One of my favorite “exit tickets” to use with students is “I used to think, but now I think…” It’s a wonderful way for students to reflect on their previous misconceptions and new knowledge about a topic. I was prompted to use this format with wisdom that comes with time, experience, and relentless requests to join AARP!
This post is part of the annual month-long Slice of Life writing challenge organized by Two Writing Teachers. Join us! It’s my first year slicing, I’m a planner, a grateful slicer, and apparently an early morning slicer, too!
Wondering and Wandering 
Do you use this with kinder? I am going to try and use this more with my first graders!
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Yes! It’s so much fun with them, because they are so sure they know everything about everything at first and then they say, “WOW! I never knew…!” Try it!
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I love this exit ticket, too! 🙂 I love how yours are so growth mindset based!!
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This is a great format. As someone who joined AARP in my 50’s, 10 plus years ago, there are definite perks to belonging. This format does make students think. I would live to see a post compiled of what your students had to say.
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What a great idea! Not only to do with my 5th graders but for me to try as well!! I can think of a few “I never thoughts” from my 20’s that have changed since my 40s! 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
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Love this format! Great idea for an exit slip!
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This is a clever and funny post! Of course, I was connecting to some of them and nodding my head. I hope you go out there and conquer Mt. Cadillac too! And, I won’t argue that I think it’s a brilliant idea as an exit slip!
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Love it! such a creative way to show how you change over time.
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I love this! So many of the ideas that have changed for you resonated with me.
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What a great idea to use in the classroom. And I love the way you applied it to yourself!
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