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_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #txlchat We are so happy you are joining us tonight. Please introduce yourself.

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST

Sue Fitzgerald from Justin, Texas getting ready for some holiday reads. #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:01 PM EST

Agree! I look forward to those lazy days with a book! #txlchat

In reply to @sue_fitz

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST

Here (on time for a change) from Pearl, TX #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST

Julee here from Corpus #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:02 PM EST

Sara elementary librarian in NEISD crashing #nisdedchat and joining #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Jan Hodge from Crowley here with the fireplace crackling #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Marsha from Kilgore #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Sharon Gullett from lovely, drizzly, cloudy East Texas. #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:03 PM EST

Yay! Glad you are here! #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hey friend! Glad you are here! This crazy weather is making it hard to get into the hang of winter! #txlchat

In reply to @janhodgelibrary

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1. What is your favorite book for 2016? #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:05 PM EST

So many Pax, All the Bright Places, Holding UP the Universe, Wolf Hollow, #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q1. What is your favorite book for 2016? #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: I recently read & enjoyed A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. Definitely recommend it! #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:06 PM EST

Oh and Kids Deserve It #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Usually what I'm currently reading is my favorite. In this case it is Heartless by Meyer #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

Just noticed it's harder to follow a Twitter chat now due to changes in search hashtag screen. W/ do companies try to change things #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Grit by Angela Duckworth is my #favbook2016 @angeladuckw #txlchat

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ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Salt to the Sea is another great one from this year! #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: Unfortunately my favorite book is the one I'm reading. Echo by Ryan sticks out from the many I've read this year. #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:08 PM EST

Me too. I need to get better about logging books on goodreads or something so I can go back and remember #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Fav book of 2016-Pax #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST

A1: I have to also mention Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom by Bardugo. I haven't read Grisha trilogy yet though. #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST

I use Goodreads to even help me keep up with my TBR list! Love it! #txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary, @sandracarswell

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

I still haven't read this, but will definitely during the holidays! #txlchat

In reply to @JuleeMurphy

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q2. What is in your 'to be read' stack? #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

I have a Goodreads account for that purpose, never happens! Lol #txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

I love Salt to Sea @RutaSepetys is one of my very favorite authors and speakers #txlchat

In reply to @ShawnaFord1, @RutaSepetys

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

What would life be without Goodreads. #txlchat. I've even introduced it to my Ss.

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:09 PM EST

I use Goodreads to even help me keep up with my TBR list! Love it! #txlchat
In reply to @laffinglibrary, @sandracarswell

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1: I also enjoyed Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell #bestbooks2016 #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

Everything that is going to be mentioned tonight -haha #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:10 PM EST

Q2. What is in your 'to be read' stack? #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2: Here is one stack! #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST

Might have to be my New Years resolution since losing weight never works -lol #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:11 PM EST

Just got in new titles 4 AP Eng will be reading a few classics I have missed The Awakening, etc #txlchat

kellylibrarian1 Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST

I need to finish Full of Beans. The One & Only Ivan...is on my list of want to read as well. #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:12 PM EST

I have a never ending pile in my to read list. Right now I'm reading Ruby Red and writing Book Brawl questions. #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: trying to finish this year's Lone Star list and then I'll start on next years! #txlchat

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

@_MichelleCooper A very true statement.#txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary, @_MichelleCooper

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Love, Love, Love The One & Only Ivan! Always try to find someone to give it to for Christmas! #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Just finished "You Know When the Mean Are Gone." - Fallon. Read Across Texas selection.#txlchat SCarswell will enjoy. Setting at Ft Hood.

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: My next reads are the rest of the #Bluebonnets and whatever @becalzada is reading @TXLA @TxASL #txlchat

In reply to @becalzada, @TXLA, @TxASL

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:13 PM EST

Just going thru some of these listed 2nite will be my goal too @janhodgelibrary #txlchat

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_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:14 PM EST

My #TBR stack! #txlchat

kellylibrarian1 Dec 13 @ 9:14 PM EST

I need to start in one next year's Bluebonnets way earlier too. #txlchat

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2: I'm building a stack to take home from school incl. Gertie's Leap to Greatness, The War the Saved My Life, and Lily and DUNKIN. #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: @utalaniz is a great one to follow if you are looking for new titles to read! #txlchat

In reply to @utalaniz

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

Q3. What professional books do you recommend or want to read? #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

That's in my stack too. #txlchat.

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:14 PM EST

My #TBR stack! #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: After reading this article, I need to branch out more! Leaders are Readers. Are You? - CO-OP THINK https://t.co/J15MuSGkWG #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST

100% recommend #kidsdeserveit!! Going to read #innovatorsmindset over the break #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

Q3. What professional books do you recommend or want to read? #txlchat

kellylibrarian1 Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST

I read Rachel Hauck's The Wedding Dress. It was so so good. I hope they make it into a Hallmark movie. #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST

I have the Third Teacher on my list for prof reading. #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

A3: The Art of Coaching is one that I will tackle during the holidays. #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

I started Lily and Dunklin. Just having a hard time finishing it. #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

Loved, loved, loved that book #txlchat

kellylibrarian1 Dec 13 @ 9:16 PM EST

I read Rachel Hauck's The Wedding Dress. It was so so good. I hope they make it into a Hallmark movie. #txlchat

CassieJanda Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1 Cassie from Fort Worth here...lurking for some great ideas for reads over the break! #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:17 PM EST

GCouros book on my reading list too. #innovatorsmindset #txlchat

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: I loved Crenshaw, Pax, Ramie Nightingale, Salt to the Sea, All the Bright Places, & The Honest Truth. #nerdybookclub #titletalk #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3: Planning to re-read Growth Mindset with my Librarian hat on. #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3: Also this one: The Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: oh I forgot Serpent King #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:18 PM EST

A3: Great Professional Book Switch by Chip Heath @chipheath #mustread #txlchat

In reply to @chipheath

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

Hey, Karyn- middle school librarian - trying to quiz my junior high S on Spanish and catch up with #txlchat

CassieJanda Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1 Loved Maybe a Fox and Salt to the Sea this year #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

@CassieJanda welcome #txlchat

In reply to @CassieJanda

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

YES! I really got a lot from that one! #txlchat

In reply to @janhodgelibrary, @chipheath

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

Can I ask a question? You can answer later after the chat. How do we get TEACHERS to read? #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

Q4. What is your favorite holiday book to read? #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

Oftentimes a good YA book will do it! Then meet for dinner to discuss!. Teacher book club! #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

becalzada - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

So on my prof TBR pile is Balanced Leadership & Innovator's Mindset #txlchat

In reply to @janhodgelibrary

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:21 PM EST

A4: Best Christmas Pageant Ever (oldie but goodie!) #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:21 PM EST

Great question-I gave every teacher a pic frame at beginning of school. They write what they are reading on it in dry erase marker. #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

Can I ask a question? You can answer later after the chat. How do we get TEACHERS to read? #txlchat

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:21 PM EST

@_MichelleCooper We were gifted a copy of Kids Deserve it at @EdcampKatyTX by @TechNinjaTodd so I need to read! #txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary, @_MichelleCooper, @EdcampKatyTX, @TechNinjaTodd

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

Offer audio books for travel, impromptu book talk, ask for their recommendations, discuss what you are reading at PLC meetings #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:19 PM EST

Can I ask a question? You can answer later after the chat. How do we get TEACHERS to read? #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

Oh my! One of my favorites! We read it every December when I taught 4th grade! #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

A4 The Stupidest Angel by Christoper Moore #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

OMG Yes!! Such a great reminder about why we got into this profession! #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14, @_MichelleCooper, @EdcampKatyTX, @TechNinjaTodd

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:22 PM EST

Got to run - want to mention what gr8t amazing lists SLJ has this month in best of 2016 #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

I loved What Child Is This by Carolyn Cooney. I read this many years ago. #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

A4: Favorite Christmas Book Harriet and George's Christmas Treat by Nancy Carlson #awesome #txlchat

childbkauthor Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

LV Patchett but was a bit disappointd in Commonwealth. Maybe Bel Canto spoild me 4ever! I'll be intrsted in yr opinio. #txlchat

In reply to @ShawnaFord1

EduGladiators Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

⚾️@PaulONeill1972 leads #EduGladiators chat Sat -Shattering the Status Quo! #spedchat #TeachWriting #TMchat #TXLchat #worldgeochat #ECEchat

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

keep hearing GREAT things about it. I need to add to my TBR pile for real!! #txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:23 PM EST

I have fun reading aloud Jan Brett's The Gingerbread Baby and Gingerbread Friends and Karma Wilson's Bear Stays Up for Christmas #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5 I LOVE Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore! #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST

Also new list for #txlchat https://t.co/CIYXWmPDMd. Pinterest page. #CSMCLBestBks16

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST

Hi, #txlchat friends!

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST

Tried a reading bingo along with my S version. Going to remind them all before break! #txlchat

In reply to @sandracarswell

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Q5 Do you have a special holiday-related activity for your students? #txlchat

EdneyLib - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Lantinx. #txlchat https://t.co/DP3sWtLviZ

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

I haven't read Bel Canto, but will add it! Have you read either of the others? Maybe I should start with1 of them. #txlchat

In reply to @childbkauthor

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Polar Express is my favorite! And I have become fond of Yes Virginia to tie in the @Macys Believe campaign! #txlchat

In reply to @Macys

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:20 PM EST

Q4. What is your favorite holiday book to read? #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

I also love the adaptions by I think Rice, an author from Hico, TX. Hillbilly Night...Cajun Night.... #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST

LOVE! #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

I also love the adaptions by I think Rice, an author from Hico, TX. Hillbilly Night...Cajun Night.... #txlchat
In reply to @_MichelleCooper

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:26 PM EST

A1: #mustread Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall & Denver Moore Will be a movie soon #txlchat

childbkauthor Dec 13 @ 9:27 PM EST

#txlchat Def start with Bel Canto! One of the best bks I've ever read! Also really enjoyed her essays, This is the Story.

In reply to @ShawnaFord1

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:27 PM EST

Adding lots of books to my Goodread account! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

I absolutely loved this book!!! Changed the way I saw the world!!! @janhodgelibrary #txlchat

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ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

I have my Ss write "wish" letters for Macy's Believe campaign every year. For every letter/email they donate $1 to Make-a-Wish! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:25 PM EST

Q5 Do you have a special holiday-related activity for your students? #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:28 PM EST

A5: Love to have students make easy Christmas ornament on the Jan Brett website while listening to Holiday music #txlchat

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST

Thank you, @ShawnaFord1! #txlchat

In reply to @ShawnaFord1

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2: @utalaniz is a great one to follow if you are looking for new titles to read! #txlchat
In reply to @utalaniz

JuleeMurphy Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5: Gingerbread house and Gingerbread baby color/cut outs, story tie in word searches, Get yourself off the naughty list letters #txlchat

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:29 PM EST

We are doing a Read It Forward with our staff. Hoping it sinks in! #txlchat

In reply to @laffinglibrary

Perednia Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

Reading Bear Stays Up for Christmas this week; kinders love to explore problem & predict solution. #txlchat

In reply to @JuleeMurphy

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

Thank you for joining us tonight! #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

A5: No time during finals week! I'm posting in LMS digital breakouts for kids to complete on their own for fun. #txlchat

laffinglibrary Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

I read it this summer and tweeted about it and then a T asked if she could borrow it. Then another and another! #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

A5: Asked my junior high Ss to make an ornament of a favorite book. ❤️️🌲📚 #txlchat

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

Join @becalzada @LuPodmore @txlibraryguy for #txlchat Slow Chat.

In reply to @becalzada, @LuPodmore, @txlibraryguy

sue_fitz - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

Great job everyone. Thanks. #txlchat @ShawnaFord1

In reply to @ShawnaFord1

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

Thank you for joining us tonight! #txlchat

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

I recommend the picture book version that is illustrated by Roger Duvoisin! #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5 I LOVE Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore! #txlchat

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

What a great chat with many new books to add to my list! Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday break with lots of reading & rest! #txlchat

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

Please elaborate on Read It Forward with staff. #txlchat

In reply to @ktlewis14, @laffinglibrary

CassieJanda Dec 13 @ 9:31 PM EST

A5 "Santa's workshop" w Ss-supplies to make cards/decorations, origami boxes to create gifts, also Holiday-themed STEM stations #txlchat

janhodgelibrary - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST

A1: Don't miss this awesome childrens picture book by Loren Long A Little Tree #greatmessage #txlchat

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST

I also recommend WHEN GREEN BECOMES TOMATOES #txlchat https://t.co/HTAPOt1ViQ

ShawnaFord1 - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST

Great chat @_MichelleCooper! Thanks for leading the conversation! #txlchat

In reply to @_MichelleCooper

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:30 PM EST

Thank you for joining us tonight! #txlchat

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:32 PM EST

Thanks for chatting 2nite. Archives in the am. Something special planned for next 2wks. Post ur photos, personal & school. #txlchat

_MichelleCooper - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:33 PM EST

A big thanks to @ShawnaFord1 for moderating tonight!! #txlchat

In reply to @ShawnaFord1

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST

#txlchat friends, I highly recommend SOME WRITER! by Melissa Sweet @HMHKids

In reply to @HMHKids

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST

A huge shoutout to @shawnaFord1 and @_MichelleCooper for an outstanding chat 2nite. Thanks 4 motivating us 2 read during the break. #txlchat

In reply to @ShawnaFord1, @_MichelleCooper

sandracarswell Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST

Great topic tonight. Thank you moderators! #txlchat

CassieJanda Dec 13 @ 9:35 PM EST

I also recommend Everything, Everything by @NicolaYoon #txlchat

In reply to @CassieJanda, @NicolaYoon

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST

#txlchat friends, I also recommend A HAT FOR MRS. GOLDMAN by @Knitsweet - #picturebook

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CassieJanda Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST

Thanks ladies! Enjoyed #txlchat, as always!

sharongullett - Moderator Dec 13 @ 9:34 PM EST

A huge shoutout to @shawnaFord1 and @_MichelleCooper for an outstanding chat 2nite. Thanks 4 motivating us 2 read during the break. #txlchat
In reply to @ShawnaFord1, @_MichelleCooper

ktlewis14 Dec 13 @ 9:36 PM EST

Someone who has a book reads it, marks a quote, signs it, and gives it to another to read. #txlchat

In reply to @kellylibrarian1, @laffinglibrary

utalaniz Dec 13 @ 9:39 PM EST

#txlchat For some haikus written by Santa, read SANTA CLAUSES: SHORT POEMS FROM THE NORTH POLE by BobRaczka @LernerBooks

In reply to @LernerBooks

LibtardsHateUSA Dec 13 @ 9:55 PM EST

#HowToOwnTheSeason Alan Thicke #GrowingPains #maddow #hcldr #txlchat John Kasich #whenigetputonhold