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C156: Panic is one of those things that can literally stop us from moving forward. Yet we don't talk about it enough and how it impacts our lives. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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I'm excited to partner with InThinking to deliver official IB workshops and their virtual Think-Ins. Take a moment to learn about this amazing organization who is expanding their expertise into the PYP world. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxz5...

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InThinking & the PYP

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It's one thing to own our fears, it's another to tackle them head on, so they don't weigh us down anymore. I choose to be lighter. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

C154: Let's lean into our fears together, as we own them and move forward. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Some days, you need a funny to get you through. This is mine.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

If you are new to the PYP and need some extra help, consider joining my Crash Course through InThinking. A second crash course will take place on Sept 8-9, 2025. Please note: the InThinking Virtual Think-Ins do NOT constitute official IB-approved workshops. inthinking.net/think-ins/1830

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

I'm excited to return to FLIBS this Sept 28-Oct 1 to help PYP teachers better understand how to support local and global inquiry in their practice. Who would like to join me here? flibs.org/september-20...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

As I've been leaning into book clubs, this post came to up in my search. Although it is a few years old, the recommendations are things we need to consider more than ever. www.cultofpedagogy.com/teacher-book...

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What Should Your Teacher Book Club Read? | Cult of Pedagogy

Start by figuring out what your goals are.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Actually, I found it on the Belgian and US Amazon site. I will definitely order a copy right now.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

I am based in Brussels at the moment

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Sue Cowley @suecowley.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Thanks to everyone who has shared this! Let's push back against the idea that emergent writing is not necessary. ☺️

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

I love this! I want this! Where can I get one? People don't realize that mark making is writing for our early learners.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

How are we using our book clubs to improve our own lives, rather than just our practice? youtu.be/6cpKx0XFOTM

Book Club: Read to Lead

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

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As we take some time to restore during our summer holidays in the northern hemisphere, what are some things you are doing for yourself? I am reading. #thinkchat2020 youtu.be/N3UkeGTSgNc

Book Club: Time to Read

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

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How are we honoring our well-being? Take this time (for those in the Northern hemisphere) to recover. For those in the rest of the world, make sure you give yourself time to rest. Our well-being is worth it. #thinkchat2020 youtu.be/ZviisfIctgE

Traveling Teacher: Well-Being

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

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C153: What are the odds that this post would come up from my mum the day after I mention her being a worrywart? She's still playing jokes on me from heaven. By the way, she just learned how to use emojis before she passed away, so this is a treasure.

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

C153: I'm trying to be better with leaning into the unknown. How about you? Let's talk about it. #thinkchat2020 www.buzzsprout.com/1115405/epis...

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

This weekend, has been full of birthday celebrations, report cards, and education research. These books are next. I've already read three books about making spaces for learning. What is on your reading list this week?

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Educator Shout-Out: Shailja J Datt I'm super excited to give a shout-out to a truly one-of-a-kind educator. She often disrupts my thinking in our dialogue about education. I love it! youtu.be/2X6i8ns0TPI

Educator Shout-Out: Shailja Datt

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

Traveling Teacher: Leading Professional Development through Inquiry Well, I found this goodie in my vault and realized it's a wee bit out of date, but the ideas are still golden. It's about the learning moments. youtube.com/shorts/QswQV...

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Traveling Teacher: Leadership (Dublin)

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

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School Shout-Out: Fridley Elementary I haven't done a shout-out in awhile, so I thought I would share my appreciation for Fridley Elementary School. My first coordinator brought me to one of her schools to lead a workshop and it was a full circle moment. youtu.be/ir5oqActjRI

School Shout-Out: Fridley Elementary

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

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Our well-being is not up for negotiation. Don't feel bad taking a break to restore and heal. This is our one and only life. www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Traveling Teacher: It's hard to believe my teaching year is almost to a close. Here are my thoughts about my journey so far. More to follow. #thinkchat2020. youtu.be/L3ttaxWgtoc

Traveling Teacher: 6 Weeks Left

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

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Let's have one more CHALLENGE before we end this series to help our specialist and supporting teachers. They are essential. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Five years ago, I was an IB Coordinator who felt left out of the all of the appreciation celebrations for teachers and admin staff. I decided to make up my own holiday, which turned into a celebration of like-minded friends from around the world. Today, I wish you a Happy IBC Day! #thinkchat2020

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

Librarians...we are meeting tomorrow to discuss our successes, tensions, and areas of growth. If you want to join the chat at 10am or 5pm Central European Time, please fill out this survey and I will send along the Zoom link. forms.gle/4cqtsNseLL6p...

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thinkchat librarian group

Contact me: thinkchat2020@gmail.com

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

150 episodes is something to celebrate! We will do so by helping our specialist and supporting teachers better apply conceptual understanding to their practice. Grab a notepad, because this is the longest episode to date. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

US artist Nikki Root recycles vintage and modern bottles and glassware to create stained glass windows #WomensArt

Glass panel with circles of differently coloured, sized and patterned glass in green, yellow and red

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

C149: I'm excited to finally record a podcast episode after such a long time. Lots of goodies here as we explore conceptual understanding in specialist and supporting classes. #thinkchat2020 www.thinkchat2020.com/podcast.html

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Calling all librarians! I need your help with a new project. If you are interested, here is a blog post I've created that has a sign-up form. I'm looking for ways to make your role a deeper part of the inquiry journey. www.thinkchat2020.com/blog/what-do...

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What do we need as Librarians?

My word for 2025 has been intentional and I've trying to make it happen each day. This single word has helped me to take a step back at how I think and act on a daily basis. I've had so many...

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A5: I enjoy seeing my learners become risk-takers. My favorite is when they tackle a problem or issue that makes them feel uncertain. These moments build a resiliency that will last a lifetime. #pypchat

A4: Last week, one of my learners shared that she couldn’t stop thinking about rainbows and I love them too. She turned her ideas into this bracelet for me. It’s these small acts of kindness that make it worthwhile. #pypchat

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A3: I have many of the same people who support me, but on other platforms. It’s growing here. My main person is @vidhyaganesan.bsky.social. #pypchat

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A2: I am more intentional with my planning time now. I recognize that I cannot do it all at the same time, so I give myself targets. If I finish early, I consider it a bonus and let my mind rest instead of taking on something new. This allows me to get in a bit of movement, etc. #pypchat

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A1: I work in a small school, which has made me appreciate relationships. I enjoy having chats that make me laugh and others too. #pypchat

Hi, my name is Lu Gerlach and I currently live in Brussels, Belgium and teach 3rd grade. I’m an IBEN member, but I’m mainly passionate about the PYP and my learners. #pypchat

Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

I can't wait to join the next live chat! Who will join us? There are live sessions in various time zones. #pypchat

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Lu Gerlach @thinkchat2020.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Yesterday, one of my learners told me that she couldn’t stop thinking about rainbows the night before, so she had to make me this bracelet. These little nuggets make all the silly parts of teaching worthwhile. FYI, I may be wearing it right now. #thinkchat2020