@tech_steam I teach a 6th grade STEAM; digital design is one of the options, I start with a discussion of pixels & students design a pixel self portrait w/ Google spreadsheets with custome formatting. I connect why images blur, different file types, and walk through the EDP.
@GiftedTawk I teach STEAM as an elective in 6th grade. W/40 min periods -25%mindfulness-social/emotional (self/social awareness, decision making skills, goal setting/reflection, etc)75% hands on design thinking tasks while reinforcing above skills. Emphasize divergent thinking & curiosity.
@GiftedTawk@rjwhite88 I’ve laser cut bird houses 4 students that have interlocking pieces & used wood glue to add support. Tricky part =making sure measurements R accurate to accommodate angles of the roof. I also suggest a larger base as a perch and space for seeds. We Prototyped w/cardboard 1st.
As a thank you to the educators who continue to advocate for students' reading choice, I'm giving away 5 signed copies of THE CANYON'S EDGE for your classroom libraries, along with some signed postcards. RT/F to enter, and I'll select 5 winners by 6/2. Happy summer reading 📚🏜️💛
**GIVEAWAY**
Educators!! You all are the real deal. Giving away 2 20-min author visits. I’ll zoom in + intro, chat quickly about my books, hope to get some hooked for summer reading, then Q&A.
L, RT, follow, tag a friend by 5/17 10amEST.
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WIN a signed copy of GOLDEN GIRL!
It got a 🌟starred review from @BookPage for being an absorbing novel in verse anchored in authentic, emotional relationships 🥰!
🪙RT + Follow
🍎Educators get a BONUS entry, lmk if you're one!
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@whatSFSaid@DFB_storyhouse@DaveMcKean Wow, beautiful cover! I teach 5th grade & love introducing new books to kids & fellow LA teachers. I definitely want to read this. Congratulations! Do you by chance have an ARC I could read & share with coworkers/students? It looks like a great suggestion for summer reading!
Prepping for our Novel Engineering unit by practicing collaborative skills. Generating ideas. Creating prototypes. Communication and teamwork at its best! Love the creativity and acceptance of the ideas of each other… Way to go kiddos!! #MISTRONG@principalmesser@mcschoonk
Here’s a #giveaway for #teachers & #librarians! #SayItOutLoud is about moments that change everything, 2nd chances, stuttering, finding your voice, & musical theater.
2 winners will receive a signed copy.
1) Follow me
2) RT
3) Tag a friend 🙋♀️
Ends 3/5. US only. #mglit
I just found some of my CustomInk gear, all unworn/tagged. T-shirts, long sleeve Ts, hoodies & crew neck sweatshirts—including some designs/styles no longer available. All size L.
Want some?
RT this tweet + follow me and I’ll pick a winner here and one on Instagram to get some.
EDUCATORS and LIBRARIANS: I’m giving away 90 copies of the first three books in my Geeger the Robot early chapter book series, half here and half on Instagram.
To enter to win them here: RT this tweet + follow me!
Bonus entry: tag a pal who you think might like these books too!