Padlet - Sharable, adjustable and quick.

My daughter also loves Post-Its.

While my thoughts might fit under one wide umbrella they are sometimes scattered. That isn't good or bad, it is just how I think from time to time. At times I think it is a strength, thinking of different possibilities and letting the mind wander down random paths. Other times it might just hinder forward momentum.

I also love Post-It Notes. I love them so much I carry them in my bag. When I only have one color I start to worry.

Here is a way to take the very best of Post-It Notes and technology mashing them into one slick tool.

Padlet - Overview

This quick overview shows how flexible Padlet could be for you and your classroom.

Padlet - Getting Started

I used my Lindbergh Google account to log into Padlet.

1. Clicking Padlets allows me to see everything that I have created.

2. Click +New to create a new Padlet page.

Select a Padlet type.

For this example we will use Canvas.

1. Choose a title for the whole Padlet page.

2. It is strongly recommended to add a description. Think of this as a place to put some directions or guidance to those who will be using the Padlet page.

1. What level of access do you want to give the world? See image below for a description of each option.

2. Be mindful of what level of access you allow for other users.

3. Add contributors if needed.

Click anywhere on the screen to add a post.

Adding a title can be very helpful for sorting your big ideas into categories.

Clicking on the bottom of the post will allow you to add all types of media.

Padlet - Resources

    Padlet YouTube - quick videos you may find useful

    DITCH that Textbook - an older blogpost that offers some very good ideas on extending it beyond writing.

     A Padlet for your Padlets - Think of this as a series of nesting dolls, open one up and there is another right inside. Create a main Padlet and every post you create on the main page is actually a link to another Padlet page! If you main page is about writing each link will take the kids to something that would support their writing efforts. This is another fantastic idea I learned from Sarah V.