey @CapeFranklin we should all join #tlap tonight since we were with @burgessdave all day today!
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Wowzers!! Congratulations, friend!! #tlap
    • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:06 PM EDT
      Ahoy #tlap crew from Barbara, counselor and character coach for grades 3-5 in Friendswood, TX. Started my 34th year in education today! Yay.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Just recommended #K12artchat to teacher today at the event! #tlap
    In reply to @Artguy76
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1 Get them to walk around room 1st day. Judge me. Then we talk about dangers of snap judgements #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Ahoy my #tlap friends! I'm Jen, a 6th grade English Teacher from IN!
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: I've already have this planned with a get up, have everyone shake hands and say one thing the love about the day. #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: starting a #sketchnotes station that Ss have to go on a scavenger hunt to fully explore #tlap
  • JaredMadthighs Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Day 1 is my day for teambuilding games which we do outside. #tlap
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Ss do a National Parks Project then take notes on their classmates projects #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    So fun!! Thanks, Theresa! #tlap
    In reply to @BusEd11
  • SaraKiffe Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hello, Sara from MT joining in to #tlap!
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hi all! I'm @Ashida_Linda, representing our HS Collab Lab (hub for PL) in IL looking forward to learning/sharing ideas! #tlap
  • BakerDana2424 Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Ahoy there Dana from Houston TX, excited to jump in #tlap
  • aleaglen Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hey there- Alyson from VA. I'm going back to the classroom this year and I can't wait to hear everyone's ideas! #tlap
  • Leighanne_geib Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    #tlap a1: for me and my class... we're just going to do it! No straggling. Just up and at em!
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: a scavenger hunt working with friends and peers #TLAP
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: I love to use this water commercial to hook, energize, dance, laugh! https://t.co/TjKg750HUj #tlap
  • MrBaskwill Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Lots of Maker Challenges, where they need to build and create #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) this was our "back to work" kickoff party! 8 am bowling? Sure! @21stStacy #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Interactive team building activities for staff! #tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    I start with a warm up each day to get students up and moving. They focus better after thrir warm up. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Pose an issue/prob & have them get up & "vote w their feet" or do "circle of viewpoints" then discuss & do again. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • mskerrclass Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: back to school dance party, learning chants/cheers, STEM challenges #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Laura, HS Eng & Tech Coach, just finished VB practice and ready for #tlap !
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: As a music teacher I would use #JustDance videos on #YouTube to teach/introduce Ss to new/old rhythms #MusicInMotion #tlap
  • MrDurajWildcats Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Matt ms teacher from Cleveland #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Tara #TheRookieAdmin from Kansas! Also, #RookieBusDriver this past week. So STINKIN' fun! Aka Mrs. Frizzle<--she was totes a pirate! #tlap
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: working on a breakout edu for first few days! #tlap
  • agoodin1 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1 Practice our Graduation Strut. Eyes on the prized diploma! #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Move it hook is the one that always stumps me. I am in a computer lab so I am still thinking. #tlap
  • AnnickRauch Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: have amazing common areas including a classroom with huge opening in each wing of our new school which will allow for great collab #tlap
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1 Planning a Breakout for first day! #tlap
  • realjohnball Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    I heard a rumor that... @msdohme @joemullikin86 @artFling @TheWeightSaint and @CharlizeAfrica might join our chat tonight. #BookCampPD #tlap
  • coacheagan Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Jonathan from the Bay Area in NorCal jumping in and always pumped to be here! #TLAP
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Teaching kindergarten, this is important! Using the Ss to create a graph about their hobbies/interests. #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    a1: scavenger hunt - students have to go around the class and get signatures from many staff members #tlap
  • nathan_stevens Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1 we have tape lane on the floor that you have to dance down when you enter the lane #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: dance brain breaks...have portable seating for outside classes...more interactive activities. Ss need to move & engage in learning #tlap
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: QR code scavenger hunt throughout the school where the Ss will learn about the French speaking world #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1 Exploring outside the building! It's amazing how much they love walking just 10 feet out the door-easy to connect to standards too! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Great idea! #tlap
    In reply to @agoodin1
  • danaracanelli Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Start with a leadership academy for Ss. Break Ss into groups to learn about the school, program, etc with a few fun activities. #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Then why is district training full lof all those Wkshts? #tlap
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    These are always great #tlap
  • MrDurajWildcats Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: danced to Justin Bieber to help hook exterior angle sums #tlap
    • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      A1: Pose an issue/prob & have them get up & "vote w their feet" or do "circle of viewpoints" then discuss & do again. #tlap
      • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
        Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • twoguysde Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hey all! Just looking to spread the love as we quickly return to school!! https://t.co/ArmLbuuz7t #tlap
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Create a treasure map! Hide a class mascot (stuffed animal) somewhere on school grounds. Ss have to search using clues #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    yes!! Gets lots of movement and discussion fast! #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Always did some sort of "hunt" around school on 1st day: "Bear Hunt", "Gingerbread Man Hunt". Involve site staff. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • Singingfinch1 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    This makes my music heart happy. There ARE talented kids waiting for the opportunity to display their creativity. #BookSnaps #tlap
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Gallery walks, graffiti walls, quizlet live, brain breaks that involve dancing #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: I utilize Cooperative Learning each day. S's gallery walk the room, dance for a brain break, or Mixed, Pair, Share to talk #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: I plan to have my Kinders walking around the room looking for shapes taking pictures w/ iPads #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Brian 5/6 math T jumping in from NH. B2S in a couple weeks! #tlap
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: I have so much stuff in the room to begin with, Ss cant help but walk around and wonder at first #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    gets them to learn a few other people that impact them but they may not know. makes the adults feel part of the school too! #tlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    I know you have a ton of these!! #tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Ha! I had forgotten about that commercial! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1 Tour of the lab. #tlap
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    You are gonna ROCK IT this year! PS - love the bus pics...too cute!! #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: QR Code to go over classroom expectation, brain breaks #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    This roll-the-dice game for first days get-to-know you has kids collaborating, moving, going to me, locker, each other- and learning. #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Chris from Philly suburbs, HS science, specifically medical #anatomy and physiology. #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 On Friday we will send our Ss on a scavenger hunt through the school instwad of the traditional school tour! #tlap
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    At #iste17 I learned about mobile breakouts. I'm planning one to freshen up our lab safety lessons! #tlap
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1- Brain breaks!! Some students love to show off their moves #tlap
  • ericsandow Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 Start of our weekly Dance Competition! The winner gets his/her own WWE style belt to wear for the week! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 80s dance music works every time, every age. They all know the words. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Kids love to gat away from the 4 walls! #tlap
    • MmeRandolph Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      READ outside, take a walk and write down observations
      In reply to @burgessdave
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    This is my jealous face... I want #breakoutedu! #tlap
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Another fave is "speed dating (edu style). Play music, stop and chat. Repeat. Lower affective filter. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Ss will do video making & use campus settings as a backdrop. #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Reverse charades-team acts it out, one person guesses. Gonna try it this year. #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    I'm Stacy from Michigan & I'm a little late =) #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    @MrBarry628 I want some details, I have 5 NP's in UT, I want to make it more interesting when I teach it this year. #tlap
    • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
      A1: Ss do a National Parks Project then take notes on their classmates projects #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Love this ❤️‼️#tlap
    • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:08 PM EDT
      A1 Get them to walk around room 1st day. Judge me. Then we talk about dangers of snap judgements #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Wish I could say it was mine, but there is a site called @GIPHY has tons of them. #tlap
    In reply to @SteinatDavis, @GIPHY
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    It's funny how all ages love a dance brain break. #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • GSmit4Character Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Role–playing, simulations, debates, activities, demonstrations, decision–making initiatives, skits, discussions, & games. #TLAP
  • SaraKiffe Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: We always take a little tour of the school, outdoor classroom, and butterfly garden on the first day. #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    We do a weekly dance party. first few minutes of class, it is amazing! :) #tlap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Glad to hear it! Thanks for braving the Twittersphere! #tlap
    In reply to @allylindberg02, @leighmragsdale
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 Classmate Scavenger Hunt. Gets us moving and learning about each other. Builds relationships. #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1- With my Ss we do a back2school class cup. Team building / fun activities & competitions to get your class up on Mr.Bs Wall of Fame #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Im coming to your class, Austin! #tlap
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I also use inside/outside circles, but we go out into the hall so we can really spread out. Human bar graphs are a lot of fun #tlap
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Scott from NJ checking in for #tlap (a little late)
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #tlap
    • sbdugger Aug 7 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      Ice breaker - we are playing line or blob tomorrow to get to know each other. #ccsdtn
      In reply to @burgessdave
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: LOVE fluency races to get Ss up and moving! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Fun! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: Here's where sci comes to life! Teaching Ss to be curious and look for anything interesting in their environment and record it. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Are you a 1:1 school? If so, make your own Digital Breakoutedu! It’s super easy and very engaging for the Ss. #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt, @rice_julie
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Check out my blog https://t.co/2oZTfv3Dwi. Scroll int the middle of the page on the RIGHT side is the project #tlap I visited the Mighty 5
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • RchTodaysLrnr Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1 adjective vocab on board. have Stus use 3 of words to describe themselves as they walk around to intro self to new classmates #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • coacheagan Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: @breakoutEDU is a great way to engage staff with an awesome hook. Imovie scavenger hunts rock too! #TLAP
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Thanks, Jacqueline! You're too kind! #tlap
    In reply to @jlpuuri
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: Think Mr. Keating in Dead Poets. Get your Ss on their feet and have them do something unexpected, even if simple #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: Instituting more movement breaks. Going to buy a disco light like @acottos & rock out. Also institute drop everything & exercise. #tlap
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: I host a Friendship Day right before school starts so that my Ss can play/get to know each other.Friendships always form that day. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    No punishment this time! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    I never turn down guests. #Funtimes #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    "Lines of communication" is fun variation. #tlap
    In reply to @jessica_reddout
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1.2: Ss also need to see their entire learning environment. Get them outside to see the whole building. The community is theirs! #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: #swmnrocks is big right now. Doing something with it in my SSMethods course. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Oh! They will love that! #tlap
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I need to know how to do this! Googling it in another tab now so I remember to look into it after #tlap! Thanks. :)
    • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      Are you a 1:1 school? If so, make your own Digital Breakoutedu! It’s super easy and very engaging for the Ss. #tlap
      In reply to @TechieTeachOtt, @rice_julie
  • SteinatDavis Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    #tlap A1: Bingo get-to-know you
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Love this! Kids can also create their own map & have another group find the mascot. Or create a directional code map then walk it! #tlap
    In reply to @MeshaDaniel
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Glad you could make it, Laura! #tlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    When I use an activity like this, we call it "Craps." It cracks up middle schoolers every time. #tlap
    • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      This roll-the-dice game for first days get-to-know you has kids collaborating, moving, going to me, locker, each other- and learning. #tlap
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Group walks! #4OCF #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Transitions, brain breaks & to launch #wbt vocabulary! Get yo' body movin'! #tlap
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Ss love it! I've found some great videos and they just dance along! So much fun! I get tired trying them! #tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1b: I love the idea of a #Character Cruise, too, to walk around and learn expectations. https://t.co/t5tFHRVdOJ #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Share, share, share, I want some ideas along this line of QR codes. #tlap
    In reply to @MrStevenKerr
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Granted...I give a quiz on the first day of school :) #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Tell me more, Sarah. #tlap
    In reply to @sbdugger, @burgessdave
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 A school in our district just had an Eagle Scout build them an outdoor classroom! Loved this idea. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • mscraig2000 Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    What a pleasure going on this journey with these lovely ladies. Final Teach like a Pirate book meeting. #TLAP #TigerMindset
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Spice Girls - Wanna Be. That's always a crowd pleaser. All though my Ss went through a big Smash Mouth Allstar phase last year #tlap
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @KatieJMcNamara
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Oh yes! that would make it even better! Awesome idea! #tlap
    In reply to @tamaraletter
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Do a Would You Rather only have the Ss choose by moving from one side or the other then try and defend their answer. #tlap
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q1: Breakout Edu challenge to work on team building and using each other's strengths to solve problems. #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1) Line or blob in 6th grade. First day photos in 7th! With a frame, props, and all... #tlap
  • Johoward519 Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 Go Noodle songs gets our kids going-lots of laughs dancing, grooving and movin #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Love selfie challenges to get Ts up and moving! We need movement too! #tlap created by @mandyeellis
  • SaraKiffe Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: Play Corners. It's the easiest game and the Ss adore it. #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: After college A&P textbook scavenger hunt, will try timed relay race to locate info in book, along with physical aspect. #tlap
  • mike_stein33 Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 I pretend that I'm flying around the classroom & crash into the ocean & get stranded on deserted island. Straight from #tlap #HSGEdChatTN
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I am not ashamed to say I have a Spice Girls channel on pandora :) #tlap
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @KatieJMcNamara
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Any video suggestions? #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 Four corners activity is fun. Varied q's. Ss go to corner that represents their answe, chat a peers, then share w class #tlap
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Easy to talk about the 13 colonies...All ya gotta do is play this song; it's what they wanted.. https://t.co/saSXqHYaKw #tlap
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Jamie...trying to hop in a little late! #tlap
  • MrsBovasClass Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    #tlap Tara Bova from Cape Girardeau, MO here! Setting my room up as The Energy Bus for BtS. Tickets, outfit, sound effects in check!
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Digital breakout site has a great page of resources. @MsVenturino amazing help #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt, @MsVenturino
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2:I have play-doh ready for them to create something that represents them,makes time to connect n learn something new about Ss or Ts #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    YES. To. Disco. light! 👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼👌🏼 #tlap
    In reply to @Ron_Martiello, @acottos
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    15 minutes into #tlap and I am already getting winning ideas! Love my #pln
    In reply to @rice_julie, @Stella_Pollard
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: Yes! Doing the unexpected! I always worked with the school theme. One year the Ss dressed as scuba divers for ocean theme. #TLAP
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Love it! #tlap
    In reply to @Ron_Martiello, @acottos
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I had my cousin once use that term and say: "Let's shoot crap!" The class was always laughing even after they new the game. #tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Perfect Thanks! #tlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Interactive read aloud. Stop & have Ss discuss and tableux part in the story. When you tap, they unfreeze & explain. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: We do an Amazing Race with our Intro to ED students. Scan QR codes for clues. Helps them become familiar with campus. #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Love! #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Use photography! Ss can be set loose on campus and capture meaningful pics! #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Love it! Summer hits of the 90s & 2000s always has a few gems too #tlap
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @KatieJMcNamara
  • lynzhite Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    @Stella_Pollard and I are having our students design flags for their pirate ship groups! We will display them in the room!#tlap
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    What's an iMovie scavenger hunt? Intrigued! #tlap
    In reply to @coacheagan, @breakoutEDU
  • branowar Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I'm going to incorporate Cubism and Escher into my geometry class this year. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Love this! #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter, @skeeTX
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: also going to have all of my gr lvls take mid process gallery walks. to see others art in the process. then get feedback from Ss #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I love the idea of giving every Ss play doh and seeing what they create with it! #TLAP
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I livestream French radio into my classroom. Ss Love listening to NRJ and hearing what French Teens listen to. Music video Fridays #tlap
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    We get outside as much as possible and I teach our on campus. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: Start with music they love! They can appreciate the past once they know how to appreciate the present! Beyoncé to Bach #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: cue up @HamiltonMusical, Kanye, Drake, Bieber....whatever relates to your Ss to get them engaged. Get on their level #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: LEGOs to create scene out of a story; paint a box green to use as a green screen and add backdrops #tlap
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    I love These! #tlap
    • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A1 Four corners activity is fun. Varied q's. Ss go to corner that represents their answe, chat a peers, then share w class #tlap
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: We created a welcome sign together. It was simple but brought us all together...showed them we were a team. #tlap
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: I did playdoh creations last school year and it changed everything! Ss were seeing ideas in everything they did! So great! #tlap
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: Breakout Edu challenge to work on team building and problem solving. #tlap
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1b: Another year the hall teachers worked together on a treasure map. Ss went room to room getting to know the Ts and environment. #tlap
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2: Let students enhance procedures/classroom expectations by letting them dance/draw/ craft/film a representation of them #tlap
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 I want to have Ss paint scenes on my ceiling tiles #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Only with students. Propped up 2 iPads, cute signs to hold (#davis 7, 1st day, science rocks) and show at back to school nite #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    I play a Dr Dre song - real loud - then ask if this is social studies. The answer is yes - everything is social studies. Then we chat #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Amazing crew!! #tlap #TigerMindset
    In reply to @mscraig2000
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 I try to be hands on those first few days, right away, but have never thought of the art hook....hmmmm #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Right after in Multimedia and Business Basics, we are creating inspiring infopics and teaching #sketchnotes. #tlap
  • SaraKiffe Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Students write I Am poems and share them in a poetry reading on the first day. #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    and don't be afraid to make it look like you're trying too hard to be cool :) haha #TLAP
    In reply to @skeeTX, @HamiltonMusical
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Pose something to Ss that they have to show in a non-linguistic way (in groups). Share & have others guess. Watch the creativity! #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • aleaglen Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I want to do this too... great idea from #tlap👍🏻👍🏻
    In reply to @MrStevenKerr
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Napoleon dynamite dance off, poem written afterwards with illustrations. #tlap
  • sbdugger Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    My Ss are doing a "we can make a difference" photo project - selfies taken by Ss putting them together w/fav quotes and goal. #ccsdtn #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: we have breakfast every morning, so playing Mozart to start our day is a must! Ss know that classical music helps us learn #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Use EdTech that allows Ss to showcase their passion: make movie trailer with @teambiteable and/or preform on #FlipgridFever #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: I like to have S's create products using group roles that help them connect to what we're reading, writing, thinking about #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Staff introductions set to self-selected walk up songs. Song clips will be used throughout year. #tlap
  • MLCHS_Ruddy Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2. Jessica from Collins HS in Shelbyville KY — My kids drew bumper stickers to show why history matters. #tlap #SCthinksbigger
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: As a building principal I'm going to try the rap app @GustafsonBrad shared when visiting each classroom in September! Can't wait! #tlap
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    https://t.co/pD72FPvF8V #tlap Create videos about class and allow Ss to scan
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I'm in! #tlap
    In reply to @historycomics
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Love this on many levels, Michael! #tlap
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Mr_Bussiere, @KatieJMcNamara
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Connect music to theme of literature. Create backdrops with craft stuff. Use Google Drawings to create our own Picasso's! #tlap
  • coacheagan Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    They do a scavenger hunt and take video and pics and then throw together a shirt iMovie to share 👍 #tlap
    In reply to @rice_julie, @breakoutEDU
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: students write lyrics to the tune of a familiar song (like row row row your boat) and perform #tlap
  • SteinatDavis Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    #tlap A2: @Flocabulary for my ELA kiddos!
  • MrDurajWildcats Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: creating an interdisciplinary open ended assessment. Letting s's show their mastery in the way that works for them #tlap
    • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2: Interactive read aloud. Stop & have Ss discuss and tableux part in the story. When you tap, they unfreeze & explain. #tlap
      • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
        Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • AnnickRauch Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Love using the green screen with my Ss. Even at a young age, they can bring their stories to life with this simple technology! #tlap
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I do lots of music and art related projects in my HS eng class. I also play music every day which boosts moods and gets kids engaged #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • GSmit4Character Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    96 activities to teach character and desired beliefs and traits. Instilling Touchstones of Character #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Use play-doh & legos to represent self & learning & let Ss take photos to model procedures, expectations, systems & activities! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Flexible seating REALLY means everything on wheels to clear the dance floor 🤣 #tlap
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @TeacherRunner42
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 We turned a typical diversity show and tell into a student made green screen movie this year. Green screens ! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Love using music as transitions. Train Ss to transition to certain activity based on song! #tlap
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Introducing the National Parks project... Music & movement! https://t.co/45EXTDjh8x #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: each S finds a song that he feels best describes their life, use @flipgrid to record Ss giving reasoning as song plays in bckgrnd #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: i like them to make things using found items. I always put restrictions to what materials they can use to help them problem solve #tlap
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: that's easy for me in culinary and FACS!! Also using design thinking!! #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Last year we used Hamilton to write, mix, record Ss hip hop raps a/b school academic philosophy! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @crystaslaughter
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I like this, Jessica! #tlap
    In reply to @MLCHS_Ruddy
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 would love to do an arts hook using @flipgrid to kick off the year. Ss can sing, draw, act out, create something to share. #tlap
  • TrudeauLisa Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I like this ! #tlap
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    That's a definite go to! Many good videos there! #tlap
    In reply to @ericsandow, @JudiHolst
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Ss write color poems and share. We ALWAYS have classical music on when we write. #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2) During "student surveys", collecting each Ss 'Walk in song" and will have it BLASTING on a special day in the year. #musichook #tlap
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 I love having my students create songs or raps to remember ways of solving math problems. #tlap
  • ericsandow Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    First time chat participant.. Wish I could get a "transcript".. so many great ideas! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes!! Creators and makers! #tlap
    In reply to @jessica_reddout
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Lol. #tlap
    In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @Mr_Bussiere, @KatieJMcNamara
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    One of my favorite activities hands down! You learn so much about Ss from this! #tlap
    In reply to @StacyJFarmer
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    https://t.co/rzO5Yu66yO here’s one I made for the staff at BMS. I hope all of my links are open to everyone.. Haha #TLAP
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt
  • RchTodaysLrnr Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 #STEMed and dance #tlap https://t.co/kUYjJqjD2N
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I use images and art. The students use the image to practice impromptu speaking. Love seeing their creative side during this hook. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: INFOGRAPHIC creations with hands on crafts! Dang, I just thought of this. Include music, images, captions, the full meal deal! #tlap
  • Grade3WI Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    What is this? #tlap
    In reply to @SaraKiffe
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 Scientific Method: Ss propose an experiment use media/crafts (S choice) to describe the steps used and present their proposal. #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2-We did back 2 school cubes last year. Where Ss could draw different things about themselves. An emoji, family, fav food etc... #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    It throws them for a loop with my white guy comic nerd Street cred - then we again talk about snap judgments - I ❤️ comics & hip hop #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: Picasso is great, but I also LOVE Salvador Dali. Really makes you think about what you are looking at Ss can create their own #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    What time is it there?? Glad you are in #tlap, Noa!
    In reply to @supervxn, @teambiteable
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Hello #tlap. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno Ca
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: I heard of another T that had the class create their own playlist of songs & loved the idea. Music can tell you a lot about a S #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    there tends to be a recap transcript at the end :) if you aren't on @TweetDeck that's kind of a requirement. #tlap
    In reply to @ericsandow, @TweetDeck
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    What is line or blob? #tlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 DAS - Draw a Scientist project https://t.co/NU3IApLakQ - to see the stereotypes and then show that they all are scientists #tlap
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    I'm jumping into this chat. I am from the Bay Area, California. @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    in your free time (as in, end of chat) go to @participate They curate chats and you can read the WHOLE DARN THING #tlap
    In reply to @ericsandow, @participate
  • drmcclard Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Lance k-5 principal in MO. Jumping in late. Finished Open House! #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Bon Jovi Living on a Prayer??????? #tlap
    In reply to @AlexisMeschi, @burgessdave
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2.2: I am planning on doing a peace sign using Ss hands! It's part of our theme! #tlap
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap here's the outdoor classroom I mentioned. @burgessdave
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 Have been building playlists to complement my unit topics for background music while working. Thank you @TeacherRunner42! #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: Instead of going the student handbook with our Ss, we cut out portions and have them act it out for the grade! #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: Ss can make all about me sketchnotes. Make visual presentation about interests and passions. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • MLCHS_Ruddy Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2.2 we also do work listening to time period specific music in the background. Exposure is good. #tlap #SCthinksBigger
  • nick_schumacher Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 Before inservice, encourage staff to find a song that they feel best represents their style. during inservice play for all to guess #TLAP
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Using brain friendly music in class helps my S's gain comfort in the class. It also helps them focus away from outside distractions. #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: Used play-doh with Intro to ED class. #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Yes! No directions beyond "create to show ...." 4Cs in action. #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Our Pinwheels for Peace comes up early Sept; we LOVE creating this gift to our community. https://t.co/mB5HvsBU0G #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: I have been brainstorming a “hamilton” based set of projects that tie in all aspects of the arts & other areas too! #tlap #K12ArtChat
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I've done something like this for years - draw yourself as a scientist, then I show images of scientists - mind blown #tlap
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    4:20 am here in Israel. Glad to be here! Learning lots of great things. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @teambiteable
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I need to get on this soon! students report in a week :D #tlap
    In reply to @TracyMailloux
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    #tlap is the Teach Like a Pirate chat, discussing concepts from the book of same name by @burgessdave. Join in!
    In reply to @Grade3WI, @SaraKiffe, @burgessdave
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2 I like to do the "Soul Train" during PD--for brain breaks! We will doing it on Wednesday. YahBABY! My fav. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Comic drawings to go along with the solar eclipse? #TLAP
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Always love breaking down a good math concept with a rap freestyle. #tlap
    In reply to @CoraBoucher
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Would love to hear how these ideas shape up, Matthew! #tlap
    In reply to @Artguy76
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    First day excitement is the best!! #nkcchat #tlap #edchat #bmoreedchat
  • MrBarry628 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: I generally play some crazy music over the year: Battle of New Orleans for example...https://t.co/yP3aBlJXqY #tlap :)
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    This brings back memories of being a math teacher #tlap
    • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      A2 I love having my students create songs or raps to remember ways of solving math problems. #tlap
  • aleaglen Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: I love intro-ing self portraits-realistic to abstract-and challenging Ss to create one with a focus on mult. Intellig & symbolism #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining, Bro! #tlap
    In reply to @drmcclard
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Love when they create a playlist for a novel. Learning colliding with fun! #tlap
    In reply to @CLewis4ed
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: Ss will get the same pic on a sticky note & create their own pic & use it to learn about each other & our diff. PoVs #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I do "soul train line" WITH "lines of communication". LOVE watching adults do this! #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Love this!! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Check our Line or Blob icebreaker: https://t.co/22VJj2Zpvh #tlap
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A1: Staff QR Code Scavenger Hunt! #tlap #4OCF https://t.co/yoYxtEwakI
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    And you know I love me some Play Doh on opening day! #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Curating this awesome Idea, but I might find some Dahi's and maybe some Rousseau's #tlap
    • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:17 PM EDT
      A2: Connect music to theme of literature. Create backdrops with craft stuff. Use Google Drawings to create our own Picasso's! #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I wanna get flexible seating up and going in my classroom! #tlap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @TeacherRunner42
  • ManionJulie Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2.My theme is friendly forest so we are making masks and creatures our first day. #tlap
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2 "I see, I think, I wonder" carousel activity w varied images/works around room always prompts interesting discoveries, insight. #tlap
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3 Fidget. Spinners. #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Jessica, I am also a big fan of having music in the background during class time. #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I use play dough too! Thanks to the Pirate for that idea, too. Adults love it! #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • BBaumeyer Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Great day today. Great mtg with staff, talking about our 5-Word GPSs and a great Open House! #tlap
  • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: I have my students make posters where they finish the phrase "history is like..." #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Oh! That is a fun idea. & a great way to engage yet another of S senses in their learning. Even the music we play can impact learning. #tlap
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @TeacherRunner42
  • MrsBovasClass Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: Trying to brainstorm something for subtraction with regrouping. Maybe subtraction surgery? #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Totally pirated the idea from Twitter. Tweeking it to fit our needs. #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter, @carie_fowler
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Love both of these ideas! #MozartHook in Action! #tlap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @CLewis4ed
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Loving (and stealing) your idea tonight, girl! #tlap
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    That is great! I love it...in case you couldn't tell by my gif. LOL #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: FIRST find out what is relevant to them. THEN use what they are in to, to THEIR advantage. Find ways to authentically incorporate. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • MrH1029 Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: Allow students to add a few more values of their choosing to our values column #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Got the idea from some other educator one night on twitter! #tlap
    In reply to @SteinatDavis
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 ask students to write and tell you -what they listen to, watch, play, etc and then adjust. Powerful when u play a student song! #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: Music playing during dissections. #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    simply showing that you are aware of what they are into & what is going on in their world is important #tlap they may laugh but they love it
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Music everyday!!! #tlap
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Thanks! I'll check it out after #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: I am quoting @alicekeeler here: FIDGET SPINNERS! #tlap
  • branowar Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: I like to have pretty casual convos with kiddos on the first couple of days to find out what's cool (bc I'm not hip) 🤓. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • RchTodaysLrnr Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2 custom music in science class! #STEMed #tlap https://t.co/CCAsdC5iFJ
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Yup! I did play-doh on first day of school this year too after reading #tlap. Learned a lot about my Ss from this activity.
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: music...videos...sports...theatre! Let them lead and show what their interests are! It'll help us build relationships! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2 Table with random supplies. Prompt: create something that represents you. #tlap
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Let's get students viewing artwork! They can build academic skills! #4OCF #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    That's ok. Where do you think I got the idea from? #thatswhatpiratesdo #tlap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • ChrisQuinn64 Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1: @GoNoodle , daily outdoor learning, @SkypeClassroom will be three ways for us in our K class. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:07 PM EDT
      Q1: Let's get students/staff up and moving!! How are you going to add movement and/or get them outside the 4 walls of your room? #tlap
  • EstelaH143 Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1: I use GoNoodle in my classroom for regular fun brain breaks in my Kinder class! They love (and need) these fun movement breaks! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Oh I have the XP powerup tokens ready to go. They get their XP they get a one of the envolopes to use whatever tool they want #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I have also seen a variation where Ts pair off, only use one hand, & work together to create whatever they want #tlap idea from @kimdarche
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @kiddielitprof, @kimdarche
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Just picked up a Red Sox one the other day! Can't wait to show it off once school starts 😜#tlap
    In reply to @drs116
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Snapchat-like activity will hook your Ss. Faux-Instagram on 1st day will get their attention as well. Throw on Spotify as well #tlap
  • MisterCompas Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Use a student survey and find a commonality among them and do an activity based off that. #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: I always use the latest dance crazes with my students to keep them up and excited to run to school instead of running away from it #tlap
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: I use their interests as conversation starters in the target language They love getting to talk about themselves or favorite thing #tlap
  • aleaglen Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I love I see I think I wonder!! Fun to do this with QR codes linking I an image and google form for kids to respond to. #tlap
    In reply to @EGCollabLab
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: let students choose end unit project. They can creatively show what they know, but using whatever they're into. Choice=engagement #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    #tlap Using the picture book "Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed," to kick off our staff theme. There will be blueberry treats!
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • ericsandow Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 Superheroes! #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2b: Last year, my kids & I celebrated #worldphoto day --> they came up with this enitre photo & directed me! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    I want to see that infographic! #tlap
    In reply to @GambillJulie
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: @lynzhite and I are making 7th Grade science unlike any class these Ss have EVER had. Movie trailers, using the raft hook idea, #tlap
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3 The Great American Eclipse...we'll still be on vacation but still relevant to 6th grade science. #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: at first can go w trends or breaking stories they care about w movies, games, celeb news;then Ts have to find out what's important #tlap
  • coacheagan Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: make a staff, grade level or teacher video of a current song--karaoke and then have students create one as a class #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    It might be a stretch but it will hook the Ss @PokemonGoEdu #tlap
  • drs116 Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Class discussion - make your point before spinner stops spinning #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Once you all open up...we want pictures of this amazing new school, Annick! #tlap
    In reply to @AnnickRauch
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Character lessons with my Kinders using lots of mentor texts and reflective discussion. #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    ohhh that sounds fun! #tlap
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Are there going to be any questions or topics to discuss? @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • MrStevenKerr Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: We had Ss write an argumentative essays why fidget spinners should be allowed in school, had to do both sides of the argument #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: @bgriffinteach & I use hashtags to help kids analyze reading. We also use them for exit slips, bulletin boards, & reflection #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3b: Game of Thrones if age appropriate #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    yes! we do a teacher dance during pep rally with dance trends and it is their fave thing of the year #TLAP
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: HUGE focus on solar eclipse at the beginning of the year. #tlap
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    This is the best way to go. This is what I'll be suggesting to my teachers. They will give more than enough input #tlap
    • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A3 ask students to write and tell you -what they listen to, watch, play, etc and then adjust. Powerful when u play a student song! #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Exactly, Brian. During the Christmas holidays I play music from around the world creating a culturally responsive classroom. #tlap
  • JaredMadthighs Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: As some have said, let kids choose songs to go on the classroom playlist. Can tell a lot about someone by their music tastes! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Perfect! #tlap
    In reply to @ChrisQuinn64, @GoNoodle, @SkypeClassroom
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Dang, girl! That's #tlap commitment! You get bonus points from me!
    In reply to @supervxn, @burgessdave, @teambiteable
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    We are getting ready to put in an outdoor classroom as well! We should touch base. Would love to pick your brain! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @burgessdave
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: make an opportunity to have some sort of moment with each kid on the first day that makes them feel important to you. #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3) Well there's nothing like a service project for a bonding experience #LCL #tlap
  • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I am having kids do Table Topics (see pics) and learn about each other in small groups. They're also taking a personality test! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yes!! More concerned with the learning...less with how they show it! #tlap
    In reply to @AlexisMeschi
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3 My Ss (who I have for three years) found a real love for #DnD last year. Will look to incorporate that this year for sure! #tlap
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Use Google Maps to create a Pokemon Go like activity for Ss #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Mulling mini #edcamp style activity erly on w/ Ss picking medical topics of interest 2 THEM, learn bout them in groups, share out. #tlap
  • amccomas121 Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Use the GooseChase app for scavenger hunt fun around campus! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I let students create "instagrams" /"snapchats" for characters for their independent reading, analyze clean rap lyrics(poetry 😂) #tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Plan to have Ss do with a big "I." In the middle, draw words that describe them. Outside of I, draw words of how others see them. #tlap
    • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      A2: Ss can make all about me sketchnotes. Make visual presentation about interests and passions. #tlap
      • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:14 PM EDT
        Q2 Pirates love art and music!!! How can you use the Picasso, Mozart, Dance/Drama, Craft hooks to get them making/creating right away? #tlap
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Fun! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I second that!! Can't wait to see it! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @AnnickRauch
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    What an OUTSTANDING idea!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love it. #tlap
    • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A3: I am having kids do Table Topics (see pics) and learn about each other in small groups. They're also taking a personality test! #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Kids will be using world events/news/research&news to create important city signs as they work to complete their learning environment. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Thanks for getting up for us! #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn, @teambiteable
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Do a "hobby" "life interests" survey with students. Have them make a powtoon about themselves...their likes/dislikes #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Us too! Can't wait to see it! #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: Most kids LOVE selfies...how can we use this? @flipgrid reflections, comics, slides, @Seesaw #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3- I do a zone of proximity activity with current trends. ask Ss how they feel about... then they move to their comfort zone #tlap
  • TrudeauLisa Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    This sounds interesting. #tlap
    In reply to @MeshaDaniel
  • aleaglen Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: I'm thinking I could do something with emojis since the movie just came out😍😜☠️🤓 #tlap
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    YES! Me too! I think it's so powerful. We love @GoNoodle. I even uploaded other youtube videos that I knew they'd like. So fun. #tlap
    In reply to @PapaBacher, @GoNoodle
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Love the idea to combine with QR codes! #tlap
    In reply to @aleaglen
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 You have to #makeitreal ! Right @MathDenisNJ ? One example we did was a fidget spinner project in math this year. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @MathDenisNJ
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Sweet! #tlap
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: Be sure to reveal something authentic a/b yourself early on as well. Let Ss see who you really are. They'll relate to realness #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I have a Classroom DJ for one of my jobs! My 4th graders loved adding to our @Spotify playlist & choosing transition songs! #tlap
    In reply to @JaredMadthighs, @Spotify
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Rich brings up a great idea for using QRs. Ss can also create QRs for portfolio work too. #tlap
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    so I assume you can hit the Quan and juju on that beat #tlap ? That's awesome
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3- one of my teammates last year busted out her water bottle flipping skills in a class tournament #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Have Ss do a selfie challenge. They have to take photo w/ Ss or Ts who... could also have them find things around the building #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Please do! So fun! #tlap
    In reply to @AnnickRauch
  • Techieteach11 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Teachers can use @Snapchat filters to introduce themselves and then create a story to show in each classroom or at a school assembly. #tlap
    • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A3: FIRST find out what is relevant to them. THEN use what they are in to, to THEIR advantage. Find ways to authentically incorporate. #tlap
      • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
        Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: last year @GGeickmade an awesome PE activity using Pokémon Go inspiration. Ss loved it! #tlap
  • amccomas121 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Ss make all-about-me presentations using personal photos & musical choices #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Hi. Entering late! Shannon from Weston, Fl. 1st grade. 😀#tlap
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 Solar Eclipse is Aug 21st. My school is an hr away from totality colleges in the path are videoing and conducting experiments. #tlap
  • MrH1029 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: Having a presence in every classroom in the school on day one. Greeting parents in the student drop off line. #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Yes. Dabbed at a rally still get saluted with a dab. Lol. #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger, @PapaBacher
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3- I'm afraid to see what new fad is to come, haha! But finding a way to incorporate it makes it easier to handle, and Ss happy #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: Plan to use @PearDeck or G Form to find out what they are into, then ask THEM ways to incorporate as well as my ideas. #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: We first have to figure out what the fad is NOW before we try to incorporate it in our lessons. A lot can change in 2 months. #tlap
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: I plan 2 sing the "Go Teen Titans" snippet, "When I look at you, I see the story in your eyes . . ." Story fits with lit! Go ELA!#tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A4. Pull in pop culture and mix with music. Make it all about them. Hooks them every time. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: I'm using Mandy Harvey, contestant on AGT. Hope her story & song Try inspire Ss to keep on growing. #tlap https://t.co/wKM5daxjtJ
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Always incorporate an activity where students can get to know me! #tlap
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    we are so lucky to be right in the path in Cape Girardeau, MO...what an opportunity! #TLAP
    In reply to @alampe9078
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Oooh love this!!! #tlap
    • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      Have Ss do a selfie challenge. They have to take photo w/ Ss or Ts who... could also have them find things around the building #tlap
      In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I love the selfie challenge idea! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • ChrisQuinn64 Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: Leverage social networking tools: Google Hangouts, Skype, Twitter to bring classes together for fun, learning...across the globe. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      Q3 How can we use what Ss are into? What opportunities from recent trends, fads, news stories can we use to ramp up the opening days? #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    The solar eclipse, for sure! All (I think) local schools are delaying dismissal due to its viewing time in ATL #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Appreciate it! #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @burgessdave, @teambiteable
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    As an aspiring English teacher, I may have students act out drama scenes outside the classroom. @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    What if they did selfies or short videos showing them following any rules or procedures? #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Q4: Costumes, props, mystery bags, props...all tools of an edu-pirate. what are your ideas for incorporating any of these hooks? #tlap
  • coacheagan Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Boom!! Using Ss as a DJ for Classroom playlists and transitions #tlap
    • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      I have a Classroom DJ for one of my jobs! My 4th graders loved adding to our @Spotify playlist & choosing transition songs! #tlap
      In reply to @JaredMadthighs, @Spotify
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Yes! A T at our school created a wall for student selfies this year. They will be answering prompts for the wall. #tlap @stephelaine1
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    We're in the path too! #tlap
    In reply to @alampe9078
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Great idea!! #tlap
    • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      I have a Classroom DJ for one of my jobs! My 4th graders loved adding to our @Spotify playlist & choosing transition songs! #tlap
      In reply to @JaredMadthighs, @Spotify
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Love this idea! Music is a great way to connect w/students! I think I'll make a Google Form for Ss to help me create MY playlists! #tlap
    In reply to @CLewis4ed
  • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    This is so neat! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3:Going to be utilizing my YouTube channel a lot this year. Will ask Ss what interests they have on YouTube & what we can create. #tlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: At orientation I handed my new Ss a "game ticket"... This was their intro into my classroom game! #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Yes, and they score extra points if they can throw a curveball ....#tlap
    • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A3: Use Google Maps to create a Pokemon Go like activity for Ss #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    And perform the iCarlton challenge and JuJu on that Beat! #tlap
    In reply to @Heyheyitsmrsb
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A4: Love the mystery bag.. Might be worth doing.. We made a movie trailer to support our game theme. We decorated our rooms in pirate. #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I used a AR last year with my SS Methods...instead of Pokemon Go it was "Stangermon Go" after our mascot. Used Aurasma. #tlap
    In reply to @MeshaDaniel
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Creating g form this year to ask about music for class playlist #tlap
    In reply to @historycomics
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Lucky! NASA is collecting data from citizen scientists during the eclipse. #tlap
    In reply to @alampe9078
  • BroCstart Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    #tlap Br Christopher checking in real quick. KS, MS sci. High/low tech portraits for first day.
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Love embedding character development! Awesome, Sarah! #tlap
    In reply to @mrs_littlefield
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I can go back and connect with the person who tweeted out. Thanks for sharing though! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @burgessdave
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: We're thinking about asking for Ss to take "Selfless Selfies" to encourage service & volunteerism w/their families outside school. #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: my student council kids are dressing as safari tour guides for the first day and welcoming at doors, showing to classes, etc. #tlap
  • mandymtaylor Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    #booksnaps remind me of selfies...esp. when the reader peeks out! https://t.co/dQhKdk0PEs #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Isn't this the truth! We definitely need to find out from the kids on the 1st day #tlap
    • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      A3: We first have to figure out what the fad is NOW before we try to incorporate it in our lessons. A lot can change in 2 months. #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: It starts with my Spider-Man tie, @flipgrid Joe Cool, their phones and the sky is not the limit. #tlap
  • drmcclard Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Let's keep it current. I told faculty we should do this dance from the Guardians of he Galaxy video. https://t.co/Vlqjq1fdeh 😂 #tlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @AnnickRauch
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    OR have them do the "wrong way" as well as the "right way". Ss LOVE to play the "bad kid". You will see their personalities. #tlap
    In reply to @CLewis4ed, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Students are designing flags for their ships, students will be naming their teams. We’re bringing other Ts in as “guest pirates” #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I love that you are hopping in #tlap right after Open House! Rockstar!
    In reply to @drmcclard
  • MrDurajWildcats Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: have used survivor and hunting buffaloes with introducing transversals and parallel lines #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: Costumes, props, mystery bags, props...all tools of an edu-pirate. what are your ideas for incorporating any of these hooks? #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Yes, check out the app: Globe Observer #tlap #scitlap
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @alampe9078
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    YES to 👆🏻. I told my kids about my love of Target & during the holidays I got a bunch of target gift cards. LOL It was not intentional #tlap
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Yes! Fun for Ss to learn about trends etc of peers in other places! #tlap
    In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    So cool! engagement is the key for our Ss! #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I know right! The pirates are ROCKIN' the ship tonight with so many sweet HOOK ideas! #tlap
    In reply to @drmcclard
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: our grade level houses all have themes this year, houses all decorated + Ts collaborating to make it fun for the kids #tlap
  • TechNinjaTodd - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Reply All? Tons of Notifications? Help spread the word on this simple twitter etiquette! https://t.co/72lR0lPARo #kidsdeserveit #TLAP
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: this is an area that I have not yet tried yet...still fighting myself to dive into it! #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I really love it! I'd keep your door shut. I had a few Ss run into hall when I asked how they felt about Justin Bieber lol 😬 #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I absolutely love this idea! #tlap
    • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A4: my student council kids are dressing as safari tour guides for the first day and welcoming at doors, showing to classes, etc. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    My feed is insane!! Dramamine! Hey...help me by liking, RTing great stuff you see and giving some comment love to fellow #tlap chatters!
  • Johoward519 Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A1 Used scavenger hunt where Ts paired up with someone from another grade. Got to explore areas they didn't frequent-lots of laughs #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A1 & A3: Ss do anatomical scavenger hunt either in GSlides or Twitter. They take picts of adults & Ss throughout bldg & label regions. #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: LOVE setting out props for Ss to see and say nothing. The buzz is incredible! #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Think Monty Python: Now for something completely different!!! Your Ss will be discussing w/ family at dinner if you stand out! #tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Love it @StefaniePitzer. Would love to see some of your ideas for the challenge. #tlap
    • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      Have Ss do a selfie challenge. They have to take photo w/ Ss or Ts who... could also have them find things around the building #tlap
      In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • MrH1029 Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Energetic parent or member of the community in the school's mascot costume welcoming students as they enter the school #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: I dress up as Jeanne d'arc when I teach about her in in class. Ss love it! #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    oooohhh...I like this!!! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @TaraMartinEDU, @kimdarche
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    That is great! Matt #tlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    helps that our theme for the year is "jungle" and that is also our student cheer section at games #tlap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 This is an area I need to explore with my admin team & staff; this offers us a lot od opportunities #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Love these ideas!! Pirate up those rules, regulations! #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @CLewis4ed, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: To start each unit Ss will "Unwrap the Unit." Boxes will b on tables when/Ss enter & b filled w/clues about the new unit #tlap
  • ByrneLearning Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    How long does it take in your states to get state assessment results back? #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: the mystery bag is a lot of fun. Sometimes I'll just use pictures & S's have to brainstorm the topic. #tlap
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 Talk Like APirate Day is 9/19. I have kids write pirate definitions for science equipment and inquiry vocab #tlap
  • amccomas121 Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Dare I say it - use fidget spinners to time activities. Winter Olympics are 6 months away - use to set goals at state of year #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 Turning our room into a forest for the epic adventuring to come this year with #gamification Made this today! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Will do! #tlap
    In reply to @AnnickRauch, @burgessdave
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    This is where I struggle :) #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: use the mystery box and challenge students to create a rice crispy treat that brings them all together. There box has misc ingred #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Even if songs are not appropriate to play in class, I can still listen and dialogue with student - builds amazing community #tlap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Use props when teaching vocabulary. I want to create more characters this year for my French Ss. Ideas? #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I LOVE IT! Ledford, could you tell us more? Love love love. #TLAP
    In reply to @lynzhite, @MrsLedford6Eng
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: When we talk about cultural diversity, having props for them to see, touch, and explore always engages! #tlap
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: I have a monkey puppet named Leonard that LOVES Science! Ss love HIM and bring him real bananas from home! #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    2nd idea I am stealing. Lots of treasure to be found on #tlap tonight.
    In reply to @SciTeach7Davis
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4 If all the world is a stage, how about #mysteryskype & @flipgrid collaborations with classes literally around the world! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @flipgrid
  • DonWettrick - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    We #teachers talk of "Student Voice" & "Authentic Audience"... could we take a look at #podcasting in school? https://t.co/WjAEscIpkx #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3. Create classroom Mission statement for year provides hook & buy in for year. #tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4. I use the mystery bag hook and incorporate food. They have to create an impromptu commercial based on the bag they get. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: Costumes, props, mystery bags, props...all tools of an edu-pirate. what are your ideas for incorporating any of these hooks? #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    AND you have the Ss that struggle model it both ways. It's magical. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @CLewis4ed, @flipgrid, @Seesaw
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    I think this would be a great discovery idea! I'll be working it into my first days of instruction. #tlap
    In reply to @abrown0712
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Can't wait to see your Ss #BookSnaps, Scott! #tlap
    In reply to @sngrade4
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4- Ireally want to have my secretary or some 1 come in and drop of a box in my room that says "Top Secret Don't Open Till.." this yr #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    My best education successes came when I knew I had to do something right for Ss and I dove in head first. Go for it! #tlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    What is a pirate's favorite phonogram? ARRRRRR! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    We’re building a pirate community. Our first area is making sure our Ss are passionate about learning so we can fully immerse learning #tlap
    • lynzhite Aug 7 @ 9:31 PM EDT
      A4 Yeah we did! We also tied the theme into our first few weeks games/activities!
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Pepe le Pew! #tlap
    In reply to @htrude07
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Love this so much! #tlap #scitlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Loved the idea of making a trailer 4 the year. Mine says: "This year's class is going to b completely diff https://t.co/VaDNAhFdAn #tlap
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Yes! I have a plethora of minion things. Some more useful than others haha but I love being a kid (or acting like one?) #tlap
    In reply to @jlpuuri, @skeeTX
  • GSmit4Character Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Annually, as supt I dressed up like Clifford the Big Red Dog 2 welcome kdg students in a dvd that was sent home after registration #TLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4 Interactive restoritive justice board. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    What??????? I need to know more! #tlap #ShiftThis
    In reply to @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @JVRoadrunners
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    You need @SpeedStacksInc and then the buzz will get deafining #tlap
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    that's awesome. I'm over here still trying to master "The Wobble" #tlap #twoleftfeet
    In reply to @ericsandow, @PapaBacher
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4 our artifact vs culture sharing exchange prediction gets Ss thinking and making global connections #tlap
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Trying to decide what costume to wear on opening day! Hmmmm... #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    If you can't beat um join um! I love embracing the current fads and trends #tlap
    In reply to @Simo845
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    This is pretty neat #tlap
  • MisterCompas Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: I use a mystery guest for my ABC boot camp, they come in and are the guest artist for the letter that day. #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4. A bigge for me is Mysteryskype in the classroom and Mystery Guest speakers from around the world. #mysteryskype #tlap
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    It really does. I propose 3-4 options but they can create and propose their own if they want, to. #tlap
    In reply to @fwright417, @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    We have some new paper trees growing in our room too :) #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Um… I’m also interested in this! #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave, @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @JVRoadrunners
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: I do a Welcome newcomers (video, posters, cards, etc) for the 5th gr. who are new this yr by 5th gr. #tlap
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Awesome! I am really tryijng to find ways to make history more tactile for my students. #tlap
    In reply to @jessica_reddout
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    LOVE! Nice, Stella! #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • KelleighRatz Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    The value of Twitter for educators. #BookSnaps #tlap #ShiftThis @JoyKirr YES! I totally get it.
  • MrCharlesMartin Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    I am totally amazed by the creativity of this group. These are impressive and useful suggestions. #tlap
  • LSR_DrMom Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Rather than assume, take the time to get acquainted with students. Build a relationship! #KidsDeserveIt #LeadLAP #tlap #BravesFLA
    • ASCD Aug 7 @ 10:25 AM EDT
      Assumptions are so dangerous in education. We assume things about our students and their families and that's dangerous. #literacyleaders
  • brandee_brandt Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Brandee Brandt from San Antonio, so bummed I'm just getting home - mommy duty called! I have to catch up! #tlap
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 Wearing my lab coat and goggles really gets Ss talking. #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: My classroom is a stage! I love dressing up myself and students to create an immersive environment for learning. #TLAP
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: When I gave Ss open ended time 2 create (using comics or video) they created their own props, costumes, story lines #amazing #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: Costumes, props, mystery bags, props...all tools of an edu-pirate. what are your ideas for incorporating any of these hooks? #tlap
  • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Will have boxes on each table with different centers to explore and figure out. No instructions, just have fun. A4 #tlap
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Probably many of us here on #tlap Arrrrrrr!
    In reply to @TracyMailloux
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    I had my husband pretend to be a delivery man for a T in our building last year. It was AWESOME! #tlap
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    It's just the start! Can't wait to get back into school and continue. I ordered 18 more paper lanterns today! lol #IMissMyClassroom #tlap
    In reply to @japhillips0722
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    This is so cool, Jennifer. #tlap
    • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      A3: At orientation I handed my new Ss a "game ticket"... This was their intro into my classroom game! #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Love all the ideas!! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    You can even set up #mysteryGHO or #mysteryFlipgrid to do a collaborative project or lesson. #tlap No walls!
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • Renard_Teach Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 Play the Bat Music, put up the riddles, lights out when they come in the room. BatMath Day is amazing #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Q5: Oh! Some of my favorites! Storytelling, Mystery bag, taboo, Mime (silence), teaser (pre-heating grill!)...How can we use them? #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Wrapped up new incentive for Ss to earn VIP status --> left this wrapped in the front of the room all day while Ss predicted contents! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    One of our characters is actually a ghost… LOL @TheStephenKeys (AKA.. DEAD PIRATE KEYS) so lucky to have @lynzhite and BMS to work w/. #TLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave, @TheStephenKeys, @lynzhite
  • AnnickRauch Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: any props or visual that I bring into class without even bringing attention to them makes curiosity ooze out of Ss! #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: house theme is HP + classroom will be gamified; working on how all 8th Ts will be able to give house points to affect leaderboard #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Yessss! Love that the students are getting involved! #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    I love this. I have my Ss come in an do something along those lines then I answer the same ?s for them so they get to know me too #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof, @burgessdave
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: We had the secretary bring a box that "fell" on her head outside...full of information on the planets from my Alien friend Zorkel #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Totes!! This sounds fun! #tlap
    In reply to @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @burgessdave, @JVRoadrunners
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Audience "choral repetition" in oral cloze (Ss fill in oral "blank" in unison) with funny stories or jokes -very simple yet fun! #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Love that!!!! #tlap
    • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      I had my husband pretend to be a delivery man for a T in our building last year. It was AWESOME! #tlap
      In reply to @Mr_Bussiere
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Im with you in this Lemarr. You can't beat what Skype offers in virtual field trips, etc. They are incredible experiences. #tlap
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    @bgriffinteach this would be fun to introduce our units for the year #tlap
    • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Will have boxes on each table with different centers to explore and figure out. No instructions, just have fun. A4 #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3 going to give students tech lab expectations via Breakout #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: Costume Hook is my favorite! Love to bring books to life! #tlap https://t.co/9v3rg2EIlR
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5: Broken record… HAHA Storytelling FOR SURE. @lynzhite and I have the story telling dice. So excited to see those. #TLAP
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    You could use "whiteboard trivia" to get ideas for songs. https://t.co/WUbZFACJva #tlap
    • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Love this idea! Music is a great way to connect w/students! I think I'll make a Google Form for Ss to help me create MY playlists! #tlap
      In reply to @CLewis4ed
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Jaws theme? Something soothing or ominous? Music could change the mood in an instant for a dissection! #tlap
    In reply to @bakerhhhs
  • Johoward519 Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A1 Ss volunteer in community, visit nursing homes, and work in our school garden #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    #tlap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    We are just glad to have you, Brandee! Jump in! #tlap
    In reply to @brandee_brandt
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Well, hello there Costello :) #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Yup. Me too! Share, share, share! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @JVRoadrunners
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Agreed! If we join them, we'll be more likely to hook them. #tlap
    In reply to @Mr_Bussiere, @Simo845
  • Renard_Teach Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4 Play the Bat Music, put up the riddles, lights out when they come in the room. BatMath Day is amazing #tlap
  • ByrneLearning Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    How long does it take in your states to get state assessment results back? #tlap #TWTBlog
  • japhillips0722 Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    You rock! #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt
  • MathDenisNJ Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Definitely!!!! Check out https://t.co/zIb7KUzaUM for more #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @burgessdave
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Excactly!! When I bought new toys for my young 5s class, I never knew if it was for them or if it was really for me. ☺️ #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @skeeTX
  • RchTodaysLrnr Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4 great way to intro career awareness. Dress like different career professional each day and discuss! #STEMed #CTE #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Glad to have you! Yes, that mommy gig is a busy one! Jump onboard! Q4. #tlap
    In reply to @brandee_brandt
  • MrsBovasClass Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    #tlap A3: Analyze song lyrics to understand nonliteral text. We use Give Love by Andy Grammar and Blackbird by the Beatles.
  • JayBilly2 Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Hello #tlap friends, sorry for the late arrival. Just getting in. I'm always good for a crazy hat and probably the school bell #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: Cos play to introduce Norse, Greek, & Tolkien mythology is super fun and a no brained. Works with novels & short stories too! #tlap
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Can you plz explain more? What will they actually b doing? #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Q4: N the past Ss used props in video/green screen, but limited 2 showing hands & feet. & dress up as book characters, "Rumble Fish" #tlap
  • Heyheyitsmrsb Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: setting up a "house" system in my classroom this year. Going to encourage SS to dress up to earn extra points #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: We pull dead rats out of buckets w/in the 1st few days of school. Ss & rats are BFFs before you know it. #tlap
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: I love storytelling. When I teach about physical weathering I tell my Ss about the time I left my soda can in the freezer #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A5: I would use the storytelling hook and get the students immersed in the lesson. Activate prior knowledge. #tlap
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: I have puppets; maybe to review some of the main events during the first week. Maybe sharing something about Ss & play Guess Who #tlap
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Give your students a survey that asks about their academic strengths, weaknesses, and out of class interests. @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Can you find someway to make yourself a pirate penguin? Cause I think that needs to happen. #tlap
    In reply to @RACzyz
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4 I have a bin full of props. Although my secret weapon is Silly String, gets them every time! #tlap
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4 Ss will dress up (safety in mind) for halloween demos this yr. Ss will demo and provide explanations for the sci behind them. #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Anytime you dress up at the university level it makes your students wonder 😜 #tlap
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    If you want to keep the convo going jump to #tlap for the last bit! #nkcchat
  • EGCollabLab Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Looking for fun ideas to start the school year? Check out tonight's #tlap thread!
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Hmmmmm.... #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Also helps to build those important relationships!! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @Simo845
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    We're comparing a Langston Hughes poem and a 2Pac song. #tlap
    In reply to @MrsBovasClass
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Crazy awesome, Jennifer!!! @tishrich would love this! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @tishrich
  • supervxn Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    What's your theme? #tlap
    In reply to @japhillips0722, @TechieTeachOtt
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Gutsy... but all for the kids! Love it. #tlap
    In reply to @GSmit4Character
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: I love telling stories or starting a story and having the Ss finish it. Gives them a voice in class and empowers them. #tlap
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: whisper we are going to do something so fantastic tomorrow, don't let anyone know that something big is happening tomorrow... #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Thx, Melanie! #tlap #nkcchat
    In reply to @gvtechteach
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Now I have a reason to get the Katy Perry LEFT SHARK costume!!! #tlap
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Superhero theme in class. Posters, props, action figures, and endless collection of super apparel make it fun. #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A3: Wrapped up new incentive for Ss to earn VIP status & left it wrapped in the front of the room all day while Ss predicted contents! #tlap
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: I use stories a lot...I try to teach social studies through experiences rather than textbooks. Has to create suspense and interest #tlap
  • EstelaH143 Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A3: Parents fill out survey about kinder's interests. Use it 2 create word problems or writing prompts (pokemon, minecraft, etc). #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • SaraKiffe Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: We tell stories about highs in life and lows. Lows can be an embarrassing story-which I always share. #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: I plan on utilizing props and giving students the chance to utilize manipulatives. Utilize discovery learning. #tlap
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Storytelling dice? Can you tell me more? #tlap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @lynzhite
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Saturday, Aug. 19th --> You could celebrate on Friday when Ss are in school or have them send in photos on that day & post to FB! #tlap
    In reply to @mandyeellis
  • ushistorymarket Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    #TLAP ^^^^^^ Need a Twitter Edit button!
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5 I am thinking the taboo hook, especially for my upper elementary. They love feeling slightly devious and sneaky. #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4 Jurassic Park (the old tech brought back to life & driving drones in the hall when I can: props to get kids talking what's possible #tlap
  • AlexisMeschi Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I'm HUGE into the storytelling. Again- fosters connection and lets them know I'm HUMAN! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    #TLAP
    In reply to @ushistorymarket, @Renard_Teach
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Toying with the theme of "Innovation" this year. Need some way to hook them, maybe an invention marathon #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: story teller, each class, I come in as a different person on the subject we learning, I have a Back to the Future piece ready. #tlap
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: I love dressing up; wore this penguin outfit for Papa John's pizza delivery night but I might have to use it as a #BtS hook! #tlap
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: As AP I'm already scheduled to go talk to 5th grade class about where reading has taken me. There will be storytelling! #tlap
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    #tlap Reconnecting w/ my passion for childrens lit & read aloud. Ts sharing their fav books. Will deliver & read to a new class. Can't wait
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Most definitely! Would love to see all of the Ss in the world using #BookSnaps! Please do. And I'm just a DM away if you have ?s. #tlap
    In reply to @sngrade4
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Howdy CO #TLAP
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Yes!Need 2 know more!Would love 2 have our Ss spend the 1st day doing team building &trying 2 save me from something! Must know more! #tlap
    In reply to @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @burgessdave, @JVRoadrunners
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5b: stories are a big thing for me, voices, singing... I go all in with Ss #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I love that idea Barbara! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • GSmit4Character Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: Vicarious experiences of stories read, told or viewed is one of the best tools to intentionally teach character #TLAP
  • jlpuuri Aug 7 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5:Whether it connects to a lesson or something that happened the weekend- I'm always telling my kids stories. It engages their minds. #tlap
  • 21stStacy Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Our media specialist @OZunbound does an author podcast series bt Ss & visiting authors: https://t.co/uPGUhcFh6Z #tlap
    In reply to @DonWettrick, @OZunbound
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5 Stories! (Pictures) I taught a ton of SS this year based off pictures I took on a day trip to Philadelphia. Ss were mesmerized! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    YahBABY!! Let's do this thing! #tlap
    In reply to @tkirkton, @goshenprincipal, @marcihusek, @hicksz06
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Playing off of #dnd themes. Ss will create a character from a DnD class/race and play the character all year through out adventuring. #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn, @japhillips0722
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: My Ss like to play a game of charades when we review classroom expectations. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    https://t.co/JYD2RlJdQx :) Or you could make your own game, but these are fun! #tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst, @lynzhite
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    https://t.co/ygqcK0yvCf #tlap
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    we need this!! #nkcchat #tlap
    In reply to @MissNikkiIn5th
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Taboo: when I teach relative dating ...of rocks #tlap
  • Renard_Teach Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5 Had an area and perimeter activity around Juanita Exploda a lunch lady who experiments with ghost chili's causing kids to combust #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5: @burgessdave, your taboo hook is still my favorite. Haven't figured out how to beat the Victoria's Secret yet. 😜 #tlap
  • ChrisQuinn64 Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    This is the 'name of the game' here in our Kindergarten classes in Ontario...play-based/inquiry-based! #tlap @Hondushannon 😊😄😄
    • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Will have boxes on each table with different centers to explore and figure out. No instructions, just have fun. A4 #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Dan--you + me = siblings! I'm sure of it! #tlap
    In reply to @thezenteacher, @KarlyMoura, @teacherinchucks, @JoyKirr, @PintoBeanz11, @hartel30, @drmcclard, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller, @burgess_shelley, @alicekeeler, @CoriOrlando1, @BClarksonTX, @BethHouf, @bethhill2829, @burgessdave, @aaron_hogan
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    How do they earn VIP status? #tlap
    In reply to @StacyJFarmer
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Yes they do!! And I love telling them! Works out great! #tlap
    In reply to @MrCharlesMartin
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Oh! Must. Know. More. #tlap #GoodHook
    In reply to @GlastetterSci
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    I have to build it first. Essentially they will explore important themes &concepts for the year in the lab through a digital breakout #tlap
    In reply to @supervxn
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: I always use story telling. & it usually revolves around my dogs. My S's love hearing about the situations these two get into #tlap
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: LOVE storytelling! 1st Graders can make EVERYTHING sound amazing and exciting! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Join today!!! It's worth it. FEEEEEL the love?! #tlap
    In reply to @thezenteacher, @KarlyMoura, @teacherinchucks, @JoyKirr, @PintoBeanz11, @hartel30, @drmcclard, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller, @burgess_shelley, @alicekeeler, @CoriOrlando1, @BClarksonTX, @BethHouf, @bethhill2829, @burgessdave, @aaron_hogan
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Have Ss write about art, make music through GarageBand (if technology is available), act out scenes from a novel, etc. @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @Ron_Martiello, @alytormala
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    #tlap Excited to say, "This is Mrs. xXX's favorite book and your class gets to keep it!"
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • AnnickRauch Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: stories, stories and more stories! Everything is more fun through stories!! #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A3: @aaron_hogan mentioned taking selfies in his book. This helps form those positive relationships with students. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Very hard to bear a great story! And animals...yeah! #tlap #Doublewhammy
    In reply to @jessica_reddout
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    That. Sounds. Awesome! #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05, @supervxn
  • nathan_stevens Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    That is always fun #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    My class timed fidget spinner spins, calculated average & range, recorded data, watched @brainpop on force and more. #tlap
    In reply to @NA_Dellsey, @burgessdave, @MathDenisNJ, @brainpop
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Made bags w/ random stuff in them, tied them & I passed them out to half the Ss & "do not open" the other Ss about had a fit! #tlap
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: Love mystery bag and teaser hooks to start a buzz. Hide something or lay it out and then tell your story before revealing #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q6: How about a contest? Cook hook? Little bit of magic or something amazing? Some cool memory or learning hack like a mnemonic? #tlap
  • JayBilly2 Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4: Since I'm just checking in, don't forget abt this frm @BethHouf and many others : https://t.co/JqP7CtY5FC #tlap https://t.co/WuLeCBN8xh
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    What does the mystery skype entail? #tlap
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5: Stories...they connect people. That's it :) #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I use @ClassDojo & any student that has an 85% or higher any day during the week, gets their name put into a drawing! #tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst, @ClassDojo
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5: Storytelling helps my students relate to other experiences and turn the lens on themselves. #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    For me it is #tlap
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • JudiHolst Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Thank you. I think the #tlap chat costs me money every time.
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @lynzhite
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Awesome, Aangie! Great to see you here by the way! #tlap
    In reply to @wonder2wisdom
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    The more we keep them wondering, the more they engage to find out what crazy thing we will do next! #tlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Yea who knew Ts could be hip and cool?! #tlap
    In reply to @Simo845
  • GeorgeHistory Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    So many great responses, but I can't find any Qs! Please help! #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Hello. My name is Susan, and I am a preservice teacher. Sorry for jumping in late. #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    I know what you mean girl, I know what you mean! :( :) #Tlap
    In reply to @JudiHolst, @lynzhite
  • nathan_stevens Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Buy 12 copies of Brian's book #TLAP
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    welcome! #tlap
    In reply to @MsJachymiak
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    When you join #DBCBookFaceClub --it will known 🌎wide --we are siblings! 😜☠️#tlap
    In reply to @thezenteacher, @KarlyMoura, @teacherinchucks, @JoyKirr, @PintoBeanz11, @hartel30, @drmcclard, @SEANJFAHEY, @jmattmiller, @burgess_shelley, @alicekeeler, @CoriOrlando1, @BClarksonTX, @BethHouf, @bethhill2829, @burgessdave, @aaron_hogan
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Jump in! #tlap
    In reply to @MsJachymiak
  • lynzhite Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5 @Stella_Pollard and I are thinking of using a moth radio hour story from a teen their age to teach active listening! #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: I love to tell stories that involve my puppy #Bacher #maltipoo #dogsoftwitter #tlap #pilgrimpuppy
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    All coming from my account, Tyler. If you are on Tweetdeck you can actually open up a column for me and find them easily. #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Welcome, Susan! #tlap
    In reply to @MsJachymiak
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A friend said they are planning a Food Truck competition at their HS kitchens after grocery shopping together. How FUN would that be? #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Brian...you have a book... what's the link? #tlap
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • MrDsengclasss Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    #tlap After reviewing what everyone else is doing, I need to step up my game.
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing this again #tlap
    In reply to @JayBilly2, @BethHouf
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Dave, I have AF on my wall under the pics of Authors of Fiction. 8th Ss don't say much, but my Honors Ss ? AF. We talk authors. #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6: honestly, feeling like themed #gamification this yr will keep them coming back for more 🤞 #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Hi, Susan!! So glad you joined us! #tlap
    In reply to @MsJachymiak
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Fastest way to catch up is probably look at @burgessdave feed. I can't type quickly enough to catch you up! #tlap
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory, @burgessdave
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Check the Microsoft Educator Community for Skype and other resources. #tlap
    • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:40 PM EDT
      You can do it I know there are several resources
      In reply to @drmcclard, @LemarrTreadwell
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Storytelling --> give Ss a prop from my costume box, they find peers to join their story & create characters & plot based on prop! #tlap
  • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Can also search directly (Q1 #tlap)
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Thanks! I am brand new to #gamification, so we will see how it goes! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @supervxn, @japhillips0722
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Wow! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @wonder2wisdom, @vwilliford_JVES, @drjonesie17, @JVRoadrunners
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Well, anytime you talk abt art you always start to touch on taboo! #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    THAT IS AWESOME! It's like "Chef"! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @burgessdave
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 just seeing a totally different looking space, that some of them designed last year will be a good start #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    If you want more info on comics in the classroom, check out https://t.co/DlJiUZCv4j for my lessons - I present at comic cons! #TLAP
    In reply to @ushistorymarket, @Renard_Teach
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: I use mnemonic devices to help my students learn French grammar. Makes learning fun and meaningful. #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: contests are a great way to get students in the library that aren't normally interested #tlap also interesting programming is vital
  • ericsandow Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 Review class culture expectations.. for each correct answer.. students get to add an ingredient to our class smoothie. #snacktime #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6 learning some great ways to #Gamification from #xplap on Tuesday nights. That is going to be my hook this year. #tlap
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: use master chef style challenges in culinary for XPS & going to use design challenges project runway style. #tlap
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5 Storytelling a few favs are dihydrogen monoxide and Archimedes taking a bath (running naked through the streets! Eureka!) #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Since I will be in a math classroom, I will utilize mnemonics to help students remember concepts. #tlap
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    There was a purpose! Even lots of standards, content, and #edtech #tlap 😎👍🏻
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • CarrieAnnTripp Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: Totally using Bingo w/ prizes to kick off our building @PCMSD32 Twitter page tomorrow. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: How about a contest? Cook hook? Little bit of magic or something amazing? Some cool memory or learning hack like a mnemonic? #tlap
  • JohnWink90 Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    The 5 Prerequisites to Rigor https://t.co/EmTxPl9kOx #tlap #leadlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6- Back2School ClassCup comp gets Ss🔥up to come to class each day. 6th gr. Doesn't want to lose to 5th. 5th really wants to beat 6th #tlap
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: my fave in 4th grade is sending a bag home with Ss, they brought it back the next day and shared 3 things that represented them. #tlap
  • daleyscience Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6 Drawing a blank...looking for ideas. I know I'm in the right place #tlap
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5- I LOVE the story telling hook. Props and GreenScreen add to the fun! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    @tishrich does this; she's incredible! So AWESOME! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @burgessdave, @tishrich
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Kids run in for Globe Pumpkin Painting !! Time to find a pumpkin & transform it to a beautiful label Dee globe. #tlap
  • GSmit4Character Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Visuals matter – a lot. If Ss hear information likely to remember about 10% of info 3 days later Add a pic & recall soars to 65% #TLAP
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    This would unfold in such a beautiful way! Completely in awe right now! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    My 6th grade teacher did this and I still remember it to this day. She was a great storyteller and always left us hanging! #tlap
    In reply to @htrude07
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6b: we revealed the bags throughout the next day. Suspenseful and a challenge. #tlap
  • Renard_Teach Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    You'll do great. #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt, @MrsCford_tweets, @supervxn, @japhillips0722
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Secret Silent E has many jobs and we all sing, "Here I come to save the day!" #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: I have a lot of use with my comic pieces taking a page from #playlap because serious learning can be serious fun with #xplap. #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Stories are inspiring, they help kids identify with you&each other.Listening to so many teacher stories have been incredibly inspiring #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6 - I tied contest and food together. Ss got a point for every assignment plus bonus assignments. Most points won brownies! #tlap
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: We our using this with staff this year! Teams are happening and games and challenges are on! Ready to build the culture! #tlap
  • ushistorymarket Aug 7 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6 Love having class contests. They love a good competition! Even if it is for a jolly rancher! #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: How about a contest? Cook hook? Little bit of magic or something amazing? Some cool memory or learning hack like a mnemonic? #tlap
  • EstelaH143 Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A4: PUPPETS! Polly the Parrot speaks English, Enrique the Elephant speaks Spanish. Kinders take more lang. risks 4 them than with me! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    I love this, it creates their space! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    My former school did that. Was amazing. #tlap
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Hey!! I sure you have connected with @tishrich You two could share amazing culinary ideas. #tlap
    In reply to @rice_julie, @tishrich
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: S's always get excited when I randomly choose names on the first day to receive school swag. #tlap
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: love scavenger hunts in the classroom. Thinking about adding goose chase to make it a contest! #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Look for the preorder of Will McGill and the Costume Calamity too #tlap !
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    I agree. Helps w "I'm not the only one..." #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6 I type up new Common Core "policy"for Ss to sign. They all will get the same grade of the class average. Use to teach socialism #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: As a student, mnemonic devices always helped me remember content. I loved using songs. #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A6: the magic of Perspective, magic of color mixing! #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Good old dihydrogen monoxide. You have to watch out for that one! #tlap
    In reply to @alampe9078
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5 My simple back to school plan- just three major elements. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Great idea!! #tlap #PuppetPower
    In reply to @EstelaH143
  • BarbaraGruener Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6b: I also think an Escape room would be AmAzInG! @Cre8iveCharEd is doing one at her school; her Ss helped write the clues! #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    https://t.co/KAaDDfoycB this is it @CoriOrlando1 #TLAP
    • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      Brian...you have a book... what's the link? #tlap
      In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6: Contests are always a win for Kinders. They’ll do just about anything for a golden ticket! #tlap
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    No but Ss did calculate averages & ranges, rounded/added/subtracted/ decimals, and learned about forces. #tlap
    In reply to @NA_Dellsey, @MathDenisNJ, @burgessdave
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    a6: Having Ss be active learners instead of listening to *another* lecture! #tlap
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    The class will erupt and I go along for an entire period - straight face. Ss never completely trust me again - and that's good! #tlap
  • LauraGilchrist4 Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    .@burgessdave will get you EXCITED to PLAN for your amazin KIDS! #ksedchat #turner202strong #tlap Make Learning an EXPERIENCE!
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      Q5: Oh! Some of my favorites! Storytelling, Mystery bag, taboo, Mime (silence), teaser (pre-heating grill!)...How can we use them? #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Thanks, pal! #tlap :)
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6: Munchies are always good. Let's party the first day too...not just the last!! First day celebration ideas??! #cutechef 💗😍 #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Thanks! I hope so! I feel like I am diving in before I am fully prepared, but sometimes the best adventures start that way! #tlap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @MrsCford_tweets, @supervxn, @japhillips0722
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A?? don't know where to fit this in, but does anybody have 30 Nintento Switches to start the first week of school? #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    None of us is alone #TLAP
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6: this is where I want to work on this year! Contests are key! #tlap
  • gvtechteach Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    best gif 😂😁 #tlap
    In reply to @Artguy76
  • GeorgeHistory Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6: The Game of Thrones! Inter-hour competition on who will represent their house to compete for the Iron Throne at semester! #TLAP
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Shawna from AZ!!!! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    https://t.co/U1RKutQivA #tlap Should I send out this pic to my staff as a hook for our first staff meeting? This principal likes to bake!
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    BUT Ss need to know this. It's important! #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Good luck to us both! Thank goodness there are so many awesome #gamification folks here on Twitter, right? #tlap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @supervxn, @japhillips0722
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Great lessons with fidget spinners! #hcpspln #mathchat #tlap
    • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      My class timed fidget spinner spins, calculated average & range, recorded data, watched @brainpop on force and more. #tlap
      In reply to @NA_Dellsey, @burgessdave, @MathDenisNJ, @brainpop
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Oh. Wow. #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    I love turning anything into a competition--even if you win nothing but bragging rights. 😜 #tlap #DBCBookFaceClub ☠️📚💥
    In reply to @ushistorymarket
  • crystaslaughter Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6: Always at one point the first week, cook or make a food with the Ss. Bonding over food! #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6: One of my phrases "It's not a competition, but it were you better try to win!" Ss know I'm always wanting them to be their best #tlap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 Call out for Library Technicians. Empowering title for much needed volunteers. #tlap
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6: My Ss love Kahoot. Sometimes we'd play b4learning. Groups would get part of a topic teach it to the rest of the Ss & play again. #tlap
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 Using #STEM challenges to introduce engineering design process and build collaboration skills #tlap
  • MindMyEdu Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A5: Teaser preview ~ lay out a bunch of the year's learning goals. Let Ss preview & map a story w/ text + visual mnemonic around them #tlap
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6 Contest hook! We have a 5th Grade Challenge, monthly. First one starts the first week. Ss never want to miss challenge day! #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6: Having Ss take ownership of their learning by branding their teams in our gamification class. #TLAP
  • mr_jarquin Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Take Ss to the library and teach them how to find both physical and e-books. Make sure they know how to check out books. @alytormala #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @alytormala
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Barely made it! Just in the nick of time or...plank walk for Shawna! #tlap
    In reply to @Hudsonwife16
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Thanks for asking. If you have #svtchat teachers that want to talk to the author, you know a guy... #TLAP
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Back my computer just ran out of power #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Q7: Commit!! Which hook will definitely add to your back to school? #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    So much more effective for connecting with students than confiscating all their fidget spinners! You rock! #tlap
    In reply to @sdtitmas, @NA_Dellsey, @burgessdave, @MathDenisNJ, @brainpop
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A6: Ss submit ?s for @GetKahoot review for expectations/unique things in our room! Teams compete to see who knows the classroom BEST! #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Yes... #tlap
    In reply to @wonder2wisdom
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    LOVE when Ts use this as learning tool, not just assessment. What about Ss creating Kahoots? #tlap
    In reply to @abrown0712
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A1: We do move it Mondays and I do brain breaks throughout the day. Not a lot of outside right now. I'm in AZ its still too hot #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • averyteach Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    It would hook me!!! #tlap 😝😜
    In reply to @wonder2wisdom
  • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A5: This yr instead of bus trainings with ind. classes, I'm riding the buses...I'm thinking the teaser hook will get them excited! #tlap
  • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A6 Food is always a hit.We read awesome books all week and have a snack for each. At end of week we mix all snacks for friendship mix😀 #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Try making eclipse viewers (safety first!) with shoeboxes and a pin/needle. (Search up NASA for instructions) #tlap
    • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      A6 Using #STEM challenges to introduce engineering design process and build collaboration skills #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Hi Jamie. Check out: https://t.co/vFmjQHdHlu for more details. #tlap
    • MrsJSweeney Aug 7 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      What does the mystery skype entail? #tlap
      In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A6 we do code breaking when learning about WWIn- all five of my classes compete for fastest time #tlap
  • MrsBovasClass Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    #tlap Q6: Read-A-Thon! Kids compete against each other and as a class to earn a certain number of books in a week!
  • nick_schumacher Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4. Let the kids use the props... Ss answer Qs in class using a different persona...ex. math problem with an Aussie accent. #tlap
    • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      Q4: Costumes, props, mystery bags, props...all tools of an edu-pirate. what are your ideas for incorporating any of these hooks? #tlap
  • EstelaH143 Aug 7 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A5: storytelling is my fav! Dim lights, change voices for characters (I really get into this... maybe overdo it, but can't help it) #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I know a few :) #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • brandee_brandt Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A4: still working on this years! But, playing off last years Pokémon craze, I was Picachu and we began hunting! #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6 How does your campus say, "Welcome Back"? #tlap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Everytime I see this, my heart gets happy. #TLAP
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • GeorgeHistory Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: So many! Competition, props, and costumes for sure! #tlap
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2: I am a thespian so I bring my drama experience in everyday!! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    No such thing as overdoing this! Bring it! #tlap
    In reply to @EstelaH143
  • Ron_Martiello Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6: Gamifiying Math Lessons. Watching @mrmatera vlogs. Have my theme, badges, & boss monsters. Can't wait to see Ss level up in Math. #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I love how involved you make your Ss in the learning process, b/c the map to their learning should not be a secret! You're awesome! #tlap
    In reply to @MindMyEdu
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Maybe said author should come back and join our #SVTChat :) #tlap
    In reply to @btcostello05
  • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6 my Ss are taking a personality test at https://t.co/okKIXOaW2V then writing their strengths/weaknesses and sitting w/ similar kids #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Feel free to try this out https://t.co/8QuAmrDEW6 #tlap
    In reply to @historycomics
  • RACzyz Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: Definitely the Costume Hook! I'm thinking Black Beard... #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Amplify Ss Voice & Choice with @flipgrid @sway #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: I will utilize the storytelling hook and get students immersed in mathematics. #tlap
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Random fun fact! My grandfather was a code breaker in the war! Not that you asked... but it made me smile to think of him. :) #tlap
    In reply to @historycomics
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: much Picasso going on this year and movement and play #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    a7: music is the gimme for me - will be using the teaser hook for getting them into my gamified classroom #tlap
  • btcostello05 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Once I start getting home from work before it's over #svtchat #tlap
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A3: Interview your Ss the first week to really find out what you should bring in. Tap into their interests #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    LOVE IT! Kudos. #tlap
    In reply to @GlastetterSci, @abrown0712
  • historycomics Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6 district wide contest on history superheroes -winners get to 3-D print their action figure! Admin included! #tlap https://t.co/xXqATfE2jj
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I would like to dress up like a teacher in the 1850s but not sure I will have he costume ready #tlap
  • WhaleySchool Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    The backwards hook! #tlap sorry in late, just caught this!
  • brandee_brandt Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6: as simple as rock, paper, scissors olympics! Ss love it!#tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Thanks so much for joining the #tlap conversation tonight! I want my kids in your classes! Please join us each Monday at 8CST. #gratitude
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: I will ask my advisees to name & play their theme songs. I may have to use theme from tv show "Greatest American Hero" for me #tlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6: Contests always work w/HS Ss, as does food. Have lessons involving food for this year, & some that are contests w/food & drink.. #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Should be interesting to see how that plays out! Let us know! #tlap
    In reply to @MrsSheller
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: costumes and props seem fun! #tlap
  • GlastetterSci Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Another teaser: when we are learning where our safety equip. Is in the classroom, I tell them we are going on our first field trip! #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Burgess, you are welcome anytime! #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @btcostello05
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: Life Changing Hook. #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Ms. Jachymiak shares relevancy & relationship building here. #tlap
    • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:51 PM EDT
      A7: I will utilize the storytelling hook and get students immersed in mathematics. #tlap
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Well that just makes my heart happy! <3 #tlap
    In reply to @Hondushannon
  • artFling Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Darn, meant to b here and got distracted. Hi. #tlap
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6: Ss have one class period to develop a meme to represent the school in a positive way. Class votes for Meme to represent the hour. #tlap
  • MeshaDaniel Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Ok...Katy Perry Left Shark costume it is! That one I will definitely try this year! #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Hey #tlap thanks for the amazing chat tonight! Also, join #K12ArtChat this Thurs. w/@epesART set up for creative minds from Day1.
  • acottos Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: movement...suspense...anything that captures the minds and interests of Ss! It's all for their best experience! That's what I do! #tlap
  • alampe9078 Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6 Safety photo scavenger hunt of the lab and emergency drills. Then, I know they are aware routes and where safety stations are. #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Indeed. They love them. On my "resources" tab you can find lots of #BookSnaps links & Ss examples. #tlap https://t.co/DD7cka1coC
    In reply to @sngrade4
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7 I will go ahead and walk the plank for the costume hook. Thinking of channeling Gandalf to kick off our #gamification adventure. #tlap
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Found this image. #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Welcome Back!!!! #tlap
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    It's ok - I'm lurking, too! #bettertogether #tlap
    In reply to @drmcclard
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    That's what we want, right? Ss excited to cont. learning outside of our 4 walls! #tlap
    In reply to @abrown0712
  • CoraBoucher Aug 7 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7- Dance & Drama Hook! Costumes! #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: mystery bag #tlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7) #techhook. Use a set of 4 maps (Google MyMaps) as an icebreaker AND science puzzle #mysteryhook #tlap
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A4: With my movie theme I have them do hand prints in white paint with a star like the Hollywood walk of fame #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • brandee_brandt Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5: already planned an awesome escape room to get my Ss pumped to come back for more!! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    HAHA!! Love the GIF for the hook. You are one winner! Choose any one book or shirt you want and DM me info and address to send #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger
  • Renard_Teach Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7 World building in my gamified Science class. So story telling will be big. Loads of different hooks in Math. #tlap
  • nick_schumacher Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7. Welcome back photo/selfie booth. I love this idea! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Love that one #TLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • MrsSheller Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Made our own using GAFE w directions! @RickLapi is our tech coach and he came up with it! It was fantastic and took about 45 mins! #tlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @RickLapi
  • StefaniePitzer Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Contest & Kinesthetic Hook: Ts split up play rock paper scissors. If win challenge another T, if don't follow winner & cheer on #tlap
  • jessica_reddout Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: mystery bag hook & involved audience hook will definitely be used often in my class #tlap
  • PapaBacher Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great chat! #Tlap I'm ready to hook my students with excitement!
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • EstelaH143 Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A6: Jeopardy Game Show- Kinder style. Whole class against me for points. Shows me what they know and creates teamwork n collaboration #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • MsJachymiak Aug 7 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    @burgessdave Thank you for an amazing chat! #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: oh and costumes! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    One of my favs! Winner! DM me a book choice or shirt choice and address #tlap
    In reply to @bakerhhhs
  • wonder2wisdom Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    For staff we did a few at each staff meeting to start. Great get to know you because people pick unique things others won't guess. #tlap
    In reply to @crystaslaughter
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Burgess is a sucker for GIFs #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @sarakiplinger
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Heck to the yah! Love me any excuse to dance! #tlap
    In reply to @CLewis4ed, @ushistorymarket
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A6 a little cooking-mix well. Empathy . Energy. Exhilaration! Ss don't rise to low expectations👩🏻‍🍳#tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Thanks for being here, Austin! #tlap
    In reply to @PapaBacher
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Why is reflection so important for Educators? Join us this month for #reflect31 Day 7: doing w/ what you have. #tlap https://t.co/OlWo5l2XdO
  • Hondushannon Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7 Henkes is king for me. Love sharing this story and how we support each other's differences. #uniquegifts #WeAreATeam #tlap
  • htrude07 Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: The Costume Hook #tlap
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5: I love storytelling and bringing things to life. It doesn't have to just be on paper, Make it come out of the paper #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: Food/cooking is the only one I have yet to add, so food it is. Bummer, right? 😄😄 #tlap
  • nick_schumacher Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Something your Ss will always remember! #tlap
    In reply to @TechieTeachOtt
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7: Walk the plank...use the Safari Hook and get aspiring educators to truly walk the plank. :-) #tlap
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    ITS drama geeks unite! #tlap
    In reply to @Hudsonwife16
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    May need this on 1st day too #tlap
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    I dress up as Captain Kirk and use the Star Trek music in PPTs. #tlap
  • bakerhhhs Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    YES! I won! I won! I won! YES!!! Thanks @burgessdave! #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    That is great for Ss to do, as well AND explain why they chose that GIF. #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger, @burgessdave
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Wish you could have come to the #tlap program today, Lance!
    In reply to @drmcclard
  • rice_julie Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7: the student director hook!! Really want my classes to be student centered!! #tlap
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Fun!! #tlap
    In reply to @brandee_brandt
  • Hudsonwife16 Aug 7 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A6: I want to do Try something new Tuesday. Where they try something new not just food. Keep them guessing what it is going to be #Tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • CLewis4ed Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7: How to choose when there are so many & my @TweetDeck has exploded? 2 I will use for sure are Ss created song playlist & play-doh #tlap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Walking the plank or diving in? That is the question or is the answer 42? #tlap
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7- def gunna bust out the teaser hook! Maybe a mystery box?! #tlap
  • kiddielitprof Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Good night al! ✌🏼 #tlap
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7 Costume hook for sure! #tlap
  • woodard_julie Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A6 Ss design the posters for our classroom in a design contest. They teach & illustrate guaranteed vocab. Winners are posterized. #tlap
  • Artguy76 Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Check out @DrewDaywalt reminds me of his Rock/Paper/Scissors Love it! #tlap #K12ArtChat
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @DrewDaywalt
  • MrDsengclasss Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7: Depending on who shows up, I will show pictures of a young Mr. D who struggled through high school. Reassure parents, I am here. #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • tamaraletter Aug 7 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    @gcouros did this with our district leaders' PD and it was SO engaging! A great activity for sure! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @gcouros
  • StacyJFarmer Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: Continue developing my Costume Hooks! #tlap
  • mrs_littlefield Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: costumes and props! #tlap
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    thanks for a great chat, #tlap! have an amazing week!
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Wow!! So many great ideas!! If you didn't get a new idea to add to your opening week repertoire...plank walk. Such an inspiring crew. #tlap
  • mjjohnson1216 Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    #tlap - hope you will continue and jump into #BookCampPD that follows at 10PM EST w/ our guest author @PaulSolarz of Learn Like a Pirate!
  • abrown0712 Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: Mystery bag/box. #tlap
  • brandee_brandt Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7: a little spin on mystery hook... balloons and streamers lead the way into "our" room!! #tlap
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    And lastly, some of this #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I'm doing this one!!! Love it to pieces! I won one time! #tlap
    In reply to @StefaniePitzer
  • sdtitmas Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    This is really just a way of engaging students and teaching the content rather than teach it from a textbook. #tlap
    In reply to @NA_Dellsey, @TechieTeachOtt, @burgessdave, @MathDenisNJ, @brainpop
  • burgessdave - Moderator Aug 7 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    OMG! Love it! #tlap
    In reply to @htrude07
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    So cute, Sarah!!! Love it! #tlap
    In reply to @mrs_littlefield
  • SciTeach7Davis Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    GREAT idea! My 7th grade school pic is classic! I held a stuffed animal in my 6th grade photo. #priceless #tlap
    In reply to @MrDsengclasss, @burgessdave
  • MindMyEdu Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A7: Make a CoreAtlas.io learning goal map - tried it w/ summer Cog Neuroscience class=Ss loved it! #Hattie #PBL #tlap DM MME 2 try 4 free :)
  • skeeTX Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Always a great chat! Thx, all! #tlap
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Oooh have everyone come up with their "walk up" song! LOVE this. #tlap
    • nick_schumacher Aug 7 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      A2 Before inservice, encourage staff to find a song that they feel best represents their style. during inservice play for all to guess #TLAP
  • alison_wilkey Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    I will be a risk taker! I will show myself and my Ss that making mistakes is okay! In fact, it's how we grow! #HSGEdChatTN #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Awesome!! #tlap
    In reply to @htrude07
  • GambillJulie Aug 7 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A7: The Mystery Bag, maybe Poe, maybe Frost, Hughes, etc. We ❤️❤️our authors of fiction! What's in the bag Gam-Gam? Words just words! #tlap
  • sarakiplinger Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    i've thought about this many times while watching baseball...so hard to choose! #TLAP
    In reply to @CoriOrlando1
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A7: I want to dive in and use them all!!!! Go big or go home.Oh, there will be costumes, storytelling engagement for all! So excited. #tlap
  • TracyMailloux Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    One of the best movies ever! #tlap
    In reply to @skeeTX
  • LemarrTreadwell Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thank you #tlap for a great way to start the week. Thank you, Dave for moderating you CHRUSHED IT
  • TechieTeachOtt Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    So, #tlap was ridiculous (in the best way) tonight. Hundreds and hundreds of notifications coming across my screen and so many ideas!
  • BusEd11 Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    So many awesome ideas tonight, my brain is exhausted! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Great chat off to #xplap #tlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Cool idea! I love anything to do with music! #tlap
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • TeacherRunner42 Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    introduced this to my 16 year old this week. LOVED it :) #tlap
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @skeeTX
  • Mr_Bussiere Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thanks to everyone for making #tlap an inspiring chat tonight! Have a great week all !! :)
  • SteinbrinkLaura Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Lance wasn't there? What? #tlap
    In reply to @burgessdave, @drmcclard
  • CoriOrlando1 Aug 7 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    It would cause Ss (& adult learners) to REALLY think it through. #tlap
    In reply to @sarakiplinger