#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 21, 2018
7:00 PM EST

  • participatechat Jan 21 @ 7:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #Read4Fun by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/wh4aIx1box
  • read4funchat - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #Read4Fun Chat! Introduce yourself and share your current read.
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #Read4Fun Chat! Introduce yourself and share your current read.
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:01 PM EST
    Hi, Lena Marie, moderator of #Read4Fun Chat. Getting ready to read Eat That Frog - if I can stop procrastinating long enough!
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:03 PM EST
    Hey everyone #Read4Fun checking in from Pittsburgh teach Spanish and STEAM, currently reading #Culturize
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:03 PM EST
    Hi @Dr_LMR & #read4fun! Lisa from Massachusetts. Currently reading Tell Me More and about to start Sing, Unburied, Sing.
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Hi there! Glad you could join #Read4Fun tonight!
    In reply to @Rdene915
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Brie and I'm currently reading Early Intervention for Reading Difficulties (I'm an education student) #read4fun
  • TeachinTexas Jan 21 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Hi #read4fun friends! I’m Kristen Whiddon and I’m currently reading Truly Madly Guilty, by Liane Moriarty.
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:04 PM EST
    That's another one I'm currently reading! I'm in the middle of three books, I think! #read4fun
    In reply to @Rdene915, @Dr_LMR
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Hello #Read4Fun. Stacey from NJ. So happy to be here tonight.
  • read4funchat - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Q1 #Read4Fun Chat
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Those look interesting! How did you like Tell Me More? #Read4Fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione
  • jk_bergstrom Jan 21 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Hello, everyone! I just started spending time with The Red Pencil by @AndreaDavisPink -- it's a good one! #Read4Fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Hi, Welcome to #Read4Fun Chat! Glad you could join us!
    In reply to @BrianneHeslip
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
    A1 I am disappointed when I hear adults are not reading. Usually a convo discovers they do read but just not novels or books. Many are magazine/ blog readers! #Read4Fun
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
    I love Liane Moriarty! #read4fun
    In reply to @TeachinTexas, @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
    Hi there! LOVE her books! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @TeachinTexas
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
    Hi Everyone! Jamie, MS T from MA here. My current #read4fun is Wonder Valley!
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:06 PM EST
    Hi there! Nice to see you here tonight! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:07 PM EST
    I'm just getting into it. I like her sense of humor. #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:07 PM EST
    Hi there! Glad you could make it tonight! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:08 PM EST
    I always cringe when I hear Ts say they don’t read in front of Ss! That sends a message to them! Or you don’t need to read to do math! YIKES! #Read4Fun
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:08 PM EST
    I think it's similar to kids. They haven't found the right book! #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:08 PM EST
    I will have to check it out! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:08 PM EST
    Me too, still reading @ShellTerrell #hacking and also Learning First, Technology second #Read4Fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione, @Dr_LMR, @ShellTerrell
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:08 PM EST
    How do you like it? That's one that's been on my radar. #read4fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:09 PM EST
    A1. I make the time for myself by changing my format. I have found that #audiobooks have saved my reading life. #read4fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:09 PM EST
    Hi! Glad you could join us! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @jk_bergstrom, @AndreaDavisPink
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:09 PM EST
    A1 Suggest setting aside even 10 minutes a day to read, blogs, short articles, anything #Read4Fun
    In reply to @read4funchat
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:10 PM EST
    Hi #read4fun! Sorry I'm late! Jill, Gr 6-12 Literacy Coordinator in Fredericton, NB.
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 21 @ 7:10 PM EST
    7 Effective Habits of Writing the Best College Application Essay https://t.co/EDtWOHuw0P #nhed #TOKchat #Read4Fun
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:10 PM EST
    I love interactions like this to be able to get some good recommendations! #read4fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione, @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:10 PM EST
    I have a few audiobooks on my pile but have not ventured yet! I am such a procrastinator! Got a Kindle for Xmas and still have not used it!! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:11 PM EST
    Starting with 10 minutes can often lead to so much more! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Rdene915, @read4funchat
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:11 PM EST
    I've placed a book in my school bag so that I can take 10 each day! #read4fun
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:11 PM EST
    A1: Suggest a really great book that will keep them turning the pages. Some adults, just like our students, just haven't found the right book to hook them onto reading. #read4fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:11 PM EST
    Hi Jill! Glad you're here! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @ShelfieTalk
  • Perednia Jan 21 @ 7:11 PM EST
    A1. There is always time to read if you make the time. Like any other activity. #read4fun
  • read4funchat - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    Q2 #Read4Fun Chat
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    I have one in the car for the gym, 2 at school and 1 at home, :) #Read4Fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    You have to find the right combo of story and narrator. Jim Dale and #HarryPotter are what led me back to audio! #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • Perednia Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    A few minutes at lunch, reading in line at the store, it's easy to find a few minutes here and there if one wants to! #read4fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    This is so true! I think of the adults I know that began their reading with Harry Potter! Just need the right book! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:12 PM EST
    I so agree. People who say they are too busy to read often have time for other things, such as television. It's all about what you want to be a priority. #read4fun
    In reply to @Perednia
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    A2 The perfect recipe for me is a strong character, language that lets you sense the setting, and a bit of mystery that keeps wanting to read more. #Read4Fun
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    A1 I recommend audiobooks! They are a terrific way to increase reading time, especially for anyone who commutes or walks to work. #read4fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    Yes - need to dedicate time and make it a priority! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Perednia
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    Any thoughts on sharing this one with students? #read4fun
    In reply to @jk_bergstrom, @AndreaDavisPink
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    Nice! I'm always reading something too. Books are a sure way to de-stressing. Great brain break! #read4fun
    In reply to @Rdene915
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:13 PM EST
    A2 Good bok/author, good recomendation, and a good followup conversation once everyone has read it. #read4fun
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:14 PM EST
    A2 enjoy reading when I can connect with the characters or topic, this is why I enjoy reading education books so much #read4fun
    In reply to @read4funchat
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:14 PM EST
    I have the Shack on audio - I loved the book so much when I read it that I worried that the narrator is going to ruin my own interpretation! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:14 PM EST
    That was the reason I wanted a Kindle - to be more portable! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Perednia, @JamieArmin
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    A2 Sometimes the recipe is as simple as an awesome setting with an emotional storyline. #Read4Fun
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    Love it so far! Just started #read4fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione
  • Perednia Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    A2. Characters that make me wonder about them, plausible situations (even if fantasy I want my disbelief to remain suspended; when it does those books are great). #read4fun
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    What’s your favorite? I am always looking for a good audio rec. #read4fun
    In reply to @ShelfieTalk
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    One of my 2018 reading goals! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @ShelfieTalk
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:15 PM EST
    A2 A great book plus a reader friend to talk with about it is my favorite reading combination. #Read4Fun
  • BeckyLeonard0 Jan 21 @ 7:16 PM EST
    Hi Brie. I'm Becky and I spend a lot of time reading education text books too. I'm working on my masters. #Read4fun
    In reply to @BrianneHeslip
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:16 PM EST
    What do you use to download/listen to audio books? Being a student something like audible is a bit pricey for me. #read4fun
    In reply to @iruntech
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:16 PM EST
    Always great to have a conversation about a good book! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech
  • heatherT_hooks Jan 21 @ 7:16 PM EST
    I started The Immortalists today. #read4fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:17 PM EST
    We share lots of education related titles here too! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @BeckyLeonard0, @BrianneHeslip
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:17 PM EST
    My favorite #read4fun books have great characters, are beautifully written, help me learn about a new place, culture, etc, and make me think about an experience or situation in a new way.
  • Perednia Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    True. I'm a sucker for books set in my region that have the ring of authenticity. #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • heatherT_hooks Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    A1: Usually I wonder how much time they have to watch re-runs of shows they’ve already watched. #read4fun
  • BeckyLeonard0 Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Q1: I don't always allow myself time to read for pleasure either but when I do I'm happy and more productive. #Read4fun
    In reply to @read4funchat
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    That was on my list to read when it was published, but then I read a few reviews that weren't so great. What do you think? #read4fun
    In reply to @heatherT_hooks
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    A2 fun setting/lots of imagery & interesting characters, adventure > My #oneword2018 #read4fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Hi Becky! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @BeckyLeonard0
  • read4funchat - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:19 PM EST
    Q3 #Read4Fun Chat
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:19 PM EST
    Good to know! #read4fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:19 PM EST
    I am, could not wait to get it :) thank you! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @ShellTerrell, @DrLMaucione, @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:19 PM EST
    Always love to read books that take place in an area I am familiar with as it adds to the story for me! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Perednia
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:19 PM EST
    On Writing by @StephenKing, Kitchen Confidential by @Bourdain, Everything I Never Told You by @pronounced_ing, I'll Give You The Sun by @jandynelson, Passenger by @alexbracken, Echo by @PamMunozRyan. #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech, @StephenKing, @Bourdain, @pronounced_ing, @jandynelson, @alexbracken, @PamMunozRyan
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:20 PM EST
    A3 I read Wishtree recently and thought it was such a clever story. #Read4Fun
  • Perednia Jan 21 @ 7:21 PM EST
    Applegate can do no wrong as far as I'm concerned. I'm such a huge fangirl. #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:21 PM EST
    A3 Just finished Daring Greatly by @BreneBrown had wanted to read it, it resonated so much with me, and also with many recent conversations with Ss and Ts, gave me a lot to think about #Read4Fun
    In reply to @read4funchat, @BreneBrown
  • AssiniboiaLFL Jan 21 @ 7:21 PM EST
    Hi, I’m Karen, a Little Free Library steward & librarian from Saskatchewan. Currently I’m reading Death in the Stacks by @JennMcKinlay #Read4Fun
  • MsVenturino Jan 21 @ 7:22 PM EST
    I have that book in my TBR stack! #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:22 PM EST
    I worked in a library when in HS and college - I will check out that title! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @AssiniboiaLFL, @JennMcKinlay
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:23 PM EST
    That has been on my TBR pile for some time. I scanned and wanted to spend time with it so I have waited - hearing lots more people talking about it lately! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Rdene915, @read4funchat, @BreneBrown
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:24 PM EST
    Fantastic read, definitely recommend it #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR, @read4funchat, @BreneBrown
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:25 PM EST
    Really good book! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @MsVenturino
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:25 PM EST
    Elinor Oliphant is Completely Fine surprised me because I liked it so much more than I thought I would. I didn't care much for the main character at the beginning, but she won me over. #read4fun
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:25 PM EST
    I have read/listened to the @StephenKing and the @pronounced_ing and loved both. Then I listened to 11.22.63 and WOW, jut WOW! #read4fun
    In reply to @ShelfieTalk, @StephenKing, @Bourdain, @pronounced_ing, @jandynelson, @alexbracken, @PamMunozRyan, @StephenKing, @pronounced_ing
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:26 PM EST
    Just looked it up. Sounds like a great #read4fun
    In reply to @Rdene915, @Dr_LMR, @read4funchat, @BreneBrown
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:26 PM EST
    I am currently listening to A Short History of the Girl Next Door by @reckj and was not expecting the plot twist!! (No spoilers, but I will say I am loving it so far.) #Read4Fun
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:26 PM EST
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:26 PM EST
    I love plot twists! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @ShelfieTalk, @reckj
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:27 PM EST
    Thanks for joining #Read4Fun Chat. Next planned Chat is Super Bowl Sunday so we will have a slow chat question that week! See you 2/18 but check in to the # to see what’s going on!
  • read4funchat - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:27 PM EST
    Thanks for joining #Read4Fun Chat. Next planned Chat is Super Bowl Sunday so we will have a slow chat question that week! See you 2/18 but check in to the # to see what’s going on!
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:27 PM EST
    😂I thought you were calling my tweet hoopla at first, didn't realize it was media service #read4fun
    In reply to @AssiniboiaLFL, @iruntech
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:27 PM EST
    I really enjoyed this also and recently finished I Thought It Was Just Me, which I would also highly recommend. #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Rdene915, @read4funchat, @BreneBrown
  • Rdene915 Jan 21 @ 7:27 PM EST
    Thanks :) Have a great week! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • edubabbIe Jan 21 @ 7:28 PM EST
    Within this approach, Minstrell has been made to the transfer of credit. #Read4Fun
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:28 PM EST
    You too! Thanks for joining #Read4Fun tonight!
    In reply to @Rdene915
  • DrLMaucione Jan 21 @ 7:28 PM EST
    Thanks, Lena Marie! Have a great week! #read4fun
    In reply to @Dr_LMR
  • JamieArmin Jan 21 @ 7:28 PM EST
    Thanks @Dr_LMR for leading another great #read4fun 😀 Great book suggestions! Have a fabulous week Everyone!!!
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:28 PM EST
    You too! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione
  • ShelfieTalk Jan 21 @ 7:29 PM EST
    My son loved 11.22.63! I will add it to my audiobook list. Thanks! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @iruntech, @StephenKing
  • Dr_LMR - Moderator Jan 21 @ 7:29 PM EST
    Thanks for jumping in tonight! Always great to see you! #Read4Fun
    In reply to @JamieArmin
  • BrianneHeslip Jan 21 @ 7:29 PM EST
    Love hearing about students and teachers reading social justice oriented books together! #read4fun
    In reply to @jk_bergstrom
  • iruntech Jan 21 @ 7:29 PM EST
    Same...I was really thinking about abandoning the book. Glad I decided to stick with it! #read4fun
    In reply to @DrLMaucione