A3: It depends on the kid and what motivates them. I had a kid read like crazy today so that he could get on his favorite math site this afternoon, but that wouldn't work for everyone in my room. #MakeItReal #IHMarchMadness x.com/sdtitmas/statu…

A4: An amazing and supportive staff that is willing to take risks and try new things. Parents that are on board sure help too! Barb Moody you're right! Anything is possible when you fly with the Eagles! #WeirdEd #IHMarchMadness x.com/TheWeirdTeache…

Yes, Mindi! We need to find a way to squeeze more of this in, and some of the repetitive testing stuff out.... #WeirdEd #IHMarchMadness x.com/MindiMiller20/…

A1: I try to give feedback on my kids' writing. Sometimes it is quick, and after they have shared a response to a morning work question, and sometimes I try to write out feedback to them after they have published their work. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A2: We have a board designated to work that the kids are proud of. Everyday they go through their mail, and choose work that they feel they worked hard on, and did well on. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A3: This is tough to always fit in! I try to have conferences with the kids to discuss their progress towards reading goals and their writing. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A4: When I ask students to do peer reflections I try to give them a checklist of things to look for. I also model what an appropriate conversation would look like so that they use positive and constructive feedback. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A5: I try to measure feedback by how they kids did and how they behaved during the lesson. I would like to get better at getting more direct feedback through surveys and questions. #IHMarchMadness #LearnLAP x.com/sreason329/sta…

A: The more technology I integrate into my classroom, the more engaged I find my students. Even a little bit can go a long way. #weeklyEDU #IHMarchMadness x.com/MarisaEThompso…

A6: PLC time is a great time to talk with other colleagues about how lessons went, and what changes you can make to improve them. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A7: I try to show kids their progress more than the grade. I remind them of where they started so that they can see they are making gains, regardless of the "grade." #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

A8: I will work towards celebrating growth more than just great grades. #LearnLAP #IHMarchMadness x.com/sreason329/sta…

Hello! My name is Leslie, and I'm a 3rd grade teacher from Kansas. I guess a favorite characteristic trait of myself would be that I'm sensitive to the personal stories of my students. #tlap #IHMarchMadness x.com/teresagross625…

A1: I have a few favorite teachers that I follow on Instagram. I love to see examples of their work in action. I always find such great ideas there! #tlap #IHMarchMadness x.com/teresagross625…

A1: I have gold glitter headband with cat ears in my teaching bag right now that my daughter left in my room one morning. I put it on to make my students giggle on their way into school the the other. #ksdechat #IHMarchMadness x.com/Ms_Shook/statu…

A2: It's so hard to stay up late anymore, but twitter has provided me with some really cool ideas that I have enjoyed trying out in my classroom. #tlap #IHMarchMadness x.com/teresagross625…

A2: I just want to relax and enjoy being with my friends and family. Just being able to focus on them ONLY will be a nice change for a bit. #ksedchat #IHMarchMadness x.com/Ms_Shook/statu…

A3, Well this is embarrassing, I haven't listened to any podcast yet... #tlap #IHMarchMadness x.com/teresagross625…

A4: I've watched a few Ted Talks lately. #tlap #IHMarchMadness x.com/teresagross625…

A5: Getting together with my fellow teachers! We are also pretty good at sending each other fun snaps during the day of what is going on in our classrooms. #tlap #IHmarchmadness x.com/teresagross625…