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#TeachChat Archive – Making Social Studies Fun and Practical – Dec. 21, 2011

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For fun and exciting ways to teach social studies and geography in your elementary or middle school classroom, check out the transcript from the #TeachChat on December 21, 2011.  To read it, scroll to the bottom and read UP!

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:10pm via TweetChat

Have a great night everyone! I’ll see you soon! ~Brandi =) #TeachChat

 

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kbkonnected

 

10:09pm via TweetDeck

@MsMensing Right back at u! Really enjoyed the #teachchat Have a happy holiday.

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:09pm via TweetChat

@kbkonnected Thank you!! I’m glad you were here! #TeachChat

 

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WatchKnowLearn

 

10:09pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff Thanks… I stopped in at the VERY END. (Busy wrapping gifts!) #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:09pm via TweetChat

@PennilessTchr So glad you made it tonight! =) #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:09pm via TweetChat

@christina564 Thanks so much for being here! =) #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:08pm via TweetChat

@topcntryfn Thanks for being here tonight! (Sorry you didn’t win! ;-) ) #TeachChat

 

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MsMensing

 

10:08pm via TweetChat

@kbkonnected Thanks for all the awesome resources! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:08pm via TweetChat

@mrsd5107 Thanks for being here! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:08pm via TweetChat

@nicenluvli You too!! #TeachChat

 

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kbkonnected

 

10:07pm via TweetDeck

Glad I popped in. So many fab ideas! @reallygoodstuff Thanks…Great moderating! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:07pm via TweetChat

Have a wonderful holiday and an amazing New Year! We’ll be back with you on Wednesday, January 4th at 9pm for our next #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:06pm via TweetChat

If you missed any of tonight’s chat,the transcript will be posted 2morrow on The Teachers’ Lounge blog.reallygoodstuff.com #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

 

10:06pm via TweetChat

I want to wish everyone a Merry Xmas & Happy New Year…Enjoy your Holidays!!! #teachchat

 

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mrsd5107

 

10:06pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Thank you! So glad I was able to join in! Love everyone’s ideas! #teachchat

 

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kbkonnected

 

10:06pm via TweetDeck

Online News/magazines (all Free!) are great for current events. Here’s a bunch. bit.ly/tunCUI #teachchat #elemchat #spedchat

 

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topcntryfn

 

10:06pm via TweetChat

The chat was so fun, it went by so fast! haha #teachchat

 

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PennilessTchr

 

10:06pm via TweetChat

Thank you! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:05pm via TweetChat

If you won, please email me your mailing address at TeachersLounge@ReallyGoodStuff.com and we’ll get your goodies out to you. #TeachChat

 

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christina564

 

10:05pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Great ideas! Thanks for the conversation tonight! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:05pm via TweetChat

Thank you all so much for joining me tonight and sharing your amazing ideas! It’s been, as always, an absolute pleasure. #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

 

10:04pm via TweetChat

@christina564 That’s the best way! I do that but wish I could dedicate more time to it! #teachchat

 

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PennilessTchr

 

10:04pm via TweetChat

Many publishers list books by interest level #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

 

10:04pm via TweetChat

Audio books help! RT @christina564: #TeachChat So many of my kids read below grade level, but need to read grade level Content! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:03pm via TweetChat

@Cameo33: Wonderful! =) #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

 

10:03pm via TweetChat

I know!It’s sad!RT @nicenluvli Unfortunately 2 many state mandated assessments&requirements limit our time 2 dedicate it 2 SS :( #TeachChat

 

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christina564

 

10:03pm via TweetChat

@nicenluvli Teach it during Reading time… I always integrate, integrate, integrate! #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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WatchKnowLearn

 

10:03pm via web

@coatsea We have 17 videos on this link (all free) that may help you with your Flat Stanley project watchknowlearn.org/Category.aspx?… #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

10:02pm via TweetChat

That’s so true! RT @christina564: #TeachChat So many of my kids read below grade level, but need to read grade level Content! #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

10:02pm via TweetChat

Time, not tested sure is a big issue. Our District does have us give semester tests, but that’s it. #teachchat

 

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nicenluvli

10:02pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Unfortunately too many state mandated assessments and requirements limit our time to dedicate it to SS :( #teachchat

 

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Cameo33

10:02pm via Twitter for iPhone

@ReallyGoodStuff I just signed up for the postcard exchange! I’m going to put a request out on Facebook! how exciting! #TeachChat

 

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christina564

10:01pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat So many of my kids read below grade level, but need to read grade level Content! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

10:01pm via TweetChat

If you do want to want to get a postcard for your project, the cut off is Sun, so be sure to sign-up by then ow.ly/87byJ #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

10:01pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff I love the way you have provided centers/stations for reading and this is a great way to incorporate SS/Geo. #teachchat

 

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kbkonnected

10:01pm via TweetDeck

iEARN i-neat site 4 cool collaboration projects 4 students around the world. bit.ly/fHeYmG Neat way 2 connect! #teachchat #elemchat

 

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christina564

10:01pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I would like to have titles of books that are written on lower reading levels but high interest! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

10:00pm via TweetChat

Good!! =) RT @topcntryfn: Many more ideas now though! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:59pm via TweetChat

Is there anything we can do to help make it easier for you to integrate it? or is it just a time/not tested issue? #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:59pm via TweetChat

Yeah! Thank you! Love this chat! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: You win! #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:59pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat CCSS are being implemented in K this year. #TeachChat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:59pm via TweetChat

@Cameo33 kids love getting mail! #TeachChat

 

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vmontgomery48

9:59pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff This just means that different people relate to materials differently. Some need to touch,read,music.#TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:58pm via TweetChat

You win! RT @mrsd5107: Finding the time in an already packed curriculum and day to give it the necessary attention it needs! #TeachChat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:58pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff not enough time #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:58pm via TweetChat

Try the postcard project! ow.ly/87byJ RT @Cameo33 my school has no technology or library available any ideas for kinder? #TeachChat

 

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MsMensing

9:57pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Biggest challenge – not enough access to #technolgy. There is no better way to show kids the world! #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:57pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat hmmm…not tested, no time to devote to it. UGH…terrible, but true #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:57pm via TweetChat

Many more ideas now though! #teachchat

 

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mrsd5107

9:57pm via TweetChat

AnswertoQ4: Finding the time in an already packed curriculum and day to give it the necessary attention it needs! #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:57pm via TweetChat

Probably not enough resources. #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:57pm via TweetChat

RT @KTVee …wanted to give a shout-out for Skype as a GREAT way to learn about other cultures / places! #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:57pm via TweetChat

Not enough time in the day:( #teachchat

 

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Cameo33

9:56pm via Twitter for iPhone

@reallygoodstuff my school has no technology or library available. any ideas for kinder? #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:56pm via TweetChat

Q4: What is your biggest challenge integrating social studies/geography into your lessons? A3 wins! #TeachChat

 

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KTVee

9:55pm via web

Sorry to duck out of the chat — but wanted to give a shout-out for Skype as a GREAT way to learn about other cultures / places! #teachchat

 

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mrsd5107

9:55pm via TweetChat

I have also collected resources on website: geo games, virtual field trips, etc. teachersclass.net/douthard/socst… #teachchat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:55pm via TweetChat

@christina564 when is your state to start implementing CCSS? I would start there. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:55pm via TweetChat

Let’s do one more quick giveaway before we close for the night….get ready =) #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:55pm via TweetChat

Thanks! I’m having trouble with my computer:( #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:55pm via TweetChat

RT @kbkonnected: How about a LIVE African Safari. Havent done it in a while but its super cool. bit.ly/jeS0Ua #teachchat #TeachChat

 

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MsMensing

9:54pm via TweetChat

@kbkonnected This African Safari idea is awesome! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:54pm via TweetChat

I see you! =) RT @nicenluvli: I dont know if my postings can be seen?? #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:54pm via TweetChat

Neat! RT @kbkonnected: How about a LIVE African Safari. Havent done it in a while but its super cool. bit.ly/jeS0Ua #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:54pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat …and that’s why I’m here tonight @PennilessTchr #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:53pm via TweetChat

and Letterboxing (which I just found out about today from one of the awesome people at Really Good Stuff) ow.ly/87bhB #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:53pm via TweetChat

Never heard of it, thanks! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: there is geocaching ow.ly/87bb0 #teachchat

 

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nicenluvli

9:53pm via TweetChat

I don’t know if my postings can be seen?? #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:53pm via TweetChat

there is geocaching ow.ly/87bb0 #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:52pm via TweetChat

If you have the ability to go on field trips or want to suggest fun ones for your students’ families, #TeachChat

 

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kbkonnected

9:52pm via TweetDeck

How about a LIVE African Safari. Haven’t done it in a while but it’s super cool. bit.ly/jeS0Ua #teachchat #elemchat #spedchat #sschat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:52pm via TweetChat

The CCSS for socialstudies is included in the Language Arts CCSS. A bit confusing. #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:52pm via TweetChat

In 4th and 5th grade, we have not started CCSS and the emphasis is on US History with geography integrated. #teachchat

 

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MsMensing

9:52pm via TweetChat

I did a United States postcard project this year. It was fun! goo.gl/24rPE #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:52pm via TweetChat

Love those books! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: The Flat Stanley project to go along with the book ow.ly/87bEq #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:51pm via TweetChat

True! RT @vmontgomery48: also along with the community you could add culture in it as well so that all students are included. #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:51pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I don’t currently teach SS/Geo, but I wonder if it’s going to be integrated with CCSS implementation #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:51pm via TweetChat

The Flat Stanley project to go along with the book ow.ly/87bEq #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:50pm via TweetChat

A few more ideas & links for you since time is getting short…. postcard projects ow.ly/87byJ #TeachChat

 

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mr_avery

9:50pm via TweetDeck

@mrsd5107 Absolutely. We’ll have to plan something for after the holidays. #teachchat

 

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mrsd5107

9:49pm via TweetChat

@mr_avery We need to hook up! Right now I am Skyping with @llacrosse in Ohio for Science. #teachchat

 

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vmontgomery48

9:49pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff also along with the community you could add culture in it as well so that all students are included. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:49pm via TweetChat

@christina564 ;-) #TeachChat

 

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mr_avery

9:48pm via TweetDeck

@mrsd5107 Love Mystery Skyping. Not only great for teaching map skills but great team building activity #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:48pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat It should have read How ARE… haha Oh well, this isn’t literacy tonight! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:48pm via TweetChat

Sign up for our postcard giveaway – I’m sending them out from Valley Forge! RT @shammanaj: I love teaching American Revolution. #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:48pm via TweetChat

Using Mystery Skype has also opened the doors to geography questions. I know @mr_avery has also done some! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:47pm via TweetChat

Great question! RT @christina564: #TeachChat How is CCSS transforming the way you teach SS/Geography? #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:47pm via TweetChat

@foxynsilver @topcntryfn Thanks! #teachchat

 

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shammanaj

9:47pm via TweetDeck

I love teaching American Revolution. Great resource: bit.ly/akd7Rn #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:46pm via TweetChat

@MsMensing Well, that’s really true! #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:46pm via TweetChat

You win! Congratulations! =) RT @AaNnGgLlAa: @ReallyGoodStuff our community #TeachChat

 

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foxynsilver

9:45pm via web

@mrsd5107 thanks, thats a great idea #teachchat

 

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mr_avery

9:45pm via TweetDeck

@ReallyGoodStuff I love teaching about different cultures. With the opportunities with technology, so easy to connect with others #teachchat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:45pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff our community #TeachChat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:45pm via TweetChat

Love these! RT @mr_avery: t.co/JuRr16zP#teach… #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:45pm via TweetChat

Land and water formations…kids love it! #teachchat

 

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MsMensing

9:44pm via TweetChat

I have students create #google sites when learning about geo. When’s the last time someone sent away 4 a brochure? #teachchat #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:44pm via TweetChat

Community Helpers #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:44pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat How is CCSS transforming the way you teach SS/Geography? #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:44pm via TweetChat

I use a Weather Map lesson for 4th graders that also helps with map skills as well as weather symbols. #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:44pm via TweetChat

Awesome, thanks! RT @mrsd5107: I have the Google Earth lesson w/ resources website if anyone is interested.. teachersclass.net/douthard/gaetc… #teachchat

 

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mr_avery

9:44pm via TweetDeck

Students loved it. Plus it was great to plug coordinates in on Google Maps after and see how close we were on paper maps #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:44pm via TweetChat

Q3: What is your favorite social studies/geography topic to teach? A3 wins! #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:43pm via TweetChat

Haha! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: Monday morning stress relief ;-) RT @topcntryfn: Im sure they loved watching you throw it though. lol #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:43pm via TweetChat

@mr_avery Great idea! I live on the New Madrid Fault line! #TeachChat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:43pm via TweetChat

@mr_avery cool idea #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:43pm via TweetChat

RT @mr_avery: We just completed a combo science/s.s. project where we mapped out recent earthquake locations using lat/long coord #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:42pm via TweetChat

I have the Google Earth lesson w/ resources website if anyone is interested.. teachersclass.net/douthard/gaetc… #teachchat

 

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mr_avery

9:42pm via TweetDeck

We plotted them out on a regular map on paper and then on Google Earth after bit.ly/sR7VOX #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:42pm via TweetChat

Monday morning stress relief ;-) RT @topcntryfn: Im sure they loved watching you throw it though. lol #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:42pm via TweetChat

Travel brochures are also a fun way to engage your reluctant readers! #TeachChat

 

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mr_avery

9:42pm via TweetDeck

Helped us discuss why earthquakes were happening where as well as learn how to plot locations based on coordinates #teachchat

 

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mr_avery

9:41pm via TweetDeck

We just completed a combo science/s.s. project where we mapped out recent earthquake locations using lat/long coordinates #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:41pm via TweetChat

Great idea!! RT @christina564: #TeachChat My kids made brochures to put in our Community Welcome Center! #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:41pm via TweetChat

I’m sure they loved watching you throw it though. lol RT @ReallyGoodStuff: @topcntryfn Magnetic! Magnetic! lol #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:41pm via TweetChat

Travel brochures are WONDERFUL! RT @PennilessTchr: I love to have students make travel brochures#TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:41pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat My kids made brochures to put in our Community Welcome Center! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:41pm via TweetChat

Welcome! Social studies and geography lesson ideas RT @mr_avery: Just hopping in. Whats the topic tonight? #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:40pm via TweetChat

Welcome! RT @mrsd5107: I have used Google Earth to teach landforms to second graders using a graphic organizer.is this the topic? #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:40pm via TweetChat

S.S./GeographyRT @mr_avery: Just hopping in. Whats the topic tonight? #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:40pm via TweetChat

@topcntryfn Magnetic! Magnetic! lol #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:40pm via TweetChat

It was a multi-grade 3/4/5 RT @nicenluvli: @ReallyGoodStuff What grade were you teaching? #TeachChat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:40pm via TweetChat

I love to have students make travel brochures#TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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mr_avery

9:39pm via TweetDeck

Just hopping in. What’s the topic tonight? #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:39pm via TweetChat

It front of the kids? haha RT @ReallyGoodStuff: magnetic dart at it. Wherever it landed was our location of the week. #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:39pm via TweetChat

It was a great way to compare and contrast different parts of the country throughout the year. #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:39pm via TweetChat

I have used Google Earth to teach landforms to second graders using a graphic organizer…is this the topic? #teachchat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:39pm via TweetChat

I love to have students make travel brochures #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:39pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff What grade were you teaching? #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:39pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I like the “Travel Journals” idea! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:39pm via TweetChat

If it landed in the Atlantic or Pacific, we’d find facts about them too. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:38pm via TweetChat

We’d record it in our “Travel Journals” and students would research quick facts about it throughout the week. #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:38pm via TweetChat

We used a Venn Diagram and a T-Chart for compare & Contrast! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:37pm via TweetChat

magnetic dart at it. Wherever it landed was our location of the week. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:37pm via TweetChat

meeting. I had a map of the USA on the board (you could also do world, state, region, etc.) and every Monday I’d throw a #TeachChat

 

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mrsd5107

9:37pm via TweetChat

Just joining in…hello! #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:36pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I think a graphic organizer is necessary. 3-2-1 3 Things I learned, 2 things I knew, and 1 think I want to know #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:36pm via TweetChat

Teaching students map skills is also so important. One of my favorite activities was to include a random location in our morning #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:36pm via TweetChat

A virtual trip would have been awesome since we studied about Xmas in Mexico, Holland, Italy and USA!!!! #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:36pm via TweetChat

That’d be fun! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: Even a virtual trip to Alaska would be so different for those in the lower 48 states. #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:35pm via TweetChat

Welcome! =) RT @Cameo33: @ReallyGoodStuff kindergarten California #TeachChat

 

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kbkonnected

9:35pm via Tumblr

Photo: 7 LiveBinders for Social Studies LOADED with Resources! #teachchat #sschat #elemchat #spedchat Full… tmblr.co/ZTGUDyDbzqKr

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:35pm via TweetChat

Even a virtual trip to Alaska would be so different for those in the lower 48 states. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:34pm via TweetChat

Studying Mexico and Canada through virtual trips would be great for comparing/contrasting parts of N. America! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:33pm via TweetChat

That would great! RT @nicenluvli: Mexico, most of my students are Mexican-American and have never been there! #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:33pm via TweetChat

WTG @shammanaj #teachchat

 

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shammanaj

9:33pm via TweetDeck

@ReallyGoodStuff Woo hoo! Thanks! #teachchat

 

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Cameo33

9:33pm via Twitter for iPhone

@ReallyGoodStuff kindergarten California #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:32pm via TweetChat

RT @vmontgomery48: for those students who cannot afford a trip this would be a very good way for them and the class to learn. #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:32pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Mars is a great idea! @shammanaj #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:32pm via TweetChat

You win! That would be an awesome trip! RT @shammanaj: @ReallyGoodStuff Surface of Mars! Because we study planets in 5th #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:31pm via TweetChat

@nicenluvli Sorry, meant to say Mexican-American! #teachchat

 

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vmontgomery48

9:31pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff for those students who cannot afford a trip this would be a very good way for them and the class to learn. #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:31pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I’d like to visit the Catacombs because the Plague interests me… The whole society’s dynamics #TeachChat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:31pm via TweetChat

space, our school is celebrating 20 years being open… we are named after Discovery shuttle #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:31pm via TweetChat

All of the links will be posted on Friday and in tomorrow’s transcript just in case you miss any tonight. #TeachChat

 

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shammanaj

9:31pm via TweetDeck

@ReallyGoodStuff Surface of Mars! Because we study planets in 5th #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:31pm via TweetChat

Washington DC to see the monuments! Fits in with standards. #teachchat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:31pm via TweetChat

The Moon! #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:31pm via TweetChat

Mexico, most of my students are Mexian-American and have never been there! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:30pm via TweetChat

You certainly could! RT @christina564: #TeachChat Do you ever tie an assessment to a virtual field trip? #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:29pm via TweetChat

Q2: Where would you like your students to take a virtual visit and why? Answer 3 wins! #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:29pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Do you ever tie an assessment to a virtual field trip? #TeachChat

 

topcntryfn

9:29pm via TweetChat

I can’t wait to check out all these awesome websites!!! #teachchat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:29pm via TweetChat

There are literally, thousands of field trips that you can take without ever having to leave the classroom! #TeachChat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:28pm via TweetChat

And to tie in w/the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War,there’s a virtual tour of Gettysburg that’s very cool ow.ly/87aHE #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:28pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Thanks for the link. Love teaching about Egypt! #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:27pm via TweetChat

@christina564 Never thought about that! Thanks for the tip! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:27pm via TweetChat

To tie in with the Magic Tree House book in Egypt, you can take students for a tour of the Egyptian Pyramids ow.ly/87aZy #TeachChat

 

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shammanaj

9:27pm via TweetDeck

Love virtual field trips! Thank you! #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:26pm via TweetChat

#teachchat Zamzar #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:26pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff THANKS, I am saving these sites as we go so I don’t forget them! #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:26pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Download it and convert it at home using a web 2.0 site like Zamzer, upload it to a flash drive @topcntryfan #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:25pm via TweetChat

While talking about Presidents Day or American history – a virtual tour of The White House – ow.ly/87aQz #TeachChat

 

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PennilessTchr

9:25pm via TweetChat

There is a new Education You Tube, you can ask your district to unblock. #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:24pm via TweetChat

Google Lit Trips would be awesome RT @nicenluvli: any good sites to use for kinder students? #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:24pm via TweetChat

For Chinese New Year or a unit on China – The Great Wall of China field trip – ow.ly/87aEV #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:24pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I’ve made notes, and will check it out! Thanks! #TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:24pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Youtube is blocked by the district. :( #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:24pm via TweetChat

Some other fun virtual trips I found for you are…. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:23pm via TweetChat

It’s awesome! And you can request new trips/lit be added! RT @christina564: #teachChat Oh, Google Lit Trips is new to me! #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:23pm via TweetChat

any good sites to use for kinder students? #teachchat

 

topcntryfn

9:23pm via TweetChat

Me too! RT @christina564: #teachChat Oh, Google Lit Trips is new to me! #teachchat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:23pm via TweetChat

YouTube also has some great virtual field trips, but, of course, you have to preview them first! #TeachChat

 

christina564

9:22pm via TweetChat

#teachChat Oh, Google Lit Trips is new to me! #TeachChat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:22pm via TweetChat

Make Way for Ducklings, for example, is a Google Lit Trip that takes students around the area in Boston #TeachChat

 

christina564

9:22pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Google Earth captivates my students! Seeing Guam, for instance, on that site spurs them to read more. #TeachChat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:21pm via TweetChat

Google Lit Trips is a great site for finding a field trip using Google Earth that corresponds w/a book ow.ly/87aAw #TeachChat

 

vmontgomery48

9:21pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff American Milestone The TransContinental Railroad #TeachChat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:20pm via TweetChat

I bet they’re high-interest for the boys too! @christina564 #TeachChat

 

christina564

9:20pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I use a lot of Ann Rinaldi books to teach older grades. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:19pm via TweetChat

After students are interested in reading about different places,what better way to expand the lesson than w/ a virtual field trip #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:18pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I choose that series because my students know little about the war in the Pacific compared to Europe. #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:18pm via TweetChat

RT @topcntryfn: I like the David picture books as they talk about character, fits in well w/Social Studies,beginning of the year! #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:18pm via TweetChat

Oh! Those are good too! RT @shammanaj: In Their Own Words-biographies from Scholastic bit.ly/rMEISo #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:17pm via TweetChat

I love BOOK FLIX, it’s thru scholastic! fun way to link fiction to nonfiction #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:16pm via TweetChat

I like the David picture books as they talk about character, which fits in well with Social Studies, beginning of the year! #teachchat

 

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christina564

9:16pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I teach fifth. It’s a series by Harry Mazer…Pearl Harbor #TeachChat

 

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shammanaj

9:16pm via TweetDeck

In Their Own Words-biographies from Scholastic bit.ly/rMEISo #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:15pm via TweetChat

I’ve never heard of them! What grade level would you say they’re for? RT @christina564: #TeachChat Boy at War series…WWII #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:15pm via TweetChat

You win! RT @christina564: #TeachChat Boy at War series…WWII #TeachChat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:14pm via TweetChat

@KTVee part time kindergarten #TeachChat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:14pm via TweetChat

@topcntryfn They were new to me too, but I really liked them! #TeachChat

 

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vmontgomery48

9:14pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff Encourage them to share dances, songs and stories that make up family traditions. #TeachChat

 

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christina564

9:14pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Boy at War series…WWII #TeachChat

 

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KTVee

9:14pm via TweetChat

Dear America! #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:14pm via TweetChat

Welcome! Great to see you! RT @nicenluvli: most definitely…it is the best way to introduce a new theme! #TeachChat

 

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coatsea

9:14pm via web

#teachchat Love using Flat Stanley to teach geography

 

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KTVee

9:13pm via TweetChat

@AaNnGgLlAa make it real for them and engage them in projects – what age? #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:13pm via TweetChat

Me too! They’re so helpful! RT @KTVee: @ReallyGoodStuff Magic Tree House is great! Love that they have research guides too #TeachChat

 

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nicenluvli

9:13pm via TweetChat

most definitely…it is the best way to introduce a new theme! #teachchat

 

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topcntryfn

9:13pm via TweetChat

Never heard of it! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: Kane Press Social Studies books are really geared toward the 2-4 grade level #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:13pm via TweetChat

Question 1: What is your favorite book series that includes a social studies aspect to it? Answer 2 wins! #TeachChat

 

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KTVee

9:12pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Magic Tree House is great! Love that they have research guides too #teachchat

 

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:12pm via TweetChat

Kane Press’ Social Studies books are really geared toward the 2-4 grade level #TeachChat

 

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vmontgomery48

9:11pm via web

@Reallgoodstuff One way to keep young children interested is by substituting interactive exercises,reading assignments.#TeachChat

 

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topcntryfn

9:11pm via TweetChat

I love the Magic Tree House series! #teachchat

 

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:11pm via TweetChat

any recommendations for kids with very short attention spans? #TeachChat

 

PennilessTchr

9:11pm via TweetChat

It took me a long time to gain the confidence of teachers so I could pull books for their unites. #TeachChat #TeachChat

 

DCraig42

9:11pm via TweetDeck

bit.ly/o36V9V kidblog is a great way to bring Social Studies and all learning to life for kids. #teachchat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:10pm via TweetChat

The Magic Tree House series is excellent for engaging students of all elementary grades. ow.ly/87blh #TeachChat

 

DianaPuffer

9:09pm via Twubs

@ReallyGoodStuff my coteacher does it #teachchat

 

ReallyGoodStuff

9:09pm via TweetChat

So, one of the easiest ways to integrate social studies and geography into your everyday lessons is with read-alouds. #TeachChat

ReallyGoodStuff

9:08pm via TweetChat

I used to teach in AZ too! RT @shammanaj: 5th grade in Arizona #TeachChat

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:08pm via TweetChat

k in washington state #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:08pm via TweetChat

But you can still fit in geography! RT @DianaPuffer: bummer for me, I teach ath and science only #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:07pm via TweetChat

Super! Welcome everyone! It’s great to see the range of grades! #TeachChat

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KTVee

9:07pm via TweetChat

3 to 6 gifted in Missouri #teachchat

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shammanaj

9:07pm via TweetDeck

5th grade in Arizona #teachchat

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DCraig42

9:07pm via TweetDeck

4th in NY #teachchat

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DianaPuffer

9:07pm via Twubs

bummer for me, I teach ath and science only #teachchat

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PennilessTchr

9:07pm via TweetChat

Florida here, librarian K-6 #TeachChat #TeachChat

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christina564

9:06pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat I teach fifth grade and live in Arkansas #TeachChat

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:06pm via TweetChat

@MrsStanford724 Kinder here too #TeachChat

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topcntryfn

9:06pm via TweetChat

2nd Florida. #teachchat

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KTVee

9:06pm via TweetChat

RT @AaNnGgLlAa: what grade does everyone teach? / I teach 3 thru 6th #teachchat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:05pm via TweetChat

Welcome! =) RT @MrsStanford724: #TeachChat hello all! #TeachChat

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topcntryfn

9:05pm via TweetChat

@ReallyGoodStuff Awesome love new links to check out! #teachchat

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MrsStanford724

9:05pm via Twitter for iPhone

@AaNnGgLlAa #TeachChat k here!

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:05pm via TweetChat

Let’s start by having everyone give us their grade level and state. #TeachChat

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christina564

9:05pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Sounds great! I teach fifth grade. #TeachChat

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MrsStanford724

9:05pm via Twitter for iPhone

#TeachChat hello all!

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:04pm via TweetChat

Oh! And of course we have some Really Good Stuff giveaways all night so be sure to watch for them! #TeachChat

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:04pm via TweetChat

what grade does everyone teach? #TeachChat

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KTVee

9:04pm via TweetChat

@DianaPuffer youre almost there! #teachchat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:04pm via TweetChat

I’ve got a bunch of links for you tonight, but don’t worry if you miss them – the archive will be posted tomorrow morning =) #TeachChat

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DianaPuffer

9:03pm via Twubs

@KTVee one more day for me.. #teachchat

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AaNnGgLlAa

9:03pm via TweetChat

hi everyone #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:03pm via TweetChat

Welcome! =) RT @KTVee: Yeah! Excited for a great chat while Im on Christmas break! #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:03pm via TweetChat

Tonight we’re going to be talking about fun social studies and geography ideas! #TeachChat

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KTVee

9:03pm via TweetChat

Yeah! Excited for a great chat while Im on Christmas break! #teachchat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:02pm via TweetChat

Welcome! RT @DianaPuffer: good evening all…what is the topic? #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:02pm via TweetChat

Hi there! =) RT @vmontgomery48: @ReallyGoodStuff hi everyone #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:02pm via TweetChat

If no one is responding to you, it’s probably because you haven’t included the hashtag #TeachChat

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topcntryfn

9:02pm via TweetChat

Party! RT @ReallyGoodStuff: Its 9pm and we are ready to get started! #teachchat

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DianaPuffer

9:02pm via Twubs

good evening all…what is the topic? #teachchat

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vmontgomery48

9:02pm via web

@ReallyGoodStuff hi everyone #TeachChat

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christina564

9:01pm via TweetChat

#TeachChat Looking forward to learning something new! #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:01pm via TweetChat

My name is Brandi and I’ll be moderating tonight. Just a reminder to be sure to put #TeachChat in your tweet so we see you! #TeachChat

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:00pm via TweetChat

It’s 9pm and we are ready to get started! #TeachChat

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TeachChat

9:00pm via HootSuite

Welcome to #TeachChat with Really Good Stuff! Thanks so much for joining us during this holiday week!

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ReallyGoodStuff

9:00pm via HootSuite

Welcome to #TeachChat with Really Good Stuff! Thanks so much for joining us during this holiday week!


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