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PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #PCeduchat! Tonight we are discussing Play VS. Learning in the classroom! Pls share ur name, role, locat… https://t.co/j1xh8OrAEo

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome friends!! We're an online #crowdfunding fundraiser platform for ANY edu need PreK-12. Anyone can raise :-) Tnx 4 joining! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Don't forget to use the Q/A format & include the hashtag #PCeduchat so that everyone can follow along & participate!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:03 PM EDT

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teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Sorry -what is the link again?! We so use game based learning in my classroom! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:05 PM EDT

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PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@MrSmall215 @teaching_power @KC_SEASportsFan @nyctechmommy @VeliaViola1 @bethlynn816 Would <3 2 have ya'll back 4 #PCeduchat happening now:)

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:07 PM EDT

https://t.co/S0H8MqOdVj - We were hoping you'd join in tonight :-) You're a rockstar! #PCeduchat https://t.co/0ac1j7DYzc

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Sorry -what is the link again?! We so use game based learning in my classroom! #PCeduchat

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Mark G, 5th Grade T, from NJ, love playing digital and analog games w/ Ss and friends #PCeduchat

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:08 PM EDT

My first thoughts on play vs learning is that they really don't compete with each other rather compliment each other. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Thanks 4 joining mark! What's your fav game? Either w/ kiddos or ur friends :) #PCeduchat https://t.co/ABC4leSXfG

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Mark G, 5th Grade T, from NJ, love playing digital and analog games w/ Ss and friends #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan no problemo! #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Evening!! Aspiring teacher that lives in Missouri!! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Julie , 2nd grade teacher, near Chicago #PCeduchat

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Big fan of #MinecraftEDU and Ultimate Werewolf w/ Ss and Great Dalmuti and Dominion w/ friends #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

BINGO! We were hoping this would come up :-) Thanks for joining in, BTW! #PCeduchat https://t.co/sD85lqDxML

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:08 PM EDT

My first thoughts on play vs learning is that they really don't compete with each other rather compliment each other. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: What role does "play" have in an early childhood classroom? #PCeduchat https://t.co/3G35sHdvPu

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#MincraftEDU is amazing. So many opportunities across all subject areas. Have played Dominion! #PCeduchat https://t.co/divPvM3lzz

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Big fan of #MinecraftEDU and Ultimate Werewolf w/ Ss and Great Dalmuti and Dominion w/ friends #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:11 PM EDT

p.s. to Q1 - we're not going to only talk early childhood tonight! Just a starting point! :) #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 Play inspires engagement and it a great hook for those that don't respond traditionally. We love Prodigy and Sumdog. #PCeduchat

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Play introduces a number of character building skills that are essential later on in life. #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Play is central to early childhood, it is how they learn naturally and best, so it should be prominent in instruction. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Definitely gets Ss engaged. Also, there's a fantastic #SEL component! Those are great tools, too! #PCeduchat https://t.co/Sc5WnKTqHn

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 Play inspires engagement and it a great hook for those that don't respond traditionally. We love Prodigy and Sumdog. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Definitely- opportunities for #SEL are integrated! What types of play do you see in your district? #PCeduchat https://t.co/Fmzotdwm4H

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Play introduces a number of character building skills that are essential later on in life. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Love that word prominent here. It's really a vital component for early childhood! #PCeduchat https://t.co/Nsd1Bjt66Q

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Play is central to early childhood, it is how they learn naturally and best, so it should be prominent in instruction. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games Also, thank you for popping in! Happy to see a new "face" here :) #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Thank you. :) #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:15 PM EDT

To expand a bit - would love to hear some more examples of how u implement play/ or implementation that you've seen! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:15 PM EDT

They continue this game based learning at home! Parents share how they are doing @Prodigy or @Sumdog rather than pure games! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:16 PM EDT

That's a really great feature 4 #GBL 2 have.. when it can be carried over 2 home, & families can join in! #PCeduchat https://t.co/Y7oHqSPf0m

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:15 PM EDT

They continue this game based learning at home! Parents share how they are doing @Prodigy or @Sumdog rather than pure games! #PCeduchat

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: Naturally when you allow s's to own the learning they will often integrate play - especially at lower grade levels. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games So you teach K-5? You're a busy man! What type of classroom? #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I feel young Ss would lose interest if you took the "play" element out of it!! Then they won't be interested in learning anything #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@PledgeCents I'm the school occupational therapist, so I work with students in all grades. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1 What I have also found is that some S who do not excel in reg. academics excel in these programs and other S look up to them.! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Good point. For example, young Ss learning about different occupations, & then reenacting it in play! #PCeduchat https://t.co/i7SAHOk0ZE

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1: Naturally when you allow s's to own the learning they will often integrate play - especially at lower grade levels. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q2: How much structure should teachers provide for students during "play"? #PCeduchat https://t.co/HpWzWowO0X

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:20 PM EDT

It's important to remember developmental appropriateness for sure. We must remember they are children. #PCeduchat https://t.co/eyypzP6k8C

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I feel young Ss would lose interest if you took the "play" element out of it!! Then they won't be interested in learning anything #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Very, very cool! What a neat perspective that you give us tonight! This is a great topic 4 you! #PCeduchat https://t.co/1rwxV6vgRe

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@PledgeCents I'm the school occupational therapist, so I work with students in all grades. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Yes :-) That's another thing... it gives some Ss the opp to shine when they normally wouldn't. Love it. #PCeduchat https://t.co/pBhQYtbKuR

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1 What I have also found is that some S who do not excel in reg. academics excel in these programs and other S look up to them.! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@PledgeCents OT's have always believed play IS the occupation of children. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q2 I give assignments, but do give exploration time. I would love PD on an approp. balance! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games It's a vital component of learning across all content areas. It encompasses so much! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Exploration, especially in beginning, is vital! <3 the idea of PD on it. Have u had anything like it b4? #PCeduchat https://t.co/Ivyu164TX4

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Q2 I give assignments, but do give exploration time. I would love PD on an approp. balance! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: As long as the play is purposeful, none! If T sets up right, the rest usually takes care of itself. #PCeduchat

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I'd say more important to be a guide and ref. Let kids innovate, collaborate, and communicate. They will surprise you. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:25 PM EDT

So setting it up correctly includes discussing basic ground rules, right? We agree w. your thought! #PCeduchat https://t.co/WxtDM4gNSp

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: As long as the play is purposeful, none! If T sets up right, the rest usually takes care of itself. #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Collaboration is so key in the classroom & administration!! #PCeduchat https://t.co/os02htSv3S

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I'd say more important to be a guide and ref. Let kids innovate, collaborate, and communicate. They will surprise you. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Yes! Our social media manager is a T, and taught 1st grade. She had "Smart Activities" every Friday! #PCeduchat https://t.co/e615CY3B6v

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I'd say more important to be a guide and ref. Let kids innovate, collaborate, and communicate. They will surprise you. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:27 PM EDT

This was where Ss came up w/ their projects, planned them out, & used Ts to assist. Ts let Ss guide. #PCeduchat https://t.co/e615CY3B6v

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I'd say more important to be a guide and ref. Let kids innovate, collaborate, and communicate. They will surprise you. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#PCeduchat Our upper admin do not like that I use these programs. I need to organize the evidence supporting it. :-D

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Yes, classroom and lesson rules are needed structure to ensure purposeful play. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:28 PM EDT

& after all of that is taken care of, Ss can be the guides! Ts can assist & help extend learning! #PCeduchat https://t.co/8nLkd1CUSv

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Yes, classroom and lesson rules are needed structure to ensure purposeful play. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@PledgeCents I signed up for summer district PD but it was canceled because only 3 signed up!! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:29 PM EDT

:-( You should have them come in to observe! Have them interact with your Ss, and SEE the learning. #PCeduchat https://t.co/1D1UjYbzXN

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#PCeduchat Our upper admin do not like that I use these programs. I need to organize the evidence supporting it. :-D

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A2: I'm a firm believer in least restrictive as necessary. Some Ss require a higher level of guidance/soc skills instruction #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q3: What are some constraints that teachers face when implementing "play" in their classrooms? #PCeduchat https://t.co/rjn7gLKq9K

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Supt_Jordan We have to let them have the reins! Ss are awesome... If we give them a time and a place to be! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A2: And in digital games, the game design itself structures the play. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:31 PM EDT

The LRE is ALWAYS something 2 keep in mind!But u r right in that it differs among Ss! #differentiation #PCeduchat https://t.co/ERW8i0xd5J

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A2: I'm a firm believer in least restrictive as necessary. Some Ss require a higher level of guidance/soc skills instruction #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@AGoTeach Also, thanks for popping in :-) Happy to have you! #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Balance. Ss need to be learning (SEL and content) and enjoying concurrently. The scale teeters in between! #PCeduchat

Supt_Jordan Oct 26 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Completely sorry. I need to cut out. I will look at the hashtag later. Thanks for the invite! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Absolutely! Digital games can be a great way to introduce more #GBL into learning. #PCeduchat https://t.co/JWBilceZbD

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A2: And in digital games, the game design itself structures the play. #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@Supt_Jordan No problem! We appreciate you joining in for the time that you could! Have a fantastic night! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Administrators not well-versed in pedagogy. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Yep, only three! I should ask if they are going to reschedule it. :-D #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:33 PM EDT

YES this is a biggie. Even if Ss are having fun, must also have that learning component! #PCeduchat https://t.co/y8Fu1ItGQW

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Balance. Ss need to be learning (SEL and content) and enjoying concurrently. The scale teeters in between! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan Seriously! Was it specifically about integrating #GBL or play in learning? #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 #PCeduchat lack of district support, cost of games, belief that they are teaching the standards, that they are teaching the standards.

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Biggest constraint: academic demand, going down as low as pre-k. To much emphasis on academic curriculum not on Social/Emotional #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Unfortunately, this is an all 2 common prob.Must remember 2 b developmentally appropriate.That gets lost. #PCeduchat https://t.co/fZvxwvlTWF

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Administrators not well-versed in pedagogy. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat It was called 'Genius Hour' but also included game based learning. Hah!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Unfortunate that often districts don't see the benefit!The $$$ can b an issue,but there are ways around;) #PCeduchat https://t.co/GVazhMIlhD

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3 #PCeduchat lack of district support, cost of games, belief that they are teaching the standards, that they are teaching the standards.

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan grants available, organizations to reach out to. I got hooked by @PWPInitiative and the rest is history. #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:37 PM EDT

This is so sad! #SEL and dev appropriateness are far too often overlooked... how can we help this? #PCeduchat https://t.co/oa2JeAhRGy

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Biggest constraint: academic demand, going down as low as pre-k. To much emphasis on academic curriculum not on Social/Emotional #PCeduchat

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games Especially those making big decisions, at the state/federal level, so far removed from classroom if ever in at all #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan Should DEF try to bring that back for another try! So beneficial! Was it outside ppl coming in 2 present? #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@MGrundel Tribes/Advisory Book great resources to get started with limited resources/funding. Framework for SEL imbed #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @teacherwaukegan @PWPInitiative Haven't heard of them, but definitely checking them out! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat It was district folks, who have since been let go. Dist. downsizing...

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Read in another teacher chat where their admin took away their sensory tables because they felt they weren't working... #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@MGrundel @WiseDad_Games Probably safe to say that most were never in it.. :/ #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q4: Can older students benefit from play in the classroom? Share an example if you have one! #PCeduchat https://t.co/baHlFjKbXN

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @teacherwaukegan @PWPInitiative Specifically look for the matrices-- greetings/shares/activities and games #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@MGrundel That's definitely a great place to start! Even if it's starting in your own classroom! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@AGoTeach I will have to look into PWP. They call me the grant queen at our school -love crowdfunding! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan Really sorry to hear that... If u find a source that could come in & do it, we could also help fund them! #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Maybe I'm wrong... But I think sensory tables are very important. And my classroom will have one. Ours in K didn't. #PCEduChat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Middle schoolers. Recess today. Three learned a new game, others wanted the hardest challenge. #PCeduchat https://t.co/5VQz19MtNc

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @teacherwaukegan @PWPInitiative Morning meeting / classroom meeting type games? So great for #SEL! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Absolutely! Most digital-game based learning has been designed for older students; research has supported learning outcomes . #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan @AGoTeach You really are a queen! A total rockstar! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan Oh no! What grade was this? #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: 6th graders LOVING Solveme.edc mobiles for Alg reasoning! #PCeduchat https://t.co/KPXhprkZFM

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan They are extremely important! Sensory play is vital for developmentally appropriate child development. #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan If not enough space, can make a bean-box with nearly any size plastic container. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @PWPInitiative #PCeduchat I just went to follow them!!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:44 PM EDT

great photo! Thanks for sharing! Play is STILL valuable & important at this age! #PCeduchat https://t.co/sZvKdsXuYA

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Middle schoolers. Recess today. Three learned a new game, others wanted the hardest challenge. #PCeduchat https://t.co/5VQz19MtNc

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yes! Do you have any favorites that you've come across? Or any that u use w/ your Ss? #PCeduchat https://t.co/GLnO3yOROt

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Absolutely! Most digital-game based learning has been designed for older students; research has supported learning outcomes . #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Awesome! Haven't heard of that resource! How man laptops do u have, btw? That's great! #PCeduchat https://t.co/8wuPEsjhgR

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: 6th graders LOVING Solveme.edc mobiles for Alg reasoning! #PCeduchat https://t.co/KPXhprkZFM

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan Yes! Or sensory tubes, baggies, you can glue materials onto cardboard.. you name it! #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @WiseDad_Games I love Lure of the Labyrinth and Dragon Box or Nine Gaps app for math Ss in middle school! #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan Ahhhhh it's not good! Sensory and #SEL go hand in hand. Both so vital! #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan bead boxes are awesome! Rice bins, too! Inexpensive for sure! #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:46 PM EDT

New to us! Worth checking out! Anyone else use these #edtech tools for older Ss? #PCeduchat https://t.co/6WsCP7bDfY

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @WiseDad_Games I love Lure of the Labyrinth and Dragon Box or Nine Gaps app for math Ss in middle school! #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan Once made a "garden" box with real dirt :) #PCeduchat

AGoTeach Oct 26 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan And I love Koosh balls, Tangles, and theraputty (hide stuff in it for Ss to find) #pceduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @AGoTeach #PCeduchat Well I think they mean it affectionately. Some call me a bit crazy!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan Theraputty is great! Not just for OT/PT! (can also help stressed Ts, too!) :-) #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A4 #PCeduchat There is a game being used in high schools -I think it's called @Classcraft??

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@PledgeCents When I couldn't find a fun reading game for my daughter I created Sydney's World. We piloted it at my school. #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @AGoTeach @KC_SEASportsFan I'm to OCD to use that, but all the more power to you! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@AGoTeach Free is the best! & 1:1? Wow... that is really incredible! Did the school provide that? #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat https://t.co/shTCSpJWxX

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games Sydney's World? Do you have a link for it? Very cool that you made it for her! Bet she loved that. :) #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A4 Yes here is a link! They say 'gamify your classroom.' Love! https://t.co/3TVKPpzWyR #PCeduchat

KC_SEASportsFan Oct 26 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I'm also, after last night's #ECEChat, interested in this coding thing. Seems it's something they like now. #PCeduchat

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Im trying to get some Windows 10 PCs to run #MinecraftEDU by @Microsoft_EDU Check out my @Amazon Wishlist https://t.co/bUkCeP1FyX #pceduchat

MGrundel Oct 26 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Im trying to get some Windows 10 PCs to run #MinecraftEDU by @Microsoft_EDU Check out my @Amazon Wishlist https://t.co/YhzU2qZrRd #pceduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games @AGoTeach @KC_SEASportsFan Everyone has their own teaching style.. which is what makes the profession so great :-) #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@AGoTeach Whoah, yes you definitely are! That is amazing though. They have so many opportunities! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan #PCeduchat My students do the Hour of Code activities every December. Sign up!!

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Yes, it's available on Steam and free for all schools. https://t.co/5864szRizB #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Very cool! A game developer made this reading game for his daughter! Love! #PCeduchat https://t.co/opWdxTlNNR

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat https://t.co/shTCSpJWxX

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan We're open to any side chats :-) Always. #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@teacherwaukegan Tried to get Classcraft in my school....blocked by district firewall. :( #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Check out this reading game for elementary students! (IT'S FREE 4 ALL SCHOOLS!) #PCeduchat #edchat #teacherlife… https://t.co/nNFqwT4FRg

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@PledgeCents Yes, it's available on Steam and free for all schools. https://t.co/5864szRizB #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games #PCeduchat Sorry to hear that -looks so intriguing.

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@MGrundel @Microsoft_EDU @Amazon Link isn't working :-( #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Yes, #HourOfCode is fantastic! Definitely check it out! #PCeduchat https://t.co/wAwxkCS8La

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@KC_SEASportsFan #PCeduchat My students do the Hour of Code activities every December. Sign up!!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games @teacherwaukegan What?!? #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games @AGoTeach @KC_SEASportsFan That's a really good idea! & students can work w/ different grips when picking them up! #PCeduchat

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @WiseDad_Games @KC_SEASportsFan smart idea! Kind of like Montessori where everything is on a tray, too! #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @teacherwaukegan I think was about Classcraft being blocked by my district firewall. #PCeduchat

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @AGoTeach @KC_SEASportsFan We have all kinds of gripping tools to find the many koosh balls and other stuff hidden. #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat @KC_SEASportsFan #PCeduchat You can ask to have a tech person visit/speak to your Ss. #HourofCode

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PledgeCents #PCeduchat @KC_SEASportsFan #PCeduchat You can ask to have a tech person visit/speak to your Ss. #HourofCode

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@AGoTeach :-) That's really wonderful! So happy to hear that you are in such a good place! You must love your job! #PCeduchat

teacherwaukegan Oct 26 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@AGoTeach @mrmatera #PCeduchat I will check that out. Thank you!

PledgeCents - Moderator Oct 26 @ 8:59 PM EDT

So fun for the kids to get their hands on all that stuff too! #PCeduchat https://t.co/7GNxi9VzQC

WiseDad_Games Oct 26 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@PledgeCents @AGoTeach @KC_SEASportsFan We have all kinds of gripping tools to find the many koosh balls and other stuff hidden. #PCeduchat