#TXLchat Archive | Participate

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Brian, LMS Lakeside JHS, Springdale, AR #txlchat

participatechat Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #TXLchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/HdGxxCWqZl

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Glad to be here for some great ideas. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Welcome @MWLibraryDiva glad you're here! #txlchat

In reply to @MWLibraryDiva

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Angie, elem. Media specialist from NC #txlchat

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Love nonfiction! Kim from MD #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Sue Fitzgerald here from Justin, Texas. Ready to talk non-fiction. #txlchat

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Buffie from Mesquite ISD #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Welcome #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Rachel Kammerer from Stephenville HS #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hey Everyone! Let me go on record and say I want to see some sunshine soon. #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Welcome to #txlchat everyone. I'm helping to moderate this discussion. @HPScotsLibrary is aggressively weeding non-fiction this year!

In reply to @HPScotsLibrary

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Becky, Dist Lib Coor, Leander ISD, looking forward to hearing everyone's ideas on #txlchat tonight!

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Hello&welcome to #txlchat focusing on Non-Fiction. Moderators are @lupodmore @becalzada @sue_fitz @txlibraryguy Let us know who's joining us
In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @sue_fitz, @txlibraryguy

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Lucy HS librarian from San Antonio. #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Michelle, ready to chat! #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Me too!! @sharongullett #txlchat

In reply to @sharongullett

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Thanks Sue-glad to be here! @sue_fitz #txlchat

In reply to @sue_fitz

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Great to see you in #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hi Kim-welcome! Is this your first #txlchat?

In reply to @kapjohnson

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Rebecca - media specialist in Georgia #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Always nice to see librarians from other states sharing their ideas! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Good to see you! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

North Carolina in the house! Welcome to #txlchat Angie :)

In reply to @AMitchell828

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Nancy Jo from #reedylibrary in Frisco! Howdy all! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

We look forward to your wisdom #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:02 PM EST

Michelle, ready to chat! #txlchat

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

nope, but it's been a while! #txlchat

In reply to @becalzada

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Hello, I'm Victoria from NE. Middle school librarian. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:00 PM EST

Hello&welcome to #txlchat focusing on Non-Fiction. Moderators are @lupodmore @becalzada @sue_fitz @txlibraryguy Let us know who's joining us
In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @sue_fitz, @txlibraryguy

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Julee elementary/middle school librarian from South Texas joining in #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Welcome!! @vacampbell13 #txlchat

In reply to @vacampbell13

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Lana from Richardson Excited about the topic #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Back at you! #txlchat

In reply to @sue_fitz

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi Brian-welcome to #txlchat. Happy to have you sharing tonight :)

In reply to @brian_librarian

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Glad to be here. :-) Needing to weed and looking for a way to spruce up my nonfiction section. #txlchat

In reply to @becalzada

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Q1 coming up in just a min! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Glad to have you. I'm moved here from SC - your neighbor #txlchat.

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:03 PM EST

Rebecca - media specialist in Georgia #txlchat

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:04 PM EST

Jan from Frisco ready to chat and learn! #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Yes-Yes-YES to this!! #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hey Everyone! Let me go on record and say I want to see some sunshine soon. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1: Describe overall trends/changes you've experienced in your non-fiction collection. Remember to reply using A1 and #txlchat

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

A1: NF circ tends to follow what sci/math Ts teach, weather, solar activity, magnets, etc Powerful sci Ts = Great book recs for Ss #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Glad we picked this NF topic then! #txlchat

In reply to @AMitchell828, @becalzada

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Love the Carolinas. #txlchat.

In reply to @becalzada, @AMitchell828

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi Rebecca-welcome to #txlchat :)

In reply to @RebeccaSErwin

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Karyn from Katy, TX- middle school librarian ready to talk non fiction! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

Hey friend. #txlchat

In reply to @JuleeMurphy

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1 weeding out reference, more narrative nonfiction #txlchat

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

Coming in a little late! Linsey Taylor, Pk-5th librarian #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

So many participants from outside Texas-excited to extend the #txlchat #pln !!

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: Less reference type books. More biographies & engaging NF works. Lots of AP & Study Guides too! #txlchat

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1- How to and Maker books are flying off the shelves! Visual dictionaries are popular with K-5 #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: intentionally buying to support Ss National History Day projs after feedback from a research mini lesson to value their topics #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

Because TX is center of the library universe! #txlchat

In reply to @becalzada

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: NF follows curriculum. Animals, sports, and poetry the most popular #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: It is funny to watch, our younger students eat Nonfiction up. They love to learn about new things. #txlchat

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

Margaret Resendez, PK-6 lib from Arlington TX #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

Putting down my book to join #txlchat tonight! Hello, friends!

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

Shawna from Weatherford, TX here! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

In the past non-fiction was huge and widely used. Today - it's sitting idle. Some pockets are used but not like in the past. #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Yes to more biographies! @NancyJoLambert #txlchat

In reply to @NancyJoLambert

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 I agree weeding reference and adding a lot of science are two things that have occurred in the last few years. #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: I am moving from elem to MS this year and do not see my Ss checking out nearly as much NF! 😢 #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Totally agree - the standard NF sets are not circulating in my new HS lib @NancyJoLambert #txlchat

In reply to @NancyJoLambert

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Agreed. I am also weeding a good portion of the reference section. @kapjohnson #txlchat

In reply to @kapjohnson

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Kirsten joining in from Fort Worth #txlchat

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 Biographies like "Who was" and "Who is" bobble head books are popular too! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 Reference can now be found online-TexQuest, My students love narrative NF #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Jan from Crowley ISD here #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Marsha edney from Henderson HS #txlchat

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

Fewer reference books. Math & science r popular and so are sports books. #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1. I'm hoping for a new golden age for YA non-fiction, much like we have seen in fiction. #txlchat.

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1 I think some of the more formulaic books are getting better. Lots of very specific books in science but in kid friendly Lang. #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Many readers requesting sports books! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

So many of the reference books are online now. Reference collection has dwindled. #txlchat

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: The trend I see most in non-fiction is high interest in graphic novels, biographies, & World War II. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1: Describe overall trends/changes you've experienced in your non-fiction collection. Remember to reply using A1 and #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

Any specific science topics? @MWLibraryDiva #txlchat

In reply to @MWLibraryDiva

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1-Alot less Reference; the little we have in print in inter-shelved with regular non-fiction #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

Welcome friend. #txlchat

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

Could u pair NF w/popular fiction titles to push circulation? @ktlewis14 #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

My shelves are so packed that it is often hard for Ss to find what they want. I am working on weeding to help this. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q2: Provide specific reasons to read&promote non-fiction collection. Reply using A2 and #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Mine too! #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Many readers requesting sports books! #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1-Our HS have a Narrative Non Fiction section #txlchat

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: My students love biographies! esp the Who Was/Is series. Also, Magic Tree House Fact Tracker books - great way to pair f/nf #txlchat

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

I have done that before! Also poetry w/ fiction. #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian, @ktlewis14

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

yes! I'd rather teach and use databases than reference! #txlchat

In reply to @sue_fitz

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Great idea #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

Could u pair NF w/popular fiction titles to push circulation? @ktlewis14 #txlchat
In reply to @ktlewis14

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

I know! I absolutely love how they own their learning! Hoping to build some curiosity in my MS kids! #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: It is funny to watch, our younger students eat Nonfiction up. They love to learn about new things. #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1 Non-fiction that goes untouched is historical,teachers &Ss prefer using the internet. Sports & celebrity bios increased demand. #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

#txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1-Ss barely use unless required research, 💔

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

Yes, we do! For example, Number The Stars, Anne Frank, etc. #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:09 PM EST

Could u pair NF w/popular fiction titles to push circulation? @ktlewis14 #txlchat
In reply to @ktlewis14

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

I like that idea. I might have to try this. #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian, @ktlewis14

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2: Nonfiction introduces young readers to the world around them and deepens their interests. #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1: Trend in NF is that print in Elementary is still strong for biographies and animals Not so much for secondary #txlchat

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2 I find boys are more willing to read NF abt topics that r of interest to them. #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

@utalaniz Sports books will always be popular #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper, @utalaniz

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A1: certain areas of NF popular on own, others have to be worked and promoted harder #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1: Describe overall trends/changes you've experienced in your non-fiction collection. Remember to reply using A1 and #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

Nonfiction is popular in my library with 1-3rd grade especially on the topics of Bigfoot, aliens, ghosts, biographies, origami. #txlchat

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

One thing I have noticed is shorter nonfiction books that kids tend to be drawn to because they are not intimidating. #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2: builds lifelong readers-NY Times bestseller list is strewn w/NF titles #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2. Non-fic reading is the antidote to ignorance and simplistic political debates that lead nowhere! #txlchat

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2: Knowing how to approach nonfiction books leads to better understanding of more complicated nonfiction seen in the real world #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

#txlchat

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:08 PM EST
A1: The trend I see most in non-fiction is high interest in graphic novels, biographies, & World War II. #txlchat
- LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:05 PM EST
  
  Q1: Describe overall trends/changes you've experienced in your non-fiction collection. Remember to reply using A1 and #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

Yes - I saw this in MS and DEFINITELY see it in HS @_kirstenmurphy #txlchat

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

Pairing it with fiction gives context to historical events. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q2: Provide specific reasons to read&promote non-fiction collection. Reply using A2 and #txlchat

CassieJanda Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 Sports, animals, cars, drawing/origami is still popular in my elem. library #txlchat

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2 If Ss are more interested in it & want to read it. I Try to encourage Ts to not require chapter books for SSR! #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

We are trying that out at our new HS-lots of careful thought put into that! #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian, @ktlewis14

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2 Nonfiction seems to help with some reluctant readers when they find out there are books about topics they love. #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2 its what as informed decision makers we must all learn to read, interpret, value. #txlchat

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2 Reading NF is a great way to teach course specific vocabulary, text features, and reading in the content areas #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:12 PM EST

So glad to be here and ready to add some wrinkles to my brain as we chat! #txlchat

In reply to @sue_fitz

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: NF reading improves comprehension & encourages learning HOW to read for the information needed, not just reading linearly #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1 Our dog and sports section are still our biggest sections. #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

I am reading THE SECRET KEEPERS by Trenton Lee Stewart @lbkids #txlchat

In reply to @CassieJanda, @lbkids

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

pairing non-fiction with fiction works well for my readers #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian, @ktlewis14

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

I like your phrase " how to approach non-fiction books: @RebeccaSErwin #txlchat

In reply to @RebeccaSErwin

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

possibly... Has worked in reminding Ss about WWII with their current novel study. #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2 Biographies are a gr8 "gateway book" into NF for your fiction reading Ss. #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2-learn new things! Learn about people & cultures & history #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:13 PM EST

Ss like non-fiction in their interest area. #txlchat

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: Text features & infographics Loving my newest @JrLibraryGuild selection arrived today, Animal Infographics & know Ss will too! #txlchat

In reply to @JrLibraryGuild

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

YES! Super important especially for those Ss who need that STORY before the NF @_MichelleCooper #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2 I love the current issues and events. Teach them to see both sides of issues #txlchat

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: Reading NF has been critical to any job I've had, even working at Six Flags. Younger ss are more likely to go NF for me. #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

Not everyone is a fiction reader so we have to provide high interest for our non-fiction readers. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

Q3: In addition to curriculum, what factors determine your non-fiction purchases? Reply using A3 and #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

new buzzword should be complexity! #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: Promote NF for left brain development Create a healthy diet of literacy #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

YES - people sometimes forget that is a skill to be taught - how to read for info @mresend1 #txlchat

In reply to @mresend1

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2 Reading NF is different from reading fiction, and it takes practice. Ss come in asking for books about _______daily! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

Yes!!! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

A2: NF requires different type of reading skills that Ss need to be fluent in as much as they need fiction fluency #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q2: Provide specific reasons to read&promote non-fiction collection. Reply using A2 and #txlchat

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3 age of collections, info is current and correct #txlchat

sonjaschulz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

popping in late to #txlchat tonight--will be checking archives to catch up!

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q3 I think we need to buy non-fic that has a buzz around it and/or has excellent reviews for general audiences. #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

that is literally all I think I read as a middle school student. #txlchat

In reply to @NancyJoLambert

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3 I listen and solicit student input when making any book purchases including nonfiction. #txlchat

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3 NF purchased based on current events, student interest, #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

Same in elementary school - Ss if all ages like what they know & have to be nudged to try new things #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2: Reasons to read non-fic: learn something new, learn how to use text features, develop new interests. #txlchat

laffinglibrary Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#txlchat... TLA in SA will B here B4 we know it!! Be sure to follow @TXLA and like the facebook page https://t.co/ZlESswoK5o to keep updated

In reply to @TXLA

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2 Promoting NF helps students broaden their interests and helps them discover new things about themselves. #Readingwithoutwalls #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3-Curriculum is at the top, followed by strongly reviewed NF, Student interests, teacher needs #txlchat

CassieJanda Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3 Subject, visual appeal, format-does it offer something unique, or is it like the others I have on the subject? #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q3: We take requests, seek high interest books, find contemporary biographies, and more #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

definitely! #txlchat

In reply to @MWLibraryDiva

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3 Suggestions from students drive purchasing decisions #txlchat

TTMobile_us Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#txlchat is now trending in USA, ranking 39

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3-weeding to update info or ppl in bio section, my interest /curiosity when I read about or see new titles #txlchat

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Also true w graphic NF I "fight" the battle w Ts abt graphic novels until I point out skills needed to comprehend NF #txlchat

In reply to @lanabrarian

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Well this is exciting! Go #txlchat!!

TTMobile_us Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

#txlchat is now trending in USA, ranking 39

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3 Student interest. I do surveys with my Ss to find out what they want. This week and next I am surveying my sports fans. #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3 we also need 2 exsure our displays & promotional showcase our NF sometimes to tempt S's is all they need. #txlchat

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

Q3: When buying non-fic I take Ss interests in mind as well as curricular needs. I try to obtain things I think Ss can get into #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

LOVE the animal infographics! #txlchat

In reply to @mresend1, @JrLibraryGuild

laffinglibrary Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3: what students want. What is looking shabby from being checked out so much #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q4: How has your non-fiction changed the dynamics of your library program? Reply using A4 and #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

I have learned about gr8 books from Ss, including In the Garden of Beasts. #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 I also make sure I have the books "behind the movies" that have come out or are coming out. Ss love the "real story!" #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: I choose what non-fiction books to purchase based on age of certain sections as well as keeping popular topics current. #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Student interests, book reviews and my own reading of children's nonfiction #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Interest surveys,convos&relationships with my readers. World events. Showing readers books that I find to get their input. #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: currency in sports books-star athletes turn over/get traded quickly! 😁 #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Student interest is a determining factor when compiling a non-fic book order so lots of puppies, kittens, and gross stuff #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Weeding has been a constant battle with an aging collection. #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3-weeding to update info or ppl in bio section, my interest /curiosity when I read about or see new titles #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 My graphic novel section has really grown the past two years. Can't keep them on the shelves. #txlchat

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 Popular topics like cars, sports, sharks Books on the Sibert list Books w/great reviews #txlchat

mresend1 Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3: Sometimes NF book choice purchases are as simple as ebook avail. Ts love projecting books in classroom #txlchat #arlingtech #aisdlibsrv

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3 After curriculum, reviews and student or teacher choice play important part in NF purchases #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3 How the book flows. Can a reader get info within a section or does it take reading it through to construct meaning? #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A4-it's impacted new school planning. Less print, less shelves to purchase #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

SUCH a great way to use e-books that I think Ts often forget. @mresend1 #txlchat

In reply to @mresend1

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3: Ss interest, updated formats (i.e.: narrative nonfiction), current info #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:15 PM EST

Q3: In addition to curriculum, what factors determine your non-fiction purchases? Reply using A3 and #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

I need to promote more NF titles to revive it! #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2 Promoting NF helps students broaden their interests and helps them discover new things about themselves. #Readingwithoutwalls #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3 the quality of the photography weighs in heavily when evaluating NF candidates. #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4, I am passionate about NF books, but that has not translated into impacting library program. Hopefully soon! #txlchat

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4 I'm more "pushy" with NF, esp with curriculum connections. Usually sts are surprised how helpful the book is to their research #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4 I am trying to keep up with demand. My students are voracious NF readers in large part to the efforts of our reading teachers! #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q4: How has your non-fiction changed the dynamics of your library program? Reply using A4 and #txlchat

kellylibrarian1 Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

I need more Spain all sections. I wish could help teachers more but I don't know Spanish & our Eng titles often don't come in Sp. #txlchat

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4: I genrefied our biography & graphic novels into their own sections due to popularity #txlchat

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:21 PM EST

A3 Literary NF is booming! Readers find it more approachable when there's a narrative. #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

A4-Always considering what ages the quickest; probably have info for these areas in digital format for most up to date #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

This is such great news! @_MichelleCooper #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

laffinglibrary Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

Actually on the facebook event page choose "interested" or "going" to stay updated #txlchat

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

A3: rather than a trend that will disappear faster than my budget allows, I like books w/ meat to entice my older readers #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

I spend more money on fiction than in the past but I've added many more non-fiction unlimited access eBooks. #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

Nice to have reading teachers! #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:22 PM EST

A4 NF section is extremely large due to teacher research requests. Dated and in need of weeding.#txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

I'm working on a "Do You Know Non-Fiction" display with unexpected NF books paired w/popular fiction for elem Ss #txlchat

In reply to @EdneyLib

laffinglibrary Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

Me too! Drawing, Wreslting Bios, ISpy, Sharks. Ugg so gross #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

Shocked to see how much circ rates increased when I did some heavy weeding. @SmithReads #txlchat

In reply to @SmithReads

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

I can't say enough wonderful things about our ELA teachers. They ROCK! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

A4-I've added more graphic novels (some classic stories), reduced ref books, added more fiction #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

A4-Texas specific info is always a challenge so having multi-access NF ebooks is a must! #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

Ohh great idea! #txlchat @_kirstenmurphy @EdneyLib

In reply to @_kirstenmurphy, @EdneyLib

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5: Please share your successful strategies promoting non-fiction reading. Pics are great to share! Reply using A5 and #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

I did the same thing. The Ss know that the graphic novels are in the front of the media center. #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Graphic novels are also great for front-loading! #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:23 PM EST

A4-I've added more graphic novels (some classic stories), reduced ref books, added more fiction #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

I'm pretty excited to see how it goes! #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore, @EdneyLib

kapjohnson Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

A4 @LuPodmore yes, and face out! #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

A4: I haunt the curriculum and load up interest carts for Ts & Ss for the week. It's helped remove the dust. #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Has anyone done a curriculum map to correlate NF with impt units taught? #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

EXACTLY! @SmithReads #txlchat

In reply to @SmithReads

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

It is amazing once kids can find the newer books circulation goes through the roof. #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore, @SmithReads

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

A4: Max Axiom is a great NF graphic novel series focusing on science topics #highinterest #txlchat

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

It sounds cliche but it's true - every teacher is a reading teacher! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy, @_MichelleCooper

laffinglibrary Jan 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

A5: when I weeded, I left the bottom shelf of every column against the wall empty to display. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5: Please share your successful strategies promoting non-fiction reading. Pics are great to share! Reply using A5 and #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

These are flying off my shelves right now in 3rd grade #txlchat

In reply to @SmithReads

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:25 PM EST

I just did that with mine. They love it! #txlchat

In reply to @AMitchell828, @brian_librarian

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A4: I think developing the graphic novels & adding more books about coding & tech have encouraged more reluctant readers to read.#txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q4: How has your non-fiction changed the dynamics of your library program? Reply using A4 and #txlchat

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A4 Weeded extensively & I think it has become more approachable. I give quick lessons on how it is organized. Gives students power. #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

I wish this were true. Content drives AP instruction and this does not allow for in depth reading. #txlchat

In reply to @RebeccaSErwin, @_MichelleCooper

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A5 I have moved my graphic novels both fiction and nf to a new location and that helped students locate easily. #txlchat

staceybethr Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A4 Junior Library Guild helps a lot in my NF section. Books are consistently interesting, engaging and appropriate for Ss #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A5: Genrefy your NF Graphic Novels so the students can find them easily #usageexplosion #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

I've been adding @FollettLearning Lightboxes and the Ss love them. Our test admin wants them for Ss to learn how to navigate STAAR #txlchat

In reply to @FollettLearning

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

A5: Book displays definitely promote nonfiction reading #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5: Please share your successful strategies promoting non-fiction reading. Pics are great to share! Reply using A5 and #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Jan 17 @ 9:26 PM EST

I have a small budget so I order mostly bilingual titles for Spanish section. Scholastic has good bilingual titles @kellylibrarian1 #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

Not a full-on curriculum map, but have done "mini-maps" for diff Ts to help them see alternate options 2 use #txlchat

In reply to @sharongullett

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A4 it's hard to update NF w budget cuts #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5-"ever wonder about" sign and categories hanging down like a mobile (sorry, no pic on my phone) #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5. New tool for NF is the brand new Topaz reading list. Coming soon to TXLA conf. #txlchat I'm a committe member!

staceybethr Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5 Conducting a #SibertSmackdown with 4th grade helps! Always thankful to @mstewartscience for her guidance and virutal support #txlchat

In reply to @mstewartscience

EdneyLib - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5 a display built w multiple tables & levels w all sports in 1 display - S's picked bks, then all sports on signage. #txlchat

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

My graphic novels have their own mobile shelf. :-) #txlchat

In reply to @MWLibraryDiva

lanabrarian Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

A5 I spend equally between fix and nf I do read alouds equally I book talk equally 💜 nonfiction #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

Hooray!! Can't wait for this - was definitely needed! @txlibraryguy #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

Sounds awesome! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

kimballreaders Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

A5: the best promotion is reading them aloud #txlchat

Asimkhan104 Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

#txlchat #ExPresidentsToDoList #CircusSongs #rickeysmileyforreal https://t.co/mT3gbGVLkP

brian_librarian Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

A5: Dynamic duos display pairing fiction/NF #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:28 PM EST

I love @JrLibraryGuild boxes! #txlchat

In reply to @staceybethr, @JrLibraryGuild

kellylibrarian1 Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

I need to do mre collaborating with the math/science teachers. I don't want them to think that I am limited to only helping rdg t. #txlchat

sonjaschulz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

would love to see a list of these--awesome! #txlchat

In reply to @NancyJoLambert

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

NICE! @brian_librarian #txlchat

In reply to @brian_librarian

linseymtaylor Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5 work Ts, pull books on lessons they are teaching. #txlchat

gordonherring Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

Jennifer Williamson @ Madeley Ranch has segmented Elem NF by category markers on shelf Her library for E, NF, B is a must visit #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:29 PM EST

Always booktalk NF, add to displays, include in Digital Research Kits #txlchat

RebeccaSErwin Jan 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

A5: Nonfiction picture books! Less intimidating, but still packed full of information. Gail Gibbons' books are awesome! #txlchat

sonjaschulz - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

OUTSTANDING! #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5. New tool for NF is the brand new Topaz reading list. Coming soon to TXLA conf. #txlchat I'm a committe member!

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:30 PM EST

I saw that! Sounds fantastic! Can't wait to hear about it! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

A5: Reading nonfiction aloud helps promote circulation of nonfiction #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

@EdneyLib Will do! #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1, @EdneyLib

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Folks we've reached our 30 min time! Thank you @becalzada @txlibraryguy & @sue_fitz for moderating and TY for ALL your great ideas! #txlchat

In reply to @becalzada, @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

SmithReads Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Books that are NF narrative are great read alouds and Ss want to research. Why not bring a super soaker and read it outside!? #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

This would be a great shelf talker idea. I will have to try this one. #txlchat

rachel_kammerer Jan 17 @ 9:27 PM EST

A5-"ever wonder about" sign and categories hanging down like a mobile (sorry, no pic on my phone) #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Lot's of great NF books out there. I will have hard time figuring out my top 10 for Topaz. #txlchat.

In reply to @ktlewis14

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

A4 We had a Fall Book Tasting and many of the NF titles were passed around and written on "orders" to check out. #txlchat

vacampbell13 Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Q5: I've started book-talking non-fiction with every group that comes in. I find that Ss will check it out if someone recommends it #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Thank you all for a wonderful chat! #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

NancyJoLambert - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

My phone kicked me off Twitter. 😫 I missed the end. Gonna go back & read all the tweets though! 🤗 #txlchat

MWLibraryDiva Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Great time. Plenty of ideas to work with. #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Gr8t topic @txlibraryguy @sue_fitz #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Isn't there another Magic Schoolbus series coming soon for elem? #txlchat

txlibraryguy - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Thanks to you. Thanks to everyone in #txlchat.

In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @sue_fitz

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:32 PM EST

Lots of great ideas from librarians tonight! Thx for sharing them on #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:31 PM EST

Folks we've reached our 30 min time! Thank you @becalzada @txlibraryguy & @sue_fitz for moderating and TY for ALL your great ideas! #txlchat
In reply to @becalzada, @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

A5 I am going to make sure to have plenty of NF in my "First Readers Club" selection. Select Ss will be the first to read and share #txlchat

becalzada - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:33 PM EST

And don't forget that they will all be on Storify too :) #txlchat

In reply to @NancyJoLambert

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

I do an "Open the Box" act and have the best time teasing Ss w/what could be in the box! #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14, @staceybethr, @JrLibraryGuild

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

@rachel_kammerer I love making shelf talkers to drum up interest! #txlchat

In reply to @AMitchell828, @rachel_kammerer

kellylibrarian1 Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

I need a list for literary nonfiction. Anyone have one already done? #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

Fastest 30 minutes in the world! #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

Archives may not be posted until tomorrow night. I'll be out of town during the day. #txlchat

LuPodmore - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:34 PM EST

Know what's refreshing? Despite all the craziness of the times educators just keep working to help our Ss. Thank you Ts&librarians! #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:35 PM EST

Amazing ideas from an amazing group! Thanks everyone! #txlchat

In reply to @LuPodmore, @becalzada, @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

romenendez14 Jan 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

Thank you @txlibraryguy & @sue_fitz ! Non-Fiction deserves to be center stage too! #txlchat

In reply to @txlibraryguy, @sue_fitz

utalaniz Jan 17 @ 9:36 PM EST

Back to my book! Thanks for a great #txlchat!

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

Thank you so much. I walked away with great ideas to improve my NF collection. #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Jan 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

Next Tuesday Kelly Hoppe will help us talk about the Spirit of Texas authors and books. Hope u can join us. #txlchat

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:37 PM EST

I NEED MORE TIME WITH YOU PEOPLE!!! (All caps & extra exclamations used on purpose 😉). Thnx for great chat & new brain wrinkles! #txlchat

AMitchell828 Jan 17 @ 9:40 PM EST

#txlchat

In reply to @janhodgelibrary, @ktlewis14, @rachel_kammerer

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

Awesome type of narrative nonfiction = You Choose Interactive books. I actually shelf w/Adventure chapters & they are HOT! #txlchat

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

it is closer to home, so I wanted them too! 😁Still the best job EVER!! #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1

ktlewis14 Jan 17 @ 9:43 PM EST

Yes! Puts Ss in history! @CapstonePub has some great topics! #txlchat

In reply to @CapstonePub

_kirstenmurphy Jan 17 @ 9:41 PM EST

Awesome type of narrative nonfiction = You Choose Interactive books. I actually shelf w/Adventure chapters & they are HOT! #txlchat