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My students have been playing "For Crown or Colony

My students have been playing "For Crown or Colony?" over the past week, and I needed a new way to make sure that they were understanding/paying attention to what they were learning from the game. I wanted this check-in to be quick, easy to mark, and with minimal clicking on my part. @Padlet came to my rescue. Here's how I set it up.⁣
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1. I posted a question with directions. My post was the only item visible on the page.⁣
2. Student didn't have to log in, they just created their own posts and added their names at the top. ⁣
3. To prevents students from copying each other, I make the posts require approval. This way, I could see all the posts, but they could not. I could provide a check next to their names as I gradually approved the posts. ⁣
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This worked. Students would review the posts the next day to see how their interactions with the game differed. It was easy and quick, and we all need more of that this year. I hope you're thriving and not just surviving right now in your classroom!⁣
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Allison⁣
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So basically today was about how much I look like

So basically today was about how much I look like my Bitmoji. 🤷🏻‍♀️ #greatkidslongyear #iteachmiddleschool #socialstudiesteacher #iteachhistory #hybridteaching #socialstudies #bitmoji #teachersofinstagram

I'm EXHAUSTED, but I'm starting to figure out how

I have a million tasks on my plate right now, but

I have a million tasks on my plate right now, but I may have spent some of my Saturday rearranging my plants. Swipe to see some of my faves. (Yes I have fave plants, don’t you?!)

#noregrets #havetograde #plantsaremyhappyplace #plantlady #houseplants #sundayvibes #homedecor #sundayscaries

The day after the President told teachers that the

I had another post scheduled for this evening, but

I had another post scheduled for this evening, but right now all I can think about is this tremendous loss and my concern for our country. She lived an admirable life, and the fears we have because of her death make me so sad.

Image from @theimpeccablewoman

Since many of us teaching remotely in some form th

One of the best things I did for myself this past

One of the best things I did for myself this past year was revive my garden. It had fallen to pieces the previous year. I was overwhelmed by life, and the garden was way too big for just me. It had become a place of stress instead of joy. This year, I cut it in half and had my Dad help me rebuild the beds. With a smaller garden, I was able to maintain the space properly. It looks so much better, I grew veggies and flowers again, and I love going out there now!

Never forget to keep a space for yourself. Both a tangible space and one in your mind.

I had the BEST day with students today. I introduc

I had the BEST day with students today. I introduced them to @pear_deck, and we were all able to collectively learn. They learned about the program, and I learned a bit more about them! I gave them a bunch of different kinds of questions to get them used to the platform. For one, they had to draw a historical event, and then their classmates had to guess which even they were drawing. I faced my computer towards the screen so that both my in class students and my remote students could participate. It was so cool! Everyone had a chance to be a part of the conversation.

I still look serious here however, because despite these positive experiences, we all have to stay vigilant. Keep cleaning, socially distancing, and keep that mask on! I want to at least keep hybrid schooling in my life, and that will only happen if our cases stay low.

Get some rest this weekend!

So, my first day back with students went by in a f

So, my first day back with students went by in a flash, so here’s a picture from the morning before the school day.

Honestly, for me today was pretty darn good. To see my AP kids in the room was just pure joy (I had them in seventh also.) The hybrid thing was weird, but we’ll get used to it. The seventh graders were still super cute - online or in person - and we all just seemed happy to be back. I know that it’s going to get more difficult, and I think that grading online is certainly going to kill me. However, I’m going to savor this moment. I just felt grateful to be back in my classroom. (Oh, and wearing a mask really wasn’t that bad.🤷🏻‍♀️)

I hope your day was good also, and if it wasn’t, I hope it gets better soon!

Although I’m finally going back to my classroom

Although I’m finally going back to my classroom this week, the circumstances of the past six months have meant that I’ve spent most of my time at home. I’ve managed to keep balance in part by taking long walks with my dog (Mabel), and obsessively listening to podcasts. I’ve found that I struggle with silence, and ambient noise and music also help me to settle my mind.

Generally speaking, I would just shove my iPhone into my pocket on my way out the door. My neighbors have really gotten to know my listening habits, as I take a walk every morning catching up with the news on NPR, or re-listening to the latest @officeladiespod.

When @sudio offered my the chance to try out their wireless earbuds, I basically sent a reply back that read - YES! I snapped up a hunter green pair and I am in love! Stylish and utilitarian is my jam! These ear buds work perfectly and they have made my walks much more enjoyable (and noise free for my neighbors).

You can snatch up your own pair with a 15% discount by using the code Peacefield. This code is good until November 24th! Let me know if you have any questions below!

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First day back. What do you think I was looking at

First day back. What do you think I was looking at when I took this photo? (Caption this)

My Google Site for my seventh graders is kind of r

@Repost from @librarycongress Today in History: H

@Repost from @librarycongress

Today in History: Hundreds of thousands of people arrived in the nation's capital to peacefully assemble and walk down the National Mall in 1963. Most of the photos of the 1963 March on Washington were shot in black and white for newspaper use. Professional colorist and visual historian Jordan Lloyd has created new versions to give vivid life to these powerful images through a partnership with the Library and @unsplash. Read more about the project on our blog at blogs.loc.gov.

#MarchOnWashington #TodayInHistory
#marchonwashington2020 #historyhasitseyesonyou #historyteacher #nojusticenopeace

I've had all the feelings lately. Wherever you're

I've had all the feelings lately. Wherever you're at in this back to school mess, I hope you're doing ok.

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