#YearofYA Archive
Tuesday May 30, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Seriously! Come join us! This is going to be a great one
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
It's time for
#YearofYA
!! So excited to discuss May's theme - the American Melting Pot. This month we paired YA w/ juvenile titles.
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Tonight
#YearofYA
is tackling some heavy topics - immigration, diversity, inclusivity! Our theme this month was the American Melting Pot.
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Please introduce yourself, tell us what you teach/do & where you are chatting from tonight!
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:02 PM EDT
All are welcome to join our chat, whether you read or not. Our ?s are designed so anyone can join the convo!
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hi! BJ Neary retired HS librarian from Philadelphia, PA
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:03 PM EDT
I'm Mollee, elem. librarian but reader of all things YA (&MG!) - from the Outer Banks, NC
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hey
#YearofYA
! I'm Tavia, a Digital Innovation Coach from the
@FridayInstitute
in Raleigh, NC. Excited for tonight's topic!
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Had so much fun co-hosting
#2jennsbookclub
discs. of American Street earlier this month w/
@tavia_clark
. 2nite's
#YearofYA
= similar themes!
lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hello
#YearofYA
! I'm Lauren, HS English teacher on the Outer Banks of NC.
kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi, YA lit loving friends! Kelly here, elem librarian, Charleston, SC.
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hatclark
May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
I'm Heather, 8th grade ELAR teacher from East TX area
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Hey
@bjneary
&
@lpdeal
! So glad you guys are joining us!
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Hi Heather! So, so excited you're joining us from TX!!
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In reply to @hatclark
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Wouldn't miss it!!!
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In reply to @tavia_clark, @lpdeal
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Hi Kellyanne! Thanks for joining us!
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Remember that
#YearofYA
follows the Q1/A1 format and don't forget the hashtag! ;)
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
So let's get rolling with Q1!! It's the same as always....
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Or suggest titles you've read before that fill that "American Melting Pot" ideal :)
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:07 PM EDT
So let's get rolling with Q1!! It's the same as always....
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1: Read If I Were Your Girl (YA) -- would pair w/ Alex (Juv.) or Lily & Dunkin (MG): themes of Trans Ss; friendship & acceptance
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1- I'm not so good with the younger-grade books, but I just finished All We Have Left, a really great 9/11 book
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: Read both American Street (YA) -- paired w/ Shooting Kabul (MG); themes of young immigrant experiences, family separation
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1. I read American Street (YA), The Arrival (graphic novel w/ no words), and Teacup (pic book). Enjoyed branching out this month.
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1- All We Have Left would pair really well with MG books Towers Falling or Nine, Ten
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: Refugee by
@AlanGratz
(out in July) (MG) & A Long Walk to Water (MG) -- Emma's Poem (Juv. nonfiction) & I'm New Here (Juv. PB)
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1. I really enjoyed the wordless graphic novel The Arrival. It was so beautiful. Would be an excellent choice for older Ss.
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hatclark
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 A Long Walk to Water w/pic book My Name is Sangoel. Just finished The Lines We Cross & starting my list of books to pair w/it
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 All We Have Left/Nine, Ten both had excellent Muslim representation & showed how difficult that must have been at that time
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Oh yes, all excellent choices!
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In reply to @lpdeal
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Excellent list for American Melting Pot themes in EL/MG/YA lit
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
I can't WAIT to read American Street! High on my TBR list
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In reply to @MolleeBranden
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
love The Arrival! What a great choice
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In reply to @tavia_clark
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Awesome, adding things to my TBR list as we speak!
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In reply to @hatclark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Oh I heart me some Market Street... and Matt. Anything by Matt ;)
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In reply to @bjneary
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:12 PM EDT
As usual
@bjneary
hitting the grand slam of book suggestions! <3
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1
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hatclark
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
The Lines We Cross is one of the better books I've read so far this yr.
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In reply to @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
I need to get My Name is Sangoel! Such a great pair to Long Walk to Water
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hatclark
May 30 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 A Long Walk to Water w/pic book My Name is Sangoel. Just finished The Lines We Cross & starting my list of books to pair w/it
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Outcasts United, A Long Walk to Water, Home of the Brave
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
LOVE The Sun is Also a Star!! One of my absolute favorites in the past two years
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In reply to @bjneary
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Awesome! Glad you shared!
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In reply to @hatclark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I need to read this too! Thanks for the recommendation!
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In reply to @hatclark, @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2 is coming in 1 min
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I've read about Outcasts United! Do you think it's MG appropriate? Or definitely MG?
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In reply to @teresagross625
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:14 PM EDT
YES! Me too!!!! I sing it's praises constantly
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In reply to @lpdeal, @bjneary
hatclark
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
They have a MG/YA version now
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In reply to @MolleeBranden, @teresagross625
teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
My 7th graders read it. A couple of soccer fans.
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In reply to @MolleeBranden
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Here's Q2 for
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
I recommended After the Ashes for SCBA consideration which would pair w any NF volcano bk.
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@skjoiner
teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
That must be the one! Definitely appropriate for 7th grade.
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In reply to @hatclark, @MolleeBranden
jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Hey, hey
#yearofYA
peeps. I'm a little late but happy to be joining this important conversation!
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
So glad your'e here!!! <3
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In reply to @jenniferlagarde
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Yes! I love
@kellyanne1905
's notebook reviews
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:15 PM EDT
I recommended After the Ashes for SCBA consideration which would pair w any NF volcano bk.
#YearofYA
@skjoiner
teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: Many times I let them take the lead with questions and go from there, quickly assess their background knowledge.
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A1 Also my fav fall 2016 read was Home of the Brave.
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: surely hard at every age but with elem it feels like even more topics are sensitive; don't want to over or under filter.
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
The Hate You Give.......such a good read.
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A1 a great picture book is The Journey by Francesca Sanna from her interviews with refugees about many journeys
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2. As a HS lib these convos happened naturally w/ younger Ss, providing them w/ various titles that tell people's stories is key!
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
I love this book!
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: I let Ss bring up Qs/concerns, or introduce them in a gentle way; if I don't think I can address it, reach out to guid cnslr
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
This is so important and relevant right now
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In reply to @bjneary
teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: My Ss love I am Malala which opens up great discussions on many topics.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2. Another way to give Ss the space and freedom to discuss these issues is through inquiry. Let them ask questions & explore.
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2 You definitely need thos elementary & MG books to speak/show them then have discussions
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Yes,
@bjneary
, I'm planning a lesson w this book in the library next year for sure!
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A1 a great picture book is The Journey by Francesca Sanna from her interviews with refugees about many journeys
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: in lib, offer as much diverse lit as possible! Recently got more upper grade in Spanish for a new ESL S so he'd feel welcome
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2- I don't present them as "different" when I'm book-talking to my classes although I mention the culture, religion, etc.
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2. The right books can act as road maps to help Ss, of all ages, navigate sensitive but crucial conversations.
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2- I feel like the more they're "normalized," the more kids won't see them as being for a niche audience
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
BTW: Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY. Kind of fell into the chat! Hope that's okay!
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2. I think it's important to create a safe environment for Ss to ask questions & have tough convos. Books can serve as a gateway.
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
LOVE Home of the Brave - everyone should rea it!
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:21 PM EDT
Q3 is coming up in a few short minutes!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Yes!!!! Can we make this into every library's mission statement?
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2. The right books can act as road maps to help Ss, of all ages, navigate sensitive but crucial conversations.
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: Hidden Girl was about modern day slavery, very eye opening and again soarked conversations about current issues.
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Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Hello Terence White from Illinois may I join in?
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Yes, this is why giving Ss the opportunity for choice is so important.
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2. The right books can act as road maps to help Ss, of all ages, navigate sensitive but crucial conversations.
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Absolutely!
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In reply to @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:22 PM EDT
So glad you're here chatting with us! We love new voices in our mix to learn and grow from - thanks for joining us
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In reply to @teresagross625
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Yes please. We're about to post Q3! Thanks so much for joining us!
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In reply to @Terencewhite23
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
glad the pub date was 2016, recent!
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In reply to @MolleeBranden
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:23 PM EDT
yes! Welcome! Thanks for dropping in to
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In reply to @Terencewhite23
kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2 Picture books are a great way to introduce sensitive & unfamiliar topics. I love One Green Apple.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Tonight's chat is awesome! Here's Q3 to keep the conversation going!
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CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Sorry to join late- I'm Helen and I work with Mollee
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Hey lady!! So glad you're here!
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In reply to @CorbettHelen
jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2. Book clubs w/multiple selections circling a singular topic, from different viewpoints, can be safe places for dialogue.
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
We're list-building tonight to share out! Don't be shy on any titles you think would help others teach these essential themes
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Tonight's chat is awesome! Here's Q3 to keep the conversation going!
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Love the cover!!!
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Yes!!!
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In reply to @jenniferlagarde
teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
I love using pic books! We just looked at Show Way & Pink and Say.
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
YAY! Thanks for dropping in :) You are the inspiration for many of these Qs
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In reply to @CorbettHelen
CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Q2-this is one of the toughest things I would like to be able to do with my students
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Q3 is about anything that you use to have these crucial conversations! Feel free to also add your ideas/things you've done w/ Ss.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Tonight's chat is awesome! Here's Q3 to keep the conversation going!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: I did a lesson w/ Ss on immigrating to a fictional world after reading This Is Me by Jamie Lee Curtis; it was a powerful exp.!
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A1: This was an amazing informational book!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: Some elem books I recc = Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote, I’m New Here, Grandfather’s Journey, & for older audiences (see photo)
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3 For diversity I love Those Shoes + A Bike Like Sergio's.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3. One of my favorite resources is the
@splcenter
! It's one of my fave places I've visited. So many resources available.
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: Some lists I've come across:
https://t.co/JXMea4h0uG
https://t.co/C4K8NpCJq6
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3. My hero
@donalynbooks
gives away a book every day that "reflects the diversity of our global family."
https://t.co/zcFb7iCiuI
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CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Last year I read to my 4th and 5th graders the Malala bio- it was eye opening for my kids
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3- some fiction favorites this year: The Hate U Give, Ghost, History Is All You Left Me, Run, More Happy Than Not
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3. I also adore
@Tolerance_org
! I used their resources so many times in the classroom and the library!
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Book club w Inside Out & Back Again included fun spring roll making w Ps & Ss!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3: Some elem books I recc = Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote, I’m New Here, Grandfather’s Journey, & for older audiences (see photo)
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:30 PM EDT
I loved this so much. Her Ss grew in their global perspective AND shared that inclusivity w/ so many peers at our school
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CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Last year I read to my 4th and 5th graders the Malala bio- it was eye opening for my kids
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: Such a beautiful book! Love this!
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Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: I am not an ELA teacher but I find it vital that all Ss bring literacy into a science classroom. I do read alouds of books
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3.
@donalynbooks
uses the
#weneeddiversebooks
criteria to select the titles for her "books for a better world" givesaway.
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A4- some nonfiction favorites: I Am Malala, Positive by
@PaigeRawl
- both popular w/my classes this year
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3:
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
These resources for Q3 are amazing! Thanks so much for sharing so many fabulous things!
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jenniferlagarde
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3. Her list (in previous tweet) contains titles for readers of all ages!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Yes! as
@kellyanne1905
just pointed out too! It's so unique and the kids really understand the POV, grow empathy
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In reply to @teresagross625, @kellyanne1905
Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
When I teach about bacteria and viruses, I read book called the Hot Zone! It's gross but the Ss are captivated!
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teresagross625
May 30 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Is this a weekly chat? Have to go but would love to join again sometime!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
LOVE this - literacy has a place in all curriculum; students grow when Sci, Math, SS show up in what they are reading too :)
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Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: I am not an ELA teacher but I find it vital that all Ss bring literacy into a science classroom. I do read alouds of books
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Great way to introduce science topics: picture books!
@Terencewhite23
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Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: I am not an ELA teacher but I find it vital that all Ss bring literacy into a science classroom. I do read alouds of books
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
She's amazing. Another one of my she-roes!
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In reply to @jenniferlagarde
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Loved her other Listen Slowly too!!!
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In reply to @teresagross625
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Q4 is coming - we'll make a list to share out w/ all these amazing resources you're giving us!!
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:34 PM EDT
monthly! Follow the hashtag & we post the new theme (tomorrow!) at
https://t.co/eez78rBSz4
- thanks for joining us!!!
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In reply to @teresagross625
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3:
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CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
I like hearing about new books- there's a blog- crawling out of the classroom- she always inspires me to try to connect more
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Here is Q4
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- I LOVE this one!
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Please do! We'd love to have you again!
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In reply to @teresagross625
Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Yes they do!! I also will do cliffhangers just to keep them captivated!
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In reply to @kellyanne1905
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I need to read this one! Absolutely hearing wonderful things
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messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3:
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:36 PM EDT
You might ties these two together for science reads MS Counting by 7s & elementary Ada Lovelace
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In reply to @Terencewhite23
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4. LOVE this ? - I have used pic books so many times w/ HS Ss. They even the playing field, allow Ss easy access to themes.
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lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4- books geared at younger ages might be less intimidating to struggling readers & English language-learning students
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CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
I love the idea of using picture books to tackle "big" ideas- you use a comfort zone to make it easier to push boundaries.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A4. Older Ss LOVE reading out loud - pic books create a safe space for readers of all levels and abilities.
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4. Older Ss also love the illustrations that pic books offer.
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Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
There are some awesome excerpts in this book!
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In reply to @hollysking
lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4- & older-grade excerpts can make younger students interested in exploring subjects deeper & challenging themselves
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bjneary
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4 My HS students were riveted whenever we did any picture book read alouds - they packed a punch with words & Illustrations
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kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4 Wish I'd used picture bks back when I taught HS science! I now realize ALL Ss love being read to.
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MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4: Have long loved hearing what picture books find their way in HS lessons but only recently thought of using YA excerpts in elem
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tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
YESSS!!
#YearofYA
lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4- & older-grade excerpts can make younger students interested in exploring subjects deeper & challenging themselves
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A4:would totally use excerpts from I Am Malala, All American Boys, The Sun is Also a Star in elem. lessons re: Amer. Melting Pot
#YearofYA
librarianmarli
May 30 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Been crazy swamped with inventory so I haven't read anything but I'm so excited to explore these resources!
#hellofromtheoutside
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
All the YES!!!!
#YearofYA
In reply to @MolleeBranden
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Yes girl! Thanks for following along!
#YearofYA
In reply to @librarianmarli
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Are you listening, high school teachers?! Read picture books!
#YearofYA
kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A4 Wish I'd used picture bks back when I taught HS science! I now realize ALL Ss love being read to.
#YearofYA
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A4: While my
#alted
students might act appalled the 1st time I bring out a picture book, they are quickly hooked.
#nevertooold
#YearofYa
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A4: As long as YA excepts are anchored in the understanding that the texts are for older audiences, it can be a powerful tool
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Q5 is coming up soon!
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
looking at you
@CorbettHelen
- we need to do more of this w/ all the YA we read! Find what's relevant & share
#YearofYA
In reply to @CorbettHelen
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4. If you're a HS T or Lib, consider contacting a local elementary Lib to borrow pic books & juvenile read. They're experts!
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Yes ma'am. I will preach this until I have no fight left in me.
#YearofYA
In reply to @hollysking
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
I'm responding so fast that there are typos everywhere... this chat is AWESOME y'all! Thank you for your thoughtful engagement
#YearofYA
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4 Nonfiction author Deborah Ellis you could read stories rom her books to elem & MS bc she interviews refugees
#YearofYA
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Absolutely! I, too, teach science! Literacy and increased relevance for our standards!
#YearofYA
In reply to @Terencewhite23
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:45 PM EDT
I concur!
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:44 PM EDT
I'm responding so fast that there are typos everywhere... this chat is AWESOME y'all! Thank you for your thoughtful engagement
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
We have 2 more Q's for you tonight before we share our next theme! Hope you hang w/ us for the next little bit :)
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Okay, it's time for Q5, may fave of the night. This one is deep & so, so important!
#YearofYA
Terencewhite23
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
I am a huge believer that all Ss should have a love and appreciation for science and literacy. In no particular order.
#Yearofya
In reply to @hollysking
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
I've had success with having Ss create stories (oral and written) using intricate science pictures from picture books.
#YearofYA
In reply to @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
A5: This one hits home. Can't wait to read & respond to your thoughts on this Q
#YearofYA
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
#YearofYa
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
OMG, LOVE this idea
@hollysking
! Science Ts, what a fabulous idea!!
#YearofYA
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:47 PM EDT
I've had success with having Ss create stories (oral and written) using intricate science pictures from picture books.
#YearofYA
In reply to @tavia_clark
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5 Just having talks with Ss gives them a safe feeling that they can ask ? of news items
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5. As a lib, I made sure that every single Ss knew the lib was a safe space for everyone! All were welcome and celebrated.
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
#Truth
#YearofYA
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:48 PM EDT
#YearofYa
lpdeal
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Bad eye is fading fast tonight - I'll look forward to catching up on
#YearofYA
tomorrow!
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:50 PM EDT
There are days when this is so much easier said than done, but it's crucial. Needs need to feel welcome in our spaces
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5. As a lib, I made sure that every single Ss knew the lib was a safe space for everyone! All were welcome and celebrated.
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
*Students need... like I said. Typos!
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5. I didn't shy away from opening up & engaging in dialogue with my Ss. They need to know that we too can be outraged but hopeful
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5: The HOW vs. WHAT is my focus. HOW do I get info? HOW do I know it's true? HOW do I respond to this knowledge? = info literacy
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Yes!!!
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5: The HOW vs. WHAT is my focus. HOW do I get info? HOW do I know it's true? HOW do I respond to this knowledge? = info literacy
#YearofYA
CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
As an AIG teacher w/ students of conservative parents- it's a tricky line to walk- always want to do more!
#YearofYA
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: journaling, sharing/reflecting, silent convos (Ss respond to ? on large paper and see others' responses)
#yearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5. We will never have information literate Ss if we don't give them space, time, freedom to explore, ask ?s & engage in dialogue.
#YearofYA
CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A5- con't it's hard to teach students to think indep. Of their parents
#YearofYA
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Listen. Allow Ss to feel. Model convo skills. Challenge w/o argument to help Ss ground thoughts. Create Safe place for all Ss
#yearofya
In reply to @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
All great suggestions; the silent convos can show likemindedness & different POV, + empathy-building experience
#YearofYA
messerlyk
May 30 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: journaling, sharing/reflecting, silent convos (Ss respond to ? on large paper and see others' responses)
#yearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
All of this! YESSSS!
#YearofYA
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Listen. Allow Ss to feel. Model convo skills. Challenge w/o argument to help Ss ground thoughts. Create Safe place for all Ss
#yearofya
In reply to @tavia_clark
hollysking
May 30 @ 8:54 PM EDT
You are so skilled in this art!
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A5. As a lib, I made sure that every single Ss knew the lib was a safe space for everyone! All were welcome and celebrated.
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Preach it. It's a fine line to walk bc educators will definitely hear about it if parents think we're influencing...
#YearofYA
In reply to @CorbettHelen
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Love the idea of using written conversations (silent convo)!!
#YearofYA
In reply to @messerlyk
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
You are far too kind. Thank you. I try so hard - it's so important to me.
#YearofYA
In reply to @hollysking
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Sorry to move us along, but a quick Q6 for
#YearofYA
! Don't be shy!
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
You guys, tonight's convo has warmed my heart. It's total FIRE!!
#YearofYA
bjneary
May 30 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A6 Mental Illness Disabilities Autism Bullying Diverse Topics - LGBTQ Nonfiction
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:58 PM EDT
For Q6, we need your suggestions.
#YearofYA
wouldn't exist w/out you! What themes do you want to tackle in the coming months!?!
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Sorry to move us along, but a quick Q6 for
#YearofYA
! Don't be shy!
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
While you're sharing your suggestions for upcoming themes, here's what we have on tap for June 2017 - chat date TBD.
#YearofYA
hatclark
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A6 Sorry to break away & come back. Friend stopped by. Mental health concerns, diversity including special needs
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
So true!!! We have to remember that we don't have all the answers - it's why
#WNDB
and
#OwnVoices
on our shelves for Ss matter
#YearofYA
In reply to @melody_brennan
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT
...... Nonfiction. coming right up for you, BJ! ;)
#YearofYA
In reply to @bjneary
hollysking
May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Mental illness, stress, perseverance
#YearofYA
In reply to @tavia_clark
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
If you come up with theme ideas, never hesitate to suggest them! Just use
#YearofYA
and we'll see them!
kellyanne1905
May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Thanks for a great chat,
@MolleeBranden
&
@tavia_clark
! Happy EOY, everyone!
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
I think this is going to be a fun month! We'll let you know soon what our date will be; blog post coming tomorrow!
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 8:59 PM EDT
While you're sharing your suggestions for upcoming themes, here's what we have on tap for June 2017 - chat date TBD.
#YearofYA
hatclark
May 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A6 Nonfiction paired w/fiction texts
#YearofYA
hollysking
May 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Yeeees! My book arrived today and it's perfect for this chat!
#gottastartreading
#YearofYA
In reply to @tavia_clark
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT
While you're sharing your suggestions for upcoming themes, here's what we have on tap for June 2017 - chat date TBD.
#YearofYA
(fixed typo)
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Yay! That's awesome!
#GreatMindsThinkAlike
#YearofYA
In reply to @hollysking
hatclark
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
YES! Can't wait to continue discussing w/all of you, especially since NF is my focus as a reader this summer
#YearofYA
In reply to @MolleeBranden
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Thank you all for this inspiring convo. It lifts my heart to know caring educators are out there making classrooms more inclusive
#YearofYA
bjneary
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Thanks for a great chat & lots of books & suggestions
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
So glad you'll be reading & chatting with us again! Awesome to have you!
#yearofYA
In reply to @hatclark
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Thank you to everyone for joining us for
#YearofYA
chat tonight. You guys are amazing. We will curate and tweet out all the lists!
#yearofya
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Awesome! So glad you joined us!
#YearofYA
In reply to @hatclark, @MolleeBranden
hollysking
May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Thanks for a great chat and kickstarting my summer of reading with lots of ideas! tavia_clark
@MolleeBranden
#YearofYA
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Yes! And I promise to post the June theme to our blog tomorrow!
#YearofYA
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Thank you to everyone for joining us for
#YearofYA
chat tonight. You guys are amazing. We will curate and tweet out all the lists!
#yearofya
MolleeBranden
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Thank YOU for joining us - and with a FAB gif to sign off!
#YearofYA
In reply to @hollysking
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Also,
#YearofYA
if you're looking for a prof book club to join over the summer, check out
@hollysking
's! It's going to epic!
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT
So glad you joined us! You're one of my very favorite people!
#YearofYA
In reply to @hollysking, @MolleeBranden
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
It's important to us to not shy away from hard to talk about subjects and themes!
#yearofya
CorbettHelen
May 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT
@tavia_clark
thanks for always bringing up topics that are inspiring! A real refresher for the end of the year!!
In reply to @MolleeBranden, @tavia_clark
tavia_clark
- Moderator
May 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Thank you so much for joining us. Your work inspired a lot of our ?s!
#yearofya
In reply to @CorbettHelen, @MolleeBranden
