#1stchat Archive
Weekly chat for excited 1st grade teachers who love to learn and share ideas. Participants are interested in a variety of topics including literacy, math, technology, play, inquiry, and being the best educators they can be!
Sunday August 28, 2016
Hello! It's time for . I'm Leka from Iowa co-moderating with the amazing
Hi and Welcome back and excited to be there.
Q1 Tell us your name, how many days into/until school, how you are feeling!
Hi friends, Traci here from KS, so happy to talk with all of you again, hope summer was fabulous to you
Hi! I'm Jess from Chatham Ontario.
I am Terry in Fl who is actually a 3rd gr T who just happens to love this chat and PLN.
Excited to be back! Cassie from MN
just finished our first week and I'm beat!! but so excited to get back into a routine and be with my firsties
Hey Traci! Great to see ya!
Hello! Jen from MN, we start with Ss on Sept 6. I am anxious to get back at it!
I am new to Twitter chats. Headed back to set up my room tomorrow
Hi, Cassie! Great to see you! One more week till school starts?
A1: I started on August 1st, but my kids began the 10th. Wish I could tell you I am swimming above the waves, but not yet.
Hi! I am Kathy from PA...1st day w/ sts tomorrow. Super excited to begin what will be a fantastic year
Hi, Caryl from NH! I start tomorrow with a day to get my room ready. Feel like there's too much to do!
Hi, Caroline! Glad you are here!
A1 Jess from Ontario. 8 days until school starts. I'm curious to figure out my class dynamic.
Hi, Jen from a neighbor state! our students start tomorrow!
A1: Cassie here .. Start Sept 6 - excited and ready to be back
Hi everyone, I'm Angela from Caroline, Alberta. This will be my 1st year of 1st grade, I'm excited to join you!
My first day with ss is tomorrow too! Are you ready?
Hi! Sandy from PA. 5 days completed. Rested and recovered from an exhausting week one.
You will love 1st grade it is the best!
Claire here from Vermont. So happy to be back together with you all.
Hi all!! So great to be back with ! I'm Sara from WI. Ts we're back last Tues-Thurs. we start w/ Ss this Thurs.
Hello friends. Karen from Vancouver, Canada.
Lori from Michigan. We start Sept 6
- all good now? Baha! π
Hi, Angela!! You will love first grade & this PLN!
This is the first I've joined. Excited to be here!
Hi friends. Ss started Aug 11th. Back in K. Whew!
A1: I start T days tomorrow, Ss come on Thursday :) I'm SO excited, I'm already having trouble sleeping ;P
week one is always the toughest! π
As ready as I can be...it's time to get those kiddos in the room and see where the year will take us
I'm excited but a little scared about how tired I will be by the end of...well, tomorrow. lol
Hi, I'm Shannon from Washington. I have missed this chat during the summer.
the struggle was real there for a second! Haha
I remember kdg days...tired until November but so much fun!
yes! So nice to see familiar faces:)
. this is a FANTASTIC PLN. You will live the support you get here!
A1. I just finished my first week with the kids. They are supper sweet!
Tracey from Tx. Just finished my first week with kids. Feeling exhausted but excited about my new group of firsties!
But you stuck with it, my friend!
We don't start for another week.
Hi my , "I've met you F2F finally friend".
are you loving it and did you finish everything on your to-do list? π
This is an awesome PLN & I may be biased but 1st grade is the BEST grade!
What?? that's crazy to think!!!!
I've missed it too - good to be back!
I am loving it! Is it possible to finish a to-do list? :)
Definitely highlight of my summer! After 5 years.. https://t.co/WvddBYxMZT
Hi my , "I've met you F2F finally friend".
Not for me...I always find something (or 10 things) to add to it!
3 days of district inservice, bldg mtgs, coding trng. About a 1/2 day in rooms w/out Ss
Day after me! Are you feeling up and running yet? https://t.co/oqX3XUDMnh
Hi friends. Ss started Aug 11th. Back in K. Whew!
We are reallly getting into the swing of things. It's a big jump from end of 1st to beginning of K.
I'm excited to be part of it! I've been doing 6th gr for the past 7 yrs, so I will need a great PLN :P
perseverance - and next time I'm bringing my computer with me! π
A1:Stefanie, tomorrow is day 17 and I'm feeling great! Wonderful group of first graders this year!
So jealous--we start on Tuesday.
I bet!! I can't even imagine... but I'm sure you are rocking it!
a to-do list is never completed in September of 1stgrade. Lol
How are you ? We're all your trips this summer wonderful??
Don't be jealous, we go until June 30th this year!
Mostly up but definitely running. Running around that is :). It's all coming together.
Aww...thanks. We are "Rocking in our School Shoes".
we did get a lot accomplished this summer, though!
You came to the right place. This is my 3rd year in 1st grade after teaching 4th...I love it.β€οΈ
Val, from Michigan and co-host with the incredible . Just got power back and wifi up and running! Yay!
I did get a lot done over the summer. Mostly organized and looked for all my K materials.
Yay, Val! https://t.co/9N4Q1q01Z2
Val, from Michigan and co-host with the incredible . Just got power back and wifi up and running! Yay!
just had 3 days inservice and tomorrow we will start with Parent Conferences. I invited the students to come. It will be a long day
Good evening. Debby from NY joining a bit late. We start back the day after Labor Day. Looking forward to getting back!
Tomorrow teachers return and students next Tuesday. Have to say, I could use one more week! But what else is new:)
That's interesting! What types of discussion do you have? https://t.co/hG7WJKAKim
just had 3 days inservice and tomorrow we will start with Parent Conferences. I invited the students to come. It will be a long day
yay! To-do list is never quite finished!
Hi Lori!! Twice in one dayπ
Yes! We start the Tuesday after labour day and end the 30th of June.
It must be my lucky day. I always learn something from you.
one more week would be awesome, but after going in last week, I'm ready!
Q2 Let us peek into your classroom! Please share photos of your room, bulletin board, or items you cannot live without!
I'm so excited to show off my new flooring to my parents and Ss. It's such a pretty blue. Very shiny https://t.co/LOay2k9joO
Tomorrow we have World of Welcome. Parents and students drop in and have a look at their classrooms. Help with first day jitters.
Can't wait to see this... https://t.co/pLrTo7AZnB
Q2 Let us peek into your classroom! Please share photos of your room, bulletin board, or items you cannot live without!
I still have to set up my room. I'd love to see what you've all been up to.
A2: I started this year with a blank slate. The kids are slowly designing their learning space.
Hello my first time to join here Rizza from Philippines loving all your rooms
A2 - No pics yet as I go in 2morrow. Must have chart tablets for anchor charts, big gathering area, & many tables 4 group work
I just LOVE that Terry! So great to have met YOU F2F too!
A2:My kids will be pen pals w/ my friend, Nurcan, who lives in Cyprus. So excited for this year!!
https://t.co/9ILUoLgLUV
A2: MUCH diff than last yr. Desk in corner is my space in 1 of my bldgs. Still working on making it cozy. https://t.co/g2Fgg32gzs
the spool table was my grandmother's who is 92!
LOVE the flexible seating. I have just one of the core stability seats, need more!
I think we're down to about 6 "traditional" chairs between the 2 of us!
& I are teaming it .. One room is academic and the other is the & community building room
Hi Rizza, welcome to . Glad you are here.
How do you organize your library? I just weeded out books and am not sure what I will do this yr.
You as well. You have really inspired me to reflect more on student centered. Little more every day. https://t.co/8jesDLaMLn
I just LOVE that Terry! So great to have met YOU F2F too!
they are the best! My kiddos loved them last year!
I love the rockers! I wish I could find them in my area.
I need to go into my classroom tomorrow first! It takes me awhile o feel like to classroom is 'right'. I move it around a lot.
We'll stop in the 2nd week of June...May would be awesome.
They are so hard to find. I almost didn't get them because of the size. But they love them. https://t.co/qjeafgdx9w
I love the rockers! I wish I could find them in my area.
It's amazing isn't it? When we pull back that is. They will continue to blow you away!
A2: got rid of my T desk this year, trying to find things now:) flexible seating for Ss, sm couch, wobble stools, benches,
what are those circle scoop chairs called?
I'm excited to learn @ Cyprus w/ my kids & get the chance to broaden their viewpoint.
SS love them!! but they are now hard to find
where did you get those cute stools? I love!
How is that going? Did you have anything set up? Do you decide a new thing each day? Really interested.
& I ditched the desks too! So much more space!
The balance one? I would have to look. It came from my first project funded. https://t.co/pW1Z9EWNhu
Love the stools! What are they?! Tell me more!
A2: Flexible seating, easel, Chromebooks, doc cam, class library (old pics) New to comeπ https://t.co/ly6a2OKknk
I created a donor's choose project and it was funded!
I would love to have Ss help organize the library this yr. Any tips for a smooth organization process?
Yes! If you think of it, let me know! :)
I've been looking for over a year but no success in SoCal
I finally found some at Wal-Mart, it was like winning the lottery.
where did you get those??
You room looks huge! Very cool!
Hello! Great to see you!!!
You have to tell here you got those dice--pretty please?
They love their scoop rockers!
I am lovinga ll your ideas! My sch has a long way to go for this
It is a slow process. I had my library set up. The basics. But blank walls. Lots of time to talk, share. https://t.co/rZAQp5kBiH
How is that going? Did you have anything set up? Do you decide a new thing each day? Really interested.
I looked like CRAZY here in Alberta, but there were none to be had :(
Between & I we bought out 2 different Wal-Marts in our area :)
I was wondering the same thing. I would love to write one together with my students.
I got one through Scholastic, may do for more flexible seating. Will see what this yrs class is like
It is a pretty good size, which is always SO nice! I love that there is a sink and a water fountain in the room.
I like that idea a lot! I might try giving the students a few choices just to start discussion and get a feel for it.
A few years back this was written together.
. Even with non flexible seating your can find a way to let your students be flexible with their seating.
Love it! I really want to focus on having a w/ my kiddos & your display is perfect.
Abilitations Integrations Stabili-T-Stool, Assorted Colors Abilitations https://t.co/G2K1nldfgP via The balance stool
Agree! I started by just letting them pick a space during Daily 5 & I am just now at "no desktags"!
oh my gosh, that is amazing! I need them.
I have 6 of those stools. Very good for my high energy friends.
easy to do with carpet squares, clipboards, etc!
yes! My Ss get to pick their seats. Some are at desks, some on floor. I add more choices each year
Thanks! I want to trace students' hand & arm reaching up. That's where I can post their stories.
A journey begins with taking the first step.
Ah, being in the gym typically means limited or no furniture! LOL
they are perfect for all kids, but especially the ones who really need an extra way to wiggle!
As my fellow 1st grade teacher friend likes to say--I will 'glean' that idea from you.
I pre-sorted my books into groups. Then put 2 or 3 groups into one stack for pairs of Ss to sort.
Hi, Andrea! I will finally start with ss tomorrow.
I ordered the gaiam balls, but I think I'm going to add a few of those to my classroom too.
Our day tomorrow will be similar. I like "World of Welcome".
looks like a fun room with lots of options!
no, they just pick where they will work best. They know what they like.
Your room is HUGE!!! π€
Hello Just came in from a long walk. Faige retired K teacher. Can't wait to read your tweets! Hope your summer was great
Sorry I'm late. I've been on a call.
I love World of Welcome, much more exciting than our Meet the Teacher on Tues.
It made it a lot easier. I was afraid to completely turn them loose with it so early in year. :-)
every time they work. It changes from subject to subject.
Live this idea!!! Some may prefer to stand as they create!
I love the yoga balls. I'm looking for those also.
How is everyone paying for flexible seating? I'm trying not to spend my money like in the past.
Q3 What are your goals for this year? What will you do to ensure momentum going?
Any arguments over certain seats?
Kids are loving the scoop chairs and the ball/crate chairs. They also love the floor and class stage https://t.co/mLeLLqCNTZ
Not really... my room is triangular... yep. I'm sure everyone here is envious:)
I purchased most of my options myself, but the school supplied a couple wobble chairs, which helped.
A3: intentional class mtgs, Ss goal setting and tracking I have made a poster for goals and tracking as they hit them
A3: intentional class mtgs, Ss goal setting and tracking I have made a poster for goals and tracking as they hit them
I got a donor's choose project funded for my 3 hokki stools
No you don't want it. Really. My room is not big and it's a triangle!!!
Love your room. I am trying flexible seating this year too. Rollling it out slowly.
A3: team teaching with .. We're going to support each other and have a blast with all of our kiddos!
I have shelf envy looking at this picture.
A3: Using the stances, Being intent on using tech to collaborate/create. Purposeful. I need to reflect with purpose, consistency.
Lol I guess it's all in the perspective! I'm in a portable so a don't have the room for all the tables & carpet space
A3 Teach the stances using a Mindset for Learning. Encourage positive self-talk and flexibility from the start.
A3 My goals are morning meeting daily, flexible seating where they can move chairs around, meaningful tech, stage practice, fun
A3: Relationship building is my priority. Establishing a positive classroom culture and relationships Ss will SOAR!!!
Ss have assigned seat so I can take attendance. If Ss wants to sit in that seat they can bump a Ss
A3 So many goals! Doing the 1st six wks of school right with and teaching the stances for
Love the collaboration and clear purpose! Go girls! https://t.co/YZEW0SlEc9
A3: team teaching with .. We're going to support each other and have a blast with all of our kiddos!
Improve student culture and climate. Especially student-student relationships! Be visible, consistent and positive.
That's awesome! I'm really trying to cut back as my primary resources are in my classroom but I have Jr/Int at my house
Agree. It's all about relationships. Trust and security. From there everything falls into place.
A3: Goals--don't waste a minute, eliminate homework, inspire love of reading, learn more Spanish to talk w/ parents
A3 I left a lot of "open space" on the walls. Want to allow them to cover the space & reinforce that it's "our" classroom.
A3 i am introducing to my Ss and strengthening P & T relationship
There will be tons of teachable moments right away! https://t.co/e6a9wdMiWt
A3 Teach the stances using a Mindset for Learning. Encourage positive self-talk and flexibility from the start.
So many goals! I want to start a weekly student newscast
My goals are SLOW down not everything needs to be "done" in the 1st month...enjoy sts, being together & getting to know each other
Donor's Choose is a nice option. Beg, borrow, steal and repurpose works great too.
Hi folks. Jena Ball, CritterKin & Not Perfect Hat Club creator. Sorry to be late. What are we talking about? Learning spaces?
thank you! We are excited for more flexible learning small groups!!
Agree! We could do a whole chat on time wasters.
Love that picture. How did you do that?
we worked on Flexibility last week. They did so good! This week persistence
Yes! And share on ..maybe EOY goal: Ss add Green Screen?!
I guess every teacher thinks the grass is greener in someone else's classroom.π
looks great! Check out those bright colored !
Love this! Build positivity in the classroom, it will build in the school https://t.co/9R0plVjsKU
Improve student culture and climate. Especially student-student relationships! Be visible, consistent and positive.
A3: Purposeful integration of technology and building relationships
A3: Goals: Tech & inquiry learning, empower Ss & encourage growth mindset from day 1. Class meetings & reflecting will help
Love the idea of Ss making their spaces their own. I know is doing that this year. Eager to see the results.
my goal is to teach the stances as well. I want books to help teach each stance.
I'm sure my floor IS greener than yours ;-)
Love this advice! https://t.co/GFerpUucBx
Donor's Choose is a nice option. Beg, borrow, steal and repurpose works great too.
A3. Nurture growth mindset, and cooperation in my students. And foster their creativity.
the app is called Tangled FX
Q3 Use technology to get more student voice. Improve small groups in math! Give families more ways to support their Ss and school.
If Ss feel seen & appreciated for their unique abilities, then they will feel safe & free to explore & risk.
My whole school is embracing , I love that. We started with empathy on the stances.
Love that, the room will belong to the Ss and build your community!
mine didn't argue, they were good about Roh-Sham-Boh
A positive attitude is contagious.
Hi, Gena! Can't wait to hear how they will do!
Goals - Use Seesaw for learning journals, full on math workshop, less paper
We are still working on names during our morning meetings.
I've garage sale & repurpose furniture but it still costs $ & takes up space. I'm trying to scale down in small space
Personal goal is to SMILE more. I feel better when I smile.
Stances? I am curious what these are.
This year I've let go with the flexible seating & they're thriving.Also using responsive teaching better then clip up or down
I am getting that! Love it.
Absolutely. Want to establish by slowing down a bit in order to ensure relationships are established.
this summer did a book study of Mindset for Learning, it came from that book. https://t.co/1kYaz1PsUN
Stances? I am curious what these are.
. My 1st thought reading this was Leka's green carpet π
Same here! Give them more ownership! https://t.co/HbifUwufFl
A3 I left a lot of "open space" on the walls. Want to allow them to cover the space & reinforce that it's "our" classroom.
my teammate and I use task cards with and never have to use paper - so much easier!
My student files were much thinner! (And evidence was more portable!) :)
Yes! Found myself really slowing things down last week. Hard to do but will pay off in the long run.
A big YES! Get to know the kids and their parents first. Shows you care and they matter https://t.co/GGI7Jkt7lC
A3: Relationship building is my priority. Establishing a positive classroom culture and relationships Ss will SOAR!!!
A3 another Goal is to try out this year. Very excited to share it with Ps tomorrow at conferences.
A3 Focus on objectives rather than activities. Know our "why". Why are we learning this? Why is this important?
That is where I like to start.
have 2 trees ready for family pics and pet pics so we have pieces of ourselves in the room
I am excited to begin doing a closing circle to reflect on our day and learning
Mindset is on my shelf - read lots this summer, did not get to this one. Soon (I hope!)
Our school is using schoolwide. This is very exciting as well.
I LOVE that you have a piano in your room! Great use of lighting as well!
Love that idea. The pet part is great!
You will LOVE it! Check out on the 2nd&4th Th at 7pm CST...awesome peeps!
How inspiring & empowering to know your T is excited 2 discover how U learn best! All kids deserve that.
The blue walls and the globe make me happy and calm...beautiful!
I did the same. It's fun to see what they choose between seats and different table heights!
A3 I want to try something new in tech that no one in my school is doing. Try new things & use S and parent feedback
Awesome! I'm looking forward to the journey.
OMG! You're going to LOVE - can't wait to hear about your successes
Love this! So excited for Student Teaching in 1st! https://t.co/HYSK7sVjUN
A3: Relationship building is my priority. Establishing a positive classroom culture and relationships Ss will SOAR!!!
Love this! I haven't switched my guided reading table yet - that's next.
My grade level partner always reminds me "Rome wasn't built in a day"
I love to see the variety of children who gravitate towards the piano https://t.co/KfoDpsdNHV
I LOVE that you have a piano in your room! Great use of lighting as well!
A3 Spend time learning WITH my students.
"I can" statements are a great way for Ss to understand!
A3- my goal is to make connections with the staff and students in both of my bldgs. Feel like a new tchr again.
Who is posting questions? I can't find them, even searching
I agree! It's not quantity, but quality!
A3 Continue to watch and listen more. Run with their passions.
I am also embarking on the journey this year. Excited to put students in the drivers seat of digital portfolios
One of my sts brought pic of goldfish named Christopher (who turned 1) to open house! Love it!
Agree, and love to tack on, "And where might we go with it? How might we use it?" Ss amaze me every time.
Please follow to see questions as they are tweeted.
Thanks - it's my first time, but loving it!
we're making our closing circle more purposeful and hoping our kids can tweet each week about it
No, I don't know what that is... ???
I started with 15 inches and that was too close! So changed to 20 and that seems perfect
A3 Teaching the Mindset for Learning stances. Better with student goal setting and following up on them.
I'm finally realizing your role change!! WHAT??? You will rock it but will miss you!
I plan on using yoga with my kids even though I am so out of shape that my 'boat' pose looks more like the Titanic.
A3: I am going to do home visits this year. I used to do this many years ago & it's time to bring 'em back!
You're coaching this year right?
you're in 2 buildings this year?! What are you doing?
A3 I'm planning to have more circular seating in our group area. Adds to positive environment and our learning community.
Wait, I still didn't catch it, what is your new role? https://t.co/g8rHFaiU5z
I'm finally realizing your role change!! WHAT??? You will rock it but will miss you!
Really excited about using for the first time as well! How often do y'all have students submit work?
Q4 What are some ways to help students and yourself transition back to school?
Thanks! Don't know why I couldn't find them. I follow her.
Look forward to trying some lessons from - ready to go math lessons/videos
I'm excited for you! π
Our school is requiring 1x per week. & I have task cards and Ss post 2x per day. Ps LOVE it!
I have thought of that. I wonder how families would react to that these days. https://t.co/l5QSp5hs4b
A3: I am going to do home visits this year. I used to do this many years ago & it's time to bring 'em back!
thanks! I jumped in. Probably should have gone slowly, but it's going well.
Yes! And have students co-create create when you know that "you can"
Your own decision or schools. Asking
b/c my daughter does them in preschool
A4: Build in FUN, enjoy each other, get to know the routines together, LISTEN, be a safe place to land
A4: establishing expectations and practice, I need to get myself on a routine
thanks- like I don't plan on straying far from this awesome PLN. rocks!
A4 lots of teambuilding activities to transition yourself and Ss slowly into sch routine
A4 Be kind to yourself and your Ss! It is hard to get back into the swing of things and they are just kids learning to b in school!
Love all, but LISTEN is my one word resolution of the year. https://t.co/29rwAIdArY
A4: Build in FUN, enjoy each other, get to know the routines together, LISTEN, be a safe place to land
A4 Teach strategies like "3 ways to read a book" helps with anxiety for readers who don't feel confident with reading.
I'm in a very small community, I'm hoping it will still be a positive thing. It was 10 yrs ago.
I used a little last spring and loved it. Can't wait to do more with it.
orig plan was 1st in diff bldg-things changed over the summer- same district- 2 new bldgs now AND new role!
A4: Routines for all! (especially this very Type A, concrete, linear teacher!)
model, model, model! That should have been my answer for Q4
I am hoping to start a parents' call in radio show and/or podcast. I would like 2 hear from Ps about what they'd like
My own decision, it is a great way to connect with families!
Yes! Strategies that scaffold success for ALL students!
Ease into school year with Responsive Classroom First Six Weeks of School
Yes that transition is different for each of us Ts Sts Ps and Admin. "Be kind to yourself" hardest of all IMO
A4. Get to know each other and remember slow and steady wins the race
I have to dip out early, but loved catching back up with everyone!
A4: unplug early and get to bed, celebrate small victories, and breathe!
A4 Get to know their interests & how they learn best by conferring and observing their behaviors in order to support & meet needs.
A4 my biggest success has been greeting them at the door, listening to them, and morning meeting. Thanks
A4: Share passion, & stories to connect w/Ss. Encourage & inspire through authentic learning & create autonomy w/in the classroom.
A4: Get to know them & let them know you care...take the first few days w/ a grain of salt.
Go slow to go faster later:) https://t.co/NuTdH5XZFU
A4. Get to know each other and remember slow and steady wins the race
Q4 Clear schedules that are Ss friendly! Ss do better knowing what is coming!
I looped with most of my class so that makes it really nice. I do have 3 brand new to me, and 2 others from 2 yrs ago.
A4 I like to make our last block a free choice for at least the first month. They're tired! I slowly make the choices more focused
Play is so important!! I will do more of that this year. https://t.co/y5vbZWs6X1
A4 I like to make our last block a free choice for at least the first month. They're tired! I slowly make the choices more focused
Hey if you are a Google Apps district you need to follow and
Right on! Take care of yourself & the rest will follow. Self care is NOT selfish.
A4: Incorporate physical activity & music into our day. Who doesn't love to dance and sing? Encourage S voice and choice!
A4Taking time to get to know each other. Going slow with systems.
A4 Share info about ourselves through pictures & personal stories. Let them see teachers are human, too. We shop, ride bikes, etc.
Gotta log back into https://t.co/ehZjCtna9f
A4: Incorporate physical activity & music into our day. Who doesn't love to dance and sing? Encourage S voice and choice!
One year a T asked us what things we wanted 2 bring into class from summer. I wanted 2 move & time 2 draw. She helped me get those
I think that minimal transitions are key for mental health.
She's inspiring! I did Google Classroom w/my Ss the 6th day of school https://t.co/5V45QsR4M3
Hey if you are a Google Apps district you need to follow and
I love morning mtg because my kids & I bond and connect so easily and informally.
yes! I do it within all my subjects, but the first month it is a physical challenge & kids need a mind break to create
Love it! Highlight we are learners as well:) https://t.co/ZD6ZUpV5PY
A4 Share info about ourselves through pictures & personal stories. Let them see teachers are human, too. We shop, ride bikes, etc.
A4 As we transition back into school I read a lot the first week. We walk around our school review how it is to be back in school
Mine have already asked about Global Play Day https://t.co/gmpGv9M9GA
Play is so important!! I will do more of that this year. https://t.co/y5vbZWs6X1
A4 I like to make our last block a free choice for at least the first month. They're tired! I slowly make the choices more focused
This is so important!!! Love reading this... https://t.co/9XG8CcYlro
A4 my biggest success has been greeting them at the door, listening to them, and morning meeting. Thanks
What?!? I did a bunch of training w Google classroom but couldn't picture it with 1st Ss
Ohhhh music! I've discovered how both help Ss work off excess energy during my visits so they can concentrate after
definitely agree that having students know schedules is key.
I signed up for 2017 as soon as I could! :)
A4 Give them attention early on before they seek it in negative ways. Let them know we really like them.
Hoooo! Now that sounds like fun. I want to be part of that!
No - read What's Math Got To Do With It? this summer-led me to more !
A4. We ease in to the school year; and start academics tomorrow. Keep practicing our routine and lots of rest; me and them.
Thank you for following Alana. I look forward to sharing stories.
A4 Honour where my students are at, and be okay with going slow to go fast.
I have a horrible singing voice but singing is a blast in my room. We created a class songbook and used it every day.
Q5 Let's end with some fun! Share your favorite quotes, meme or even GIF
I like the songbook idea!
I'm still deciding but would love any ideas.
Ss bring in a picture of their choice & I give them a magnetic holder to put on side of their desk. Makes it personal.
Oh, that is a good one. I am going to try to go to bed earlier.
seriously! Check out and my kids did amazing things!
I even play music during Writer's Workshop. Total motivation for Ss. They LOVE !
Each student got a copy to take home w/ them so that they could keep singing & reading.
awesome! Good luck to you!
We learn so much by giving our students time to play and to watch and ask questions to understand what they are up to.
I started slow- gave them I thing to do a week. Anchor charts with steps helped too.
Makes me smileπππ
A3 - late, but I want to better utilize music in my class.
Yes! You have to establish routines and relationships before curriculum.
Do you know what ages you will have this year? https://t.co/lF7MnBrIuP
We learn so much by giving our students time to play and to watch and ask questions to understand what they are up to.
Yes, 1st 2nd, and 3rd again this year but we will also have k, 1st, 2nd too!
I find it hard 2 focus when writing if music is on. Tugs at my feelings. THat said, LOVE good cello, dulcimer, water.
I am trying to improve transition time. What do you do?
How I love this quote :-)
Love this idea. Great fun for all!
