The Paper Tower Challenge If you've read my blog, you know that I am a huge believer in student feedback. It is important to me that my students feel respected and valued and also enjoy the time they spend in my class. Of course, learning is important, but if students don't feel valued and respected or dread coming to my class, learning is not as likely to occur. That is why I use Google forms for students to share their thoughts with me. I ask my students for input numerous times throughout the school year. I often make changes to my classroom practices based on what they say. At the end of the year, I have students complete a lengthy survey. They have the option of including their name or being anonymous. In one question, I asked them to state their favorite activity. The paper tower challenge and writing groups were the two winners. It just so happens that these were both new additions to my classroom this year. The Paper Tower Challenge was one of my statio