This year as been a bit hectic and has not been as enjoyable as some. But I must say, while trying to jazz up today's lesson for a central office visit (don't judge.. you know you do it too :)), I decided to try out Padlet.
We've been working on analogies for a little while now, and it was time to take it to the next level-- using it in a brief statement, comparing two dissimilar items (one abstract and one concrete). I found an example with a picture online, posted it on Padlet with brief instruction and directions and let the kids have at it. I was amazed by the finished product! (click to check it out).
This was the first time they ever used Padlet, but they had absolutely no trouble. It was so easy, and they really enjoyed it. Students don't need to sign-up, no usernames or passwords, no e-mail addresses needed. Only the teacher needs to sign-up (or log-in using a google account). It took literally 5 minutes to set-up/create. I highly recommend trying it in the classroom.
Feel free to share links to Padlets you've created and used :)
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