For the last couple of weeks, we have been asked to provide extensions of learning rather than new content. This was to ensure equitability which I 200% agree with.

Still, I missed my kids and wanted a chance to check in with students “face to face” who have the opportunity. I sent out emails with a google hangout invitation and an explanation of what we are going to do.

Week One: We did a KAHOOT! It was so easy to do this with students. Simply choose the game, share your screen and go just like normal. Some of my students decided to use their phones and Chromebooks, but many stuck to one device. Doing a Kahoot was nice because it felt normal. In my opinion, the tastes of normal are just what we all need for our Social-Emotional Health.

Week Two: I created a Science Scattergories Google Slide. I told students that they would need a pencil and a paper. To score, I had students share their entire list and had anyone with the same word jump in and mention it. Warning, some of the ideas are less scientific than I like…but it lead to good conversations. What are energy sources? What is an abiotic thing? Does phosphorus start with an F? You get the idea! In the future, I would like to make more lists as I believe this is something I can do with students. Couldn’t it be a fun review? I am thinking about the rock cycle and rock identification lists. MUAHAHAHA. Below I included my Slides. Feel Free to copy them and use them. The way I see it, we are all in this Covid-19 learning journey together. I have been scared, overwhelmed, in tears, and smiling…so a free resource seems like a small thing I can do to help others. Have a beautiful day.

Science Scattergories The name of the game is to think of a word for each prompt that starts with the letter rolled. But if you think of the same word as someone else... no points for you!

Link to the Presentation Here.

Make a copy and enjoy it!