#TitleTalk Archive
Home to the great conversations about how to best promote reading to our students and the titles we can share with them (and each other). #titletalk meets on the last Sunday of each month from 8-9 pm EST.
Sunday August 28, 2016
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So glad to join tonight! It's been a while since I've been able to make it. Hello, everyone!
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So excited to be joining tonight! Hello everyone!
Hey PLN, come join in the chat tonight! All the cool kids are doing it...
Howdy! 5th grade T Joe from Hercules (SF Bay Area) here.
How are those sweet baby bunnies doing?
Excited for tonight! School starts Tuesday!!
Perfect transition activity from summer 16 to full-time work tomorrow...
My first time to make can't wait!
Excited for tonight's Hoping to get more ideas for how to help my Ss set personal reading goals!
Happy to be a part of tonight! https://t.co/S14fMuVmWh
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Ready for ! On PST so 5 pm is tough w 2 toddlers. Put on Minions so I can chat a bit. I'm Ginger from Los Angeles & I teach 5th!
I'm Allison a PK teacher from Dallas
Paul checking in from CT - 4th grade ELA/SS teacher
Julie New K-5 LMS (LOVE getting to say that!) from Plymouth, MN.
Please introduce yourselves friends. I'm a third grade teacher in Parma, Michigan.
Daniel, Personalized Learning Coach at Barnwell Elementary in Johns Creek, GA
Hi! 4/5 ELA teacher from IL.
I'm Caitlin, a 6-8 ELA teacher from central IL.
Fourth Grade teacher from Eden Prairie, MN
Stumbled upon tonight. Sure to be a great chat.
Hi everyone! Corrina from Syracuse, NY here. 5th grade teacher excited for back to school next week!
Super excited! Tara from Davenport, Iowa, 6-8th grade teacher
Katie, 7th grade ELA from St. Louis.
Excited to be at tonight.
Glad to join in- this is Kim H, 5th -6th grade Language Arts looping teacher from northeast Ohio
Valinda from Texas, instructional coach on a K-6 campus.
Hi! I teach 8th grade ELA in Northwest Ohio
Aliza Werner, 3rd Grade Teacher from SE Wisconsin...Lead Reader/Leader/Nerd in my classroom!
Our topic tonight is setting personal reading goals. We will share instructional and reading advisory ideas, then books!
One eye on the night before school starts. Megan from The Bahamas here.
Hi, Jim Bailey here. K-5 principal from Saginaw, Mi
Aileen from PA. Been reading a ton of YA this summer for Keystone to Reading book awards. Cannot wait to learn from this group!
4th grade ELA teacher near Cincinnati, Ohio
This chat always feel like a homecoming.
Hi, friends! I am a fourth grade teacher in West Des Moines, IA. I teach all subjects and am an avid reader.
I'm a K-6 teacher librarian in PA. Back to work this week, getting the library ready for kids to return next week!
Welcome to the field! I loved teaching science, but so glad I moved to the library. (middle/int in Indy) https://t.co/lsfZPRmKBA
Julie New K-5 LMS (LOVE getting to say that!) from Plymouth, MN.
Kelley Director of ELA Atlanta, GA
My first ! Kelly here, school librarian, Charleston SC.
Elyse, special Ed teacher in Katy.
I'm Debbie from Delray Beach, FL. I'm a librarian in a public Montessori elementary
Tammy and Clare - We are staff developers in Massachusetts.
Hi there- Kevin from The Teacher Learning Sessions. Looking forward to tonight's chat!
Hi from Kim and Jill joining from NB, Canada. We are K-12 literacy coordinators.
Hi! Mollee, elementary librarian in Outer Banks, NC 👓
Hi, everyone! I'm Jennifer, MS Reading Specialist!
Grade 8 reading teacher, NH
Hi, Nedra from Utica, NY. 3-5 reading teacher
so much power in looping. I LOVED it just as much as my students
Hi everyone! Kelly, HS librarian from Amarillo, TX
Hi! I teach 8th grade ELA in Arlington, VA.
Hello . Jess, 8th grade ELA from South Carolina!
Hi, Literacy coach from CT. excited to get some fresh ideas for the new school year
While we have many academic reading goals for Ss, personal reading goals foster ownership for reading. Balancing both is key.
9th grade English from Hudson Valley region in NY
Katie, assistant professor of literacy education in SC
Please do not forget the hashtag when tweeting during tonight's chat.
Goodness, moving to straight from tonight!
Lauren from Missouri. K-4 reading teacher
Middle school reading specialist and literacy coach.
Grade 5 teacher from Hawaii. Looking forward to
6th grade ELA teacher in Texas
Media Specialist. K-3, Alabama
Can you all feel Kevin's smooth voice through his tweet? I know I can. https://t.co/ag2ZO7NMuR
Hi there- Kevin from The Teacher Learning Sessions. Looking forward to tonight's chat!
Jennifer from State College, PA K-5 literacy coach
Beth from Columbus, OH, excited to be back in my library shoes this year.
Hi! First time at ! I'm Abbey, a third grade teacher from Alabama.
Dana, 3rd grade teacher from Iowa. Glad I made it to !
Heather from Vegas AP Lang and Eng 9
Q1. How do you help children set personal goals for their independent reading?
Hi everyone! 10-12 English teacher from MT
Hi, I'm Shari from northern MInnesota and I teach third graders.
Hello, Kelly in Indiana joining in this evening. So good to be here!
Julius Scott. Principal Dutch Fork Elementary Irmo SC
Hi everyone! I'm Kristen, 3rd grade teacher from California
Bridget Visser, Literacy Intervention Specialist from DFW area. First time joining :)
Greg- K, MD. Checking out for the first time tonight! Hope all are well.
Caroline 7th ELA from PA. Little late but excited! First day of school is tmrw!
3rd grade language arts teacher, OH
Are you super excited for and Friday night for the start of MSU football?
A1: Talk about goals that readers set for ideas. Tell them mine. Talk about volume but also other areas--content, discussion, etc
A1: Share your own personal reading goals, give them example of personal reading goals, and have lots of talk in the classroom
A1: Important to model goal-setting for students, especially younger ones! Start by sharing your own reading goals.
I thought the same thing! https://t.co/5tTa2IsSHJ
Can you all feel Kevin's smooth voice through his tweet? I know I can. https://t.co/ag2ZO7NMuR
Hi there- Kevin from The Teacher Learning Sessions. Looking forward to tonight's chat!
Ha! You crack me up. Everything sounds good in that fancy car sound system...
Hi all! Christie from IL. Gifted Resource Teacher working on a MLIS endorsement.
A1. Goal always depends on the reader. What do they hope to achieve? What do I hope they achieve? Go from there.
A1: First get them reading! Share passion and joy of reading and love of books.
Trying to jump in for a bit of while making dinner at our house. Katherine joining in from Central IL - 7th grade ELA.
A1: Sometimes just by modeling/sharing my own reading goals. I show them my TBR list and Goodreads account.
while completing my Book order and shopping LulaRoe boutiques!
A1: Most important is to get to know them as people. What interests/challenges/motivates them? Makes it personal.
A1- Model goal setting. Share personal passion for reading. Cultivate enthusiastic readers and reading environment.
I think this is harder than it sounds. Excited to see what everyone has to say. https://t.co/gQUiuu1fuI
Q1. How do you help children set personal goals for their independent reading?
Christine-Middle School Literacy Coach from Massachusetts
A1: Model my own goals, reflect on previous years, & talk up lots of books to get them excited about reading them!
A1: I want to involve Ss in the goals as much as possible. I want them guide not force them down the rabbit hole
I help children set reading goals by booktalking and making sure every child has a book they want to read whenever we meet A!
A1 Sept reading survey asks: if we read even a little bit every day how many bks do you think you can read by end of year
A1: Talk about how always have plans & share my own personal as I encourage them to create theirs!
A1: conferencing and talking about book interests to start... then thinking about what to do to help us grow
Since I seem to be on Twitter at the exact right time: MG author from Connecticut. Hello.
A1 Before each extended break I have Ss write down what they plan to read and we discuss how the goal went when we return.
A1: This year we are going to have sts create to be read jars filled with titles.
A1:Ss first look at how many books they read last year. Ultimate challenge is a book each week, but that's daunting for some.
A1: we genrefied library to help Ss be empowered to find what they like. This yr, will offer a "passport" to encourage branching
A1 Last yr, we set goals by word count. Trying to decide if that is the best method for this year.
So true with Ss of any age. Even college students! https://t.co/ZO1kufod3v
A1: Important to model goal-setting for students, especially younger ones! Start by sharing your own reading goals.
A1: We spend a lot of time talking about goal setting in general to start. Once I get to know the students we revise those goals
A1: Conferencing, Conferencing, Conferencing. It's very hard to set goals when you do not know the child individually
Conversations that help you understand what the students knows about his/her own reader identity and build from there.
A1. Agree that sharing your reading goals builds reader-to-reader relationships w/ students. We are never done learning!
A1- In K, I work w/ beginning readers. Important to model fluent reading: how it looks, sounds. Read-alouds support growth.
Paula from Maine. Let the titles start flying!
A1 Starting by creating a community of readers, sharing books, modeling by sharing our own reading lives, lots of talk.
Ooh, this sounds interesting. Tell me more!
A1: I give a Reading Interest Inventory, surveying my kiddos to get a feel for their reading lives and habits.
Hi I'm Matthew. K-5 school librarian from Ellicott City, MD
A1: I model making my own goals. I use genre to help Ss launch general goals in S reading notebooks
A1: first need to instill love of reading as well as passion, then discuss goals
A1: I'm going to try to start very SMALL this year and set mini personal goals with my students!
Chris, rdg spec from PA, coming in late to .
Yes! And I'm adding the books by authors w/whom we're going to Skype this year.
Hi all. Joining a little late. Can someone repeat Q1 for me?
A1 Ss must see what your reading goals are. Show them your stack of TBR books. Share Goodreads acc't and book tweets
A1. First build that community of readers, get them excited to read. Reassure them they will have some choice of books
A2 each mp we complete an eval: where Sts set a goal for # of bks as well as select a specific title/series/author/genre to try
Hi! Jon, 7th grade ELA, Gainesville, FL
A1: 10 min time "test" from Book Love to help set realistic reading goals. Make short term goals & reflect often
Love this. For future teachers it's so important that the learn to read outside their own comfort zone. https://t.co/4pr1av7Emo
A1- With read-alouds, Ss begin to see how practicing reading makes for better reading; and shows enjoyment from reading.
A1: I model goal setting for my S's, & we conference and set individual goals based on previous reading experiences
I always remember saying goals don't have to be complicated. Can be choosing right book, finishing a book, etc
Elva, French teacher in East Point, GA
A1: Listening, watching and sharing data with students helps Ss choose meaningful goals.
A1: I am trying a book club format for the 1st time this year, each S has a card like this on display https://t.co/UYfMxIjXnG
A1: Help them see themselves as readers. Appreciate the books they are choosing and develop a relationship of trust.
A1: Goals should start where they are at and stretch them a bit further and then you can go from there...
A1: personal rdg goals are my Ss only ELA hw. They set indiv goals with me each day-the expectation is equivalent of 20 min
A1: discuss the purpose of a goal and how we work towards them. May not always achieve but there is always growth.
I agree. Trying to get out of the the ZPD, AR points mindset and into something more personal and meaningful 4 Ss
A1. When conferring w/ students about their current book, it's helpful to ask, "What do you plan to read next? Why?"
Hiya! I’m Jennifer. I live, work, read, dream, cause trouble and drink a lot of coffee in Wilmington, NC.
A1 With students' help, create a profile of each child as a reader and help each one set goals.
Sharing data is a wonderful tool. Equipping Ss w/ understanding of data & its relevance to them is powerful.
A1: Getting them pumped about reading first with some great read alouds then sharing types of goals: genre, number, from lists..
Share why I read and assist readers in finding their purpose in reading. Goals drive instruction.
A1: Generally start with a discussion around stamina & volume of reading. Focus on quantity, but also genre expansion.
I agree that when students are not already avid readers, it's wise to start small.
A1: This year, I'm encouraging students to set goals per season rather than the whole year to help it not seem so overwhelming.
A1: Tower of Books challenge, 1to1 conferences about books they want to read, & training them on having a balanced reading diet.
Yes! So true! https://t.co/HF2mixVMXT
I always remember saying goals don't have to be complicated. Can be choosing right book, finishing a book, etc
Hi, Jamie, former classroom teacher starting this year as the school librarian-looking for ideas to do this w/500 Ss...
A1: Creating a relationship & rapport w/ Ss is key to build trust needed for Ss to be honest abt wants/needs in their rdng lives.
A1: I recently read (can't remember where) a great question to use is "What are you working on as a reader?" I want to use this
A1 Share with Ss how you've stretched yourself as a reader. Read a genre you haven't read, an author that's new.
A1:Use other Ss to support kids with their goals. My littles can be so good at supporting each other
A1 start by teaching them to be metacognitive
This is so important! Failure happens - how do you respond? Quit or go back and try again? https://t.co/yuR1lCr0db
A1: discuss the purpose of a goal and how we work towards them. May not always achieve but there is always growth.
Share my life as a reader along with my reading goals.
We'll also give a reading interest survey, so easy w Google Forms https://t.co/swMgOsqAWj
A1: I give a Reading Interest Inventory, surveying my kiddos to get a feel for their reading lives and habits.
Agreed! I also like read the same books as my S's so I can recommend and read with them https://t.co/8QdtI1gs9D
A1. First build that community of readers, get them excited to read. Reassure them they will have some choice of books
A1: Show them your own goals. Set goals! Share your reading life. Have a plan and model how to have plan of what to read next.
A1:Model setting goals first w/ Shared Reading, then set generic class goals the first weeks of school. Use that gradual release.
Love that you used the word cultivate. Like gardeners, we are growing readers.
Chunking it allows for closer observation of growth. Ss set attainable goals over time, and expand upon goals met.
I love this idea of creating a profile. How do you do this? What questions do you ask?
I like to begin with discussion of our reading histories and how that shapes us as readers and how it continues to shift
A1: I feel like I'm pretty good at helping kids set goals, but I struggle with helping them stick to them.
A1: Start by learning more about them as individuals. Who are they? What are they passionate about? https://t.co/wNHLDxCC4G
Q1. How do you help children set personal goals for their independent reading?
We do goal setting at start of year in 3-5 to share reading goals plus what they'd like to learn in Media this year
A2 Share why I read and assist readers in finding their purpose in reading. Goals drive instruction.
Yes! When we are passionate about reading, the enthusiasm is contagious! They will pick up on it and want to read.
A1: We always keep a "someday lists" I know my reading gaps happen when I don't have a plan for my next book
We have these for every staff member, too. Love the visual. Starts conversations.
A1: I agree! Start w/ sharing my own reading goals. Then have a convo w/Ss to get their ideas & unite! https://t.co/XH7CSozyfc
A1. Goal always depends on the reader. What do they hope to achieve? What do I hope they achieve? Go from there.
I will be using this question this week! https://t.co/6H72HLIqza
A1: I recently read (can't remember where) a great question to use is "What are you working on as a reader?" I want to use this
A1: 's READING STRATEGIES book is fabulous for helping Ts focus on specific goals/strategies
A1: We look for patterns on books that we like, is it by author, series, genre, etc.
A1: Share your own goals with students! It goes a long way.
A1: We also set a lot of goals about what to do when we want to abandon a book. That is a big struggle in the beginning.
Jan Hamilton. Hot Springs, Arkansas. 8th grade
I agree. We call ours Coming Soon, and my kiddos always have their lists ready to go when I do book talks.
So important! https://t.co/EhRXUUlxTP
A1: Creating a relationship & rapport w/ Ss is key to build trust needed for Ss to be honest abt wants/needs in their rdng lives.
Stacey Anderson, ELA Coordinator, DFW area, TX
So important to have that "To-Read" list. I sometimes forget to share that part. https://t.co/xZF0tQqP3T
A1: Show them your own goals. Set goals! Share your reading life. Have a plan and model how to have plan of what to read next.
A:I conference w/ Ss to see what they read last year and to set an attainable goal. Add personal goals too like genre/author/#
A1- Goal setting great for all grade levels. What have you learned so far? What do you hope to learn? How can we get there?
A1: Model stepping out of your comfort zone as a reader and encourage them to do the same.
Yes! I have a "Miss Strohecker is reading..." poster on library door. Includes a spot for books up next. https://t.co/2eHeUJOyWE
A1. When conferring w/ students about their current book, it's helpful to ask, "What do you plan to read next? Why?"
A1:I read "Miss Malarkey Leaves No Reader Behind" and students book shop and make lists of books they want to read.
A1 Share your own reading life and reading goals with students. Start from an authentic place and build from there.
Goals are different for different kids, some need to finish a book, some need to expand their genre choice... Know your kids !
A1. Never figured this out in 5 years of homeschooling, beyond "mandated reading time" and hoping a love of reading caught on.
Q1: Once I start conferring, S &I talk about more personal goals. Celebrate small goal achievements. Makes goals feel attainable.
A1: I have found that 's Reading Strategies bk really helped me with different methods to help Ss and they're simple!
I think it's also important to model that we abandon books and get in reading ruts sometimes. Helps to be honest.
I often see 8th graders set small goals- I let it happen & celebrate when they reach them much sooner than they expected
Yes, that's my card! I model with the book I'm really reading, and I'm doing there challenge with them!
A1 Next week my HS students will do Book Speed Dating. I will share my summer reading through book talks.
A1 Share why I read and assist readers in finding their purpose in reading. Goals drive instruction.
A1: My library assistant, principal and I all post which of the year's Battle of the Books titles we've read and book talk them.
Excellent idea! Shorter term rdg goals can lead to greater sense of accomplishment for sure! 💕 https://t.co/tCh55D3K27
A1: This year, I'm encouraging students to set goals per season rather than the whole year to help it not seem so overwhelming.
A1: We always keep a "someday list" I know my reading gaps happen when I don't have a plan for my next book
Yes! Don't expect kids to read if you can't find the time yourself.
A1: Essential: Ask: Where have you been? Where are you now? Where do you want to be? Few, if any, really want to be non-readers.
A1. Reading goals must be personal and personalized. Authentic conversations about reading for both learning and joy are key.
I agree. I ALWAYS start the year w/ an interest survey to help kids tune into what they like & need.
A1 - Important that goal setting be a personal process. T can encourage & notice how much the S has already read. Build on that
You remind me that celebrating our reading successes is so important (even the little ones).
My Ss always seem in awe at my but my own list is something I'll probably never conquer b/c it's so long.
A1: Conferring 1:1 is extremely important. Sends msg to Ss that their needs/rdng is priority. They have your full attn & engaged.
So excited to see Barnwell Es teachers on
So true - and so important to continue to revisit these throughout the year. https://t.co/Czy9VuQtJ2
A1- Goal setting great for all grade levels. What have you learned so far? What do you hope to learn? How can we get there?
That can be difficult for some adults as well. Not everyone reaches their goal. https://t.co/jmAWDtikS3
A1: I feel like I'm pretty good at helping kids set goals, but I struggle with helping them stick to them.
A1. Find out what they want to read and let them create a choice list. Encourage and show them popular lists as well
Completely agree. Completed two book study sessions on this book and not one teacher didn't rave abt it!
A1: share my personal reading goals and challenges, start reading wish lists, encouraging challenge
A1. One of my reading goals is to become a book dealer for both teachers and students.
A1 We will also begin or add to our To Be Read lists
A1: I've been a giant mess as a reader since school started last week. Maybe I need to set some goals.
I love at the end of the year that the vast majority surpass what they thought
YES! It is okay to abandon books. Great lesson on self-talk I did with older Elem. Ss on this topic
... and this is our goal for every child! https://t.co/idXI64BIXy
Yes! When we are passionate about reading, the enthusiasm is contagious! They will pick up on it and want to read.
Love doing this with Ss. They see who they are as a reader, some feel that title "reader" for 1st time! https://t.co/mioXyWcWFk
A1: We look for patterns on books that we like, is it by author, series, genre, etc.
I use it too in conferencing. Think it came from Pernille Ripp's conference examples.
A1: I want to end each workshop celebrating our successes (big and small) as readers and our goals...
So smart. We have different reasons for reading. Our goals should address them all! https://t.co/93okXgPCIw
A1 Share why I read and assist readers in finding their purpose in reading. Goals drive instruction.
A1: celebrate progress/small successes throughout the year! Don't let that goal collect dust- make it a natural part of community
Yes! It's why we do what we do everyday!
LOVE this visual. I'm going to try this and post it outside my office door. Thanks for sharing.
A1: Ss tell me daily "what pg they're on &what pg they're going to." We use "rubber band goals" & put rubber bands at goal page
I go old school...print out, send home to complete with parents/family. Lots of options!
A1: Goals should be more than drilling weak skills. Goals should challenge and excite readers across different mediums/genres
This year I started a shelf in my room of "Mrs. Kuehler's books on deck" this way kids know what I'm reading next.
Yeah. They lose their "freshness"! https://t.co/Z74FkA9BG6
A1: I feel like I'm pretty good at helping kids set goals, but I struggle with helping them stick to them.
Agreed! My Ss have a hard time w/this. Always seem surprised when I tell them it's okay to put a bk down. https://t.co/LFaqiMhIbP
I think it's also important to model that we abandon books and get in reading ruts sometimes. Helps to be honest.
A1: When making reading goals, reflection is key...What has worked for you in the past? What hasn't? Where do you want to grow?
A1. While conferring, everyone walks away w/ a goal. Students walks away w/ a reading goal, we walk away with a kid goal. Aligned
A1 - I try to model my mini goals as well. "Tonight I want to read 50 pages of my book." My Ss set nightly reading goals.
Mic drop moment! ALL of this! https://t.co/wYhpgolWZl
A1: celebrate progress/small successes throughout the year! Don't let that goal collect dust- make it a natural part of community
This. So useful to make clear that a book is not a contract. You're allowed to say "meh" and move on. https://t.co/0AYRXCTYSN
I think it's also important to model that we abandon books and get in reading ruts sometimes. Helps to be honest.
A1: My principal's goal for me this yr in library is to build the love of rdg-I have big ambitions but also know I have limits
A1: On 40 Book Invitation, "Name" is replaced with "Reader." Subtle shift. Carries a lot of meaning in identification.
A1: I want to do lessons on readers having plans and that those are our goals...
It's important our S's see we are excited by all their accomplishments https://t.co/pRmUPJxSMa
You remind me that celebrating our reading successes is so important (even the little ones).
A1: Always important to share with Ss when we fail to meet a goal. It happens to everyone, even teachers.
A1: I'm going to attempt the 40 Book Challenge this year. We'll look at diff genres, do book talks, etc. https://t.co/M41HdDqqZ3
Q1. How do you help children set personal goals for their independent reading?
Love this ! https://t.co/LX0ldpJxOe
A1: On 40 Book Invitation, "Name" is replaced with "Reader." Subtle shift. Carries a lot of meaning in identification.
It's important to share our struggles with our students and we both can learn from these struggles https://t.co/5iNtcNVtva
That can be difficult for some adults as well. Not everyone reaches their goal. https://t.co/jmAWDtikS3
A1: I feel like I'm pretty good at helping kids set goals, but I struggle with helping them stick to them.
Love that book! Used it last year with my 3rd-5th Ss. https://t.co/5UqdJ8CgFF
A1:I read "Miss Malarkey Leaves No Reader Behind" and students book shop and make lists of books they want to read.
A1: Setting personal goals for reading often starts with learning to reflect on reading habits, practices, & preferences.
Jumping in late. English teacher from NJ here
W/ my 2nd graders last year, we had "book talks" where we wrote about what interested us about our reading, and even made...
Boo! I'm joining the party late!!
A1: Model my own reading goals, where I'm successful, where I'm failing, how I'm adjusting my plans.
I wish I had thought of changing name to reader. Where were you last week when I edited my documents to print?! ;)
A1: Looping: they make a ring for every 1 they read. Last year 28 kids = 1189 books; they want to top it https://t.co/nMHDKM4Z35
When we read together as Ss & Ts, rdg is not an assignment, it's just what we do in our community.
https://t.co/HOVwYlj8FX
Those celebrations often get left out of the convo, but you are right...They are so important to make time for.
High school librarian from KY
Same for me--I try to plan 2 books ahead in case I decide to abandon the one that's on-deck after I start it.
Great lesson in your tweet for Ss about how even teachers don't always read as much as they want.
It is a much needed resource to give Ts ideas, a foundation to work from.
...podcasts about what we had read. So much fun! Helps build avid readers! Roald Dahl became hugely popular in my class.
I also want to do this as librarian-may try Google Forms so that I can manage a LOT of responses!
I did this on all of my forms years ago. Reader, Writer, Researcher.
I've done this too & love when Ss ask to take from my stack 😊 powerful selling tactic https://t.co/oCCPsfH1bE
This year I started a shelf in my room of "Mrs. Kuehler's books on deck" this way kids know what I'm reading next.
Love that your questions nurture metacog + student agency. When they reflect, they discover :) https://t.co/LlYIVDUxrU
A1: When making reading goals, reflection is key...What has worked for you in the past? What hasn't? Where do you want to grow?
A1: share your reading goals.be real.When I shared trble finding nonfiction that movedme-Ss came through to make suggestions :)
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
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Yes! Just because we abandon a bk doesn't mean we've failed. It just means we need a different bk.Or a different bk now.
Real conversations help. Discussing time it took to read a book helps inform independent reading, too. https://t.co/cZP3Th2asa
Q1. How do you help children set personal goals for their independent reading?
And how powerful when attaining that first goal (or measuring progress towards) informs the next goal set, too!
As soon as I wrapped my arms around 's philosophies, it became easy to set personal reading goals. I was invested.
A2: Kid watch. Observation is a powerful tool to have authentic interactions when you notice things going well or not.
(I myself probably finish one book out of seven, just by the way. I sorta envy people with a better ratio.)
This is such a brilliant idea!!
A2: I would like to do better by checking back in with my readers more often than I have in the past.
A1. I didn’t read an entire book (for school) until 10th gr. Also 1st time a T ever gave me choice. Rdg. goals must be personal.
Bethe from Dallas, PK-5 bilingual librarian, joining in late as well.
We set a class goal for number of books read, then celebrate our success! Last year they asked for more reading time!
Yes! Readers understanding purpose for reading. Ultimate goal is Ss find purpose is love of reading https://t.co/Mt4inP12vx
A1 Share why I read and assist readers in finding their purpose in reading. Goals drive instruction.
A1: It shows your expectations that readers are always reading & it positively encourages this thinking. https://t.co/1R6EnAOM90
A1. When conferring w/ students about their current book, it's helpful to ask, "What do you plan to read next? Why?"
so hard to abandon books! But kids need to know how to tell when a book isn't working for them.
Just joining from Illinois!
What if Ss are new to choice and don't have enough titles to find patterns? How long does it usually take?
A2: If I don't check back in, they forget goal and I don't follow up on it to help them. Hope I do better this year!
A2: Conference, conference, conference! Don't set and forget it (it's not a crockpot)...check in frequently!
Love these! I've started trying to sketchnote. Hoping I can get the students into it this year!
A2: Know where they are so that they know where they are! Conferences and conversations about reading as often as possible.
A2: I love to set no more than 2-3 very recognizable and concrete steps to achieve the goal. This keeps makes it achievable
Great goal! Very few of my Ss see themselves as readers! 😟
Nice! While blogs /websites are great for this, a print visual captures attention of everyone in room https://t.co/Oe6HJ7i3PK
This year I started a shelf in my room of "Mrs. Kuehler's books on deck" this way kids know what I'm reading next.
Reading notebooks can be a great place to stop and reflect on our reading goals.
A2 Deliberately teaching skills for keeping habits: using reminders, creating a reading routines, noticing roadblocks
A1 Lead by example, share my Goodreads goal for the year & have read shelf widget on my school profile page
A2: 's Reading Strategies book! Can you tell I just love that book?! ;)
I write back and forth with my students in their reading journal. This helps me track their reading without a reading log.
A2 We can support students' reading goals by giving them TIME in the school day. How we spend our days is how we spend our lives.
A2 Help students reflect on their goals. Look for evidence of growth over time.
I sincerely listen to them when they tell me what they like; matching books to what they want. Try to keep convo going A1
A2. Comm w ss and parents. Conf and encouragement. Celebrate small vic like you read 20 pgs, yay!!!!
A2: confer to guide and support them along their reading journey. Need to discover themselves as a reader as achieve goals.
A2 Booktalks/booktrailers promote excitement about reading
A2: Regular 1:1 conferring. Love 's "Golden Gate" method as a concept so we keep the practice moving at doable pace.
A2: Read and book talk tons of books so they never run out of ideas to read next and are always excited about a book.
A2: I think one way to support students is to talk to them, confer w/them about what they read and where they are on their goals.
A2- Work on skills needed for growth. Get excited when growth happens, when perseverance happens. Build growth mindset.
A2: confer, confer, confer!!
A2: Allow Ss time to read, then reflect on progress toward goal. Offer thoughtful, personal, honest feedback to can foster growth
Ss suggesting books for their teacher to read; these are golden moments.
A2: Get to know them. Discuss & confer. Track progress. Celebrate small victories. Share books, share books, share books.
A2: you have to check in w your Ss. Ask them last great read, what they've seen others reading, put a new addition in their hands
My Ss have so many habits of no reading or avoidance, I'll have my work cut out for me!
A2: Celebrate, suggest, support and discuss their reading choices.
A2: I'm hoping to confer more regularly this year.I started using Evernote to keep track of convos & goals w/kids.Love it so far!
I think sharing good books with Book Talk Tuesday on the news as well as classes.
A2: Check in often. Let them know it's okay if a goal morphs into a different one.
A2: Time to read and talk books in class! Can't say goal is important then not support it/value it w/ time
love the physical to read list idea. Makes it feel much more authentic
A2: Make sure we have a well-stocked classroom library with current books. We need lots of different genres and formats.
Q2 Posting the book you're reading with an update of the page you're on shows Ss that readers are consistent at their own pace.
becoming exposed to your work is transformative!
Wow! That's a funky visual! Very cool.
Woah! What a beautiful graphical representation!
A2. Talking about all the awesome books we know will help kids along and listening to why THEY think they are struggling
Yes! Allowing Ss time to read is vital! Uninterrupted free time to pick a book and enjoy it! https://t.co/2LrOJuBVhT
A2: Allow Ss time to read, then reflect on progress toward goal. Offer thoughtful, personal, honest feedback to can foster growth
A2: Help Ss w mindfulness of their goal. Managing the goal & the time in which to accomplish the goal might be a lot to juggle.
A2: I'm wondering if I have a small group of Ss share rdg goal prog or something they learned as a reader since I saw them last
I often ask about movies/TV shows they enjoy as well. Sometimes this helps with new/non-readers
A2: All about the conferencing! I have a sign up calendar in my room so Ss can sign up for slots during reading workshop
A2: Set clear goals that kids can understand (forget teacher-y jargon) and work thru. Give them strategies for rdr response
A2 Conferences, checking in, kid-watching as well as continuing to talk about books, planning for future reading, reflecting.
A2 Keep the conversations going. Continue to engage, ask questions, share your own progress & hurdles
I loved this book! Great idea!
A2:One way I support them is by surrounding them with fabulous, award-winning, popular books. https://t.co/sFm4uGGOk3
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
A2 my Ss love when I say "just got a new one, can you give me your opinion?" - great for trying new genre/format
A2: Provide regularly scheduled time to check in on the progress of the goals. https://t.co/9bR3P7TK4Y
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
A1: Revisit goals. Don't just set them then leave them. See where Ss are and have them reflect.
A2: Confer, confer, confer! Talk to them during the "extra times" about their reading lives and yours. Know them as readers!
A2: Continue to talk about goals in whole class, small group & 1:1 conferences.If lessons begin with goals Ss know they matter
Constructive feedback is important! Helps Ss recognize areas of potential growth, and strategies to grow.
A2 As they develop goals, help them decide how they will monitor - what evidence will show learning.
A2: Conference, Conference, Conference. Allow Ss true independent reading time. Address needs of all thru conferring/small group.
Going to try book haul videos where students celebrate books and then "tag" a friend to go next.
A2: Conference frequently. Check in and revise goals as needed. The goals will change as the year progresses
A2. If building book selection skills is a goal for a lot of students, book talking and previewing lots of books helps.
A2: I think modeling reading & showing S's what a reader looks & acts like.
Reflecting is as important for Ss as it is for Ts.
Ss of my good friend keep post it in back of book they're reading & list potential next books, transfer when finished
A2: 1 on 1 conferences are key. Share progress on goals, discuss books, build a relationship through reading.
A2: Growing our reading communities is important in supporting Ss, too. We can encourage our Ss to support each other also.
A2: Revisit goals frequently. Ask - How's it going? What are you doing to reach your goal? How can I support you?
A1 I try to model the enthusiasm for books that I want to see in my Ss! Share my reader life w/kids!
A2: conferring and having conversations with them on a weekly basis. Either 1:1 or in a group
A2 make sure I have books that speak to their interest, give them MORE time to read, help them if they start abandoning mult bks
A2: matching readers to the RIGHT book is key!! Reading isn't work when a GOOD match is made!
The first week back is always exhausting! My eyelids close as soon as I stop moving for the day.
A2. Constant conversations about books in the classroom. Being excited about the books I read. Lots and lots of book talks!
Great teacher questions. https://t.co/4T1RRmlKDk
A2: Revisit goals frequently. Ask - How's it going? What are you doing to reach your goal? How can I support you?
LOVE this version of a chart! Thanks for sharing!
Mini-conferences can provide valuable growth opportunities. Reinforces team effort, support.
Provide flexibility, scaffolds, and options for reading. Allow the goal to evolve as necessary. https://t.co/apbBnqJSDb
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
When goals are set do everything to help those goals get accomplished. A2 Books, books and more books in any form
A2: In the wise words of when they say they don't like to read, ask why and then truly listen to their answer.
A2: Exposure to books - I do tons of book talks and so do they. I also give them lots of time and comfy places to read.
Hi Everyone! A bit late tonight! Heather from Michigan. I teach 5th grade!
A2: I help Ss work on goals by continually conferring and through letters in their journals and casual conversations.
Really enjoying tonight's chat! Always great to talk reading!
A2: Chat with students daily about how their reading is going. If Ts are readers, it's easy to do this!
A2. Get out of their way. Be close enough to come in when they need us, but sometimes we need to just get out of their way.
A2. For older Ss (especially but not exclusively) we can do more to harness social media as a plat form to connect readers.
A2: Build a class culture that values reading! Allow students enough independent reading time to actually accomplish goals!
A2. Use the first chapter of a book as the shared text lesson and leave sts wanting to know what happens next.
A2: Conferencing happens on a weekly basis. I'm totally fine with abandoning books, but we discuss why. https://t.co/Bxgsugbdmj
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
A2: Provide flexibility, scaffolds, and options for reading. Allow the goal to evolve as necessary. https://t.co/apbBnqJSDb
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
I think it also keeps them from being disappointed if they didn't read said book, b/c there's still time to read!
If everything is great job, keep it up, run risk of having Ss grow as a reader & discover their reading selves
Amen. Give them space. https://t.co/mSlsw6Kf5w
A2. Get out of their way. Be close enough to come in when they need us, but sometimes we need to just get out of their way.
A2. Celebrate Ss reading goals as they meet them. Make a BIG DEAL about it!
A2:Give Ss opportunities to chat with each other about goals/progress, share books, & gets tips from peer readers.
Right!! Goals aren't just reading goals! They could be selecting wisely, finding time, reading pace, etc https://t.co/J3CKmrfCj9
A2. If building book selection skills is a goal for a lot of students, book talking and previewing lots of books helps.
tell me more! This sounds like a good idea!
And we have to help Ss to be honest, too. Do we also support Ss if/when they find the goal is not a good fit?
Exactly! It's more than just a reading conference. It's making a real connection.
Q2 Lots of talk about books. What everyone is currently reading, what they'll read next. Questions from T and Ss about book rec's
A2: Help kids "steal" time to read.5 min on way to practice etc.If kids are too busy in MS to read then theyll always be too busy
A2 - Goals can involve trying new genres, # of books, reading more at home. Must be personal, revisable, considering all factors
I really like the part of asking what they are doing to meet the goal and how we can support them.
A2 setting the goal during a conference and having both teacher and student write it down works well. Follow up in next confrnce
So true. Talking about why our pace may vary or our goals might change lets them know we are all readers.
A2: also explicitly telling Ss it's ok 2abandon a book if itis not helping their goal. I think Ss feel pressure to finish all bks
A2: My Ss set weekly goals in their data binders to get to an overall goal, some are reading. We track progress daily & discuss
I think it also keeps Ss from being upset if they didn't get to a certain book, b/c there's still time to read!
Agree. Important to validate even their baby steps into books. Grows confidence. https://t.co/Pph8kIfJas
A1: celebrate progress/small successes throughout the year! Don't let that goal collect dust- make it a natural part of community
A2: Choice. Know what your Ss love to read/are reading. Find books 4 them so they're lined up when they're ready
I truggle staying organized. My Ss have goals 4 themselves, I have goals for them, and I also have like a million other things.
that is stunning! What a beautiful way to display your reading.
I struggle staying organized. My Ss have goals 4 themselves, I have goals for them, and I also have like a million other things.
Q2: Read literature extensively - broaden genre choices - read thru lenses of others-read to connect w others
Absolutely! They should spend prolonged time reading as soon as their stamina allows it! https://t.co/rvUQeMtmFe
A2: Build a class culture that values reading! Allow students enough independent reading time to actually accomplish goals!
A2: help them make a plan to achieve their goal. What do you want & how will you get there? May need to adjust plan along the way
A2: Constant conversation and care- reader to reader!
If everything is great job, keep it up, run risk of not having Ss grow as reader & discover their reading selves
We use CRAFT to talk ab reading. F has been fluency. Adding Focus w/fluency this year. Focus on yourself as a reader set goals!
MG book recs? New titles coming out in Sept? Thx!
A2. If you need help supporting students with their reading goals, include your librarian in brainstorming ideas.
A2: Bring in books to the classroom w/ diverse authors and characters to help Ss branch out from fav genre!
A2: Help Ss figure out what they can do to support goals & what they need from Ts & peers in order to foster independence
Ask about interests, give a survey, suggest books you love. It really is a process to find their niche.
Yes. I love when S can articulate that bk wasn't a good fit for them at that time & they work on growing into it. .
I love doing this. Much more effective at creating buzz then my book talks actually A2
A2: We are working on stamina each day in PK. We are up to five minutes of read to self time.
Yea, if we had a librarian. Such a CRIME my district got ride of them...
So true. Sharing reading lives breaks the teacher/studet wall, & we truly become a community of readers. https://t.co/3s3SyUU2y9
A2 Silent, uninterrupted, predictable time to read is golden for supporting my HS students. Their lives are busy, so time is key.
A2: Give students time to read and time to talk. Talk about books, reading, goals. Build that reading community!
Yes! Generic feedback provides no relevant, applicable information supporting growth.
going through my conference papers before we meet helps. A quick check in to see if I'm helping. https://t.co/2AnsoUJfgV
I struggle staying organized. My Ss have goals 4 themselves, I have goals for them, and I also have like a million other things.
Adjustment is failing forward!
Sorry I am late to Melissa from St. Louis former librarian now 5th grade teacher, proud member.
I even struggle to organize my conference notes. Sometimes I feel like such a mess.
Agreed! If short on time to read extensively, follow book reviews, trusted blogs, https://t.co/hQTpHM36lX
A2: Choice. Know what your Ss love to read/are reading. Find books 4 them so they're lined up when they're ready
I use a google form for each student, so that all their information is in one place.
YES! I just completed a lesson on how to treat books sent it to my librarians they incorporated it too!
I need you to organize my teaching life and decorate my classroom.
Yes!! Your librarian can be an amazing resource here. We love books and we love to help & collaborate! https://t.co/yRV1JZrj4f
A2. If you need help supporting students with their reading goals, include your librarian in brainstorming ideas.
Sometimes I make a schedule for conferences, but doesn't always work in the REAL world of teaching!!!
What do you need from me as a teacher to reach goal is powerful to ask
Yikes! Bike ride ran late. Hello, ! Ready to learn and be inspired.
I LOVE all of these visual reading records. So many ideas!! So wonderful to look at and read and think about.
Still on the high from & ready to try to keep up with !
I hear this a lot and we need to find out why and pull the SS in. Most haven't found a book they enjoyed. https://t.co/Vuv5CSsLWg
A2: In the wise words of when they say they don't like to read, ask why and then truly listen to their answer.
. yay!! Stamina is so important, I think Ts try 2hard 2 get Ss to start reading 4 large quantities of time 2soon
If I were back in the classroom, I’d do this or use the way has spoken about. https://t.co/TYd5Tq8DX9
I use a google form for each student, so that all their information is in one place.
So important to meet Ss where they are and build stamina vs. starting where they "should" be! https://t.co/JpL2hcbzP1
A2: We are working on stamina each day in PK. We are up to five minutes of read to self time.
Love this! We've shifted to a visual this year, & I love how it's broadening our community. https://t.co/EGp3yoSIUi
So glad our paths will be crossing again this school/twitter year!
I also follow up w/ silent sticky note conferences. Sometimes it takes too long bf next conference. https://t.co/1CUP6RkWHR
A2 setting the goal during a conference and having both teacher and student write it down works well. Follow up in next confrnce
I wonder if the word "goals" scares some kids. I know it is frustrating to not reach goals. How do we make goals create energy?
Yes I think it's important to remember this! Sometimes they need space.
Reading goals, writing goals, math goals, personal goals ======
A2. When students reach a goal, reflect with them on how they grew as a reader as a result of their goal.
A2: Continue being a model reader, celebrating all readers, allow choice, and build a community of trust
Several classes will be using this yr to track reading
A2: So many of my kiddos' goals are about the habits & love of reading. Goals are about increasing rdng, stamina, books they love
My fave part of a school visit is when I ask kids what books they're enjoying. I write down their suggestns. They get SO excited
How do you do this? It takes me a long time to get through conferences w/ big classes :)
And I include local community librarian. They've put collections together for me. Librarians= saints! https://t.co/U0S00N0Xwn
A2. If you need help supporting students with their reading goals, include your librarian in brainstorming ideas.
Great discussion going on right now re reading with
Love reflections for this reason!
How do we communicate Ss' goals with their families and home supports?
Does anyone have examples of forms or organizers you use to document/track goal-setting with students?
Also your school's literacy leader/coach!
Absolutely! & fight for it if necessary. No matter what craziness happens to the sched. I NEVER skip ind. reading
I am trying Padlet this year as way for my students to organize their reading lives. Other students can use QR code for recs.
Oh yes, and Mary B are masters of book recommendations! https://t.co/FPbZADv92j
A2. If you need help supporting students with their reading goals, include your librarian in brainstorming ideas.
I try to remember it's a marathon & not a sprint; one step at a time! 😊
A2. Time to read during class time so I can observe and conference. Many book talks and book trailers.
Also...author skypes with many types of authors. Some Ss try a book AFTER they connect w a "live" author https://t.co/r3anNxwIbw
A2: Bring in books to the classroom w/ diverse authors and characters to help Ss branch out from fav genre!
Such a great question. The goals shouldn't weigh readers down, but excite them and help them feel successful.
I include their goals & ind reading observations when reporting to parents on report card narratives & via email
A2: Modeling reading, making TIME for reading, creating a culture of reading not just in but outside of the classroom walls.
Signing off for now. Great engaging with all of you this evening! Have a great week on purpose!
A2: I set goals for myself and share how and what I'm doing. Best way to make learning visible is to be learning.
A2. Our Ss don't have much freedom to come to library ind., :( so I'm holding "office hrs" on Sat. at the public library.
Love how did this exact thing this year 4 ! Allows all Ss 2 succeed! https://t.co/vvKqX4v8hr
A2 - Goals can involve trying new genres, # of books, reading more at home. Must be personal, revisable, considering all factors
This is a great idea for keeping the conversation going between conferences. Thanks.
. uses "plan." Says only difference between a reader and a non-reader is a plan for how reading happens
Without personal reasons for reading, it is unlikely there is much ownership for reading.
I'm using Evernote- have a "notebook" for each class & page for each student to hold all conference notes
when you share your reading goals, do you include adult books, or do you only read YA books?
I agree. The term may put more pressure but start out with something that is provides success & then build.
We use 's forms from her slideshare. There's a spot for goals, but it's not complicated! https://t.co/xeqL3rLjN3
Does anyone have examples of forms or organizers you use to document/track goal-setting with students?
Me too. has really been a great asset to
My school librarian was key in getting requests for books and building up special lib just for ss. Graphic novels and banned bks
I just heard about that. Someone said ? I'm trying it along with !
Please and thank you https://t.co/I9HcYEZR6F
A2. If you need help supporting students with their reading goals, include your librarian in brainstorming ideas.
I know, Colby. I get it. Prioritize? What can you let go?
I try to wait to build new catagories in the classroom library until my kids arrive. Letting them help drives excitement.
Any good MG recs? Something fresh and new with tons of heart?
Angie from NB, Canada joining late, teaching Grade 2 this year.
Yes! Padlet is an amazing resource & love it as a reading shelf https://t.co/46w1DSNQo0
I am trying Padlet this year as way for my students to organize their reading lives. Other students can use QR code for recs.
Love all of this! normalizing the struggle we all sometimes face is key
A2 Independent reading time centered around S choice of a wide variety of material is the key!
A2 conference, check in, celebrate the successes
A2: my Ss also have "not now,but later" list 4their bks if @ the timethe bk was 2hard, etc but want 2 read it later ¬ abandon.
Used padlet a bit last year and they loved it!
Hold on tight girl. This one's movin!!
I love Evernote as way to keep notes for my students!
Yes. "Great job" is not feedback that fosters growth. Targeting skills is. That's how we move readers. https://t.co/SKskvkOBNp
If everything is great job, keep it up, run risk of not having Ss grow as reader & discover their reading selves
My biggest challenge is to get developing readers to want to set a goal and have it be personal for them. That is goal for me!
Which books are you reading? Want recommendations? Ender's Game FOR SURE!!
This is a brilliant visual. Thank you for sharing.
I include all books not just children's or ya.
Explaining your own goals as an adult/teacher makes your humanity transparent: "Wow! My teacher has goals/struggles, too."
I have my littles do audio recordings of their books using
I could see this as a giant poster & visual can give Ss a recommendation on sight or connection if they rd same
A2. crowd-pleaser books that have been super popular in the past helps them just GET READING!
Never. Never. Never. There is no better practice for reading than practicing reading.
Students can share goals with student-led conferences and blogging!
I love this idea! https://t.co/Y0pSyNKffJ
A2: my Ss also have "not now,but later" list 4their bks if @ the timethe bk was 2hard, etc but want 2 read it later ¬ abandon.
works great for this too.
All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook by Leslie Conner
Love this idea! Some families have more flexibility on the weekends. https://t.co/c8QMWTx7Ki
A2. Our Ss don't have much freedom to come to library ind., :( so I'm holding "office hrs" on Sat. at the public library.
Tell me more about how you are using Padlet. We use it, but not sure effectively.
Yes, of course. I only mentioned librarians because they are often left out of conversations. https://t.co/XjrjKZ1pBd
Would reaching out to literacy coaches and/or interventionists be helpful as well in your opinion?
I include them all! Even my professional stack. Students love to see Ts literary lives unfold.
It's pretty awesome! So glad you could join us!
I do all kinds. YA, adult, and picture books. We read for so many reasons.model that too
A2: Imagining a great video in which students show what they've read a la to stay motivated
And such a valuable and necessary role in the education of our readers!!!
When its all said and done, be a reading mentor and inspire a love of reading, right?! 😀 https://t.co/cm1S0aC1BZ
Reading goals, writing goals, math goals, personal goals ======
I like the padlet idea. Did you have a different padlet for each S?
Using this year as a digital bshelf for kids think goodreads or shelfari. After week2 we have 5 books on shelf
Me too! Our Central Office wants to meet about everything. So many meetings could have just been an email/Google Doc
Just had a parent want books on their daughter's lexile. Encourage reading at any level and reading to enjoy. Parent was happy!
A2: Discovering their fav movies/tv shows/ even vid games & suggesting similar books can change culture https://t.co/xX6GFyS7DC
A2: Modeling reading, making TIME for reading, creating a culture of reading not just in but outside of the classroom walls.
Student reflection & self-evaluation are as valuable as goal setting. Thinking about thinking matters. https://t.co/SKDPjhQEXQ
A2. When students reach a goal, reflect with them on how they grew as a reader as a result of their goal.
A2: Plan to have a goal pages embedded into Notebooks so Ss can see & revisit their goals.
?! I barely get out of the and levels! https://t.co/pVALYs8IZT
when you share your reading goals, do you include adult books, or do you only read YA books?
A2 just did speed dating with stacks of books. Readers were excited and now have to-read-next lists!
We started using padlet this year as a way to share sources of online texts with teachers.
Ill be using the online Pensive from the Daily Cafe to stay organized. It's incredible!
Yes, each student will have their own padlet.
Love using speed dating this way and Ss love it too!
A2: conferring(I'll do better this year), booktalks (me & them), displays, read in front of them https://t.co/6uc0nxJiIZ
Great idea! https://t.co/6QXKcWOAKs
A2: my Ss also have "not now,but later" list 4their bks if @ the timethe bk was 2hard, etc but want 2 read it later ¬ abandon.
Resist students' urges to make it competitive. Celebrate all readers and all reading!
Participating in while my son plays the theme song from Rocky on the cello has me a little overexcited.
I used this idea just last week and had the same outcome. I was ecstatic
W/ students some we have to show why goals even matter. Floating along rarely means gaining ground. https://t.co/zXsHXppxLR
I wonder if the word "goals" scares some kids. I know it is frustrating to not reach goals. How do we make goals create energy?
Yes! My beginning of year reader's survey has many hobby-based questions so I can get to know Ss likes, & match books
I shared my reading timeline w/my SS & then post what I'm currently reading outside my door in the hall. https://t.co/GUL4GWfZ0S
. I love the Pensieve!!! I also love all things Daily 5/CAFE
A2: Having kids share their reading experience and their books via booktalks and youtube, share via presentation with tech
do you, as the teacher, keep track of their reading goal?
Completely agree. I've seen Ts insist on levels and it helped kill S interest in reading.
I have also done "blind dates" with books where I wrap the covers in paper bags and Ss read random books for 5 mins then switch.
To build book buzz you read the first chapter of a book to your students. Build exposure to many books.
this was my first time trying it! And I was able to throw less popular but great books into the piles!
I love using Goodreads with 8th graders. Love the images of book covers on the shelves
AH! That is so stinkin' sweet! I want to make for all 500+Ss!!!! Just line them up around the school
In June we set up book tastings in several middle schools to help students set summer reading goals.
I share reading goals for both. Goals for my adult reading shows that I am a reader! https://t.co/WCQGLmICmp
when you share your reading goals, do you include adult books, or do you only read YA books?
This sounds like a fun idea! https://t.co/IM6jQzYXyl
I just heard about that. Someone said ? I'm trying it along with !
I think that will be great to see all the S goals in one place.
Can't find who brought up Skypes with authors, but you guys should definitely do that. Some authors do it for free!
I did. They also shared their pg w/ the other Ss. Made recs which led to discussions. Engagement.
I love padlet. Would love to talk to you about this more. https://t.co/R6jEAC9tkn
We started using padlet this year as a way to share sources of online texts with teachers.
I'm seeing your training montage as you prepare for the semester
Padlet is a great tool! Talk to about how he used it to collaborate across states/grade levels! https://t.co/wODphEWSXu
Tell me more about how you are using Padlet. We use it, but not sure effectively.
Quick Q. Do you ever have the parents fill out the reading questionnaire in the back of TBW?
A2: make physical space a place that celebrates reading/readers! New room-new reading nook this year! https://t.co/iJ93bwSrRF
We display a "We've read ___ books this year!" It's ONLY a class total. Not indiv number.
Check out Kate Messner's website for a list :)
I never have, but I am intrigued by what it might reveal:) If you do it, let me know!
Bookseller's Day works for sparking interest.
A2: Book talking & book trailers are helpful. Also providing time for Ss to read at school is important. https://t.co/O7abKwOzXE
Q2: Now that kids have set goals-what can we do to support them, and help them reach their goal?
We're up to about four or five author skypes each year. We hold them in library during recess - and we are PACKED
One conversation at a time!! https://t.co/10JYXR2hCD
Just had a parent want books on their daughter's lexile. Encourage reading at any level and reading to enjoy. Parent was happy!
. absolutely!! It doesn't have to be a situation of "finish now or not at all!" Reading is a fluid experience!!!
A2: We talked the 1st week about always having a book (print, digital, audio) so we can read anywhere anytime.
This is a big part of our first day, building our library together! mind https://t.co/NoPxvWqDqQ
I try to wait to build new catagories in the classroom library until my kids arrive. Letting them help drives excitement.
Love that shared padlet shelfies with us. Great way to share reading stories https://t.co/fXiFNZmvO0
Padlet is a great tool! Talk to about how he used it to collaborate across states/grade levels! https://t.co/wODphEWSXu
Tell me more about how you are using Padlet. We use it, but not sure effectively.
This is a great idea!! Speaks volumes abt Ss as readers.
"Ugh" describes it exactly. Comic books & politics/history got my son reading in elementary school.
So do we, and it changes everyone's attitude. We are all doing it together!
I did this too and would put them on display for kids to "check out"
. 's site has a huge list of authors who Skype for free
A2: Ss keep track of books in reading/writing NB + I send out Google Forms for them to record/talk abt where they are throughout
Makes me feel better to know others feel that way too! https://t.co/4Ix702vVJc
I even struggle to organize my conference notes. Sometimes I feel like such a mess.
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
A2 provide a literacy rich classroom and allow students the ability to read. Get them talking about Books and want more.
Starting this year. Great way to involve parents. Hoping to do some over Skype, too. https://t.co/v5ugBKa8Nc
I just heard about that. Someone said ? I'm trying it along with !
I really like the idea of speed dating with books to give readers opportunities to review many books and choose one for 2nd date
So important to let Ss be part of process. Wonderful way to help Ss get to know the books & the library https://t.co/VdaY7WrRSL
This is a big part of our first day, building our library together! mind https://t.co/NoPxvWqDqQ
I try to wait to build new catagories in the classroom library until my kids arrive. Letting them help drives excitement.
One goal for me this yr is to communicate more w Ps about how sch library can serve them too
You can always use to celebrate books you are reading on Monday
A2: brings back ARCs and books from annual convention autographed to her class. Adds excitement, interest.
A2: This year, I'm hoping to incorporate Twitter more with Ss reading & have them share their thoughts with authors while reading
So often, my struggling Ss come from environment where reading by adults is not valued. Just curious. May do it.
A2: Frequently touching base with readers to assess how they're doing. Asking about their interests and making suggestions.
Displaying individual numbers only serves to make something competitive.
Celebrating the growth of all Ss is great for building community!
A2: is a fabulous and free app with variety of books; keeps library of each Ss read books with Ss ratings.
Thing is, there are so many FABULOUS books to just let them run with, why prescribe??
our district is 1:1each S can digitally create their visual of what they have read allowing ownership
Q3 retweet https://t.co/GvvkSyXOVl
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
A3. Wish by is up next for me, very excited! Finishing up 's Maxi's Secrets now!
Yes! Display all kinds of books, graphic novels etc around room and make space for readers!
Have to leave a little early. Thanks for a great night as always.
Love this idea! https://t.co/bY6hkRSkbF
A2: This year, I'm hoping to incorporate Twitter more with Ss reading & have them share their thoughts with authors while reading
A3: One goal is to read the "unloved" books in my library. I can book talk the good ones and weed the bad ones!
Trying to read more YA, so I'm currently reading IT LOOKS LIKE THIS by . It is crazy good.
A3: my personal reading list includes several YA novels. I also want to read my graphic novels to put in my class.
As principal, I try to model by going into classes and doing read alouds, also on line read alouds during breaks and snow days
A3: Girls Like Us, A Monster Calls, and still need to read Echo!
A3 just reREAD 's the memory of things - then read nine, ten & towers falling. Currently reading all we have left
I'm starting with Nine, Ten, A September 11 Story by Nora Raleigh Baskin to mark 15th anniversary of 9/11 and then we will Skype
Organization is tough. I strongly recommend the online Pensive from the Daily Cafe.
Too many times SS are confined to only read at their level. Readers need a challenge but should also read for fun!
1 of my all time favs is Long Walk to Water & new fav Last Stop on Market St https://t.co/bcGgArnzaj
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
A3: I can't wait for Ghosts by and Dear Dragon by
Great for everyone to work towards a goal!
A3: Cannot wait for new Ranger in Time book! Ghosts, currently reading Nine, Ten
A3: All the new award winners are on my "to-read" list this fall!
We just ordered it today. Can't wait for Wish by to arrive https://t.co/4QqMwlkSBt
A3. Wish by is up next for me, very excited! Finishing up 's Maxi's Secrets now!
I think our Breakfast with Book book club with start with The Quirks and welcome Erin Soderbergh back to our classroom!
A3: Excited for 's WISH this week, and SNOW WHITE from next month.
Looking forward to reading George by
A3: Pax, Maybe a Fox, and just purchased Fuzzy!
Our school is starting the year with Wonder! Then I plan to read Pax with
A3 I have at least 25 books on my "to read" shelf on GoodReads!
A3: I will be reading aloud several of the Texas Bluebonnet award nominees. Hiawatha and the Peacemaker, Echo, Woof, and more
Just got the newest book by Sarah Darer Littman- In Case You Missed It. Can't wait to read!
I am completing my order now! I am trying graphic novels. Dog Man, Secret Coders... I need more!
I agree, I want to help them, not sure how w/o being police..Read 1 book at a time. Finish books.
A3. Starting the year with Wonder. Know I'm not the only one. Who's with me?
. omg Echo was so fabulous!!!
A3 I read a bunch of MG and YA books this summer. Currently reading Some Kind of Happiness.
A3: The Serpent King, Maybe A Fox, Ghosts (Raina & J.Reynolds), Scar Island, Girl Who Drank The Moon, Full of Beans, Moo...
A3 eagerly awaiting new titles from Anne patchett and tana French this fall
Late to the party...but I used to use the library door to post my reading goal and progress
A3: The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Drag Teen, Ms.Marvel, A Time to Dance
Currently reading Railhead by awesome! https://t.co/tbUs7WZEW3
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
A3: Look at "The Goblin's Puzzle" by Andrew Chilton. Enjoyably funny adventure, with a little bit of logic instruction thrown in.
My favorite part, . I'm LOVING Ms. Bixby's Last Day by . One of those extraordinary books.
I'm practically walking anybody who'll take my hand to go and get 's FUZZY. Every teacher really needs to read this.
Favorite book of the summer was AS BRAVE AS YOU, by . Anxious to read GHOST next!
A3: Oh gosh. Here goes. The Scourge, Maxi's Secrets, Wolf Hollow, Towers Falling. I'm reading A Whole New Ballgame right now.
our district is 1:1, S's can digitally create their visual of what they have read w/out competition
Do you have a link? I'd love to see it! (BTW Loved Amplify!)
Fall reads: Maxi's Secret, into White, The Cabin, Glitter,Hotel Bruce, Spontaneous,
There are so many NEW books I want to share with my students but no way will we have enough time. Such problems!
That is so cool-- the book is wonderful, & connecting your students w will be amazing for your Ss.
A3: Would love some suggestions for 2nd grade!
Just finished "Isabella For Real" by Margie Palatini-part graphic novel part regular book, great characters.
Just finished reading Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes - Powerful book for middle grade readers about 9/11
I'm currently reading Maybe a Fox!
A3: I plan to read many IRA's focused on uncovering our identities and who we are.
Finished 's NINE, TEN today, and I'm eager to share it with students. Have TOWERS FALLING in my TBR pile too.
I am currently reading The Girl Who Drank the Moon and just finished All Rise for the Honorable Perry T Cook. Both excellent!
A3: Ms. Bixby's Last Day by Anderson
I'm curious what you're planning for your first readalouds of the year.
A3: I love YA but I hate that I cannot suggest it to my 4th graders. I try to keep at least every other book MG.
I really liked this one. Did you read Nine, Ten, A September 11 Story?
Loved the Girl Who Drank the Moon https://t.co/awaxAUhBa1
A3: The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Drag Teen, Ms.Marvel, A Time to Dance
A3. The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Save Me a Seat, The Key to Extraordinary, Distance to Home, Ghost
we will be using that as a selection for our after school book group this year
Sounds like I need to check out Echo!
Everyone should read Ghosts by this fall. So Raina, but so different too. In the best possible way.
A3: Save Me a Seat , A Handful of Stars , Along Came the Mail
A3: Moo, Maxi's Secrets, Towers Falling, As Brave As You, Wolf's Hollow, all the books coming out this Tuesday and next...
A3: The Serpent King, Maxi's Secret, Wish, I Dissent, & finishing the City of Ember books (finally)... My list seems endless!
A3: One fall read I can't wait for is FOXHEART by
The Girl Who Drank the Moon is my new favorite! Looooved!
Well stated! https://t.co/aAnCBetU53
A1: Conferring 1:1 is extremely important. Sends msg to Ss that their needs/rdng is priority. They have your full attn & engaged.
A3. Looking forward to reading "Booked". My Ss loved The Crossover!
A3: The Secret Keepers by TL Stewart
Both our 4th and 5th grade are starting the year with Nine, Ten by for the class read aloud
A3: Akata Witch, The Shadow Hero, The Misfits,Being Jazz
A3 Can’t wait to share Wild Robot w/ Ss. I’ll be reading The Girl that Drank the Moon, Ghosts, & World According to Humphrey
This book keeps popping up on my Twitter feed! Have it on order for the lib; eager to check it out.
A3 Soooo many titles I want to read, mostly YA to keep up w/ the high schoolers & leadership titles for EdD classes
A3: Can't wait for RETURN FIRE by . My students are dying to find out what happens next in this series.
I have booktalked NINE, TEN over and over this week. Planning to share with my 5th graders soon.
A3: Looking forward to reading everything by especially THE GIRL WHO DRANK THE MOON
's YA-THE MEMORY OF THINGS Is out in early sept. SO wonderful!
. started with Miraclous Journey of Edward Tulane! Ss are LOVING it
A3. 's The Girl Who Drank The Moon Crooked Kingdom 's Flawed & 's The Reader
A3: Currently reading Red to my 5th graders and Rump to my 4th graders to prepare them for 's visit!
Q3: Added these titles to my TBR list. Also, Moo, Ghost, Still a Work in Progress, The Seventh Wish https://t.co/oE91bdzqwc
Don't forget 's new one, Ghost!
Consider cultivating and reading a 9/11 text set. So many PBs, MGs, YAs reflecting on that day 15 yrs ago.
A3: a bit behind: All American Boys, Lily and Dunkin, Another Brooklyn, The Underground Railroad, and Dave Eggers' new one.
. ahh!! Can't wait to read it!
A3: I also want to read The Memory of Things!
just read both of those last week
Excited to use so many picture books that Pernille Ripp shared on her website!
Can't wait to read the 2nd edition of Still Learning to Read by & .
A3. What are your read aloud suggestions for 3rd grade?
will also be 1:1 this year! Thanks for sharing- this is something that would be great to try K-5!
A3: Almost finished with this one. Great BOY read aloud for 5th grade.
Also love to read anything by Avi https://t.co/PZ53MYidAD
It's great! I just finished that one!
I have this in my TBR pile. Have you read 's NINE, TEN yet?
It's excellent. Warning: bring tissues.
Can't wait to read Ghost by Memory of things by and new one by
Falling Towers, Full of Beans. The War that Saved my Life for MG
I've also been booktalking SAVE ME A SEAT, MAXI'S SECRETS, and STICKS & STONES to colleagues a lot lately.
I'm predicting a shiny sticker for it, . It's such a standout for me.
Basically all the books that come out Tuesday!! Moo, Wish, Dog Man, Full of Beans - also reading lots of for
Currently Reading: Rain Reign with my daughters (our kitten now joins us every night, too - ha!) https://t.co/LoKE2b8XHg
Planning on reading Ghosts by as soon as possible! I have professional reads, but no kid reads!
Q3: If You Come Softly, Echo, Towers Falling, Anything But Typical
A3: And Towers Falling to compliment Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story and The Memory of Things
Thanks for the recommendation! I will definitely check it out!
A3. Can't wait to dive into One Half from the East by Nadia Hashimi.
A3 The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace. Falling Towers
A3 Looking forward to Dear Dragon , Ada Twist, Scientist , A Child of Books , The Journey
I saw this on Pinterest and love this idea because it's fun! Might appeal to some students. https://t.co/atTNLvoxNi
A3: TBR- A Tragic Kind of Wonderful, American Girls, The Bitter Side of Sweet, We Are the Ants.
A3. Still need to read 's Another Brooklyn and 's Ghost.
Not yet. That one is in our TBR pile.
just reread it - sooooo good
I'm starting my first read aloud of the year with 's The Memory of Things this week.
Only read first chapter to hook kids into finishing themselves.
A3: THE SCOURGE by & EMPIRE OF STORMS by
A3 just finished Wild Robot and PAX loves them both. Reading Wonder then PAX for
Shadow and Bone series by Leigh Bardugo, Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life by Amy Krouse Rosenthall, Briar Rose by Jane Yolen
If you haven't read "The Girl who could not dream" it's a really funny, scary book, not to be missed!
Miraclous journey of Edward Tulane, Crenshaw,
you will LOVE Pax. Keep tissues handy.
Also want to share Some Kind of Happiness, Maxi's Secrets, and Sticks and Stones with my students this year!
Just read Before the Fall and started the audio of Just Mercy. Both great reads for h.s. and beyond.
I had books line our chalk board. 30+books were always on display. When you walked in you totally knew we were a reading class
The Long Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. The sequel to The Fixer. Good books!
This is on my Fall I can't wait to get to it!
A3. Towers falling. Thing about jellyfish. Just finished Save me a seat.
first book on my list to read this fall w/6th grade. My goal is more book talks this year too! https://t.co/80AeSXGvE0
Q3 Currently reading Adnan's Story (Chaudry), An Echo in the Bone (Gabaldon), & Writing w/Mentors (Marchetti & O'Dell)
BFG is classic & magical. Phantom Tollbooth. The Search for Delicious is also a lesser known title w/ a great moral.
So many wonderful titles have been listed, my TBR pile is rapidly growing
A3: Will booktalk TOWERS FALLING by next week w/ 6th graders . Just started DELPHI EFFECT
A3: Just finished Lily and Dunkin. It is wonderful--such characters and perspectives! Loved it. (thank you )
Get them started on "A to Z Mysteries" This way they will fall in love with a series. https://t.co/GCegkow06U
A3: Would love some suggestions for 2nd grade!
Such a moving story, . Love the kitten!
Nearly finished with Another Brooklyn; it's beautiful.
A3 just ordered the serpent King
Perry was my favorite find of the summer! So I'll look for the moon one.
Thanks for sharing! Always looking for new JH books :)
A3: Have several picked out but can't decide. Is it weird that I want to wait and experience my new class tomorrow then pick?
Favorite story from this summer! Enjoy...
Loved Save Me a Seat. Did you enjoy it?
Oh yeah, Edward Tulane, Edward Tulane!!!
Handing my ARC of Raina Telgemeier's GHOSTS to a new student tomorrow - on the first day of school. 1/2
A2: Book tasting tomorrow (then drawing for books). Starting reading wish lists. 1st library visit Tues. https://t.co/JzCR793JfL
A2 just did speed dating with stacks of books. Readers were excited and now have to-read-next lists!
I've done Holes, City of Ember, Island of the Blue Dolphins, Bunnicula ... So many choices https://t.co/6c4S6tgHOS
A3. What are your read aloud suggestions for 3rd grade?
A3. Pax, Ratscalibur, Echo, The Wild Robot, Wish, Full of Beans https://t.co/UkXKg3y5pi
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
Forgot about The War that Saved My Life! Thanks!
SO looking forward to the sequel for Six of Crows, Crooked Kingdom by
A3: THE WILD ROBOT, my fave MG of the summer. I'll be reading it aloud to my 3rd grdrs this yr. Loved Roz's world.
Looking forward to sharing FINDING PERFECT w others when it pubs in October.
That's up next for me--digging in tomorrow.
A3 Underground Railroad, As Good as Gone, Commonwealth, Hag-Seed, gazillion picture books
Have you read "Fortunately the milk" by Neil Gaiman? So much fun....
Can't wait to read Holding Up the Universe by & Kids of Appetite by
Great! will start that when I finish David Mitchell's Slade House.
Looking forward to seeing how she liked reading Sunny Side Up. Nothing like exchanging recs before school starts! 2/2
I forgot about Finding Perfect. Another one to fit in and share with my students. Loved that book!
What? Was just talking about this with S! Talked about how intentional it is that we don't know what he looks like.
Some Kind of Happiness is my #1 share with my students this year. SUCH a great read!
Picture book I'll read with AP lang: Last Stop on Market Street by Beautiful craft.
Stellar collection of titles! https://t.co/zTXazMEh59
BFG is classic & magical. Phantom Tollbooth. The Search for Delicious is also a lesser known title w/ a great moral.
Just finished Stella by Starlight, The Serpent King, new HP and The Thing About Jellyfish Loved them all!
So beautiful! We'll be sharing it with teachers and students this fall.
Oooo, or "Waiting for the Magic" by P. Maclachlan?
Holy guacamole, that looks good, . Didn't know about that one.
A3. Coming in on the tail end here. Super recommendations!
Q3 Recommend recently read YA All American Boys (Reynolds & Kiely) The Serpent King (Zentner)
Loved, loved, loved The Serpent King!
Read PB bio DORTHEA'S EYES recently & my mind is racing w potential inspirations and ideas.
's Drama is going to be flying off my shelves this year!
Out of these three, which would be the best for 8th grade? I have lots of reading to do! :)
Echo is in my to read pile! Will have to add the others!
A3: For 5th grade & up, I loved "The False Prince"!!
Smiling at all of the love for 's The Serpent King during the chat. Definitely a must-read and share.
I can't wait to read Fenway & Hattie by to my 3rd gr Ss. It is a fun story, accessible, great for pov
oh the Gratz novel was great! Flew thru it!!
Excellent collection! When/where will I find the podcast?
A3: I plan to finally read The Great Gilly Hopkins before the film comes out. Looks like a great cast! https://t.co/yzgjEdxdv0
Time for some muggle snuggle (My son and I are reading Harry Potter at bedtime). Thanks and for tonight
She's on a pedestal with Ivan and India Opal & Winn-Dixie!
THE FRIENDSHIP EXPERIMENT is a book I'll offer many Ss in preview stacks this fall.
Finding Perfect may win the spine-of-the-year award.
I absolutely loved The Serpent King. https://t.co/SgnKBx9Jy3
Smiling at all of the love for 's The Serpent King during the chat. Definitely a must-read and share.
is a favourite in our house for so many reasons.
Rereading Maxi's Secrets The Memory of Things and Wish on deck A3 Plus a stack of PBs
First day read alouds: Boy + Bot, Schools First Day, First Day Jitters, Are you a Bucketfiller?, Math Curse
For a little fun, we like to read The Stinky Cheese Man, Silly Dilly Songs, and Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs
I LOVE THIS BOOK! https://t.co/ZlOrx7A87l
THE FRIENDSHIP EXPERIMENT is a book I'll offer many Ss in preview stacks this fall.
Anxiously awaiting the sequel to An Ember in the Ashes and looking forward to next year's Goodbye Days by
The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. NF about food and the secrets behind what we eat. I'm a foodie. https://t.co/VBfuYa0kg4
Q3 retweet https://t.co/GvvkSyXOVl
Q3. Time for book recommendations. What are some books you plan to read this fall?
Amazing! It will take your breath away- literally.
Just bought Wolf by Wolf by Ryan Graudin. Always have Ss interested in WWII time period
This book is SO good! Oh my! I'm rereading it and gifting it to some HS teacher friends.
A2: Know it's ok to change goal. I always set mine too high & have to adjust-12 FICTION (not professional!) in a year, hard 4 me!
. I finally got my copy from the library! Can't wait to read
A3 looking forward to 's new book. Also want to reREAD I'll give you the sun
I didn't even know this book was going to be a movie! Thanks for sharing!
Ha! Just finishing Ms. Bixby's Last day, and Wolf Hollow is next up for me.
A3 Reading One and Only Ivan, The Not So Quiet Library,Last Stop on Market Street, Lauren Castillo books with Global Read Aloud
Loved reading When Friendship Followed Me Home by Paul Griffin
Loved reading When Friendship Followed Me Home by Paul Griffin
I don't think The Crossover has spent a day in the library yet! Always on loan in my class!!
A3: Fenway & Hattie and The Rat Prince too
The Serpent King floored me.
I'm listening to the audio right now Kevin and I love it! A3
You will love Wolf Hollow!
I listened to the audiobook of Echo. Wonderful on audio!
Thanks all. So many great ideas tonight!! Happy reading and have a great school year!
The Serpent King will be my first book talk of the school year. I'll need more copies after that!
Agreed. Still thinking about this book months later.
Same here! THE SERPENT KING was incredible! https://t.co/PVLgqapCdN
I absolutely loved The Serpent King. https://t.co/SgnKBx9Jy3
Smiling at all of the love for 's The Serpent King during the chat. Definitely a must-read and share.
Ahh! Just finishing up UNDER THEIR SKIN & feeling Cannot WAIT for CHILDREN OF EXHILE
I am almost done with Stella by Starlight. Already have a few S's waiting to read it
I like your method much better than my computer file. Yours has permanence and could become a family heirloom
I have another kind of hurricane on my list.
Loved it and so did my 8th grade book group.
A3: It's not a new book, but planning to read Out of My Mind this year. Anyone have exp reading this to 3rd graders?
Have you read "Yes Chef" by Marus Samuelson? Or "Jacques Pepin's bio? They are great!
I really enjoyed Prosoner B-3087 by as well!!
I love "Where the red fern grows". Also, Matilda & Pipi Longstocking!
I finally read Out of my Mind by Sharon Draper and fell in love with it this summer. Time for Stella by Starlight!
This was my first chat with - Thank you for leading us - Enjoyed learning from this group :)
I am awaiting Ashes! Finally it will be out I believe in October!
not at all! You have to know your students too.
There are a lot of great books out for the 15th anniversary of 9/11.
I read it with 5th and 6th. I think it would still be good for 3rd. , what do you think?
I've loved Ally Carter's Embassy Row YA series. Finished 2nd bk and now reading bk 3 of Stoker & Holmes by Colleen Gleason.
I am 99% sure that I have it, and 99% sure that I have no idea where it is at.
I keep singing the praises of books BETWEEN SHADES OF GRAY & SALT TO THE SEA. If you haven't read them-DON'T WAIT!
Thanks for telling me about this,
A3 Ms. Bixby's Last Day ; Megan Frazer Blackmore's newest; The Great Shelby Homes/
WH is SO LEGIT!!!! Like To Kill a Mockingbird & Of Mice & Men had a KidLit baby.
Yes, just finished that one, . A heck of a book. That one scene. My heart!
I'm excited to read School's First Day of School and The Not So Quiet Library the first week of school!
A3: I'm also on an "author bender" with Ellen Hopkins and Jennifer Brown. Trying to read all their books.
I read Out of My Mind to my 3rd graders as a final read aloud. They loved it!
just bought my copy from my fav online book site
Read Orbiting Jupiter - family hardship/love, abuse, bullying, friendship, sacrifice, young love. Joining Global Read Aloud.
All American Boys is such a powerful must read for all!
I also heard that there will be a "follow up" to Grasshopper Jungle! It can't come soon enough!
A3 I would like to try a graphic novel to see what my Ss experience.
Q4. As we finish the chat, what's one book you plan to share with children this week?
I set aside UNUSUAL CHICKENS FOR THE EXCEPTIONAL POULTRY FARMER 4 a 6th grader who talked to me about his own chickens last year.
Depends on your group... it's kind of big but I would give it a try.
Awesome, thanks! I'm excited about getting started, I have a compassionate group & I think it will speak to them
Can't wait to read this one! We are big Jon Klassen fans
Can't wait for all the new releases this Tuesday. Some major titles!!!
A3: If you like books about the possibility of "is there a god?" Then read "Rumble" by Ellen Hopkins. It is now on my fav list.
yes. Some adult language. Wish it were cleaner.
Yes! I read it with my third graders and they LOVED it! They referred to Melody all year long. Go forth and read!
Me too! It stuck with me for days!
This is one of the new highlights of my month! I'm off to finish A Whole New Ballgame and rest up for Week 2! Thanks, Friends!
The One and Only Ivan will be a must read, too. This book was my Ss favorite last year.
Also if you have not read LILY AND DUNKIN, do yourself a favor & get it! will open minds & hearts with this gem!
A3: I absolutely afired reading St. Louia Armstrong Beach by Brenda Woods
Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo is amazing!
. Tuesday is my favorite day of the week.
Just finished The Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard. Not a great 2nd book but looking towards exciting conclusion book
A4: PINK IS FOR BLOBFISH by is my first book talk of the year.
Thanks for the visual. Those were the ones I was thinking of!
My third graders could not handle it as a class. Many of them are 8 the entire school year.
A4: Planning to book talk The False Prince (and series) in 8th grade tomorrow!
So many great titles and ideas shared! Thank you, thank you!
I haven't heard of this one but love anything that ties into history.
Yes, WH has stayed with me days after I finished it, mark of a great book.
A3: Miss Peregrine, The Kid Who Ran for President, Out of My Mind (based on kid recs), anything shiny & new that catches my eye
Oh yes, I also bought 2 copies of Pirasaurs tonight for my school library! Looking forward to sharing that one! :)
This was HANDS DOWN my favorite read in the last 2-3 years. https://t.co/rHi1CdjXso
Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo is amazing!
A4: SCHOOL'S FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL is a first day read aloud! Can't get better than honor illustrator's newest book!
Just finishing OCDaniel, by . Thoughtful & interesting. Good companion read to Lily & Dunkin.
So glad to hear that! I teach in an inclusion setting myself so I want that understanding for them all
Since school hasn't started for me yet, I'll share A Child of Books and Wish with my own children.
A4: haven't thought about it yet! Still need to figure that one out.
A1 And Tango Makes Three is such a sweet story that is a great springboard for discussion of diverse family structures
I constantly have requests for funny books. I am definitely going to share Alan's Big Scary Teeth
Thanks for a great Have a wonderful school year everyone!
A4 we haven't started yet but I think finding someplace about hurricane Katrina is a great read
Our district is having a book festival on Sept 17 to promote books, authors, and reading. If you are the in N Tx , check it out.
Make it your next read. I couldn't put it down. So original and lovely.
A4: We're reading THE ADVENTURES OF BEEKLE: THE UNIMAGINARY FRIEND by tomorrow for
. That's why I wrote "children" and not "students" for that question:)
Outs too! Passing it around to be read. So important. Written about so deftly
I'd have to agree with you on that ! The spine on FINDING PERFECT is spectacular!
Thanks to & for hosting tonight's awesome ! 😊📚❤️👍
A3: Have PAX on my dresser! https://t.co/etro9YAsqo
A3 just finished Wild Robot and PAX loves them both. Reading Wonder then PAX for
We are reading the first one right now in 5th grade. I knew the kids would love it!
AAAAAHH! It's not out til Tuesday! Crazy!!! 😊
The DOT!! With both my own kids and my students. Excited to participate in my first this yr. https://t.co/lBuFiCB3Tq
Q4. As we finish the chat, what's one book you plan to share with children this week?
the Gratz book is on my list to read. Prisoner was AMAZING. My students loved it!
More questions about "Breakfast with Books". Do you know when the post will be on Nerdy?
Another great and feeling ready and refreshed for the third week of school!
I listened to it in he car and kept driving the long way around to keep listening.
Also loved Burn for Burn, Fire with Fire, and Ashes to Ashes. 8th grade
We can't forget that many of our 3rd graders are still losing baby teeth!
Thank you, Couldn't agree more. "More minds opened through the majesty of a storyline."
Agreed!! https://t.co/f8QzjJlii5
I keep singing the praises of books BETWEEN SHADES OF GRAY & SALT TO THE SEA. If you haven't read them-DON'T WAIT!
