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ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:53 PM EST

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

VivifySTEM Feb 28 @ 9:53 PM EST

A2: I also love a good book I can easily tie into an activity #ecechat

Relative to themed lessons; Ss culture; engaging, real life experience connection; rich in vocab; great visuals for comprehension #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:53 PM EST

It's not too late to jump into #ECEchat All about the wonderful Read Aloud #edchat #prek #earlyed #kinder #ece

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:54 PM EST

Q3 What essential components or non-negotiables do you include in your Read Aloud lessons? #ECEchat

aharveymitchell Feb 28 @ 9:54 PM EST

Definitely a rich vocabulary! #ecechat

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VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3: I plan an engaging intro "hook", plan q's & think alouds during the reading, & always have an activity after the reading. #ECEchat

AliciaMicele1 Feb 28 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: Think alouds as I am reading so students can see what good readers do... #ecechat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: for younger kids i include movement, and songs. for older kids I will ask questions and think aloud. #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3: I have been looking for ways to incorporate Essential Outcomes into the story-is the idea 'near' or 'far' away? #ECEchat

MarissaEby Feb 28 @ 9:57 PM EST

Higher level questioning is a huge goal to do every time and trying to find an activity or fun way for kids to retell the story #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:57 PM EST

I love how you differentiate for your who. #ECEchat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3: for younger kids i include movement, and songs. for older kids I will ask questions and think aloud. #ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 9:58 PM EST

RT Q3 What essential components or non-negotiables do you include in your Read Aloud lessons? #ECEchat

MrsStills Feb 28 @ 9:58 PM EST

#ecechat A3 thinking aloud, asking questions before, during, and after, picture walk, role of author/illustrator, predictions, asking why

BlossJulie Feb 28 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3- I include an engaging activity w/ movement,music or both ,sometimes art. We review after so that S can remember and share w/ P #ECEchat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 9:59 PM EST

what is a picture walk? #ecechat

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Kmegan_gapinski Feb 28 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3 vocab, prepped Q's, "turn & talks", model reading, writing #ECEchat

MrsStills Feb 28 @ 10:00 PM EST

#ecechat it is a preview of the book. We look at the pictures and make predictions or ask questions before reading the book.

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katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:00 PM EST

A3 A connection/reason for reading...planful and purposeful open-ended questions, a follow-up extension activity. #ecechat

Kmegan_gapinski Feb 28 @ 10:00 PM EST

A3 A3 vocab, prepped Q's, "turn & talks", model reading strategies, writing #ECEchat #ECEchat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:00 PM EST

What age range would you recommend this for? #ecechat

In reply to @MrsStills

MrsStills Feb 28 @ 10:01 PM EST

#ecechat When I do this with small reading groups I may point out a tricky/new word.

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techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:01 PM EST

Q3: I think it's important to establish a purpose for reading/listening. #ECEChat

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:02 PM EST

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:02 PM EST

@Kmegan_gapinski I love turn and talk and use these three vocabulary words. #ecechat

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VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:02 PM EST

Your Brain on Books #raa #ecechat #reading #ReadAcrossAmerica

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:03 PM EST

Q4 Share how you make Read Alouds interactive, engaging, and novel for your students? #ecechat

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:04 PM EST

or tell them what strategies they will use or practice. #ECEChat

In reply to @MrsStills, @MsPlummer18

vickyfarias7716 Feb 28 @ 10:04 PM EST

Predictions, think alouds, acting out, Ss personal connection, reflection, opinion, choice, writing about, extionsion activity #ecechat

AliciaMicele1 Feb 28 @ 10:05 PM EST

A4: Show enthusiasm when reading, select books the students would be interested in, books with repetitive text... #ecechat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:05 PM EST

A4: I love to act out make noises and put acting into the book. I also love including short discussions and connecting to Ss #ecechat

aharveymitchell Feb 28 @ 10:05 PM EST

A4 character voices, inflection, & excitement #ecechat

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:05 PM EST

A4: I love using props to engage students. #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

A4: Puppets, songs, drawing childerent into the story telling, welcoming Mystery Readers, props, costumes #ECEchat

katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

@MarissaEby is phenomenal at this!! Hee faces, her voices, her excitement! #RISDgreatness #ecechat

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VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:03 PM EST

Q4 Share how you make Read Alouds interactive, engaging, and novel for your students? #ecechat

MarissaEby Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

A4 I get really into the characters with voices and having Ss act it out when they can #ecechat

MrsStills Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

#ecechat prek & up You could do it with preschoolers you would have to modify & lead more I will try & get a video to you.

In reply to @MsPlummer18

aharveymitchell Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

Yes! Props are fun for everyone! #ECEchat

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MrsStills Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

#ecechat or come on over to Sioux Falls to visit! :)

In reply to @MsPlummer18

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:07 PM EST

A4: I have seen Ts weave the themes of the story through instruction durign the day/week-truely magical! #ECEchat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:07 PM EST

Getting the kids involved makes the stories come alive. ; ) #ECEchat

MarissaEby Feb 28 @ 10:06 PM EST

A4 I get really into the characters with voices and having Ss act it out when they can #ecechat

Kmegan_gapinski Feb 28 @ 10:07 PM EST

A4 gotta do voices, of course! 😉 again, rel. 2 S interest/inquiry topic, turn & talks, allow time for real disc.&making connections #ECEchat

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:08 PM EST

RT Q4: Share how you make Read Alouds interactive, engaging, and novel for your students? #ecechat

katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:08 PM EST

@MarissaEby is phenomenal at this!! Her faces, her voices, her excitement! #RISDgreatness #ecechat

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VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:03 PM EST

Q4 Share how you make Read Alouds interactive, engaging, and novel for your students? #ecechat

rpageou Feb 28 @ 10:08 PM EST

#ecechat joining late PPCD Team Leader Plano ISD, passionate about literacy for our youngest learners

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:08 PM EST

#ecechat Possibly could I live in Sioux Falls! on spring break next week too!

In reply to @MrsStills

aharveymitchell Feb 28 @ 10:09 PM EST

Welcome! #ECEChat

In reply to @rpageou

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:09 PM EST

I love how reinforcing this is. #ECEchat

In reply to @JessicaCabeen

katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:09 PM EST

A4 Bringing in real objects, getting Ss involved in the story, providing a purpose for reading...#ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:09 PM EST

Hi Rachel. Welcome to #ECEchat

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ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q5 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

rpageou Feb 28 @ 10:11 PM EST

#ecechat Q2: must be engaging, interesting, connect them to experiencing the world around them real or pretend

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:12 PM EST

Q5: Read Alouds often connect with other content areas. How do you incorporate other contents when planning your Read Alouds? #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Feb 28 @ 10:13 PM EST

A4 utilize my theater background 😉character voices, props, real objects from story Ss can feel, enthusiasm.... #ecechat

rpageou Feb 28 @ 10:13 PM EST

#ecechat A3: always start with a picture walk, then activate their curiosity with "I wonder" questions about pictures, words, predictions

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:14 PM EST

A5: It is easy to find books about different content areas and do projects with those books as well! don't know many projects thoug #ecechat

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:14 PM EST

yes giving them a role, something to do or say makes it much more engaging and meaningful. #ECEChat

In reply to @katyphinney

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:15 PM EST

A5: Choosing fic. text that coorilate with the content, for ex. read Wolfie the Bunny when learning about families & friends #ECEchat

BlossJulie Feb 28 @ 10:15 PM EST

A4-Characters,voices,costumes 💃dancing,props. But the best readers can do it solely w/ voice and imagination. BE the story #ECEchat

katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:15 PM EST

A5 I love for RAs to correlate directly with a center; at the end of the RA a S can take it right to that center to read again! #ecechat

AliciaMicele1 Feb 28 @ 10:15 PM EST

A5: <3 math R.A.s. Search pinterest &library for books & make shared rdg doc. #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:16 PM EST

A5: Mentors with local corporation-inspired readers + opportunities to learn from 'experts' outside of education. #ECEchat @HormelFoods

rpageou Feb 28 @ 10:16 PM EST

#ecechat A4: voice, tone, pacing but also repetition of stories with new versions, materials, props, exploration activities each time

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:16 PM EST

“Be the story!” Yes indeed!!! #ECEchat

BlossJulie Feb 28 @ 10:15 PM EST

A4-Characters,voices,costumes 💃dancing,props. But the best readers can do it solely w/ voice and imagination. BE the story #ECEchat

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:16 PM EST

This is one of my new favorite books! It lends itself to do much. #ECEChat

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:17 PM EST

RTQ5 Read Alouds often connect with other content areas. How do you incorporate other content areas when planning your Read Alouds? #ecechat

MarissaEby Feb 28 @ 10:18 PM EST

A5 deciding what content area to focus on & do a fun activity & expand upon it throughout the day (i.e. Centers, small groups) #ecechat

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:19 PM EST

Q6 Coming up in 1 minute #ECEchat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q6 What are your favorite resources for enhancing & creating memorable read aloud experiences for your students? #ecechat

Kmegan_gapinski Feb 28 @ 10:21 PM EST

A5 find RAs rel 2 math concepts 4 my math group;strive 2make learning exp's cross-curric so RAs selected gen align w/this approach #ECEchat

BlossJulie Feb 28 @ 10:22 PM EST

A6- U can't go wrong with a piggy back song. Change the lyrics of a common song to retell your story Kids love it and remember it. #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

A6: Props for the read aloud to make it come to life. #ECEchat

KinderKeri Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

A5: late to the party, but I choose the book to fit my content and pull the skills from there. #ECEchat

MrsStills Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

#ecechat A6 Ss LOVE big books. We spend a week reading & learning reading/language concepts. At the end of the week we act it out and create

rpageou Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

#ecechat A5: plan your activities but don't be afraid to "let the kids lead"! good literature can lead to deep PBL experiences

VivifySTEM Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

A5: incorporating a STEM challenge that relates to a "problem" that was encountered in the book is my favorite extension activity #ecechat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

A6: I would go on youtube and find videos of the book or songs and show the students after or props if I had them #ecechat

vickyfarias7716 Feb 28 @ 10:23 PM EST

A5 Bringing in math, science, art, etc. being able to draw, write, cr8 in a center / extend in small groups / discuss at recess... #ECEchat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:24 PM EST

A6. Parents! I love seeing parents of students come in and read and share their knowledge with a class. #ECEChat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:24 PM EST

A6: Story telling centers w manipulatives for S's to retell stories after the read aloud #ECEchat

KinderKeri Feb 28 @ 10:24 PM EST

A6: I love allowing time to write reflections or saving the ending and let Ss write their own before I read it to them. #ECEchat

katyphinney Feb 28 @ 10:24 PM EST

A6 Creating classbooks! #ecechat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:24 PM EST

Love this video made by staff and @RyanMayers0205 #ecechat https://t.co/Rfv0joTRXy

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ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:25 PM EST

RT Q6 What are your favorite resources for enhancing & creating memorable read aloud experiences for your students? #ecechat

VivifySTEM Feb 28 @ 10:26 PM EST

A6: creating character puppets out of paper lunch sacks to retell the story afterwards or to use during reading #ecechat

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:26 PM EST

The Three Billy Goats Gruff inspired this #STEAM challenge S's really got into building bridges for the Bee-bot troll 2 go under. #ecechat

MsPlummer18 Feb 28 @ 10:27 PM EST

Really love this idea where did you find it? or did you create it? #ecechat

In reply to @VealHeidi

techwnancy - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:28 PM EST

Thank you for joining #ECEchat tonight. Remember to follow the awesome #EarlyEd friends that you connected with tonight!

VealHeidi - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:28 PM EST

This @LawsonECS teacher created a Read Aloud experience her students will remember for a very long time! #sel #ecechat #mymisd #friendship

Kmegan_gapinski Feb 28 @ 10:28 PM EST

A6 retell props@ lit centers, bring in an 'expert', fiction & NF pairings #ECEchat

vickyfarias7716 Feb 28 @ 10:28 PM EST

A6 recently had a RA about tortillas and we made tortillas from scratch in class and then ate them at a pretend table setting. #ECEchat

JessicaCabeen - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:29 PM EST

Here is a list of #ECEchat Tweeps to follow and connect with throughout the week https://t.co/Yb7mee4UEP

ECEchat - Moderator Feb 28 @ 10:29 PM EST

Be on the lookout for the archive of tonight's chat. Thanks again for joining #ECEchat You all made it terrific!