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ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome! This #ILAchat will focus on key techniques for rigorous literacy instruction.

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

#ILAchat plan: We’ll prompt you with questions (Q1, Q2, etc.). Remember to include the answer number in your response (A1, A2, and so on).

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

I'm so happy to be chatting on twitter about something other than politics. Thanks for having us! #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:03 PM EST

Everyone, please introduce yourself. Remember to use #ILAchat, and tell us who you are, your location, and your role as an educator.

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello fellow literacy teachers! Very excited for this #ILAchat on my favorite topic.

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello fellow reading teachers! Very excited for this #ILAchat on my favorite topic.

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi, everyone. I'm Doug. Co-author of Reading Reconsidered. #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

I'm excited to chat with you all and learn about your teaching. #ILAChat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

I’m the CAO of @TeachLikeAChamp @UncommonSchools and am co-author of Reading Reconsidered and Practice Perfect #ILAchat

In reply to @TeachLikeAChamp, @UncommonSchools

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi! I'm Joy - a reading coach from Hillsborough County, Florida. #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

By the way i am sitting at my kitchen table in Albany, NY next to my littlest, who is writing a story as i tweet. #ILAChat

DrLMaucione Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi! Lisa, a literacy specialist, from Massachusetts. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

Welcome, Joy! Thanks for joining the #ILAchat!

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi! I'm Joy - a reading coach from Hillsborough County, Florida. #ILAchat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey there! I'm here! Evin from Seattle - still struggling with this time, but glad to join in! 9th & 10th Grade LA/SS. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

Don’t forget to include #ILAchat in all your tweets to stay in the conversation.

activelylearn Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

We're Actively Learn, a digital reading platform inspired by best practices around literacy. #ilachat

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hello from Kim and Jill. We're K-12 literacy educators, joining #ilachat from Fredericton NB.

BufaliniS Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

#ILAchat Hi everyone - Excited to talk about literacy tonight. I'm Suzanne - Literacy teacher 6-8

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

Let’s get this #ILAchat started!

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

I'm also a co-author of Reading Reconsidered, former middle school reading teacher, and lover of books #ILAchat

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

#ilachat https://t.co/7B85NKbBmR

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

Denise from WV Assistant Principal elementary school in WV https://t.co/8K0HKWqx3U

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1: Do your students like to read challenging texts? Why or why not? #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY. Stopping in for a little bit. #ilachat

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

I'm a reading specialist for K-5 in York, PA #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: it depends on their interest level and the text, sometimes yes, sometimes no #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

If you’re just joining #ILAchat, we’re talking with coauthors @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, and @EricaWoolway. https://t.co/VdJczQhcMJ

In reply to @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, @EricaWoolway

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: I think it depends...their choice, yes...teacher choice, not always... #ILAchat

TeachLikeAChamp Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

Hi All! I'm Kate, Doug/Colleen/Erica's editor at Jossey-Bass, tweeting from the TLAC handle...happy to be here. #ilachat

FerraroOnAir Nov 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 @ILAToday #ILAChat No. I'm trying to instill the idea that the classroom is practice. The game is out there➡️. They are still adjusting.

In reply to @ILAToday

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Typically no. It depends on defining 'challenging.' If it's long, no. If it has big words, no. If it's window literature, no. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1: Do your students like to read challenging texts? Why or why not? #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Hearing comments from Joy & Teresea about choice & interest. I agree tho as a parent i try to build interest by reading aloud #ILAChat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

How often do you find your students will select challenging text for themselves? #ILAchat

In reply to @insearchofbees

BufaliniS Nov 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

#ILAchat A1 - Yes, my Ss like to read challenging text, as long as the text is something they can relate to and connect with.

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Choice and interest are big factors in their motivation. #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

What's 'window literature'? #ilachat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

masondmom Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

Nicole Drobish, Weirton,WV 6th grade #ILAchat

loripdot Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi! Lori Rogers here. I'm a Reading Recovery specialist from Springfield, MO. Looking forward to chatting tonight! #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

LOVE reading aloud! Sometimes I get them started that way and hook them, then they are engaged and want to continue. #ilachat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

FerraroOnAir Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

Joe Ferraro, HS Eng, writer, podcast host. Thanks for all you do. #ILAChat

In reply to @ILAToday

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Readers are motivated to tackle challenging texts when they have had choice, topics are meaningful, reading is for a purpose. #ilachat

FoleyKev Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

#ilachat Kevin here a Teaching Principal in Ireland

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

Agree. #ilachat

In reply to @BufaliniS

underwood89 Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hi, everyone! I am a high school campus instructional coach in Texas - can't wait to talk literacy! #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Important to consider exposing our kids to a variety of challenging texts, but how do you know which ones? https://t.co/vwKSSZvD9i #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Exactly. #ilachat

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Love the optimism in your response. Not easy at first but w time i think kids really do come to love it #ilachat

In reply to @FerraroOnAir, @ILAToday

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Literature about people significantly different than them -- giving them a 'window' into someone else's life. #ilachat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: the more texts I set out and "talk up" the more likely they are to choose a variety of texts #ilachat

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

#ilachat hello Mrs Drobish https://t.co/0jksdlj0J8

masondmom Nov 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

Nicole Drobish, Weirton,WV 6th grade #ILAchat

loripdot Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: No, I think many of my students have a fixed mindset and I need to do more to help them develop a growth mindset. #ILAchat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

This is as opposed to mirror literature that kids love about characters that look like them or think like them. #ilachat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

ChrisQuinn64 Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: In grade 1, my students like to read 'just right' texts that are of interest to them. #ilachat

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

Totally agree! One of the key ways to make topics feel meaningful and reading purposeful is to embed NF #ILAchat

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: i agree about choice. often. but It's also a gift for an adult to unlock a book kids didn't at first know they'd love. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2: What tools do you use to help students succeed with challenging texts? #ILAchat

shelbygianni Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

Shelby Gianni, Weirton, WV 3rd grade #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: model strategies, then guided practice, then lead them to independent practice #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

Love that your kids opt in to difficult texts @insearchofbees How do you support them in the texts that you choose for them? #ILAchat

In reply to @insearchofbees

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: share strategies that I personally use as a reader #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

what a fascinating term. i love that. the term and the idea. #ilachat got a favorite or two?

In reply to @baritoneblogger

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

Love that you're exposing students to a variety of texts and encouraging them to read them #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625

FoleyKev Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

Teresa can I recommend a Book Window by Jennie Baker .Its a must for all ages #ilachat

In reply to @teresagross625

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

Thank you! :) #ilachat

In reply to @ColleenDriggs

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1 this is a great point. We have to have them experience success w challenge. and then help them love challenge. #ilachat

In reply to @loripdot

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

I love it too - wish they did it more often. I use sketchnoting to break down complex texts with them. #ILAchat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: offer supplemental texts/articles to build background knowledge #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

AI: You can also build interest by embedding other texts (&media) that help them increase their interest and background knowledge. #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

Feel free to chime in with questions for @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, @EricaWoolway, and your colleagues. #ILAchat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, @EricaWoolway

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

if it were me i'd start w a very short text. have them succeed in unlocking something powerful. go from there. #ilachat

In reply to @loripdot

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

Frame reading by posing relevant, essential questions to help students succeed at reading challenging texts. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

LOVE using video clips (Literacy Shed), music lyrics, etc. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

A1 but i suspect you already do that. :) #ilachat

In reply to @loripdot

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

Def didn't come up with idea. Credit to someone else. ;) I always am asking how can I move them to 'windows.' #ilachat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

AI: How do you provide choice while at the same time have the whole class read the same book? @ShelfieTalk #ILAchat

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

Sounds like you are able to convince your students to challenge themselves. Well done! #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: i have had great luck with chunking texts and using. Sketchnotes. #ILAchat

ChrisQuinn64 Nov 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Challenging texts require Ss to be able to access a variety of decoding and comprehension strategies. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

Yes, I love that you model and think aloud for your kids to build interest and engagement @teresagross625 #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2 Offering a variety of texts in addition to traditional print- audiobooks, podcasts, video, photographs, etc. #ilachat

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

You are absolutely right. It's a balancing act! #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: i agree about choice. often. but It's also a gift for an adult to unlock a book kids didn't at first know they'd love. #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

Their independent books. I never choose those for them. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

BufaliniS Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

I agree. Ss become more engaged with texts that we are enthusiastic about. #ilachat

In reply to @teresagross625

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

Thank you! #ilachat

In reply to @ILAToday

ChrisQuinn64 Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Modelling of those strategies is key. #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

A1: just thinking given the here & now how important 'window texts' that help kids see the world beyond are #ilachat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

democracy requires it. #ilachat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

DrLMaucione Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Using a Mindset for Learning by @MrazKristine and @christine_hertz to help my Ss build growth mindset/persist with difficult bks. #ILAchat

In reply to @MrazKristine, @christine_hertz

JenniferFox13 Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

This story is so touching! Pulled on my heart-strings! Another great one! #titletalk #2ndaryELA #ilachat

Mfreshh2o Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Melissa Freshwater 1st Grade Weirton WV #ilachat

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: I find students also enjoy talking about issues that can be raised in complex text. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

When we build those relationships, they trust our recommendations. I love giving a stack of 4-5 for them to consider. #ilachat

In reply to @BufaliniS

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes expanding the definition of text! #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @EricaWoolway

masondmom Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Joy Vega....can you be more specific on Sketchnotes? Details on it. #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: love this point. such tie-ins btwn growth mindset & comfort w challenging reading! #ilachat

In reply to @DrLMaucione, @MrazKristine, @christine_hertz

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: When do you and your students read aloud? What does a read-aloud look like in your classroom? #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Welcome to the #ILAchat!

In reply to @Mfreshh2o

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Here is a sketchnote on building reading lives. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

And when you embed media to build interest, you have to treat the media like text. Not like when we were kids & watched edu. videos #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2: agree here too. rich text=rich discussion #ilachat

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Using sketches and words to catch the important ideas, vocabulary, themes, or ideas in a text. #ILAchat

masondmom Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Joy Vega....can you be more specific on Sketchnotes? Details on it. #ILAchat

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

So important to help students acknowledge and celebrate that some books are harder than others #ILAchat

In reply to @DrLMaucione

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2: It starts w/ the relationship w/ the S via conferring. What do you like? Why? Then, I slip more difficult bk into their hands. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2: What tools do you use to help students succeed with challenging texts? #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

One of the most challenging things for students is identifying theme of a text. Read more on our blog post https://t.co/tiZtR23wsd #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: get creative in middle school, 40 min periods daily, articles/excerpts/etc. #ilachat

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

Yes! This is it. #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Here is a sketchnote on building reading lives. #ilachat

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

Thanks for sharing! I've not read this book but she is one of my favorite YA authors. #ILAchat

In reply to @JenniferFox13

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

I love having those discussions with kids and that is motivating for both them and me! #ILAchat

In reply to @insearchofbees

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2: Close Reading is the best way to support kids in tackling a challenging text. https://t.co/qa37UgduWc #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: whole class novel, some read aloud, some independent, some in class, some outside class #ilachat

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

@hancock_schools #ilachat https://t.co/pfZNeJdd6y

In reply to @hancock_schools

Mfreshh2o Nov 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Melissa Freshwater 1st Grade Weirton WV #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

Just used a music video to dicuss reader's mood today. A short film as well. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

Knowledge Building is vital tool in helping kids with challenging text. Aligning texts schematically & embedding non-fiction helps #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: again, @baritoneblogger, i like the way you think. we can use the relationship to push our scholars. book whsiperers etc. #ilachat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

These are some Sketchnotes from KG and 4th grade. #ILAchat

In reply to @masondmom

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

Choice is a key motivation #ilachat https://t.co/vajvIQChXG

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
You are absolutely right. It's a balancing act! #ILAchat
- Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
  
  A1: i agree about choice. often. but It's also a gift for an adult to unlock a book kids didn't at first know they'd love. #ilachat

ChrisQuinn64 Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Read alouds happen at different times of the day...it's about inspiring a love of reading and modelling reading strategies. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

The power of that relationship with students cannot be overstated. #ILAchat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: Read Alouds are perfect for teachers to model fluency. Can also be used in shared reading and guided reading. #ILAchat

2ndGradeMama Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

@ILAToday A2: Think Aloud to model, anchor charts, graphic organizers, STICKY NOTES! #ilachat

In reply to @ILAToday

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2: What tools do you use to help students succeed with challenging texts? #ILAchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA checking in late. #ilachat

insearchofbees Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Those are some of my best days! Little kids can really dig into big ideas and topics! #ILAchat

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

I love having those discussions with kids and that is motivating for both them and me! #ILAchat
In reply to @insearchofbees

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Close Reading is no easy feat either! Just defining Close Reading is a challenge. Our definition here https://t.co/VvbZxtptAJ #ILAChat

FerraroOnAir Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3 #ILAchat Ss read aloud and 1 student has old school bell. Any S can point to bell ringer when they want to stop & discuss.Pause& talk.

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: When do you and your students read aloud? What does a read-aloud look like in your classroom? #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: agree w @ChrisQuinn64 here. not only the teacher modeling tho. kids seeing other kids read w passion & expression is powerful! #ilachat

In reply to @ChrisQuinn64

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Most days! (12th grade English). Usually a re-read of a short key passage that invites rich discussion. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

Post-It notes are our best friends, esp when they can't annotate in the margins. #ilachat

In reply to @2ndGradeMama, @ILAToday

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: I try to rd aloud when I'm teaching for skill & not for rdng ability. If I'm focusing on main idea, decoding shouldn't matter. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: When do you and your students read aloud? What does a read-aloud look like in your classroom? #ILAchat

DrLMaucione Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

It's wonderful! #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway, @ILAToday, @MrazKristine, @christine_hertz

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

Sounds like you're reading aloud nonfiction! Developing an "ear for NF" crucial for their success with it. #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625

2ndGradeMama Nov 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

@ILAToday #ILAChat A1: Ss ❤️ to challenge themselves and set goals they can reach. Ss are proud of their growth and accomplishment

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

Q1: Do your students like to read challenging texts? Why or why not? #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

Yes! I combine both. #ilachat

In reply to @ColleenDriggs

BufaliniS Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2 #ILAchat Modeling is the one of the best ways to support kids in challenging texts. Tch Ss the purpose of rereading, & how to annotate.

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2: What tools do you use to help students succeed with challenging texts? #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

Watch @ScoutandJem from @TeachLikeAChamp read aloud to and with her 8th graders with To Kill a Mockingbird https://t.co/ysaSovgwTr #ILAchat

In reply to @ScoutandJem, @TeachLikeAChamp

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

Welcome! Glad you could make it. #ILAchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

This is clever. @FerraroOnAir. do kids tend to ring the bell early or want to keep going. Bet some of the latter over time. :) #ilachat

FerraroOnAir Nov 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
A3 #ILAchat Ss read aloud and 1 student has old school bell. Any S can point to bell ringer when they want to stop & discuss.Pause& talk.
- ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
  
  Q3: When do you and your students read aloud? What does a read-aloud look like in your classroom? #ILAchat

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

#ilachat #WGEDD

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: Shakespeare was meant to be read aloud. #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q4: What are some examples of close reading questions you’ve used recently with success? #ILAchat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

Classroom Farm is still best! I give out 2 candy bags. One for leader and one for leader to give to Ss. #ilachat

In reply to @Englishgeek305, @Doug_Lemov

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Read Aloud takes careful planning......not just reading.....have to do something with it to be meaningful #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

Fluency is comprehension made audible - for both the reader and the listener. #ILAchat

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: read alouds are great for writing workshop too. Kids can hear and see how the author uses words to convey meaning, tone, etc #ILAchat

JenniferFox13 Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

it's brand new! Just got it in our considerations for this year's Teachers' Choices Awards. So good! #ILAchat

In reply to @ColleenDriggs

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 Short read alouds as part of book talks create interest and model joyful reading; this helps build reading communities. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

When we read aloud with expression for our students, we breathe meaning into the text. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: we have been talking about perspective, empathy, putting ourselves in characters' shoes (refugees) #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

We need to do read aloud across the grade levels. Not just in early elementary, but with rigorous texts in middle and high school. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

Mentor texts! LOVE! #ilachat

In reply to @shfarnsworth

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

YES! All literature started in oral tradition. Power there still. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: Shakespeare was meant to be read aloud. #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

great point. #ilachat

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

Absolutely. They love it! #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

My 2 year old corrected my reading of The Rainbow Fish because I didn’t read the octopus part with a deep voice. Love his teachers #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

That's awesome. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

That is such an important message in our diverse culture. #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: we have been talking about perspective, empathy, putting ourselves in characters' shoes (refugees) #ilachat

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

Agree that this is clever. Good system for Intellectual Autonomy-Ss decide discussion points #ILAchat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov, @FerraroOnAir

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3: @shfarnsworth I totally agree. you learn to write by 'hearing' text. that often starts from literally hearing it. #ilachat

In reply to @shfarnsworth

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

I love to "scare" the Ss when I have a good text to really get into. Be loud! LOL #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

Remember to use #ILAchat to stay in the conversation!

denisemiller___ Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

#ILAchat A3 small groups/ partner to grow confidence at first https://t.co/Z2olcwfBjU

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: When do you and your students read aloud? What does a read-aloud look like in your classroom? #ILAchat

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: Q for ch 15 of Dracula - "How does Stoker describe Lucy in this passage, and what is interesting about it?" #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

Q4: Can’t wait to see examples of great Close Reading questions! Best thing about teaching is stealing great ideas! #ILAChat

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

A5: close reading questions are key when moving from explicit to implicit. Any of the standards 4-9 are perfect to anchor ? in. #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

Some of our favorites are Sensitivity Analysis questions. Video here! https://t.co/fmGElTl92P #ILAchat

shelbygianni Nov 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

During read aloud, we discuss the author's choice of words #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

Important teaching statistic...your ability to lead the league in steals. #ILAchat

giveawayglowy Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

A5: close reading questions are key when moving from explicit to implicit. Any of the standards 4-9 are perfect to anchor ? in. #ILAchat

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

Amen! #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

We need to do read aloud across the grade levels. Not just in early elementary, but with rigorous texts in middle and high school. #ILAchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

A2. @OneNoteC Learning Tool from OneNote and Immersive Reader. Powerful #ilachat

In reply to @OneNoteC

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

#ilachat completely agree. Hearing great texts provides a landscape of what's possible for our young writers.

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: How do different characters react to the same setting? Event? Etc? How does setting influence character's actions? Thoughts? #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3: Close Reading questions are hard! FWIW for me it was the hardest part of the book to write. #ilachat

bflotts Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

Beth here for a bit - media director/reading specialist in Bloomington MN #ILAchat

FerraroOnAir Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4 This might actually be @Doug_Lemov 's but "What is worth talking about from this reading?" Is tough to fail. #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q4: What are some examples of close reading questions you’ve used recently with success? #ILAchat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A3. Information Text: identify Text structure & feature. Narrative: Character & setting #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4: If not examples of questions, what are your favorite texts for close reading? #ILAchat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4: I love @hpsacredtext's questions -- best close reading out there. 1) What's happening in this line? #ilachat (1/?)

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q4: What are some examples of close reading questions you’ve used recently with success? #ILAchat

DrLMaucione Nov 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

? that get Ss to do the thinking - What are you thinking? What are you noticing? and follow-up ? - What makes you think that? #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q5: What vocabulary tools do you use to build deep word knowledge? #ILAchat

bflotts Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1 It depends on choice. But most of the time they look for easier books #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A4: Author's purpose: Why did the author choose those two perspectives? #ilachat

shelbygianni Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q3: Small group read aloud of challenging nonfiction, repeated readings, followed by indepedent reading #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3: if i could do one thing to improve close reading it would be to encourage more sensitivity analysis. https://t.co/OqofB4akkH #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

I like this when grounded in the text @teresagross625 With questions like What's your evidence? How do you know? #ILAchat

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teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5: I am a huge fan of sketching, allows students to use tactile and visual learning styles #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

sorry. that's A4 #ILAChat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3: if i could do one thing to improve close reading it would be to encourage more sensitivity analysis. https://t.co/OqofB4akkH #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

YES! Claims and evidence, HUGE! #ilachat Reading across texts and perspectives. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

A4. "What makes you say that?" #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

A5: context clues, giving them strategies to access knowledge when they are alone, independent learners/thinkers #ilachat

AnaMPazos Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q5 teaching morphological structures is so helpful for developing vocabulary #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q5: What vocabulary tools do you use to build deep word knowledge? #ILAchat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

A4: 2) What metaphors/symbols are in this line? 3) What in my life does it remind me? 4) What is this line calling me to do? (2/2) #ilachat

NerdgirlAZ Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

What kind of texts would that be for HS? #ILAchat

In reply to @EricaWoolway, @ILAToday

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

A5: here's a post I wrote on how to Technofy your Vocabulary Instruction #ilachat https://t.co/lNPjfNFecd

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

A5. Don't use vocabulary tools w ha. What's out there, and what does the research show on teaching vocab? #ILAchat

LBoeglin Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

Lisa from Evansville, IN Just leaving school and remembered this chat; trying to catch up #ILAchat

JMaricevic1 Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3: structured #independent reading #ilachat #elachat #2ndaryela #ELAallDAY @TaraXeducates @QuinnEnglish200 #ReadLikeAFirstGrader

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5:Best thing to build deep word knowledge is ask stds to practice w/ words & definitions we give them. https://t.co/3VxmKaqnXm #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: synonyms, antonyms, analogies #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: Don’t spend countless valuable minutes in class asking students to guess at a definition. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: Give students a high quality definition and ask them to engage in rigorous practice with it. https://t.co/3VxmKaqnXm #ilachat

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5. * With high school #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

NO! Oh my gosh.... #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

I'm using more "Thinking Routines" in reading from #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: common language across content areas when possible, academic vocabulary #ilachat

BufaliniS Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

#ILAchat A4- I like to push Ss to compare seemingly different texts - close rd to find common ground: Poetry and nonfiction for example.

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: And the best part of vocab practice is that it's fun. Word play with words you've taught is powerful. #ILAchat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: talking abt vocab makes me want to recommend isabel beck's bringing words to life. Brilliant. esp her critique of context clues #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

Having students physically draw the meaning of the word? #ILAchat

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EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: It's vital to provide accurate student friendly definitions. We often give faulty definitions, w/ the best intentions. #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Read more here on how to write a definition: https://t.co/kVNDXepAxr #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

LOVE this book! Like the Chalk Talk strategy. #ilachat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: I do more word study when doing @Flocabulary or vocab list. What are other forms of words? Where in our life might we hear it? #ilachat

In reply to @Flocabulary

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

Welcome! @LBoeglin #ILAchat

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teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

The word, a visual representation makes sense to them, definition. #ilachat Does that make sense?

In reply to @ILAToday

PosieAk Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

.@ILAToday decoding, phonics, orthography, morphology. First teaching, structured and systematic. Then everything frontal lobe. #ILAChat

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Englishgeek305 Nov 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q4; Here is #hyperdoc my Ss worked through today for "All Summer in a Day." #ilachat https://t.co/rjvdgx3Fd8

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Love this resource. Excellent activities for students as well as adult learners. #ilachat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5: Here's a link to Beck's book. https://t.co/jzwV3BfagR highly recommended. #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Sorry sideways, one way we built background knowledge. Sketch during read aloud. #ilachat

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Love this idea of pairing seemingly unlike texts, especially on the same topic. Great way to build background knowledge. #ILAchat

In reply to @BufaliniS

bflotts Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3. We use read aloud to teach whole group essential standards with repeated reading #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

Yes, second @Doug_Lemov recommendation! Isabel Beck’s Bringing Words to Life. https://t.co/kijG9OuSuN #ILAchat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

Former speech therapist & current reading teacher.....love playing with language! #ilachat

In reply to @ColleenDriggs

JMaricevic1 Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4: Ss construct & answer #analytical #synthesis & #evaluation questions @ILAToday #ilachat #blooms @QuinnEnglish200 @TaraXeducates #ELA

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

So it's a personal definition, a sketch that each student uses to define the word to themselves? #ILAchat

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baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5: Lots of word talk. If the word is LITIGATION, I say "Name as many reasons a person might seek LITIGATION against a neighbor." #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

Yes, it needs to make sense to them or why bother? Makes it more confusing! #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q6: What approaches do you use to read nonfiction and informational text successfully with students? #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Yes! We all think differently and make different connections. #ilachat

In reply to @ILAToday

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Being able to flexibly use a word different forms is a crucial part of really mastering the word! #ILAchat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

TannyMcG Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Check out #readsketchthink for more great #sketchnoting ideas! #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Sorry sideways, one way we built background knowledge. Sketch during read aloud. #ilachat

bflotts Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Teaching vocab in context is key #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

LOVE that short story! So much we can use it for! #ilachat

In reply to @Englishgeek305

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5: to me playing w a word like this, applying it in new settings is a form of problem solving. very rigorous. encodes in memory. #ilachat

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5: Lots of word talk. If the word is LITIGATION, I say "Name as many reasons a person might seek LITIGATION against a neighbor." #ilachat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A5. During non-instructional time students study #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

Isn't it awesome????? #ilachat

In reply to @ColleenDriggs

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

Exposing your kids to lots of articles/media/books around the same topic helps increase their absorption rate #ILAchat

LBoeglin Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6 clustering words by topic, function etc Marzanno #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

A6: Four questions to ask when reading Non-Fiction https://t.co/EcNtTt0tFU #ILAchat @TeachLikeAChamp

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ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

There is no substitute for a language rich classroom. #ILAchat

In reply to @baritoneblogger

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

That's excellent! Thanks for clarifying! #ILAchat

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teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

A6: share my personal experience: often read it more slowly, reread, jot down notes, underline/highlight, etc.#ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

Love this use of google classroom. I'm from the horse and buggy era - thanks for making me believe in tech!@JMaricevic1 #ILAChat

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6 Incorporating digital NF texts such as podcasts and TedTalks. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

Glad you could make it to the #ILAchat!

In reply to @kstover24

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

I love doing this! Documentaries on current events, Newsela, SCOPE magazine, awesome resources! #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

A6: high engagement, high relevance. Just taught The Secret Lives of Girls on Instagram by @racheljsimmons #ILAchat

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Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5: Beck makes this point too. Giving kids words they can use together increases use and nuance. #ilachat

LBoeglin Nov 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6 clustering words by topic, function etc Marzanno #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

A Single Story.....one of my favorite TED Talks! #ilachat

In reply to @ShelfieTalk

ColleenDriggs Nov 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5: Also a great way to review multiple words at once. Is litigation always judicious? Why or why not? #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
A5: to me playing w a word like this, applying it in new settings is a form of problem solving. very rigorous. encodes in memory. #ilachat
- baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
  
  A5: Lots of word talk. If the word is LITIGATION, I say "Name as many reasons a person might seek LITIGATION against a neighbor." #ilachat

LemarrTreadwell Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6. For Informational Text "Student Generated Question Cues." #ilachat

holliech92 Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

Joining super late! A6 I have found the Training Wheels series on animals to be accessible and engaging for primary students! #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: break down long articles into "chunks", lss intimidating #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

Q7: What are some particularly strong examples of embedding nonfiction (combining fiction and nonfiction text)? #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

We also have to treat the media like text. Provide focal point, pause points, ask rigorous EBQs @teresagross625 #ILAchat

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teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

Yes, like read aloud, takes careful planning, not just "showing" it to students. #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q7: Embedding ideas for Macbeth here https://t.co/OxtXDa9egx #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: often use this principle w very challenging work. Do a little bit. Stop while you feel successful. A little more next time. #ilachat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: break down long articles into "chunks", lss intimidating #ilachat

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: here's my @Symbaloo of NF resources #ILAchat https://t.co/Kf9f43z0nJ

In reply to @Symbaloo

baritoneblogger Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: As a 1:1 school, so often I am urging students to find current articles. Thereby, at same time, we are talking about sourcing. #ilachat

Englishgeek305 Nov 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: ThingLink is a great way to frontload bkgd. before reading. Used this earlier in wk. #ilachat https://t.co/6zyXiWS218

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

Who publishes that series? #ILAchat

In reply to @holliech92

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

Yes, then increase their stamina as you go, they feel confident. #ilachat

In reply to @Doug_Lemov

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

Glad you could make it! We'll have a Storify archive available after the #ILAchat is over.

In reply to @holliech92

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

A7: a teacher in the UK recently shared these amazing embedded nonfiction ideas for Macbeth. https://t.co/mkhV4EwpD9 #ilachat

arvindthangli Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

My 4 yo has just started reading. I record some of it. He loves the playback. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

YES! So important and so overlooked. Carefully planning your read alouds is critical @teresagross625 #ILAchat

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Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

Great idea! #ilachat (who says i never like technology??)

arvindthangli Nov 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

My 4 yo has just started reading. I record some of it. He loves the playback. #ilachat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

Embedding ideas for The Giver here https://t.co/lGZyiXZLee #ILAchat Thanks @rueratray

In reply to @rueratray

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

Some crowd sourced embedding non-fiction ideas for Single Shard here: https://t.co/Fy6ZxWWzRb #ILAchat

holliech92 Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A6 I also use fiction stories to build background knowledge before diving into the more complex than nonfiction texts #ILAchat

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A7: Teach Emerson's Self-Reliance with Melville's Bartleby the Scrivener #ILAchat

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

We recently brainstormed list of ideas for a seemingly unembeddable book-Because of Winn Dixie. All books are embeddable. Ideas...#ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

I like that! #ilachat

In reply to @EricaWoolway

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6: think this is a really powerful idea. such synergy btwn fiction and nonfiction. #ilachat

holliech92 Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A6 I also use fiction stories to build background knowledge before diving into the more complex than nonfiction texts #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

A7; LOVE the level of challenge in these texts!!! #ilachat

HayleyShap Nov 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A7: Teach Emerson's Self-Reliance with Melville's Bartleby the Scrivener #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Thank you, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, and @EricaWoolway, for joining us and leading the #ILAchat conversation.

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teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Hook students who like BOTH genres. I have some prefer info and others prefer lit. #ilachat

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EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Ideas for Because of Winn Dixie: A science article on the companionship between humans and dogs? #ILAchat https://t.co/dzFpDsvIDa

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

How can it be finished? WOW! That flew by! #ilachat

In reply to @ILAToday, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, @EricaWoolway

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

A7: Ideas for Because of Winn Dixie Child/animal relationships in children’s literature #ILAchat

teresagross625 Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

Thanks for the wonderful chat everyone! Have a great evening! #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

And thank you to everyone who attended the #ILAchat this evening!

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

Such a pleasure. Where we love ot be is w teachers talking about teaching. Especially literacy! #ilachat now...

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Thank you, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, and @EricaWoolway, for joining us and leading the #ILAchat conversation.
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kstover24 Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

Personal vocabulary journals w/ @poppletny can be engaging way to examine words through multiple encounters #ILAchat https://t.co/IWJpdZoH1a

AnaMPazos Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
Q5 teaching morphological structures is so helpful for developing vocabulary #ILAchat
- ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
  
  Q5: What vocabulary tools do you use to build deep word knowledge? #ILAchat

shfarnsworth Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

Thanks for a great chat. Tons of great ideas. #ILAchat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Check out our guest hosts’ book Reading Reconsidered: https://t.co/VdJczQhcMJ #ILAchat

LBoeglin Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Thank you! #ILAchat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

....i am off to read my little one a bedtime story. Goodnight, you teaching heroes! #ilachat

Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST
Such a pleasure. Where we love ot be is w teachers talking about teaching. Especially literacy! #ilachat now...
- ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
  
  Thank you, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, and @EricaWoolway, for joining us and leading the #ILAchat conversation.
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ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

It does go by so fast! #ILAchat

In reply to @teresagross625, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, @EricaWoolway

EricaWoolway Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Thanks for a great chat all! #ILAChat

ShelfieTalk Nov 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Thanks to everyone who shared ideas tonight. It was a great hour of learning. #ilachat

ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Thank you, @Doug_Lemov, @ColleenDriggs, and @EricaWoolway, for joining us and leading the #ILAchat conversation.
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ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

Join us Dec. 8 for our next #ILAchat with Nathan Lang @nalang1. We’ll be chatting about teacher motivation.

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Doug_Lemov Nov 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

re-sharing one last great idea: vocab journals. #ilachat. thanks again, everybody!

kstover24 Nov 10 @ 8:56 PM EST
Personal vocabulary journals w/ @poppletny can be engaging way to examine words through multiple encounters #ILAchat https://t.co/IWJpdZoH1a
- AnaMPazos Nov 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
  
  Q5 teaching morphological structures is so helpful for developing vocabulary #ILAchat
  
  ILAToday - Moderator Nov 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
  
  Q5: What vocabulary tools do you use to build deep word knowledge? #ILAchat

TeachLikeAChamp Nov 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

And be sure to scroll down for free resources! #ILAchat. Thanks, All, for a rich conversation.

In reply to @ILAToday

JMaricevic1 Nov 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

A6: Ss make meaning from the words & experiences of others @ILAToday #ilachat #nonfiction #fiction #mimeses #socraticseminar

KatKrepps Nov 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

Thanks to everyone for sharing such great ideas and resources ! #ILAchat