#Read4Fun Archive
Upbeat, ignited chat designed to inspire educators to #Read4Fun! 1st & 3rd Sundays at 7:00-7:30 pm EST moderated by @Dr_LMR
Sunday January 15, 2017
7:00 PM EST
read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
Hi
#Read4Fun
friends! We're talking books to movies tonight!
participatechat
Jan 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
The questions will coming from
@read4funchat
account.
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In reply to @read4funchat
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hi everyone! Lena Marie, moderator of
#Read4Fun
chat here.
MsVenturino
Jan 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hey everyone! I’m Mari in San Diego. Excited for
#Read4Fun
:)
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hi Mari! Nice to see you in
#Read4Fun
chat tonight!
PeytonWydickRU
Jan 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
Hey everyone! I'm Peyton from KC,MO. Preservice elementary teacher. Excited for my first
#Read4Fun
chat!
JSchell10924
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi! I am a third grade teacher. My name is Jes
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GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi, readers! Jennifer from VA, currently reading The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and ADORING it! ❤❤❤
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
Hi
#Read4Fun
friends! We're talking books to movies tonight!
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi Peyton! Hope you are safe in the crazy weather I saw on the news! Welcome to
#Read4Fun
chat!
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi Jes! Welcome to
#Read4Fun
chat!
SarahScoville
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi I'm Sarah from Orange County and I teach third grade
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jk_bergstrom
Jan 15 @ 7:03 PM EST
Julie from Nebraska! Eager to talk books with you!
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Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
Greetings! Lynne, WA state teacher-librarian, reading The Hate U Give & Idaho.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
Nice to see you here tonight!
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GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
Hi, readers! Jennifer from VA, currently reading The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and ADORING it! ❤❤❤
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
Hi
#Read4Fun
friends! We're talking books to movies tonight!
kirsten61
Jan 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
Hi everyone 👋🏻 Kirsten here. I'm a HS English & Social Studies teacher
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
Here is
#Read4Fun
Q1
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
Glad you could make it to
#Read4Fun
tonight!
In reply to @jk_bergstrom
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
Hi there and welcome to
#Read4Fun
In reply to @kirsten61
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
I was surprised to see the many books to movies titles coming out this year. You could spend a day watching the trailers!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
Hi Lynne! Nice to see you here tonight!
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In reply to @Perednia
MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
Hi, I am Dan. I teach eighth grade ELA in snowy Minnesota. I am currently reading Flying Lessons and Other Stories
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kirsten61
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
I am currently reading The Greatest Miracle in the World By Og Mandino. It's book 2 my
#50bookpledge
this year!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
Welcome!
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In reply to @kirsten61
Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
Always great to see you!
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In reply to @Dr_LMR
MsVenturino
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
A1: Not a huge movie person, and really have no idea what’s coming out this year…I’d rather read the book
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
Some places looked treacherous!
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In reply to @PeytonWydickRU
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
I am looking forward to The Shack - the trailer looks amazing!
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JSchell10924
Jan 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
Game of Thrones
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
Looking forward to some book to movie convo tonight.
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In reply to @Perednia
GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
A1: These are three that I'm excited about!!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
Also Everything Everything - I am allergic to almost everything!! Staff gave me this book when I was recovering from surgery.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
Welcome! I am looking forward to reading that book!
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In reply to @MisterDReads
Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1 I am looking forward to seeing Hidden Figures (and reading the book!)
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SarahScoville
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
Harry Potter
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MsVenturino
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
I have this on hold from the library. Excited to read it
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MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
A1 I have had lots of students read A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness this year, & I am looking forward to seeing the film
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
Of course I think many of us are looking forward to the movie version of Wonder!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
Same here until I saw the list! Lots of my fav stories coming and the trailers look amazing!
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In reply to @MsVenturino
MsVenturino
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
There’s a movie version?! Not sure I can move away from my mental movie on this one
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In reply to @Dr_LMR
JSchell10924
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
Room was an excellent book and the movie wasn't bad either
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kirsten61
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
A1: I haven't read A Dog's Purpose, but the preview looks like the movie version is going to be a tearjerker.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
I have had the Dog book on my pile for the longest time! Now moved up!
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In reply to @GreenReads4Fun
MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
It is fantastic!
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In reply to @Dr_LMR
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
I just learned there is a YA version.
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In reply to @Perednia
GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
I saw it yesterday! It was SOOO good!
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In reply to @MisterDReads
jk_bergstrom
Jan 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
I'm eager to see Wonder on the big-screen!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
It is great! I think you will like it!
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In reply to @MsVenturino
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
I know what you mean!
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In reply to @MsVenturino
Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
Excellent! But I have thumbed through the original and rec it to high schools.
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In reply to @Dr_LMR
MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
I can't wait.
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In reply to @GreenReads4Fun
Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
I'm nervous about it; Wonder is such a special book.
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In reply to @jk_bergstrom
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
I met
@kwamealexander
this past July! Such enthusiasm and excitement that comes out in his writing!
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In reply to @MisterDReads, @kwamealexander
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
Such a great story!
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In reply to @Perednia
JSchell10924
Jan 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
Can anyone recommend a good book to movie for third graders?
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SarahScoville
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
I heard Wonder is an excellent book! I definitely want to read it.
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JamieArmin
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
Not sure about 2017. Read Wild & still haven't watched the movie with Reese W. Books are always better! Movies are fun though 😀
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PeytonWydickRU
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
I've had Wonder on my reading list forever! I'll have to go out and get it before the movie
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JoanneDuford
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
#Read4Fun
looking forward to Wonder and The Zookeeper's Wife. Watched Hidden Figures today.
read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
Here is
#Read4Fun
Q2
massignmenthelp
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
#nhed
#TOKchat
#Read4Fun
10 Ways to read textbooks effectively
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
I need to read it first because if I see movie first then I never read the book!
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In reply to @kirsten61, @read4funchat
shighley
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
I think Because of Winn Dixie would work for 3rd.
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In reply to @JSchell10924
PeytonWydickRU
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
A2 I'll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson! I fell in love with the book a yr ago. SO beautifully written & amazing story line
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Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
Charlotte's Web, How to Eat Fried Worms
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In reply to @JSchell10924
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
I would love to see Defending Jacob adapted to film!
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@williamlanday
In reply to @williamlanday
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
I think so many adults loved the book that it will be true to the original too.
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In reply to @jk_bergstrom
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
The book is amazing! One I wanted to read more than once!
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PeytonWydickRU
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
I've had Wonder on my reading list forever! I'll have to go out and get it before the movie
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
I think End of Your Life Book Club would make a beautiful movie!
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@WillSch
In reply to @WillSch
GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
I usually read the book first, but in this case, the movie inspired me to read the book!
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In reply to @Perednia
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
They say that is a great movie!
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JoanneDuford
Jan 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
#Read4Fun
looking forward to Wonder and The Zookeeper's Wife. Watched Hidden Figures today.
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
I have heard many say the same!
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In reply to @GreenReads4Fun, @Perednia
JamieArmin
Jan 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
Same here! Will never read it if I see movie.
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@kirsten61
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shighley
Jan 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
Never thought I'd say this, but for Hidden Figures, I think Ss would benefit from seeing movie before reading young reader edition
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GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
I tell people that Wonder should be required reading for every human being! ❤❤❤
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In reply to @PeytonWydickRU
Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
Takes the fun away from your imagination!
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In reply to @JamieArmin, @kirsten61, @read4funchat
MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
.
@Dr_LMR
@kwamealexander
Yes, I agree! Kwame's books have changed the way many students view themselves as a readers & writers!
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In reply to @Dr_LMR, @kwamealexander
AssignmentHelpN
Jan 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
#nhed
#TOKchat
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17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017
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Perednia
Jan 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
A2. Red Queen could make a good movie.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
So many adults were moved by the story! Definitely for everyone!
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GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
I tell people that Wonder should be required reading for every human being! ❤❤❤
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In reply to @PeytonWydickRU
casehighprinc
Jan 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
Finished WATERSHIP DOWN. Affirmed how leaders truly emerge in transitions, that communities are varied, & together we persevere.
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jk_bergstrom
Jan 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
I would love to see someone carefully create a film that brings 'Out of My Mind' to life.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
Watching the impact on Ss at my school is amazing! Many reluctant readers eagerly read his work.
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MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
.
@Dr_LMR
@kwamealexander
Yes, I agree! Kwame's books have changed the way many students view themselves as a readers & writers!
#read4fun
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @kwamealexander
casehighprinc
Jan 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
Finished WATERSHIP DOWN. Affirmed how leaders truly emerge in transitions, that communities are varied, & together we persevere.
#read4fun
JoanneDuford
Jan 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
A2: The only book that I think will translate well to film is Wonder and that's coming out in April. Maybe I read the wrong books
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MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
A2 The Sun is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon
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GreenReads4Fun
Jan 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
Great idea! I've had several students finish it this year!
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jk_bergstrom
Jan 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
I would love to see someone carefully create a film that brings 'Out of My Mind' to life.
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:24 PM EST
No such thing as the wrong books if that's what you enjoy!
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JoanneDuford
Jan 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
A2: The only book that I think will translate well to film is Wonder and that's coming out in April. Maybe I read the wrong books
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:25 PM EST
Hope you are up for a challenge! We return on February 5th so time to get this done!
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giveawaydoze
Jan 15 @ 7:25 PM EST
A2: The only book that I think will translate well to film is Wonder and that's coming out in April. Maybe I read the wrong books
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
And here is your
#Read4Fun
challenge!
MisterDReads
Jan 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
.
@Dr_LMR
It's amazing how poetry can change everything. His story in Flying Lessons & Other Stories was a hit as a read aloud.
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read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:28 PM EST
Thank you for joining the
#Read4Fun
Chat tonight! Have a great week!
read4funchat
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
See you in a few weeks!
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Dr_LMR
- Moderator
Jan 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
Hope you all enjoyed the chat! A little difficulty with
@participate
tonight!
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