Wow, what a powerful and fun day we had today. I'm still uploading presentations to the classroom but be sure to check out the following presentations from today and one of our pre-recorded sessions as well. #Newtonian Physics with Dale thanks to @Dale Cox for helping this non-sciency mom learn more about physics including the information that scissors are levels. Who knew? #Indian Cooking with Varsha then we learned how to make chapati and a simple chickpea curry with @Varsha Mistry follow along with the video- you'll be surprised how easy it is and gain tips for adjusting the spice level. #Bread as Science with Chef Henry included how to "make bread burp" and four recipes you can make at home with your kids plus a lively discussion with @Henry Hunter about yeast, the history of bread, and more. #Unplugged Coding Stories with Liz with @Elizabeth Houston showed us easy ways to prepare our kids for computer science using paper and pencil and some fun and easy games. Have you ever thought about flowcharting who makes dinner? #Parenting Teens w/o Losing Yourself w/Chanie had us dig deep to understand not only the importance of parenting our kids but also why we need to make time for ourselves. What a wonderful way to wrap up the day with @Chanie Twersky And, with two cooking sessions today, you may want to make dessert, too check out #Kitchen as Connection with Chef Krista for some great tips and delicious recipes with Chef @Krista Melanson

Technology gets blamed for a lot. I’m a firm believer in limiting screen time, especially for kids but I also believe it’s our responsibility to teach how to use tech productively. Let’s face it, as our kids age they will use tech. But there is a difference between watching what a screen gives you and using technology to create something that did not exist five minutes ago. Our three Tech presentations approach that idea from different directions. @Elizabeth Houston joins us Wednesday, August 19, from 2:00–2:45 PM CDT. with some coding stories that will leave you smiling. @Paula Artis presents My Robot Story Helper on Friday, August 21, from 3:00–4:00 PM CDT. This is a session you don’t want to miss. @Tosca Fasso and Christopher Ward present Play It Again, Claude! on Monday, August 17, from 9:00–10:00 AM CDT. Their family prompt kit turns Claude into a starting point for silly mysteries, snack-show challenges, original games, and choose-your-own-adventure stories. Three presentations. Three opportunities to explore what changes when families use technology to make, imagine, and play together. The goal is not more technology. It is doing something more interesting with the technology already around us. Which session spiked your curiosity?

Borrowing this from my mentor @Katya McEwen who is also hosting a summit this week. If you’re interested in her summit I’m sure she’d be happy to share details. Now, let’s have some fun! Your weekend in GIFs only... Tell us about your weekend in GIFs only👇🏼 - Step One - post your day or weekend in GIFs (max 4) - Step Two - Try and guess what at least 2 other members are doing - Step Three (bonus) - confirm if guesses or correct or if we should try again Here are mine. I’m in a guessing mood so I’ve tagged several of you. If I missed anyone let me know. @Allan Webster @Brenda Chilstrom @Janell Bitton @Anna Murrietta @Anna Brown @Catherine McDowell @Celia Kibler @Charlie Svensson @Daniel Cavaretta @Dannielle McAuliffe @Dee Gosrani @Des Cooke @Evelene Sterling @Elizabeth Houston @Betty Jo Winters @Michelle Fuentes @Gus Gray @Amy Grantham @Karen Gibson @Heather Wilson @Jacqueline Hutchinson @Jay Dee Archer @Kristy Allison @Lisa Kilby @Lisa Vanderveen @Wendy Lee-Chu @Mayelice Castro @Maryna Tempalova @Max Orlewicz @Natasha Bryant @Nakita Fele @Sharon Otaguro @Paisley Kiddie @Paul Wren @Ruben Plasmeijer @Roslyn Hill @Rene Kerkdyk @Ramona Zihlke @Sandie Slowey @Sarah Cooper @Sasha Woodall @Samuel Wendland @Tim Tindle @Anzumana Taal @Yu-Tzu Huang @Jen Staniforth

Our community is growing and we have some talented and dedicated community owners here. Today is your day to tell us a little bit more. 🦉Who are you and who do your serve? 🔂 In 1 or 2 sentences, describe your community. 🔗 Drop a link to your about page. Comment on 1 or 2 communities that interest you. Let’s support each other and build new relationships. If I missed your name, it’s not personal, with over 80 members, I’m not sure who has a community🤫 @Janell Bitton @Allan R. @Blue Mojo @Brenda Chilstrom @Celia Kibler @Daniel Cavaretta @Des Cooke @Elizabeth Houston @Evelene Sterling @Michelle Fuentes @Gus Gray @Amy Grantham @Jose Guerra @Heather Wilson @Katya McEwen @Lisa Vanderveen @Maryna Tempalova @Max Orlewicz @Mayelice Castro @Natasha Bryant @Paul Wren @Ruben Plasmeijer @Ramona Zihlke @Rene Kerkdyk @Roslyn Hill @Tim Tindle @Wendy Lee-Chu @Yu-Tzu Huang