Gail Nelson

Elementary school librarian, lifelong learner, excited about connecting kids with books, explorer of engaging technology, and Maker enthusiast.

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Hour of code! Students are totally engaged solving problems by writing code.
@hcsrsd10ct #HourofCode

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Hour of Code! Having so much fun coding dance moves with unplugged @codeorg Dance Party! @hcsrsd10ct #HourOfCode

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

First graders had so much fun making their own robots after hearing Randy Riley's Greatest Hit. @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

This kindergartener's ladybug would like to tell you a little about herself! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Ks shared what they had learned about their insects by giving them voices! Great job!! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

@SANDRA_MARKLE @hcsrsd10ct Thank YOU for writing such engaging nonfiction books for children. We love your work!

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

What If You Had an Animal Nose? Well, there's one way to find out...!
Gr 1s enjoyed @SANDRA_MARKLE 's book @hcsrsd10ct

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Ks are finishing their insect inquiry by making bugs! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Great work HCS Inventors!!!! We are so proud of all of you!!! @hcsrsd10ct https://t.co/IizdveNXC4

[Michele Deeb @not2_L8_2learn]

What an AMAZING experience for the fab 4 at National Invention Convention at the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan. Their inventions were alongside some of the greatest inventions ever created in the world! So proud of them all!

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Wow! This is fantastic!!! So exciting! @hcsrsd10ct https://t.co/NYcwyMjUJa

[Michele Deeb @not2_L8_2learn]

RSD10 Winner just announced at National Invention Convention!!! Wahoo! #IfYouCanDreamItYouCANAchieveIt!!

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

STEM Club: Great day for a paddle boat STEM challenge! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Thank you to Ms. Jenny Dickson, wildlife biologist from the CT DEEP, who shared her vast knowledge of endangered animals in CT with gr 4 students! A great way to research: ask an expert! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Ks are investigating to find answers to their questions. "Do paper wasps make honey?" @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

STEM Club challenge: Use 3D design software to design a bubble wand. Our creative kids knocked it out of the park! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Gr 2 STEM Challenge: Design a container so Dash robot can pick up the recyclables then program him to run the route. @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

"Who made that?" "What's it made of?" Ks in the Wondering phase of the inquiry process. @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

@Nort10M 's 4th graders enjoyed a Mystery Skype with a 4th grade class from Colorado! @hcsrsd10ct Both classes did a great job using map skills & asking questions to pinpoint locations!

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

Ss have been writing thank you notes to the amazing Patricia Polacco after her visit. What an impression she made! @hcsrsd10ct

[Gail Nelson @gwnelson100]

We are SO grateful to the PTO for sponsoring our wonderful visit with Patricia Polacco. Ss of all grades were enthralled by this master storyteller! Thank you, PTO! @hcsrsd10ct

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Patricia Polacco shared The Keeping Quilt with @hcsrsd10ct students!