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DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Okay now REALLY welcome to #G2Great w/our amazing guest host Mike @Mgrim (this time it’s REALLY start time - I promise! Joy spilling over :]

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#G2Great #7 Make these moments a routine in the CR and have the children choose their own writing, reading & things they want to speak abt

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

CHALLENGE #G2Great allow students to bring in their own books 2 read & also play off of the students likes/dislikes to maximize books.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@jersheets @DrMaryHoward Welcome we are so glad you are joining us. #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@chrisp16 Having a great start! See you at NCTE.? #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#G2Great My favorite Lester Laminack quote is that “Read Alouds should be like drug dealers: deliver a little somethin' somethin' .

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Coll437 @Liu Welcome Colleen. We're so glad you're here. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

I must say I surely enjoyed just chatting before chat time friends so thank you for joining me #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

As always I am blown away by the brilliance and support of co-mods @brennanamy & @DrMaryHoward & all my #G2Great PLN

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Amanda from LIU Riverhead, looking forward to tonight's chat #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Get to know @MGrimTeach #G2Great https://t.co/5zeimw4H65

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Excited for the chat tonight! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

So excited to finally be here at #G2Great Susie here from NYC...excited to talk books!

Lau7210 Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi friends! Lauren, Literacy Coach from Long Island, NY! This topic is so important and I am glad to be here! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Right back at your friend! #G2Great https://t.co/UvPxzEij4x

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

As always I am blown away by the brilliance and support of co-mods @brennanamy & @DrMaryHoward & all my #G2Great PLN

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hello all...so happy to be here with all of you! #G2Great

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Abbie, 1st grade T from PA! Excited to chat!! #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Dani, Instructional Coach from Kalispell MT. Very excited for tonight's #g2great chat!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Me too a little pre-chat impromptu fun #G2Great

annabelhurlburt Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Excited to be here for g2great! Annabel intervention specialist from California. #g2great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Jennifer from IN: 6th gr/PD Facil. Books Books and More Books! #g2great

nicbroz Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hello! Nicole from NJ here. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#G2Great Words of Wisdom: https://t.co/Lz7BWKilr1

mcculloughmg Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi all, Matt McC, Director of Innovation in Teaching and Learning, Schoolcraft Community Schools. #G2Great

PWickster Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#g2great pwickster so excited to be here for the first time from Santa Rosa, CA

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#g2great Hi, all! Mindi Rench, 3rd grade in the Chicago suburbs. Lucky to teach in a district that embraces workshop!

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@suzrolander Hey Friend! So happy to see your smiling face for #g2great tonight :)

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi Friend!! So good to see you! #G2Great https://t.co/zBnovd1hHx

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Dani, Instructional Coach from Kalispell MT. Very excited for tonight's #g2great chat!

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Carrie, 1st grade T from PA! #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Meredith joining from SW Florida. Wonderful topic tonight in #G2Great I hope others will slide on over. https://t.co/1dlEKpeI9A

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

OMG! Hilarious and true! #G2Great https://t.co/RRZD2s6RMX

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#G2Great My favorite Lester Laminack quote is that “Read Alouds should be like drug dealers: deliver a little somethin' somethin' .

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

You too friend! :) #G2Great https://t.co/R8Yulyl68r

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@suzrolander Hey Friend! So happy to see your smiling face for #g2great tonight :)

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @MGrimTeach Excited to share conversation w/Matt tonight #G2Great

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Karen here Kindergarten teacher from NJ #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Leigh Anne 6th grade ELA from Indiana and enjoying day 2 of fall break! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 So glad to see you Meredith #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hey friend so happy to see you tonight! #G2Great https://t.co/DDhvxqvQ5i

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Karen here Kindergarten teacher from NJ #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Pam from NJ - back & looking forward to chatting for a few #G2Great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #G2Great When I get to read when I sub, all's right in the world! For me that is 😉Faige from Los Angeles Gr8 dis… https://t.co/Uvv8dufr4b

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Pre-chat walk through - ready for the game #G2Great

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi! Lisa, a literacy specialist, from MA. #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Happy to be here with you all at #G2Great Eager to learn and talk. Kara Lit Coach in NYC.

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward I saw the chatting and was worried that I missed #G2great! Looking forward to discussing books!

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

.@girlworld4 you and my friend @PWickster should meet. You would have a ton to talk about! :) #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@girlworld4 @MGrimTeach me too Dani. Hope you're well friend. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Welcome, Michael to the #g2great house. This is the BEST place to be on a Thursday night.

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hi friends! Mollie from Columbus, Ohio. No school tomorrow! Looking forward to a long weekend to enjoy the fall beauty here in OHIO #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hi again, #g2great Rita from Wisconsin here. School librarian & reading specialist.

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Patreece, Literacy Interventionist, WI #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hi! Sam, 10th Grade Student in Northern Virginia #G2Great

Jhermes901 Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Julie, rdg spec from PA! Excited to chat! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@Teachr4 Hi Leigh Anne! #g2great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @MGrimTeach Whoops! Make that Michael, not Matt *my bad* #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#G2great Hi Friends! @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @DonnaADonner @franmcveigh Just checking in from CA. Am demo T, guests today, Gr community.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

First Q coming up! #G2Great https://t.co/LFZaMxq7VU

maryannesacco Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Mary Anne. 2nd grade teacher in NYC. Looking forward to #G2Great

sroeck319 Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Sandra from Kiel, 4th grade I love Reader's Workshop #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi Kitty. Happy to see you! #g2Great https://t.co/KwB96InJNn

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT

#G2great Hi Friends! @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @DonnaADonner @franmcveigh Just checking in from CA. Am demo T, guests today, Gr community.

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Have been trying to create a graphic that states, " OH GREAT my teacher's edition to the basal series ...." said no teacher ever. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@kristinack1 my favorite @lester_laminack "The first read is a gift." #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Fran from SE Iowa - So excited for this #G2Great chat tonight!

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@mollienye72 OH! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Great to be here with my co-mods @DrMaryHoward & @hayhurst3 #G2great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A1: Creating a love of reading by modeling your own love for reading is such a huge part for the ss #G2Great

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#G2Great As a teacher you must share your love to read & allow children to share their favorites as well..

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi it's Megan From Long Island University. I hope everyone is doing well. #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi Jen here from Liu! #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@suzrolander @PWickster NCTE?? #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#G2Great Brenda 3rd grade teacher who loves teaching in the workshop.

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward #G2Great Happy to see you too! 😊

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi @franmcveigh My friend @pranikoff is here next to me...#G2Great https://t.co/ZVktUvtSg2

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Fran from SE Iowa - So excited for this #G2Great chat tonight!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi Amy! #G2Great One of your co moderators started 30 minute early but I’m not tell you which one :] https://t.co/9E86TXMgsO

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Great to be here with my co-mods @DrMaryHoward & @hayhurst3 #G2great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 mkng libraries inviting, attractive, and FILLED w/ choices for every reader #G2Great

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Create environments that celebrate all readers, makes reading contagious and values reading at the center of all we do #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@brenkrupp It's such a great way to teach! #G2Great Glad to have you with us Brenda.

annabelhurlburt Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1. Lots of opportunities to read independently and with others. #g2great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 I'm great, Jenn! Super excited to be here 2night for #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Always celebrate positive reading habits & behaviors - not levels. We must NOT turn “levels” into competition-both for Ss & Ts. #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Getting kids the books they want to read! Making it EASY for them to get books. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

When I see the twitter screen with enthusiasm for books & kids OOZING from the tweets I know we’re moving in the right direction #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hi @franmcveigh so excited to join in this #G2Great chat tonight. What a welcome. What good minds! Thanks for the w… https://t.co/0X2uujTxbO

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 12:20 PM EDT

So excited to have you at the #g2great chat tonight! @pranikoff

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: every kid with a book at all time - every period @donalynbooks #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

So very excited to have @MGrimTeach with us tonight! Spreading energy around school wide literacy leadership #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Making time for reading, making the choice as a teacher that reading is important & always celebrating big or small #G2Great

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: I think essential qualities would be to have a section of the classroom devoted to reading with a variety of books for choice. #G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#G2Great A1Allowing student choice and ample time to dive deep into books.

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Ss need books in their hands that motivate them to want to do the hard work of learning to read. Otherwise what is the buy in?#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Dedicated blocks of time & high quality resources are a must! Empty promises aren’t enough – we COMMIT by our actions! #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Provide students voice in setting up library, opportunity 2 see themselves and others in books, and choice in what 2 read #G2Great

Lau7210 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Create a literacy landscape that emphasizes process, not product; view ALL Ts as Literacy Ts & ALL Ss as Rdrs & Wrtrs #G2Great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: WE must be readers first. #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#g2great Making sure classrooms have inviting, well-stocked libraries. Ensure teachers READ! Give students choice & voice & TIME!

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: creating a safe space for readers to take risks & grow a love of reading #G2Great

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Create a school wide love & excitement about reading! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Such an important message Mike. #G2Great https://t.co/ZdZeoyS4QA

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Always celebrate positive reading habits & behaviors - not levels. We must NOT turn “levels” into competition-both for Ss & Ts. #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1. Books in the hands of students! We gave away books every day at our low socio-economic school. #G2Great https://t.co/TQLnCHFeCS

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Giving Ss access to a plethora of books. All different types of topics & styles, no two readers have exactly the same tastes #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Giving kids time to read and talk about books. Sharing their joy. Celebrating. A lot. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@brenkrupp Oh yes! Shame we can't see each sooner. Living in PA is so hard. #g2great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Sharing the love of reading (all genres) throughout the school and community. Books in all classrooms Available #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Access & choice. So crucial! #G2Great https://t.co/W32hthEmrv

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Getting kids the books they want to read! Making it EASY for them to get books. #G2Great

spiraledu Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#G2Great Expose students to literature that makes them reexamine their world around them or transports them to somewhere new :)

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward LOL- I think I can guess… #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: celebrate readers by letting Ss read #G2Great

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Book Talk books like they are the best gift you could ever give. #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Increase Read Aloud time substantially. We must model what joyful reading looks like daily. #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Time to read and books within reach in a classroom library. Make them accessible! #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#G2Great @hayhurst3 I think building a deep seated love for reading in a way that feels organic.

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

"making reading contagious" love that @JillDerosa #G2Great https://t.co/44iXqATgHU

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Create environments that celebrate all readers, makes reading contagious and values reading at the center of all we do #g2great

nicbroz Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: Fill classrooms with books, allow for choice, and model your love of reading. #G2Great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 a plethora of books: varied genres that appeal to the Sts and don't limit their access due to readiness #G2Great https://t.co/sQTol1Fkmu

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 It's our prof imperative to design schools that w/celebrate readers. What are the essential qualities that drive… https://t.co/0sVFnVHZYK

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Join @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward and me for #G2Great with special guest host @MGrimTeach https://t.co/WWojMLzc0k

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Great to be here with my co-mods @DrMaryHoward & @hayhurst3 #G2great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#G2Great Time to read, choice in reading, talk about books and thinking.

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 A1: I turned my office into the "Book Boutique" kids earn books every day. They shop till they drop! #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: vast assortment and supply of books as well as CHOICE! #g2great

tegesdal Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Instill a love for reading read alouds, model our love of reading, share great books #g2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: Celebrate readers by providing time & environment 4 Joyful Reading EVERY day - All Ss. Non-negot - Read Alouds & Time 2 Read #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. Love of books is a great gift. #G2Great https://t.co/YfBUm5X1Af

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: (continued) Time to read; read aloud; share good books; talk about books; etc. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@jdsniadecki we are pushing this year to get more books home with children as well. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Ts who value high quality literature and know how to use it to take Ss to a place of developing an authentic love for literacy #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Perfection Jeromey. And no excuses that there are no books for that child. We have to keep digging! #G2Great https://t.co/NdfPfKs6Yg

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: every kid with a book at all time - every period @donalynbooks #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#g2great Teachers confer with students to tailor instruction starting with what a student CAN do, instead of focusing on a deficit.

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Schools that put students first and realize teachers, not programs, teach them. #G2great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 Always love Snoopy! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 We must send kids the message that reading is a joyful endeavor (not a dull drudgery of one-size-fits-all sameness). #G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 That is great! As a former library employee- I just love this. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: Value reading & writing and make it social, talking, writing and sharing #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: give Ss a voice - allow them to share as often as possible #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@chrisp16 #G2Great Amen! Choice is essential! https://t.co/zhaELpxbiK

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@kristinack1 my favorite @lester_laminack "The first read is a gift." #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Yes! Also, not being a snob. Sometimes kids' tastes are vastly different than our own. That's okay. #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I still remember how librarians cultivated particular books for me that they knew I would like. It made me feel recognized. #G2Great

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hi all, Sue here, #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Oozing books. That is my kind of chat! #G2Great https://t.co/bRuzDAZFAN

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

When I see the twitter screen with enthusiasm for books & kids OOZING from the tweets I know we’re moving in the right direction #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @kristinack1 @lester_laminack I know! His words ring in my ears on a regular basis #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2: 1/2model, model & model strong reading habits across the board, share your reading life, select high quality lit for your room #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Teachers reading is so important. Reading for themselves so kids see the teacher as reader. #g2great https://t.co/gHoDt997KZ

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#g2great Making sure classrooms have inviting, well-stocked libraries. Ensure teachers READ! Give students choice & voice & TIME!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Books should be an extension of yourself #g2great https://t.co/639tDOnt9R

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Giving Ss access to a plethora of books. All different types of topics & styles, no two readers have exactly the same tastes #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q1: Create spaces that help readers flourish. Give ss the choice about what they read, where they read, and how read. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: We don't celebrate readers by bribing them; we have to live the excitement with our own reading and share the excitement. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@franmcveigh Hey there #NCTE16 roomie! Glad to see you tonight for #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Challenge the 2 middle schools that are closest in distance to your elem. school to donate more books than the other. St. Councils #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 (again)Keep library growing- lots of choice from start is great- adding 2 that choice-even better: nurture Ss passions/interests #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Lau7210 Yes, the process is so important, I am a big fan of process celebrations #G2Great

annabelhurlburt Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1. Encouraging communities of readers. Book clubs! #g2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: So important to KNOW your readers. Data that is NOT a #! #g2great @donohoe_kitty https://t.co/YTvu3PNBOH

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I still remember how librarians cultivated particular books for me that they knew I would like. It made me feel recognized. #G2Great

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: Schools that put students first and realize that teachers, not programs, teach them. #G2great

Jhermes901 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1. Student voice and choice! Must motivate students to want to learn, explore and discover! #G2Great

massignmenthelp Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Benefits of Online learning https://t.co/sBEBdm05sb #lrnchat #delachat #G2Great #precalcchat #jerdchat

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

.@PWickster words to live by right? #G2Great https://t.co/kP3gnqWDX7

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Dedicated blocks of time & high quality resources are a must! Empty promises aren’t enough – we COMMIT by our actions! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

This is just another way to make an impact. #G2Great https://t.co/2670ZMD7DN

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1. Books in the hands of students! We gave away books every day at our low socio-economic school. #G2Great https://t.co/TQLnCHFeCS

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

What was the first question ? I cant find it #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: Open library concept. Kids can come check out books ANYTIME at my school. #g2great They know how to do it themselves.

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Always such a joy to come to SCDS @PWickster @SCDS_hos #G2Great https://t.co/iqPBhKBOpP

PWickster Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: Invite @suzrolander to your school!

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 What a fantastic idea! Book give aways everyday…best money spent for sure #G2Great

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 Hire teacher/librarians! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Add CHOICE into the book mix. We walk a fine line of ‘just right’ level when we ignore ‘just right’ interest! #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1. Create reading nooks in corners of the building that might be forgotten. #G2Great https://t.co/4SR0TsdC68

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: 2/2 allow students to have choice and voice in their reading journey. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

So important to reveal who you are as a reader to your students. We can't stress this enough. #g2Great https://t.co/PEislY6jbq

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2: 1/2model, model & model strong reading habits across the board, share your reading life, select high quality lit for your room #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Yes @MGrimTeach "celebrate positive reading habits & behaviors" Competition does not a reader make. #G2Great https://t.co/6XqqaA1sXf

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: Always celebrate positive reading habits & behaviors - not levels. We must NOT turn “levels” into competition-both for Ss & Ts. #G2Great

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Build on Ss strengths, provide Ss w/access to bks they can read and find interesting, lots of time for reading and talking #G2Great

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#g2great a1 . To give students choice of what they want to read and provide students with a variety of different genres of books.

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Helping a kinder w/book choice. Said kinder, I can do it myself, I can read them. And sat down 2picture read. Love! #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Yes Jill! The environment of our classrooms sets the stage for readers to flourish! #G2Great https://t.co/chA3xt2HO6

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Create environments that celebrate all readers, makes reading contagious and values reading at the center of all we do #g2great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Freedom of choice. Model your love and passion, it be contagious. Make books easy to get.#G2Great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Never give up on a child who doesn't like to read. Help find the right book. #g2great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

We don’t have to love everything the kids love, but we should accept it. They need to read what they love #g2great https://t.co/SU8WuhTQd3

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Yes! Also, not being a snob. Sometimes kids' tastes are vastly different than our own. That's okay. #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: provide opportunities such as #geniushour - and tech presentations to highlight authors themes characters settings etc. #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#G2Great Yes, it is Fran! The Ss feel noticed and recognized when we cultivate their particular interests in books. https://t.co/3d4lURqgir

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A1: So important to KNOW your readers. Data that is NOT a #! #g2great @donohoe_kitty https://t.co/YTvu3PNBOH
- donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  I still remember how librarians cultivated particular books for me that they knew I would like. It made me feel recognized. #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 I also model reading books that don't fit my identity- gotta try to stretch myself, too! #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1. Share your love of books with students at every opportunity. #G2Great https://t.co/XZ1KDkqlbK

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Next Q coming up in one minute! #G2Great https://t.co/2SS446buml

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 THat's right, Sam. When Ts fill their room w/books, they send a message that reading matters #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

So excited to be with the GANG next month for #NCTE16 and such a great roomie! @girlworld4 #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@ritaplatt @DrMaryHoward #G2Great Pull them in...Captain Underpants is just the beginning.

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@dubioseducator @hayhurst3 I completely agree, we should support readers so they can access the books they are excited about #G2Great

K12TL Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

The Leader Within: #TeacherLeader must have Book of the Year! On-site Professional Learning Available #G2Great… https://t.co/j8MZTFo9pF

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Yes, no 2 readers have exactly the same taste...so how do we think basals work for all readers? #G2Great https://t.co/w8CpDQZXnR

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Giving Ss access to a plethora of books. All different types of topics & styles, no two readers have exactly the same tastes #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@mindi_r AMEN! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@karenolsen39 I'm tweeting out the Qs #g2great https://t.co/y15TUn6N7h

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

PLETHORA of books Sam. I love that and let each one find it’s way to a reader just waiting to discover it! #G2Great https://t.co/5ynkJ92XsA

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Giving Ss access to a plethora of books. All different types of topics & styles, no two readers have exactly the same tastes #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@jenniferkmiller I love book talks - especially when Ss give them. Sharing their passion for what they are reading is contagious! #G2Great

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

#G2Great #2 Books allow more engagement among the CR & children choosing their own books allows for that enjoyment as well

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2: Gives the T & SS the ability to create a love for reading and writing, connecting to their own interests #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2Shifting from basal's 2 books allow differentiation, focus on the individual & in truth basal's took the enjoyment out of reading #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 Great way to build relationships/community! Shout it out! #g2great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Windows and mirrors...kids need to see themselves in books and/or see possibilities in books. #G2Great https://t.co/ZMM2086Q5y

spiraledu Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#G2Great Expose students to literature that makes them reexamine their world around them or transports them to somewhere new :)

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1. Does your school send the message loud and clear that reading is the #1 focus? #G2Great

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@PamKou @hayhurst3 I set reading goals to stretch myself and share those with students. Good to see that we all can grow #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Joyful faces! Nothing makes me happier! #G2Great https://t.co/b0XxqfhOP6

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1. Create reading nooks in corners of the building that might be forgotten. #G2Great https://t.co/4SR0TsdC68

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@franmcveigh #g2great We teachers need to speak up about the importance of our conferring & observations as DATA. Kids are not numbers!

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2: Honors the people in classrooms. . . because we are all people first #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

interest is critical. I have Ss telling me what bks to buy, so my list grows. #g2great Thank goodness my sister ha… https://t.co/RRMY5PLUHM

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Build on Ss strengths, provide Ss w/access to bks they can read and find interesting, lots of time for reading and talking #G2Great

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2: the simplest answer is CHOICE #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach This is an area I really want to support my Ts in this year. I want to help them choose quality read alouds #G2Great

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2: books give readers authentic reading experiences #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@PamKou yes this is all learning. We have to model all the time in many contexts. #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: put reading enjoyment at the front and the rest will fall into place, naturally. Reading isn't worksheets, either😉 #G2Great

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: There is a variety of books, books, books are more personal and books can be used for a variety of students. #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2 Basals are a one size fits all and our readers are anything but that. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

We have to show them that WE value books by our actions, not just our words! #G2Great https://t.co/vFTw9S1hIc

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2: 1/2model, model & model strong reading habits across the board, share your reading life, select high quality lit for your room #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: Ss interests, interests, interests! Who wouldn’t want to read when they choose! Engaged students make for happy Ts too! #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1: online is great but...the feel the smell the imagination of a good old fashion book - @donalynbooks @TannyMcG #G2Great @Scholastic

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Teacher knowledge of students IS data!!! Talking about "data" or "triangulation" without it is nonsense. #g2great https://t.co/lJym1BCygX

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@franmcveigh #g2great We teachers need to speak up about the importance of our conferring & observations as DATA. Kids are not numbers!

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Isn’t that where it all begins? In my last district that was year 1 initiative, then came the workshops- years ago now #g2great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1. Some creative teacher who loves reading created this. I wish I knew who it was. #G2Great https://t.co/zKbvSq1qaF

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty you're so right Kitty. #G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

So well said!! #G2Great https://t.co/kev0EWcC9O

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Add CHOICE into the book mix. We walk a fine line of ‘just right’ level when we ignore ‘just right’ interest! #G2Great

althiell Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1: Schools that celebrate readers must be places where everyone reads and makes reading public - kids and adults. #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@irishteacher6 so important to hook kids with reading #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q2: It provides choice to build engaged and joyful readers. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 It puts this wonderful thing called reading into perspective & reminds us that getting books into kids hands is #1. #G2Great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 tchrs cn tch stratgies w/texts tht r mre relateable 2the ss. Nt evry ss will lrn frm the basal bks. We hve ablty 2 reach each ss #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@suzrolander my English class is reading from basals, very few are engaged by the reading. We can't help it, we just don't connect #g2great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: The more I widen my lens-& the more choice & voice I provide in my CR, the more Ss outgrow all of our goals, expectations, etc #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

So true! @Teachr4 #G2Great https://t.co/s9MC8onWto

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2 Basals are a one size fits all and our readers are anything but that. #g2great

mitchcenter Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A1) so many don't prioritize reading! It's why I wrote this blog a year ago: https://t.co/oOq6QUQadV #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: Books mean Ss have choice, value books, read a lot! Volume matters! Topics can match interests of Ss! So important! #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 #G2Great Thanks Jenn! This chat is one of my teacher highlights!

KatieAnn_76 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#AR4Learning is in 15mins! I can't wait!! #edtechtherapy #edchat #edbeat #fledchat #usedchat #plearnchat #tlap #aussieed #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Living data is what will help us move kids forward AND find the book that is just waiting for THEM! #G2Great https://t.co/uWovflCvc6

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A1: So important to KNOW your readers. Data that is NOT a #! #g2great @donohoe_kitty https://t.co/YTvu3PNBOH
- donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  I still remember how librarians cultivated particular books for me that they knew I would like. It made me feel recognized. #G2Great

JenJonesPBC Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Love, Love, Love!!! Wisdom in 140 characters or less. #G2Great https://t.co/CF2iMnCnNn

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2 Basals are a one size fits all and our readers are anything but that. #g2great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

And...@donohoe_kitty it has to start with the TEACHER! We MUST show a love of reading. #G2Great https://t.co/9QSHz5m2o3

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#G2Great @hayhurst3 I think building a deep seated love for reading in a way that feels organic.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@StephanieKlein7 @PamKou That is growth we have to be steeped in growth no exceptions #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@ritaplatt @mjjohnson1216 That is awesome! Do you have pics? #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: Books are REAL. Basals are fabrications. #g2great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: Basals stifle creativity, flexibility, & choice. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: Ss read what they r interested in which allows Ts to observe&confer w/ them when they are truly engaged. #g2great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Real texts in the classroom nurture students in creating real reading lives that outlive the classroom. #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@mollienye72 indeed!! #G2Great

Doyle_Teaching7 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Great to be here tonight, almost didn't make it...severe weather! :)Marcy from Oregon Coast #g2great

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @mollienye72 We have book holidays when books are released as movies. Kids love excitement about books on big screen #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty I'm so glad we got to meet in person this summer at #tcrwp #g2great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: If we are truly meeting the needs of all ss, we have to meet them where they are, both ability AND interest.Books can do that. #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#G2Great A2 The training wheels come off and Ss learn to navigate a variety of texts. Teachers can coach into authentic reading challenges.

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Ugh, @TheSammer88 makes me so sad. Perhaps you need to slip your teacher some @pernilleripp material! #G2Great https://t.co/CXhZGs1KwT

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@suzrolander my English class is reading from basals, very few are engaged by the reading. We can't help it, we just don't connect #g2great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#g2great A2: Hard for me to answer this one. I’ve never used a basal in my 22 years of teaching. I only remember reading ahead as a kid.

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hello Mac from PA joining late! #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach I ask my Ss what they would like for the classroom. Order w/Scholastic points or extra pay $. Worth it! #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Outside of interest/motivation, Basals can’t possibly provide the level of reading volume Ss desperately need. #G2Great

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Choice builds engagement, autonomy, and authenticity. Ss become readers beyond the classroom. #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: I haven't put many basals in my Amazon cart for my pleasure reading 😉. Shouldn't our instructional mats mirror real life?#G2Great

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#G2Great basal books are intended for individual students, where as basal books are intended for groups. Books= more choices

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#G2Great A2: Students set goals and work to read certain books. It's their goals, not mine. Highly motivating.

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 there is no choice for students in a basal and may not be supplying lessons that the individual child needs #G2Great

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Focus is on Ss, not programs.Ts have flexibility, make literacy meaningful by choosing from world of books, not limited to basals.#G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@as4myers There is just such a task oriented mindset with a basal #g2great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: It speaks individualization and meets each student where they are as a reader. No more 1 size fits all #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

And give us a place to hang our cognitive hat - Books are the JOY hook! #G2Great https://t.co/CKmb1QnpYW

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A2: books give readers authentic reading experiences #G2Great

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@chrisp16 I hear you on that! I need a family member w/a bookstore discount! #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Ss are rdg at their instructional/ind levels as opposed to stories a publisher picked which may be beyond level & interest. #g2great

Jhermes901 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2. One size fits all approach of a basal falls short...need to meet kids where they are and support individual needs. #G2Great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: more variety+more choices=greater ability to grow and love reading. basal is too narrow,takes the freedom of choice away #G2Great

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@pernilleripp #G2Great chat needs you!

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@kristinack1 so many skills transfer when we approach reading this way! #G2Great

MrsSokolowski Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

LIWP Fall Update! https://t.co/VkVrcqCdnz LI Educators from #G2Great hope to see you at LI events!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 You CAN’T script good teaching. Well chosen books + flexibility of purpose & professional knowledge = instructional POWER! #G2Great

maryannesacco Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A1: read aloud whenever you can, when it's not planned on the schedule...a most important and effective gift to student #G2Great

BCEdneighbors Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: books not basal - Allow T & S to read passion & interests. Engaging for all. Texts at instruct level, not just grade level.#G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Basals don't hook every reader. In my experience, they don't engage most of the class. Our interests just aren't satisfied. #G2Great

weswelty Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Books are authentic and written with genuine student interest in mind. Basal stories are typically contrived to meet standards #G2Great

nicbroz Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Just because a story is in a basal, it doesn't mean it's right for all students. Ditch the basal and get to know your readers. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@as4myers For Ss and Ts. #g2great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Holy cow- it's been a while since I have been free on a Thurs- My turning-40 eyes can't keep up! #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A1: Books = WHOLE story. Basals R often excerpts. Give Readers false sense of stor -like TV shows always B,M,E in less than 1 hr. #G2Great

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: As adults, would we choose to read basals or books? Why would we offer anything less than authentic reading for our students? #G2great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Tell a student you found a book that reminded you of them. Wait for the smile. Connection is everything. #G2Great https://t.co/E2lhIdZmoM

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: Ss interests, interests, interests! Who wouldn’t want to read when they choose! Engaged students make for happy Ts too! #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 #G2Great #tcrwp Jenn, I am so glad we met at TC too! Such a great and wonderful community. Thank you TC and @MaryEhrenworth

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Ss choice builds engagement & enthusiasm for reading! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

YES YES YES! We need to really get to know kids & engage in some good ol’fashioned kid watching to do that! #G2Great https://t.co/oBud8kGYo5

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: Ss interests, interests, interests! Who wouldn’t want to read when they choose! Engaged students make for happy Ts too! #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: Ts capacity in the area of reading instruction is paramount. Basals do not lend to an increase in pedagogical capacity. #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Always reading! Working to make all of our students love readers! #G2Great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2 Basals don't inspire a love for reading. Our goal is to create joyful, lifelong readers who will continue to read and learn! #G2Great

Tim_ONeill_18 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

.@hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward A3 Because we all deserve authentic literature with beautiful language and depth within story! #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: provides student choice - get away from predetermined reading let Ss choose -same concepts taught even with 30'different books #G2Great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A1 Always promote great reading habits and allow students to feel free to have choice in their reading material, to stay engaged #g2great

Jonharper70bd Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

"How Dare Us!" https://t.co/4bWaza1QQD #G2Great https://t.co/6cTgRADHQ9

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Ugh, @franmcveigh YES! @pranikoff she is speaking our language! #G2Great https://t.co/bEVMwM1nAH

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: Books mean Ss have choice, value books, read a lot! Volume matters! Topics can match interests of Ss! So important! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2 Books allow Ss to choose material that connects with them. Basals sometimes create tension between bored Ss and well-meaning Ts #G2Great

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: basals play to the middle and in doing so engage almost no one. Actual books provide an opportunity to discover tastes. #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@brennanamy @mjjohnson1216 The "Book Boutique" #G2Great https://t.co/kAhRhIpq9d

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Shout out to https://t.co/hXvVAjf5ds that began as Wheatley. Books not basals. Their bks took my breath away - so AMAZING! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 It shows both Ts & Sts what really matters. Best of all it allows us to bathe kids in BOOK JOY every day! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Love this @DrMaryHoward "the book that is just waiting for them." #G2Great https://t.co/J7zFP5Suu6

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Living data is what will help us move kids forward AND find the book that is just waiting for THEM! #G2Great https://t.co/uWovflCvc6
- franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
  
  A1: So important to KNOW your readers. Data that is NOT a #! #g2great @donohoe_kitty https://t.co/YTvu3PNBOH
  
  donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  I still remember how librarians cultivated particular books for me that they knew I would like. It made me feel recognized. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@DrLMaucione You can always share your requests. I am so thrilled to have this opportunity! #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: Ts are professions - don't strap them with district adopted texts #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@suzrolander Next generation Read Aloud is ringing in my ears..u2? #thankuverymuch @janmillburk @kimyaris @BurkinsandYaris #G2Great #WDTW

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@weswelty Basals are chosen by adults classroom library is ownership. Kids picking books for themselves already higher level. #G2Great

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@suzrolander I couldn't agree more! Intrinsic motivation is what helps to develop joyous, lifelong readers. #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

But @TheSammer88 - with a basal, you do get A story every week! LOL! #g2great https://t.co/0UwhowahRK

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2 Books allow Ss to choose material that connects with them. Basals sometimes create tension between bored Ss and well-meaning Ts #G2Great

althiell Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: You don’t curl up with a good basal. It’s a supplement at best. #G2Great

Doyle_Teaching7 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A1 celebrate love of reading as much as we celebrate sports and other activities. #g2great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Yes, @girlworld4 @BurkinsandYaris #G2Great https://t.co/MxC2uDqYXc

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@suzrolander Next generation Read Aloud is ringing in my ears..u2? #thankuverymuch @janmillburk @kimyaris @BurkinsandYaris #G2Great #WDTW

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

YES! 30 books—one classroom. It IS possible. We must teach others that this is true. #g2great https://t.co/CxokHctzMA

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: provides student choice - get away from predetermined reading let Ss choose -same concepts taught even with 30'different books #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: books celebrate individuality! basals are all about the package--what's in the box. #g2great

Lau7210 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: Books are authentic-choice & interest are the epicenter of developing independent, lifelong readers, basals, one word: BORING! #g2great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@suzrolander @TheSammer88 @pernilleripp yes, and some @KellyGToGo too will help #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Q3 in just a minute #G2Great https://t.co/mdp4fLXGFO

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 It's not even like kids can decide what story to read when, they all have to read that one story. #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Basil is to RW libraries as not alive is to alive #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

LOVE this! #G2Great https://t.co/XYLWDQMVfY

Doyle_Teaching7 Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A1 celebrate love of reading as much as we celebrate sports and other activities. #g2great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#G2Great Authentic literature is so rich. Many basal books are of little interest to ss and are not quality.Students lose choice with basal.

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@franmcveigh @TheSammer88 Also workbooks! And worksheets! And tests! And vocabulary lists! And a script! #g2great (note sarcasm here)

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I get to Bathe kids in BOOK JOY every day! Love my job as a first grade teacher! @DrMaryHoward @MGrimTeach #g2great https://t.co/9UhDXYIUBe

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 It shows both Ts & Sts what really matters. Best of all it allows us to bathe kids in BOOK JOY every day! #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: page 32 thru 50 might only interest 10% of your student in a basal - give Ss Choice #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

And that's where the rubber meets the road. #timeintext #G2Great https://t.co/vRYOtHtOeZ

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Outside of interest/motivation, Basals can’t possibly provide the level of reading volume Ss desperately need. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hey @suzrolander Don’t you think it’s a good times for a soak in the #G2Great magic moment? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hey @suzrolander Don’t you think it’s a good times for a soak in the #G2Great magic moment? #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: So true, Kittie! @donohoe_kitty #G2Great https://t.co/Wc2tJoXXME

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Basil is to RW libraries as not alive is to alive #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@Doyle_Teaching7 Glad to see you join in this chat tonight. #G2great https://t.co/9DFnWJO3EC

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@maryannesacco I agree, we can totally change the subject with a great read aloud. It's always a good time for that. #G2Great

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#G2Great #3 start reading from books & share with teachers why books are so much better, back it up with research!

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A3:My 1st recommendation would b 2 read Simple Starts @Kari_Yates , has generated such wonderful ideas 2 help nurture <3 of reading #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

My heart just skipped a beat with that one Jen! #G2Great https://t.co/T03enf0pJF

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
I get to Bathe kids in BOOK JOY every day! Love my job as a first grade teacher! @DrMaryHoward @MGrimTeach #g2great https://t.co/9UhDXYIUBe
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
  
  A2 It shows both Ts & Sts what really matters. Best of all it allows us to bathe kids in BOOK JOY every day! #G2Great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@brennanamy @MGrimTeach Yes & they need Ts discussing their passion/interest in the books they read. Put that book on the Ts desk. #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I did catch that, Mindi! @mindi_r @TheSammer88 #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@girlworld4 @suzrolander my public speaking teacher has been reading Book Love by @pennykittle and he's really taken it to heart #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A3: Show them this. #G2Great https://t.co/4QOCD9gShZ

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @as4myers Doing School..not best practice #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2 students need variety in their reading and being able to find books that are just right! #G2Great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2: Weeklong stories don't allow for Ss to abandon books. Who wants to read & reread a story that doesn't interest us? #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A3: Let fellow Ts read from Basals. Is an anthology really captivating??? Focus on fostering a LOVE of reading. Choice matters! #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A3. Worked w/ team of teachers to move a school away from basals. Achievement soared! #G2Great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 mk the trnsitn simple & easy 4 ss. This is ultimately a chng 4 thm 2. Smooth transitions are important #G2Great

ByrneLearning Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@nicbroz #G2Great High interest trumps prescribed!

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: My first recommendation would be to have a variety of books in a classroom library and an inviting library. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 GET BOOKS! You can’t build a house w/o tools & you can’t instill a book mindset unless it’s raining books! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

That’s the question of the century Jo (and hello friend!) So happy to see you! #G2Great https://t.co/zykxcMNeCe

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: As adults, would we choose to read basals or books? Why would we offer anything less than authentic reading for our students? #G2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@franmcveigh Thanks Fran #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: Discuss what basal HAS, but also what basal is MISSING (usually great leads or endings; usually voice). #g2great

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@ritaplatt that would definitely work! :) #G2Great

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2: Overheard a 14 year teacher say, "What are those things called? Basals? I think?" Awesome moment! #G2great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: Show them a good model school. Show them HOW to use read books to teach with. Not all teachers know how. #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: communicate communicate communicate - that it is OK #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Get to know your readers, let your students guide book choices and your instructions. #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: Ts: Trust your experience- kids R kids: new methods will overwhelm & then wow- but we all have wisdom & valuable insights #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Help teachers become voracious readers of all levels and types of books. We all need to become BOOK WHISPERS to make it work! #G2Great

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Have a discussion about what we value- why do we read? What do we want our students to get from reading? How do we do this? #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@girlworld4 @as4myers amen sister. #G2Great

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@ritaplatt anthologies yes,but they're often books you would find in the bargain bin at Ollie's. Not bad, but not great either. #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

#g2great A3: Get the teachers to read. Don’t allow an excuse for no time. Kids books go quickly. Start book clubs & seed the libraries.

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: provide reading and resources #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Kids sort and label books in the classroom together! It is their library. They need to own it! #G2Great https://t.co/rMe0RbD8Rz

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 Build a team of support. Change is not always easy so respect is important with any decision. #g2great

spiraledu Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#G2Great I love the concepts of: Authors First. Let's have students write about what they want to read! Blends the two subjects into one :)

Mwallauerteach Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Hi all! Mary- 2nd grade T from NJ jumping in late but so eager to catch up! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

This is a human right #g2great https://t.co/P2E2TRwoPw

Tim_ONeill_18 Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

.@hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward A3 Because we all deserve authentic literature with beautiful language and depth within story! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Fabulous @TheSammer88 she is also amazing...if we let literature do the magic...actually so simple. #G2Great https://t.co/w3ObadsW1w

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@girlworld4 @suzrolander my public speaking teacher has been reading Book Love by @pennykittle and he's really taken it to heart #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@ritaplatt #G2Great I love the kids in baskets visual!

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: Embrace change! Focus on students, change is for them not us. Even when it is uncomfortable. That is growth! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2: Never understood the basal or the anthology, authentic literature prepares students to be successful citizens #G2Great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: start by filling your rooms with books and more books. variety in every genre. #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: focus on national reading panels recommendations #G2Great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: We can teach standards with different stories. We need to walk away from the one story fits all mindset. #G2Great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2 Great T set the tone, by offering a variety books in the clrm library, Ss will develop connection & grow to love reading as well #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: More- get to know the IDs of the readers in your CR. Give them time and space to discover who they are as readers. Build ID. #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: Ask @MGrimTeach and @TheSammer88 for arguments in favor of the change! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty @MaryEhrenworth I know they changed my life. #g2great #tcrwp

Doyle_Teaching7 Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2 students connect with authors and stories when it's outside the basal; it's real to our students. #g2great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3. Trust students. Engagement and learning will increase with choice. We kid ourselves into thinking "control" is the answer. #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: let Ss have a voice in learning #G2Great

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 make a point by inviting all teachers to bring their favorite basal that they themselves are reading. #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#g2great Make sure there’s ample PD so teachers understand the workshop model and begin to get comfortable with giving up control.

althiell Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: First step is to discuss our beliefs about reading. Why read? Who is a reader? What books have stuck with you? #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@ByrneLearning @nicbroz I agree #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

And what is that memory like @mindi_r ? #G2Great https://t.co/trqMX3ywMG

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#g2great A2: Hard for me to answer this one. I’ve never used a basal in my 22 years of teaching. I only remember reading ahead as a kid.

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Bskye26 @Kari_Yates I'll second that! #simplestarts #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Such a fantastic idea! #g2great https://t.co/kmReCh7xTO

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @mollienye72 We have book holidays when books are released as movies. Kids love excitement about books on big screen #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#G2Great My principal gives us $$$ each year to replenish our libraries. BOOKS matter. https://t.co/COFIiQKBuH

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 GET BOOKS! You can’t build a house w/o tools & you can’t instill a book mindset unless it’s raining books! #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Open-honest discussions that are collaborative. Start w/ this question-how often are Ss actually reading during the school day? #G2Great

sroeck319 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Attend your state's reading convention to immerse yourself in ideas, strategies, professional books, and children's books! #G2Great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@as4myers especially for the Ss who understood it on Monday! #g2great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3. Be patient with yourself and each other. Change takes time, courage, and teamwork. #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3:take advantage of going to observe Ts who are using lit in a workshop. And follow these great people on Thursday nights!! #G2Great

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A2 Some Ts like the structure of a basal--but for you older folks, how many reread Dick and Jane? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I go into lots of classrooms & yet I don’t recall EER seeing a JOYFULLY delivered basal lesson. Just saying’ #G2Great

JenJonesPBC Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3 #G2Great Ts & As must trust pedagogy abt literacy instruction to get started. Then, build expertise together to teach readers, not books!

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Take student reading interest surveys & then build a great classroom library! #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@suzrolander #g2great I was so starved for books, I didn’t mind. I also played school with them. But I don’t believe that should be the norm

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 you're cracking me up. #g2great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Simply bring in books and watch kids react. Ask Ts about their reading life. Bet it involves books! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q3: Fill the classroom libraries w/ many high interest, beautifully written, real bks. Step back & watch engagement with ss. #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q3: My first recommendation would be to build an a amazing library full of choice. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Start with WHY! A SHIFT implies valuing those practices & knowing our purpose. Build BELIEFS before starting the journey! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Reading volume...and interest right? @MGrimTeach #G2Great https://t.co/BdsHLAgpuI

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2: Outside of interest/motivation, Basals can’t possibly provide the level of reading volume Ss desperately need. #G2Great

MrsSokolowski Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#G2Great Coming in late! Hello friends! Kathleen, 3rd grade, NY

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

The best way to become a stronger reader is TO READ!!! <3 #G2Great https://t.co/iosbwLF9QA

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Open-honest discussions that are collaborative. Start w/ this question-how often are Ss actually reading during the school day? #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: As well as the basal that they are RE-Reading because it is so awesome! (wink) #G2Great @KeithEGarvert https://t.co/ST1QrOZRAz

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 make a point by inviting all teachers to bring their favorite basal that they themselves are reading. #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: answer the ultimate question reading - #whatsbestforkids #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Many trs don't read 4 fun. They are scared 2 teach w/o trs guide. We need to nurture &. coach them #g2great https://t.co/MbvV7exDyb

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A2 Basal limit possibilities for discussion. So little need to think out of the box. No choice #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Absolutely @jenmcdonough94 "kids sort and label books" makes ss invested and eager to read. #G2Great https://t.co/pTwUOkqrij

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Kids sort and label books in the classroom together! It is their library. They need to own it! #G2Great https://t.co/rMe0RbD8Rz

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Know your library, kids need help finding good fits. Books are no good sitting on shelves #g2great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#G2Great A3That Ts were given an ample budget to stock their classroom with a diverse set of books that appeal to many and Ss reqsts honored

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Student work is the BEST work! LOVE! #g2great https://t.co/l3czLbGKQG

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Ss owned classroom libraries. Let kids sort, label and sell the books to each other. They need to own it to know wh… https://t.co/yBMi2fi3rR

JoCSin603 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Would you please clearly articulate why we would need to do this? What evidence do you have this program can teach our kids? #G2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@KeithEGarvert funny but true #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Many teachers don't know how to teach without a basal. Definite learning curve for many. #g2great https://t.co/LqyuTF8RSV

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3: Show them a good model school. Show them HOW to use read books to teach with. Not all teachers know how. #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 #tcrwp #G2Great They changed my life too. Thank you TC! https://t.co/u6MkPdpPme

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty @MaryEhrenworth I know they changed my life. #g2great #tcrwp

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: get to know your Ss so you can provide bks for them; save money to buy bks; become friends with a librarian! #g2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Learn from the experts! @MGrimTeach @TheSammer88 #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Allowing Ss to advocate for what works and what doesn't is a necessity. Silencing them doesn't mollify any problems #G2Great

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@ritaplatt or this #G2Great https://t.co/KNdPi69F2R

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#g2great PLN you are all such a force for good smart teaching. You fill me up and give me strength. Thank you for sharing your brilliance

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Our rdg. should be like real life and real life is not scripted.Students need to have a voice and learning should be in the moment #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@SueShill56 maybe some still do:) great point #G2Great

Jhermes901 Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3. Begin with the standards, move to examining student need through data and assessment, then consider resources! #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Basals take the place of a teacher. Bad news! Don’t rely on scripts; rely on real learning! #G2Great https://t.co/fvNIJmFGCF

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Professional decision making fades into the background w/a rigid script. It’s our responsibility to know kids & lit… https://t.co/l7SXGFt4Mh

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3: follow @MrSchuReads @ProfessorNana @theyarnpodcast #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 Offer ongoing support! This SHIFT will only count if it’s grounded in best practices that will translate to success. #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 work to make the transition easy for students and continue to help students love to read! #G2Great

Mwallauerteach Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3Plan a teacher lit night/day pd-basals in bins. compare 2 seting up bins w/amazing pic books.which would T's choose?why?authentic #g2great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 Allow Ss to feel more included in learning, the more choice they have the more they will stay engaged the better results #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@suzrolander #g2great Absolutely! I am in no way advocating for the use of basals!

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#g2great a3.I would recommend getting to know your ss and what they enjoy to read,create a liibrary with tons a books with different genres

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward no teacher intentionally tries to put off students, but sometimes basals can make that hard to see #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@jenniferkmiller @MGrimTeach yes and reflect #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: So VERY important, Kara! @pranikoff #g2great https://t.co/PXckkSTFof

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3: Simply bring in books and watch kids react. Ask Ts about their reading life. Bet it involves books! #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A2: You'll probably save about a million dollars #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Choice is so important! #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Donors Choose is a wonderful resource for books! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Tell us more Rita. #G2Great https://t.co/ZcoRhofwpj

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@brennanamy @mjjohnson1216 The "Book Boutique" #G2Great https://t.co/kAhRhIpq9d

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 visit classroom where basal readers are no longer used! Throw away work books please #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@Teachr4 We need to love trs as we love sts and help them learn to do better. Wrote about it in @middleweb #g2great https://t.co/MbvV7exDyb

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3. Center your attention on getting books into the hands of students - the rest will follow. #G2Great https://t.co/0KLkb1Vfoj

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: at what point will others wake up to the fact we're trained professionals w/the knowledge as to how to teach reading!? #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@gvtechteach thank you! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

And so often it’s not their choice to do so Jeromey. But when it’s mandated we CLOSE doors - not open them! #G2Great https://t.co/ffXFzEFNzZ

jersheets Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: Ts are professions - don't strap them with district adopted texts #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Yes! I had two projects for book clubs funded last year! #G2Great https://t.co/A76QZtvDeQ

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Donors Choose is a wonderful resource for books! #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Amen! @mjjohnson1216 #G2Great https://t.co/B6e22Eq27h

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3. Center your attention on getting books into the hands of students - the rest will follow. #G2Great https://t.co/0KLkb1Vfoj

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Follow people like @pernilleripp, @MrSchuReads, @inkyelbows @joshfunkbooks @nerdybookclub who will lead the way! #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Free book store in what was once my "office." Kids "shop" all the time. Thx to grants and donations. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#tcrwp + #G2Great a powerful combination. https://t.co/tduSSIWrsx

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
@hayhurst3 #tcrwp #G2Great They changed my life too. Thank you TC! https://t.co/u6MkPdpPme
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
  
  @donohoe_kitty @MaryEhrenworth I know they changed my life. #g2great #tcrwp

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Must respectfully disagree. Libraries are like static websites. Full of great info, but no one uses them. #G2Great https://t.co/8f4mVAWE7e

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Take student reading interest surveys & then build a great classroom library! #G2Great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: Administrators must trust Ts to TEACH & take risks while guiding collaborative conversations that focus on standards $ S needs. #G2Great

althiell Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: Resist the urge to jump to nuts and bolts; they’ll come in time. Build a shared understanding of why you’re making the shift. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

.@PWickster this is the million $ question right? Ts need to believe in the value of indep. reading #G2Great https://t.co/5CmdGMj2tL

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Open-honest discussions that are collaborative. Start w/ this question-how often are Ss actually reading during the school day? #G2Great

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Sorry to leave - need to finish a project for grad school! Great chat so far!! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Book boutique. LOVE IT! #G2Great https://t.co/MlyuqcMKpm

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Free book store in what was once my "office." Kids "shop" all the time. Thx to grants and donations. #G2Great

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: Build your lib. then go to @TCRWP summer inst. The fast track to making the transition. Until then, observe Ts who do workshop. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@althiell It's all about The Why! https://t.co/xOX8qE7sWD #G2Great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A4: Agree 110%, engaging books are create the loveof reading, and readers of our future #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Absolutely @mindi_r #G2Great https://t.co/KzI5Oqp57n

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@suzrolander #g2great Absolutely! I am in no way advocating for the use of basals!

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3 Mem Fox suggests a basal bonfire #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 #G2Great #tcrwp They are the wind in my sails! https://t.co/dmek6uUdjA

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
#tcrwp + #G2Great a powerful combination. https://t.co/tduSSIWrsx
- donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
  
  @hayhurst3 #tcrwp #G2Great They changed my life too. Thank you TC! https://t.co/u6MkPdpPme
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
  
  @donohoe_kitty @MaryEhrenworth I know they changed my life. #g2great #tcrwp

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mollienye72 You're so right. I'm thankful to be in a district that encourages teachers' judgement and flexibility!!! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

This is how we get to agency, this is how we really learn to read. #g2Great @ToriBachman @DrMaryHoward @drgravityg https://t.co/4OUlDIfEe2

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Our rdg. should be like real life and real life is not scripted.Students need to have a voice and learning should be in the moment #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

I can't think of a memorable basal story I've ever read, I can however list off many books that have left an impact on me #G2Great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A4: that is the golden ticket. don't forget to ask your students for their input as well #G2Great

BCEdneighbors Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: create the research. All T teach a fav book, story, poem. Gather observation & data from T & S. Reflect! Make the case! #G2Great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3. Keep building an amazing classroom library. Simple Starts free online Appendix A is filled with ideas. #g2great https://t.co/sQtBfAtHFv

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Make it clear that reading worksheets and talking about how to read don't count. So many reading related activities! #G2Great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A4: Yep! #g2great :-)

gvtechteach Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: We are fortunate we have several teachers that challenge kids and offer competitions for finishing Award Winning Lists #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#g2great A3: Read @JSerravallo books. Ways to confer and strategies to teach readers using their book choices.

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@daniellemonroy7 knowing your ss will help you bring out the best in their reading with the books they will love #G2Great

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

There is no joy like the excitement you see on students' faces when they have a choice of books they love and are interested in #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Love it. I can’t retweet this enough times! #G2Great https://t.co/wkZjNLCfk7

althiell Oct 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: You don’t curl up with a good basal. It’s a supplement at best. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3; Be a Reader yourself! Then you will teach what you love! #g2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: Find your tribe. Where are your personal supports? @SueShill56 #G2Great https://t.co/l8Ilo1d8l6

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Follow people like @pernilleripp, @MrSchuReads, @inkyelbows @joshfunkbooks @nerdybookclub who will lead the way! #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

We are looking for shifts right @Kari_Yates @PWickster poco a poco change happens. #G2Great https://t.co/sWh0MalXjf

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3. Be patient with yourself and each other. Change takes time, courage, and teamwork. #G2Great

GrundlerArt Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#G2Great we'd love to have you join us for #K12ArtChat in 30 minutes! https://t.co/pgvkK6WY8b

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#G2Great #4 The books that we read MUST speak to students so that they connect to the book AND enjoy reading! Read for FUN!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 ‘You can lead a horse to water’... Read-aloud gives them a THIRST for books & repeated practice quenches it. #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

@tegesdal Why? Who decided? I'd love to speak about the standards my kids meet using picture books. Real books! Real learning! #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 So true,Ss should have access to all diff types of reading materials, Mirror the real world, recipes,articles,manuals ect!! #G2Great

PWickster Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#G2Great So True!! https://t.co/rixg4P899r

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Make it clear that reading worksheets and talking about how to read don't count. So many reading related activities! #G2Great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3. Keep asking questions. Connect with as many people as you can with workshop experience. #G2Great

chrisp16 Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

@KeithEGarvert Wise woman. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Great advice Sue! #G2Great https://t.co/3RMzuyTjep

SueShill56 Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Follow people like @pernilleripp, @MrSchuReads, @inkyelbows @joshfunkbooks @nerdybookclub who will lead the way! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 I can't think of a memorable basal story I've ever read, I can however list off many books that have left an impact on me #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

.@PWickster @pranikoff this is so true. #G2Great https://t.co/ofnmyCEwtZ

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Start with WHY! A SHIFT implies valuing those practices & knowing our purpose. Build BELIEFS before starting the journey! #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#G2Great A4 Our humanity is what connects us and enticing books challenge us to think, feel, learn and connect.

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4 😍 we need to have these options and choices 4 ss if we want thm to grow to love reading and school. #G2Great

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: A variety of books are important to have, but these books need to be interesting and eye popping, and attract students. #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Would you care to elaborate on this response? curious as to why no one uses your library? #g2great https://t.co/159DRRzX8C

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Must respectfully disagree. Libraries are like static websites. Full of great info, but no one uses them. #G2Great https://t.co/8f4mVAWE7e
- LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT
  
  A3: Take student reading interest surveys & then build a great classroom library! #G2Great

StephanieKlein7 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg @LiteracyLoverPT We have to make reading relevant in the digital age. Definitely a challenge #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Yes...there is a lot of wasted time there, but yet so many say, "there just isn't enough time." #G2Great https://t.co/GXngHstjCk

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Make it clear that reading worksheets and talking about how to read don't count. So many reading related activities! #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: @TheSammer88 Spokesperson for great books! #G2Great https://t.co/dQ1Ptj5DWM

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi @MrsSokolowski great to see you! #G2Great https://t.co/JNpY3X8l8c

MrsSokolowski Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#G2Great Coming in late! Hello friends! Kathleen, 3rd grade, NY

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A3: Instructional Coaches can be huge in supporting Ts in this work. I wish everyone had them! #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Love that @kristinack1 #G2Great https://t.co/xVOHmgBCUM

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#G2Great A4 Our humanity is what connects us and enticing books challenge us to think, feel, learn and connect.

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: We talk big about ENGAGEMENT, but don’t practice what we preach. Why? USE BOOKS. #G2Great

willmelbye Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Ts need to utilize leveled readers and other supplemental pieces to enhance the basal!! #G2Great https://t.co/6O5Tu9zeZg

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Many teachers don't know how to teach without a basal. Definite learning curve for many. #g2great https://t.co/LqyuTF8RSV
- ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
  
  A3: Show them a good model school. Show them HOW to use read books to teach with. Not all teachers know how. #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

As Ts we don't always realize the power of modeling. My parents took books everywhere. Now even at bank I have a book to read. #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#G2Great A4 Enticing books can be utilized in every subject.

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: We need to make sure that ALL schools realize that “enticing books are the ‘instructional heartbeat’ of excellent schools.” #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

So grateful you came. we’re here every Thursday and would love to see you again1 #G2Great https://t.co/TWbdPZoqa6

abbieckennedy Oct 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Sorry to leave - need to finish a project for grad school! Great chat so far!! #G2Great

as4myers Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Fill your schools w/literature that Ts ❤️too. Their passion for reading will shine through when modeling with a great book! #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: always one great #librarian away from connecting Ss with a #greatbook #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#g2great A4: I saw the difference well-stocked CR libraries have made in my JH. The whole vibe around reading changed.

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A3: Have to share again. Coaching matters! Trs want to do better. #g2great @middleweb https://t.co/MbvV7exDyb https://t.co/NETltuFLpS

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A3: Instructional Coaches can be huge in supporting Ts in this work. I wish everyone had them! #G2Great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Q4 Books are the reading Ts most important tool and administrators need to put and keep books in the budget.Every year.Every class. #g2great

TTMobile_us Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#G2Great is now trending in USA, ranking 48

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

When kids ask me for certain books, I get them right away. If they want to read, I get them the books that will keep them reading #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@kristinack1 if we want to teach empathy we have to teach literacy #G2Great

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#G2Great A3: really tough questions for me. I fear the book is going the way of vinyl records.

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@mindi_r PD is a must that's where my district went wrong #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski so glad you're with us Kathleen. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: How can we expect ss to be avid readers if we don't supply them with rich, varied, interesting texts? We want that as readers. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 We have it backwards. We give striving readers isolated skill & drill when book immersion is our #1 goal! #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: A literate school environment starts&ends w/ books. Ss will learn in spite of us if we create structures that naturally engage. #G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#g2great A4 Without massive doses, you may not attract everyone. Ss need supply to keep pulling from to really grow a fascination w reading

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@chrisp16 And you will be able to put the right books into the right student's hands! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

This makes me think of my friend @jdsniadecki #G2Great https://t.co/1b5KGAHkFC

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: always one great #librarian away from connecting Ss with a #greatbook #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg @LiteracyLoverPT that's sad to hear. Our school library is a vibrant space w/a librarian that instilled book ❤️.#G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: This is great and what books do for Ss and what great educators create for Ss #G2Great https://t.co/AOEbudywgV

jenniferkmiller Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Ongoing PD to continually refine practice and to maintain consistency is very important too. #G2Great https://t.co/H46oevWG36

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#g2great Make sure there’s ample PD so teachers understand the workshop model and begin to get comfortable with giving up control.

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4: Open concept libraries with LOTS of gr8 books is key. Thrift stores offer TERRIFIC books on the cheap. #G2Great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A3 making a room a book room. Easy access and make it a go to place & find their adventure in books #G2Great https://t.co/EXwQj6wkeT

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg Not static. Used because it changes; my library is loved b/c I depend on the Ss to help me with it. #g2great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

The single most important area to teach into - EMPATHY! Literacy is the magic key to unlock this door! #G2Great https://t.co/g1KILCfFOZ

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@kristinack1 if we want to teach empathy we have to teach literacy #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@JillDerosa #g2great I do the same. I’ll spend $$$$ at our book fair next week getting the books the kids think we should add to our lib.

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#g2great this means that books that ss enjoy reading and are interested in , will determine how students view reading in the future

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4:Ss need to know there is a whole world of books to discover, if we hook them the opportunities are infinite. #G2Great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Great books, blank paper, and student-centered teaching. These are the things that great literacy instruction are made of. . . #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q5 in one minute #G2Great https://t.co/pN0gXZAxUu

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 If we REALLY want to grow readers then books are the seed, water, & sunshine that helps them blossom. #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Love that phrase -- the "instructional heartbeat" ! Keeps reading alive and readers moving forward. #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 Yes! No great classroom can function without plenty of quality books! #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q4: Surround ss with bks they'll want to read. Every classroom needs an amazing collection of books in a variety of genres & topics.#G2Great

DrLMaucione Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

The right book at the right time can make all the difference for a S. If we have lots of bks we can make that happen. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@Teachr4 This is a whole 'nother #g2great chat in in itself, don't you think?

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 Absolutely, great books have an even greater impact on learning! #G2Great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#g2great Teachers need more voice in designing their PD to meet genuine needs.

PamKou Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hard working, dedicated Ts need support in making instructional shifts- even when enthusiasm is present. consistent PD is a must. #G2Great

gvtechteach Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: We have a teacher that has a READ box in her room. The students love it and is similar to this #G2Great #nkcchat https://t.co/52t8aU2scI

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward #g2great Allington told us long ago that the way to improve reading is to read MORE! Toss the worksheets & crosswords!

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Retweet this for sure! #g2great https://t.co/imBI11fkrl

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: A literate school environment starts&ends w/ books. Ss will learn in spite of us if we create structures that naturally engage. #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@Coll437 yes! Students input and leading them to great book choices leads to happy lifelong readers #G2Great

lynnahagen Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward #G2Great Even in HIGH SCHOOL!!!

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 Gr8 classroom libraries. Thrift shops, @DonorsChoose, book orders, all great! #G2Great

willmelbye Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@JillDerosa #G2Great Ask your admin too! They may say they don't have $ but they will find it for kids!! Promise you that!

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@Teachr4 @ritaplatt we need more classes on the teaching reading at the college level and PD for current teachers #G2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Let's face it, some books are better than others. I recall hating to wait till it was my turn to get the coveted book from library #g2great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: I truly believe I can't have enough books. I find myself buying a few 😉 each week. It's all for the kids. It's worth it! #G2Great

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 the school library should be a living soul at every school #G2Great

krysten_naum Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#G2Great #5 Discover the children interests & supply them with what they love and they will always want to read :)

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I’ve been so disturbed by watching banalized read-aloud w/scripted questions. Not a lots of joy going on there! #G2Great

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey #g2great leaders! Greg- K, MD. Joining in rather late, but ready to engage. Hope all are well.

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward agree - every isolated skill should result in a book read #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@lynnahagen @DrMaryHoward LOL especially HS #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Lucky me, I get to write the blog this week about tonight’s chat for our Literacy Lenses Blog! Yay! I cannot wait #G2Great @MGrimTeach

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Teacher training is a must so Ts can feel confident and supported in making change! #G2Great https://t.co/NeSJNYsADW

PamKou Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hard working, dedicated Ts need support in making instructional shifts- even when enthusiasm is present. consistent PD is a must. #G2Great

MrsPageTurner Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Been lurking on the feed, so jumping in late. Renee, librarian in NC. Love kids, reading, and kids who read! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Yes time is the least of our problems if we chose to fritter it away! #G2great https://t.co/oITCU6m7NO

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Yes...there is a lot of wasted time there, but yet so many say, "there just isn't enough time." #G2Great https://t.co/GXngHstjCk
- irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  
  @MGrimTeach Make it clear that reading worksheets and talking about how to read don't count. So many reading related activities! #G2Great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5: Use authentic books in lessons, model how literature can be essential in everyday life #G2Great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 I blve it strts w/ knowing UR ss. U need 2 tk time 2 figure out what each ss likes and guide thm in the dirctn of good fit books #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 First of all we need MASSIVE DOSES of the best books we can find. It should be our #1 financial/energy expenditure. #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5Loved reading Donalyn Miller's The Book Whisperer, books &reading are a priority (Even reading while waiting for school pics).. #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Creating a classroom that prioritizes reading and its so important that nothing can compromise it. #G2Great

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hook kids into series. Ask what they want to read about and hit the public library. Books need to be in every corner of the room! #g2great

PamKou Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Off to tuck in kids. So glad I got a chance to be a part of this amazing chat & group tonight #G2Great

mistylambb Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Dr. Jeromey Sheets: A4: always one great #librarian away from connecting Ss with a #greatbook #G2Great https://t.co/1MnELjJgja

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: always one great #librarian away from connecting Ss with a #greatbook #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

YES @DrMaryHoward we need to give the striving readers > time reading, not less right @PWickster #G2Great https://t.co/TM9DGsZryG

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 We have it backwards. We give striving readers isolated skill & drill when book immersion is our #1 goal! #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@gvtechteach very nice #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

“Be not afraid.” I think fear holds Ts back. Schools: spend the money on AUTHENTIC texts. You’ll be glad you did! #g2great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach I know! You're so right. We've got to make silent reading and read-aloud times sacred every day. #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@Kari_Yates #g2great Yep. That’s all I need. If I have books, paper, and writing utensils, I can get kids to read, write & grow as lrnrs

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

When we embrace our own writing, our Ss writing grows, as well ;) #G2Great https://t.co/3pO89CVR1b

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Lucky me, I get to write the blog this week about tonight’s chat for our Literacy Lenses Blog! Yay! I cannot wait #G2Great @MGrimTeach

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4: Absolutely @ruswalsh Books to read not paper "shut up sheets" (a la @DFISHERSDSU ) #G2Great https://t.co/z3V3susyRL

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@jdsniadecki Absolutely! #g2great

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hello! Just discovered the chat. Making a shift towards reading workshop teaching with teaches at my site. #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: Know your Ss. What do they like/dislike? It’s not about a specific genre, author,etc. It’s about eyes on text & reading volume. #G2Great

althiell Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4: Getting the right book - a real book - in the hands of the the right student at the right time is key. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@jenjmcdonough So true! Teachers need support and collaborative time to think and plan this work #G2Great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#g2great I like to think of great literature as nourishing. Basalt offer slim pickins

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5. Give the classroom library center stage. It should be the heart and soul of the classroom. https://t.co/2N6MWOIUOh #g2great

lynnahagen Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#g2great So many great questions tonight, but darn, I need to get my kids to bed! I'll read about it later!

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#G2Great A4: I love the statement, but can't help but wonder about the media used for the book.

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4 Good hi/lo books (authentic ones) for 4th through high school https://t.co/wbVELtEVgP #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

You have got this chat thing down friend! #G2Great https://t.co/Ew9YYly7r5

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Yes. Connect with a like-minded educator and experiment together. Trust what you see in your classroom and your rea… https://t.co/pPhIZfsF4l
- Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT
  
  A3. Keep asking questions. Connect with as many people as you can with workshop experience. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@ruswalsh #edcamps are great for this! #G2Great

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A 4 If a child gets the right book in their hand. They will crave more reading and more books #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

So many new educators in here tonight! So glad they took time out of their busy lives to join #G2Great! https://t.co/3nCpvYZbei

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Building on budding student curiosity. When the text is relevant, interesting, greater desire to engage and read. #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: #libraries should be as favorite place - time of day and what is talked about when Ss go home #G2Great

willmelbye Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@Teachr4 FYI I HATE worksheets. It's less about the worksheets and more about authentic text and primary documents. #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#G2Great A5 Dust off your library cards, use up your Scholastic points, and invest in Amazon Prime. Readers need access to engaging books.

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: Have a great library with a variety of books that interest students. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 It’s not enough to get books in their hands at school. We must also get them in their hands at HOME! #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@mollienye72 I built my new 3rd grade library from scratch this summer. 1000+ books.I don’t even want to think about the $$ so far #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@jenjmcdonough Series are a powerful way to grow readers for life. That hooked me! Ss become stronger readers through series #G2Great

sroeck319 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I spend a lot of my own money building up my classroom library. I watch what kids read and make even more suggestions. #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Programs do not create readers, it is teachers who live and share a literate life. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Yes Jen because a trail of book is sure to follow. Author’s too! #G2Great https://t.co/tfuMLn4mLB

jenjmcdonough Oct 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hook kids into series. Ask what they want to read about and hit the public library. Books need to be in every corner of the room! #g2great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A4: Gr8 books 4 engaging African American boys https://t.co/hpfSsgaklW #G2Great

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward This is critical! Also critical for Ps to understand language is no barrier. Reading together w/ Ss... #g2great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: If we truly care about volume, don’t rule out magazines, newspapers, & other modes. #G2Great

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Books are the magic fairy dust of engagement! With books they care about anything is possible. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT

.@DrMaryHoward you might have earned yet another place on the mirror! #G2Great https://t.co/sz9WAQ9UkM

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 If we REALLY want to grow readers then books are the seed, water, & sunshine that helps them blossom. #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: High interest, high choice, lots of talk about what is interesting and enticing. Believe every child has lots of book to love. #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q5: Kids need book in their hands. Books they can and want to read. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q5: We must know our ss as readers; what genre, subject, type of bk makes them tick. Then we connect them https://t.co/owLvDufvm0 #G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#g2great A6 easy access to knowledge, entertainment, and literacy development. Free access as to remove any obstacles. free choice. purpose

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: Books - beg, borrow, beg, borrow, trade. Ask Ss how to get more books! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I’ll take it! #G2Great https://t.co/N7jngCWBsE

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
.@DrMaryHoward you might have earned yet another place on the mirror! #G2Great https://t.co/sz9WAQ9UkM
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT
  
  A4 If we REALLY want to grow readers then books are the seed, water, & sunshine that helps them blossom. #G2Great

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward ...in any language, and having real dialogue about the text, builds stronger readers. #g2great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@willmelbye Gotcha. thanks for clarifying! #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I tell Ss lots of stories of my childhood and adventures that tied in with books. It makes them want to have book adventures too! #g2great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5 Classrooms should be overflowed w/ a variety of books. The more books available, the more likely Ss will pick one up #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Our #g2great chat is making me think about this post from @donalynbooks https://t.co/4WGGovUqQO

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Our #g2great chat is making me think about this post from @donalynbooks https://t.co/km0eusF1UL

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Libraries + imagination = opens the unimaginable #G2Great

brenkrupp Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#G2Great #5 Let my students organize my class books into "their" library. Saw what they loved & they know what book… https://t.co/b4A8gxy0to

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: Know your Ss. What do they like/dislike? It’s not about a specific genre, author,etc. It’s about eyes on text & reading volume. #G2Great

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5 Bring back real school librarians!!! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 We can’t BECKON if we beat books to death w/a stick. Actions speak louder than words – what is YOUR message? #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A4: if you want to light a reading fire, intro your kids to Dory Fantasmagory! She's hooked my reluctant readers. They're obsessed #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

The classroom library is the spot that every teacher s/kidwatch #G2Great https://t.co/mmowgkVKcl

Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5. Give the classroom library center stage. It should be the heart and soul of the classroom. https://t.co/2N6MWOIUOh #g2great

madame_lynch Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Thanks @suzrolander for inviting #CDBS01 to the #g2great chat! I'm just taking it all in since it's my first twitter chat & loving it!

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Great to see you @ruswalsh #G2Great https://t.co/EPBnHauQ4H

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#g2great Teachers need more voice in designing their PD to meet genuine needs.

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Taking reading 1 step further. Meeting authors, connecting with other classrooms, visiting or exploring setting in new ways. #G2Great #GRA

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Gotcha. They are still reading, not just physical books. That makes sense. #G2Great https://t.co/wEEuEhlFLf

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Reality in my school: for every 10 Ss that "use" or library, there are 100 Ss that access the same info on a device… https://t.co/wCGhLrXnQu

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes, Greg! #G2Great https://t.co/hC8gsmYStC

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Building on budding student curiosity. When the text is relevant, interesting, greater desire to engage and read. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That made me smile Russ! #G2Great https://t.co/nILOwtprGl

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#g2great I like to think of great literature as nourishing. Basalt offer slim pickins

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@KeithEGarvert can I suggest that tomorrow 3-5 has a basal reader K2 does not we teach kids to love reading then they hate it #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q6 coming up in a minute #G2Great https://t.co/7P92k1DWZK

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward great point #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Totally agree! There are so many forms of reading, it would be foolish to constrain potential readers in any way. #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: Eyes on text are eyes on text. Good habits & behaviors can be practiced on many platforms. #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A6: I find my reluctant readers are not successful in finding the right books. Ts must explicitly teach this skill to those Ss #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@MrsPageTurner Hi Renee, welcome to #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@sroeck319 #g2great That look on a kid’s face when they realize you bought a book for the library because you knew THEY would love it.

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 @MGrimTeach No limits on learning potential! Yes indeed! #g2great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Oh, thanks @DrMaryHoward ! Learning is fun with an encouraging crowd! Can't beat this. #G2Great https://t.co/U3dEUYzpMn

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT
You have got this chat thing down friend! #G2Great https://t.co/Ew9YYly7r5
- pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT
  
  Yes. Connect with a like-minded educator and experiment together. Trust what you see in your classroom and your rea… https://t.co/pPhIZfsF4l
  
  Kari_Yates Oct 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT
  
  A3. Keep asking questions. Connect with as many people as you can with workshop experience. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@ruswalsh We have been taking a real introspective lens to PD working from inside out calling it Learning Communities. #G2Great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5:know Ss,listen,make suggestions,don't give up until you find something they like.make reading your priority,all stems from there #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: The main rewards given in schools should be extra reading time and books. #g2great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

.@PWickster what you are doing at SCDS! You go! #G2Great https://t.co/1H0G68H0Dw

PamKou Oct 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hard working, dedicated Ts need support in making instructional shifts- even when enthusiasm is present. consistent PD is a must. #G2Great

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I like this. But some libraries need a makeover for this to be a reality. #G2Great https://t.co/5LxO7cy7qo

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Libraries + imagination = opens the unimaginable #G2Great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5 Learn Ss likes and dislikes and show them how much books can influence their learning, Ts must model with great literature #G2Great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A6: Fill that CR Library with authentic, engaging books that interest readers of all interests, Weekly School Library visits #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5 Creating a culture of reading is everyone's responsibility, not just ELA teachers. #G2Great

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#g2great a5 Figure out what ss enjoy reading so they will want to read.

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward We do make time for what we value, isn’t that true in all parts of our lives? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

The fact that we’re trending shows how impt this topic is. Books are the heart & soul of the classroom. W/o our heart we all lose! #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: YES, reading habits require eyes on text. Text looks different! That's a good thing! #G2Great @MGrimTeach https://t.co/XcMLr3z2XU

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5: Eyes on text are eyes on text. Good habits & behaviors can be practiced on many platforms. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@madame_lynch @suzrolander We are so glad you joining our chat Erica. #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: Read with kids. Listen to them read. Laugh about books with them! It makes a HUGE difference. #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Marvelous! Your team must be so very proud of what they are moving toward! #G2Great https://t.co/2EkcRjTIBO

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@ruswalsh We have been taking a real introspective lens to PD working from inside out calling it Learning Communities. #G2Great

MrsPageTurner Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@brennanamy @jenjmcdonough I also try to be ready with "if you like___ try ____" so students have something to move to next #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

We are a constant in a child's life as a T , we never know what home will be but at school we can grow the love of reading. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@NicoleTread514 Yes, we need to know our students and know our impact on their learning #g2great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A6: To mimic what literate households look like for ALL students. #G2Great

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: High interest books for Ss! #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

That is my kind of diet! #g2great https://t.co/8X45gTswAX

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#g2great I like to think of great literature as nourishing. Basalt offer slim pickins

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 KEY FACTORS: voluminous, varied, organized, accessible. Let kids play a major role in that production. #G2Great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 filling them with choice and variety. Making sre every ss can hve acess to bks tht interests them personally #G2Great

kristinack1 Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@MrsPageTurner @brennanamy @jenjmcdonough #G2Great Agreed!

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

YES! Like it or not, we ARE all reading teachers. Let's all strive to be good ones. #G2Great https://t.co/FKfiFtGu4w

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5 Creating a culture of reading is everyone's responsibility, not just ELA teachers. #G2Great

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty This is so true! #g2great

Ladywolf2014 Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

And programs. NO MORE PROGRAMS! #G2Great authentic, raw, learning/reading experiences https://t.co/UrnrE1i58B

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

When I retired I left many hundreds of books so that kinders would see the joy I had n my love of reading & share that w/them #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Always make room for kidwatching during independent reading. Be a fly on the wall & you’d be amazing at what you learn! #G2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6: A classroom library helps Ss build a TBR pile.... How many of us have TBR pileS? LOL #G2Great The next book is always on deck!

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

For sure. Literacy just looks different these days :) #G2Great https://t.co/pdNha6PnMO

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Gotcha. They are still reading, not just physical books. That makes sense. #G2Great https://t.co/wEEuEhlFLf
- PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
  
  Reality in my school: for every 10 Ss that "use" or library, there are 100 Ss that access the same info on a device… https://t.co/wCGhLrXnQu

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg True. But makeovers are FUN. Need time and care to do it. SOOOO worth it. Check the standards! Meet them! #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 The classroom library should be a constant source FILLED with authentic engaging books #G2Great

Mrs_Gutshall Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach How can we ignite passion at home for reading when reading isn't a priority at home? #G2Great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#g2great Learning Communities have great potential. Unleash the power of the professionals in the building. https://t.co/cTccVnx5ck

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@ruswalsh We have been taking a real introspective lens to PD working from inside out calling it Learning Communities. #G2Great

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#g2great a6. have a variety of books to meet the needs of all students interests, students can sign out books to read at home.

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#G2Great https://t.co/WwZcTE7Hah

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 1 @ 8:07 AM EDT

My Ss love #BookBingo #satchat https://t.co/VBPj5UZ8T5

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q6: Allow choice, consider comfort, build community by creating a classroom gathering place, and create anchor charts. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 All working and learning together, @brooke_geller w/ great inspiration. I attended her session at #TCRWP Summer Inst #g2great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg great point - what we value what communities value is what students need #libraries #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

And you cannot script REAL dialogue can you Greg. Sort of defeats he purpose. #G2Great https://t.co/e3Me8S3d3E

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward ...in any language, and having real dialogue about the text, builds stronger readers. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Yes! #G2Great https://t.co/iW6Oz9P4eM

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
#g2great Learning Communities have great potential. Unleash the power of the professionals in the building. https://t.co/cTccVnx5ck
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
  
  @ruswalsh We have been taking a real introspective lens to PD working from inside out calling it Learning Communities. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Absolutely! #G2Great https://t.co/bzkmrkd6Yc

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward We do make time for what we value, isn’t that true in all parts of our lives? #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6: Access to great books should never be a problem any child faces – regardless of SES. #G2Great

jazzmeister2013 Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Precisely! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 It's all about knowing students and supporting the work. It's not fluff to select books, talk about them & recommend them #G2Great

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6: Invite readers to a cozy place and have a variety of choices #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6: Make kids feel welcome in the library. Always. Smile, laugh, display books well, teach them to check their own books out. #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@franmcveigh #g2great I had kids hoarding books in their book bins. STUFFED so full the books were getting damaged. Good problem, I guess.

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

.@PWickster here it comes again...we spend time on those things we value. #G2Great https://t.co/MkEbQvxOlo

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward We do make time for what we value, isn’t that true in all parts of our lives? #G2Great

PrincipalNyberg Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Right?!!! Can't wait to get started on ours :) #G2Great https://t.co/crIvn4oCNA

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@PrincipalNyberg True. But makeovers are FUN. Need time and care to do it. SOOOO worth it. Check the standards! Meet them! #G2Great

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@ruswalsh yes yes yes! My classroom library books are taped stapled........ always need books #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Trying to finish The Rule of Thre3 for a book talk on my morning show. #g2great What about you? https://t.co/tGqxJjPjKl

DrGLK Oct 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Exactly! What are you reading? https://t.co/bucgkYGi6i

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

find those books in your library that are held together with tape and missing pages, they are the hard loved tomes. Then get more. #G2Great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@mindi_r @franmcveigh hope my furture ss will have this love for books #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@ritaplatt YES! Out with rewards for reading. #G2Great

KeithEGarvert Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 staff meetings in libraries should be banned unless the mtg is centered around teachers sharing their current reads #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 TIME! I’ve seen beautiful libraries sitting unused. Dedicated blocks of time to soak in books is a daily priority! #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6:first fight to keep lib/media specialists in every school library! They matter so much to Ss and Ts. #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: Leading book clubs, community reading events, book give aways, author Skypes #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think the goal should be BLACKOUT! Mark them ALL off! #G2Great @LiteracyLoverPT https://t.co/HVKLtDlvEd

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 1 @ 8:07 AM EDT

My Ss love #BookBingo #satchat https://t.co/VBPj5UZ8T5

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 An extensive library allows more opportunity for connection. Engaging books are more likely to be read outside of school #G2Great

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

People still buy workbooks? #G2Great https://t.co/rfSMSFIDfC

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@brennanamy @jenjmcdonough Love when my grandkids talk 2me about series they are currently reading. #G2Great Elated that they love to read

althiell Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: A library must be designed and well-curated to ultimately support intentional choices on the part of the reader. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@mjjohnson1216 @donohoe_kitty Beautiful, I am honored that you shared them on our #G2Great chat tonight!

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@Bskye26 @franmcveigh It starts with you. Let them know how much you love books & writing and it grows from there. #g2great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@girlworld4 Unless that reward is books or reading. TURBO CHARGE reading! #G2Great

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@JillDerosa me too!! #G2Great thanks @amazon

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: To make children LOVE reading. To make Ss want to pick up a book; not because we are telling them to do so. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Russ’ newest post: Fostering Curiosity in an Age of Accountability is VERY appropriate to #G2Great tonight @ruswalsh https://t.co/AsGJ62gM7C

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#g2great So I hear. https://t.co/ztMQrlIuuu

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
People still buy workbooks? #G2Great https://t.co/rfSMSFIDfC
- ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  
  #g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Ever read the research study about books in the homes of students? https://t.co/9sR0kTKru3 #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 making great book choices and letting children bring books home and explore while getting parents involved in reading #G2Great

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@MrsPageTurner @brennanamy @jenjmcdonough True. Not all Ss naturally become passionate about reading, so Ts must stay ahead of them #G2Great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 Classroom libraries should contain an abundance of text to keep all Ss interested and look forward to reading great books #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach So true! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 Find out what Ss enjoy - what better way to hook Ss than working with them to find the perfect book? #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

yes @DrMaryHoward Just this. Beautifully said. #G2Great https://t.co/GLNGAdwuDg

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 KEY FACTORS: voluminous, varied, organized, accessible. Let kids play a major role in that production. #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: stop leveling st opportunities and increase choice -good books have no levels #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: Want Ss to believe that breathing means having a book to read! That vital to Joyful Life! #G2Great @MGrimTeach https://t.co/HNiJYkquWS

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: To make children LOVE reading. To make Ss want to pick up a book; not because we are telling them to do so. #G2Great

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Has anyone looked into the library Calkins has curated?#G2Great

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: to build life long readers. Authentic conversations that are purposeful and meaning. be real #G2Great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Thank you, Mary #g2great Freat books nurture curiosity. https://t.co/DH6PJ4hZhB

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Russ’ newest post: Fostering Curiosity in an Age of Accountability is VERY appropriate to #G2Great tonight @ruswalsh https://t.co/AsGJ62gM7C

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

.@PWickster kidwatching. Yes. #G2Great https://t.co/LiEPqBRhzS

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Always make room for kidwatching during independent reading. Be a fly on the wall & you’d be amazing at what you learn! #G2great

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

My top page missers! #G2Great https://t.co/O7ghjLlbSU

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@ritaplatt I noticed you tweeted a post you wrote a post about AR. Do you give rewards for points? Haven't gone back to read it yet #g2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@brennanamy @mjjohnson1216 Yes, I love that you shared the books! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

GREAT advice Mac! #G2Great https://t.co/vCXwsKrU1Z

GosnellMac Oct 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

find those books in your library that are held together with tape and missing pages, they are the hard loved tomes. Then get more. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@LisaPaioni Amazing work was done there! So many teachers contributed to that project! Incredible! #G2Great #tcrwp

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q7 in just one more minute #G2Great https://t.co/WCEMqnkl6d

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 Put voluminous enthusiastic reading front & center in your schedule. Time commitment = MAGIC! #G2Great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q6 A classroom library means a child is surrounded by books all day. It shows what the teacher prioritizes too. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

YES! YES! YES! #G2Great https://t.co/Ww4rMFvZPv

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6:first fight to keep lib/media specialists in every school library! They matter so much to Ss and Ts. #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

It's all about resourcefulness...not resources. #G2Great https://t.co/nsrHHrZ2q4

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

You used Book Fairies but there are always options available when we are committed to getting books in kids hands (… https://t.co/7e8Z6vx0gh

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@AMedinaNecci such a great book to get us more in tune with getting our students to be lifelong readers #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 never heard a student share anything about a workbook #G2Great

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@brennanamy thank you I will check it out. May be able to purchase #G2Great

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A7: Provide ss with a wonderful engaging library.Model, ur own love for reading& w , reading & wrtin strategies that will help ss #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Sadly you’d be amazing how prevalent they still are. My heart sinks every time I see one. #G2Great https://t.co/76PlhEm4ei

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
People still buy workbooks? #G2Great https://t.co/rfSMSFIDfC
- ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  
  #g2great imagine all the books we could buy if we stopped buying workbooks.

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@franmcveigh #G2Great I have that pile. https://t.co/xRhu9ShgTG

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6: A classroom library helps Ss build a TBR pile.... How many of us have TBR pileS? LOL #G2Great The next book is always on deck!

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Mic drop! BOOM! #G2Great https://t.co/OMyQqYDh2K

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 never heard a student share anything about a workbook #G2Great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#G2Great I liked to spend a few minutes each Monday book talking a few new titles I was adding to the classroom library. Always worked.

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Gotta go! Northern lights are out! Just got an alert from my #librarysister @MarciaDressel Love you, #g2great peeps!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Did you see this Times article https://t.co/mCR5KayCbo #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward Book Fairies is amazing! Over the summer they delivered so many books for our summer learning collab #SoCoSLC #G2Great

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6: We are building lifelong lovers of reading. Book selection & opportunity to discuss books are vital! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6 Someone's reading level should never disallow Ss from reading a book they want to read. It's hurtful to tell Ss they can't do it #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6: in keeping w/Who's Doing the Work? let Ss organize and label class library. Created instant book love. #G2Great

ritaplatt Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@Teachr4 Yes, "book bucks" to buy books or time helping me in the library. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

.@pranikoff "unleash the power of the professionals in the building." We need to do this. TY @ruswalsh #G2Great https://t.co/mcLuemooz5

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
#g2great Learning Communities have great potential. Unleash the power of the professionals in the building. https://t.co/cTccVnx5ck
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
  
  @ruswalsh We have been taking a real introspective lens to PD working from inside out calling it Learning Communities. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 1st take a long HARD look at what we DO. We can’t say we’re planting book seeds & still justify worksheets. #G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 It ALL begins with US as teachers what we model,share, teach is going to reflect in Ss being readers. It is OUR responsibility #G2Great

NicoleTread514 Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 it's all about time. Knowing where to trim and cut things of a lesser priority. Ss DESERVE to hve the time to read and b read to #G2Great

MSunderman14 Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7: Make this promise by constantly reading in the classrooms and engage with students constantly in reading, writing, and talking. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Definitely Russ! #G2Great https://t.co/F98O7x26ka

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Thank you, Mary #g2great Freat books nurture curiosity. https://t.co/DH6PJ4hZhB
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
  
  Russ’ newest post: Fostering Curiosity in an Age of Accountability is VERY appropriate to #G2Great tonight @ruswalsh https://t.co/AsGJ62gM7C

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7: Start with self-evaluating current practices. Are we talking too much? Doing too much for Ss? Not fostering Ss independence? #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I have more than one! LOL @donohoe_kitty #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Wow! Another to retweet and retweet! This will be expanded in the blog for sure! #G2Great https://t.co/b76PqR7fKY

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT
It's all about resourcefulness...not resources. #G2Great https://t.co/nsrHHrZ2q4
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  You used Book Fairies but there are always options available when we are committed to getting books in kids hands (… https://t.co/7e8Z6vx0gh

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward shocking! #G2Great

smercadobnkst Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

The thought of Book Talks have always interested me. Creating a safe space to talk about what we're reading is essential. #g2great #cdbs01

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@NicoleTread514 And steal every minute you can. My kids know that any spare minute should be filled with reading or writing. #G2Great

MrsPageTurner Oct 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@mindi_r @sroeck319 I give Ss books before they're catalogued if I know it's a match. The books always come back and they love 1st #G2Great

JillDerosa Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Make sure we use our valuable,instructional time to have kids reading,writing and talking- the only way to nurture joyful literacy #g2great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A6 Make books as exciting as anything else out there at school. Find that hook 4each child. It's work, but worth it in the long run #G2Great

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7 "Readers never read 100% of the books we never share." quote by @PaulWHankins Sharing our literacy life is so important! #G2Great

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 Yes! this is the message I am giving to Students teachers and parents.#G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Hey #g2great this is a great resource to share with parents https://t.co/RHIacuT7RR

girlworld4 Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach Our K-3rd have Book Trust via a generous local corporation; $7/month free books/student! https://t.co/onltUJUOrQ #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach #g2great As a coach, I would sometimes use a clock face color coded by who’s talking. A real eye-opener for many tchrs.

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#g2great make reading the anchor activity.

brennanamy - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@jersheets Great point! Why don’t more people recognize this? Things that make you go hmmm….#G2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@franmcveigh #G2Great I have so many that I have storage issues. LOL

charlatanFT Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#G2Great is now trending topic in United States. Get insights with Charlatan for Twitter. https://t.co/wDPgqaPw4G

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7: Be a trailblazer - model for colleagues. Are you reading & writing as an adult? It starts with us. #G2Great

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@smercadobnkst I'm trying this in a few weeks for the first time #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

And one perfect book leads to another…. and another… and another! #G2Great https://t.co/pU86KgRCOG

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 Find out what Ss enjoy - what better way to hook Ss than working with them to find the perfect book? #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Being here tonight you are taking your learning to new levels! #G2great Thank you! https://t.co/ixILRpOZ7W

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

reminds me of Reading in the Wild by @donalynbooks #G2Great https://t.co/ZLewnks4Uc

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A6: Want Ss to believe that breathing means having a book to read! That vital to Joyful Life! #G2Great @MGrimTeach https://t.co/HNiJYkquWS
- MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
  
  A6: To make children LOVE reading. To make Ss want to pick up a book; not because we are telling them to do so. #G2Great

RebeccaMarsick Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A6: classroom libraries also offer ts chance to have their favorites on hand - show ss our passion for reading #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

We don't need a 12 step program - just MORE time to read!!! #g2great @suzrolander https://t.co/e7N2LM4mMA

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Oh @franmcveigh I am in company of books-anonomyus friends like @PWickster @pranikoff TBR piles take up rooms.… https://t.co/wE8wpmCTpf

MrsPageTurner Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@smercadobnkst this year I started Book Bites...a quick script for Ss to complete with a book recommendation and read on annc #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@ruswalsh I like that Russ. #G2Great Reading is the context for all the learning to follow.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I still love comic books and am not ashamed that it’s WELL below my level. Be flexible both ways! #G2Great https://t.co/b0CS2pPNkv

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: stop leveling st opportunities and increase choice -good books have no levels #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Oh @franmcveigh I might need a 12 step program...you were here...you saw the books! Time would be nice! #G2Great https://t.co/f67PWGFHy0

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
We don't need a 12 step program - just MORE time to read!!! #g2great @suzrolander https://t.co/e7N2LM4mMA
- suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT
  
  Oh @franmcveigh I am in company of books-anonomyus friends like @PWickster @pranikoff TBR piles take up rooms.… https://t.co/wE8wpmCTpf

Teachr4 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I think many teachers read, but more shy away from writing. That is just as important. #g2great https://t.co/MVwkqd6J7w

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7: Be a trailblazer - model for colleagues. Are you reading & writing as an adult? It starts with us. #G2Great

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A6:reading isn't a task to complete to win pizza coupons or trivial prizes. Intrinsically motivated readers = lifelong learners. #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Don't assign busy work. Reading and writing always has a point, otherwise it starts to blend together for Ss #G2Great

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q7: Read everyday! #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A6: Libraries should be full of possibility so readers can create large piles of "to be read" books. The goal is to keep momentum. #G2Great

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7: We HAVE TO model being avid readers, show our passion and our excitement about bks. Ss need to hear the buzz. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 Put it into writing! Note when books are at the center of your teaching. You may be shocked but knowledge is power. #G2Great

smercadobnkst Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I personally always found books most interesting when we can learn from each other through discussions. #g2great #cdbs01

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Anyone? #G2Great https://t.co/GNNyeojeHg

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Has anyone looked into the library Calkins has curated?#G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Just wonderful in every way! #g2great https://t.co/jlwFtlRe8h

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Being here tonight you are taking your learning to new levels! #G2great Thank you! https://t.co/ixILRpOZ7W

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7: what we #value (#adults) is what they will value (#students) #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

When we stay full of wonder and love books, our students know it. They know what is genuine and respond. #g2great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 working constantly to better ourselves as teachers and create a reading and writing environment in our classrooms 📚 #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7. Be laser focused on getting books into the hands of students. YOU CAN DO IT! #G2Great https://t.co/vGoIS1gksf

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I am sure it was eye opening! We can go on, and on, and on, and on...#G2Great https://t.co/pV6DeVu8lm

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@MGrimTeach #g2great As a coach, I would sometimes use a clock face color coded by who’s talking. A real eye-opener for many tchrs.

RebeccaMarsick Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A6: thoughts on classroom libraries in hs where ts share classrooms? Systems? Organization? #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@MrsPageTurner @smercadobnkst love it #g2great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Pointless busy work HAS to STOP! AGREE! #G2Great @TheSammer88 https://t.co/mJERs784di

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Don't assign busy work. Reading and writing always has a point, otherwise it starts to blend together for Ss #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

And it can be the very thing that turns the AWAY fro books for good Sam! #G2Great https://t.co/H52yeS74IW

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6 Someone's reading level should never disallow Ss from reading a book they want to read. It's hurtful to tell Ss they can't do it #G2Great

RiceRoom202 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward @jersheets pretty sure Harry Potter is tooo, but he is my fave!! #G2Great

LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I love this idea!!@mindi_r @MGrimTeach #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@AMedinaNecci I couldn't agree more! We lead the way in our classrooms! #G2Great

tamaranicpink Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 Using valuable instructional time as much as possible to have Ss read, will teach them to do the same outside of the clsrm #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@brennanamy yes:) #G2Great

smercadobnkst Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

That way you are continuing to create a community in the classroom and expanding their perspective without leaving the room #g2great #cdbs01

Coll437 Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7: create the environment in your room, model, live it and breathe it. It all begins with you,share your successes and failures, #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A+ A lot of work went into this project! #G2Great https://t.co/Xx6CtqVjFY

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Anyone? #G2Great https://t.co/GNNyeojeHg
- LisaPaioni Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  Has anyone looked into the library Calkins has curated?#G2Great

svoegele11 Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#g2great A7 excitement is contagious. Ss will love learning and look forward to new read alouds, reading and writing workshops-laughter/fun

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@mindi_r @MGrimTeach that's so fantastic. #G2great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward #g2great I LOVE comic books too! https://t.co/BNHZHjlpf3

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
I still love comic books and am not ashamed that it’s WELL below my level. Be flexible both ways! #G2Great https://t.co/b0CS2pPNkv
- jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A6: stop leveling st opportunities and increase choice -good books have no levels #G2Great

PWickster Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#G2Great . Exactly! Do we ask Ts about their personal reading and writing habits when hiring? https://t.co/YLAgJAQWZy

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7: Be a trailblazer - model for colleagues. Are you reading & writing as an adult? It starts with us. #G2Great

daniellemonroy7 Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#g2great A7. Making sure we make time to always read to our students everyday and have class discussions everyday

mjjohnson1216 Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7. Have to end with a special shout out to Richard Allington who taught me SO much about what is truly important in literacy. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#G2Great Challenge coming up in one minute https://t.co/h3CM1ao4h0

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#G2Great Words of Wisdom to ponder https://t.co/knUPmDzFNR

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 Collegial dialogue is critical. Teacher collaboration & support will ensure we’re on the right path. #G2Great

LiteracyLoverPT Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7: Read & discuss the reading in fun & interesting ways everyday! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@jersheets @brennanamy I do love this. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I literally learned to read with Archie Veronica Betty & Jughead (and Casper too) :] #G2Great https://t.co/hIqrict5lA

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT
@DrMaryHoward #g2great I LOVE comic books too! https://t.co/BNHZHjlpf3
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  I still love comic books and am not ashamed that it’s WELL below my level. Be flexible both ways! #G2Great https://t.co/b0CS2pPNkv
  
  jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A6: stop leveling st opportunities and increase choice -good books have no levels #G2Great

jdsniadecki Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

My motto: “Read during reading time.” My Ss will tell you! I say it every day! #g2great https://t.co/Yd0rSey2WP

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#g2great make reading the anchor activity.

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

5 readers in your home . . . you need books! @suzrolander #G2Great

smercadobnkst Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

It is amazing how this can reinforce reading to any age. Who doesn't love talking about a good story?! @RiceRoom202 #G2Great #cdbs01

karenolsen39 Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward I am sure they are great! Everything's from TCRWP is amazing #G2Great

TheSammer88 Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward @jersheets I'm the first to admit I constantly read Calvin and Hobbes #g2great

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#g2great I did exactly that in my hiring days. If we want kids to be readers we must be readers. https://t.co/0ojbAHLLkS

PWickster Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT
#G2Great . Exactly! Do we ask Ts about their personal reading and writing habits when hiring? https://t.co/YLAgJAQWZy
- MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  
  A7: Be a trailblazer - model for colleagues. Are you reading & writing as an adult? It starts with us. #G2Great

pranikoff Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A7: Let the reading, writing and talking be driven by ss. Key into their interests and thoughts and ideas. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#G2Great Challenge https://t.co/X9wGL8fuyt

Bskye26 Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

CH:https://t.co/MTFNdoxJ2k #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward #G2Great I loved the Archie comics! My fav was Scrooge McDuck! https://t.co/0wXOnyRMBd

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
I literally learned to read with Archie Veronica Betty & Jughead (and Casper too) :] #G2Great https://t.co/hIqrict5lA
- donohoe_kitty Oct 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT
  
  @DrMaryHoward #g2great I LOVE comic books too! https://t.co/BNHZHjlpf3
  
  DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  I still love comic books and am not ashamed that it’s WELL below my level. Be flexible both ways! #G2Great https://t.co/b0CS2pPNkv
  
  jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  A6: stop leveling st opportunities and increase choice -good books have no levels #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

We need time to come together, to talk, to read, to write, to watch each other teach....#G2Great https://t.co/H30rYOzrG5

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 Collegial dialogue is critical. Teacher collaboration & support will ensure we’re on the right path. #G2Great

dubioseducator Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Thank you @MGrimTeach @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @hayhurst3 #G2Great Terrific conversation.

suzrolander Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Oh, ok @franmcveigh that makes me feel better...but Liza just said, "can we have a limit?" Hum...Help? #G2Great https://t.co/dEOXR7UGjh

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

5 readers in your home . . . you need books! @suzrolander #G2Great

jersheets Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty @DrMaryHoward who doesn't like comic books! #G2Great

RebeccaMarsick Oct 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A7: have diversity of books in classroom libraries-currently working on adding more lgbtq books for hs classroom 📚#G2Great

AMedinaNecci Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A8 Always share my love & struggles of reading with Ss,give and take book recomm. from Ss. Share the excitement 1 reader to another #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Please join #G2Great next week when our guest host is Georgia Heard. Oh be still my happy HEART! https://t.co/zuKGXpjEM2

hayhurst3 - Moderator Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I want to thank our resilient #G2Great PLN for coming out to talk and think & a big ty to @MGrimTeach for helping t… https://t.co/K2JKlSsQ09

mollienye72 Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thinking back on my reading life the books my mom read to me prob wouldn't be considered quality, but I cherish the reading memory #G2Great

Ashley_Bates13 Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Challenge: I will continue to collect books and read them for my future classroom! #G2Great

MGrimTeach Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Challenge: Become resourceful – it’s not always about school resources or lack thereof. You can NEVER have enough books. #G2Great

irishteacher6 Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@TheSammer88 @DrMaryHoward @jersheets I bet you have an amazing vocabulary! #G2Great

franmcveigh Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Can have each person choose 5 already read books to send on to new homes! @suzrolander #G2Great

mindi_r Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#g2great Thanks to all for another great chat. I love these Thursday night conversations.

ruswalsh Oct 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#g2great looking forward to Georgia Heard!

jsunderman6 Oct 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q4: I promise to make reading engaging and provide amazing books for my ss to read. #G2Great