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Tim Wheeler

@timwh.bsky.social

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3rd Grade Teacher Learner | Thinker | 23-24 Scholastic Fellow Interests: FlippedBlended lessons, Student centered classrooms, AI, looping, Behavioral economics of the classroom, sock puppets, wigs Timteach.com

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Aug 17

It's interesting to think of all the connections we make with others over the years...http://timteach.com/2025/08/17/on-fandom-and-community/

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Christopher Such @suchmo83.bsky.social · Aug 7

It's the summer holidays, which means I have a copy of Primary Reading Simplified to give away.

Simply **repost** this post for your chance to win.

I will pick a winner on Sunday 17th August.

Good luck!

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 30

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#teaching #EduSky #teachersofbluesky #teachers

Closing the Chapter: An End-of-Year Classroom Routine with Meaning

From the Classroom We knew it was coming; the temperatures rise, giving way to sweatier recess times, and eventually the state tests are over and spring break is well in the rear view mirror. It’s …

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 29

Moving from 3rd to 2nd grade next year. Who has advice for me? #teaching #education #elementary #EduSky

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 18

Make an observation about your pantry that sounds like the title of a novel:

Avalanche.

Christopher Danielson @triangleman.bsky.social · May 18

make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel:

CANS BELOW. PASTA UP TOP.

Le Caghoul @lecagle.bsky.social · May 17

make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel:

THE POTATOES HAVE EYES

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 16

It's ok here when I remember it exists

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 3

It used to be more. It could be more. Occasionally it still is. But I'm starting to think that moment has passed.

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 3

Social media is dead. Plastic. Artificial. It's like reading about going on a hike and calling yourself a hiker. It's like going out with friends...who ignore you and don't ask you questions.

Social media is cynicism. It's calling out wrongs to others who agree with you from the start.

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · May 2

I play it on the ukulele as we walk down the hall at dismissal every Friday...the whole grade level joins me in song. 3rd grade. I've done it every year I've taught.

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Apr 4

I actually don't need a new cell phone. But I do like produce...pears are my favorite. So yeah they will affect me

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Mar 22

Buy this book if you teach kids about place value! Learn the history and think about the concept of zero... #teachers #EduSky #booksky #picturebooks

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Mar 5

I like the rime magic resource from scholastic. Simple to get going and only $100. But might need more than 1x a week for bigger impact

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Mar 3

Hey #EduSky, my local reading council is selling these shirts. The funds raised help us giveaway books to kids at Halloween and host a conference for preservice teachers each year.

You can have it shipped directly to you. #teachershirts #teachers

www.customink.com/fundraising/...

Support Your Local Reading Council (and get a nice shirt!), Supporting Illinois Reading Council Inc

Our local reading council promotes reading in central Illinois by hosting and leading professional events for teachers and volunteering with local schools. Support our work with this cool shirt.

www.customink.com

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Feb 19

Did the hokie pokie for a brain break with my third graders today. Played the classic version from my phone. A good time was had by all! #EduSky #education #teachers

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Feb 2

Last week I focused on helping my 3rd graders reconnect with each other & our classroom values. I didn't turn down the intensity of our assignments, but I did assign less in number. Classroom values and culture "leaks" over time. How do you build your culture? #EduSky #teachers #teaching #education

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 28

I'm so glad you shared this. ❤️

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 23

👀😐😑

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 21

Canceled for a long time but went back for 7/mo with commercials. It's fine at that price point.

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 17

Yesterday was such a scattered day for me as a teacher. The kids too. It was like my ADHD meds didn't work at all. My confirmation was when I couldn't find my keys at the end of the day and realized...they were in the ignition of my car. 😬🤦‍♂️ Here's to a better day! #EduSky #teaching #education

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 17

My favorite inconsequential thing about teaching third grade may be the pictures the kids give me, especially of myself ❤️🤷🏻‍♂️ I keep a couple from each year in a binder.😂

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 16

Student: I like your shoes Mr. Wheeler
Me: thanks!
Student: They look like something my great grandma would have worn.
Me: Thanks. Internally 😬

#EduSky #education #teachersofbluesky

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 15

Just threw away a months worth of plans!!! #EduSky #teaching #3rdgrade

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 11

I forget about it.

But also, I try to keep it simple and don't end up using a lot of those types of resources...good to check out again anyway though!

Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 8

Sometimes humbling

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Tim Wheeler @timwh.bsky.social · Jan 8

Yes! Student input. I regularly say" there was a lot to like there, what went well?" And they point out all the good stuff and more. Then "what could have gone better?" They point out their own mistakes...and some of mine.

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