Hi friends! It's Debbi from 3rd Grade Pad and I'm back again for another tech tool to share! But, let's me honest...
Well...Have I got the perfect starter tool for you!
In all honesty, I can only juggle about 3 tools at a time. Any more than that, the kids forget how to use it (time wasting). Symbaloo and Padlet are the biggies for me. Once my kids are proficient in those, I can bring in something else.
It is available in both web-based and for iPads. ANY classroom with digital access can benefit!
Ready to be convinced? Here goes!
I promise you…there is nothing SIMPLER than Popplet! Double tap anywhere and POP! You have your first popple. Tap on any of the settings below to create the popple of your choice.
See the little white circles? Simply press and drag to create an ATTACHED popple.
BAM! Instant graphic organizer!
This week, we located examples of text features. They took pictures using their iPads and added text to label & explain the feature. Talk about actively engaged!
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Other ideas?
Retell a story in order
Main Idea & Details
Problem/Solution
Beginning/Middle/End
In math this week, we were working on place value.
How perfect it is to start with a number:
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| Would this make an AMAZING center activity! No copies..no laminating. Roll three dice and GO! |
- Create a base 10 model and snap a picture
- Write the number in expanded form
- Write the number in word form
This could also be used to show different parts to create wholes, different expressions to express a number--the number of digits will depend on your needs!
For science & social studies, students can respond in so many ways to show understanding!
Learning about animal groups?
Learning about types of rocks?
Name the group-the popples will describe the attributes
This is all fun, but it is important that the students are focused on the task. I give my kids an easy rubric so that they stay on track. Since this is one of those tasks that the parents DON'T see, I add two places to check off. One is for the students--this is their promise to have double checked what is expected.
The right side is for me to do the final check. Kids on iPads can take screen shots or you could check them off personally. I like the chance to discuss and help them make improvements-clarify their thoughts. When I can, that is!
Despite the fact little buddy has HORRIBLE handwriting…yes, I WILL be using some of Melissa's tips for this guy, but…He had done an AMAZING job! Do you give your kids feedback when they do an amazing job? I like to give them hearts. Love hearing when they look over their papers and are excited when they earn a COVETED heart!
I'd sure love to hear how YOU use Popplet…or if you TRY it!
You've made me very envious!! We only have 1 iPad mini and then my teacher iPad I got from our district. I'd love to try to use this! More motivation to try to find a way to make it work! Thanks for the detailed post!
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I didn't go into much in THIS post, but it's a great tool to use on your Promethian Board through your laptop. Using your pen and the drawing tool---have your kids create your anchor charts on Popplet! I know there's a WAY to plug your iPad into your board and project. How about your lit circles do a presentation to share to the class!!
DeleteLoved this post. I have a student with TERRIBLE handwriting this year. Who is Melissa? Where do I find her handwriting tips?
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked this! You can find Melissa from More Time 2 Teach's post right HERE at iTeach Third! Click the URL below.
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I love popplet! I teach math and Popplet helps with math vocabulary, different strategies to solve, multi step problems, and so much more! I'm a big fan of this app :) I love your rubrics, I'll definitely be bringing those in for accountability. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked my rubric! They are NOT my strong point--but certainly something I'm working on with the switch to more digital activities and standards-based reporting in our district. I just LOVE the idea of using for multi-step problems. What a visual way to explain your thinking!!
DeleteAnother way to show parents your awesome activities you are doing with poppet is to put them in seesaw which is a digital portfolio. Then parents can also see the hands on technology they are doing in the classroom!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip! I will have to check that out! I always worry when we do digitally dependent activities.!
DeleteJust a quick question.. do the students use your username and password to make a popplet or do you purchase an account for each student?
ReplyDeleteIt is a free app on the iPad. They can only save one at a time, so my kids take a screenshot when they are finished.
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