Sara Bateman

International teacher | reggio-inspired | inquiry-based learning |

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

My new "classroom". Doesn't have the same energy or enthusiasm as a real classroom, but at least it has good coffee.

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Learning about linear measurement. Student question "how would you measure a banana, because it curves around?" Let the inquiry begin! #Grade1 #mathisfun

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Our Math corner is starting to come together with our current #standardsformathematicalpractice, our co-created number wall, and our math tools. Looking forward to a math-filled year in #grade1

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

First graders decomposing 12 like champs! Experimenting with symbols, drawings, and numbers.

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Start at 55 and try to fill up the entire board, only writing numbers that are next to each other vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. "This was hard at the beginning and I made mistakes and had to start over.. but I feel good now!" #growthmindset #maths #challenge #grade1

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Giving students an opportunity to look closer at plant parts. Zooming in with magnifying glasses and taking apart with scissors. "What do we do with the plant parts after we've finished exploring? I know! Let's make art"- Gr.1 student. Inspired by my course with @ProjectZeroHGSE

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

#Documentation enhances teaching and learning... and student-led conferences! I love it when our boards catch a parent's eye and they have to pause and look closer.

[Keri-Lee Beasley @klbeasley]

Hey G1 teachers, @gwaswissg1 would love to interact with other G1 classes. Please follow and RT so they can build up their network of fabulous Early Years educators! @PanaAsavavatana @jksuth @traintheteacher @TaraLinney #isedcoach #pypchat #sisrocks #ibpyp @B_Sheridan

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

Data + Relationships = Balance, says educator @Greg_Moffitt. #BiteSizedPD

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Which shape is the strongest? Building shapes and creating structures during our morning #makerspace with @aleaf
#STEAM #grade1

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

May or may not have already ordered these amazing resources from @klbeasley's seminar on Communicating Effectively in a Visual World. Feeling inspired! #Learning2

[Ainsley Cameron @ainsleycameron]

Doctors are being told to prescribe play. Play is essential for our children’s future. #play #playmatters #prioritizeplay

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Wonderful student quote to start off the New Year: "A classroom is a great place to solve a mystery". I have to agree with you there kid. Excited to solve mysteries, explore, and investigate our way through 2019.
#Inquiry #earlyyears #Grade1 @ZISnews

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Reflecting on #writersworkshop session and one boy says “I’m excited because today I learned that I write better standing up. In kindergarten, when I sat, I had so much trouble writing. But today, when I stand, I love it and I can write!” #flexibleseating #grade1

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Why is play important? It allows students to use the skills and content you’ve taught in an authentic and engaging way. Data collection, writing, patterns/symmetry, and more #playbasedlearning #grade1 @ZISnews

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Looking for quick and fun #math activity for Grade 1 Parents to do at meet the teacher night. Ideally promoting #growthmindset and #inquiry. Any ideas? #mathchat #elemschool #edchat #teacher

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

@joepurdy I just bought tickets for your show in Zurich as a present for my BF’s birthday. Any chance you can play Mary May & Bobby? We love that song!

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

#storyworkshop in #kindergarten. What story or scene can you create using natural #LooseParts?

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Observing, labeling, and writing like scientists! Exploring the forest and researching nonfiction books.

[Sara Bateman @_sarabateman]

Celebrating our little authors today! Gallery walk with post-it notes, giving feedback on published personal narratives #ZISLearns