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DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome to #G2Great friends. We are so happy you’re here tonight! @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/lTkpFTZcUI

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

Hello #G2Great so glad to be here with all of you tonight so happy to be co-moderating with @brennanamy & @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome #G2Great friends. On behalf of my amazing co-moderators Jenn & Amy WELCOME! Excited to talk shared reading

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

#G2Great is happening now join us to talk about Shared Reading https://t.co/FwP7MWkLdd

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome to #G2Great friends. We are so happy you’re here tonight! @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/lTkpFTZcUI

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

Hello. Jill DeRosa, 3rd Grade Teacher, LI, NY #g2great

weswelty Feb 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

Wes from PA. 3rd grade. Hello everyone! #g2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

So happy I'm home in time for #g2great with all my literacy buddies! Hurray! This is Christina, K-5 literacy coach, San Francisco Bay Area

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

#G2Great Seeds of Wisdom @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/1K5ss7ZQ73

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Welcome to #g2great , great to be here with you and my co-moderators @hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek that is great news for us all Christina #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hello all! Looking forward to #g2great's chat on shared rdg!!! I need another pick-me-up & think I will find it here. Chris from PA

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Mary here in a cozy little hotel room in Ontario California, eager to add some #G2Great warmth

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hello, JoAnne from WA. Happy to be here! #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

YAY #g2great Fran in SE Iowa . . . waiting for our new snow for the night!

palmeram Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Hello all! Looking forward to #G2Great's chat!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

@JillDerosa a teacher who teaches so good to have your voice here w/us talking about shared reading a practice we don't do enough #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Finally home in time to participate in a #G2Great chat! Carrie from Vancouver, Gr 2/3

KeithEGarvert Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Keith from Colorado! Glad to be here. #G2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

#g2great Faige retired kinder teacher from LA. Yesterday's walk https://t.co/2PrLnKYa9l

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Q1 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/4BsaFYSk5t

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

There’s something so energizing to see #G2Great faces my Twitter screen. Strength in 3s friends. We can hold tighter to practices together.

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

I was wondering if you were on the mainland. #g2great https://t.co/EOjzyxQng7

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Mary here in a cozy little hotel room in Ontario California, eager to add some #G2Great warmth

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

#G2Great Q1 https://t.co/mhzCkcPLXX

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

If we want to hold tight to the practices that matter, we have to speak up loud and clear. Our voices ALWAYS matter! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

@CarrieGelson so happy to connect with you here on #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1 Shared reading is the hand-holding stage as we begin to set Sts on a course for independence. It’s a launching phase. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

@palmeram me too Annie what grade do you teach? #g2great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

@CarrieGelson That's great news! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Beautiful Faige! #G2Great https://t.co/gUyEmQHfA9

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

#g2great Faige retired kinder teacher from LA. Yesterday's walk https://t.co/2PrLnKYa9l

MisterMinor Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

*gives @DrMaryHoward a high-5 for this one* So true. #g2great https://t.co/FHMGGzjB5T

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1 Shared reading builds community and reading communities support readers to grow! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo Hey you So glad you're here can't wait to talk about shared reading with you #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

If we want to hold tight to the practices that matter, we have to speak up loud and clear. Our voices ALWAYS matter! #G2Great

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

I am so excited to be home in time to join the chat! I'm a music teacher and graduate literacy student at LIU. #g2great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: Shared reading is critical to develop both the reading skills, the passion and the mindset for early reading success! #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: fluency is developed & Ss who have a hard time lrng to read will feel more comfort rdg aloud w/ others. #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1 Shared reading because it works. Show, don't tell. Invite them in to see it in action. #G2Great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1) Shared reading creates an instructional literacy experience w/ all eyes&minds on 1 text. It's a building block for ind. reading #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

If we want to hold tight to the practices that matter, we have to speak up loud & clear. Our voices matter! #G2Great https://t.co/piQMAg8jyH

MisterMinor Feb 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

*gives @DrMaryHoward a high-5 for this one* So true. #g2great https://t.co/FHMGGzjB5T

trevorabryan Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Trevor. Art teacher from NJ. stopping into so hi to my literacy buddies. Hope to catch a bit of the chat. #G2Great https://t.co/b63a5ouDol

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1 Our ultimate goal is to move Sts ever closer to independence. Shared reading sets them off on the right pathway. #G2Great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Shared reading makes creates makes the reading process visible, audible, and accessible for all. #g2great

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading builds a joyful experience around text. Children feel safe to take risks because we are in it together #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward yes this is the work we need to examine practice and share #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

#g2great A1 Shared reading supports learners when the trusting environment is established to be risk takers

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

YES! Shared reading is a key building block for student independent reading! #g2great https://t.co/7wIniB0KPJ

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1 Our ultimate goal is to move Sts ever closer to independence. Shared reading sets them off on the right pathway. #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Sts to experience reading texts beyond their independent level Excitement and confidence grow #G2Great

weswelty Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Ss to share strategies learned during GR in a safe environment where they feel affirmed and successful #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Yes Jenn and if we don’t speak up we can’t complain when what we value begins to dissipate #G2Great

dietrich4vtru Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Glad to be joining my first #g2great chat tonight! I'm Christina, from VA, English 8 & 9.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Joyful reading in a collaborative community with engaging support…How can we possibly deprive Sts of that? #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1-Shared Reading gives all Ss access to the text, meaning, connections... ALL Ss are successful. #G2Great

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q1 As much as we want students to develop their reading skills through discovery, modeling good practices is invaluable #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

@journeynorthED you said that so well shared reading let's us blend our voices it lives in the "with" of the to with & by practice #g2great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

Such a great start for our youngest learners! @Kari_Yates #g2great https://t.co/FY9JTpnuX4

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Shared reading makes creates makes the reading process visible, audible, and accessible for all. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

Absolutely Kim. We have to plant the seeds if we want it to grow! #G2Great https://t.co/IeRU06NI8e

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

Q1 As much as we want students to develop their reading skills through discovery, modeling good practices is invaluable #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek one text many voices #g2great @Kari_Yates

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

@dubioseducator Establishing that trusting environ is so impo for the young readers. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

Two words that walk in perfect harmony Melissa! #G2Great https://t.co/DlmdxwwHOZ

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward with Joy and excitement!

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

The word access is key here Agreed #G2Great https://t.co/ywMr2PQmvr

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1-Shared Reading gives all Ss access to the text, meaning, connections... ALL Ss are successful. #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

Home from class in time to participate in #g2great chat. For the next hour, Joining the shared reading conversation from Ohio.

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

.@hayhurst3 Yes! And I've always found that ppl need to see it and partake; don't "buy it" when told it works. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: Shared reading provides a place to practice with support and a means to access text #g2great

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1 As much as we want students to develop their reading skills through discovery, modeling good practice is invaluable #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

Q2 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/XPAyhfCJym

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo I love when they begin to hold their own shared reading w/ others during the free time. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

@KimClemensen Hey so glad you're able to join in on this conversation tonight. How are you? #g2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

This is huge- shared reading engages kids w/a great text beyond their reading level-well said @CarrieGelson #g2great https://t.co/Cv6zs4v1zW

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Sts to experience reading texts beyond their independent level Excitement and confidence grow #G2Great

2ndgradebadgers Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A1-shared reading allows us to model fluent reading as well as think alouds. It helps ss at all levels interact with a text #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

People support what they help create. Make stakeholders part of the process. #G2Great

KeithEGarvert Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A1 Shared reading builds community and sets the table for all to join (and enjoy) the feast. #G2Great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @Kari_Yates Yes! Great way to put it! #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

Me too! #G2Great https://t.co/ZVWBPN2V4t

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo I love when they begin to hold their own shared reading w/ others during the free time. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

Welcome Cathy. We’re so happy you’re here! #G2Great https://t.co/R7zPl0rjC8

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

Home from class in time to participate in #g2great chat. For the next hour, Joining the shared reading conversation from Ohio.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows reading to be an experience a social situation #g2great https://t.co/cUGgDvOEBm

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: Shared reading provides a place to practice with support and a means to access text #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

#G2Great Q2 https://t.co/mOIeEojIiE

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

A2 We choose books that will pull them in to the shared experience. We can’t expect a shared role unless it’s a worthy venture. #G2Great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

Nancie Atwell described it as bringing everyone around the dining room table. Loved that! #G2Great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

So many teaching opportunities during SR based on the needs of our kids #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

Such an important message this answer could be an entire chat #g2Great https://t.co/PrPe7RSuqW

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Sts to experience reading texts beyond their independent level Excitement and confidence grow #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

@KeithEGarvert beautiful #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

Happy heart! #G2Great https://t.co/DIwxvB4ptC

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

Nancie Atwell described it as bringing everyone around the dining room table. Loved that! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

A2 It is the gathering in close piece that is so powerful! #G2Great https://t.co/9HpZzmhhcV

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

Nancie Atwell described it as bringing everyone around the dining room table. Loved that! #G2Great

weswelty Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

A1 Shared reading gives Ss access to texts they may not be able to enjoy independently #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

@CarrieGelson @chrisp16 @joanneduncanjo So true and w/kinders choosing bks & read the pictures/retell story empowers them #G2Great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

@hayhurst3 I was thinking the same thing! Love this idea. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

@2ndgradebadgers it is the tow line that helps students to outgrow their current ability to the next phase of proficiency #g2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Quite a lovely a gift isn’t it Wes? #G2Great https://t.co/ak7tgMuGtL

weswelty Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

A1 Shared reading gives Ss access to texts they may not be able to enjoy independently #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Shared reading is a joyful dance between teacher support & Std engagement. Pure poetry in motion. #G2Great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Making sure it's not just the teacher's voice in the experience. Ss voices abound. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Beautifully said Jenn! #G2Great https://t.co/tmh6yCDaj1

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

@2ndgradebadgers it is the tow line that helps students to outgrow their current ability to the next phase of proficiency #g2Great

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 We need to choose text that children are interested in, that are meaningful and are engaging for the students in front of us #g2great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

Love this #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/YVOSDbZVGB

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Shared reading is a joyful dance between teacher support & Std engagement. Pure poetry in motion. #G2Great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

By choosing engaging texts - worthy of everyone's time - shared reading becomes an essential stepping stone to independence. #g2great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Involve Ss in choioice of books and topics in an "inviting reading space" #g2great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

Jumping in late to #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

Hi friends. Jessie from Katy stopping by for a bit. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 I love the sitting close and the looking back and forth between text and each other’s smiles and eyes Reading as communication #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek that's bc even though we are different coasts we are really colleagues that work together every day #g2great we think alike

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

If we want engagement we have to give them reason to celebrate the experience. The right book in a joyfully #G2Great https://t.co/yYivltgYaR

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 We need to choose text that children are interested in, that are meaningful and are engaging for the students in front of us #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

@franmcveigh yes what could be more motivating? Today we will read the book I suggested chills #g2great

Lau7210 Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2: The shared reading experience invites and validates all voices. Ss feel success when tackling a more complex text w comradery! #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

And we can see if they actually are lrng the strategies modeled/taught. Out of the mouths of babes. #g2great https://t.co/x53aaAQXZT

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

@CarrieGelson @chrisp16 @joanneduncanjo So true and w/kinders choosing bks & read the pictures/retell story empowers them #G2Great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2: LOVE shared reading! This is how I taught my kinders to read. Bring on Mrs. Wishy Washy! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 We pay attention to the signs, knowing when to step in & when to let Sts take over. Open the door & welcome them in. #G2Great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q@. Love using big books on the rug with students gathered close, reading in together #G2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Absolutely! You are my long distance colleague! Always thinking on the same lines and enhancing that thinking together! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

@Kari_Yates texts that demonstrate shared values and interests they define who we are as a community #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

#g2great A2 Shared reading builds trust in kids that they can make good choices

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2- Choose texts with beautiful illustrations, Ss gain deeper understanding and meaning from "reading" the pictures. #G2great

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward YES! Gradual release of responsibility model #G2Great A1

KeithEGarvert Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 Use new, engaging, and relevant titles. Have them choose what should be read in shared reading, too! #G2Great

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 choosing books together & teaching strategies of how to choose the right book teaches kids that reading is THEIRS #g2great

althiell Feb 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

I’m late, but there’s still time for #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

How well you know your students is reflected by the level of engagement around a piece of shared reading #g2great https://t.co/k4QCZPo6bP

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 We need to choose text that children are interested in, that are meaningful and are engaging for the students in front of us #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@cvarsalona Yes Carol…I do we do you do! #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

Pick texts that will ensure ALL can participate (repeated lines, etc.) so no one is left out. #g2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

Being able to "read" what our kiddos are doing/thinking/feeling in the moment is key.ThankYou @DrMaryHoward #g2great https://t.co/KO1B7zqaGn

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 We pay attention to the signs, knowing when to step in & when to let Sts take over. Open the door & welcome them in. #G2Great

althiell Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@LisaEickholdt Away went the cow. Away went the pig. Away went the duck. :) #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek we should go to the summer institute in NYC #tcrwp #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A1: Shared reading is valuable because it is the Ss invitation to be a part of the "reading club" #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@dylanteut Yay Dylan. So happy to see you! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Yes! Why I love poetry for this very reason #G2Great https://t.co/dGuB72pdSf

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

Pick texts that will ensure ALL can participate (repeated lines, etc.) so no one is left out. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q3 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/NYzNqtzs5a

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2: Shared reading is not just for our littles. Love shared reading with book clubs. #g2great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Yes - I do, we do, you do #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/wLVFIT4JSe

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Wonderful dinner with mom and Uncle. Happy to make it! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

How can you NOT smile with language like that Aaron? Happy words at any age! #G2Great https://t.co/g9xKX0fXvD

althiell Feb 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

@LisaEickholdt Away went the cow. Away went the pig. Away went the duck. :) #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

And the silly the better for kinders. Reading and they don't know it as hard work #g2great https://t.co/gnGCRruBeK

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2: LOVE shared reading! This is how I taught my kinders to read. Bring on Mrs. Wishy Washy! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

@LisaEickholdt I'm sure you built an amazing community around that book Lisa wish I were there to see that magic and I mean magic #g2great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q2. The love of SR is obvious during Independent reading time when kids want to read those books first! #G2great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

The Joyful Learning by Bobbi Fisher changed me as a young teacher. Advocated for a lot of shared reading based on Holdaway's work. #g2great

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Loved your thought on building community. Students need to share reading experiences. #G2Great a1

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

Yes Jessie. We abandon it far too soon! #G2Great https://t.co/WV533RlZYs

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2: Shared reading is not just for our littles. Love shared reading with book clubs. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 https://t.co/Pvx3uvr85H

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

If you notice a student not participating, make eye contact and smile. The usually joined right in! #g2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

@jessiebmiller tell me more! What does this look like? Honestly, I've never really considered this. So intrigued! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

A3 First of all we put careful thought into the book we choose. The text is the first step in connecting feelings & experiences. #G2Great

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great Hi friends, Carol, ELA Consultant from Long Island here for a short while.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek I would love that I have not applied so it's probably a long shot at this point. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3 We ensure the reading is done in a way that brings feelings & experiences to life! It begins with us! #G2Great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2: Select texts, in all genres, that beg to be read aloud. #g2great

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Exactly and for that we need to keep shared reading experiences for our young learners. #G2Great A1

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3 Shared books lead to connections: to other texts, to ourselves, to each other, and to world. #G2Great

KimClemensen Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

Ownership! Ur love becomes theirs. A class rapport where the teacher is treasured = sharing reading together. If you have it use it #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

I will never tire of this process. Thanks for posting Cyndi! #G2Great https://t.co/G3RCJ07fUd

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Yes - I do, we do, you do #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/wLVFIT4JSe

althiell Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2: We have to be willing to read that shared text again and again and again with the same enthusiasm as the very first reading. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@cvarsalona Hi Carol I'm so glad you're here! Welcome to #g2great

lesliefarooq Feb 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

@CyndiWms5 I love this model! #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 Sometimes I start w/ echo reading of a text or poem & we talk about the pacing, the tone, the emotion felt Then we read together #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

Pick texts that evoke laughter, conversation, wonder, and other emotions. #g2great

KeithEGarvert Feb 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 We can't make excuses about #notenoughtime. If you make it a priority, there is always time. Beliefs influence our practices. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:53 PM EST

@jessiebmiller yes to know how to lean into the supports and challenges of texts to read together #g2great

childbkauthor Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

#g2great Susan here, author of children's books and editor of educational materials in Toronto, Canada: listening in. Hello all!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

& if you’re not don’t blame kids. We reap what we sow & joyful reading is a gift we can give kids Lisa #G2Great https://t.co/XoE7PxeJRu

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward If you're enthusiastic, they will be too!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

The gradual release- working towards independence #g2great https://t.co/roI2P5TMyp

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Yes - I do, we do, you do #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/wLVFIT4JSe

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

@cvarsalona There is nothing like watching children finding texts and reading together #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3 Shared reading is lap reading w/o the lap. Bring kids up close & personal to welcome them to the experience. #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

A1 (catching up) ...and expands the texts students can reread later. #g2great https://t.co/SqgGOfUfKf

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Sts to experience reading texts beyond their independent level Excitement and confidence grow #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:54 PM EST

@CathyMere Exactly! With paired and individual practice #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

Usually used a big pointer with the texts. After 2 days, allowed a student to take hold of the pointer and lead us. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

And you can’t separate confidence & competence Carrie. I see that on your wonderful blog every day! #G2Great https://t.co/2WynMd9Jog

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Shared reading allows Sts to experience reading texts beyond their independent level Excitement and confidence grow #G2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

@CyndiWms5 thanks for posting #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

@LisaEickholdt I get that even through 140 characters #g2great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

Q3. Kids love and learn from repetition after many reading students love to act out the book! Lots of energy and excitement!#G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Video of Don Holdaway https://t.co/TKurAXhHD7 #G2Great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

Digging deeper into the text...making connections and understanding #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/mKnO0v6ftf

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

@ChristinaNosek thank goodness I was thinking end of January and I was thinking how did I miss it? #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

A3 An interview with Don Holdaway https://t.co/Bkj5f11oc8 #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

I always picked texts and got multiple copies. Students were usually eager to read the text on their own during independent reading #g2great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

A3-Create opportunities for Ss to share, discuss, reflect on their feelings..connections to the text. #G2Great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3: thru shared rdg so much can be modeled and shared w/ Ss. The rdg becomes an event, a party for rdg. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

@journeynorthED absolutely yes just look at the kids #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

Can't wait to see later #G2Great https://t.co/B9jWWA3Ion

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Video of Don Holdaway https://t.co/TKurAXhHD7 #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

We’re so lucky to have brilliant minds of the past to inform our present & future. Don Holdaway is one of those brilliant minds! #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3 Carefully selecting texts for shared reading that bring joy, build community, and draw students into meaningful conversations. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

Q4 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/rfJJAcNZcW

12btonya Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3 Allow time for a carefully planned think aloud that connects to a skill and is purpose driven #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

I really love this chart #g2great https://t.co/YO7sWmypKd

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

Digging deeper into the text...making connections and understanding #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/mKnO0v6ftf

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

Books lead to deep discussions and leave lasting impressions with great life lessons. #G2Great https://t.co/BhO5z0Zqso

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

I love the part about conversations Talking so important! #G2Great https://t.co/Un9CqR4e4G

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3 Carefully selecting texts for shared reading that bring joy, build community, and draw students into meaningful conversations. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

Great visual Cyndi! #g2Great https://t.co/GYOQc0BOhu

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 8:56 PM EST

Digging deeper into the text...making connections and understanding #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/mKnO0v6ftf

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

#G2Great Q4 https://t.co/GtvpHiD5L2

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

A3: Engage the whole body. Gestures and facial expressions can help Ss experience the text in new way #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

A4 Dramatic reading will captivate readers & HOOK a shared experience. Know the book & bring it to life in every way. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

@CathyMere Yes, bring on the joy! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

I think this answers Q 4 too! #G2Great https://t.co/auxGzDTdRu

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

A3: Engage the whole body. Gestures and facial expressions can help Ss experience the text in new way #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 8:59 PM EST

#g2great A3 Reading w/ feeling and emotions a lens for Sts to look into and reflect in their discussions. Shows your humanity as you read.

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

@journeynorthED One of my favorites. #g2great

Lau7210 Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

A3: Rosenblatt's transactional theory w text comes to mind. The reciprocal, mutually defining relationship between reader & text #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

Whoa, I’ve got to have that book for the title alone! #g2Great https://t.co/TyoZtM0mQc

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 8:58 PM EST

Books lead to deep discussions and leave lasting impressions with great life lessons. #G2Great https://t.co/BhO5z0Zqso

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

A3: Ritualize the event with the same text making appearances across the year, an old friend that stops by periodically. #g2great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

There are few things more joyful that shared reading of a favorite text in the kindergarten classroom. #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

Supplement text with opportunities for independent practice, retelling (often with props!), vocabulary. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4 Limit the time so you capture the energy! Lots of laughter, lots of joy, lots of success #G2Great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 That reading huddle. Gathering close and making it special time together. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo @CathyMere Joy is one thing you can have in large enough supply! #G2Great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

Absolutely! Shared reading should be one of the daily nonnegotiable of every kindergarten classroom. #g2great https://t.co/nALFpBXeIJ

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

There are few things more joyful that shared reading of a favorite text in the kindergarten classroom. #g2great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

#pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/I136PNKygK

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 And stand back and celebrate when it happens spontaneously between children! #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4: Choose texts that are FUN! Texts that Ss can help act out! Not passive listeners! #g2great

2ndgradebadgers Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4- Well thought out think alouds! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4 Shared reading warrants an enlarged text & gathering space where you can bring Sts close. Make it irresistible! #G2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

And the reread brings out more each time #G2Great https://t.co/15RXmvBcAg

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:00 PM EST

There are few things more joyful that shared reading of a favorite text in the kindergarten classroom. #g2great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

Sell it! Be enthusiastic. Use expression. Model inflection and pacing. #g2great

Lau7210 Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: The Ss should see the T thinking out loud & struggling through parts of the text. This opens the door for risk taking! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4 Poetry is a natural for shared reading. The rhythm of the text awakens joyful voices & fils the air w/musical whimsy. #G2Great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

@journeynorthED Like the term 'rdg huddle'. That's exactly what we do--huddle around the book/text. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

So many smart dedicated teachers here on #g2great grow your PLN expand your reach and learn from others.

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

@dubioseducator So true! Rereading as something full of fun and happy moments, not as dull #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

I fear that it is a practice that is being neglected, again, because of time. We need to MAKE time! #g2great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

With shared reading, as with read aloud, guided, or independent reading. . . the text matters! Choose a worthy text. #g2great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

Yes! Modeling is key! #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/Yc42qTyI4w

Lau7210 Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: The Ss should see the T thinking out loud & struggling through parts of the text. This opens the door for risk taking! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

Great image! #G2Great https://t.co/XfR4xSLQtd

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 That reading huddle. Gathering close and making it special time together. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Shared ready of poetry was something we did with 5th and 6th graders, 1 poem a week different focus each day #g2great

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4: A distinctive voice for each character. #g2great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

With each reread, the excitement builds. There is comfort in coming back to a favorite text to go deeper. #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4: Shared reading experiences should breath life into text and help the words to leap off the page #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

@journeynorthED love reading your tweets feeling inspired. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

I LOVE poetry!Poems for every reason - fun, silly, repetition, rhyme, emotional, pacing practice #G2Great https://t.co/e3CBVW5dby

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4 Poetry is a natural for shared reading. The rhythm of the text awakens joyful voices & fils the air w/musical whimsy. #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4 Choose books close to students' reading reach, revisit shared texts, have copies available for rereading. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST

We ALWAYS make tie for what matters for us (and for kids) Dylan. No excuses - just ACTION! #G2Great https://t.co/WfQf1R6sW9

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:03 PM EST

I fear that it is a practice that is being neglected, again, because of time. We need to MAKE time! #g2great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q4. Set aside a consistent time each day for SR, love the RUSO structure for SR each day do, celebrate the book on Friday #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q5 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/QlUbj0wPZR

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

#g2great A4 Kids see it, they hear it, they try it!

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4: Two words: highlighter tape. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

Me too Carrie. National poetry day isn’t even close to enough. EVERY day is poetry day! #g2Great https://t.co/jArt4aFCtz

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:04 PM EST
I LOVE poetry!Poems for every reason - fun, silly, repetition, rhyme, emotional, pacing practice #G2Great https://t.co/e3CBVW5dby
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:02 PM EST
  
  A4 Poetry is a natural for shared reading. The rhythm of the text awakens joyful voices & fils the air w/musical whimsy. #G2Great

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Poetry lends itself for reading with emotion and can spark rich conversation around text #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

#G2Great Q5 https://t.co/PyWMAwtdZh

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward poetry is to reading as sprinting is to running brief and high impact #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward We introduce at least 2 new poems a week into our poetry books and read together often! #G2Great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

A3: For young readers choose a text with the 3 R's in mind: rhyme, rhythm, repetition. Helps them learn to read. #g2great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

Important, Melissa! Schedule it! Make it a priority! @joyfulkinder #g2great https://t.co/kJM6QuGthr

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:05 PM EST

Q4. Set aside a consistent time each day for SR, love the RUSO structure for SR each day do, celebrate the book on Friday #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

@joyfulkinder you're loving the new reading UoS? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

And I’m willing to bet they LOVE and look forward to it as much as you do! #G2Great https://t.co/QYulpLklqp

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward We introduce at least 2 new poems a week into our poetry books and read together often! #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4- A special pointer always makes the shared reading fun with Big Books, Poetry Charts, Morning Message Ss love to use the pointer.#G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

Pause and let their be thinking, reflective time! #G2Great https://t.co/P03BKshAiz

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:06 PM EST

#G2Great Q5 https://t.co/PyWMAwtdZh

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

A5 Choose a book you love and know kids will love & then read it in that spirit. Joy breeds joy! #G2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

@CarrieGelson @DrMaryHoward And when they are inspired to write their own poems. #G2Great https://t.co/Yw2I06l3d2

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

A5: Key questioning skills & authentic feedback to foster an interactive exchange of thoughts related to the text #pcps_teach #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

Have fun yourself! If you're doing Hattie and the Fox, you better play those parts and voices well! Engagement almost guaranteed. #g2great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

A4 Thinking all of Mem Fox's tips for parents also work when considering shared reading texts: https://t.co/zFqWBaRTLr #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

Q5 After we share a poem together, we share favourite lines or phrases with each other aloud #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5: Ts must read enthusiastically, dramatically, and excitedly in order to share their LOVE of reading! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

sounds like a wonderful place to be #g2great https://t.co/Bda7b54ETs

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4- A special pointer always makes the shared reading fun with Big Books, Poetry Charts, Morning Message Ss love to use the pointer.#G2Great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Collectively our voices grow stronger! #G2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

.@hayhurst3 Thank you. #G2Great always inspires me, too.

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

@dubioseducator @DrMaryHoward Yes, we are poetry writing now! #G2Great

Lau7210 Feb 11 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5: The teacher must make every interaction with the text special and memorable. Be dramatic and own it! #G2Great

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST

A5: Find an entry point for each child. There’s a way for each to interact with the text at different levels of sophistication. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST

A5 Use your voice, your face, your body, your hands, your being. BE the book & take kids on that joyful journey. #G2Great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST

@CathyMere Great tips from someone who has some wonderful reads! #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

Also, put your HEART into it! @DrMaryHoward #g2great

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5 Teach with joy, like you are the luckiest person alive doing the most important work #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

.@brennanamy so nice to read this #g2great https://t.co/PprOQ7Y5Lb

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST

@hayhurst3 yes yes yes! Teachers are loving them especially how they compliment the writing units

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

I love that moment when you can hand the pointer off to a student and take a seat on the rug as they lead the reading. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

@joyfulkinder very exciting to hear. #g2great all good things for children everywhere. Love the sequence for read aloud too

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

Ahhhhhhh! #G2Great https://t.co/gaUaonmCm4

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

Also, put your HEART into it! @DrMaryHoward #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

And honour when they share their hearts back! #G2Great https://t.co/gQ0Q8m6PzY

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

Also, put your HEART into it! @DrMaryHoward #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5: I think of layering the experience. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5 Eye contact & joyful enthusiasm infuses magic into the reading. Let kids know you enjoy the experience & they will too! #G2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST

Yes give it your all & the6'll understand importance of being part of the journey. Adding their voice too #G2Great https://t.co/FUTdLgoC8H

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:09 PM EST

A5 Use your voice, your face, your body, your hands, your being. BE the book & take kids on that joyful journey. #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5 In shared reading , emergent/early readers love patterned text/repetitive lang. Characters reappearing across texts also a hit. #g2great

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5 just getting to join in 2nite! Learn reading preferences of Ss and include those in the "reading" exchange between T and child. #g2great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

It's all about the "experience" :) Loving to read together #pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/ai4U9iGBZi

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5 Eye contact & joyful enthusiasm infuses magic into the reading. Let kids know you enjoy the experience & they will too! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

@vrkimmel Welcome Val! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

And this also important for our ELL learners! #G2Great https://t.co/th0tts3r5q

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5 In shared reading , emergent/early readers love patterned text/repetitive lang. Characters reappearing across texts also a hit. #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: Share the story of how and why you selected the text. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

Q6 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/o1VrpXZSHN

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

It's called SHARED reading for many reasons. We are sharing our passion, our hearts, our thoughts, and growing together. #g2great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

That's an important way to intro book - help Ss with future book selection! #g2great @jessiebmiller https://t.co/bjqgrb398L

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: Share the story of how and why you selected the text. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

Oh I love that thought Dylan! #g2Great https://t.co/gfs39Pm4rH

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

It's called SHARED reading for many reasons. We are sharing our passion, our hearts, our thoughts, and growing together. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

YES!!! #G2Great https://t.co/0mMz1IMa38

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

It's called SHARED reading for many reasons. We are sharing our passion, our hearts, our thoughts, and growing together. #g2great

2ndgradebadgers Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

A5- share our love for reading and our intentions for each shared read! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

#G2Great Q6 https://t.co/McArvWlaIO

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

@chrisp16 So true! I've never had a book by Mem Fox let me down. She's amazing! #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

@dylanteut @DrMaryHoward Agree. Don't select a text you can invest in. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

@vrkimmel yes Valinda you're so right think about the language being used be intentional like Peter Johnston teaches us #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

A5 Invite Ss to be the hosts of shared reading time. #G2Great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

Q5. Actively participating, students become the characters, turn and talk, what is Mrs. Wishy Washy thinking, what would she say? #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

Right because if you can’t invest in it, they surely won’t! #G2Great https://t.co/LVH0pWv7aK

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

@dylanteut @DrMaryHoward Agree. Don't select a text you can invest in. #g2great

ChristinaNosek Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

Have to run early. Thanks for a great 45 minutes #g2great friends!

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

@CathyMere One of my favs. Can't understand why her books are not in more bookstores. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

A6 Big books, wall charts, morning message, poetry, chants, songs, dictated stories - anything Sts can see & engage in #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

Not too late to join in the discussion #g2great https://t.co/ebMMuoJaCy

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:14 PM EST

#G2Great Q6 https://t.co/McArvWlaIO

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

Yes!! #G2Great https://t.co/VAV4un7SWQ

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:13 PM EST

It's called SHARED reading for many reasons. We are sharing our passion, our hearts, our thoughts, and growing together. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

@chrisp16 @CathyMere I LOVE Mem Fox!!! #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

Some of my favorite shared reading texts (1st gr.)... Silly Sally, Hattie and the Fox, Good Night Owl (Pat Hutchins), #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

@jessiebmiller @dylanteut @DrMaryHoward there are so many great books read books you love & that kids love #g2great

jessiebmiller Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

Time to tuck two boys into bed. Great chat...as always with this fabulous group! #g2great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6: Joy Cowley books are always a hit! Oldies, but goodies! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

Oh be still my heart. Koala Lou. Wilfrid Gordon. Heart friends! #g2Great https://t.co/MbT0QzHBGm

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

@chrisp16 @CathyMere I LOVE Mem Fox!!! #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6: Poetry, repeated patterns, circle books (If you give a mouse a cookie..) Books by last year's K students! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6 Repetitive Books, Eric Carle, Bill Martin Junior, familiar Fairy Tales, The House that Jack Built #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q6 I am going to rave about some favourite poets - Mary Ann Hoberman and Dennis Lee! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

@jessiebmiller Enjoy Jessie, thanks for joining in with us tonight #g2great

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

A5 Ss love books that let them deal w/tough issues in the safety of its pages. Bullying, loss, loneliness, etc. easier to deal with #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

@CarrieGelson @chrisp16 @CathyMere Mem Fox books are deep and meaningful so rich #g2great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

Q 5. Entice readers by Reading funny books, favorite characters, Love books created by the class #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:16 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward I read and reread these Fox titles to my own children over and over #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

@jessiebmiller maybe do some shared reading? :) #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

An out of print favorite text was Jillian Jiggs. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 I find that kids still love Strega Nona Books & the rhythmic poems interwoven into the text. #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

I have multiple copies of many Jillian Jiggs titles! LOVE #G2Great https://t.co/3csHsDNKP4

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

An out of print favorite text was Jillian Jiggs. #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

Also love Jump Frog Jump and Jamberry #g2Great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

#g2great A6 The skies the limit! Our role is to bring it to the kids. Books you love, they will to.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 Reader’s theater is a great way to bring a beautiful book to life in the second act. Repeated reading joy! #G2Great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

Texts with repetitive, rich language. Texts that create a sense of anticipation. #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 Read alongs. This book also opens up brainstorm of Ss ideas for how to do shared rdg #G2Great https://t.co/jQvdiXrrIX

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 @mowilliams Gerald and Piggy books entertain and delight. Text simple enough give access to all readers. #G2Great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

Can still hear the kids, @DrMaryHoward , "JILLIAN, JILLIAN, JILLIAN JIGGS. IT LOOKS LIKE YOUR ROOM HAS BEEN LIVED IN BY PIGS!" #g2great

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 Big book classics: Meanies, Mrs. Wishy Washy, Dan the Flying Man, In a Dark Dark Wood. Personal fave: Do Not Open This Book! #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:18 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward love all of these for shared reading! #G2great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: The classic fairy tales as big books are always a hit. #g2great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6 Joy Cowley still has students begging for rereads. Who can beat The Meanies, Mrs. Wishy-Washy or the Hungry Giant? #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo ENDLESS sources JoAnne! ENDLESS! #G2Great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Tomie DePaola's work is wonderful! I love sharing those books! #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

Another way for them to be involved and take center stage. #G2Great https://t.co/sf7lKC2W1Z

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 Reader’s theater is a great way to bring a beautiful book to life in the second act. Repeated reading joy! #G2Great

2ndgradebadgers Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6 - Books with repetition! Books where each page leaves us wanting more or leaves us hanging! #G2Great

CyndiWms5 Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

#pcps_teach #g2great https://t.co/0UcgkI8HHv

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

@althiell Do Not Open This Book gets them every time! #g2great

rizzapiccio Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

Hi rizza from Philippines..im late but reading thru all the great ideas i can use for our read aloud next week #G2Great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

The old Wright Group books #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

We can create a shared reading book list if you want to: https://t.co/gMMh2JIVW4 #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

I always loved "The Doorbell Rang". Great story and cookies can be enjoyed afterwards. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

@rizzapiccio So happy you’re here Rizza. What an incredible hour to have you at #G2Great. We meet EVERY Thursday 8:30 EST

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:20 PM EST

Read it Again! by Brenda Parkes was formative professional read for me. A lot of shared reading tumblers clicked into place there. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

Q7 just ahead #G2Great https://t.co/JEqV8E077M

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

My book heart is feeling very happy right now. New an old titles we can ALL love! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

@rizzapiccio Hi Rizza! Glad you can join us, after the chat it will be archived on @storify at #g2great

jdsniadecki Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

So sorry to miss out on the #g2great chat tonight! What a day! #g2great

jdsniadecki Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

So sorry to miss out on the #g2great chat tonight! What a day! #g2great

12btonya Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6 Nursery rhymes and any repeated patterns would spark a child's interest 👍🏾👍🏾 #G2Great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6: Brenda Parkes books are great too! #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

@LisaEickholdt They do have some classics! #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

@jdsniadecki Missed you Jennifer! #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:21 PM EST

Love fairy tales. The repetitive stanzas great Goldilocks Little Red Riding Hood 3 Little Pigs #G2Great https://t.co/ysw8axzq8n

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: The classic fairy tales as big books are always a hit. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

#G2Great Q7 https://t.co/UsXvkQRl32

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Listening in now. #g2great

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

A6 Love, love Alexandra Day books about Carl the dog. Wordless, but such great texts for kids to infer. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@rizzapiccio Welcome to #g2great Rizza so happy you're joining us

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward what I really love is that we don't need programs! #G2Great

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@CathyMere [scared voice] …the terrible, horrible thing.. You’re right - every single time. #G2Great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

A6 Tech (Elmo) allows shared reading of Mo Willems, Bob Shea, Todd Parr, Eric Carle &others who write books w characteristics 4 SR. #g2great

chrisp16 Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@CathyMere Is she the author of the one about the yellow car, Mr. Lump & Mrs, Lump? #g2great

dylanteut Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

Too many companies have stopped producing big books. We need MORE big books, and we need them to be affordable! #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

I Wish You More....joyful shared reading experiences. #G2Great https://t.co/Xpumb6uA7p

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

Okay now my heart is really happy. Beautiful joyful books ARE the program JoAnne! #G2Great https://t.co/xs6sX4pJ0h

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward what I really love is that we don't need programs! #G2Great

12btonya Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

Comic books, graphic novels, and all the Who Would Win series by @Scholastic #G2Great

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Love that idea! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

Joy, joy, joy! Shared reading is like singing together - fills the room Embrace it! #G2Great https://t.co/Reqr32dbXJ

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:22 PM EST

#G2Great Q7 https://t.co/UsXvkQRl32

JillDerosa Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 Make sure we have rich conversations around it rooted in comprehension #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 Make it a daily priority. Find time in EVERY day to set Sts down a path to independence in a joyful endeavor. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward The goal always is agency and independence #g2great

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7. Just do it. Every day. With inviting texts. #g2great

journeynorthED Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST

Thinking about NF read alouds and connections, too. All genres in shared reading. #G2Great https://t.co/V60WZXQZ79

hayhurst3 - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

@vrkimmel so important to include Wordless books very smart #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

DEFINITELY Amy! #G2Great https://t.co/wWosc8T3q7

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward The goal always is agency and independence #g2great

LisaEickholdt Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

A6: Any book with rhyme, rhythm and/or repetition brings predictability and supports emerging readers as they learn to read. #g2great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

The daily importance can’t be stressed enough #G2Great https://t.co/74CLrHugvc

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 Make it a daily priority. Find time in EVERY day to set Sts down a path to independence in a joyful endeavor. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7 Find a gathering spot for shared reading so that you can pull kids INTO the reading experience. #G2Great

althiell Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7: Don’t rush to or privilege other instructional formats. Shared reading always has a place. #G2Great

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7: Schedule Shared Reading daily. Choose books w/ intention of "handing off" to Ss. "Joey, you will love this book!" #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

Well said Kari! #g2great https://t.co/lB93sOzfjc

Kari_Yates Feb 11 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7. Just do it. Every day. With inviting texts. #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

#g2great A7 Somehow got lost in the hubbub of covering curriculum. If you value it make time 4it. Another source to give our kids a leg up

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

You’re speaking my language Sis! #G2Great https://t.co/qMoZtrQrDt

franmcveigh Feb 11 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7: Schedule Shared Reading daily. Choose books w/ intention of "handing off" to Ss. "Joey, you will love this book!" #g2great

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

@journeynorthED Great book #G2Great

rizzapiccio Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 were trying to revive reading activities in my school and shared reading wud be a great start #G2Great

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

Q7. wished all Teachers would embrace shared reading every day! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST

I do too Melissa but we can advertise, advertise, advertise! #G2Great https://t.co/yQOqhNAzzU

joyfulkinder Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

Q7. wished all Teachers would embrace shared reading every day! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST

A7 Vary grouping opportunities based on student need. Shared reading isn’t always a whole class experience. Be flexible! #G2Great

12btonya Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST

A7 You must plan your shared reading lesson in advance...no on the cuff teaching #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:27 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Great point! #g2great

CathyMere Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

A7 My favorite days were the ones we ended with shared reading. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

#G2Great Seeds of Wisdom @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/jWvZQwwlzu

cvarsalona Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward YES! #g2great

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

So many terrific resources. Thank you @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @brennanamy and #g2great PLN

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

We need strong advocates in school Rizza. Read-aloud, play and shared reading and worth our efforts! #G2Great https://t.co/cdDtFXYJFR

rizzapiccio Feb 11 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 were trying to revive reading activities in my school and shared reading wud be a great start #G2Great

CarrieGelson Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

I so enjoyed this chat Thank you! #G2Great https://t.co/yw4RQreCJl

dubioseducator Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

So many terrific resources. Thank you @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @brennanamy and #g2great PLN

joanneduncanjo Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST

A7- Make shared reading a DAILY priority. Shared Reading. Everyday. Helps. Grow Readers! #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST

Next week we plan to hold tight to Conferring. We hope you’ll join us #G2Great friends! @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/MZZVKDs1US

brennanamy - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST

Words of wisdom, love to live by Dr. Seussisms @dannido16 #g2great https://t.co/i59wedcYXm

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Feb 11 @ 9:28 PM EST

#G2Great Seeds of Wisdom @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/jWvZQwwlzu

vrkimmel Feb 11 @ 9:29 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Most Thursday nights I can't join in so this is a huge treat!! #g2great