I was so inspired by the 12 Days of Techmas Challenge that I decided to make my own. I really want to be a more consistent blogger, so I liked the element of accountability that comes with a calendar or list. I decided to brainstorm some topics that I know I would enjoy writing about, and put them into my own challenge. I created 20 days worth of prompts that I am planning to use in January. That gives me a few days off, but also works on building new habits. I thought I’d share for two reasons. First of all, when I share, I am way more accountable. Second, I thought you might want to join me. If so, please share your posts here, on Twitter, or SOMEWHERE!
In the Trenches 
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I want to do this!
I am in! I decided it was time to get rolling on my blog. I am loving being able to challenge myself to do the things I have been wanting to do for such a long time. There are tons of things I am still learning to do…but this is going to keep me motivated! My first blog is: http://mushloveteaching.wordpress.com/2013/12/30/my-next-classroom-book-hatchet/
Thanks a ton! I even decided to make a Facebook page to go with my blog. https://www.facebook.com/mushloveteaching
Thanks, Kelly! I’m going to give this a try. I figure even if it takes me two months to get it done, I’ll still be way ahead of what I’ve been doing.
Yes, I agree! I am going to extend this over a period of time as well.
Inspired me! I like your topic ideas!
Thanks for the list Kelly – I hope to join you!
I’m going to join this challenge! Thank you, Kelly. May 2014 be a better year of blogging for me thanks to your inspiration.
I too am going to try this over the next two months. Thanks for the list Kelly.
You can do it!
I think I am going to try this too … 🙂 You have such great ideas Kelly!
Yay!!!!
You have inspired me to try blogging again. Thank your for sharing your prompts to give me some direction 🙂
http://queenofmathematicalhearts.blogspot.com
@mrskatrinahall
Thanks Kelly……..very excited to get have a guide of prompts. Being a blogger has been on my bucket list.
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I am just starting to create a blog site! I am a fifth grade teacher. What side would you suggest for me, if I am a first time blogger? Excited to start blogging! Thanks! Janelle
Jan, I think Blogger is the easier way to go. Check out https://kellyhines.wordpress.com/2013/12/30/starting-your-own-blog/ for some tips on getting started!
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Looking forward to participating in a first blogging challenge! Thanks, Kelly!
What a wonderful idea! I’ve committed myself to blogging more often – but struggled with making sure my posts were meaningful. Thank you so much!
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Kelly,
I have accepted the challenge with a new website and blog. See my blog in response to the day one challenge – http://www.k12stemplans.com/my-blog.html
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Hi Kelly! Just started tonight on your challenge! Richard Byrne’s post inspired me to start! Well here goes! http://whatdoesmfoxysay.edublogs.org/
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You’re on. Here is today’s post http://www.thejuliagroup.com/blog/?p=3828
Thanks! Having a list helps me so much. I find that I do really great until my list or scheduled topics runs out, then it fizzles. Thanks for this great idea. I’m jumping in tomorrow and plan to blog at least twice a week. ~Melissa
I found this on Free Technology for Teachers and I’m going to join in! My blog is:
http://successfulteaching.net
Day 2 blog posted – Thanks again Kelly for the inspiration!
My organizational tip – using colored cups to monitor student progress and encourage students to monitor their own learning.
http://www.k12stemplans.com/my-blog.html
@debgaff
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This is a great idea! I’m always looking for ways to stay on top of my blog in a meaningful way and I think this will do it. Thanks for sharing!
I did the whole thing in one go on this chilly snow day.
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Wrote my Day 1 post. Yay!
Non-Fiction is For Read Aloud, Too
http://teachingandlearningcommunity.blogspot.com/2014/01/non-fiction-is-for-reading-aloud-too.html
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הבוקר נתקלתי ב”אתגר הבלוגינג” הזה שנועד למורים ואני שוקלת לנסות אותו. נתחיל היום בלילה ונראה איך זה הולך.
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Second post completed! http://whatdoesmfoxysay.edublogs.org/
Day three – a website I cannot live without… I use the Design Squad website for lesson plans and inspiration to encourage students to be creative and curious engineers!
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Day 3– The challenge is to share a website– http://whatdoesmfoxysay.edublogs.org/ Thanks Kelly, this has really encouraged me to blog more! This is one of my resolutions this year! I am giving myself permission to take my time– so not feeling pressured to do a blog each day–just to complete all 20 of the posts!
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Here’s my blog! Just getting started and may take me all year, but I’m going to do all 20 days at some point. 😉 computergeekmathnerd.wordpress.com
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Started my 20 day challenge yesterday. Thanks for the prompts Kelly!
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