Category: Relationships and Engagement
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Would You Rather… Science Edition: How I Use Quick Questions to Build Thinking and Community
Read more: Would You Rather… Science Edition: How I Use Quick Questions to Build Thinking and CommunityThere’s something magical about a good “Would You Rather” question- the sillier the better. But what if I told you those same giggle-inducing questions could double as powerful tools for building classroom community and sneaky science thinking? Yep. I’m talking about using Would You Rather prompts as science warm-ups, discussion starters, and even formative assessment…
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My Favorite Back-to-School Sentence Starters That Set the Tone for the Year
Read more: My Favorite Back-to-School Sentence Starters That Set the Tone for the YearLet’s play a game. Think back to your very first day of school—as a student. Do you remember what your teacher said? No? Me neither. But I bet you remember how they made you feel. That’s why the first few things we say as teachers aren’t just filler. They’re a vibe. They’re setting the tone…
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Stop, Collaborate, and Connect: Why Building Classroom Community Beats Jumping Straight into the Curriculum
Read more: Stop, Collaborate, and Connect: Why Building Classroom Community Beats Jumping Straight into the CurriculumI know, I know. You’ve got a pacing guide breathing down your neck. Your admin wants data by Friday. Your seventh graders just asked if they’re dissecting frogs today. But before we start teaching the difference between mass and weight, let’s talk about the actual glue that holds your science classroom together: Relationships.(And no, not…
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