#cisdtigerchat Archive

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi! Who's all here? Introduce yourself and let us know where you're from! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Stephanie Pullen! I teach Kindergarten at CES! I'm so happy to be here and ready to learn! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

We will be following the Q1/A1 format. Don't forget use #cisdtigerchat on your responses!

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Heather and I'm the Instructional Technology Coordinator for @Commerce_ISD! #cisdtigerchat

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EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Misti Gardner, 2nd grade teacher at CES! #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey all! Cari's here...as usual! Coordinator of Elementary Instruction for CISD! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1: What makes reading or writing joyful to you? Can you replicate those conditions for your students? #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: I love writing! I like to write at night when it's quite in my house! It's a time when I get to hear myself think! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1(Part 2):I don't read for fun as often as I would like.Teacher+Mom=BUSY!I love book studies about teaching/school topics! #cisdtigerchat

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@ThePullenator This is Nicole Joyce from CMS #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: The joy I gain from reading/writing is the freedom to explore or express. #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome back to #cisdtigerchat!

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

HEY!! So glad to have you joining the chat tonight! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: Reading expands my knowledge on various topics! Sharing my thoughts and feelings via my blog solidifies the learning! #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello stranger! Missed seeing you in #cisdtigerchat #hinthint

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EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I enjoy reading when I really have time to get "into" the story. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Thanks for joining friend!! :) #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Yes! I enjoy sharing my thoughts & opinions once I've read something! That's why I enjoy book studies so much! #cisdtigerchat

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TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Replicating for students can happen by giving them choice when reading and helping them find the right fit in a book. #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: That joy also comes from authenticity. Not just reading the required basal story or responding 2 a canned journal prompt. #cisdtigerchat

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Reading and writing in a pleasant environment. Certain type of ambiance. Try to do space and smell in class #cisdtigerchat

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burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Is it too late to join? #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Not at all! Welcome! We're just discussing question 1! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hey!! Not at all!! Glad to have you here! #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Retweeting Q1 for #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1: What makes reading or writing joyful to you? Can you replicate those conditions for your students? #cisdtigerchat

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Replicating writing with students can be realized by allowing students to blog as well. Blogger is a part of #gsuiteedu! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Yes! The environment plays a big part! I do most of my reading &writing in my room after my kiddos are in bed! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Can't wait for the teacher book study on The New Pillars of Modern Teaching! You're going to love it! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I like reading teacher blogs, I google everything! Literally! I love learning new teacher tricks #cisdtigerchat

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Jump in! Welcome to #cisdtigerchat!

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: Speaking of joy... What does joy look like in the classroom? #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Me too! I'm excited! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: JOY is my Ss truly engaged in learning, exploring, &growing! They are excited, asking questions, &actively participating! #cisdtigerchat

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Smiles, activity, engaged, maybe controlled chaos, students leading their learning, talking by everyone! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I Google everything too!! Instagram is a great place to follow other Ts! I love reading their posts and ideas! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Joy = choice. Goals are set, plans are in place, and students have some choice & ownership in the process of learning. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Controlled chaos! Absolutely! #cisdtigerchat

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PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#cisdtigerchat sorry! Just got home from #cubscouts Patsy Nelle here, 8th gr math

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2:Smiles on faces or pleasant looks and not ones of bad mood. Cannot always get from teens but try #cisdtigerchat

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burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Joy is being happy! Creating an environment that promotes joyful learning, getting ss excited about anything #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Thanks for joining! So glad you're here! #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: IMO joy comes from having a well developed plan for the day. Knowing what to accomplish allows you freedom to explore. #cisdtigerchat

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Joy is when my Ss are really excited about their learning and when they invest in the each other! #cisdtigerchat

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: joy is 2 min into class every S has a chromebook and has started wking w/o any T direction! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I'm here, kind of. Late bedtime for the kids, and I may have to chase them back to bed a few times. #cisdtigerchat

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: to me a cup of coffee, a warm blanket and a lamp make rdg enjoyable, i can replicate the quiet and lamplight, not coffee #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Yes! Our Ss investing in each other is so important! They have to communicate and learn together! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @EdGeekGardner

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Hahaha! Right there with you girl! Jake is on momma duty tonight! So glad you're here!! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

The greatest part is that you are still a knowledgable facilitator and monitor and check for understanding! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @PatriciaNelle

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I like that point! Joy is when our students invest in each other! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @EdGeekGardner

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: Is there time for Ss to play with/ explore books in your classroom? If so, where/when/how? If not, when could it happen? #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Love this! Mine is everyone seated with their breakfast, lunch option picked, and folder in the crate! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @PatriciaNelle

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A1: It's always joyful when students are able to share their story in a creative way, or learn from someone else's story. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3:YES!My Ss get to explore books every day!Mostly at Reading Prime Time!I change out my books weekly& have different levels! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I like book studies too because then I have the excuse of "Mom has homework..." #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Having our Ss share w/ each other is so important! I feel that it's more meaningful when they can share their work! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I don't see my A:2-- did anyone see it? #cisdtigerchat

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: I cld have done better with this! I had bskts of leveled books that I set out for centers, but didn't give much freedom! #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

forgot #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: In my classroom, Ss always had time to read! I wanted them in books off and on all day! #cisdtigerchat

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: I wish we had MORE time to play with books. Ss love to share what they have found in a book with their friends. #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 cont'd: I wish my Ss had more time to see me read. Not just read-alouds but modeling a love for reading. #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A1: Take 2: Reading is relaxing for me. I read before bed as often as I can. One day I hope to write something publishable. #cisdtigerchat

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: not so much in the math class, but i know the rdg T does an excellent job with this #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I feel like I'm just now opening up more and letting my Ss explore more freely! #cisdtigerchat

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TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Makes me think. Could a book study format happen with Ss? Like how we do them on Google Classroom? Intriguing! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yes! My goal is to bring my own book and start reading it at least once or twice a week during DEAR time! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Was this your A2 @burnsangie12? #cisdtigerchat

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burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Joy is being happy! Creating an environment that promotes joyful learning, getting ss excited about anything #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A:3 yes I use books for quick finishers, I didn't have much interest in the library center #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2: Collaboration and Creation! I love when students get excited about creating something (usually a digital story). #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Girl, anything can happen. All a matter of planning it out. #iloveagoodplan #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 back in the day kids had time to "play" with books drg center time. now there is not as much time. #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A:3 Ms. Ely created a school bus for ss to get into to encourage ss to go to the library center 😊#cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I'm really wanting to revamp my classroom library to make those books more accessible to my Ss. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

We have choice in HOW we CREATIVELY respond, but I'd like to add more choice assignments to my classroom. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3:Scholastic in CMS awesome library or classroom to allow math and reading. Ss partner reading of articles. #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I think you start small. Planning more choice within a unit. Troubleshoot and then build upon it. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Finding the time is hard! I have really tried to make a point for this to happen during Reading Prime Time! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4: Many of you are talking about reading in play. How do your Ss engage in reading & writing activities during this time? #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3(2) we have reading marathon days and red acrossAmerica when sts get to explore and have fun with books. #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I prefer the fly by the seat of my pants...came up with a great idea in the shower...kinda lessons. ;) #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Love that they get to work with a partner! I'd love to go see the CMS library! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A:3 has anyone saw the basket buddy? You can sit in a laundry basket & read! Easy to do, store the baskets etc #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: My Ss have free book choice time weekly. They can choose paper books or digital ones! We also have free journal time! #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

making connections to real situation is the most important part! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator, @AmyScaff

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I recently saw a blog post about basket buddies. Very cute idea. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Read Across America Day was so fun!! The Ss loved it and we read so many books! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @RRDiva14

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Truly cool reading and working space #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

LOL! Amazing how many good ideas happen there... #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 I make my room a place where when you walk in all you want to do is read and find a comfy chair. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Love this idea! I would like to add some seating by my classroom library! This gives me an idea! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

The CMS library is amazing! @DuckworthMrs outdid herself! Would love to see it utilized more! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator, @NJoyceMath, @DuckworthMrs

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: I need some good Mentor Texts. I'd like ss to explore good writing they can mimic. Good readers are good writers. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

You do an amazing job with this during STEM! #cisdtigerchat

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PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: just from my own kids, B loves to read @diaryofawimpyk upside down while eating popcorn, R ❤ writing menus 4 her Rstrnt #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I can help with that. I have a great list of mentor texts that I can share. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Please do! Do you have some money to buy those with too??? LOL #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A:4 I have books in every station, i have modeled how to use the books in centers. I even have books in the art center 😵 #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A1 Yes the way we feel about reading and writing directly effects our sts attitude about reading. If it meaningful sts READ #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Yes!! We work so hard to help our students to become good readers! Reading is in everything! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Well, my pockets are slim but not completely dry. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: We don't have a lot of free play time in 2nd grade, but I do think I would have a few Ss that would read/write. #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Would love to see you share some pictures of the books in your various stations! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I need a basket buddy for myself! I love to be all snuggled up and enclosed when reading! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Books everywhere!! That's awesome! #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I'm only getting every other ? #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q5: Do Ss get to explore familiar/unfamiliar &informational texts that they can't read conventionally? How is this supported? #cisdtigerchat

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4:Free choice after Ss finish math. Use own or library books then. Also DEAR in Tiger Time once a week or so #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q4 #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4: Many of you are talking about reading in play. How do your Ss engage in reading & writing activities during this time? #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

You are following the hashtag, right? #cisdtigerchat

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AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: What is this "play time" of which you speak? We play with words in our writing though. Today we discussed Zombie Words. #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A:4 SS also have the opportunity to write in EVERY center even the library center 😵#cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5:My Ss explore all types of books. If they can't read the text, we do book walks,look at illustrations,&find words we know! #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Have you read any books by Stuart Murphy? Great math concepts that might be able to connect to your lessons. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I try and let me early finishers do free choice reading/ writing! On Fridays I allow free draw time too! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5 my sts have a tons of books to choose from. My sts tend to like nonfiction books bc I can key into spfic interests #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Most are elementary based, but some are for older students. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @NJoyceMath

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes I agree. Have reading time when finished only helps Ss be more successful #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A5: We don't get to explore books as often as I would like. Sadness. Maybe soon! I'm hoping for book studies! #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 we act it out, we build settings, we explore characters. Books are an endless way to reach ALL sts in any subject area! #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A:5 yes to all, when ss say I can't read this I say " words are not the only way we read books" we look at pictures #cisdtigerchat

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: I love when Ss get to explore exciting new topics through the Scholastic Weekly Reader. They get way into them! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I do not understand this. I love fiction, but my littles like nonfiction too... #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @RRDiva14

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Madeline has brought home mainly biographies this year. She is hooked with learning about famous people! #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A5: My classroom library was always open. Ss explored, but not with as much purpose as I would have liked. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Loved the picture! :) I give my Ss "play" time.They are free to explore diff type/ levels of books/read/write. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

No but Fri before break Ss like C Neuscwander's Sir Cumference book to celebrate pi day #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 well you all know who to come see if you ever need any books! #cisdtigerchat

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: well in Math, the closest match is unfamiliar vocab, we use videos from friends of mine across the US & anchor charts #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

We did lots of character exploring today! My Ss loved discussing their thoughts about the characters in the book! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @RRDiva14

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Such a good resource for our Ss! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @EdGeekGardner

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Going to throw a plug out there for a blog called "Hello Literacy". Wonderful ideas that can be used across grades. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q6: What are your Ss favorite read alouds/ books choices/ texts? How do you know? #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

making it a natural conversation will leave a bigger impression than ts talking about it. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5:Ss use sources like Google or Math is fun sites to help w vocabulary and math concepts to connect real life #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: My Ss LOVE Junie B. Jones! We start reading those after Christmas. They get upset on days I don't read a chapter to them! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: My own littles love The Princess in Black and Skippyjon Jones! #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: My Ss favorite read alouds were always the ones that I got into the most. My job was to sell the book! #skippyjon #pigeon #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes! I feel like they listen and respond to each other more than they do to me! Student led! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @RRDiva14

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I love reading Skippyjon Jones! I create a voice for Skippjon based off a Looney Tunes character! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @AmyScaff

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

You need to come read Skippy Jon to us!! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

WendyBr84096763 Mar 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5. My MTA love to use the audio books on Epic. #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A:6 students will chime in or ask for you to read it again! Pete the cat are always favs, & alphabet books, anything rhyming #cisdtigerchat

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A6: My kiddos this year love anything that I read out loud! They get really into the stories and love to make predictions! #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Peach & Blue was a favorite read aloud from my 2nd graders. I think I left my copy in Overman's room. #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

LOVE Pete the Cat!! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @burnsangie12

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Anytime! You'll laugh at me. I go "big"! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ha! I bet that's fun! I love to read with fun voices. I used to make my ss use silly accents too. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @iamsturchie

TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6: Junie B. Jones was a favorite of my students. The Harry Potter series stays checked out in the ACW library! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@RRDiva14 Here is Q2! :) #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2: Speaking of joy... What does joy look like in the classroom? #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A6 that's a hard one! We have so many favs. I can tell they ❤️❤️it bc sts ask where the book is or they are quoting lines! #cisdtigerchat

NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6:Most Ss teenage fiction war, drama, crime, or mystery. Also many have nonfictional texts too with those #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @ThePullenator

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Ethan got into Harry Potter big time last year! @DuckworthMrs really helped grow his love for reading! #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @TechyKilgore, @DuckworthMrs

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6: my 5th gr Ss used to love anything by Jon Scieszka, always asking for more #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6 my kids ❤️❤️❤️Magic Tree House series. They nv wnt to stop ref we could read a book a day if we had time. Sts beg for it #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A:6 the pirate books too, pirates wear underwear, ss love that series #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: Chrysanthemum, Lilly & the Purple Plastic Purse! Forgot about those two books! Also faves! #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 I could talk about this all day!! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q7: What professional resources do you recommend support your Ss as readers and writers in the joy of reading and writing? #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Audio books are great! My Ss love digital books! They love the fairytale stories on our classroom iPads! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:52 PM EDT

LOVE Chrysanthemum!! #cisdtigerchat

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ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: We use Word Toons weekly that go w/ our reading letter! They love drawing & writing about something different each week! #cisdtigerchat

RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2 joy is collaboration, creating, exploring, finding a new way & the sparkle in their eye when they ❤️it! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Also, "Do the Funky Pickle" and "Picklemania" by Jerry Spinelli. Fun voices! #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: The Scholastic weekly readers that @EdGeekGardner mentioned are a great resource too! #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2 true joy is when sts from ALL grades come and ask to get books from my room! I love the sparkle in their eye!! #cisdtigerchat

WendyBr84096763 Mar 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#6 My students loved the Magic Tree House Series. They loved the one about Mummies. The kids had to look up more info. #cisdtigerchat

EdGeekGardner Mar 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7: https://t.co/2gKAW2OR04 has lots of online stories #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A:7 I like Vanessa levin aka Pre-k Pages, she also has a service to teachers called the teaching tribe #cisdtigerchat

PatriciaNelle Mar 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7: i like @RWTnow even in math, lots of resources to pull from #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7: Plug for our long forgotten Pinterest boards filled w/ resources! Find them here: https://t.co/XU2xfctirV #cisdtigerchat

iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:56 PM EDT

We're going to work on this. Literacy always needs to be promoted and libraries should be open for business. #cisdtigerchat

In reply to @DuckworthMrs

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Yes!! We love Storyline Online! #cisdtigerchat

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RRDiva14 Mar 21 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7 I know kids like to read on the iPad but there nothing better than holding a book in your hand! #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A7: Trail of Breadcrumbs and Texas Teaching Fanatic are my go to places for writing activities. They have stuff for k-3 too! #cisdtigerchat

burnsangie12 Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A:7 Debbie and friends on YouTube is amazing for fairy tales..Barbara Milne has a some great alpha songs, singing walrus #cisdtigerchat

ThePullenator Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I'll have to check this out! #cisdtigerchat

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NJoyceMath Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7:Reading Rockets n American Academy of Pediatrics are useful. My own liked Hooked on Phonics n ABC Mouse #cisdtigerchat

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TechyKilgore - Moderator Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Confession: I love to read professional books in paper format! I love to highlight and annotate! #cisdtigerchat

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iamsturchie Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Again, I want to plug Hello Literacy. Check it out if you haven't. You won't regret it. #cisdtigerchat

AmyScaff Mar 21 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I think I have a digital copy of some of it. If so, I'll send it to you. #cisdtigerchat

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