#TXLchat Archive
The #TXLchat provides a forum for Texas librarians (but not limited to Texas librarians) to create collaborative connections, share educational resources, and foster life-long learning.
Tuesday January 5, 2016
Marsha Edney from Kilgore TX teaching at HS
Linsey Taylor, elementary librarian. Can't wait 2 find some new stress relieves!
Jan Hodge District Library Media Specialist here
Megan Tumulty, elementary librarian in Frisco ISD
Q1: What benefits do students experience when coloring?
We were so fortunate to have Karissa Alcox share her wisdom. I'll be tweeting her answers b/c she is joining us later
A1a: Lots! Relaxation & a break from screens of course. It’s a low-key social activity & reduces social anxiety
A1: A time to slow down and breathe!
try the Quiver app for 3D coloring effects
A1b: encourages critical thinking skills - dialoguing best color placement, shading techniques
A2a: Offer free sheets, Make 1 table a Free Coloring Station, Post sign, Leave markers & crayons out 24/7
elem music teacher with MLS in Katy, TX...also a addict.
Brittni from Bisd elem lib a1 Ss so stressed with testing prep, coloring relaxes them, takes focus away for a bit
A1 maybe a less challenging judging world 4 freedom to be creative
A1: students get to be creative and relax in a no pressure environment. Ss get a choice-- no right or wrong way to color.
A1: A chance to relive skills learned at an early age...a throwback
hello all! Sonja, HS librarian from Nacogdoches here for tonight! Woo-HOOOO!
Q2: How could we make coloring happen in our Libraries?
A2a: Offer free sheets, Make 1 table a Free Coloring Station, Post sign, Leave markers & crayons out 24/7
Q2 set up a station/center some where in ur library w color pgs & crayons, markers etc
A2: bookmarks that can be colored during check-in/check-out could be quick when under time restraints
a2 color fav book covers of fav books or books just read, we ordered some coloring bookmarks from demco
A2. I keep a variety of color sheets out all the time along with various and sundry color-makers.
A2c: Run & promote “Doodle Hour” or "Munch & Make" progs during lunch- Spread variety of sheets & markers around room
Q3: What type of school-wide contests or projects could be used for promotion?
great resource! I like the idea of students "claiming a page" in a coloring book. No copies or violating cooyright
"munch and make" sounds too cute! Kiddos would love it!
A3 grade level coloring contests. Maybe even teacher vs teacher
Sue Fitzgerald checking in late.
ownership with shared coloring book and S's claim a page
A3: I think it'd be fun to get the teachers on board by introducing at a staff meeting. First ten minutes could be coloring time.
A3. really I love that it ISN'T a competition. I want to promote for those who would benefit the most from the relaxing aspect.
A3 Large picture on a wall for all to color...part of behavior incentive program maybe? Earn you spot to color?
A3: Definitely bookmark contests.
A3:Book Creation Contest w/your coloring sheets & your library Ex: Terry Roper w/Dallas Pub https://t.co/GoK5Tt08KO
welcome Sue! Glad you're here.
A3 Valentines is coming up - opportunity for HS to share their love!
A3: Love the idea of Ts v Ss coloring contest.
A3: Book Creation Contest with your coloring sheets featuring your library
Q4: How could you use coloring in your personal life?
Every time a student comes to the library they could color a part of the pic. Everyone can contribute. Love it!
A3. for me, once it becomes a competition, the FUN decreases & the anxiety rises
A4: Color during your break to destress when you’re having one of those days? ;)
A4 I love coloring in my Harry Potter coloring book but it kills my carpel tunnel if I do it 2 much
A4: I have THE SECRET GARDEN coloring book and spend about 10 minutes a night on a picture. Relaxing! Takes my mind off the crazy.
A point well taken. Competition diminishes the relaxation aspect.
Q5: What other activities can be both creative and mindful relaxation?
A5a: A local artist could teach drawing wkshp, youtube tutorials, spirograph art, blackout poetry, art journaling
A5 sewing...I love to hand quilt. Play with colors and fabrics and then let your mind relax as you quilt.
A5: Making music on the free beatwave app. Ss LOVE this app. So much creativity.
A5: Penmanship...taking an old skill and practicing. Lots of YouTube demos.
I've not tried coloring yet but I'm getting some inspiring ideas. I may cover the tables for nxt class visit and let them doodle
A5.We used to have a knitting club at my former library. My wonderful aide taught lots of kids (and me!) to knit during that time.
check out loopseque kids. Free version is fun for S's and T's.
found free coloring pages online, we could offer links on one of our websites to share w T's & S's Michel's
I did that 2 yrs ago & a 5th grader draw a... male body part on the butcher paper. :/
I'm here! Thanks for posting my responses. Looks like a great discussion. I'd be happy to answer any questions!
Everyone Welcome from Ontario Canada! She is a who has 2 coloring clubs in her libraries!!
. We could create a list of free resources on our Weebly page. https://t.co/idrJKBx7Kd
found free coloring pages online, we could offer links on one of our websites to share w T's & S's Michel's
profane graffiti is a challenge I've struggled with too! Haven't found solution besides quickly disposing
When do you have your coloring clubs? After school? lunch?
Any recommendations to get admin support for coloring?
How have you seen your coloring clubs have a positive effect in your libraries?
what is your fav story of engaged folks in coloring
Must mention IOS apps: Color Fun, Pigment (recommended by Cathy Schrock0, Procreate $5.99, Colorfy
brings people together! It's a fun light-hearted activity that gets people laughing and complimenting each other
I cut another piece of butcher paper & glued it over the drawing.
could ask our HS art S's to create coloring pages to share or bookmarks to copy & color..more involvement
Invite them to color! :-)
There is always a colouring station available - but I do periodic lunch hour events. Very low key.
great way to also share MC Escher's world of art
Q6: What have you learned from this chat that you will use tomorrow?
We like to use coloring with augmented reality like Crayola's Color Alive.
Santa left new boxes of colors and pencils under the tree for me. Starting a new design 2night.
I brought colouring to a Pop Up in the park and we sat around in the sun - it was delightful! https://t.co/P1FQGLHLIW
thanks so much to 4 tonight's topic & for joining us
A6: Ready to get some coloring going in my library and go from there to make it better. Gotta dive in!
Also a 5 year old girl who decided she was "grown up enough" for the adult sheets now. :)
Q6 print off some new coloring bookmarks. Easy!
Thanks creating this chat. Much fun. Looking forward to next week w another new topic.
Anytime! It was fun. Thanks for having me!
I am going to infuse coloring into our Elementary Libraries as a basic center
