#5thchat Archive

#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!
Tuesday January 10, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Thank you for joining us for #5thchat tonight! Our topic is "Igniting a Passion for Reading!" I am looking forward to learning with you!!
  • participatechat Jan 10 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #5thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/bsl55664vz
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Please introduce yourself and share the last book you read. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:02 PM EST
    My name is Angie. I am an elementary media specialist from NC. My last book was Booked by Kwame Alexander. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:03 PM EST
    We will follow the Q1 and A1 format. Please make sure to use #5thchat in all tweets.
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Liz, Principal in WI. Great topic tonight! The book I'm currently reading is Teaching Like a Pirate. Love it. #tlap #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:04 PM EST
    I just started reading that book also. #5thchat.
    In reply to @ERTOlson
  • RobinKRyan Jan 10 @ 8:04 PM EST
    I'm Robin from GA. 5th grade ELA teacher. I just read two books over the weekend. Orphan Train and Pax. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Q1 Steven Layne author of"Igniting a Passion for Reading"shares this graphic of a complete reader. Why are all parts necessary? #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Corrina - I teach 5th grade and host the @Books_Between podcast so I'm excited about this topic! The last book I read: #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    So far, so good. I'm enjoying it. #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi all! Maria, 5th grade teacher from NJ, last book was Order of the Phoenix from Harry Potter series 😊 #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Pax is on my list to read. #5thchat
    In reply to @RobinKRyan
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Loved that book! 😍#5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:02 PM EST
      My name is Angie. I am an elementary media specialist from NC. My last book was Booked by Kwame Alexander. #5thchat
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Joe Gonzalez 5th Grade Tcr WV, currently reading @gcouros innovators mindset #5thchat
    In reply to @gcouros
  • RobinKRyan Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    I read that this summer. Gr8 read!! #5thchat
    In reply to @ERTOlson
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Meagan 4th grade teacher from Clayton NC, and I just finished reading nine, ten with my students. #5thchat
  • RobinKRyan Jan 10 @ 8:06 PM EST
    it was a very quick read. #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1 Students can have skills but if they don't have the passion and motivation to read then they will not become lifelong readers. #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Ooo - awesome book! πŸ‘πŸΌ#5thchat
    • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Hi all! Maria, 5th grade teacher from NJ, last book was Order of the Phoenix from Harry Potter series 😊 #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Welcome to the chat. #5thchat
    In reply to @joegonzalez88, @gcouros
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
    That's next on my list! #5thchat
    In reply to @joegonzalez88, @gcouros
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1: Hi, I'm from NJ. I'm in the middle of Settle for More and Kids Deserve It right now. #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Misty, 6th ELA in Georgia - We finished reading Hatchet as a class. #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA Hi #5thchat PLN chat
  • gcouros Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hope you are enjoying it Joe :) #5thchat
    In reply to @joegonzalez88
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Q1 Steven Layne author of"Igniting a Passion for Reading"shares this graphic of a complete reader. Why are all parts necessary? #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: Ss can have fluency and comprehension but without motivation and interest, they'll never become a lifelong reader. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Welcome #5thchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    its great so far, has helped me question a lot of what I do! So glad i'm reading it #5thchat
    In reply to @ERTOlson, @gcouros
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Sorry I'm late. Brenda from NJ! Just remembered #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Meagan, 4th grade teacher from Clayton NC. I just read nine, ten to my students. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Welcome #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit
  • joe_eyres Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Joe her from treading water CA (SF Bay Area) reading #caponedoeshomework #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: Ss need the skills to read & develop a level of deep comprehension. Ss need the motivation to build stamina & passion. #5thchat
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Tiffanny Lindsey 5th ELAR in Wichita Falls, TX #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: The skills to read matter little without the passion to put those skills in practice and then share what you've read. #5thchat
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: All of these components are necessary for reading. W out fluency, no comprehension. Motivation and engagement are a must too. #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1- I have students in my class that are great readers but choose not to read bc of lack of interest. Ss need to be interested #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Sorry I'm late! Lorie from Chicago! #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Exactly. We must address the areas on the right to get students to become avid readers. #5thchat
    In reply to @corrinaaallen
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Last book I read - Truly Madly Guilty. Last book I read w/my class, PAX. Reading Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles right now. #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    That is what I love, building life long readers. Love when Ss want to share with me what they are reading. #5thchat
    In reply to @corrinaaallen
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Loved NINE, TEN! Powerful read - how did your students like it @meaganhparrish ? @noraraleighB #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish, @noraraleighB
    • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:08 PM EST
      Meagan, 4th grade teacher from Clayton NC. I just read nine, ten to my students. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Welcome. #5thchat
    In reply to @barberchicago
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
    YES! And interest in reading anything...book, graphic novel, magazine, cereal box. #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
    That is why letting kids choose their books is so important! #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • RebeccaCoda Jan 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Blooms taxonomy actually begins with Maslows hierarchy of needs. Without needs being met learning doesnr happen. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Q2: When working with illiterate students we teach reading skills, how can we reach our aliterate students? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Yes, this is one of the biggest concerns of mine as a media specialist. #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    I think the "sharing" part is key when you're trying to spark kids into building a reading life that lasts beyond the class. #5thchat
    • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:09 PM EST
      A1: The skills to read matter little without the passion to put those skills in practice and then share what you've read. #5thchat
  • RebeccaCoda Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Relationships before rigor. #5thchat
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Ss need all skills when it comes to reading. Owners manual, instructions, fiction books Ss require all reading skill levels #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    I see that all the time! We're destroying their love for rdg by pushing books at them. I am all for choice in text.#5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Interest & motivation can completely change the take away for any Ss. If they buy into the πŸ“–, you can amp up any lesson #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Q1 Steven Layne author of"Igniting a Passion for Reading"shares this graphic of a complete reader. Why are all parts necessary? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Finding out students interests and helping them discover those interests through books. #5thchat
    In reply to @RebeccaCoda
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Ss need all of the skills..and need to feel successful with those skills in order for the other parts to kick in #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1. The protocol laid out is an excellent path to literacy. However, Alvin Toffler rightly stated in 1972 #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Graphic novels are HUGE is my class now.... AMULET, NATHAN HALE, and anything @goraina #5thchat
    In reply to @goraina
    • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:11 PM EST
      YES! And interest in reading anything...book, graphic novel, magazine, cereal box. #5thchat
      In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A2: Picture books like Journey or Quest are great for having Ss that struggle to read create their own story. #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Phil, 5th grade from NJ, joining in late tonight. The last book I read was "A Monster Calls" #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
    It upsets me when teachers claim that are not books. Ss love them...and so do I. #5thchat
    In reply to @corrinaaallen, @goraina
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
    So true we have to hook them and let them see the adventures that books can take them on. #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A2: Get to know them! Relationship is powerful. Then share lots of recs & book stacks. Your enthusiasm is contagious! #5thchat
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  • massignmenthelp Jan 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Start a blog in college https://t.co/SW64eeDA9h #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Choice in book & choice in medium. Start small, build in supports & peer conversations about rdng, find what interests them. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
    This is true, they will not be motivated if they don't feel successful at it. #5thchat
    • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:13 PM EST
      A1: Ss need all of the skills..and need to feel successful with those skills in order for the other parts to kick in #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
    I just recently wrote a blog about how choice changed my ELA classroom! https://t.co/IxFu8LVrv3 #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Love!! #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Key is finding texts that are related to their interests and giving choice. Kids will read if they are interested in the text! #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: I have tried lots of choice and audio books. Some Ss really love them. #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Absolutely! I think most teachers are coming around to Graphic Novels. There is SO much depth once you read them. #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2. I believe Ss who understand text structures used by authors comprehension and writing will greatly improve #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Agree!! #graphicnovels are the first lit my kids gravitate to at the beginning of the year. #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit, @corrinaaallen, @goraina
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 (cont): Graphic Novels and "toilet humor" books have also proved popular. #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2 are we providing these students with a variety of texts to read, do we need to shift r ideas of what "texts" are to be read? #5thchat
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: choice is HUGE in my class...Ss need to be interested and motivated in what they are reading #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Absolutely! If WE are excited about reading and discovering new authors, THEY will be too! πŸ‘πŸΌ #5thchat
    In reply to @barberchicago
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2 Choice, interest surveys, help them see that we care about what they want to read. #5thchat
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 comic books, magazines, newspapers, blogs, create learning profile cards for each Ss to find their passion and start reading! #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2- Give Ss choice with a little help along the way. Give them options but guide them with choices you know will interest them #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Q3 Donalyn Miller talks about reading being a social event. What opportunities do your Ss get to share what they are reading? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    I think this is an important statement. We must not overlook everyday reads - sports statistics in magazines, game instructions.#5thchat
    • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:17 PM EST
      A2 are we providing these students with a variety of texts to read, do we need to shift r ideas of what "texts" are to be read? #5thchat
  • JuliePJones Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    This education startup is teaching kids how to spot fake news #elachat #5thchat #4thchat #conversechat https://t.co/Gzp5XLpcQn
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Go the xtra mile. Read WITH them. Show them books you picked w/ them in mind. Build πŸ’ͺ🏼relationship #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:12 PM EST
      Q2: When working with illiterate students we teach reading skills, how can we reach our aliterate students? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    We must help them see themselves as readers - no matter what texts they are reading it is reading. #5thchat
    In reply to @FloradTeach
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Amen, 100% agree! #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A3: Ss get to share out book recommendations during morning meeting. Book talks are frequent. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
    YES!! #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Highly recommend @donalynbooks The Book Whisperer for those looking to build student interest in reading #5thchat #lifechanging
    In reply to @donalynbooks
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Yes! #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Definitely! I try to read with my Ss during reading time. I want to show them I value reading. #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A3 We started a #LCESREADS wall where students talk selfies with books and write a short advertisement for the book. They love it. #5thchat
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Q3 - Book clubs, and we create book & share w/ others via QR codes, make recommendations inside r books for others to see #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A3: Book talks, book recommendations, share out's after lit discussion groups, student blogs. #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
    I second that notion; one of the best books I read last year! #5thchat
    In reply to @MissNikkiIn5th, @donalynbooks
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I am trying to get them on the announcements to share a book with the school. I like this idea. #5thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Discussions, book chats, daily status of the class, book clubs are all ways to help Ss share their books in class. #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3 SO important for Ss to talk about what they are reading. Book reviews and recommendations, book talks, socratic seminars. #5thchat
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: we have reading partners and book clubs but I need to let my Ss share more about what they want not the skill I'm showing #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I completely agree, a great book that should be read #5thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo, @MissNikkiIn5th, @donalynbooks
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Q3 - Book clubs, and we create book talks & share w/ others via QR codes, make recommendations inside r books for others to see #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Ironically, your idea was brought up today.; We want to try doing a book recommendation on our announcements too. #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3 need to work on this one more, but I've found success with @Seesaw doing book talks #5thchat
    In reply to @Seesaw
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Sorry I'm late. Tracy 4th from NC. #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: Ss are trying book talks this year. We rec books via a blog. Lots are shopping for books to buddy read - independent of me! #5thchat
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    LOVE this...selfie wall with books! #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:21 PM EST
      A3 We started a #LCESREADS wall where students talk selfies with books and write a short advertisement for the book. They love it. #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Where do you place the QR codes? This sounds pretty awesome. #5thchat
    In reply to @iteach5m
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I love the socratic seminars. I haven't had a chance to do one this year but they are fun. #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    LOVE the idea of students sharing book recommendations on morning announcements!!!!! #5thchat @CorbySwan @lefurgemusicbts What do you think?
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:22 PM EST
      I am trying to get them on the announcements to share a book with the school. I like this idea. #5thchat
      In reply to @pjcerullo
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Welcome to the chat. #5thchat
    In reply to @mitchell_tramit
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:24 PM EST
    We put posters around the school and add the QR codes so the rest of the school can listen to our book talks. #5thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: Share responses to choice rdg on @Seesaw , quick booktalks, working now on video book trailers. #5thchat
    In reply to @Seesaw
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
    I am going to talk to my principal about it tomorrow. #5thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3- book clubs, book recommendation wall #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Brian, Principal in West Chester, PA. Love the chat tonight. #5thchat
  • JuliePJones Jan 10 @ 8:25 PM EST
    How media literacy is critical to saving our democracy #sschat #elachat #5thchat #4thchat #conversechat https://t.co/EEErNMgrW5
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Q4: Both Layne and Miller talk about being a good "Reading Role Model" for our Ss. How can we do this? #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3. Providing Ss Voice and Choice & improves Ss engagment and acceptnce of rigor. My Ss want relevance. #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    I like the rec wall. Works well with kids and interesting to peruse. Our Ss have a review section in their school newspaper. #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Love this! Just tweeted it to my P! #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828, @pjcerullo
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Love that! #5thchat
    In reply to @iteach5m, @pjcerullo
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: Sign posted in my class that says what I am currently reading and to ask me about it. Sparks conversation. #5thchat
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A1 if you can tap into interest and motivate there is a door open to work with the gaps in skills. #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    That is so cool! You have given me a new project to work on; thank you! #5thchat
    In reply to @iteach5m
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4: Sign posted in my class that says what I am currently reading and to ask me about it. Sparks conversation. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    I love this idea!! #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4: Be enthusiastic, read what you love and share it with Ss. #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    She just tweeted that she wants to chat about this idea! This is why I love my PLN!! #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828, @pjcerullo
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: Book Club has been a HIT! We meet @ lunch to talk 1x a week. Ss ❀it! Involve authors on Twitter! When authors πŸ‘πŸ»a tweet Ss😍#5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:19 PM EST
      Q3 Donalyn Miller talks about reading being a social event. What opportunities do your Ss get to share what they are reading? #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A4: Modeling your thinking during read alouds, sharing your book recommendations, talking about your reading experiences. #5thchat
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 share with them the last book you read or read one of their books for fun #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
    That is awesome. Sharing the love of reading is my passion. #5thchat
    In reply to @barberchicago, @pjcerullo
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4: Put up a sign showing what you are reading. Change it out as time goes on. #5thchat
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4: share my love for reading by incorporating books I have read into my lessons as well as recommending books to my Ss #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Show the kids your passion for reading! Passion ignites engagement and connection. #5thchat
    In reply to @brianfahey61
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Yes!! @StevenLayne talks about the importance of making sure Ts are reading books on their Ss level and sharing them. #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit, @StevenLayne
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4. My Ss wear badges "Ask Me What I'm Reading" sparks alot of converation and shows relevancy to reading #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:29 PM EST
    It's been a while since I've been here, but nothing I'm more passionate about then creating a culture of literacy! #5thchat
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A2 these students need a challenge, maybe something outside comfort zone. A safe risk at first, then more. #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4 Show them what you're reading, how you take notes or annotate, tell them if you're involved in a book chat, #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
    I am planning on making signs for each classroom that says "Mrs. Mitchell's class is reading __" Ask us about it. #5thchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: I love my β€œMrs. Barber is reading…” sign on my door. Kids want to read what I’ve read. I blog book recs w/ kids to model WabtR. #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
      Q4: Both Layne and Miller talk about being a good "Reading Role Model" for our Ss. How can we do this? #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4- Read aloud -- we have read Wonder, Pax, and nine, ten. High interest books that show Ss reading is fun #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Yep! When we have reading time I get my book out too & read. Model behavior #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828, @StevenLayne
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A4 tell them what you learned or ideas you got and how u r using this info to help with your lessons #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:31 PM EST
    I also like to talk about the books that I loved as a kid and my experience with them. Ss love to hear about it. #5thchat
    In reply to @ERTOlson
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
    So true. I had four authors welcome my Ss back to school on a Padlet. They loved it. #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: my email sig has 3 sections: book I’m reading, book I finished, next on the list so Ps can see my book love #5thchat
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: Read in front of them, annotate in your πŸ“–, discuss books you didn't πŸ‘πŸ» & why. Make reading feel relaxed & natural #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:26 PM EST
      Q4: Both Layne and Miller talk about being a good "Reading Role Model" for our Ss. How can we do this? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Yes. Reading aloud is one of the most important things teachers can do to help excite students about reading. #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Q5 Some have discussed the importance of making reading the reward instead of rewarding reading. What do you think about this? #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Love read alouds. Provides an opportunity for eyes on rich texts and gives Ts an opportunity to model thinking! #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    That's a great idea. Love it! #5thchat
    In reply to @barberchicago
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    I'm not exactly sure of the question but...it's necessary to share your reading struggles/gaps with Ss #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Teaching my Ss how to identify text strut author used Ss generate questions on 3x5 on side1 answer on side 2 #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Great to discuss books you didn't like. Ss are fascinated that a T doesn't like all books. #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: I just scheduled three authors to Skype w us next week! Great way to amp up the excitement about reading! #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Read aloud is my favorite. Since I don't have my own class, I read to 3 classes a week. So good! #5thchat
    In reply to @ERTOlson, @meaganhparrish
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A5: I am definitely a proponent of reading as the reward. Great article: https://t.co/vwbxr7Tu3W #5thchat
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: Read aloud is my favorite time of day! My students too! #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5 Need to ensure "reading" is not always attached to an assignment, activity, follow up, can read just to read, don't we do that? #5thchat
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    This is a GENIUS idea!! Talk about putting reading at the forefront! #5thchat
    In reply to @barberchicago
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5- I think that's a great idea. We have to show Ss that reading is rewarding. Never use reading as a punishment #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5 Reading is its own reward!! We shouldn't be rewarding kids with prizes for reading...ever!! #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    So true, it helps them see that it is okay for them to put down a book. #5thchat
    In reply to @Stanton_Lit, @TiffannyLindsey
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5: The more I see my Ss develop a love of reading, the more I believe this. My Ss CLAMOR for time to just read. #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Q5 Some have discussed the importance of making reading the reward instead of rewarding reading. What do you think about this? #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5:What do we mean by "making reading the reward?" #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5: Of course we want reading to be the reward, but Ss are different. For some, you may have to start on the other end & fade it. #5thchat
  • corrinaaallen Jan 10 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5: Definitely disagree with using "trinkets" or other ways to bribe kids into reading. Will backfire and reduce motivation. #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Q5 Some have discussed the importance of making reading the reward instead of rewarding reading. What do you think about this? #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #5thchat Excellent. We use MysterySkype to study geography.
    In reply to @MissNikkiIn5th
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5: Reading is the reward in the end. I don't mind fun ways to celebrate achievements that incorporate reading though. #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5 Next week we r starting "Camp Out with a Good Book" mornings in the media center. Each grade gets a day & they send Ss to read. #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Isn't that great! Love it. #5thchat
    In reply to @TiffannyLindsey
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5 I have never had to provide rewards for reading. Know your kids, read the books, & work to help Ss find what they will love #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Love #MysterySkype! #5thchat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @MissNikkiIn5th
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Some we need to get them hooked by the rewards, then find that genre or book series that will make them say "What reward" #5thchat
    In reply to @ERTOlson
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: would love for reading to always be the reward but it takes more than that for some Ss...modeling is key to get to this point #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:38 PM EST
    You got it!! Know your students...then you'll know how to fade the "trinket." #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5: My students love to be able to "read around the room", sometimes that is motivation enough for some of them! #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5 The best "reward" is one-on-one attention from T while conferring or the chance to be the 1st rdr of a new book. #5thchat
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4 students of all ages seem to enjoy picture books. Unmotivated readers like the fact that they are shorter.#5thchat
  • brianfahey61 Jan 10 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5:Making sure they are reading something that interests them, that is at their level, negates the need for trinkets and rewards. #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:39 PM EST
    #5thchat. I agree. Extrinsic movation works for simple tasks but bombs with complex critical thinking
    In reply to @corrinaaallen
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Q6 How can we help all stakeholders, including parents, get involved in the reading process at our schools? #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5 I think Reading should be it's own reward, we just need to find the right fit for the student, although this may be hard at 1st #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A6: Invite them in to read with Ss, hold literacy nights, hold parent university nights to "teach" them how to read to their Ss. #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    #5thchat Exactly. When the bus driver, cafereria staff asks, What are you reading? Conv out of 4 walls :)
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6: have parents come into the classroom as mystery readers #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Also need to show all Ss that picture books are ageless, young and old love them! #5thchat
    In reply to @mitchell_tramit
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: Rdg should NEVER be the punishment in my πŸ‘€. We talk about cultures that don't get 2 read like them. Leads 2 πŸ“šR rewarding convo #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Q5 Some have discussed the importance of making reading the reward instead of rewarding reading. What do you think about this? #5thchat
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6: Start early - Pre-K w/parents as Mystery Readers. Then Author visits, book fairs. Reading is part of our school culture. #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 Make Ps aware of your philosophies of rdg. Ask parents to come on as mystery readers, create a @padlet for families to add to #5thchat
    In reply to @padlet
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 help them get library cards, invite them to the schools library #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6- A couple of years ago our school did a reading night with tents and sleeping bags in the gym. Parents and Ss brought the books #5thchat
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6: Tweet pics of Ss rdg, invite them in to read aloud or participate in a book club #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6 Last year I started hosting parent afternoon reading sessions where Ss & parents come into the media center for a fun afternoon. #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Work with parent organization to plan author visits, hang book recommendations around the school,book talk on morning announcements #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:44 PM EST
    This is my next Reading afternoon on Feb. 9th "Camping out with your favorite Fairy Tale" #5thchat
    In reply to @meaganhparrish
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:44 PM EST
    What do you do for parents who lack internet or smartphones? #5thchat
    In reply to @Kpteach5, @padlet
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:45 PM EST
    So true!! It isn't E for easy it is E for everyone. #5thchat
    In reply to @FloradTeach, @mitchell_tramit
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6 I asked Ps to share pics of their kids reading over winter break, then shared on our @ClassDojo story! Lots of Ps participated. #5thchat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A6: Looking for a great author/book I Hate Picture Books! @TimSYoung. Our school loved sharing our love of books w/his visit! #5thchat
    In reply to @TimSYoung
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A6 Celebrate #WRAD on Feb 16th & Read Across America Day on March 2nd. Partner with other classes as reading buddies #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Ss go to the public library. Free internet and computers. We have free WiFi on buses camped in neighborhoods #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Q7: What are some professional resources that you have read that helps you teach/promote reading? #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6? As an ESL T tell Ps importance of reading in 1st language with their child ~ what they read has facts, characters, mood, etc #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Here is a blog about my last one. #5thchat https://t.co/NcRdgDzMNm
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6 Any role model, older student HS, community members could serve as guest readers. #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6 Parents email me #shelfies of their kids rdg over vacays & we build a vacation reading bulletin board #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7 The Book Whisperer & Reading in the Wild by @donalynbooks are staples for me. #5thchat
    In reply to @donalynbooks
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
      Q7: What are some professional resources that you have read that helps you teach/promote reading? #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    I love Read Across America Week we have so much fun. I turn the media center into Seussville. :-) #5thchat
    In reply to @Kpteach5
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: there are so many great ones. Anything by Linda Dorn, @JSerravallo, Johnston, Miller. #5thchat
    In reply to @JSerravallo
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: The Book Whisperer, Igniting a Passion for Reading, Hacking Literacy #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Love this! Maybe I’ll try it for spring break! #5thchat
    In reply to @Kpteach5
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:49 PM EST
    When I offer Ss to amplify voice and choice take their writing to the world they engage @flipgrid @sway #5thchat
    In reply to @flipgrid, @sway
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7: the Book Whisperer @donalynbooks totally impacted my philosophy on teaching reading #5thchat
    In reply to @donalynbooks
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7- People I follow are great resources @pernilleripp @MrSchuReads @JSerravallo 's The Reading Strategies Book #5thchat
    In reply to @pernilleripp, @MrSchuReads, @JSerravallo
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 Any book by @donalynbooks, @StevenLayne's book "Igniting a Passion for Reading", "Readacide", are a couple that I love. #5thchat
    In reply to @donalynbooks, @StevenLayne
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 Hopefully all here have read The Book Whisperer & Reading in the Wild by @donalynbooks. Should be required by all schools! #5thchat
    In reply to @donalynbooks
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Q6: Get EXCITED! Sometimes Ps just need tips or suggestions on what or how to read w/ Ss. Show others how fun it can be #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:40 PM EST
      Q6 How can we help all stakeholders, including parents, get involved in the reading process at our schools? #5thchat
  • QRCodexCo Jan 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
    We love #QR RT @pjcerullo: @iteach5m Where do you place the QR codes? This sounds pretty awesome. #5thchat
    In reply to @pjcerullo, @iteach5m
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7 - The Reading Strategies Book; Notice and Note; and I am still a lover of Regie Routman's oldie, but goodie Invitations #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7 I also love Conferring book by @ColoReader! Changed the face of my Reader's Workshop! #5thchat
    In reply to @ColoReader
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:50 PM EST
    #5thchat @JSerravallo is the BEST. *waits excitedly for #WritingStrategies to come out!
    In reply to @JSerravallo
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A7. Amplify Voice and Choice - opportunity to touch the world @flipgrid @sway #5thchat
    In reply to @flipgrid, @sway
  • BooLearyIn Jan 10 @ 8:51 PM EST
    QRCodexCo: We love #QR RT pjcerullo: iteach5m Where do you place the QR codes? This sounds pretty awesome. #5thchat #BooLeary
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A7 Please list people you follow also. Let's share resources and follow each other to keep this passion going. #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A7 Just started working with Notice & Note strategies this year & Reading Projects Reimagined is on my TBR #5thchat
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A7 - Love all the ideas and suggestions mentioned tonight. Glad I popped in #5thchat.
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:53 PM EST
    I #followfive new leaders from each chat. #5thchat I want to build a diverse PLN.
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Q8: Share a success story that you have had with a student or class and reading. What made it a success? #5thchat
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Q7: I'm blanking πŸ™ˆ Can't wait to see what everyone's reading though 😊#5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:47 PM EST
      Q7: What are some professional resources that you have read that helps you teach/promote reading? #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
    All should follow @knott_michele @jasontes5th @auntierez @guerrette79 @readwithdavies @strohreads @NikiOhsBarnes @mrsmelaniero #5thchat
    In reply to @knott_michele, @jasontes5th, @auntierez, @guerrette79, @readwithdavies, @strohreads, @NikiOhsBarnes
  • MissNikkiIn5th Jan 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: Miller, Serravallo, Culham, etc. Would love more followers myself too. Haha #5thchat
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: Note and Notice for Fiction and Nonfiction are wonderful. Love the pre-reading strategies!! #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Must follow @teachreadrepeat @mrsapia_teach @sfillner @Beth_Parmer @Wklybkspotlight @MsAPlusTeacher @hansonhallway @literacybigkids #5thchat
    In reply to @teachreadrepeat, @mrsapia_teach, @sfillner, @Beth_Parmer, @Wklybkspotlight, @MsAPlusTeacher, @hansonhallway, @literacybigkids
  • Stanton_Lit Jan 10 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: Notice and Note for Fiction and Nonfiction are wonderful. Love the pre-reading strategies!! #5thchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 10 @ 8:56 PM EST
    #5thchat
  • meaganhparrish Jan 10 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A8 Ss last year said the first day he didn't like reading. January was borrowing books from classmates. Competition worked for him #5thchat
  • ERTOlson Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8: Watching a class of 4th graders go from all guided reading/Daily 5 to lit disc groups. The conversations were deep & inspiring. #5thchat
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Love! I’ll add @rantryan @psolarz @misterminor @katsok @KReilley5 @SEANJFAHEY #5thchat
    In reply to @rantryan, @PSolarz, @MisterMinor, @katsok, @KReilley5, @SEANJFAHEY
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8 I had some boys who just didn't want to read, last year I started my graphic novel section & now these boys race to the shelf. #5thchat
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8: Love when we finish a read aloud and the class spontaneously starts clapping and then says, What are we reading next? #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8 Everyday is a success. Kids are reading books of their choice https://t.co/yCpQRHVrnQ in my classroom. #5thchat
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Go follow these awesome people @mssackstein @MissDenko @DMartesi @Onejollyday @bradmcurrie @ScottRRocco #5thchat
    In reply to @mssackstein, @MissDenko, @DMartesi, @Onejollyday, @bradmcurrie, @ScottRRocco
  • barberchicago Jan 10 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8: #5thchat
  • LemarrTreadwell Jan 10 @ 8:58 PM EST
    @cybraryman1 @Larryferlazzo @LemarrTreadwell #5thchat
    In reply to @cybraryman1, @Larryferlazzo, @LemarrTreadwell
  • MsShute Jan 10 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A8: Ss have found series that they are now hooked on and I find reading maybe when they should be focused on something else..😊 #5thchat
  • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A8 Kids know authors/illustrators by name & by style. They start year by illustrating their rdg identities,which change during yr #5thchat
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you for joining us tonight on #5thchat. I have enjoyed moderating the chat.
  • mitchell_tramit Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A7 @pernilleripp @sshubitz @regieroutman. I read many articles. #5thchat
    In reply to @pernilleripp, @sshubitz, @regieroutman
  • TiffannyLindsey Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A8: A reluctant reader found he ❀d Haiku. Found πŸ“šs of different Haiku's just for him. Now he πŸ“me poems & joined Book Club! #5thchat
    • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:54 PM EST
      Q8: Share a success story that you have had with a student or class and reading. What made it a success? #5thchat
  • pjcerullo Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A S told me "I'll never read hist. fiction," He read NTS by @LoisLowryWriter and I survived by @laurentarish now he never stops! #5thchat
    In reply to @LoisLowryWriter
  • iteach5m Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Great chat. Can't wait to go back and read over all the tweets! Thank you. #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • joegonzalez88 Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Awesome job! it was great to hear such amazing ideas and meet many new educators! #5thchat
    In reply to @AMitchell828
  • AMitchell828 Jan 10 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Love the idea of letting them illustrate their reading identities. Will have to share this. #5thchat
    • Kpteach5 Jan 10 @ 8:58 PM EST
      A8 Kids know authors/illustrators by name & by style. They start year by illustrating their rdg identities,which change during yr #5thchat