A chat where literacy education students, preservice teachers, and literacy mentors connect to discuss research and practice, share ideas, and meet new mentors for professional learning.
I'm Diana M. from upstate NY. I work with a scholarship program at a SUNY school. Cold and snowy, but the sun is out and the temperature is on the rise! #preservicelit
It's important to expose students to texts outside of the curriculum to broaden their interests and expose them to all types of writing and genres! @ktkelly14#preservicelit#EDU434
Reading aloud was my favorite when I was a child. It was great to be able to look forward to the next chapter of a novel or a new picture book. Reading and reflecting is a great way to build a classroom community! #Preservicelit
Q1: I celebrated World Read Aloud Day by reading to a group of kinders! I think it is important to read aloud everyday because it can build a tight community in a classroom. The books a teacher can read could help make connections with the students. #preservicelit
A1: I had planned to read to my mom's class yesterday! With the snow though, the roads were very dangerous to drive on so I was unable to make it there to read. #preservicelit
A1: World Read Aloud Day is a great idea, but I think it should be celebrated everyday! I read aloud to my son for twenty minutes! We can promote reading aloud every day by incorporating it into our school days and making it a way for students to be engaged! #preservicelit
A1 Continued: We need to encourage reading aloud to students every day. Teachers should be planning to read aloud very frequently. Educators could also have students read aloud to each other and encourage parents to read aloud to their children every night. #preservicelit
Excited to see how this International conversation about reading works in the world of Twitter! Through as I would say... “Twits”, ha! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
Hi, my name is Ines Cosme, and I am a 7th grade ELA teacher at a public school in the Bronx. I currently attend @UAlbanyEdu, and I am here for #UAELTL615, and #preservicelit.
A1: Yesterday, I created my first lesson plan! In it, students will read aloud a particular math problem and discuss different ways in which they are thinking about how to solve it. #PreServiceLit
A1 Yay for #WorldReadAloud2019. Daily read aloud must be a non-negotiable every day in every grade. I read aloud “I Am Enough” by Grace Byers to discuss identity and how each of us contribute to the beautiful diverse world we live in. #preservicelit
Q1. I didn't get a chance to read aloud on World Read Aloud Day however I plan on reading aloud each day in my classroom and encouraging my students to read aloud with their families. #preservicelit#fsu__20#REED473
A1: As a preservice, teacher, I could privilege read aloud each and every day of the year by encouraging families to read aloud with children daily. #preservicelit@DrKMcGee#fsu_20
A1: Sadly, I was in meetings, so I charged my Ss to read in their placements, or in the room they were subbing in for the day. I believe in the power of reading aloud, so I model it in every class I teach. Schedule it- just like you schedule everything in your day.#Preservicelit
A1: I wasn't in a classroom, but my kids were home for the afternoon. We read LOVE by @mattdelapena and snuggled up for some independent reading. #preservicelit
A1: It is important to have read alouds in the classroom everyday. As a teacher, making sure to set aside a time during the day, maybe just before or after lunch, for read alouds can ensure success. @ktkelly14#EDU331#preservicelit
A1 Read alouds should be a part of everyday: a classroom expectation built into the daily routine! In my house--no kids, just my wife and I in our very late 30s/early 40s--we read aloud regularly! #preservicelit
A1. I don’t have my own class right now, but I did read aloud to my own children yesterday. I read them Through My Eyes by Ruby Bridges. I felt this was an important book to share with them. #preservicelit#UAELTL500#UAELTL615
A1: A very wise person once wrote that read alouds are a nonnegotiable cornerstone of effective ELA instruction. Okay, I was that wise person, but still it's an important point! #WorldReadAloudDay#preservicelit
A1: For World Read Aloud Day I started my semester goal of reading a children's book to my current class of 4th graders each day I'm there. As their reading skills vary, I wanted to read books that the entire class could read on their own. #preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
A1 Unfortunately many schools are lockstep test prep and teachers have to adhere to strict procedures and do not have time to do such amazing things like World Read Aloud Day. Our Read Alouds page https://t.co/kfkjfCg9x2#preservicelit
A1: I'm at #SCCTE19 and was particularly inspired by @donalynbooks's presentation. She reminded us the importance of reading aloud to children at every level. I want to read a poem, a passage, or an interesting article to my students every day! @ktkelly14#preservicelit
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A1 For world read aloud day my pre-k students celebrated the completion of their own book. This book was based on Moose on the Loose by Kathy-Jo Wargin. A digital copy was shared to all families! Check it out here: https://t.co/ltdEQcgAzN#preservicelit
A1. I celebrated World Read Aloud Day by having a little read aloud with some of my fellow ed majors! It's important to prioritize reading aloud every day and for teachers to model fluent reading and their thinking as they read. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A1: I LOVE read alouds! My 3rd graders and I read another chapter of EllRay Jakes. I implement read aloud right after lunch. It's a great way to get my students settled and engaged. Having at least 15 minutes in your day will make a difference. #preservicelit#UAELTL615
A1: I read Maybe Something Beautiful in the 4th grade class I was subbing in! We can privelage read alouds everyday by reading aloud everyday to our students. It is a great way to start a lesson or start the day! #preservicelit
Love this @eallen1400 And by reading aloud often, we are giving students an idea of what the goal of reading is. They are exposed to the richness of story and language and the feeling of a reading community! Bravo! #preservicelit#litbankstreet
A1: For World Read Aloud Day I started my semester goal of reading a children's book to my current class of 4th graders each day I'm there. As their reading skills vary, I wanted to read books that the entire class could read on their own. #preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
A2 Continued: Also, with technology becoming a huge initiative in the county there are apps and websites that allows students to have access to many different texts and readings on their iPads.#preservicelit
A2: As a Junior in college, I am already starting to stock up for my future classroom library. I absolutely love reading, especially as a kid, and recognize how important it is for a fully well stocked, diverse classroom library. #preservicelit
I have been collecting books for years! I just need to stock up on all the new books that the students are interested now! Can't wait to have my own library! #Preservicelit
A2: To ensure a well-stocked classroom library, I think it’s important to have a variety of different books. Different genres, reading levels, culture, etc. It’s also important to always have new books for your students so they will have a variety to choose from. #preservicelit
Q2: I can ensure a library is well-stocked with books by providing books that would support reading. It is important to include books that accommodates every student, for example reading levels, different interests, abilities of the students. #preservicelit
A2. Providing students with a well stocked library, including variety, is crucial in igniting their passion for reading! I am always looking for store deals and local book sales. Wherever I find the opportunity to purchase books, I take it! #preservicelit
Great idea to "add in" for
districts choosing an "elearning" component to snow days.
Listen to a Read Aloud.
Ss read aloud and record themselves.
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#edu331#Preservicelit Hi my name is Delaney Fleming and i am a Junior education major at Furman University! so am excited to hear everyone’s thoughts today!
A1: To privilege read alouds every day, I hope to create a classroom that looks forward to coming to the carpet and enjoying a book together. We need to make sure time is put aside every day to read a good book with our students! #preservicelit#EDU331
Good Morning everyone! My name is Camilla, I’m a junior educational studies major here at Furman University! I am interested in non-profits that support children and their families. #preservicelit
A1: I cannot say that I celebrated World Read Aloud Day yesterday. My students were giving one another feedback for short constructed responses. No read aloud happened. #preservicelit
Q2 I am in the process of collecting books for my classroom library these have come from my mom, 2nd hand, and CHRISTMAS! I am also trying to keep an open mind and learn about new authors like @peterhreynolds#preservicelit#fsu_20#REED473
A2: As a preservice teacher, I could ensure a well-stocked classroom library by knowing my students interests, buying developmentally appropriate books for my students, and frequently adding new books into my collection. #preservicelit@DrKMcGee#fsu_20
A2: @colbysharp & @donalynbooks GAME CHANGER is a great resource for ideas to get books in hands of kids. They state, "Book ownership plays an important role in developing children's ownership of reading..."I write grants to buy new books to give to Ss of all ages. #PreserviceLit
A2: I have an Amazon Prime subscription and am a regular at @Scholastic bookfairs. I weed books regularly and donate to local classrooms. #preservicelit
A2 We must share about books and stay up to date with own voice texts and award winning books. We must also critically analyze text for stereotyping and tokenism. Check out our new book for lots of suggestions! https://t.co/3znWiKmy4A#ReadingToMakeADiference#preservicelit
I agree, reading aloud is so important allowing students to view educators as a mentor! Students reading is also an excellent way for them to become more confident in their reading ability! #preservicelit#EDU331
A1: For World Read Aloud Day, I collected books and articles celebrating diversity (people, ideas, etc.) for my students! We can privilege read alouds everyday by carving out class time and instilling a passion for texts in our classroom. #preservicelit#edu331@ktkelly14
A1 Read alouds should be celebrated everyday! I teach pre-k, we read everything from short books, to long complicated stories, to chapter books at nap time. Every child, any age should be read aloud to, adults can provide them with varying levels of literature. #preservicelit
A2: To ensure a well stocked classroom library, I would make sure to have a variety of genres available for all interests and reading abilities. @ktkelly14#EDU331#preservicelit
A1: This topic is right up my alley. I read to my high school students every day by picking a couple children’s books that relates to the content we will learn for that unit. And read excerpts throughout the unit. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A2 I don't have a traditional classroom but supplying books for students is an issue. We make relationships with bookstores, solicit donations, and work with publishers to keep books on our shelves #preservicelit
A2: I have been collecting children’s books for over ten years now, but each year I have my students complete interest inventories and I try to add books according to their interests throughout the year. @ktkelly14#preservicelit
A1. I celebrated World Read Aloud Day by having a little read aloud with some of my fellow ed majors! It's important to prioritize reading aloud every day and for teachers to model fluent reading and their thinking as they read. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
I constantly get new books in my classroom based on my students' interests. I get books from thrift stores, Amazon, Donor's Choose...anywhere! As long as there are title & author my kids LOVE! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A2. Develop a "wish list" of books.
Check to be sure that library reflects students (mirrors, windows, doors a la Bishop), as well as S needs and desires. Create a passion for learning (and reading).
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A2: My classroom texts are fully digitial. We have access to Newsela, Myon, and Commonlit among other sources that we can use for all sorts of texts. #preservicelit
A2: To ensure a well stocked classroom library, keep in touch with your school librarian to make sure you have a wide variety and some of the latest stuff! #preservicelit
A2: I want to keep an intentional stock of books in my library, full of all kinds of books - from poetry, to graphic novels, to non-fiction! I want every student to be able to find a book they will enjoy and relate to! #makereadinggreatagain#preservicelit@ktkelly14#EDU434
A2. I don’t have a classroom yet, but I am already stocking my library. I constantly order books from scholastic. I take my children’s hand me downs. I buy those must have books whenever I see them (The One and Only Ivan, Amal Unbound, etc) #preservicelit
A2: To ensure a well-stocked library I plan to look into other teachers' recommendations and consult with colleagues. I also plan to regularly discuss what I am currently reading and have a variety of books available for my students @ktkelly14#PreServiceLit
A2 Yes all children deserve equal access to high quality literature. I do this through the public library. I think the limit is 100 books. Sometimes I get pretty close to the limit.... I select books based off of student interest and online book lists. #preservicelit
#preservicelit#edue331 It is not easy to ensure a well- stocked classroom library but it is important to gain one. Once i have my first classroom I plan on going to garage sales, library sales, and asking my church for books.
A2: Even though I do not have a classroom yet, I have began to collect books for my future students. By having books that are new, classics, whole series, and books by the same author can creat a well-stocked library #preservicelit
A2 I think it’s important to really understand our students and where they come from. Once we really get to know them we can purchase books for our libraries that truly reflect our students. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A2. Make texts available year round. Books should NOT fill the shelves in the summer. Ss need access to books to read. Make sure they are available!
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A2:To me, high quality print in a classroom library must include books that give students an opportunity to see themselves in the story.That way students know reading and writing includes them. That might mean finding and adding different quality books each year! #preservicelit
A2: I think consistencyis key. Make adding to your library a priority. Also diversity is important, so different types of literature, different mediums of text, different characters. Difference peaks interest and curiosity, which betters engagement. #preservicelit
Having a well-stocked library means giving students access to own voice texts as well and mirror and window texts where they can not only see themselves but also other’s perspectives. #edu434@ktkelly14#preservicelit
Q2. One of @Madelinegonzo21 and my favorite things to do is build our class libraries together! Our Amazon wishlists are full of books that celebrate diversity and create meaningful conversation. #preservicelit#EDU434@ktkelly14
A2: I am slowly collecting high quality books to ensure that I will have a well-stocked classroom. Additionally, so many people want to donate books if you just ask! I am overwhelmed by others generosity. #PreserviceLit@ktkelly14#EDU434
A2:To me, high quality print in a classroom must include books that give students an opportunity to see themselves in the story.That way students know reading and writing includes them. That might mean finding and adding different quality books each year! #preservicelit#EDU434
As a high school history teacher I work with my librarian weekly to purchase new books that relate to the content I am teaching. And every unit I check out the books related to our topic so that they are readily assessable in the classroom. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
I also have a running wish list on Amazon that parents and students can buy from in Lou of teacher gifts. I find many students love do you leave their mark on the house of Mangle by purchasing a book for the classroom library #preservicelit@ktkelly14
#preservicelit I think that book is such a beautiful example of community and collaboartive art and it is such a joy to read to children. In my 4/5s classroom I read a teacher made book about a chnage maker who made sure others never sat alone. #litbankstreet
Q2: I believe that having a well stocked library for my students is important. Whenever I have the opportunity, I buy new books to add to my collection. #preservicelit
A2. In order to have a well-stocked classroom, we need to have multiple diverse books from picture books, magazines, informational texts and other engaging texts that students will enjoy. #EDU331@ktkelly14#preservicelit
My personal tip for making sure your library is stocked is to start early!! I began collecting books for my classroom freshman year of college and it has made a huge difference in the quantity of books I have collected over the past four years. #edu434@ktkelly14#preservicelit
A3: I have not been exposed to many books, which is another reason why I am excited to be a teacher! I will be exposed to different books every day. I’m hoping I can learn about new books that are culturally diverse so I can add to my classroom library! #preservicelit
A3: One of the modules for micro credentialing requires you to read diverse books. I found that I love the books I read. The titles include “Wonder,” “Grandfather’s Journey,” “Black Elk’s Vision a Lakota Story,” and “Words Set Me Free.” #preservicelit
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Q3: "All Are Welcome" by Alexandra Penfold is my favorite culturally diverse book. I think this book is perfect to start the year with! It can be used to let all children know they are welcome in a classroom, which could help build a classroom community! #preservicelit
A2: Students need to have access to books that represent THEM, so I hope to create a library full of books from a variety of genres and interests. I also want them to open up a book, read about a character, and say, "hey! they're just like me!" #preservicelit#EDU331
A2: I keep a running list of my students and peers' beloved texts in the back of my Day Book! Not only do I hope to supply my students with high quality texts, I aspire to give them books they will adore reading and want to pick up again! #preservicelit#edu331@ktkelly14
A2: I am already working to establish a rich classroom library by sifting through thrift stores and clearance sections... but also through being picky about what my students are exposed to (love, acceptance, representation) #preservicelit#EDU331
I also use the Furman library quite often if I want a specific book for a lesson. Usually, they will have it and it’s FREE 😍 @ktkelly14#edu434#preservicelit
I love your tweet Brie! I agree and think sparking students interests is most important! If students enjoy what they are reading, they are likely to read more on their own time! #preservicelit#EDU331
A3 We must always be intentional will authentic text choice to represent all identities to understand ourselves and others better. Check out our blog & our new book for some suggested books. One fav is “Harbor Me" https://t.co/Vk5nxyqvO4#preservicelit#readingtomakeadifference
Q3 Pick a favorite? They are all my favorite, however I like The North Star for a children's book and The Book Thief is my all time favorite #preservicelit#fsu_20#REED473
A3: There are so many great culturally diverse books out there--some of my favorites are Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña, and Green is a Chile Pepper by John Parra! #EDU331@ktkelly14#preservicelit
A3: I really enjoyed a book I had to read in class “a long walk to water”. This focused on the life of a little boy in South Sudan during the war. It shows a different culture than most of us are used to hearing about. @ktkelly14#EDU331#preservicelit
I’m thinking of having friend sponsors, putting something out on Facebook and have people send in books with a letter saying why it’s their favorite book. And also a little wish to my students for a good year! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A1: For World Read Aloud Day I practiced a read aloud with some of my friends in our own school library! We can privilege read aloud’s every day by making them a priority and dedicating time every day to make it an engaging experience! #EDU331#preservicelit@ktkelly14
A3. Can't possibly list all of my favorite titles, so here are some of the awesome books I read last year and some of the titles in my book stack for 2019! #preservicelit#bookstack@ktkelly14
Didn’t reach my goal of 50 books this year, but read some pretty great ones! Top 3: The Hate U Give by @angiecthomas, Beautiful Boy by David Sheff (which I finally read after 10 years of wanting to!), and The Thing Around Your Neck by Chimamanda Adichie #2018reads#2019bookstack
#preservicelit#edu331 Having a culturally diverse library is very important. My favorite books are any of the Malala books but especially Malala's Magic Pencil. It shows love and diversity in an education setting.
A3. I was waiting for this question! Amal Unbound, Forever or a Long, Long Time, A Long Walk to Water, The Crossover, Martin’s Big Words, Through My Eyes, Ron’s Big Mission #preservicelit
A3: I recently came upon "The Name Jar" by Yangsook Choi, a book about a Korean girl who takes suggestions from her class as to what her "American" name should be. Give it a read! #preservicelit
Absolutely! When they are motivated to read, they will be more engaged, and when they are more engaged they will read more and improve their comprehension, vocabulary, and understanding of themselves and the world. #preservicelit
A3 I just got the book “A Good Night for Mr. Coleman” by Kathy Izard and illustrated by Evelyn Henson! I encourage everyone to check it out today on Amazon! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A3. My favorite diverse books are Finding Winnie, Crysanthemum, I am Jazz, the Giving Tree, Boom Chicka Boom Boom and any Dr. Seuss books. #EDU331@ktkelly14#preservicelit
A3. Current fave is
One Word from Sophia. Clever book.
Love Jubari Jumps and The Day You Begin
@sam_aye_ahm 's Internment for YA is literally the bomb!
So many!
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A3 Adeyemi's "Children of Blood and Bone," Angie Thomas' "The Hate You Give," Gansworth's "If I Ever Get Out of Here," are wonderful books celebrating characters of color. Cori McCarthy & Amy Rose Capetta are doing great work for LGBT representation
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A2 We must share about books and stay up to date with own voice texts and award winning books. We must also critically analyze text for stereotyping and tokenism. Check out our new book for lots of suggestions! https://t.co/3znWiKmy4A#ReadingToMakeADiference#preservicelit
A3: I love anything by Patricia Polacco and Sharon G. Flake. I just read Chicken Sunday by Polacco last night. I also remember in middle school being so heavily invested in early novels like Beggin For Change by Sharon G. Flake #preservicelit
I am trying to discover books that feature diverse family structures while the focus of the book is not completely on that family system in order to "normalize" these different families. Suggestions are welcomed and treasured! #preservicelit
#edu331#Preservicelit Q3 diversity and inclusivity are super important. This past week I did a book talk in @ktkelly14 classroom on The One and Only Ivan. This book was amazing and talked about inclusivity but also being an individual!
A2, I have a variety of nonfiction and fiction books that relate to our content. I watch what the kids are reading and put similar books on my shelf. @ktkelly14#preservicelit
A2: Value books, articles, and texts over everything else. Carve out the majority of class time to allow for Ss to read in class. Realize that every minute spent reading is a minute that could change a student's life. #preservicelit
Currently I am reading, The Color of Law, Just Mercy, and Becoming Michelle Obama. Though I haven’t finish them I think they will be among my favorite books due to the learning taking place in the reading process. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A3. My favorite book that I read to my class this year is Wishtree by @kaaauthor. I also love Red, The Other Side, and Malala's Magic Pencil. #PreserviceLit#EDU434@ktkelly14
Awesome book! Our names are part of our identity and should be honored and pronounced correctly. There are many other books focused on names such as Chrysanthemum, My Name is Bilal, and the Caldecott honor, Alma and How She Got Her Name. #preservicelit#readingtomakeadifference
A3: Fish Cheeks by Amy Tan is 1 of my favorite short stories that I have used for my Ss. Books? I love Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. But I was not allowed to use this book, though it's written for this age group. #preservicelit#UAELTL615
It is so important to have diverse & inclusive titles in the classroom. Some of my favorites titles include: “Mango, Abuela, and Me,” “Brown Girl Dreaming,” “One Crazy Summer,” “Wonder,” and “Looking Like Me.” #preservicelit
A3: #preservicelit I personally love the book So Much by TRishe Cooke because i think it brings forward some diverse cutural language that is not often represented in children's literature unless it is a time period piece. #litbankstreet
A3: My favorite culturally diverse children’s book is Same, Same But Different by Jenny Kostecki-Shaw. I think this book’s message underlines that - despite our differences - we all share something in common. #preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
A3 I have recently pursued my interests by reading curturally diverse texts! Some of my favorites are; Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hammer, One Crazy Summer, and Brown Girl Dreaming. Although, I cannot wait to read more amazing books by Jacqueline Woodson! #preservicelit#EDU331
@Malala has an abundance of children’s books that my class and I have loved exploring. These books encourage students to be agents of change as they wrestle with how they can make the world a better place just like Malala did! @ktkelly14#preservicelit#edu434
A4: I think it is very important for students to be able to explore their own ideas and opinions on topics that matter to them through writing. Not all students are the same. #preservicelit
A4: We can help students explore their own ideas and opinions on topics by acknowledging their importance in the matters and encouraging their voice! Also, by expanding their different views by giving them different books and stories to read! #preservicelit
Q4: It is important for students to be able to write about their own opinions or topics, this helps them to maintain interest and can motivate the students to actually write. #preservicelit
A4 Continued: I feel as though educators should provide chances that include open ended topics for writing that allows the students to pick what they want to write about. This enables them to be creative and shows them that their voices matter. #preservicelit
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I read Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion. It's Little Red Riding Hood, with a safari twist. Red, in this story, is also a girl of color. My students were surprised but excited to know that the character could be portrayed any way the author wants. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
Some of my favorites are “Yo Soy Muslim” which touches on multicultural families and “Inside Out & Back Again” which is a story of a family from Vietnamese refugees. Both are written in an unique and beautiful style! #preservicelit#EDU434
You're Here for a Reason by Nancy Tillman, Love by Matt de la Pena, and The Big Umbrella by Amy and Juniper Bates are my current favorites! #preservicelit
A4:#preservicelit- #Choice it all comes down to giving students choices. Great mentor texts also can help them explore topics that interest them even if they might not know very much about that topic yet @ktkelly14
Loved hearing about this book, Delaney! Hearing about Ivan finding his own identity and who he is is so important for our students to understand. Books can help us teach so much about inclusivity and diversity! #preservicelit#EDU331
#edu331#Preservicelit Q3 diversity and inclusivity are super important. This past week I did a book talk in @ktkelly14 classroom on The One and Only Ivan. This book was amazing and talked about inclusivity but also being an individual!
A4: As a preservice teacher, I could help students explore their own ideas through writing by allowing them to free writing journal opportunities and completing mini research projects on topics of their interest. #preservicelit@DrKMcGee#fsu_20
A4: #preservicelit I believe that reading & writing are married together. If we want our Ss to feel comfortable writing their own stories, they need to hear stories like their own in the books we read every day in our classrooms.
A4: It’s so important because students need to learn writing skills and they cannot learn them when they are disinterested. Teachers must hold their students attention so that they can learn necessary skills. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A1: We have more than enough time to read aloud to students, even at the secondary level if we do away with skills based reading comprehension death by worksheets, and actually let Ss read, write, and talk as much as possible in class! #preservicelit
A2: Keeping a well shocked classroom library has been a challenge for me in the past. But, with the amazing help from my school's librarian @NBuddy59 AND a bunch of @DonorsChoose projects funded with great books that I read in @AffinitoLit class!
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A4: It is important for students to have time to write everyday in a day book where they can record their own thoughts and ideas. #preservicelit#EDU331
A4: I want students (and their teachers) to understand the power their words can have on the world. If we only allow 'schooled' writing, then how will they ever uncover their creative and powerful impacts? #preservicelit
A4: Let's encourage more authentic, engaging ways of writing for a real audience...instead of persuasive essays, turn it into a script for a TV commercial. Instead of how to writing, make it a YouTube script #preservicelit
A3: I adore "The Day You Begin" by Jacqueline Woodson! She writes so beautifully and her message of inclusivity is a powerful tone to kick off the school year in the fall. I also love "Elmer the Elephant" for meeting uniquity with optimism! #preservicelit#edu331@ktkelly14
A4. Choice of topics allows a S to truly develop their writing voice.
Also choice of genre, medium and process are critical to ensure that Ss develop the confidence & expertise that they choose!
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A4 Writing can be tricky because you want to teach students how to write properly while still nurturing creativity and freedom of expression. Finding that balance is a challenge! #preservicelit
A4. It’s important for students to have choice when they write. Students are going to be more engaged and passionate about writing if they have the opportunity to write about topics that matter to them. #EDU331@ktkelly14#preservicelit
A4: Set aside sacred time on a consistent basis. If Ss know that they have time across days/weeks they will build a writing habit --> increased writing volume! #preservicelit
A3: It is so important to have diverse books readily available in the classroom, and it is just as important to be reading them ourselves. I am excited to read "Ready to Fall" by Marcella Pixley this year and present it to my future students! @ktkelly14#EDU434#PreServiceLit
A4: Ask them open ended, opinion-based Q's that they can choose from. S's need structure, but we should not take that to mean limited choices, which then limits their thinking. We can also encourage them to engage in a free write about any given topic. #preservicelit#UAELTL615
Student choice and voice is so important in writing! Students need to be given the opportunity to write about what matters to them! @ktkelly14#edu434#preservicelit
a4: We wants students to be invested in their own learning, when students write about what they are interested in they have the chance to be experts in that topic and can teach us. I think having that perspective of wonder is important. #preservicelit
Here it is! Our final #preservicelit question of the chat. Reply, retweet or create a new tweet with your response, but don’t forget to add A4 and the #preservicelit hashtag!
A4: encourage students to write in a journal. It's a low stress activity where they can express and explore their own opinions. You can give them the option of sharing aloud or keeping it private. #preservicelit
A1: I did not get a chance to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. However, we can have read alouds every day of the year by reading students new books everyday that pertain to their interests. We can also have students read aloud to each other. #preservicelit
#preservicelit#edu331We can help students explore their own ideas by writing about what they want to write about, not a prompt. It is important for the students to gain their own voice. it is also important for them to read to learn what other people think.
A3. Some of my very favorites are featured here! The Day You Begin, Last Stop on Market Street, and Drawn Together are all fabulous books. Each one uses diverse characters and vivid illustrations to celebrate and honor relationships with one another. #preservicelit#EDU434
Q4: Allowing students the opportunity to explore their own ideas through writing is one of my main goals. I want my students to gain agency through their writing and become advocates for not only themselves, but those around them. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
Two books that I defiantly need to have in my classroom are “The Day You Begin” by Jacqueline Woodson and “Drawn Together” by Mink Lê #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A3: You're Here for a Reason by Nancy Tillman, Love by Matt de la Pena, and The Big Umbrella by Amy and Juniper Bates are my current favorites! #preservicelit#EDU331
A4: Time + choice to write about what they want, preferably in response to something they've read. I can think of few things more valuable. #preservicelit
Can we get students obsessed with writing! Writing is all about self expression and having a voice. If we can provide children with the space they need to discover how to express themselves through writing, could we guide them to an obsession? #preservicelit
A4: This is important because it helps them grow as individuals, writers, readers, as well as share their authentic views on any given topic. This also builds their confidence. #preservicelit#UAELTL615
A4: It encourages them to think about personal stories throughout there life. Engage students in this to show that writing can be a fun and creative process instead of writing to a prompt. Students may be aware of proper grammar techniques. @ktkelly14#EDU331#preservicelit
I love this! The consistency is key, often Ss can get anxious to get everything done at once, w/ a regular writing habit you are removing that anxiety. #preservicelit
A4. Students need to have choice when they write: choice in topic, choice in genre, choice in audience. This encourages them to use writing as advocacy and to take action! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A4: The best way to help students explore their own ideas & opinions is to supply them with various texts so they can make their own INFORMED opinions! Texts should come from diverse perspectives & genres to prevent the danger of a single story. #preservicelit#edu331@ktkelly14
A2: We must not fall into the trap of collecting books that only tell a single story! Our library should include diversity of texts, genres, and perspectives. Allowing all children to see themselves in the text is essential! #preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
Thank you to all #preservicelit educators chatting today! Let’s keep the rich conversation alive and slow chat throughout the month. The archive of our chat will be posted soon!
A4: Students should have the opportunity to choose what they write! As teachers we can support their chosen topics by encouraging their ideas and conferencing with them to guide them through the writing process! #preservicelit
Q4: Allowing students to express themselves through writing shows students how much we value them and their opinions. When we show students we value them, and give them a voice, there is no limit to what they can achieve! #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A4: Connect reading and writing through integrated learning if/when possible. What are Ss reading that they want to write about? It's not about prompts to prepare for state testing, it's about writing about topics that ignite curiosity & passion. #preservicelit
A4: I plan to incorporate more creative, authentic writing in the classroom to allow students to have a voice! I am integrating opinion writing through advertisements in my Math PBL unit this month. #PreserviceLit#EDU434@ktkelly14
A4: We can provide books and other opportunities such as workshop projects that reflect what our students are interested in. This is why I find it so important to get to know our students as individuals and provide content that relates to them. @ktkelly14#EDU434#PreServiceLit
A2: To ensure a well stocked classroom library, be sure to have books of all different reading levels, genres, and even some in multiple languages. Also, get to know your students' interests and have books that relate to their interests. #preservicelit
When students are given the opportunity to write about what is important to them, they become lifelong writers and at the end of the day that is what we are here to teach: the joy and passion of making your thoughts heard through literacy @ktkelly14#edu434#preservicelit
A4: By providing books about social issues in the classroom library as well as access to current event magazines either online or in print #PreserviceLit
A4: Yesterday, I watched one of my students compose his own story the way he wanted it. He talked to me about what should come next. No prompt, just him. His story was all that he wanted it to be. I hope to create a classroom where this is the reality #preservicelit#EDU331
A4: In #EDU331 we’ve discussed how the writing process should mimic our natural writing habits. No strict prompts & allow students to write how they feel is best. As educators we are meant to guide each student’s individual skill. Help them tame their own style. #preservicelit
A4: Students should have the opportunity to choose what they write! As teachers we can support their chosen topics by encouraging their ideas and conferencing with them to guide them through the writing process! #preservicelit#EDU434
A4: Student voice and choice should be encouraged in the classroom. It can be useful for students to have an idea journal or daybook for them to expand on topics that they are passionate about. Frequent peer and teacher conferencing can support this. #preservicelit
A3: #preservicelit i think it is also really important to start redefininy what it means to be diverse especially in light of childrens learning. Diverse doesnt mean one culture or person of color respresented in contrast to a book with only white children/people. #litbankstreet
A3: I love reading aloud, my favorites are: Bud, Not Buddy, Esperanza Rising, Crossover, Amal Unbound, A Poem for Peter, and for a quick read aloud at the end of the day Young, Gifted and Black. I read a page at dismissal every day. @ava#preservicelit#UAELTL615
A2 We must share about books and stay up to date with own voice texts and award winning books. We must also critically analyze text for stereotyping and tokenism. Check out our new book for lots of suggestions! https://t.co/3znWiKmy4A#ReadingToMakeADiference#preservicelit
Two books that I definitely need to have in my classroom are “The Day You Begin” by Jacqueline Woodson and “Drawn Together” by Mink Lê #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A3: #preservicelit i think it is also really important to start redefininy what it means to be diverse especially in light of childrens learning. Diverse doesnt mean one culture or person of color respresented in contrast to a book with only white children/people. #litbankstreet
A4: I think we can help students explore there own ideas and thoughts through oral conversation first. Then, model it in writing. Students should also know that writing is a form of conversation. #preservicelit@ktkelly14
A4: We have to instill our students with a true love of writing and how writing is the doorway to self-expression and communication with others around us. #preservicelit#EDU331
A4 It’s important for our students to feel that their voices are heard. Allow them to explore causes that are important to them. They can write letters, make posters, write emails, etc to help bring awareness #preservicelit
A4: #preservicelit i currently teach 4/5s & they are not quite writing yet and some chidlren are not creating representaional drawings yet but we do story acting. This is when children create a story, teachers dictate and then their peers act it out. #litbankstreet
Here it is! Our final #preservicelit question of the chat. Reply, retweet or create a new tweet with your response, but don’t forget to add A4 and the #preservicelit hashtag!
A3: Moses Goes to a Concert by Issac Millman! I think we often for get to include text that includes characters with various abilities. Story’s have powerful messages that set classroom expectations! #Preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
A3: I have always liked the Dr. Seuss series. I think it is a fun series for children of all ages that will keep them guessing what will happen next. #Preservicelit
Did you get to hear @lesleanewman last year when she came to Furman? So inspiring and we are so thankful for her voice and her work! We feature some of her work in our new book! #preservicelit#EDU331
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@GigglinJ, @lesleanewman, @YangsookChoi, @lesleanewman
I agree! I have my students write journal entries. Their prompts are often a combination of creative writing prompts and prompts that allow them to view different perspectives. I like to link what we’re learning about or discussing into their journals. #edu615#preservicelit
A4: Using a daybook. Get rid of worksheets, give them something they can personalize. This is SO important because when we let students write their opinion, you are telling them that their story matters. #preservicelit#EDU331@ktkelly14
A4: Students can explore their own ideas on topics by free writing about what matters to them, and then share ideas with classmates to see new ideas and viewpoints. Students will be more motivated to write when free writing. #preservicelit
So true. Wonder what creative things schools are doing to get these books in homes in summer? When we were in Finland we learned they open the school library as a public library and free gym too! #preservicelit
Yes! My library is full of a variety of genres. I also have a combination of chapter books, picturebooks, and books that cover themes of diversity. #edu615#preservicelit
Joining the chat late. This is my first time seeing the chat but it looks like one that interests me. I'm Bill, a teacher educator in St. Louis. #preservicelit#preservicelit
My school just had a book swap day, so I had my students bring in their favorite books, and share the title, genre, author, a little explanation and why they love the book. Some even shared series. They LOVED it and are now reading each other’s books! #edu615#preservicelit
A: 4. Acceptance is a key. I talked of this topic just last night with my wife who is from China. A major challenge for her is feeling accepted. Same is often true for our students. Let's be welcoming. Celebrate diversity and strengths (e.g. funds of knowledge) #preservicelit
A4 The Other Side- J. Woodson “Books are sometimes windows, offering views of worlds that may be real/imagined, familiar/strange. A window can also be a mirror. Literature transforms human experience and reflects it back to us”
Rudine Sims Bishop #preservicelit
I’m a first year T and I started collecting books last year as a student T. This year my Ss give me book requests to build help our small library & I order them. I love watching their excitement as the books they requested arrive. #preservicelit
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@elliewhite813, @Madelinegonzo21, @ktkelly14
Diana, this is a definite challenge for me, but I began the school year with creative writing, then I had them peer edit, and I’m just now beginning to edit their work myself. I wanted to get their ideas flowing first and allow the pure joy of just writing. #edu615#preservicelit
