Enhance learning by connecting with classrooms all over the United States. Skype is a simple and engaging way for students to learn from one another. A fantastic "getting to know you" activity is a Mystery Skype.
Mrs. Wilson's classes participated in a Mystery Skype with a 5th grade class from Ohio. The purpose of this lesson was to determine the location of the class using clues. Each class took a turn reading clues; for example, "Our state's coastline is on the Gulf of Mexico," "Our state experiences a humid subtropical climate," and "One famous person from our state is Jimmie Davis who resided in Baton Rouge while holding the office of governor. He was also a singer and wrote our state song, You Are My Sunshine." The classes used maps, Google, and Edmodo during discussion. 
After the Skype connection, students created a double bubble map comparing and contrasting Louisiana and Ohio.
After the Skype connection, students created a double bubble map comparing and contrasting Louisiana and Ohio. Introductions are complete, and we are now ready to discuss science topics with each other!
4th Chat has a wiki set-up and once registered, you can add your name to the list for Mystery Skypes. This website is not just for 4th grade teachers.
