#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday March 15, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Mar 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #XPLAP! It's all about luck tonight! Excited you're here! Please introduce yourself!
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Hi All. KathiSue here. Oregon Online Teacher, retired MS Principal and Twitter junkie. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Join in the fun on #XPLAP now! Tweet @tishrich and @mrmatera were Irish!
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Yes, I have an alarm that lets me know it is time...#XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Michael Matera Author of #XPLAP and lover of all things playful! I teach 6th grade world history and love what I do!
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Michael. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • biobythemathmom Mar 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Jen, AP Bio teacher from NY, adding Physical Science next year and want to gamify it #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr and Lead in Medford, OR! Can't wait to chat with my #xplap peeps tonight!
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hey, friends, Adam from SW VA, 6th grade math. #xplap
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi! I am Jenna Booth from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Joining you as part of a college assignment! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Jen! That would be a fun topic to explore #gamification! I hope you pick up a copy of #XPLAP to help you along!
    In reply to @biobythemathmom
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, Charles Stai, Dakota State University Senior. ELED major. Joining the chat tonight for a class assignment. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello everybody! I'll be checking In and out. Kids to bed and all. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Gina from Cincy! Middle school SCI and SS. Overwhelmed with being a doctoral student, excited to be here #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome! This is a great community of educators! Wonderful people to follow and learn from. Thanks for coming #XPLAP
    In reply to @jennambooth, @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Welcome Charles! Glad to have you here and hope you enjoy our community it is a powerhouse of creativity. #XPLAP
    In reply to @chuckstai
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Glad to have you here tonight Gina! #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Jay from Omaha, MS science. Trying to tweet and play with the kid at the same time. sorry for spelling errors. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Nick instructional coach from Iowa, I am bound to hit a pot of gold tonight in the #xplap chat
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Great crew here tonight on #XPLAP! Jump in now...Q1 is on it's way in just a minute! #tlap #ditchbook #kidsdeserveit
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi Jennifer. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Ready to find some gold?! Here's the first Q of the night on #XPLAP! Join us #tlap #edchat #games4ed
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Jay, Thanks for making it with the kids… Remember, they are who this is all about! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Love the enthusiasm about #XPLAP and the Irish theme!
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    #xplap A1. QR code scavenger hunt. Design Rube Goldberg machine trap!
    In reply to @tishrich
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Some form of Pay It Forward that the Ss can do for the T or other Ss. #XPLAP
  • DiDiCurtis Mar 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Diane from Gillette, Wyoming, Jr Hi GATE & CPS teacher now, but found out I'll be 7&8 ELA next year. I always love these #XPlap chats : )
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    a1) Ss had to solve a digital breakout to find out why I was gone one day. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Have a mascot, or class icon, you hide and if found students earn a mystery item or a scratch off chance item… #XPLAP
  • MrHExperience Mar 15 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Augmented reality apps like @aurasma would be great for treasure hunts! #xplap
    In reply to @aurasma
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    a1) also have a spaceman hidden around the school (but Ss have stopped looking for it I think) #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Easter Eggs are hidden on my website, along with scare screens, I use VR on pictures that may or may not lead to a dead end #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Maybe some random QR codes with puzzles left by the leprechaun... solve the riddle unlock a power or uncover his treasure chest? #XPLAP
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1. I love using QR readers in the classroom! Lots of online supplemental material to use with this. #xplap
    In reply to @spiraledu, @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Tomorrow put a riddle up on the board that gives a hint to where they are and that the prize has been upped #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: First one to solve a clue hidden on Google Classroom wins Mystery XP! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Taleblazer: augmented reality scavenger hunts or great for hiding object. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hey Adam MS SS teacher signing on for #XPLAP
  • MrHExperience Mar 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Ts using @classcraftgame could also customize random (or not so random) events. #xplap
    In reply to @classcraftgame
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Welcome Adam! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1 I hide things on posters with black light pens makes break out games even more intense #XPLAP
  • DiDiCurtis Mar 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Maybe use the color green, like mark items and clues so it looks like leprechaun hand and footprints? #XPlap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Thanks Tisha it's easy to get inspiration from the #xplap community
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Ryan7Read Mar 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Hey everyone can't chat tonight been a busy day and I have a robot to program #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Luke checking in from North Carolina! #xplap
  • biobythemathmom Mar 15 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Was thinking of hiding a code in lab directions that will unlock a game element (and encourage close reading of directions) #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    heading to amazon right now to buy a black light pen #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Create a legend of a character in #gamified class and have them come in and out of the story. When present, Ss must find them. #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1: Students may sometimes earn "Crombie Cards", which come with rebus puzzles that earn prizes when solved. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Hey Luke! Good to have you back at #XPLAP
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Here's Q2 on #XPLAP! Join us now and find lots of treasure! #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Mar 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    anytime for the #xplap crew
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1: Break a prize up into three parts… only good if they find it all. Just like Zelda’s Triforce. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Spin and whatever ingredient you land on, must use in the recipe! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: I use spinners to create my teams. Randomness is the best. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    going to show my nerdynes or Yu-gi-oh super card exodia #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    thanks, I've been meaning to come back for a while now but I'm running a new game this semester so it has been difficult... #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Used for various assignments on a certain topic. Used for quest topics #XPLAP
  • MrHExperience Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Now you're speaking my language! #xplap #breathofthewild
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1: Nice Spinner: What bonus do you get for this activity… Mean spinner: What tool do you lose while trying to complete this activity #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    could someone retweet question two not showing for me #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I use a spinner for player vs. player events to choose teams to play against each other, or individuals in smaller classes #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Zelda is my favorite series… #xplap
    In reply to @MrHExperience
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: If complete a bakery mission at highest level, get to spin for bonus XP. #xplap
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Spinners could be used as options for those Ss who finish their work early. #xplap #brainbusters
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHExperience Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Sorry to chat n dash folks! Good night from Canada! #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2 Currently working with formulas/substitutions. Could run a spinner to choose what we are measuring. #xplap
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: You could use a spinner to randomly select the problem of the day #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I have yet to use spinners in my class game, so I will sit and wait for ideas... haha #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    a2) spinner with good and bad things on it, defeat a monster get to spin for a chance of prizes. trying something like this w/ dice #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: XP Amplifier… Students can chance their earned xp for a side quest on the spinner… AKA gambling ;) #XPLAP
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Spinners could be used as options for those Ss who finish their work early. #xplap #brainbusters
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: I have Ss spin for groups, and activities to do next and what path to take in choose your own adventure slide show #xplap
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: We also sometimes use the spinner to determine what item players get for winning a mini-game #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Spinners for what guild your guild will face in a competition… That way it is not personal… The spinner decided! #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 I have used spinners for challenge assignments you have to complete what every the spinner picks ##XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    I told you there would be lots of treasure tonight! More to come! Q3 in just a minute! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Alphabet spinner… What ever letter it lands on, students can use in their written short response for an assignment… #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Like it when the game decided for you… #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I did that. Students got a piece of an invitation to join a @breakoutedu mission. Access reward was quite popular #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @breakoutEDU
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    it helps have kids do things they might not always do #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    a2) could have an element spinner for doing chemical reactions. Spin 4 two reactants, what are products. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Great idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @breakoutEDU
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    That is really cool makes it special #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @mrmatera, @breakoutEDU
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Ready to search for more treasure! Here's Q3! #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Hey #XPLAP crew! Just wanted to jump in really quick and say hi between parent/teacher conferences! Wish I could join the convo!
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 I hide it around the school it makes the hunt harder and bigger, there are items SS never find but the ones they do are coveted #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    This would be great for a writing prompt or in my poetry unit coming up!... Thanks @mrmatera ! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
    • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A2: Alphabet spinner… What ever letter it lands on, students can use in their written short response for an assignment… #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: My Ss love when we do QR scavenger hunts. #XPLAP
  • EduGladiators Mar 15 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    🤝SATURDAY #EduGladiators joins forces w/#EdCampWake w/@BrendanFetters guest host! #FLEdChat #edbeat #ATchat #NoVAedchat #XPLAP #1to1techat
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Teach Like a Pirate like Dave Burgess! #keepthemguessing #makelearningfun #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: since my content is all digital, easter eggs are everywhere, the harder to find, the better the reward #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Jumping into #xplap after bedtime stories. Michele, 8th grade ELA teacher in NY.
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: I hide this dictionary lock box in the library at our school… Students need to find the key in a film canister in my class… #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Since my items are on card stock, I hide the cards in random textbooks or staple them into packets so Ss get a fun surprise! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: I've hidden clues in books in library related to topic. Each solved clue gets piece to a puzzle that reveals final clue. #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: I like to hide side mission QR codes! Can you spot this one? #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 been thinking about how to do a real world sandbox style mission delivery. Need help figuring out the lit up "!" Style indicator #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Nice Heather… Isn’t it fun to be creative and work and playful as well. Way to go! #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Escape rooms are a really good for this.. Clues upon clues, yet the reward is worth it! #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A2: I learned this from Marsha @DifferKinder- Put spinner on top of CD jewel case, then it is easy to change out card inside case. #xplap
    In reply to @DifferKinder
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    This is so awesome, Heather! You are inspiring me to do this too! #xplap
    • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      A3: I like to hide side mission QR codes! Can you spot this one? #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Number puzzles where one answer leads to the next problem. #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 @aurasma and other augmented reality tools seem like a natural fit with this question #xplap
    In reply to @aurasma
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: I was thinking the same thing! Hidden clues in books is an awesome idea! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Embed clues in activities and around the classroom. Easter eggs are fun for Ss I found golden eggs at CVS I use #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: I also hide Golden Tickets when we read Willy Wonka! Only 2 left to be found!! #xplap
  • R_CILR Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    HI! #XPLAP
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    #xplap is on fire tonight! Q4 coming in just a moment!
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    cool when a Ss finds one this way . I am a huge Super hero guy and my SS know it so clues are in graphic novels and such #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Just found Taleblazer this week and I have made two hunts. SO much fun! #xplap
    • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      A3 @aurasma and other augmented reality tools seem like a natural fit with this question #xplap
      In reply to @aurasma
  • jennambooth Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Teach Like a Pirate like Dave Burgess!! #keepthemguessing #makelearningfun #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: I have this clue hidden in some lockers they have to bring it to me to get a clue #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    This is so cool for a side quest to encourage Ss to seek out a mission #xplap
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Love love love the idea… Thanks for sharing the awesome ideas tonight… @hmarrs24 <—— Must follow her, she is on #XPLAP fire 2night
    In reply to @hmarrs24, @hmarrs24
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    what's taleblazer? Hadn't run across that one yet... #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    randome or strategic placement #XPLAP
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I did something similar with the Pendants of Life after playing Legends of the Hidden Temple with Ss #xplap
    • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:28 PM EDT
      A3: I also hide Golden Tickets when we read Willy Wonka! Only 2 left to be found!! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    This is awesome! Something I definitely want to try! #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • rownbey Mar 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Oh my goodness, I LOVE this!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Its from MITs game labs, super easy to use, drag and drop coding #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    So many amazing ideas shared tonight! Keep em' coming! Here's Q4! #xplap
  • mrterborg Mar 15 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    https://t.co/tDCMOQnmov #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Looks interesting, wish I could use it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @MrPowley
  • hmarrs24 Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Next PT conference is here! Gotta run! Can't wait to read the storify later :) #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4 theme this year is steampunk so I have hid old skeleton keys around, can be used as bonus XP or clues depends on whats happening #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: Fountain of Wisdom… Use a fountain pen, with a message rolled up inside that gives a game clue or help on a test… Ss love it. #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Q4: the Pedant of Life was a lucky charm for winning Ss could use in lieu of a quiz or notebook check #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    just googled it. Sounds like something that has been missing from my life! #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • rownbey Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4 state assessments coming up having some kind of lucky charm would be great maybe a classroom bitmoji hidden in google classroom? #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: I have a model whale sitting on my desk called the Prevail Whale. Ss can come and touch it for luck before Boss Battles. #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    for state battle of the books, my team decided to wear the same outfits for good luck. Share lucky clothes story #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4 Have an item with special abilities, that change the rules a bit. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    How cool! #XPLAP
    • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      A4 theme this year is steampunk so I have hid old skeleton keys around, can be used as bonus XP or clues depends on whats happening #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    EXACTLY! When I found it this week I spent HOURS making a hunt for the SS themed to what I was doing. SO amazing #xplap
    • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      just googled it. Sounds like something that has been missing from my life! #xplap
      In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Love that your theme is steampunk #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Might be a stretch, but have students kiss or rub their own personal blarney stone before taking a test. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Finding Imhotep’s Level, is an item that will match your house score with that of the top house… Now that is lucky! #XPLAP
  • rownbey Mar 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    This is so cool!!! #XPLAP
    • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      EXACTLY! When I found it this week I spent HOURS making a hunt for the SS themed to what I was doing. SO amazing #xplap
      • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:32 PM EDT
        just googled it. Sounds like something that has been missing from my life! #xplap
        In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    a4) item that allows them to roll again or spin again when using dice or spinners #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Love this idea… I think I will have to get one started… Over the years, this is the kind of nutty thing kids remember. #XPLAP
    In reply to @chuckstai
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: we have a class stuffed dog (life sized) Ss often carry him for luck or put his bed by their seat #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 my latest reward was a magic index card that didn't disappear when I asked students to clear their desks for a test 😉 #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 I have Ss roll for gold x 10 for whatever they roll #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: Also an item that lets you move the spinner one space forward or backward… Additionally, one that moves other peoples. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: I have chance cards that Ss draw for a variety of game incentives. Ss love these! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4 One time items that disappear or are rare and hard to find after uses that give big boost to the game #XPLAP
  • biobythemathmom Mar 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: finding an index card made by the teacher that they may have for the test #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    How lucky are you feeling tonight!? So much awesome! Q5 is on it's way soon! #xplap
  • PerkyScience Mar 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    did they make the magic card? #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    You always have some of the coolest ideas @tishrich #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    great idea, I've been thinking of something fun for my class... #xplap it'll be their first state test in 3rd grade 😓
    In reply to @rownbey
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Here's Q5! Can't wait to hear your ideas for this one! #xplap
  • kaity_haley Mar 15 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A1: Students that complete our daily awesome tip can receive special prizes #xplap
  • kaity_haley Mar 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A2: Spinner set up in the middle of the room to determine student privilege for flexible seating #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    yes. It was a reward they could write notes on... Ss that used it didn't need it though and vice versa 🤔 #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: These are a form of brain teasers and my Ss gain XP or an additional instr for task. #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I am stumped by the riddle but since I am teaching Shakespeare now the entire play is a riddle for Ss - they must solve & uncover #xplap
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Could be as simple as starting off the lesson to engage the students. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    a5) I made a message that had pitch change and reversed that Ss tried to figure out. #XPLAP
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Chocolate...or a great idea! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: all activities on my site are password protected. Send Ss riddles to get the passwords #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Riddles are fun and make the game feel more alive… Attach them to a character makes it all the better. https://t.co/P9H9NqBkq2 #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Hide riddles on Google Classroom. If solved can earn extra side quest opportunities. #xplap
  • R_CILR Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Have the students write the riddles! They could even write riddles for another class of students. #xplap
  • PerkyScience Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5 we start the class with riddles then warm-up. Easier to get Ss attention from the start. Ss want to know or want to share. #xplap
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Similar to my other answer, Crombie Cards strike again! Not only could these cards have rebus puzzles, but riddles too! #xplap
  • kaity_haley Mar 15 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A3: @breakoutEDU has helped me see the value in hiding resources around the room! #xplap
    In reply to @breakoutEDU
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: Riddles activate thinking, creativity, communication, and weird places in the brain. Perfect for warm-ups instead of Do Now #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    a5) also made a Snote that tried to give Ss a clue to what the audio riddle meant/how to solve it. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 is the answer cake?... no I don't want to share that... #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Thanks for chiming in Denis… Love having you on #XPLAP
    In reply to @MathDenisNJ
  • MrBold05 Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 they can be clues on the way to use or find items. items that need to be solved in order to use might be a fun twist #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    It was a game show on Nickelodeon in the late 90s: https://t.co/xCOJ1M8rUj I took a lesson on social justice & adapted it 2game show #xplap
    • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      Legend of the Hidden Temple?
      In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5 There is a character in our novel series that tests the fate of the path groups with riddles and puzzles (before she dies) #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I will have to check that out, thanks for sharing #xplap
    • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      My wife does Pop Sonnets to introduce Shakespeare and there is a good TED Talk with Rap
      In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Solve a crombie card for a unique item, and sometimes I'll even ask Ss to come up with riddles to make their own Crombie Cards #xplap
  • DiDiCurtis Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5 Use class or game content in riddle #XPLAP
  • rownbey Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    My kids love seeing me as @Bitmoji in google classroom! a class one would be uplifting easy to appear on their screens! #XPLAP
    In reply to @spiraledu, @Bitmoji
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: If students got the riddle they got this link and picked an item from Aaron, items gone, got nothing… https://t.co/7g0Evth8UU #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Curious what the answer to the riddle in Q5 was? The answer is.....secret! :-) Q6 coming up soon! #xplap
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Anytime! Just saw that great question and couldn't help it! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • SparkyTeaching Mar 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    For principals with principles and all educators with spark! https://t.co/6CWheptN1V #joyfuleducators #ohedchat #xplap #cpchat #suptchat
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Could you tell more about these cards and how they play into your class game? #XPLAP
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • PerkyScience Mar 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    always a bonus when Ss make their own stuff. Whole new skills and learning is engaged. #xplap
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Jokes count as riddles, right? #xplap We usually start our morning sharing jokes.
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Q6 is coming at ya now! Can't wait your ideas for using dice in your classroom! #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 one of my narrative bad guys sent Ss in a real world riddle based goose chase for bonus 'gold'. https://t.co/WNOVg38yUT #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    If Ss solve the riddles they gain XP or gold points. Yes, draw connections to content area #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Fixed video links: Riddle link: https://t.co/tI9703BGDd Prize link: https://t.co/7g0Evth8UU Both fun… #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: Every time we use dice, I create a probability task. I like to incorporate Math, so Ss see they use it all the time. #XPLAP
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I thought they answered might be a KitKat bar #xplap it fits!
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: If Ss answer right in Mystery Box... get to roll. If roll doubles, they double their score! #xplap
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: in elem math, we roll multiple, then use showing numbers & math opps to create largest or smallest or closest to 100. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Love Mystery Box… Played today… Made up a game with finding the items… #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • TeachingFactor Mar 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Lucky rolls for random XP also Roll the Dice activities to determine the work that Ss will do #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Check out @mrmatera awesome mystery box game on https://t.co/fsBg2gVHLL! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
    • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:46 PM EDT
      A6: If Ss answer right in Mystery Box... get to roll. If roll doubles, they double their score! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6: So many ways to use dice: games, battles, epic journeys, any randomness needed really #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6: Dice are awesome and can help you build many items in your #gamified class. Think about picking up a mega set on amazon. #XPLAP
  • chuckstai Mar 15 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: In elem math students could roll two dice for greater than, less than, equal to. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: One of Aude's fate tests for each adventure path group involved a dice role to see if the Gods favored them or not! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: Great dice set here: https://t.co/gFO5Sgd4t8 #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    awesome video. Gotta figure out a way to make some of those for next year!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: I like using Story Cubes too. Kind of dice, with lots of creativity built in! Good Station! https://t.co/rGDVFb03eQ #xplap
  • PerkyScience Mar 15 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    the funner the dice the more the Ss want to roll. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: Item ideas… +1 to a die roll, rearrange the pips on dice, Lock out a number on a die… So many more… #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    On that note, check out huge foam dice https://t.co/82vF9qZwzv #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Thanks much! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    My own homework calls. Thanks for a great chat @tishrich @mrmatera Catch ya later! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Hope to see you again soon! #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Say it isn't so! Last question of the night coming up in just a minute. Always sad to end this amazing hour! #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 15 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    We use them as a tiebreaker if there are two people who want to do the same task since we don't have class jobs #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Here's Q7! Game Jam!!! Let's see how many ideas we can share out in 8 minutes! #xplap
  • pentaclethra Mar 15 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    10 minutes till #scitlap chat! Get ready and be there. #tlap #scichat #ngss #xplap
  • MathDenisNJ Mar 15 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: I like using it for Alternate Endings to stories. Add different things to books and see how Ss respond #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: I use one of these for random events in my class. I make an event per ball and have a student pick a ball… Then the event happens #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A7: have different color bingo balls. Whatever one is chosen allows that color team to draw chance card or earn mystery xp. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A7: Additional items can be made around these. If you don’t like an event, draw another, add them together and do that event… #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A7 Drama is all about anticipation. Stall, stall, stall. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A7: Ss create bingo cards for things that are being taught. Then they switch cards and play the game when things are mentioned. #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 15 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A7: When making new seating charts, your number comes up, you pick your seat. #xplap #studentchoice
  • MrHentzen Mar 15 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I like this as an idea to intro a unit. Might have to try it next chapter. #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: Put a number on each kids seat… Draw a ball out and call on that student… #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Mar 15 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: With younger kids I played a game called who's the greatest, kids build four digit numbers using bingo balls one digit at a time. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    The Ss have a lot of fun with this experience. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • crombiesclass1 Mar 15 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: When the villain appears, he challenges a random student to a battle of wits. Bingo balls would be great for building tension #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    The #XPLAP crew is absolutely AMAZING! Thank you for sharing so much GOLD tonight! We hit the jackpot! Have a great rest of your week!
  • themaurywood Mar 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7: Several games in room have numbers, assign games by chance #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thanks #XPLAP community… Tonight was another great chat in the book.
  • biobythemathmom Mar 15 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7 made cards for life sized BINGO on floor tiles. Students pick questions and put them on answer square to compete for prize #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Check out latest Vlog post on #XPLAP here: https://t.co/8990gMbBRF Standard Base Gradebook setup. #edtech #edchat
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 15 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you @mrmatera for being such a terrific co-host! Love the amazing community that is growing here on #XPLAP from your awesome book!
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 15 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7 This is when I throw a random things into the game, such as a popsicle stick pull, dice roll or character curses #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 15 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    @tishrich and @mrmatera Thanks for a great chat. See ya next week #XPLAP crew.
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera