Creating the Tallest Cup Tower: A STEM Challenge
…of 30 minutes. Although it sounds easy, trust me, it isn’t! I am continually surprised at the different ideas students generate to solve this problem. Students, by nature, are creative…
…of 30 minutes. Although it sounds easy, trust me, it isn’t! I am continually surprised at the different ideas students generate to solve this problem. Students, by nature, are creative…
…came up to me and said, “Thank you for making me smile. I saw your t-shirt. It brought a smile to my face. Sometimes you just forget. It was a…
…idea to which you are connecting. Mention a key idea, fact, or opinion the other person shared. Clearly state your own question, opinion, or idea. For example, “Julie, I can…
…photos, art work, certificates etc. all with captions from the kids. It worked extremely well, particularly with the less academic children. Kelly Witte – I do one that says, “I…
…using the partial quotients structure. If they start by giving each kid $40, and then give each kid $11 more, it is going to look like this. Other kids will…
…Korean name. Joey came to Unhei’s house. Joey showed Unhei his Korean name stamp. Story Elements – List title, author, characters, setting, beginning, middle, end, orproblem & solution. Strong Thought…
…and access to certain programs you have in your classroom. 1. Listening with Computers/Laptops/Chromebooks The files will play on any media (iTunes, Windows Media Player, QuickTime, etc.). Option One for…
…today. Angela Watson’s newest book, Unshakeable: 20 Ways to Enjoy Teaching Every Day … No Matter What, has that and more! Every chapter is AMAZING, filled with wisdom, encouragement, and…
…to keep instruction on track. Right away, students learn the 5 “classroom-transforming” rules shown on the right. Last summer, Chris Biffle, the founder of the Whole Brain Teaching movement, offered…
…shocked! “You mean we can’t work out the problems on paper even if we want to?” “Nope. Sorry. Only the calculator.” After I scored the tests, I taught several guided…
…they all get quiet. Linda Legman – I say , “1, 2, 3, look at me!” They respond, “1, 2, look at you!” Sam Shaw – I’ve got a plastic…
…names of the staff members who have perfect attendance for the month in a hat. Draw a name (or two,three . . . ) out of the hat. Those names…
