#TitleTalk Archive
Home to the great conversations about how to best promote reading to our students and the titles we can share with them (and each other). #titletalk meets on the last Sunday of each month from 8-9 pm EST.
Sunday February 28, 2016
Heather from Michigan! I am excited to talk about summer reading on . Cannot wait for poolside reading!
Getting comfy with Tweetdeck and Tweetchat windows open for !
Me too! Dogs snuggling too!
Happy to be joining in with
Joining for the next hour. Excited to chat summer reading with and !
Welcome to , our monthly chat about reading and books! Excited to talk about summer reading.
Whoo! time! Stacey from Cincinnati, I teach 4th grade ELA & I read a lot of books. !! Your avatar!! <3
Excited for a great topic! I teach 8th grade ELA in Missouri.
Special thanks to my guest co-host, . She's stepping in for this month.
Never too soon to talk summer reading! Paula from Maine, excited for tonight's
Hi everyone! Brian from rainy (in FEBRUARY?!?) Michigan/Ontario. I teach HS English and math. Glad to see you all!
Looking forward to taking about summer reading
super stoked to be here tonight!
Last year, a group of us did a diverse summer reading list: https://t.co/rbbLm5nqdR We're working on one for this year, too.
Looking forward to summer! Jennifer from IN here, ready to learn!
Looking forward to this chat! Dani, from Montana, K-5 Instrucitonal Coach
Vanessa here from WY teach SPED 6th grade
Whoo! time! Stacey from Cincinnati, I teach 4th grade ELA & I read a lot of books. !! Your avatar!! <3
Friend! So glad you're here!
Tara Looney here from MO I teach K-6 literacy intervention
will try to channel my inner for
Hi,I’m Jen from Virginia. I’m a reading specialist and taking a break from dissertation writing for
Sally Taylor from Grove City College where I'm a pre-service teacher. Super excited for
Hello! Kathy from IN. K-8 Schol librarian.
, Excited to talk books! Tammy from Wyoming. I teach 7th grade Reading.
Bethe here from warm and sunny Dallas, PK-5 bilingual librarian, ready for !
I will be anxious to look at the diverse summer reading list
Excited to be here for with so many like minded literacy friends! Christina, K-5 literacy coach in San Francisco
Marisa, from Ohio, K-5 Media Specialist!
I'm Brian. I teach MS S's Eng. Happy to be at . Occurs to me that adding the 1 word 'summer' in front of reading adds big baggage!
Wahoo! My favorite Sunday of the month :) Sarah from Virginia Beach. Sped teacher, coteach in 3rd & 5th grade this year
Hooray pre-service teachers! Glad to have you here :-)
Jen from Ann Arbor- 7/8th grade ELA
Love that is focusing on summer reading tonight - So important to help students plan for summer reading before summer begins.
Christina from MD. Former grade 5 ELA teacher- currently job seeking. Glad to be here
It's seems like summer is a long time off, but the time to make plans for supporting our kids over the summer is now:)
ready to write down some new books to share with my third graders and read this summer!
Franki from Ohio. 3rd grade teacher. Looking forward to tonight’s
Tod from Nh. K-5 librarian teacher
Looking forward to lengthening my kids' summer reading list-7th ELA.
Language Arts, 6-8, here.
Tim from the ATL area. Academic coach at an elementary school. Looking forward to talking summer reading!
Kevin from Teacher Learning Sessions. Looking forward to tonight's
Also to summer reading.
And to summer.
Hi! Jill from Indiana. I teach 4th gr. Excited to participate in my first titletalk!
Shout out to my students joining us for .
Hello all! This is my first time joining and I'm excited to see what it's all about!
RT Shout out to my students joining us for .
Melissa, 5th/6th grade teacher in Maine. Looking forward to hearing other's ideas about supporting summer reading.
Reading Specialist 6-8 Jr. High. Looking forward to some great recs.
So you're liking tweets like crazy and making sure everyone feels welcome? Right up your alley.
Aileen from PA - K12 Literacy Supervisor & coach. This is our Oscars = books!
Hi VaRisha! You will love ! Welcome! https://t.co/RcxRYO3PhX
Hello all! This is my first time joining and I'm excited to see what it's all about!
My favorite time of the month !!!
Going to do a mini over spring break with to get ready for summer
Lisa from Houston, Texas, Principal
Glad to have you here! It goes fast; keep up with what you can, but don't worry if you miss anything.
Always looking for ways to prevent the summer slide in Amelia Va
Hello all! Patty from Calif-librarian/ literacy specialist- joining into this evening! Love the topic! Can't wait!
Amanda from Ohio. Fifth Grade LA/SS teacher.... Excited to be chatting about summer reads!
Hi Lisa! So good to have a principal here!
Michelle, K-5 librarian from Southern IL. Looking forward to summer reading chat
Hawaii...man, I'm jealous! Been there twice.
Andy 6th grade teacher from Indiana.
Ready to talk books. Middle school out coach.
PK-8 Librarian who's chasing a toddler...will do my best to pay attention tonight
ViolinSocaciu subteacher cant wait to get summer reading ideas
Jenny, 5th Grade teacher in . Excited for tonight's !
Rose from PA joining tonight
Janet from northern Michigan. HS ELA Teacher. Thanks to for the reminder about . Can't wait to add to TBR pile!
Tanya Reading Specialust from PA
Hi , fancy meeting you here!
Hi, all! Krista from California. Love to have a chance to talk books & reading!
Brandy from North Douglas- 5th grade. I am new to so I am super excited!
Thanks..It's been awhile but I'm excited to be back!
I'm Susan, author of many children's books (fiction and nonfiction) from Toronto!
Last summer, I had a summer reading group on Edmodo. It was ridiculously successful.
Summer reading should include choices that are fun!
Q1: How can we ensure students' access to books over the summer?
Laura from Allen, TX-7th ELA
Jessica...5th grade librarian from Texas...MLS grad student at SHSU. Excited to join!
RT Q1: How can we ensure students' access to books over the summer?
Following from Austin, Texas. Excited!
This is my second year as a Pk-4 Librarian in Houston, TX
Josh, 6th grade ELA teacher in Olathe, KS.
Middle school language arts teachers from Northern, NJ
- Debbie Reese, here for a bit, of American Indians in Children's Literature. Links to rec'd bks: https://t.co/ZnSfceuFzt
give them the resources they need! Talk up the public library!
Are you around for a fun twitter chat tonight? is all about summer reading tonight from 8-9 PM.
A1 - you can check out books to them over summer.
I keep my library open one day week every week in the summer. I do not schedule meetings and am always sitting at the desk
Julie, 7th grade English teacher in Va Beach 📚
A1 I used a grant to supply Ss with books by mail throughout the summer.
I have always wanted to spend my summer driving a summer book cart into low SES areas.
Does anyone have their school library open over the summer?
We would love to learn more about that. How did it work?
A1 Partnering with local public libraries, organizing a book swap, book giveaways, summer checkouts/library hours...
A1: I also like to challenge students to make summer reading goals like
A1 Some public libraries are more than anxious to partner with schools for access.
Exactly my thoughts RT Does anyone have their school library open over the summer?
A1 Little free libraries are popping up all over. Love this idea for getting books in hands!
A1: we have opened our school library once a week in the summer in the past. It was a success thanks to
A1: First, we must listen to each student, assess the individual situation, and learn about their access to books over the summer
Q1: Weed out class library and let students claim the "weeds."
A1. Library card setup, open the school library (if possible), give away books, and then give away some more books.
Orbiting Jupiter is one of my favorites, too
Angie from Mason, Michigan, K8 library in Lansing.
I also encourage students throughout the year to visit their PL in the summer on days that I'm not there and for wider access
What is your opinion about Summer reading? Is there a place for it or should kids just be allowed to read freely?
A1: Let students borrow books from the school library and teacher's classroom before they leave for the summer.
RT Q1: Weed out class library and let students claim the "weeds."
A1. When I was doing my library internship, that school had the library open one evening a wk over summer for families = Awesome.
A1: In addition - I like to introduce/remind students that the public library has Overdrive for ebooks and audiobooks.
Ann Arbor Public LIbrary has great Summer Reading Program. With free books!
Q1: I let students check out books from my classroom library over the summer.
Great ideas: little free libraries, weeding books to send home, etc.
A1: Give a survey to Ss and Ps about who has library cards. Those who don't give info how to sign up for one.
Hey fellow teachers! Anyone else at an all-girls school?
Get the students excited about the library in their town.
This year, my classroom library needs to have some of our books weeded out and replaced. Kids will have first choice
A1) Educate parents, talk up the library, library field trip in May, check out books to kids, set-up a summer borrowing program
Our school library is going to open a couple of days this summer.
Following from Austin, Texas. Excited! 2nd grade.
A1: I know in Indiana is working with Hoosier Family of Readers to provide MyOn titles again this year. Access to 1000s.
A1: I ask my students to bring in any books they'd like to share for the summer, so it's not just my classroom books available.
A1: We are currently writing a grant to order books so each child leaves with a few books for the summer.
A1- My district has library open to all during summer school and lets them do 5 book checkout for summer before last day of reg.
Remember that YA Sync will have two free audios a week this summer.
Chris - teacher and writer from suburban Minneapolis.
A1: It'd be SO cool to compile a list of little free libraries in your area, too, for the summer.
A1 First step would be to find out what Ss have PL cards and then go from there.
A1 Assist Ss get library card & teach them how to choose & download eBooks
Hey friends! Kristin from splitting my time between and tonight!
A1 I have started to check out books to Ss over summer break. It has worked out well.
A1 The work we do during the school year builds readers. If we have been effective, Ss will continue reading.
A1: Promote the public library & encourage book trading with friends or a Little Free Library.
RT Remember that YA Sync will have two free audios a week this summer.
A1: Invite public librarians into your school, help students obtain library cards, organize a parent meet-up at the pub. library.
Our district provides access to bks thru Overdrive so kids can access using their devices
A1: I would like to have opportunities to come to the library over the summer.
A)1 Public library, check out books out of your own library to Ss.
Libraries will have summer programs for kids
A1. We just set up a LFL at school. Schedule weekly read alouds for summer. We're planning on giving 1 book per child.
RT Our school library is going to open a couple of days this summer.
Great Idea
RT Our school library is going to open a couple of days this summer.
Great Idea
We have open library nights w/book club w/Ts and Ss at secondary level and book swap and swims at elem https://t.co/mVpm9dlysd
Does anyone have their school library open over the summer?
Hey everyone! Nicole- First timer here. (Bear with me.)
5th gr. LA/SS Teacher in Ohio! Excited to talk about summer reads.
A1) Book talk like crazy in May/June... have those titles available to students to borrow
A1: Encourage the use of public libraries. We have several in town.
Love the idea of sharing weeded titles from classroom libraries. Great way to refine collection & provide bks to kids for summer!
A1: We've talked about bringing a book mobile around town to give all kids opportunity to check out books.
A1 Book swaps have been a big hit. Freshen kids TBR piles for the summer!
A1: give students free books for the summer, enroll them into summer reading program, field trip to nearest branch
Not only help them sign up with library cards, but set dates to meet them there!
Last few days of school, we do major book talks about books we think others should read. Students leave with a TBR list!
Just found I’m going to have a Jeans Day at my school. Proceeds will buy Little Free Libraries for the district!
Hey friends. I just realized is on right now!
A closed library is useless...I'd stay open more if I could.
A1: Ss bring books and swap for new-to-them books the week b4 school ends
A1: Persuade an Eagle School candidate to build a neighborhood library!
RT Remember that YA Sync will have two free audios a week this summer.
A1: We're thinking about allowing students to check out 5 titles from our school library for the summer.
A1: Once Ss have library cards, teach them about Overdrive to access ebooks.
April from MD. Teacher Librarian :)
A1: I'd like to encourage Ss (incoming & outgoing) to set reading goals & make a plan to achieve them, including where to get bks
Give to every Little Free Library you see around town. Not just our own Ss we have to worry about
A1 In addition to our mobile library, our district has Summer Activities in the Library (SAIL).
I will weed my class lib & give away bks
You answered a question I was about to ask! If anyone actively partners with their public library.
Must know your kids and demographic to offer service and resources.
A1: A school sponsored trip to the public library to ensure all Ss have library cards and know how to find books they'll love.
A1: Have the public library work with the school on summer reading lists. Make sure the shelves are stocked!
A1 I do believe we need to find a means to continue our conversations with our readers. Reading is a social endeavor.
A1: Not only help them sign up with library cards, but set dates to meet them there!
summer book clubs on twitter or blog..have student lead it
A1: our district has a mobile library that visits campuses during summer. Also e-books through virtual library.
goal setting is a must! Students need to know where they are going.
YES. RT Give to every Little Free Library you see around town. Not just our own Ss we have to worry about
A2 Access to library, overdrive, audiobooks, host a book exchange, encourage Ss to create a TBR list before the break begins.
If you haven't checked out https://t.co/2T13mkuoay yet, it is a MUST for anyone working with students who need access to books!
A1 I have a book swap at the end of the year. Last year I had many donations to give Ss.
A1) Book talk a lot the last couple weeks. Make sure the "to read" list is full
Jill-librarian T from NH sorry I'm late
sharing books from classroom libraries is so important
A1 We opened our library to students one day a week last summer.
Kelly from No. Indiana. HS English/part-time public librarian.
A1: Share digital reading resources and websites too. 24/7 access!
A1- having access to the school library can be a great way to access books. I'm hoping to work with my school this summer 2 open
Class book swap, supplemented by weeded titles from our classroom library... That's going on my spring calendar.
A1: this year I'm going to try to have someone from the public library talk to the kids.
A1) and have kids book talk like crazy in May/June... recommend their faves from the year for their peers to read over summer
A1: In June, I allow each S to choose 1-2 books from the class library to keep. They can then pass them around.
A1. Partner with local library which is next door to the school
. does a great summer reading program for our students at
As a teacher, if you can meet the students at the library during the summer that would be fun for the kids
Looking to do this as well as opening up our school library as well.
A lot of our classes do a book swap at their end of year party.
A1- Note to self (and others) to remind stu about ebook checkouts for summer reading. Love Overdrive!
Scholastic Face has a program that offsets the cost of books go directly to students. https://t.co/B8MO8tygr2
A1: We are currently writing a grant to order books so each child leaves with a few books for the summer.
A1: I like spending time over the summer moving books I find at yard sales purposefully into Little Free Libraries. Book Courier.
A1. Remind kids that ebooks and audiobooks are available all summer long.
A1 if you're in a one to one school and devices are allowed home in summer, promote eBooks.
Ditto - secondary Ss choose to take up to 3 books. Send over 100 elem Ss home w/4 books of their choice. https://t.co/7nBRMEfYNX
A1: We are currently writing a grant to order books so each child leaves with a few books for the summer.
County where I live has most phenomenal libraries-school/community partnership
Active? Not consistently, but have invited PL to school often. This reminds me to do it again--and soon!
A1: Ss. should already be keeping "Books I Want to Read" lists. Books they don't read during school becomes their summer list.
A1 Give out stamped postcards (old school?:)at end of year and have kids write and send news you you about books they're reading
Great idea - need to get everyone excited about reading before school is out & we lose them
A1: At my school we occasionally have Ss bring in their fave books for a gift exchange. Ensures Ss get access to something new.
Q1 Looking for ideas to get kids using the library. Most of mine don't have cards, haven't even been in it.
Some school libraries also have this access. https://t.co/ujtQJswS2p
A1: In addition - I like to introduce/remind students that the public library has Overdrive for ebooks and audiobooks.
Thinking now about how it extends expectation that they own their reading life. And thinking about how to check in
This year my 5th/6th graders will be making book trailers to close the year. As we view, students can add to TBR list.
we have public libraries come to us end of year-very rural 2 libraries- very successful
was just tweeting that, too. Need to find out how many. Great chance to spread summer book love.
A1 Our students bring home books bags filled with books...They can exchange these in the mobile library throughout the summer!
Audiobooks are a great resource IF your kids have access to them & a device. Know your kids.
Some kids and families are not aware of all the summer programs that are offered at the library
Last year I held “library hours” for my classroom library. Ss knew set dates & times, & I sent parents reminders! What success!
A1. A book exchange right before summer vacay is a great idea!
Julie Keat grade 2 teacher: Summer reading is very important to me.
checking that out right now!
We continue to use kidblog throughout the summer to talk about our favorite books.
A1 Our best results came last summer taking a book bus to the part near baseball, pool, etc.
Have you tried setting up little free libraries in their neighborhoods?
Book swaps have also been popular at my school. Parents eager to discard old/unused books, kids eager to claim new reads!
I like the weeded books idea. I've been donating mine to other schools who need books, but not ALL are right fit.
A1: Overdrive to access e-books. Only need a library card. Lots of titles to choose from.
I used to use Edmodo for summer book clubs, but haven't in a year or so. Could be a way to check in.
Totally! Works well when parents can't/don't take them during school yr, too.
Let the real show begin! with friends is happening live!
Love the book exchange at the end of the year idea. I also clean out my library send books that need new homes with Ss of need
A1- also do a "library card" challenge in your class, try to get all your students signed up! Have staff from public lib come
oh yikes! I am getting a migraine and don't think I can keep up with the speed of tonight :'( was sooo looking forward to it too!
A1: I do a Free Book Fair for Ss at my school. Ss can trade the books with each other or in a Little Free Library over the summer.
Yes! Excitement over book talks builds engagement! Engagement builds readers! https://t.co/dtyyQ3brBf
Great idea - need to get everyone excited about reading before school is out & we lose them
So important! Many Ss may not have transportation to the library, particularly when rural. https://t.co/vSa6CGnjy6
Must know your kids and demographic to offer service and resources.
A1: One year I did a field trip to our local public library. Had parents chaperone to help them become more comfortable as well
A1 Give Ss book for end of year, loan books from classroom library over the summer, talk up Public Lib & bookstore rdg programs
Have an Edmodo summer reading group. Ss. can promote books to each other throughout the summer!
Our public library comes in the last week of school to talk about their summer reading program
Much more active than "hey, public libraries exist. . .yeah," which is what I've done in the past :-\
Last year I started an Instagram account for our library. Great way to share summer reading suggestions w/kids & families.
A1: Lots of book talks, let them know my library available if they want to ck out books.
Yes! Digital content can ensure access for all. https://t.co/unj1jjCDUv
A1. Remind kids that ebooks and audiobooks are available all summer long.
FirstBook is awesome. Great selection for HS readers...78 books for $52 in one app! Very popular titles w kids.
my librarian has started sending her black weeds to my classroom
I like that idea a lot. Will keep that in mind towards the end of the year.
A1 Contemplating voluntary book exchange for all in my grade level in May. Also select from weeds.
A book exchange before summer is a great idea for students
Add in swimming (at MS pool)&water ice&it's a huge hit. We still wind up w/ more books than we swap ;-) https://t.co/6IoSy1g4pU
A1 Book swaps have been a big hit. Freshen kids TBR piles for the summer!
I used to do that with Edmodo. Need to do it again! Great way to engage.
Samantha, 4th grade teacher from Indiana. First ever
A1: partner with public library for summer events, open your school library, arrange for mobile library
Not all kids can make it to the library. Be aware of that! Sometimes you have to give them books so they'll see one all summer.
So many Ss can’t get to the public library, so I hold my own library hours. They like that more, since I can recommend books.
A2 We work hard to partner with our public library!
what s great idea. Set up a day or two a month when you'll be there & Ss can come meet up!
Welcome! They go fast, but the archive is always great!
A1 We have also replaced summer school w/ book clubs.
Welcome friend! You will be awesome and get so many ideas!
Finalists for 2016 MN book awards: ISABELLE DAY REFUSES TO DIE OF A BROKEN HEART by Jane St Anthony.&BAMBOO SWORD by
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Hey I'm Sarah from MI jumping in late. I teach 9th grade and AP lit.
I use our school Facebook page to do It's Monday! What are you reading? Then highlight books that I think kids will enjoy!
Also, many children's bk authors (like me!) are available to receive emails from SS and respond to them during the summer!
That's awesome! How far are the libraries from Ss' homes?
While I get why school libraries close for the summer, consider the message we could send if kept open...
Our libraries bring Ss in and also children's instructors go into schools to teach classes!
A1 Our 3 local public libraries are doing pop-up libraries in apt blgs and at some of our elem campuses this summer
A1 Game-planning in class: What are all the places we can get stuff to read, both actual & electronic? Publish list; share home.
Overdrive is a wonderful app for families to access free digital books! I use it all the time. https://t.co/MSlFu0SQdo
A1: Overdrive to access e-books. Only need a library card. Lots of titles to choose from.
A1: Talk to library/media specialist about seeing if books can be donated to students who don't have access.
A1Love the idea of book swaps before and during the summer
A1:Organize summer book swaps. Ss can come to school & borrow books. Help ss get library cards & take a field trip to library
Agree! Ours has been eager to work together!
A1 I weed my classroom library each year so that I have enough books for everyone to take home at least one, maybe two.
On our Edmodo page, I send out alerts about books about to come out and movies based on books coming out.
and discuss and show parents how to get library card. Some may not know.
I totally agree! I sent a mini-shopping bag home w/ one of my Ss last year! I let him pick out several books!
A1. We take each class to public library to get excited about summer reading program
Totally agree. This is a great model and Ss love to share their faves w friends/classmates https://t.co/D51vEkSVbF
Book swaps have also been popular at my school. Parents eager to discard old/unused books, kids eager to claim new reads!
chat is ALWAYS fast!!!! ;-D https://t.co/OxEokPOFPj
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I'd love to do a summer book exchange meeting too.
Jaime from Maryland. jumping in late and trying to read all the great ideas!
RT and discuss and show parents how to get library card. Some may not know.
RT and discuss and show parents how to get library card. Some may not know.
Such a great idea from ! https://t.co/vTTx0iH975
A1 I weed my classroom library each year so that I have enough books for everyone to take home at least one, maybe two.
We did this to get them signed up for summer rdg program, show them where bks were, check out first bks of summer.
Like through Epic! Our public library has TrueFlix and Netflix too. https://t.co/vPzLcK7IPe
A1. Remind kids that ebooks and audiobooks are available all summer long.
What a great idea ! Does your city/town fund this?
The Ss. also post pix of themselves reading in various vacation spots.
I'd love to have Edmodo working better for me
Hi. TL from MD. Like spring time at and
I am hearing about Edmodo, what is that?
we make TBR lists and share ideas among classmates. And encourage public library visits
Our local public children's librarian visits all elem schools to promote summer rdg program. Kids register before school ends.
Love that more and more schools are making access for Ss available during summer hours.
A1: Older Ss could use social media to participate in or have Ts can facilitate, encourage reading
RT I am hearing about Edmodo, what is that? It's like a classroom Facebook!
Scheduled summer meet-ups with teachers at the public library. Great way to get students excited about the library!
I have many Ss who follow my Instagram so I often advertise my current reads.
Learning Management System that many use. Good way with students who have tech access to connect.
- I can help you connect with people to learn more about Edmodo. Remind me next time we meet!
A1 the 3 cities that make up our district are joining together in a tri-city summer reading program. Kick off/monthly events.
Wish I could do this but our school is closed until right before school starts back up and we have to pack it all up
library on each side of town-most Ss can get there w bikes-very old NH community. We are lucky.
Edmodo is like a closed Facebook. It helps allay parental concerns. It's GREAT!
I have had summer hours in the past but have not had a lot of students take advantage of it.
My school doesn’t do this, I but do. The school library is closed in the summer.
We thought to run a bus with parents in attendance from each elementary on set dates. https://t.co/kZ42V14tPo
So many Ss can’t get to the public library, so I hold my own library hours. They like that more, since I can recommend books.
I keep a reading Instagram over the summer for all of my former students to follow. I book talk books all summer!
A1) Also getting kids 13 or older on Goodreads during the school year will help them build a summer reading community
A1: Our amazing librarian opens the library for the kids. We've also held book chats via and .
Just made it back from dinner in time to participate from the heart of Texas.
A1: hoping Twitter will help foster convo and book discussions with students
My library serves as lending library for summer program Ss. I hadn't thought abt extending hrs & offering to others.
Lots of love for libraries and librarians making plans for their readers.
Great idea - may try it! https://t.co/jieHtKxXVS
I have many Ss who follow my Instagram so I often advertise my current reads.
Have you asked about it? I used to have to pack up each year, but not anymore.
Hi, jumping it to the chat from BC. I'm a middle grade/YA author and a mom (and I love seeing kids at my Little Library!)
Grt idea. Esp in big cities where many families r new or from out-of-country or ESL.
At the end of every month, Ss. post their "book piles" on Edmodo. They get great ideas from each other.
A1: I also think it would be fun to have a meet up at the public library for all the kids and their families.
Great idea! https://t.co/Asbwt7mXsS
Scheduled summer meet-ups with teachers at the public library. Great way to get students excited about the library!
A1: Love hearing about school libraries that are open during the summer! How awesome!
I would love to get more families to use the library in the summer!
exactly. We can't assume parents are informed or know how.
We keep our school e-book collection available for summer reading & work with PL to get library cards for As.
I've toyed with the idea. Or having our book club meet in a local indie over the summer.
Or with children's bk authors, who love to tweet!
Use bonus points to buy books all year. Start with the end in mind. We know kids need access.
Seeing other kids' book piles gets some of them competitive, too!
Great idea! https://t.co/lJpkg2ZIxH
A1: I also think it would be fun to have a meet up at the public library for all the kids and their families.
Started a book club through Google Classroom since students couldn’t get a ride to school. Worked well!
Students with access to book in summer do not experience the “summer slide.”
So motivating when readers have a way to connect with other readers over the summer.
https://t.co/i8RrtPlM5X
A1: hoping Twitter will help foster convo and book discussions with students
How about mini-library where community can donate books and take books.
Experimenting w/ Bookopolis since I have younger Ss. Allows Ss to recommend books to peers (and to me). https://t.co/vlo0FH1dbC
A1) Also getting kids 13 or older on Goodreads during the school year will help them build a summer reading community
I tried Remind for something similar last year but sadly had no subscribers. Would be easy enough to try again.
the first summer i was open was slow but every year since circulation has increased. It just takes dedication to the idea
same for me so I began to promote public libraries
def going to try that this year and schedule a hangout, too!
Teachers and librairians are a very large part of what gets summer reading to happen they are so important
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My colleagues & I collected as many books as possible, taking advantage of book sales.We now have 100s of books2share b4 summer!
Yes! is a great tool for younger kiddos! Glad you mentioned it. https://t.co/yrtJmSkwwI
Experimenting w/ Bookopolis since I have younger Ss. Allows Ss to recommend books to peers (and to me). https://t.co/vlo0FH1dbC
A1) Also getting kids 13 or older on Goodreads during the school year will help them build a summer reading community
A1 I'm met with students over the summer to talk books and also ran a book club for years where I provided the books.
I have students tweet on our class Twitter page as they read
A1: students can borrow from my classroom library before they leave for summer
A1: Been thinking about doing a "Mobile Little Free Library" and showing up in Ss neighborhoods and Farmers Markets with books.
I have teaching interns working in a school w/o a library. Have been thinking about how to support the students & teachers
We are going to use Schoology so I like the idea of using it for a summer book club.
also Tumblebooks are good
We do literacy night for at risk sts and patents. Last time focused on visualizing. Everyone painted and took home great books.
Thanks for sharing . Mr. Hankins begins another year as a Wonder Lead Ambassador on March 1. https://t.co/BgGRvIPczu
Virginia’s Green Valley Book Fair is a great way to purchase inexpensive books for Ss to give out.
A1) My 7th graders wrote & published children's books at the end of the year. We took a field trip to local elem and gave away!
- I'd love to think about how we might support PRMX in this area
Love the Instagram acct idea. I will add Snapchat
Google Classroom makes it easy. Ss join class, and then we have chats through a shared document. Use Goodreads too.
Have also seen or be a useful platform for this type of connecting https://t.co/BfIvwWcEKG
So motivating when readers have a way to connect with other readers over the summer.
https://t.co/i8RrtPlM5X
A1: hoping Twitter will help foster convo and book discussions with students
Late but excited to be here for !
Our Barnes and Noble is in the mall. We could meet! Use Smore or some app to invite students.
MT My colleagues & I collected as many books as possible taking advantage of sales. Have 100s of books2share b4 summer!
I use Instagram to post ALL books I read! check it out
- HI Sarah!!! Glad you made it :)
Note: the research claims access. Not forcing it. Just access. They'll read if they can and are engaged. https://t.co/xBMwQcYf8N
Students with access to book in summer do not experience the “summer slide.”
Kids have to be a certain age to use Goodreads.
So true. To prevent "summer slide" put books of kids' choosing in their hands. Thank you ! https://t.co/1Fxwco8UO6
Students with access to book in summer do not experience the “summer slide.”
A1: for AP, they have summer reading. Trying to keep them connected via Twitter and Google classroom
A1:I intro overdrive app and help students set up accounts
I LOVE the idea of setting up a Remind account to continue to give book rec's after my students fly up to the high school!
Hook them up via apps or technology https://t.co/gI5KTRmTBW
Q1: How can we ensure students' access to books over the summer?
I use google classroom for most everything, but haven't done this. Interesting.
A1: Use Twitter, Class website, , Instagram, Snapchat, whatever to share and connect with Ss and Ps over the summer.
And they have a free book give away if the kids turn in their B&N rdg sheet. Can print from website.
Wr subscribe to American Book Company's book shelf app so Ss can read all summer.
Students join my class, and we chat through shared Google Docs and in Goodreads.
our daughter school library is open during summer, it was her teacher that gave her books to read
One summer we bought each student a magazine subscription of their choice. The kids loved it!
Did this last summer. I posted pictures each time I went book shopping. Which was a lot! Boom! https://t.co/djUKytVBi0
A1: Use Twitter, Class website, , Instagram, Snapchat, whatever to share and connect with Ss and Ps over the summer.
My Ss have really liked using this tool and ask to use it.
A1 I love book buses that offer students text and access to wifi over the summer. Powerful double-hitter. Learned from
RT A1: Use Twitter, website, , Instagram, Snapchat, etc to share and connect with Ss & Ps over the summer
The books they read are for courses they've completed or for the ones they'll begin next yr?
Our school is not accessible for a lot of Ss without transportation so that has impact.
Agreed. Great book. She takes sensitive topics and makes them applicable to kids.
A1: also doing a donors choose for three book sets so I can host a monthly book club over summer.
I do a Scholastic BOGO Book Fair toward the end of the year to get books in the hands of students for the summer.
I LOVE Remind- never thought of using it this way- hmmm
Have this discussion with Ss- they can be creative if they have a plan.Get them to create their own "summer reading bucket list"
A1:I use Twitter, Instagram, send bags of books home with Ss.
I’d like to use our school Facebook page to promote summer reading by having families post shelfies.
Invite your students on a summer field trip to the local book store to experience author visits together.
Take boxes of books to local laundromats & leave them with a sign that says “Free”! In laundry rooms of apartments, too.
no doubt! Meet them where they are. Have those conversations via SM. Kids and parents are all over it.
Let Ss. choose what they want to read. They'll read more!
Tanny dropping the genius right now. https://t.co/qDEAKj990q
Take boxes of books to local laundromats & leave them with a sign that says “Free”! In laundry rooms of apartments, too.
I moved to library 5 yrs ago after 20 yrs! You will love it!
A1: Ss can contact me & I open up my classroom library over the summer for them to borrow from.
One school district brought books to where Ss are during the summer -Gave out books at playground & local community breakfasts
Summer library nights allow Ss to see new book trailers, share what their rdg, hear what you're rdg, see new book releases!
Check w/local libraries too, many of which where I am in CO now run summer-reading fun & games.
My Ss, & element & middle Ss, will be decorating Little Free Libraries this year for their community! I’ll be getting donations.
Wish I was more savvy with snapchat😣
This is why choice in reading and not 'force' in reading is so important. Good point. https://t.co/1pGG6rdgoO
Note: the research claims access. Not forcing it. Just access. They'll read if they can and are engaged. https://t.co/xBMwQcYf8N
Students with access to book in summer do not experience the “summer slide.”
MT Takebooks to local laundromats & leave them with a sign that says “Free”! In laundry rooms of apts, too.
In NYC schools can partner w to donate or receive books depending on need. Great way for fortunate Ss to give back
A1: I use Twitter + FB for current students. Incoming freshman (all from diff middle schools) read 1 Class, 1 Read bk + choice
We have Secret Summer Society. Give (to keep) 3-4 books per kid per week. But only open to specific students
RT 1 district brought books to where Ss are during summer -Gave books at playground & local community breakfasts
In ast, my undergrad students took paperback books to housing and day care facilities year round.
I'm starting one with my kids, soon. They are going to "tutor" me during lunch. Tech support :)
Me either until this chat!
I think my city library has a book bus, I will need to check it out! Possibly get more info for students!
The B&N in Chattanooga hosts Summer Reading Kickoff - educator discounts, Ss meet authors
All incoming 8th graders receive a free copy of our summer reading selection -- Palacio's WONDER.
The librarians in my district also collaborate on suggested summer reading lists. Not required, but ideas for kids & parents.
And in the family rooms outside of courtrooms, while kids have to wait with their families. https://t.co/xQVMyvuohV
Take boxes of books to local laundromats & leave them with a sign that says “Free”! In laundry rooms of apartments, too.
A1: I work PT at public library, so Ss know they can come in & get recommendations from me there all summer.
One of my incoming sixth graders read 15 books in JULY! (It was awesome.)
If your neighborhood has a yard sale weekend, put books out4 FREE.Kids & adults always take them with a big smile on their faces!
A1: We challenged our Ss to read at least 6 books, hosted themed events (mystery party, etc) and let kids check out books.
Sure! I got a Jeans Day approved, & proceeds go to get the libraries. Psyched!
LOVE! MT Secret Summer Society. Give (to keep) 3-4 books per kid /week. But only open to specific students
For summer rdg, , how abt bklist of roadtrips? Terrific one is Marshall's IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF CRAZY HORSE https://t.co/5wll1MXKoN
A1: Having a yard sale this summer? Think about the impact of offering books for FREE vs. wanting to get a quarter for them. Win!
A1: Chat is going fast so forgive if I missed it. Anyone use Goodreads with kids during the summer to share books?
Had an all time high summer reader this year. She read 796 books!
RT In ast, my undergrad students took paperback books to housing and day care facilities year round.
Summer library nights allow Ss to see new book trailers, share what they're rdg, hear what you're rdg, see new book releases!
Just wish all kids could participate. For now, just for "struggling" readers (hate that term!)
Does your school district’s main office or central enrollment have FREE books available for kids to take? Make it happen!
Q2. How can we get family members involved?
My daughters try to teach me but I find it hard.
We have the public library come in and air on our morning announcements to drum up excitement for the summer reading program.
Yes! Started in September, so hopefully will continue throughout the summer.
That makes so much sense! Even as an adult, I prefer choice reading in the summer. And I can read SOOOO much more!
We also want to put a little free library in front of our school-anyone done this?
A1: Opening classroom library up for the summer. Will come once a week to check out/in books for sts, pts & staff
A1: And if having a yard sale, think about the attractive display of books as you would those big ticket items you want to sell.
I tried a summer book club at school last year, but I didn't get much response.
For my AP Ss, it is hw for students I will have next year. They read Gatsby and choose 1 other book off AP list.
Yes! I love booklists because they are full of opportunities, not "you must read this".
We did!!!!!! Just got it all set up!! https://t.co/twDHrMaqAt
We also want to put a little free library in front of our school-anyone done this?
This is the first year I am asking parents to help promote my summer library hours.
I use our weekly newsletter to share info and encourage reading..I can't make anyone read it, but reaching one makes a difference
Just create a group on some app and let them recommend books to EACH OTHER!
If we can provide a larger reading list for students, they can choose what they are interested in.
A2: Check out a variety of books on themes to family. Make sure you do a newsletter, too.
Or, , bklists of bks about concerts! Like Gansworth's IF I EVER GET OUT OF HERE (Beatles, Queen) https://t.co/km5VzBIWyX
A2: Host family book clubs during the summer.
A2: Use the little brothers and sisters! Our MS and HS students can drive them to get books!
A2: I think that Ps have to be treated as partners in the process.
ABSOLUTELY! Wish every single person that doesn't agree w/this could watch the dif b/w a forced rd & a chosen one.
Each 5th grade teacher puts out their favs and all Ss can stroll through rooms to create TBR list. Lots of excitement!
RT Little Free Libraries are another way communities can get books in students' hands.
RT Little Free Libraries are another way communities can get books in students' hands.
A2:taking kids to a book swap and involving parents to swap as well would be awesome! I want to try this!
A2 Our SAIL nights are for the entire family. Parents/students read together, play together,...and of course, eat together.
A2 Encourage parents to follow SM accounts. They are using these platforms too & often looking for ideas/book recs.
A2 I like to suggest rdg book as a fan then watching movie. So many books made into movies.
A2 Encourage involvement in the letter home! Students and parents can read & discuss the same book just as they'd do for a show.
This is my plan.Have tried using an incentive w/ public libraries summer program but never get good partcipation.
A2: Also use our "bundle of books" spring book order to get them excited about reading
Admins:Not trying2advertise here, but Scholastic’s 50 Books for $50 is great way2provide boxes ofbooks4teachers 2give2their kids!
A1: I've made summer hours at our school library so that Ss can return throughout break as a family
Our LFL out in front of our Elem. Access to books for all of our kids who can walk to school. https://t.co/U7D1Z3T1dq
We found one on a walk just today!
they do get quite a bit of choice, but AP is a dif. animal. Have to read certain books to prepare.
A2. Could older siblings help younger ones get to library or school? Or share books via read aloud?
Sometimes, parents take books out of the hands of kids, though, because they think they're reading the "wrong bks."
A2: invite parents to participate in any summer reading programs as well.
A1 , a collab we're part of, gives 10 bks/student at our county's highest-need schools. Books at home are so impt
I second that. A2 For starters: Invite them.
We have a book fair every spring. Good opportunity for networking w/parents & getting them on board with summer reading ideas.
my former principal kept the library open two days a week for student access and check out
yes ! A great starter set from !
A2: During school year I host a family book club for Ss and their parents. Something similar over summer break would be fun!
A2 some Ps struggle with helping kids choose, so offer articles, websites and book lists, a good place to start
A1: Summer 2015, Librarian & I promoted summer rdg in our bldg-didn't go as well as we wanted. 2016 is going to be A LOT better!
That's a great idea - partner with the library for marketing https://t.co/vYtZ8bkJ4X
We have the public library come in and air on our morning announcements to drum up excitement for the summer reading program.
To whit, Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
A2 Having parents in to the library at the end of the school year to discuss summer reading and its importance.
We have LFL in school hallway. Each time I load books they are cleaned out! Can't keep up. Good prob to have!
A2) Parent-ed is key- at spring conferences, talk to parents. Write emails, phone calls, set-up family book clubs, etc.
That’s why including Ps in conversations about books and choosing books is so vital.
A2 My son's school sends home a book with every S in school to read with parent. W/lesson plan of Vocab and skills to work on.
So many thrghout my neighborhd but mstly w adlt bks. Grt idea 2 put them in front of schl w kids bks!
A2 We're inviting families to kick off event. Giving info about summer slide. Registering families for the summer library events.
A2: A one book, one school program with a family night component gets everyone involved
I love that-adult & kid swap!
A2: harder to get HS parents involved, but I encourage them to just have Ss READ throughout the yr and throughout the summer.
My daughter's school gave out the same novel to all students then had family activities throughout the month as the kids read.
A2 I encourage my Ss and Ps to talk books with each other. I wonder if I could provide more structure for this in the summer.
A2: By making classroom library and book club available to community not just students
A2 I think parents often want their kids to read, but are lost at the bookstore. I offer my email for advice anytime, any yr.
Bookswap..bring in 4 take home 3..Extras go to kids that don't have books at home.
I wonder if anyone has done a book club with parents? Might help promote reading at home!
A2: Yes, encourage kids to read aloud to younger siblings and even their pets! https://t.co/1pIMyizAkI
A2. Could older siblings help younger ones get to library or school? Or share books via read aloud?
I use it with 9th graders.
Q2. Our library is on Twitter and Moodle, so I post book recs and other info for parents and students. https://t.co/8tYsDBJfdQ
Q2. How can we get family members involved?
A2 Have Ps send in pics of them reading over summer for a special BTS bulletin board.
A2: inviting families to summer story times at our school library and open check out
Some of my students have asked for it, but it really would be me and one other student.
Always use scholastic book club points to buy books for Ss at Christmas and end of year
I LOVE this! "Read to Your Dog Day."
My district's snowmobile gives a free book to every member of the family that visits. The parents love it.
A2) "Have you taken your child to the library to get a free borrowing card yet? Please let me show you how."
A2: With teaching middle school, we always encourage the parents to read the books. We tell them they are better than adult books
Invite families to do the story times, too?
I've used it with kids, but some of their book recs aren't kid appropriate
A2 We also provide a bookmark for grade strands with book rec's to parents. "If your kid likes this book, they'll love this..."
I send home a summer newsletter with book recs for the whole family!
A2. Flyers, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, BOGO fairs, pub library programs,
Consider hosting end-of-year webinar4parents.Topic:Summer Reading. I’ve done this several times;parents can listen after the fact
Barnes and Noble offers free book program for summer reading
We are trying that too but not so sure how the activities are going.
How can we get families involved?
A2: Encourage Ps to read same books their kids do --- journal about them, include thoughts about them in letters to kids at camp
So many great ideas! Hard to keep up!!
Love this idea! RT A2 Have Ps send in pics of them reading over summer for a special BTS bulletin board.
Our public library's summer reading program usually has more than 3,000 signed up - great opportunity.
I had to create a habit for my Ss. We use Chromebooks daily, so that helps.
A2 Host a book tasting event for students & parents before summer break so they can sample titles and create a TBR list together.
A2 We opened up school playground at school for family night midsummer. Popsicles & book chats w Ts.
A2: Bet local Farmer's Markets would let you set up a book display to give away books. And information to parents. Wide reach.
RT A2 We opened up school playground at school for family night midsummer. Popsicles & book chats w Ts.
Thank you, ma'am! It will be a first for me. Possibly a first for my school community, too. *fingers crossed*
A2: friendly family competition😁 I am super competitive so... maybe?
Our public lib did this one summer as a contest with bk prizes, had lots of participation
"Read to Your Dog Day." Promote books with dogs in them! A Dog's Purpose. My Life in Dog Years. Clifford the Big Red Dog.
families expecting new babies get them signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Encourage older sibs to read to them.
A2. When we have relationships w/ families we can bridge the gap & they become part of the "access team" with Ts.
I created a group on and I encourage Ss to friend each other. https://t.co/uufjPjvWp2
Just create a group on some app and let them recommend books to EACH OTHER!
Agreed! Parents often eager to be involved but need guidance as to how! Scaffold for them & their Ss. https://t.co/bjRyKZoUlN
A2) Parent-ed is key- at spring conferences, talk to parents. Write emails, phone calls, set-up family book clubs, etc.
I'm in Canada so not sure if it wld be the same process here. I'll spk to the librarian at my brnch and ask. Very cool!
A2: I always send home a list of great books or award winners. I post on Google Classroom or class site. I share links as well.
And add them to your class/school website https://t.co/R8jUdSlyjJ
A2 Have Ps send in pics of them reading over summer for a special BTS bulletin board.
Consider hosting end-of-year “How to read to a child” session. Did this last year and had great turnout, esp from preK-3 parents.
A2: Allow older students to "count" books they read to their younger family members as part of their summer reading
A2 Host family literacy nights and Book Love convos. Just facilitated a Parents as reading PARTners for Parent U
A2: Share through , Instagram, class website. Make videos modeling how to chose books, share books, etc.
A2: Tell parents that the best way to bond with their teenager is to read with them. Even better when there is a movie version!
Title talk is sharing so many wonderful ideas to use for easy summer reading for students
A2. Also, take to your school's FB. That's where all the parents are. ALMOST all of them.
One book, one school is awesome! Admin needs to fight for this in schools! https://t.co/LGTr0KLfAW
A2: A one book, one school program with a family night component gets everyone involved
A2: Wish more parents followed me on Twitter! This would also be a great way to stay connected about reading!
A2 Our mobile library includes books for parents too.
A2: Encourage a family Instagram account where families can share what they are reading. Learned idea from
A2 Don't just suggest books for kids to read, but give some good books for parents to read to their kids.
As a Texas librarian, I encourage reading Bluebonnets together..Ss get help reading their 5 and families spend time together
Did a parent/child book club lot of fun - very limited participation. Hard to coordinate a convenient day and time.
KEEP THE READ ALOUD ALIVE!!!! https://t.co/u2NVpqppxa
A2 Don't just suggest books for kids to read, but give some good books for parents to read to their kids.
HS Ts used to do this. Ps really enjoyed reading books their teens were reading, and discussing w/others https://t.co/2p58wWGA1y
I wonder if anyone has done a book club with parents? Might help promote reading at home!
A2: Our winter Book Fair includes performances by student groups. The spring Book Fair includes a family night.
A2: Have Ss talk to their families about summer plans - Then Ss can decide with family when & where they can read
Want to get parents more involved through my research unit (I write w/ Ss using my own topic: importance of IR!) Share w/ parents
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a wonderful program! I have been using this.
A2 Each public library in our area is sponsoring a June/July/August family event that's part of our district summer rdg prog 1/1
A2: I share Goodreads updates on fb & in class. Parents mss for suggestions. Share adult picks too! Grow readers; grow trust.
Love it! Imagine forbidden-fruit argument: "I'm making it socially acceptable for you to read tween & teen lit!"
I live in the same community I teach in.It helps because I see Ss and Ps in the library all the time. We, of course, talk books!
A2: Our principal sends an email about the importance of reading to prevent "summer slide", but know we could do more
A2 how about s parent book club? In our rural area transportation is an issue so if we can get PS reading the SS will follow.
A2: We also post our teacher reading on FB all summer. I always share my favorites so parents can help kids get summer ideas!
A2: Share book recommendations w/parents throughout year. Know your kids and what they like. This connections can be ongoing.
Yes, w many parents it becomes one more argument w the child and they don't want to push in summer.
I had more than one parent say that our Edmodo summer reading group got the whole family reading more.
A2 We had "SuperReaders" assembly to model reading and listening to readers for parents. Kids were so proud!
I did this and it was very successful. I had a full bulletin board when school started.
Just wrote a blog post for parents of little ones on this- the message: Read to/with Your Kids! Everyday! https://t.co/dDydcE0ZgY
I think so, too. I've always had the best "finished my book in a day" success when I put a bk in the child's hand.
Phyllis, I like that idea!
A2: Model, model, model, and praise, beg, help moms and dads model, model, model.
A2: Because we are county-based, rather than town-based, I reach out at 9th grade orientation and then social media all summer
A2 June = Night at the Library (Museum). July = Family Reads Under the Stars. August = Back to School Bash (makerspace) 1/2
Love this idea! https://t.co/mth5hlUrlE
A2 Host a book tasting event for students & parents before summer break so they can sample titles and create a TBR list together.
We are doing a Shel Silverstein but I never see the activities. Not sure what is being shared.
. Many community centers and Boys & Girls clubs are very grateful for book donations
A2: Send home a list of great ques Ps can ask about the books Ss are reading to keep everyone engaged.
A2: A summer OBOS would be awesome! Parents can check in to school website for weekly reading plan and activities to do at home.
A2 Thanks to our town library, they provide book mobiles and free little libraries at our beaches and parks.
A2: Encourage CHOICE! and also encourage parents to read aloud and have a shared literacy experience with child.
What are some ways people have engaged w/families that may not have had experiences or trust the importance of reading?
We love ours. So powerful and engaging for all! https://t.co/Glb6lm3UUQ
One book, one school is awesome! Admin needs to fight for this in schools! https://t.co/LGTr0KLfAW
A2: A one book, one school program with a family night component gets everyone involved
Absolutely! So imp to reinforce that.
Having all of my parents’ emails, I continue sending “reading reminders” throughout the summer.
A2 I am going to encourage incoming families to take pictures of them reading to send in for a back to school bulletin board
I’ve often thought about Ps access to books, too. How can they model good reading habits if they don’t have materials to read?
A2 Books on CD's or e-books on long summer vacation drives. Makes the trip go quicker and spreads the love of reading.
Keep in mind that positive and strong home-school relations is a hallmark of successful schools. We NEED to be engaging parents.
A2: A Facebook page would be great communication tool to reach parents (since it's the 'older person's social media) LOL
We just finished our One Book using Clementine. Huge success. Every Clementine book checked out of the library.
So, Kurt, do you include adult book titles?
I did that last year. It was a HUGE hit!
. Summer nutrition locations are another potential partner for summer book access
Host Reading Rockathon. Borrow rocking chairs, place in front of school, read and rock for awareness
A2 Summer Rdg Prog, we'll skype with content area authors at our August Back to School Bash. So excited about supporting families
We do summer book club for 415 inner city MS kids. We meet @ pub lib each TH & pass out prizes & hugs. We pay their fines!!
How did you select the book? https://t.co/NNR9PbOFp3
A2: A one book, one school program with a family night component gets everyone involved
Parents can swap bk w/kid and leave thoughts on post-its inside bk.
ask if your library can be open in the summer. If not check out book bags for kids. 'tletbookssitthere
A2 We did set up a parent FB page one summer. We posted book recom, tips for reading, meeting dates, etc.
hires teachers to partner with schools and community. More communities need to follow suit.
We have a summer incentive if they read so many mins. over the summer they have a special celebration the next yr
A2 Parents can record themselves reading their child's favorite books. Children love hearing parents' voices as they read along.
We have "READ BOX" at school for anyone to check out books from! Thinking it would be good to have books for parents too.
Maybe offer to pay library fines? This was a huge source of anxiety for me as a child. I wonder how many others it keeps away?
Somewhere, somehow, reading got entangled w/ stress & work. Its spool of joy unwound. We set books aside bec we need a break.
This brings back memories! My Mom did this for me when I was a child. https://t.co/5NAS4ZfApH
A2 Parents can record themselves reading their child's favorite books. Children love hearing parents' voices as they read along.
we're going to be doing our first one this spring...thinking a #1 in a series would be great!
Can't find the tweet but someone had a brilliant idea - set up LFL at greenmarkets. Anyone try this? Thoughts, ?
I'm toying with an idea to give Ss ownership of the collection. Sink or swim: Sinks may get weeded, swims get a second chance
RT We have "READ BOX" at school for anyone to check out books from! Thinking it would be good...
RT We have "READ BOX" at school for anyone to check out books from! Thinking it would be good...
Don’t forget . Check out their web site for book recommendations.
If you open your library in the summer do you do it during the day or at night to accommodate parents?
great idea! I think our library actually gets rid of the fines if you ask
A2 We have boxes of books for parents to borrow in the lobby of several of our schools. Might need to spruce them up!
Used prom dress fashion show! Invite community. Sts model. Raise money for classroom libraries.
A2 Can't believe it just hit me: What about publishing reading ladders to connect readers of all ages, kids and parents?
RT Don’t forget . Check out their web site for book recommendations.
This is a sad reality- summer reading should be about access, choice, & engagement- not about assignments https://t.co/ZlsKcKshNC
Somewhere, somehow, reading got entangled w/ stress & work. Its spool of joy unwound. We set books aside bec we need a break.
Sad, isn't it? I read to relax not relax by not reading!
One of the things I miss about living close to fmr school, reading on my front porch. Ps & Ss would soon visit& join
Used to do this w my own kids, to keep the stories w us and arnd us! Wld play the tapes in car or while we ate ..
RT Don’t forget . Check out their web site for book recommendations.
So many ppl came out for the opening BECAUSE they eliminated fines. It could be holding many back!
Yes a series is a great choice. Ss want to read the other books too.
So all readers might be on the same "ladder," but on different rungs, so to speak?
We've had good success modifying to one school, one author. Kids look for author's other bks
What about a suggestion for parents for audiobooks on car trips?
Q3: How can we celebrate students' summer reading without using rewards & incentives?
My students made mini book reviews of a fav book in their reading ladder this year. Posting them around the school.
Parents work 2nd and 3rd shift, so we try to vary days of the week and times of day https://t.co/CSOQE6pBU0
If you open your library in the summer do you do it during the day or at night to accommodate parents?
RT Q3: How can we celebrate students' summer reading without using rewards & incentives?
A2: Make yourself available to Ps over the summer via, email , SM, to ensure kids are reading or how we can help.
This is great alternative to opening school libraries in summer. Bin in lobby is easy to access. https://t.co/8qW89MOcsA
A2 We have boxes of books for parents to borrow in the lobby of several of our schools. Might need to spruce them up!
A3: Let them read what they want to read!
Exactly. Could bridge picture books through adult, potentially.
RT Parents work 2nd and 3rd shift, so we try to vary days of the week and times of day
A2: set up a summer social media page for recommendations on titles, activities, events, etc for families
we've had book swaps at the end of the year between all the classes
A3: BOOK TALKS! My third graders LOVE to talk.... give them a platform and a reason to get excited!
we could do this during exam week! https://t.co/KdCezFzZZA
A2 Host a book tasting event for students & parents before summer break so they can sample titles and create a TBR list together.
A3: We talk about summer reading. All year long. We also use their book choices icebreakers when the 9th graders first arrive.
A3 Give students a VOICE to celebrate their own reading. Feature kid photos on SM accounts, kid reviews on blog, etc.
A3 We sent postcards to select kids over summer to remind and encourage rdg. Connection to Ts is a wonderful "reward"!
A3 Make summer reading about connections: meet ups, reviews on Padlet or blogs Sts are familiar w/. I talk books at the pool.
A3: ASK THEM what they like, recommend, fave part, author notes, etc. Share!
A3: Having online spaces available to share summer reading is a great way to celebrate without incentives.
A3. Remain focused in our mantra: reading IS the reward.
A3 There must be ways for Ss to share their reading: Goodreads, Instagram, Twitter, e-mail, snapchat, back-to-school days, etc.
A3: Tweet out the books your students are reading. Perhaps the author/illustrator will respond -- the 21st century autograph!
A3: Have Ss bring in a fav summer read to book talk at the beginning of the year.
A3 I have kids "talk" with me about what they're reading via our library blog. That way we stay connected.
A3: Take a pic of Ss with their summer reading bookstacks!
A3 Looking forward to others' answers to this one. Wanted to do a top readers poster in the hallway.
Nice. ALL kids love to talk!
A3: I've struggled with this one for years...I have an extrinsic program and get "well does he get the part or not?" from Parents
A3) As a whole school- start the school year with book talks from students about their summer reading- Celebrate books & readers!
A3: Acknowledging that they are reading and being excited about their choices.
A3 Setting up safe platforms like Edmodo for kids and their Ts to talk all summer about the books they read.
A3 Stay connected w Ss! Used SM to continue book talks & Wonder Wednesday with 1st grade. Twitter, instagram & padlet work well
A3: Lots of ppl are sharing that they give time to Ss through the summer. Often our time is Ss' greatest reward.
A3: Hopefully we can get Ss to read just because they find joy in it! If we do it thru the yr, more likely to happen in summer.
I was thinking the same thing. We just finished 1 bk but didn't get a lot of parent involvement. Hoping to increase
, maybe reach Native families w summer rdg by setting up tables at local pow wow.
Pride and Prejudice and Zombie prom at Halloween. Again, raising money for classroom libraries.
my school library was open two mornings a week from 9 to 12 The principal did story time
A few teachers have met kids at the library over the summer to hear about their summer reading.
A3: They love to share! Celebrate the reading!
I am intrigued. What, exactly, is a reading ladder?
A3 Take "shelfies" of readers with their favorite books over the summer. Celebrate w board of pics
Such a fun idea, ! It might be fun for the kids to get good old- fashioned "snail mail." https://t.co/ktwYJGozfd
A3 We sent postcards to select kids over summer to remind and encourage rdg. Connection to Ts is a wonderful "reward"!
A3 If students follow you online, steal 's idea like I did - share pics of books read on Instagram.
A3: Our students create book trailers and book talks to share with their peers.
A3. Don't offer rewards or incentives EVER & then kids won't expect them for summer reading.
Consider if you DO have rewards giving them based on any reading - not about amount of books read....
A2 hosts family literacy events before summer. Great information and everyone gets to pick a book
A3: By celebrating real rdg! Peer to peer recs, comment threads on social media class accts
A3: Have the kids make a display of favorite summer reading titles
A3: Offer opportunities to gather to discuss / swap books. Summer picnic!
. A3: Simple. On the first day of school, be ready to TALK about the reading done before you TEST whether they read.
A3- have a social media page where Ss can share "shelfies" of themselves reading, can post recommendations, can interact w peers
Students could present their favorite summer book when they come back to school in the Fall
Summer reading can happen w/o rewards, but the importance of reading, and the joy that is involved, must be instilled earlier.
Another good idea to keep in mind!
RT Such a fun idea, ! It might be fun for the kids to get good old- fashioned "snail mail."
A3 Twitter shout-outs can be fun!
A3: Generally not a fan of reading logs, but over the summer they're good for Ss to track progress and 'wow' new teacher in Sept
Interesting idea. Would be especially neat to do with nonfiction, I think.
A3: Create a photocollage of books students have read?
A3: We do reach out to authors on twitter...kids smile BIG when the author replies
Highlight readers on school Facebook and Twitter. Use Instagram to celebrate our readers!
Thanks for the WONDERful shout out! We appreciate your support!
A3 Sometimes just recognizing kids (on FB or snapchat or twitter) is a kind of reward.
A3: Create a share space online via , , Edmodo for students to share what books they've read.
Great idea! Book talks and reviews for others. Maybe make a cover of their favorite and post for others. https://t.co/aPdzM9jjUL
A3) As a whole school- start the school year with book talks from students about their summer reading- Celebrate books & readers!
A3 What if when school returns, kids have an EdCamp on campus where they facilitate book talk sessions by genre?
A3: We use during the school year & keep it open all summer. Ss can log minutes and continue to book talk or blog
A3: Connect them with other readers digitally (Kid Blog, etc) or in person... Sharing the love of a book is a gift to readers!
A3: I let my students sign my bookshelves. They're unpainted for this purpose.
We do 1-2x per year. Usually get about 5-7 families per classroom. Model how people really talk about books.
So many great authentic ideas for celebrating summer reading!
Yes, and tweet directly TO the authors (like and I!)
Fabulous! Imagine if an entire school started the year off w/ book talks/trailers from summer reading https://t.co/4n2zIjFKa7
A3: Our students create book trailers and book talks to share with their peers.
A3: my students absolutely love when an author or illustrator responds to our tweets about books! https://t.co/171vMHNG7M
A3: Tweet out the books your students are reading. Perhaps the author/illustrator will respond -- the 21st century autograph!
A3. Ss can take to social media over the summer & keep alive! Huge motivator.
A3. We've found a lot of success w/letting kids share what they are rdg in front of the class each morning. Win-win.
A2. I agree that making the whole family a part of this is key. Get information to them AND the kids.
RT Great idea! Book talks and reviews for others. Maybe make a cover of their favorite and post for others.
A3: "Reward" should be access to more books!
A3:When we finish a great bk we talk with other readers.It is the same for Ss.Must find ways for Ss to talk with readers
COOL! MT A3 What if when school returns, Ss have an EdCamp on campus - facilitate book talk sessions by genre?
Q3 Ask about what they're reading, have real conversations, ask for book suggestions from students, be excited!
A3 One of the things I like about the Katy SRP is that everything is optional. Nothing mandated.
Thanks! I will do my research.
just logged on to twitter and saw ! What did I miss?!
A3: I take pictures of my students with their books and post those on my Book Fame bulletin board for all to see.
A3: We have a Summer Readers breakfast in the fall for students to meet together and discuss what they've read.
You've GOT to be willing to squeal about books with kids!
I think that's what it comes down to, Real talk, real relationships, active listening to our readers.
We're THRILLED about that, Paul! Exciting times ahead!
Even though our program was last summer, Ss still talk about the books that they received in the mail and make connections.
A3 Invite students during the month of Sept to do book talks on their summer reading, be sure we share ours also.
A2: I'd like to try creating book clubs over the summer that meet at library or park coffee house.
A3 I have kids bring a picture of them summer reading in a special place on the first day of school...We make a big display!
It would be cool to have teachers host days at local library and just talk about books with our kids.
If we have to force them to read in summer, we missed the mark all school year.
Great idea! https://t.co/hbcovDRUGY
A2 I am going to encourage incoming families to take pictures of them reading to send in for a back to school bulletin board
Love this idea! It is a great way to welcome kids back to school and start connecting! https://t.co/UBit6Gg5Q5
A3 What if when school returns, kids have an EdCamp on campus where they facilitate book talk sessions by genre?
A3: As teachers and librarians we should be constantly curating. Cull titles at end of year and give books away to students
A3. take them to library and let them pick what they want to read, let them explore
I agree. The sharing is one of the things that makes me love reading. A3.
Love this idea! "Shelfies"
A3 Give students self addressed envelopes to mail letters about summer reading. Respond to them! T response will be a BIG reward!
A3: A simple spreadsheet for Ss to update w titles/ratings is another way to collaborate and celebrate reading over summer
BAM! You can drop the mic now. That was an accurate statement.
When I first get back to school I host "Speed Booking" where Ss can share books read over summer. Speed dating for book talks
A3 Have days when you are at the library to read and discuss books with your students.
A2. In my newsletters I share author visits, new release books based on Ss interests, & share pictures/info on Google classroom.
I think my Ss would attest to the fact that I do! 😂
A3 Elevate students in their own eyes by encouraging conversation (not as an endpoint) but as an entry point. 1/2
A3-send Ss home with TBR lists &fun charts 2 track their reading. Thinking of u, & ur winter break TBR sheet 😁
RT A3 Have days when you are at the library to read and discuss books with your students.
RT A3 Have days when you are at the library to read and discuss books with your students.
, how abt a crowd sourced page of fav bks kids see in bkstores when they're on vacation?
Nothing could be more true! https://t.co/5INczRwHGY
If we have to force them to read in summer, we missed the mark all school year.
If you don't follow my friend, you should. She is filled with amazing ideas. https://t.co/pq09XXjXq1
When I first get back to school I host "Speed Booking" where Ss can share books read over summer. Speed dating for book talks
Hosting a small book club is another way to do this, motivation and recognition without rewards and incentives.
Based on my Twitter feed, glad I chose over
A3: The reward's that you are waiting for students you've not worked with before with even more titles. Will be "novel" for most.
We host a back to school book celebration where we just talk about our favorite books from the summer!
Can they kids act as curators also? Would love to see that.
Spending time to talk with young people is a time tested remedy for anything that ails us. 2/2
RT Based on my Twitter feed, glad I chose over
A3 We have a reading party when school begins. Classes paired up to read to each other.. Celebration of reading
RT , how abt a crowd sourced page of fav bks kids see in bkstores when they're on vacation?
Thanks for spreading the word about Camp Wonderopolis, JoEllen!
A3: Instead of "How I spent..." start w/"What I read..." Talk about it. Give Ss time to share. Set up online review site for Ss.
Phyllis is not messing around tonight. ILYSM my friend. https://t.co/nTJnQZAhkX
If we have to force them to read in summer, we missed the mark all school year.
This is also good prep for reviewing for a state test like . https://t.co/6vHcBPaHYP
When I first get back to school I host "Speed Booking" where Ss can share books read over summer. Speed dating for book talks
at Kinder registration pass out info about summer reading
Thanks for retweeting, Paula! We appreciate your support!
what's more valuable?! . The kids just want to know we value what they're reading and we care to listen.
, I meant crowd source page of PHOTOS of fav bks kids see in bkstores when they travel.
That's tougher, eh? In small communities, this is easier: pool-side meet-ups; community bulletin boards, etc.
I've been experimenting with the app Tellagami...students do 30-sec book commercials! https://t.co/5Iz4b88qeW
A3 Invite students during the month of Sept to do book talks on their summer reading, be sure we share ours also.
A3: a board w/pics of students reading in unusual places
When you build the rdg community, the members read b/c they love being a part of it.
been using for those book talks with great success.
My Ss get excited about it. It's a great way to meet and talk books. Plus, they come off away with a TBR.
A3 We also host readings of our favorite pgs of our favorite books w snacks. We take photos & post on school social media.
All kids want to feel as if they "belong."
A3 Sharing our reading! I loved the bulletin board w/ reading pix idea!
A3. Connect with them through Google Classroom, blogs, or something else to have book discussions over the summer
Maybe. In rural communities like ours, Ss depend on Ps for transport & that can be tough.
We assess for so many variables in our profession. Perhaps it is time to assess for joy and love when it comes to reading.
Great idea! Public librarians need to make this happen -- get info. to the elem. schools early. https://t.co/uGGMOz5Al6
at Kinder registration pass out info about summer reading
A3 I learned spreadsheet + site + Awesome Tables widget way to share reading. Could work for summer too. 1/2
I like this idea. Combine with idea of tweeting. Ask Ss and Ps to tweet pictures collect to
display
A3: We had genre themed events that a lot of students came to. They didn't need to read anything to join.
A3: Summer Spotlight...students share with students their favorite reads, class book swap (bring in summer read for a fall read)
and we make them an intriqual piece to our classroom vibe and community, we create magic.
Yep, no one wants to "miss out" on the bk everyone is talking abt. (Like all of us!)
You got it, it's all about those relationships...
LOVE! I'm so doing this! Plus, it'd be great for the next Ss to see!
Home from a weekend snowboarding trip. Excited to join the last 14 minutes of .
Thinking of having Ss designate a "book buddy" that they talk with over the summer. Could work.
Yeah, that's true. And my school is small, but Ss come from 30 miles in opposite directions.
this is where tech comes into play for those with access.
A3 And don't forget to include nonfiction and graphic novels!
I'm thinking about ways to share these ideas with preservice teachers so they can incorporate into classroom from
Good idea but how without killing the joy and love?
A3: When school starts, let students create a display to share what they read.
Huzzah! Glad you could make it -- hope the snow was good for you!
Could be a buddy down the street though...
And pets! Don't forget the pets!
yes! A powerful way to show passionate readers! Now, to figure out the best way to do it!
make a map of where students will travel this summer and find a book that goes there too
welcome home !!! you had amazing weather for snowboarding!
Now this is the kind of assessment I know my teachers would support big time! https://t.co/0Tau3kglsm
We assess for so many variables in our profession. Perhaps it is time to assess for joy and love when it comes to reading.
oh for sure. That high touch approach is essential. Just saying if they're not close.
I love the idea of pictures of kids reading in different places during the summer! This would be a great back to school idea
I need to move to Petoskey.
Our ss tweet on Wednesdays a selfie or a pic of their book with the hashtag: What Are You Reading Wednesday.
Just made it for the last 13 minutes of ! Can't wait to talk books.
A3 Name That Book is a competition in our district. Host NTB booktalks over the summer
A3. I talk about & get excited for books that students are getting excited too, and getting a chance to read them is the prize.
RT Our ss tweet on Wednesdays a selfie or a pic of their book with the hashtag: What Are You Reading Wednesday.
Might be fun to pair up 2 different grade levels at school to do this, perhaps upon return from summer. https://t.co/XDflUSrjX0
Thinking of having Ss designate a "book buddy" that they talk with over the summer. Could work.
By simply talking w/students. Sometimes it feels as though our profession has lost the will to talk. https://t.co/LrANVyTTPw
Good idea but how without killing the joy and love?
I also want you to love the idea of photographing "book stacks." The kids love that, too!
RT I also want you to love the idea of photographing "book stacks." The kids love that, too!
So MANY great ideas here, I can't keep up, let alone add my own 2 cents, lol! (as usual)
my students are obsessed with graphic novels this year. More than any other. So engaging.
A3 Maybe a book circle, where they pass bks from one student to the next, and along, during the summer.
Create wall sized "Book Joy" scales. 0-10 on the Joy Scale. LOVE this idea.
we have kids take "reading selfies" during spring break and hang them up -staff participates too
A3. Don't go straight to an assignment or test or project or incentive. Talk about what they read!!!
I'd like to try that this summer too!
https://t.co/ydiKx1iPwN
I love the idea of pictures of kids reading in different places during the summer! This would be a great back to school idea
. opens up our school library for a morning each week in the summer.
for sure this is a great way to share books!
parents need to know the value of reading GN, too. Some balk at it.
Love book stacks! So fun to share my summer book stack at the end of May- and to get recs from others! https://t.co/mkhpFcGJf8
I also want you to love the idea of photographing "book stacks." The kids love that, too!
An open school library during the summer really helps with Ss amount of summer reading. That and CHOICE!
The Charmed Children of Rookskill Castle (disclaimer, I reviewed it for SLJ).
does this! Read strong, learn strong, be strong! https://t.co/D566dFJHEM
I love the idea of pictures of kids reading in different places during the summer! This would be a great back to school idea
I know we're talking Ss, but I wonder: Do you do anything extra to promote summer reading w colleagues?
Adding the staff is a nice touch. Thanks!
Q4. In our last bit of time, pls share titles of books you would recommend for summer reading.
Agree.What's better than sitting down next to a Ss & really being interested in what they're thinking about book?
A4: Everything, Everything
FANTASTIC ? RT I know we're talking Ss, but I wonder: Do you do anything extra to promote summer rding w colleagues?
A4: Every book ever? Not a valid answer? ;) Any book a kid reads during the summer is a great book in my mind!
Love the ideas of selfies with books over the summer, but what if students do not have Twitter or Instagram?
great idea. Because really isn't that our true goal- to get kids to love to read!
Middle School: Lockwood & Co. All of them.
We need to do this at https://t.co/k4izKz8NRO
we have kids take "reading selfies" during spring break and hang them up -staff participates too
Everything Everything, Illuminae, Shatter Me series, All American Boys, Gabi: A Girl in Pieces
A4. This would vary greatly based on the kid. Know your readers, then you can make recs.
Yes, they don't consider "reading." And cld encourage kids to read the newspaper too!
Last Stop on Market Street
Also reviewed and I thought a page turner is Avi's new book School of the Dead
I used to include an "adult reads" column on the summer reading list. Need to do again. https://t.co/n4zTzgBVOM
I know we're talking Ss, but I wonder: Do you do anything extra to promote summer reading w colleagues?
We had a GN meet-up where a graphic artist shared his original works and Ss created their own.
A4 lucky enough to read 's Wolf Hollow. This one should be HUGE.
A4. my new favorite fun book is "The Girl Who Could Not Dream" By
I have to sit down with a few parents this year to discuss how in depth GN are. Well worth it.
The Seventh Most Important Thing, The Thing About Jellyfish, The War That Saved My Life, Paper Things https://t.co/b5796Xw9ds
Q4. In our last bit of time, pls share titles of books you would recommend for summer reading.
. I give my staff rest and leave those books on the circ. desk in the library for them to borrow during the summer
Augh; I wish I had my Ss' Best of 2015 Books lists uploaded by now so I could share them here! All the Bright Places is big.
This would go great with the book "Half a Chance".
A4: Middle Grade Novels: THE HONEST TRUTH by and THE JUMBIES by
A4: Middle School: The Skin I'm In by Sharon G. Flake, All American Boys by Brendan Kiely and Jason Reynolds
Be sure to include diff forms, formats.
Finished 's newest, SALT TO THE SEA, last week and it was marvelous. Such a powerful read.
A4: Red Queen and Glass Sword. These have my HS Ss hooked!
Do NOT miss The Seventh Most Important Thing by Shelley Pearsall!
A4: my favorite part of the night. Books to read this summer (if not sooner) The Key to Extradordinary
I was just thinking that this would be a GREAT idea! I might create a Padlet page specifically for this.
grand and I are reading The Doll People series. Very engaging and great discussion
I adored the first few pages of Finding Winnie but someone wanted to borrow it before I could finish
I always try to recommend books with a lot of action or suspense or feeling, etc. This will keep them reading over the summer.
Last year we did a virtual book club. Ts signed up and received books in June and we did a twitter chat in Aug.
Where to start!!! All American Boys, Salt to the Sea, Pax, Wes Moore, John Carlos Story
Don't get me started... Seriously, the inferring, the vocab, the ENGAGEMENT???
(Please Ignore Vera Dietz, Glory O’Brien, I Crawl Through It) (Grasshopper Jungle, The Alex Crow, Winger)
My donors choose is for Persepolis, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian, and No Choirboy
EVERY HUMAN BEING SHOULD READ RAYMIE NIGHTINGALE THIS SUMMER.
I've got Glass Sword to get back to as soon as is done!
A4: I would recommend students try to read from the Texas Bluebonnet list if possible.
A4 MISS PEREGRINE'S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN by Ransom Riggs, BOOK THIEF by Markus Zuzak
how much did the students love that? Sounds amazing.
A4: Depends on the reader. I also talk up Good Reads before summer & kids can follow me or see similar reads.
The Rest of Us Just Live Here and Rump. I love these.
Yes, and maybe they'd be happy to know that there are nonfic GNs as well!
Have also recently fallen in love with audiobooks. MG faves: Emma Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree, Return to Sender
A4 Bluebonnet nominees...good variety...and great titles
SO amazing. Total book crush on this title.
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda!!!
Sorry to miss tonight, but celebrated its book birthday! I'll catch the archives! 🙃🙂😉
My current fav are audio book - I'm loving 's Diviners series... great narration & incorporating music.
Just read Clive Barker's The Thief of Always - deliciously creepy!
I am going to recommend Pete the Cat for picture books. Crenshaw for young adults or Woof all of them
This is hard because we can't control intrinsic motivations. And my Ss respond so well to incentives. https://t.co/N3FHW2TPLU
Q3: How can we celebrate students' summer reading without using rewards & incentives?
One summer I had staff in my school have an online summer reading club - had to read 1 professional book of choice
then you drop the mic and walk away and hand them Amulet.
A4. Oh SO many new books!!! <3 Key to Extraordinary, Some Kind of Courage, Pax, and I know more are coming soon! ;-)
A4: The Rot&Ruin Series by Jonathan Maberry. You won't be sorry.
A4 ALL my kids loved "Wolife the Bunny"
A4 I finished Bone Gap and The War that Saved My Life this weekend, both were AMAZING!
yes! My teacher Insta (Teachreadrepeat) is full of "book stacks"! Love how much interest they spark!
Just finished reading this with a former Ss. Loved it!
Lumberjack and Nimona are great GN choices.
A4: I think we quietly want from the books we read what we want from summer. Fun. Wonder. Thrills. Calm, Quiet, Still Moments.
Can you do it later and still do ? It might not make the archives, but would make a search.
Can't wait for my book fair to arrive this week so I can get my hands on it!!!
It would be fun to have an electronic way to share & update everyone's book list as we read. Maybe Kidsblog would be a safe way?
Keep an eye on the lists for some great titles!
Almost missed all of . Argh. A4 Sunny Side Up is pretty perfect for summer reading.
A4 Loved The War That Saved My Life, Dumplin', Sheinkin's Most Dangerous Man, Ungifted
For sweet middle school girls, ALL of the Penderwick books.
Stacey, I think this could be a motivator for some students!
Currently reading All American Boys, and loving that as well.
I think has a cool idea he uses w/Ts.
A4: Picture Books: LITTLE TREE by TRICKY VIC by , EMMANUEL'S DREAM by
RT Keep an eye on the lists for some great titles!
Trombone Shorty (and his music too!)
Pax, The Hired Girl, Peak, The Edge, A Long Walk to Water, The Neptune Project, The Neptune Challenge https://t.co/b5796Xw9ds
Q4. In our last bit of time, pls share titles of books you would recommend for summer reading.
A4: I try & talk up series w/ Ss. Savvy series, Zombie Goldfish, Amulet, Babysitters club. Getting them hooked a series is great!
I got an ARC as well and totally agree with you. A fabulous book!
That would be fun!!! Wonder how you could do this school wide? https://t.co/rJ1bqfaklt
It would be fun to have an electronic way to share & update everyone's book list as we read. Maybe Kidsblog would be a safe way?
The Amulet series is a great summer read!
Share later if you are able! I loved All the Bright Places too. So good.
newest book The Seventh Wish comes out this spring.
Just read a great guilty pleasure read that would be fab for summer. LIGHT OF DAY by Allison Van Diepen https://t.co/qxDvUNUhLI
One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia, Clementine by Marla Frazee
A4: Good books coming soon, esp. Raymie Nightingale.
A4 WE WERE LIARS by E. Lockhart, ALL AMERICAN BOYS by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely
Just book talked Chasing Vermeer. Love the layers of art, pentominoes, etc. brilliant intro and reading
Superb read- finished it after a rec from https://t.co/HJbJPg58zt
Currently reading All American Boys, and loving that as well.
Summer is good time to catch up on award winners from ALA
A4: Circus Mirandus, Enchanted Air, Crenshaw, Absolutely Almost, Echo, Paper Things, Zack Delacruz, Salt to the Sea.
I read those consecutively the other week, too. Both excellent!
Dear Hank Williams by Kimberly Willis Holt
Good graphic novels are always on my "recommended" list! https://t.co/zV49YxIPu6
Almost missed all of . Argh. A4 Sunny Side Up is pretty perfect for summer reading.
A4: Passenger, Salt to the Sea, Booked, Jumbies, Little Robot, Nameless City
Lumberjanes and Nimona are great GN choices
I have kids lined up waiting for The War That Saved My Life. So good.
Favorite recent reads: Learn Like a Pirate (for professional), Jen Bryant's The Trial, Betsy Rosenthal's Looking for Me
I tried this and created a hashtag for it, but my students weren't eager to participate beyond the first couple weeks.
Getting some ideas for our next year's Battle of the Books (grades 4-5) from !
For GN fans, Roller Girl, Sunny Side Up, and Sisters are awesome summer reads. (And awesome any other time too!)
A4 Some kind of Courage by , Fenway and Hattie by
PLEASE use the hashtag for Title Talk tweets only. Pretty please. :)
A4- I'm totally crushing on all of Chris Grabenstein's books right now, Red by be out! 's BSC GN!
A3: Young Adults: Winger by Andrew A. Smith, Panic Lauren Oliver, The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
All American Boys is a very important book for students and adults.
I liked the Inclusive List that was published last year. https://t.co/EIvHtJDaYo - I hope that there is another list this year.
A4:authors Jeff Anderson, Josh Funk, Kwame Alexander, and Jason Reynolds will lead the way!
- I'm also planning on catching up on reading from the ALAN workshop (better late than never!)
A4: The Jumbies, Unidentified Suburban Object, Wolf Hollow, Circus Mirandus, Ballet Cat, Rad Women A-Z
I just got sucked into The Shadow Children series.
I'm hoping it's the success it deserves to be.
A4 I LOVED: Pax, Key to Extraordinary, All Rise Honorable Perry T Cook, Firefly Code
My students are also enjoying the Magic Thief series
A4: Graphic Novels: HILO by , A WRINKLE IN TIME, DROWNED CITY, COMICS SQUAD
A4: I have stu make a quarterly TBR list update based on https://t.co/5r2br7d2Jm searches, speed dates, & peer recs. Will do May.
A4 What about Mr. Lemoncello's library Olynpics? Awesome!
Thanks so much for the wonderful ideas!! I am really looking forward to summer reading with my school!
What if you used Biblionasium or something similar?
Looks like I've found about a zillion new books I need to read
If you still haven't read SUNNY SIDE UP by & , fix that immediately. Then find the Ss who need it for summer.
Calpurnia Tate has summer vibes.
Also, I always check Teaching Tolerance's Summer Reading List! Get my favs there!
If nobody has read the two books in the Jackaby series, they're missing out
A4 Be a Friend, Francine Poulet, Garfield, Roald Dahl, Terrible Two, Diva and Flea, El Deafo, Frank Einstein, Sunday paper comics
A4 Echo, The Honest Truth, The War That Saved my Life, Seventh Most Important Thing, Paper Things, Fish in a Tree.
Paperboy by Vince Vawter was an outstanding read
Virginia Reader’s Choice has so many great books from Primary to High School
The Gospel of Winter is a current popular title w/ my 9th graders
Check out Thunder Boy Jr. by Sherman Alexie and Yuyi Morales in May. Picture book.
A4 Can't wait to get my hands on BOOKED this summer!
I need Chris's latest book.
A4 Can't remember title of book! Set on lake, boy w/his gfather, learns to sail,tries to make movie w/ friend.Anyone??
My 6th grader is really into biographies - she is a dancer & musical fan so is reading Misty Copeland bio & Hamilton
Looking forward to reading Raymie Nightingale by Kate DiCamillo!
Two thumbs up for Jackaby series!
A4 Burn Baby Burn (YA) by would be a perfect summer read.
A4 Save Me A Seat by Sarah Weeks coming out in April was great. Loved the ending.
I loved SOME KIND OF COURAGE by Dan Gemeinhart! Great characters, lots of action, heart!
A4: Pax, Challenger Deep, Honest Truth, Unlikely Hero of 13B, Rhymer Schemer, Salt to the Sea...
A4. Legend Series by Marie Lu, The Finishing School Series by , The Septimus Heap Series by
One of my fav summer recs is 's THE SUMMER OF LETTING GO. Great YA for middle schoolers, too! https://t.co/wIcmt4CaIb
A3: book talks and book trailer creation when school is back in session; book buffet and speed booking to celebrate books, too
Totally agree. It's a Must-Read.
I don't know why my students don't love Paperboy?
A3: Ss write 2 me abt books they read, I write back to them, then pull letters in fall & take them shopping at book fair
Explore CSKing, Pura Belpre, Stonewall Awards that highlight diversity in books.
A4 The Hired Girl by Laura Amy Schlitz for YA historical fiction... awesome characters!
A4 I'm not seeing any suggestions of kids' nonfiction!! Thoughts anyone?
Rollergirl, Crenshaw, The False Prince, Knife of Never Letting Go series
Neglect Neglect is frequently done when the intricacies of these procedures take the form and content.
RT Explore CSKing, Pura Belpre, Stonewall Awards that highlight diversity in books.
A4: The 2017 Rebecca Caudill list in Illinois is great for middle school. Mock Newberry list another idea
A4: Pop Culture Bios like: Beyonce, Stephen Curry and Markus Persson (Minecraft) are kids' US Weekly
Also chat. (Some?) Sunday's at 7.
Brown Girl Dreaming feels good in the summer. Or anytime, really.
A4 MG/YA realistic fiction - I Kill The Mockingbird; The Crossover; Orbiting Jupiter
Can't pass up the opportunity to recommend fabulous 2016-17 Master List!
Some favorites: Fish in a Tree, Wonder, Crenshaw, A Night Divided, A Million Ways Home, The One and Only Ivan, Sidekicks
A4: Not going to lie, I'm most excited for Counting Thyme by !
The Nest is very popular with a particular kind of kid.
Summer is a great time to read from the and lists! https://t.co/b5796Xw9ds
Q4. In our last bit of time, pls share titles of books you would recommend for summer reading.
Origami Yoda series still hot with my class and the series starting with My Life as a Book.
Awesome to learn w you tonight and ! You inspire me! Thx
A4 Who Was and Who Is biographies are very popular with my Ss.
Anything is the historical fiction genre is money!
Anyone have recommendations on building reading excitement when library has to pack up and be moved over the summer?
I shared with Ss that I'm reading my way through the Nerdies of 2015. Posted the link for kids that need now or summer ideas!
Kristin, you aren't the only one behind on that-my Ss are still passing all those books around! :)
If you haven't read IF I EVER GET OUT OF HERE by Eric Gansworth, add it to your list!!!
A4: Students ❤️ graphic novels by ...especially Drama, Sisters & Smile!
House Arrest by and Skycraping are popular and amazing verse books w/ HS students
A4: I will end my summer with the same book I end every summer with: The Book Whisperer by . https://t.co/8baC9c5GQQ
Perfect for summer reading: 's Gaither Sisters novels. One Crazy Summer, P.S. Be Eleven, Gone Crazy in Alabama.
Q4 Oh and Circus Mirandus by Cassie Beasley... middle grade fantasy... love!
A4 Gather all the "littles" you know and be sure to read Snappsy The Alligator by
The Hired Girl is great historical fiction. I, myself, love Yellow.
I can't wait to do some summer reading! My list is looking so good. So many great suggestions. Love me some
looking forward to Ranger in Time series this summer
A4 Roller Girl and Lumberjanes would also be great for summer.
So hard to keep up with all of the amazing book recommendations!!!
A4- seeing speak (2x, paid 4 the "extra" presentation 2 😬) this week @ the VSRA Conference so Crossover & Booked
A4. Save Me a Seat by Weeks and Varadarajan will be out and is an excellent MG novel.
YES! RT A4 Gather all the "littles" you know and be sure to read Snappsy The Alligator by
Summer is a great time to read from the and lists. https://t.co/b5796Xw9ds
Q4. In our last bit of time, pls share titles of books you would recommend for summer reading.
follow for great recs & reviews of graphic novels
Nerd Camp is great, and Nerd Camp 2 just came out.
Never heard of that, Amanda. Can you post the link here pls?
A4 MG/YA fantasy & sci fi - Unwind; Ember in the Ashes; Eighth Day
And NEW Nathan Hale coming out soon on The Alamo!
One Crazy Summer = great read.
A4 Pax, Soar, The Key to Extraordinary
Enchanted Air. Fabulous! A4
I am loving the Scientists in the Field series, and chapter books!
A Night Divided has been so popular at my school. Such a page turner.
Echo, Fuzzy Mud, The Ward That Saved My Life, Handful of Stars are great middle grade reads
. has two great graphic novels: Roller Girl and The Great Pet Escape
