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Birthday surprises at Starbucks! Pay it forward... #lightforleviandlainey

@jdw2679 Love this, Jen!

A2: On the Fixer-Upper episode last night the Gaines open a diner with this quote on the wall, "Where everyone has a seat at the table." True in our world, too... #INCLC

@nickiboyle21 So true! Well said @nickiboyle21...

A1: I think that some of the richest conversations I’ve had have stemmed from diverse viewpoints. When the differences arise, we are naturally placed in situations that require broadened perspectives and open minds. Better discussion and growth comes from different views. #inclc

My first connection is a Kenneth Blanchard quote -- "None of us is as smart as all of us." #INCLC

@hgillam Hi, friend! Good to "see" you!

Hi, #INCLC! Brenna, K-8 lit coach in MSDWT. I celebrate a little special time away with my guys...and some waterslide race wins. :)

It was good to meet you today, @MrSchuReads! Keep sharing your love of awesome books; so inspiring! #scholastic #readersforlife #msdwt

@fuzzlady77 You are so welcome. It was so much fun! What a great group! #teacherfriends

Thank you, #teacherfriends, for inviting me into tonight’s conversation about writing workshop. It's been super to hang out, hatch new ideas, refine old ones, and learn together. Please reach out if I can be helpful to you! Happy to. Night!

#teacherfriends So, here’s a little parting motivation to dip your toe into writing workshop with next year’s class. Let’s support each other as we try out some new ideas! You know you want to... :) bit.ly/2kQ3W7w

@fuzzlady77 Now you are a digital hoarder, just like me. Welcome. The water's warm. :) #teacherfriends

@gradstudent50 "Celebration is to writers what air is to fire." When we get to share what we've worked so hard to construct, we keep growing. When we teach kids how to give each other really thoughtful compliments,we want to do more of that thing, right? #teacherfriends

A5: I think it is always a good idea for students to "show off" their pieces! Host a special day where parents get to come and see/hear shared writings. #teacherfriends #5305

#teacherfriends Add this one to your stack -- @ruth_ayres and Christi Overman wrote a thoughtful book called “Celebrating Writers.” This will be your go-to guide for motivating, inspiring your authors. amzn.to/2Jqs2mZ

#teacherfriends But what if our special guests can’t make the writing celebration? Virtual celebrations include all family members and friends! bit.ly/2kMJELX

@St006C @maggieskinder @Seesaw How do you use Seesaw in writing workshop? Say more -- I'd love to know! #teacherfriends

#TeacherFriends A5: I appoint two recorders to go around and photograph or record student writers sharing in @Seesaw . We put it on the big screen later and watch. Big motivator!

#teacherfriends Check off #’s 1-2 from the list of how to end a unit by planning a writing celebration. Here’s ‘the why’ and a few ideas for how you can do it ---> bit.ly/2LkdByk

#teacherfriends Now let’s switch gears into ending a unit well. Here are some smart ideas to consider and make your own! bit.ly/2Hj5u2r

@fuzzlady77 @KweezleQueen Congratulations! Happy Anniversary! I love your story. #TeacherFriends

#teacherfriends If your goal is to gather new ways to make share time awesome in your workshop, check out “Don’t Forget to Share” by Leah Mermelstein. It is an amazing resource and an easy read! amzn.to/2JajmBW