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EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome 3rd Chat community to tonight's #3rdchat! Please start off by introducing yourself! Don't forget to use… https://t.co/4dSaLn7iuD

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hello #3rdchat! I'm Taleen from Epic! and thrilled to be here. I run the Master Teacher community at Epic! & wear many other hats... (1/2)

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Epic! is an all-you-can-read eBook library for kids 12 and under, with over 15,000 books, and is completely FREE to schools #3rdchat (2/2)

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Tonight we welcome @EpicKidsBooks As our guest moderator! #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Heather from Florida #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Rosanna from Missouri #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

What an exciting night! @EpicKidsBooks is moderating #3rdchat! Join us! https://t.co/uOkrr8SUb3

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome 3rd Chat community to tonight's #3rdchat! Please start off by introducing yourself! Don't forget to use… https://t.co/4dSaLn7iuD

28dianeb Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Diane-Nebraska #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Justin from Wisconsin! Excited for tonight. #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello #3rdchat friends! Todd from NY. Hope you're all well tonight! https://t.co/GfQFnPkl4n

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jerrica, 4th grade, Florida and one of the co-mods for #3rdchat Very excited both me and my Ss love @EpicKidsBooks!

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey hey hey #3rdchat Spiri from PA, excited to join for a bit https://t.co/FiDV0pLQQm

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jennifer from Missouri here 😊 #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Mary 3rd T from FL, co-mod of #3rdchat and super excited for chat with @EpicKidsBooks tonight!! https://t.co/UpFPsF8cc3

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@MrRussoRH #3rdchat https://t.co/zqagS2KF4W

DonnaWeth Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Donna from Texas here. #3rdchat

itrachtenbarg Sep 28 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Ingrid from Portland, OR. My Ss love @EpicKidsBooks #3rdchat

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Kimberly King. Bozeman, MT I will be in and out. I love you guys! #3rdchat https://t.co/QdgJhxM2Bh

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I am so excited to see how others are using it! #3rdchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks Hello! Excited for tonight's chat 😊 #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I'm Terry and slightly distracted with granddaughters on their last night here #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Megan from Fl So excited to have @EpicKidsBooks with us tonight! #3rdchat

LMurray_ Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

HI #3rdchat. Lisa from OH.

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Jenn, Fort Wayne, IN. I love @EpicKidsBooks #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

It is one of my absolute favorite Apps! #3rdchat https://t.co/GLb3hRBpn2

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I am so excited to see how others are using it! #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I'm excited to learn more about @EpicKidsBooks! #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Student choice! Find their interests! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Read alouds daily, time to choose their books and read independently #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1-Reading beautiful stories aloud to them #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1:with my own kids...talking w/them about what they like, encourage them to select different types of books from various genres. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Agree, there are so many wonderful books. Are you going to do #GRA16 this year? #3rdchat https://t.co/AT9S2IbqcK

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1-Reading beautiful stories aloud to them #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: providing sources for them to be inspired by, and finding their interests to recommend books. Student choice for sure! #3rdchat

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. Book buzzing, book trailers! #3rdchat

itrachtenbarg Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Student choice! Ss love hearing recommending about books they will like #3rdchat

DonnaWeth Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 read to them and create shared classroom book experiences #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1. Allowing Ss to chose their reading material. Modeling enjoying a good book by having a daily read aloud #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1- reading aloud high quality books, modeling loving reading yourself, student choice #3rdchat

LMurray_ Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Create special times by sharing a book with Ss. #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I think giving Ss choice in their reading is a big motivator. 📚 @epic #3rdchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1) Love sharing favorite stories & characters w/ them, I dress up as characters, soon they have their own to enjoy & dress up as #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Did @EpicKidsBooks make any deals to have #GRA16 books available by chance? #3rdchat

28dianeb Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Read aloud and display a variety of authors/genres for them to read #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Find what interests them and put the book in their hands. Read aloud different series. #3rdchat

smozer Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I've been doing #classroombookaday and #imwayr with my class. They love connecting with authors online. #3rdchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@mleonard03 Great ways for them to make connections, meaningful to them #3rdchat

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hello! Grade 2/3 teacher from Canada. #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Book trailers on iMovie is a blast! #3rdchat https://t.co/oiEOMwRRZ2

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. Book buzzing, book trailers! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Oh! What's this? Tell us more. #3rdchat https://t.co/cFNPrjKgRf

smozer Sep 28 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I've been doing #classroombookaday and #imwayr with my class. They love connecting with authors online. #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1.1: provide a quiet time for Ss to read, both at home and at school.Ts/all adults join-talk about what you're trading and why!😊 #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@smozer Love the #classroombookaday Thanks for sharing! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@wesaquje Welcome, glad to have you join #3rdchat

smozer Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Sharing my love of reading influences my student's choices. #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2: Leveled books or free exploration? See image for full question! #3rdchat https://t.co/ajj7LzZqGY

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: By providing books that are culturally-relevant to students. #3rdchat https://t.co/o91tT7NqXR

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Good point. #3rdchat https://t.co/fTrxiuMobf

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: By providing books that are culturally-relevant to students. #3rdchat https://t.co/o91tT7NqXR

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: A good mix of both. Choice is so motivating to students! #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: Exploring any books! Trying to build life long readers. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: I think many skills can be taught and practiced with books they choose. #3rdchat They will be more engaged.

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2- I feel strongly that Ss should be able to explore reading w any level outside of their reading group time #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Wow! What an eye opening graphic! Definitely need to provide culturally diverse books for students #3rdchat https://t.co/QpB2dvgmzH

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: By providing books that are culturally-relevant to students. #3rdchat https://t.co/o91tT7NqXR

itrachtenbarg Sep 28 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks Ss put a card inside the books in our library that says "this book is recommend by... because ..." #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 Equal amount of each. They can also find books of their interest on their level. Love hearing them share their new discoveries! #3rdchat

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I truly believe choice is important! Learning to find just right books is a life skill! #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I've had one of my guided level C kids walking around with a Wimpy Kid book for a week. He. Needs. That. #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@wesaquje Wow! #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I like to balance the two-some on level to build skills and practice strategies, some not to expand and increase interest #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I think both can be valuable -- if you are always forced to read at your level high or low it limits the Ss & takes enjoyment #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@Heathrb25 #truth! #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2- I think there is a place for leveled books to help guide instruction, but choice is so important to develop lifelong reading #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: I feel the need to build stamina, not all readers will choose books to help build that. #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Hey #3rdchat Kirsten from Independence, MO

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest challenge about using technology in your classroom? #3rdchat https://t.co/JfQiso6r6v

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Here is Q2 #3rdchat https://t.co/S0CWynYUWi

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2: Leveled books or free exploration? See image for full question! #3rdchat https://t.co/ajj7LzZqGY

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Stacie here. Late the game & very sick. Wanted to ask though, how do you keep your Ss from just swiping through pages & books? #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I do not tell Ss to stick to a level. I want to build a love of reading, struggling and re-reading "easy" books is part of that #3rdchat

LMurray_ Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Ss should choose a book. If they enjoy it, they are more likely to read it and enjoy reading. #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks A1: using a Google form to ask what they would like to have more of in the class library and providing a couple. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@mrsgorman3TE Hey Kirsten, welcome to #3rdchat

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: I think it is about balance. Students need good fit books. They also love to read books that they pick (Ss can read pictures). #3rdchat

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3. My teams follow my wild ideas! Another great one is @rachelmarker! My friends at #3rdchat #KidsDeserveIt

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3: Monitoring tech use. Making sure kids are on the correct site/app #3rdchat

28dianeb Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: Student choice! Had it when I was in 6th grade & I disliked it. All I was allowed to read were classics! #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2. Choice of course but we often have to limit Epic in class which makes me sad. They don't read; just swipe pages. I have tried #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q3 is on deck #3rdchat https://t.co/6BxqTjSb6G

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: What is the biggest challenge about using technology in your classroom? #3rdchat https://t.co/JfQiso6r6v

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@mrsgorman3TE Welcme! #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: when the wifi isn't working? 😩 but also when you have something planned and it's just not working out the way you'd hoped. #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: Ss should have an idea of where to start but be given some latitude to look at books that interest and challenge them too! #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#3rdchat to have them read Epic & we can't seem to get it together this year. It's so frustrating. @mariasolis326 https://t.co/aCZ4En8toZ

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2. Choice of course but we often have to limit Epic in class which makes me sad. They don't read; just swipe pages. I have tried #3rdchat

smozer Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@kimforuria When we tweet about books we tag the author. Often the author likes or responds to the tweet. #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3-we just got our iPads-I'm in heaven so far!! #3rdchat

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3. Making sure it runs smoothly for new computer kiddos! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: There is so much to do...trying to get it all in. #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3. Network error, network down, wifi not working! Sometimes tech doesn't go according to plan, gotta have a plan B (and C and D..) #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3.When it's not working the way you planned.When Ss try to do something off task & think u don't see them during independent work #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2: Both!Choice to promote the love of reading and on level for understanding.They love having the option to have 2 dessert books! #3rdchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3) I'm a cyber educator, Ss occasionally get dropped from live lesson or have tech issues, freeze up, can't hear #3rdchat

smozer Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat Here's a good blog post example of how I'm using #imwayr #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@Heathrb25 like will never be the same. Check out @TheGROApp for managing guided reading/lit circles #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Logging in, trouble shooting, and Internet down but I love technology in the classroom! #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Perhaps other Ts here have suggestions? #3rdchat https://t.co/K4erjRnXyQ

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT
#3rdchat to have them read Epic & we can't seem to get it together this year. It's so frustrating. @mariasolis326 https://t.co/aCZ4En8toZ
- SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  A2. Choice of course but we often have to limit Epic in class which makes me sad. They don't read; just swipe pages. I have tried #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: I'm out of the classroom but what I see and here is the misconception that tech has to be used every day and in every way. #3rdchat

LMurray_ Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: Not enough devices. Trying to balance all expectations. #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q4: This one's about quizzes after reading. See image for full question! #3rdchat https://t.co/rLQm0XphhP

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

How exciting! Did all your 3rd grade classes get 1 to 1? #3rdchat https://t.co/uiI0x7ZII6

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3-we just got our iPads-I'm in heaven so far!! #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3- hurdle;technology connectivity. No internet today made flipped lessons challenging to implement #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks I KNOW. This is this year's Ss in a nutshell #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

You're a cyber educator? #3rdchat I didn't know that https://t.co/sPDViDtIW5

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3) I'm a cyber educator, Ss occasionally get dropped from live lesson or have tech issues, freeze up, can't hear #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: slow internet and procedures, so many different sites and Ss remembering details of each site. #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: with so much available making sure I pick the most effective sites to utilize student growth #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q4: A mix of both. Comprehension quizzes hold them accountable. Sporadically, saves burnout. #3rdchat

MrsFollett Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Laura from Grapevine TX here! Super late! Packing for our trip to DISNEY!! #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks @SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 build it in as tech center, or after morning work? #3rdchat

LMurray_ Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4: Balance is key. Ss need time to just enjoy a book and talk about it. #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4 I haven't used the quiz component yet. More of a fan of ss choosing ways to respond to text. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 How would/do you hold them accountable when they do other reading? #3rdchat

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: Individual student log-ins and passwords. 😫 #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Both! Sometimes I want them to read for fun but there is a time for quizzes also! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 Did you know you can create quizzes? #3rdchat Great new feature on @EpicKidsBooks https://t.co/FeTMesKDxk

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q4: This one's about quizzes after reading. See image for full question! #3rdchat https://t.co/rLQm0XphhP

KuhnClass Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Hi everyone, joining a bit late...this is Stephanie from Missouri #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: honestly it depends on the student and their purpose for reading the book--sometimes quizzes are helpful/ sometimes not #3rdchat

LannySaretsky Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat I'll have to give this a try! Thanks! #3rdchat

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: Both. Checking for comprehension is important. Sometimes we just want to read for fun! #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: Both! Sometimes reading for fun is more beneficial than another test!! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@MrsFollett How fun! Welcome to #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@mleonard03 @EpicKidsBooks @mariasolis326 tried all sorts of things. This year they seem to think read just means look. #stamina #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks thanks! important to remember that more "traditional" ways can be more aligned w/ instruction.all about purpose! #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 I've told them I see mins they read &pages they turn. If #'s don't match up they won't be able to use.#3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: Both! Quizzes can help make the Ss accountable but reading needs to be fun too! I haven't done quizzes yet.Working on stamina. #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4. I haven't tried this feature out but I think it is a great way to build skills! a balance of both is the right way to go #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat @mariasolis326 always back the drawing board #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q5: Let's talk app-smashing! See image for full question. #3rdchat https://t.co/n9XBtmNyPK

kimforuria Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q4 I like them to connect to the book and write about it using thinking stems and evidence! #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q4: Sounds like "both" is the consensus here -- there's a time and a place for both #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 There also quizzes on @EpicKidsBooks now! Maybe that could help with accountability. #3rdchat

28dianeb Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: Both!- Need balance. Want ss to still love reading, but also important that they understand what they are reading. #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 both! There is a time & purpose for both. Love the fact that Epic allows for both. #3rdchat

alexstubenbort Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Late to the party! What'd I miss? #3rdchat https://t.co/hEz2oOvSQf

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5 is on deck. Our chat is moving quick. #3rdchat https://t.co/Qq00AUKuIA

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q5: Let's talk app-smashing! See image for full question. #3rdchat https://t.co/n9XBtmNyPK

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 @SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 print reports? #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5-I need to learn about this one! #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5- I love to appsmash @EpicKidsBooks w/ @puppet and @Seesaw #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 @mariasolis326 we have too. Some have argued the record is wrong. Lol #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5- I would love to learn more. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:32 PM EDT

How do you do that? Or what do you do I should say? #3rdchat https://t.co/5ZYMEn3hEe

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Q5- I love to appsmash @EpicKidsBooks w/ @puppet and @Seesaw #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: definitely going to try the @EpicKidsBooks quizzes, I think they will be more open to the idea if it's straight from the site! #3rdchat

28dianeb Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: What is appsmash?! Sounds interesting! #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: it depends on your purpose. Qs might provide guidance for thinking about the reading, but also may stop a S from enjoying it.#3rdchat

itsmeSpiri Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) Both, altho I find that Ss want to tell me about their story anyway w/o me asking #3rdchat https://t.co/w2aLV6s8vF

alexstubenbort Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I'm a fan of @eBackpack and @gingerlabs working in tandem as an LMS/Digital Portfolio one, two punch #3rdchat https://t.co/Gag5Hmq7g3

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: Looking for ideas on this! #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

S5 too many to list @Seesaw with @ChatterPixIt @PicCollage slides docs #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: love @EpicKidsBooks and @padlet, popplet or @plickers with third graders during reading #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 @googleclassroom with nearly everything #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@mleonard03 what do you do with @padlet during reading? Would love some ideas! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I'm getting there! #3rdchat https://t.co/TqGrfyyeYx

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5 @googleclassroom with nearly everything #3rdchat

wesaquje Sep 28 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: RAZ Kids and Starfall learning. #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@alexstubenbort Glad to have you! #3rdchat https://t.co/qhuWkHLZdv

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@alexstubenbort #3rdchat https://t.co/ph6q7C7M2p

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 @BookCreatorApp @Shutterfly photo story app w/ @PicCollage & photos #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Ditto! #3rdchat https://t.co/jbtfrOOkq6

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: love @EpicKidsBooks and @padlet, popplet or @plickers with third graders during reading #3rdchat

alexstubenbort Sep 28 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@28dianeb App-smashing is the act of increasing, elevating, and redefining an app by using it in tandem w one or more other apps #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@mrsgorman3TE @padlet oh it's great for comprehension check q's, or identifying reading skills/vocab/text features, etc #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5: ❤️ @EpicKidsBooks, Padlet, @ProdigyGame @KidblogDotOrg #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5 @KidblogDotOrgwith nearly everything too #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@alexstubenbort @28dianeb Thanks for the description! :-) #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#3rdchat leaving early. Not feeling well https://t.co/G6UA8Kiitk

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 And show them this! My kids ❤️ when @EpicKidsBooks responds to us! #3rdchat Told mine about chat 2night! 😁

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@mleonard03 @padlet thanks! I can't wait to use it more! #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@mleonard03 @EpicKidsBooks #3rdchat https://t.co/9qkhkWJSHl

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Loved doing collaboration with @EpicKidsBooks and @padlet #3rdchat

SRyan3rdgrade Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@28dianeb oh yes!!! &I so much fun to see what they create. #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@mrsgorman3TE @padlet it is so much fun-Ss love it and highly engaging =win/win #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: ❤️ @EpicKidsBooks @padlet @KidblogDotOrg #3rdchat

MrsAlligood13 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade #3rdchat https://t.co/NCEXE3crE2

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade Feel better! #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Certainly need to do more with @padlet. #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade #3rdchat https://t.co/ewjXzOA9Ak

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@SRyan3rdgrade #3rdchat https://t.co/pxJTLX2IVk

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Q6: How do you use collections of books? See image for full question. #3rdchat https://t.co/JkjNZ8Aacs

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: Ss love @EpicKidsBooks for the ebook option and they love the read aloud part! Great for differentiating! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q6 Probably one of my favorite new thing on @EpicKidsBooks #3rdchat https://t.co/s6uasfs3m6

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Q6: How do you use collections of books? See image for full question. #3rdchat https://t.co/JkjNZ8Aacs

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hadn't heard of @padlet. Exciting to try a new app! #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks @SRyan3rdgrade @mariasolis326 Thanks! I'll be sharing the "hi" with them tomorrow! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: I use it for research. I can set up collection for Sci/SS topics, assign appropriate levels and have them work together. #3rdchat

itrachtenbarg Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Just learned about flipping learning using @EpicKidsBooks and @Seesaw. Excited to try it out #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@donahue_jenn @padlet you'll fall in 💗love #3rdchat

mrsjmitchell3 Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6: I am new to using Epic this year so I have not utilized things to their full capacity --anxious to learn 📚 #3rdchat

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Does anyone have another (preferably free) blogging platform they use Ss? #3rdchat

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6- just made a collection of now and then books to compliment historical fiction. SS read one from my collection and then choice #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A6: haven't used collections yet, but definitely for collaborative groups and research projects! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Yes, @EasyblogDotOrg Fantastic and super student friendly #3rdchat https://t.co/Eh3MMKtj5F

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Does anyone have another (preferably free) blogging platform they use Ss? #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat love this idea! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: I used a collection to prepare Ss for an upcoming @SkypeClassroom lesson. It was great for building schema. #3rdchat Used book and video

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 Haven't started yet. Plan on topics w/content being taught & utilizing the quizzes. Wish- looking up books by matching standards.#3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: I can see me using it for an author study as well. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Like that wish! #3rdchat https://t.co/oZ23JKOAoV

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 Haven't started yet. Plan on topics w/content being taught & utilizing the quizzes. Wish- looking up books by matching standards.#3rdchat

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat @EasyblogDotOrg thks! Trying to set up space 4 2 dif classes in 2 dif states can rec books in Eng & Span 2 each other #3rdchat

jmt5656 Sep 28 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: Excited to use this for research unit this year! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:45 PM EDT

It would be great if @EpicKidsBooks could create collections based on Guided Reading levels #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 great wish!!! 👍👍👍#3rdchat https://t.co/UlBh2QgpQ1

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@welovetolearn my kiddos love @KidblogDotOrg -- they beg me to blog each day and love connecting with other classrooms #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A resource unit is an excellent idea! #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks love the capacity for differentiation! Yay!! 🤗#3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@mleonard03 Haha! Trying to win them over with a cute cat gif! 😂 #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ooh! Another good idea!#3rdchat https://t.co/I9CULxz81v

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:45 PM EDT

It would be great if @EpicKidsBooks could create collections based on Guided Reading levels #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 they are powerful! 😁 we will celebrate with a cat party!! 🎉 lol #3rdchat https://t.co/QLJmlkHjsg

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q7: Final question! How do you collaborate with other classrooms using Epic! or other reading apps? #3rdchat https://t.co/aKpgCugQCM

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q7- Twitter chats, would love to hear more options others are using. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: I love that we ALL have access to the same books Can do great things together. Book talks, research, Blogging buddies, Padlet #3rdchat

Heathrb25 Sep 28 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7- I'm curious to find out some ideas! #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks Being able to find books that match stds Ta cover. Can look under std and show books' titles that would be helpful. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I've done student Twitter chats about books. We could do that too. #3rdchat https://t.co/FWahwJE4Ui

donahue_jenn Sep 28 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q7- Twitter chats, would love to hear more options others are using. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q7 How WE can collaborate with our classrooms #3rdchat https://t.co/h9azP8db6c

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q7: Final question! How do you collaborate with other classrooms using Epic! or other reading apps? #3rdchat https://t.co/aKpgCugQCM

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@EpicKidsBooks @MrsPug1 our Ss love @GoNoodle for brain breaks and there is a great video called Cat Party! It's the best! 🐈🎉 #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@Heathrb25 @MrsPug1 oh no! #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7: I haven't experimented much with this. Could do blogs about books and other classes can join in the chat! #3rdchat

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@Heathrb25 @mleonard03 Bad kitty! 😉 😷 #3rdchat https://t.co/PDRgnQgi1c

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I've done reading buddies as a center using Google Hangout #3rdchat

mleonard03 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7: love collaboration with @padlet or blogging! #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@donahue_jenn blog posts and all Ss would have access to follow recommendations from the blog post? #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:56 PM EDT

We did it Florida to Iowa, a weekly center in our class all year. it was great. 3 stations on GHO #3rdchat https://t.co/bOPXjWEBgQ

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7 I have always wanted 2 try buddy reading via FaceTime either across town w another school in my district or dif… https://t.co/NuShScdwRM

MrsPug1 - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7 @padlet lets multiple Ss share responses. Could also do a blog, tweet, or Skype. #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I also love reading a book together, then create a reader's theater and we perform together over Skype. #3rdchat

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat my kids would LOVE that! #3rdchat

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Oh they did! #3rdchat https://t.co/7TQKzlvaFG

welovetolearn Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@FirstAtBat my kids would LOVE that! #3rdchat

EpicKidsBooks Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Wow! This chat has been incredible. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us and the community. Went by so quickly! Goodnight all #3rdchat

MrsGeorgetti Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@welovetolearn @FirstAtBat How fun! What a great way to promote fluency! #3rdchat

mrsgorman3TE Sep 28 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@MrsPug1 I love the idea of having Ss read a book on @EpicKidsBooks and then using a @padlet to discuss it. Great idea! #3rdchat

MrRussoRH Sep 28 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks #3rdchat friends for a great chat tonight! Have a great week! https://t.co/RZW30rqCUJ

FirstAtBat - Moderator Sep 28 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Please join me in thanking @EpicKidsBooks for a great chat tonight. #3rdchat

KuhnClass Sep 28 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks for all of your ideas. This is a new app to me, but I can't wait to learn more and try it out! #3rdchat