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DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome #G2Great friends. TY for coming to Hold Tight to Independent Reading tonight @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/4oE0CVF3CM

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome to #G2Great I'm Jenn a Lit Coach from LI NY so happy to be co moderating with @brennanamy & @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:30 PM EST

#G2Great! https://t.co/3ZATcSgtto

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome #G2Great friends. TY for coming to Hold Tight to Independent Reading tonight @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/4oE0CVF3CM

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:31 PM EST

Sadly I’m on a flight so you’re stuck w/Robo Mary #G2Great PREtweets. I’ll soak in your brilliance when I get to the hotel friends.

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:31 PM EST

Leigh Anne 6th grade ELA from Indiana. I love talking about independent reading!!! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:31 PM EST

Please take a moment to introduce yourself & say where you're from #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

#G2Great Words of Wisdom to inspire our discussion spotlighting Independent Reading https://t.co/XB5GxvGSIG

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

#G2Great https://t.co/sSD6T3UzEe

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:31 PM EST

Sadly I’m on a flight so you’re stuck w/Robo Mary #G2Great PREtweets. I’ll soak in your brilliance when I get to the hotel friends.

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hello. Jill DeRosa, Third Grade Teacher, LI, NY #g2great`

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

@Teachr4 Welcome Leigh Anne so great to have your voice with us tonight as we explore independence #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hello #g2great from Kim and Jill in NB Canada. We are K-12 literacy coordinators.

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

Emily-Kindergarten Teacher in GA. I am ready to absorb some knowledge! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

@JillDerosa so happy you're here Jill! #G2Great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

Hattie, HS ela in Michigan #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

Dani, I/Coach from Kalispell MT, tweeting in for half our chat; middle school performance of Lion King starts soon! #g2great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

Gr 2/3 Carrie from Vancouver BC #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

Aaron, Principal in Saskatchewan, Canada. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

@EmilyAnnGordon and we are ready to learn from you Emily! #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

Hi Jen! Excited to chat, Melissa Literacy Coach MA #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:33 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Hi Carrie! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

#G2Great Q1 just ahead https://t.co/3XcDGk31XF

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

Shannon, Student Support Teacher, Saskatchewan, Canada. #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

Lori, Literacy Coach, near Seattle. #g2great

vblit4kids Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

@VBTitleI #G2Great q's Holding to Practices that Matter: Spotlight on Independent Reading @brennanamy @hayhurst3 https://t.co/L8mew9eRK3"

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

Hi, Lisa, a Literacy Specialist, from Massachusetts. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

@ShelfieTalk Happy Thursday so glad you are spending some time talking about independent reading w/us #G2Great

VanessaW2007 Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

#G2Great Vanessa, 6th grade SPED Wyoming glad to be here!

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

Faige retired kinder teacher. Here for awhile #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

@MoneoShannon Welcome Shannon we are glad to have you with us tonight #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

Hi Everyone! Welcome to #G2Great So glad you could join us tonight

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

#G2Great Q1 https://t.co/0LN5Ez8GQE

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1Everything we do should be aimed at the goal of improving Ss independent reading ability https://t.co/e2V6E7AIGF @Kari_Yates #g2great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

A topic very near our hearts! #G2Great https://t.co/NgMv6VHXp8

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:34 PM EST

@ShelfieTalk Happy Thursday so glad you are spending some time talking about independent reading w/us #G2Great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

Join us now for our #g2great chat all about the importance of independent reading #simplestarts https://t.co/4rkKoFWSWW

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

Lots of Canadians here today! #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1 To paraphrase @kellyGtogo, Standards mean nothing if they are not reading. #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

@brennanamy Excited to be with my #g2great friends ❤️

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

@girlworld4 Hi Dani! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

@joyfulkinder I love MA I visited your state several times last year to attend @Lesleyctrrrlc. Can't wait to learn with you #G2Great

LeaderandReader Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

Looking forward to tonight's session! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Welcome! Welcome! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1 If readers don’t practice actually reading . . . . #g2great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1: kids will never learn to truly love reading if we don't give them choice over what to read and time to read it! #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: I/R grows a true love for reading that Ss will take w/them when they leave our classroom @pavliknmt #g2great https://t.co/yEPiMzWL85

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1 Until we’re willing to put joyful engaged reading at the center of our work, we’ll forever miss the point of best practices. #G2Great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

Patty, Sped Resource teacher from Chicago suburbs. #G2great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hello! JoAnne from Wa. Happy to be here #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hello from Susie in NYC. I am a consultant, reading specialist and instructor @bankstreetedu so excited to learn together #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: The most important factor in reading development & growth is “volume”. To grow our readers we must provide time for practice. #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1. In order to get better at something we need time to practice! Indep. Reading give student that time.#g2great

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: PRACTICE makes you better. Ss need to practice reading daily! #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: Learning reading strategies means nothing if there isn't time to practice them. Independent reading time allows for that. #G2Great

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

Tara Reed. Denton, Texas. Sorry I'm late! #G2Great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

In order to get better at something you practice it. Practicing reading makes better readers. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

@girlworld4 how's it going Dani? Miss you on the @voxer #G2Great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1 Nancie Atwell gives one of my fave arguments. This is how I became a reader, fostered at home. #G2great https://t.co/ZDhauclKVv

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

The more students have the opportunity to read, the more in love with reading they will become. #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

So much research supporting the link between indep reading and achievement. More reading= better readers. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

#G2Great https://t.co/TTxGnpfPR7

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: I/R grows a true love for reading that Ss will take w/them when they leave our classroom @pavliknmt #g2great https://t.co/yEPiMzWL85

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Books a window into the world. IR allows sts to practice & participate in the joy of reading #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Independent reading affords time for Sts to apply & practice learning. Without this it’s futile water off a duck’s back! #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1: Independent reading allows students to explore genres, authors, and illustrators. It allows them to fall in love with reading #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

@TeacherHattie I couldn't agree more #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

coming in late from PA--brewing my tea: Chris from PA. #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

Let's all be reminded of Dr Richard Allington's wise words #g2great https://t.co/bVz5OHc7vK

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 Giving students a chance to read A LOT is the best way to increase their love of learning and increase their achievement. #g2great

VanessaW2007 Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

#g2great With all the tech distracting Ss at home, it's up to us to provide a peaceful opportunity to read

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1- The only way for Ss to get better at reading is to spend LOTS of time reading! We NEED to hold tight to independent reading! #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

#G2Great Spread the JOY https://t.co/3laYzVIrM9

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1 Until we’re willing to put joyful engaged reading at the center of our work, we’ll forever miss the point of best practices. #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

Becky, here from DesPlaines #g2great

KeithEGarvert Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 If we don't give kids time to read, how will they ever develop a love of reading? #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

Hello #G2Great friends. Jessie from Katy here. So happy I made it tonight!

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

A1: Independent reading provides time to explore authors, genres, and worlds that grow kind, thoughtful & joyous adults! #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

A1: Students doing the work of a reader #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

Simply put...There is no practice for reading like practicing reading. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

Spread the JOY of engaged independent reading that is at the center of our work #G2Great https://t.co/3laYzVIrM9

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1 Until we’re willing to put joyful engaged reading at the center of our work, we’ll forever miss the point of best practices. #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

A1: offering Ss time to read that they most likely won't get anywhere else. #g2great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

So great to be with #g2great friends - Fran from SE Iowa!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1 We can’t teach reading if they don’t READ. Enticing books are instructional nutrition – a celebratory feast for starving minds. #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

YES! This is so important.#g2great https://t.co/x36eUQMbRI

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

Let's all be reminded of Dr Richard Allington's wise words #g2great https://t.co/bVz5OHc7vK

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: One of my Ts has this hanging up. All the reasons needed! #g2great https://t.co/nnjejosHQg

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

@LeaderandReader me too Mindy #G2Great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

@ShelfieTalk Just like an instrument or a sport we must practice to get better! Instruction must have practice linked to it. #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

Ha! Dani! You know me too well! Just finished teaching and now juggling homework and #G2Great! https://t.co/aAUMmVGxFI

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

@suzrolander Hi Susie! Juggling bedtime again? 😉

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1 Independent reading is the place where all the learning comes together and students do it on their own-they are in control #g2great

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

#G2Great Erin from Michigan ready for this awesome topic.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

@suzrolander @bankstreetedu so glad you're with us tonight Susie! #G2Great

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1-Reading instruction is important, however it is important Ss practice the skills they have been taught during independent rdg. #G2Great

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1. IR is the ground upon which kiddos become voracious life-long readers. It is a nonnegotiable. #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

But...girl #1 is asleep! Ready to talk reading with #G2Great https://t.co/aAUMmVGxFI

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

@suzrolander Hi Susie! Juggling bedtime again? 😉

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

#G2Great Q2 just ahead https://t.co/uki40eUDJp

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

What Jenn and Mary said! JOY! @hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward #G2Great https://t.co/wx5y1awWVz

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST
Spread the JOY of engaged independent reading that is at the center of our work #G2Great https://t.co/3laYzVIrM9
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST
  
  A1 Until we’re willing to put joyful engaged reading at the center of our work, we’ll forever miss the point of best practices. #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

A1 Not all children have access to books and time at home so time to read at school is paramount #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

Truth! #g2great https://t.co/Cgw9YE5JNY

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: One of my Ts has this hanging up. All the reasons needed! #g2great https://t.co/nnjejosHQg

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

@JillDerosa This is the time they get to practice all the skills they have learned. Such an important part of the learning process. #G2Great

rizzapiccio Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

Good morning! Joining in late, rizza k-3 T from philippines #G2Great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

Send them to talk to the Book Whisperer or read her very wise blog post. https://t.co/b3FkI9F9jx #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

Jenn, one of the best parts of my week! So many important conversations and smart educators! #g2great https://t.co/2D1MDhQMIK

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

@suzrolander @bankstreetedu so glad you're with us tonight Susie! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

#G2Great Q2 https://t.co/wMV0CvxNuz

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

I'd add, as a former K teacher, young Ss need lots of scaffolding and familiar texts while learning to read. #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

A1: Ind rdg in the clsrm will offer the Ss a choice of books that they may not get anywhere else. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

@chrisp16 what do we value? Want Ss to read better - better let them read! #G2Great An elegant solution to a complex undertaking

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:44 PM EST

A2 Teachers know your books BE READERS!!! #g2great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:44 PM EST

Used book stores are a teacher's treasure chest. #g2great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:44 PM EST

So glad you said this @CarrieGelson We need to remember to be sensitive to all families #G2Great https://t.co/GKJRKKGUr1

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:42 PM EST

A1 Not all children have access to books and time at home so time to read at school is paramount #g2great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 8:44 PM EST

A2: Use social media--ask for book donations on community fb pgs, ask parents, library sales #g2great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Weed out the duds! Ask for books instead of cupcakes to celebrate birthdays. Used bookstores. Donor's Choose. Beg. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Start w/Richard Allington’s sage advice in What Really Matters for Struggling Readers. Great ideas! #G2Great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo How can we convince Ts of the power in reading and the lack of learning from these time wasters? #G2great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A1 As resource T, have watched Ss go from Ts that provide ind. read time to those that don't the next yr. Change is heartbreaking #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: take out a loan so that you can buy the bks needed. I am considering doing so. #g2great

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: I love @Scholastic! Kids order and our classroom gets free books. Our school has also used Title 1 Funding! #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: ASK FOR STUDENT INPUT. Our libraries must reflect the preferences of the readers in the room, not our own. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

@Matt_Halpern as a former K teacher you must really valued shared reading experiences such a great way to bolster K Ss reading #g2great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: We must know our readers and ensure we have a classroom library that respects and welcomes them as readers in the world. #G2Great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Yes, yes, yes! When I have read a book I can really talk it up and get Ss interested. #g2great

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

#G2Great A2: While there is no replacement for a real book, I just discovered Epic at https://t.co/78Yad29EFd

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

And it is such a simple solution! How can a T refuse? #g2great https://t.co/mzPWMRu1QY

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:43 PM EST

@chrisp16 what do we value? Want Ss to read better - better let them read! #G2Great An elegant solution to a complex undertaking

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: Collaborating with school librarian is key as well! They are great tools to have to help build classroom libraries #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass So smart to ask Ss, it is their classroom and there should be books that they want #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 So many inexpensive options: garage sales, Scholastic points, community donations. Find creative inexpensive sources! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 I wrote this post about organizing and building a classroom library https://t.co/wzqXCGTZ1Y #g2great

flynn_catherine Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

@Matt_Halpern Library book sales and Goodwill are other good sources of like-new used books. #G2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

I always hated weeding out, but I know it is key to keeping my library fresh and inviting. #g2great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

Check out your school's (probably under utilized) book room. Could be some hidden gems. #g2great

KeithEGarvert Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 STOP spending $ on programs and invest in classroom libraries with real books written for kids, not programs. #puttheboxaway #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

@jessiebmiller Yes! I add books every year that match the readers in my room!!! #g2great

Peebles142 Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2 it is also important for Ts to know their readers so they can recommend books that match their interest #G2Great https://t.co/VqJLMmtT6x

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:44 PM EST

A2 Teachers know your books BE READERS!!! #g2great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: @ScholasticClub is AWESOME for building library volume. Bonus points from orders turn into books for classroom libraries #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

Dani this is AMAZING! I truly believe this! #G2Great https://t.co/kxmcHZNkRX

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: I/R grows a true love for reading that Ss will take w/them when they leave our classroom @pavliknmt #g2great https://t.co/yEPiMzWL85

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Love Little Free Library! Let's put these in/near our schools as well! #g2great https://t.co/jyF237kGH0

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Stay current. Ask your kids.Take student requests. #G2Great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2:Schools must make classroom libraries a priority. Provide Ts supports to create/adapt their library based on Ss interests/needs. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 Ask parents to donate old books & put a DONATED BY label inside the book. It’s a win-win! #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2: Book drives, used books, grants, @DonorsChoose, library sales, @Scholastic book orders are just a few ways to build a library. #G2Great

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward absolutely! I appreciate the specifics he provides - have his books next to yours. :) #G2Great

rizzapiccio Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 we ask our students to bring their fave book from home to add to our collection #G2Great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@PattyHanrahan5 You offer a valuable perspective Patty. #G2Great

LeaderandReader Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A1: Time to practice reading is critical. Students must have time at school to actually read! To be #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@PWickster are you seeing this? #G2Great https://t.co/3o7fX5qOEj

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

In order to get better at something you practice it. Practicing reading makes better readers. #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@RACzyz I love this! #G2Great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 Learned about gr8 books from many bloggers @CarrieGelson #nerdybookclub & NF/PB10for10 posts #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2- Add new books, Ss favorite titles, convince Admin/community to spend $$ on things that grow readers like.....BOOKS! #G2great

VanessaW2007 Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@flynn_catherine @Matt_Halpern #g2great I love goodwill and visit the book section often!

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2: I wrote more about @ScholasticClub here: https://t.co/ccRGi9cxF7 #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2 Our classroom libraries need to reflect our readers so they change year to year #g2great

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

A2. I ask families to keep me in mind when they weed out books at home. Also Scholastic, garage sales, thrift stores. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@cooperclan141 So powerful! Student requests #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:47 PM EST

@Erin3rown This is new to me. I can't wait to check it out! Thanks for sharing! #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:48 PM EST

Absolutely! #g2great https://t.co/oHbs6yChgP

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1: I/R grows a true love for reading that Ss will take w/them when they leave our classroom @pavliknmt #g2great https://t.co/yEPiMzWL85

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 8:48 PM EST

I LOVE this, where did you get this?#g2great https://t.co/noB9JujrRK

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Love Little Free Library! Let's put these in/near our schools as well! #g2great https://t.co/jyF237kGH0

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 8:48 PM EST

My students love to donate books they have read. Ss knowing that others have read the donated books helps entice them to read. #G2Great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2: Put student books on shelves. Read books by last year's kids, brothers, sisters. Collect books for birthdays - nameplates! #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:48 PM EST

have a pop GN that my 4th grdr informed me I need 2 get the other one in the series. #g2great https://t.co/YCG1WWuong

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2: ASK FOR STUDENT INPUT. Our libraries must reflect the preferences of the readers in the room, not our own. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2 Make books a SCHOOLWIDE priority. Let’s put our money where it matters most. Inviting enticing engaging books. BAM! #G2Great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2 Ask students what books they love and find ways to get them- garage sales, library book sales, book fairies etc. #g2great

SparkyTeaching Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

For educators with spark & who value the "big" stuff: https://t.co/TebA9kP4Et #lrnchat #mschat #globaledchat #G2Great #games4ed #UrbanEdChat

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

@suzrolander @pavliknmt These wise words hit me dead on! Truth to never forget #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2: Donations, Book Drives, Book Swaps, we have a great resource here on LI, https://t.co/v62pH2qYsC #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2: Donations, Book Drives, Book Swaps, we have a great resource here on LI, https://t.co/NXa4dkEIcv #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2: Half price book stores have great clearance sales. Public library book sales #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

#G2GREAT so perfect https://t.co/xFSIzH2CLs

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Love Little Free Library! Let's put these in/near our schools as well! #g2great https://t.co/jyF237kGH0

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2-Fill the CR Library with a variety of genres that are based on Ss interests. Hooking Ss into reading is the first step. #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

Will be building a Little Free Library at school with my class - its all about creating a community of readers! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 just ahead https://t.co/4T5Viw8KTw

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

Pool grade level money and then share books by rotating them. #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2: Utilize your school's librarian. They typically know the current trends and what's popular with students. #g2great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2 Scholastic book club points and gift card to books stores from parents stocked class library. Amazon account was kept busy #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass absolutely! #g2great

BarbaraGruener Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2: I've created a Books That Teach list to share mentor text titles by theme. We MUST share our faves! https://t.co/uE3SX0AkU8 #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

@RACzyz @Jmitch462 LOVE this! The more you read, the better you read. You learn to read by reading. #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

YES!! Building a library takes time, money and passion #g2great https://t.co/PPKI3j1cfr

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2 Make books a SCHOOLWIDE priority. Let’s put our money where it matters most. Inviting enticing engaging books. BAM! #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

Was told that if you r not excited abt the bk when you touch it, then get rid of it. I can't!!!! #g2great https://t.co/qXfQuFP4ne

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:46 PM EST

I always hated weeding out, but I know it is key to keeping my library fresh and inviting. #g2great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

@joyfulkinder There are some in my neighborhood! Check out https://t.co/OqhEZm7PHN Some skls have partnered w/ Boy Scouts to build #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 https://t.co/JOLuXwBYsn

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

A2 We hosted a K-12 Valentine's Book Tasting to introduce Ts to new titles. #G2Great https://t.co/UgKpNCEaGa

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

A2-To increase volume, ask for School Community Council to support with finding ways to get funds to fill CR libraries. #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

A2: I agree with @DrMaryHoward. Libraries are about community and should be supported by the community...not just the Ts. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

@brennanamy @MrOrsinosClass Another way we foster relationships w/Ss a S told another that I would get them any book they want #g2great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

Great idea. Could be a passion #geniushour project #G2Great https://t.co/yOOxmEdmUR

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:50 PM EST

Will be building a Little Free Library at school with my class - its all about creating a community of readers! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

https://t.co/as9iNpdFzz amazing article by Donalyn Miller about the research about reading time! #G2Great https://t.co/h5d5XMR78X

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:38 PM EST

So much research supporting the link between indep reading and achievement. More reading= better readers. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great https://t.co/VBr4tKGJ9O

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 https://t.co/JOLuXwBYsn

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

@joyfulkinder @RACzyz We have 2 of these in our neighborhood! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3 Teaching kids to pick a book w/a level is not teaching them how to choose a just-right-at-this-moment books, level or not. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2-We have "Read Boxes"throughout our school. Ss & families can take books anytime and return them when they are done. #G2Great

Jmitch462 Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

@ritaplatt @RACzyz Just like @donalynbooks would preach in the Book Whisperer! If they let Ss read; they will become readers! #G2Great

BarbaraGruener Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2b: A Principal's Pick program puts a new book into your classroom library every month; Ss take turns taking it home to read. #g2great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

LOVE that you are asking this question #g2great https://t.co/lUdROiZHt1

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:51 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 https://t.co/JOLuXwBYsn

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

Oh so much to say about leveling. I fear it's going to take time to come back from the cliff. For now I encourage text BANDS. #g2great

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3: you don't want Ss to label themselves as "a Level ___." You want them to label themselves as a READER! #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

@Erin3rown This is great!! How do you like the selection? #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

@hayhurst3 I believe in leveled libraries. Here is my response #G2Great https://t.co/gqTq7dzTlX

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3: No more than one half the books in a classroom should be leveled. Sort the rest by student categories: pets, blood & guts... #G2Great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3: We don’t want to become over-focused on levels. Real readers use purpose (ex. enjoyment) to direct what they read, not levels. #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3: I believe a small part of the library should be "leveled" (Ss don't need know the level). #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @brennanamy you get some of the biggest smiles from handing a book to a S and saying "this made me think of you" #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

@chrisp16 Sometimes I will put them in the closet and bring them out later or the next year. #g2great

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3. Children aren't levels, they're readers. If you want to grow book love, give them choice- not a level. #G2Great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 We don't want to put labels on kids- they should be allowed to read books that they love regardless of their levels #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

I like that idea! Maybe I will start it. #g2great https://t.co/N5chhwSNFI

BarbaraGruener Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A2b: A Principal's Pick program puts a new book into your classroom library every month; Ss take turns taking it home to read. #g2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

I also think we can help parents with strategies at home. https://t.co/37e6n7T5Hh #G2Great https://t.co/mdIulVU6jZ

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1- The only way for Ss to get better at reading is to spend LOTS of time reading! We NEED to hold tight to independent reading! #G2great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

We try to promote kids are READERS not levels. #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

@Teachr4 @chrisp16 This makes the library feel new when books come back #G2Great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

Happy to see @Peebles142 joining @cooperclan141 and I at #G2Great ! #62learns

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 We can guide independent choice but there has to be CHOICE #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3:Overreliance on reading level systems hinders Ss fm learning how to self-select books @donalynbooks https://t.co/H4tvERafio #g2great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3: Ss need to know how to select appropriate books, and books in the world are not leveled. #G2Great

_Angie_Head Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

#G2Great Q3 Students are proud when they "read up" and will do so if interest is there.

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3: Part of becoming a reader is learning your personal good fit! #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass I know. I still have a gut feeling that the Dad is alive & is a stonekeeper. #g2great

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3: Leveling puts Ss in tight little containers and I want my Ss to love reading and they can't if they feel they have no choices. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

@jessiebmiller Yes I too think children should have a range of texts in their book baggies. #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

Levels are just for teachers. Stnts are more than a number. Don't make me cry by saying your kids can only read yellow dot books. #g2great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3 The level is the book mark the reader is the book. Giving readers a chance to find the book that fits their interest. Open ended #G2Great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3: picking "just right" books is important, but you can't discount the power of student interest. #g2great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

Choice is so important, Tara! @ReedTaraann1 #G2Great https://t.co/JtD2mzT6wh

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3. Children aren't levels, they're readers. If you want to grow book love, give them choice- not a level. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

@suzrolander I agree. We need to invite parents to our Readers Workshop! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

#G2Great I feel like I hVe found my people! https://t.co/8ZlRXvPIEi

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:40 PM EST

Simply put...There is no practice for reading like practicing reading. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 We explicitly teach text selection but at some point trust Sts to choose wisely. It’s called C-H-O-I-C-E for a reason. Let go! #G2Great

Peebles142 Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Books that are based on Ss interest should be the greatest motivator, not levels. Obvi it has to be accessible tho, fine line #G2Great

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3-Ss need to learn to pick books that are based on their interest or their purpose for reading, not according to what level it is. #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Readers select books for different reasons- interest, knowledge, learning needs- not just level. Just right depends on purpose. #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

I do have levelled texts to help grow readers - they aren’t in collection I pull out for them for practice #g2great https://t.co/S8C79dLhyQ

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 We can guide independent choice but there has to be CHOICE #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3: used to do so.It does serve a purpose, but I could not refuse allowing Ss to explore other books. It is impo--CHOICE; Indep #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Levels have a purpose. But like many educational things, they become abused and no longer serve the intended purpose. #g2great

KeithEGarvert Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Leveling books can unintentionally cause growing readers to see themselves as a level. It interferes with authentic choice. #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3: Using leveled texts is fine for driving targeted instruction. However, students should not be confined to their level. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass @brennanamy I know me too isn't that the best? Ss know you really care about them when we share books #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

A3: Let the Ss group/organize the books according to their own interests & preferences! #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

#G2Great many ways to help students learn to pick book. "right reader, right book, right time" BUT kids like to read books they CAN read

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

Yes! It is those “you must read this level” that ruins love of reading #g2great https://t.co/hFIlbkxonN

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 8:54 PM EST

Levels are just for teachers. Stnts are more than a number. Don't make me cry by saying your kids can only read yellow dot books. #g2great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

@MoneoShannon Yes! That is what builds an authentic joy for reading! #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:56 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Agree. It is all about balance to me. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3 Confer to really learn HOW & WHY Sts choose texts. Be respectfully mindful as you assess interest AND meaning. #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3: When is the last time YOU read a book that was "on your level"? #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

Book stores are not leveled and Ss need to learn to live in the real world. We do that by teaching them how to choose, not levels. #g2great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

Text bands begin to release the scaffolding for youngest Ss. #g2great

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

@chrisp16 Not 100% sure yet but looks rich. My 7 yr old is in LOVE w/it. 9 yr old info lover too! Like a Netflix 4 books 4 kids. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

@ritaplatt me too Rita, i think levels are there to support teachers ability to differentiate #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

I agree, ts in my bld who just added a section of lev. books in their library saw increase in Reading vol #g2great https://t.co/CNScpOZLZq

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:52 PM EST

A3: I believe a small part of the library should be "leveled" (Ss don't need know the level). #G2Great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

GREAT question, Paul! @MrOrsinosClass #G2Great https://t.co/FPwotjCQ0b

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3: When is the last time YOU read a book that was "on your level"? #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

@abbeydick Love this idea! #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3: Audible support always helps to make a "hard" book more accessible to Ss #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

#G2Great Q4 just ahead https://t.co/X4ju9mNUCb

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3 Diary of a Wimpy Kid 5.2 ATOS. Divergent 4.7 ATOS. Need I say more about levels??? #g2great

rizzapiccio Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3 my school use levels to help the struggling readers but the ones who are independent and confident are given opportunities #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3 I find children will often choose titles that are a fit as they love the “can do “ feeling of reading at independent level #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

@franmcveigh @MrOrsinosClass fantastic #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

@franmcveigh @MrOrsinosClass Yes it is and I don't want to answer it! :) #g2great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3: also--sometimes my highest level AP readers need to be told it's okay to read something "easy"--diff purposes--challenge, fun #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

#G2Great Q4 https://t.co/iqBBwrt0xM

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

@girlworld4 Exactly. I don't go into a bookstore & look for a level on the book, I look for a book that suits my needs at the time. #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

@KeithEGarvert I agree. It is all about how the Ts views the level. It is about the text the reader needs at that moment. #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

A3:Ss are never at one fixed level. Background knowledge and interest can have a significant impact on their ability to read a text #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

@Erin3rown @chrisp16 Great resource! Thank you for sharing! #G2Great

Peebles142 Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

Books should speak to Ss, levels can be a mute button #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

Perfect for the summer rdg season. I can include it w/ https://t.co/xaPY5ZmLUz #g2great https://t.co/4sYUvGr0Uq

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:57 PM EST

@chrisp16 Not 100% sure yet but looks rich. My 7 yr old is in LOVE w/it. 9 yr old info lover too! Like a Netflix 4 books 4 kids. #G2Great

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 8:59 PM EST

A4: Just do it!! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

Seriously? I think I am in heaven with all these like minded, amazing, letting kids read, teachers! Ahh #G2Great https://t.co/yIC7bHhhvL

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1 We can’t teach reading if they don’t READ. Enticing books are instructional nutrition – a celebratory feast for starving minds. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4 We can’t afford to relinquish independent reading to chance in stolen moments. Independent reading is our heart & soul! #G2Great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4 Reading Workshop. Plain and simple. #g2great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A3 Readers read at many different levels. Heck, I can spend 30 minutes reading Elephant and Piggie! #g2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

So good to be here Jenn! @hayhurst3 #G2Great https://t.co/2D1MDhQMIK

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

@suzrolander @bankstreetedu so glad you're with us tonight Susie! #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4: Let Ss read during every downtime. Find time every day for independent reading! Read along with Ss, modeling for them! #G2Great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4: Deliberately schedule independent reading more than 1 x a day. Always happens. Put Ss in charge of reminders! #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 9:00 PM EST

A4: First thing Ss do every morning! Come in and just read! Great start to our day! We love it! #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4: You make time for what matters. You make time for supports growing readers and writers. IR always comes frist. Period! #g2great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4: it is a non-negotiable. That's it. Kids know it; I know it. We start everyday with indy reading #g2great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 It is non-negotiable. Like breathing. Students soon feel the same way about it. #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

@suzrolander Hello again Susie! #g2great

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4: Our school uses the Daily 5 structure. Read to Self is time for IR. Fun to see Ks do it! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 Independent reading is part of reading workshop Nonnegotiable Daily time NO MATTER WHAT #g2great

Peebles142 Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 independent reading time should never be too low on the priority scale to be part of every school day. Ss need time with books #G2Great

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

@MoneoShannon Over focus on leveling sets up reading as a competitive rather than a joyful experience #g2great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A4 Independent reading time is non-negotiable and it is valued in my classroom - Time is set aside for it daily #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

So many new #G2Great educators with us tonight! Make sure you follow! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

So many new #G2Great educators with us tonight! Make sure you follow! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

These are the kinds of fantastic resources that my PLN shares on #G2Great ty @Erin3rown https://t.co/nDT1aCpmfq

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 8:45 PM EST

#G2Great A2: While there is no replacement for a real book, I just discovered Epic at https://t.co/78Yad29EFd

KOuellette94 Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

@ShelfieTalk #G2Great Tuis was an amazing experience and inspiring experience! My TBR list is now overflowing 😊

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A3-We don't want to limit children to a level. Leveled books should be for Ts to provide instruction, not in a classroom library. #G2great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

Q4. My principal requires teachers to have Rd workshop at least 4/5 days a week for 60 min #g2great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4 I LOVE how everyone is using the same term non-negotiable for independent reading #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: Have ind rdg during the content instruction. Why just have it during the rdg slots? #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: If we value independent reading & know it’s importance for reading development we will make time for it. Make it a priority!! #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: It is absolutely crucial to have IR time. Make time. My Ss ask "when will we get to IR" every day. #G2Great

rizzapiccio Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

@jessiebmiller my thoughts exactly! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

#G2Great https://t.co/mC1QuLq5tc

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

A3-We don't want to limit children to a level. Leveled books should be for Ts to provide instruction, not in a classroom library. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4 PUT IT IN WRITING! What goes in the daily schedule reflects what we value. Put IR at the head of your value list! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

@RACzyz I adore this! Thank you for sharing! #G2Great https://t.co/of1jpq9qvn

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: One of my Ts has this hanging up. All the reasons needed! #g2great https://t.co/nnjejosHQg

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @Erin3rown @EpicKidsBooks is AMAZING & 100% free for teachers. MUST HAVE! Check these out too! https://t.co/tNL2LpkywG #G2Great

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

@Teachr4 Exactly! The text gradient is an imp tool for Ts to understand trajectory of reading. It's not intended to pigeonhole Ss. #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4 If independent reading is something you value, then you will find the time in your day to do it. #g2great

rizzapiccio Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4 when i was a homeroom T first thing in the morning they hav IR and all throughout the day when they are done with their tasks #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4 The trickier thing is how to have conversations with our colleagues about the importance of time to read! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

Amazing & generous PLN #G2Great https://t.co/rEqGS9A4Yr

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:03 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @Erin3rown @EpicKidsBooks is AMAZING & 100% free for teachers. MUST HAVE! Check these out too! https://t.co/tNL2LpkywG #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

That's a principal who cares and is informed!! #g2great https://t.co/muNoYbrYYA

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

Q4. My principal requires teachers to have Rd workshop at least 4/5 days a week for 60 min #g2great

KeithEGarvert Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4 Track your time. How much is spent on "fluff"? Calendar time? Could you cut some of that and add that time to IR? #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4: What you make time for shows Ss what you value. When you honor IR time first, you show Ss how important reading is. #g2great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

@CarrieGelson I could do an hour! Love Elephant & Piggie! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

@TeacherHattie so glad to have you in my PLN #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

No more "we don't have time!" #G2Great https://t.co/cW59NcotHr

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

A4: If we value independent reading & know it’s importance for reading development we will make time for it. Make it a priority!! #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:04 PM EST

@KeithEGarvert AMEN!!!! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

#G2Great Q5 just ahead https://t.co/1Q2XeJHyCk

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Ditch the worksheets and other time wasters. #timeintext grows readers! https://t.co/mGA7pGjsif #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Well you knew it was coming. To say YES to what matters we must say NO to what doesn’t. It’s @ strategic elimination! #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

@suzrolander That's why I love this chat! We are not alone. #g2great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

@TeacherHattie S interest creates motivation and the reason they want to read! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

#G2Great need we say more? https://t.co/7dyhDn1A7T

KyleneBeers Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

They should read . . . https://t.co/oP30lqkAgs

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward One of my favorite quotes from our own @DrMaryHoward #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass That's probably b/c you have great bks to read. My Ss have told me they like my bks better than the library. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

#G2Great Q5 https://t.co/BEkyS9HrtU

LeaderandReader Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

Ahh! A phone call and other things have kept me from the chat. Will need to catch up later. Good stuff! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

Bingo! #g2great https://t.co/2QJ0or8RUV

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Well you knew it was coming. To say YES to what matters we must say NO to what doesn’t. It’s @ strategic elimination! #G2Great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

A4: Check w https://t.co/IjdQLuBTdp much time 4 practice daily? Goal 4 Ind Reading is EQUAL time. Must read to be stronger,better! #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Perfect! #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

@franmcveigh Love this sooooooo much! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward me too sometimes we have to take a stand I'll stand w/ you and @DrMaryHoward any day of the week #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

@chrisp16 thats a great compliment! #G2Great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

@jessiebmiller Exactly. It's pretty hard to show students we truly value reading if we never give them time to do it! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

A5 Acknowledge cognitive tradeoffs. If the pencil compromises the reading, then save the pencil for AFTER reflections. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward right back at you friend! Always moving from good to great! #G2Great

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4-Ss should pick up a book whenever there is "free time". Teach them to cherish this time as if it were a stolen treasure. #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

@RACzyz @CarrieGelson I will do Piggie's voice, but I also like the snake. #g2great

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4: Your time shows your value system. Value independent reading, make it the hub of reading instruction. Prioritize above all else.#g2great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5: Starts with creating a classroom community that honors Ss voices. We teach Ss how to talk about their reading and thinking. #g2great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5 Set up time for independent reading that is followed by time to talk and write about that reading with peers #g2great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5 Having students recommend books to each other- this is the most authentic dialogue about reading. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Yes, I love that wording. New quote to hold tight! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

who doesn't want to follow @KyleneBeers ? She speaks the truth and is so relevant to our chat tonight #G2Great

TeacherHattie Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5: my ss are blogging book reviews this semester--connecting reading and writing AND helping them share titles with peers #g2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

@PWickster please share! #G2Great https://t.co/hek26K6GsF

girlworld4 Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Ditch the worksheets and other time wasters. #timeintext grows readers! https://t.co/mGA7pGjsif #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

A5 Never lose sight of the reason for independent reading. Umm… READING? If that’s not the #1 goal soul-searching is in order. #G2Great

Peebles142 Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

A5 IR should be accompanied with some reflection, analysis, summary, strategy2deepen understanding and develop close reading skills #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

.@JillDerosa @pattyvreilly is on fire! #G2Great https://t.co/kHjcZW71pJ

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4: Your time shows your value system. Value independent reading, make it the hub of reading instruction. Prioritize above all else.#g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass I am friends w/ the librarian and I don't want to tell her. #g2great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

Give Ss time to talk to each other about the books they are reading and encourage them to recommend books to each other. #g2great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

A4- Ss start the day with IR, during Readers Workhshop & end the day with https://t.co/df7GLgf9PE way to grow readers = IR ! #G2great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 9:09 PM EST

A4: My Ss love creating QR code book reviews that we put on the backs of our books-authentic audience #G2Great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5: "After ind. rdg, talk w your partner abt your rdg and then record one idea from either your rdg OR partner rdg to hold on to #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

And it is magical to observe. #g2great https://t.co/mGoewRIP19

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5 Having students recommend books to each other- this is the most authentic dialogue about reading. #G2Great

Matt_Halpern Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

Partner reading/discussions are invaluable. #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

Celebrating home reading #g2great https://t.co/r6XppPc5oy

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5 Let students create book trailers, blog posts around their reading. Let them design and choose how they celebrate/share books. #G2great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5 I just finished Writers ARE Readers;Flipping Reading Instruction into Writing Opportunities by Lester Laminack. Helpful. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

@jessiebmiller I just loved the way said that @jessiebmiller so very true we have to honor S voices every step of the way #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

@cooperclan141 This is such a great idea! It helps to sell those books to others! #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5: We have a book graffiti wall - contact paper and dry erase markers - students read and then recommend books to others #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

@suzrolander I know! Isn't this the Best! #G2great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5: Talking is a playground for growing ideas, developing language, and pushing thinking. Classrooms must be alive with talk! #g2great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

@chrisp16 Yes!!! #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

Snuggle up and Read Night at the ES library https://t.co/AZL3oTL1Hn #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

Hello @chrisp16 ! Great to learn together! #G2Great https://t.co/7eMuL2WJAk

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:01 PM EST

@suzrolander Hello again Susie! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

#G2Great it's all about engagement and how we structure the learning https://t.co/1DHRCqBlgq

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5: "After ind. rdg, talk w your partner abt your rdg and then record one idea from either your rdg OR partner rdg to hold on to #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass Fun! I love this idea! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

Absolutely! Just include #G2Great https://t.co/KM7jtZGWt4

_Angie_Head Mar 3 @ 9:02 PM EST

@chrisp16 @suzrolander @DrMaryHoward Am I allowed to join the chat?

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

IditaREAD w/ families https://t.co/bnEXBpw23r Making that home connection #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5 Offer student-centered reflection options to fit Std thinking (talk, write, record, draw, collaborate). Loosen the chains! #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

I am in the process of taking a stand now. Not easy, but so important for Ss. If we don't then who will? #g2great https://t.co/IK1X4E2cAF

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

A4 Well you knew it was coming. To say YES to what matters we must say NO to what doesn’t. It’s @ strategic elimination! #G2Great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: We "sharing circles" as part of our "reading culture" in classrooms. Ss must have time to share their ind. reading as well. #g2great

dubioseducator Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

Will check all the wonderful tweets later #G2Great Joining my PLN at #geniushour (once a month chat)

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

Right @Teachr4 ??? Love it! #G2Great https://t.co/tACit9brHv

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:05 PM EST

@suzrolander That's why I love this chat! We are not alone. #g2great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: When a community of readers is established conversations about books are organic - "did you read this?" "Can i read that next?" #G2Great

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:12 PM EST

@cooperclan141 Very authentic! Authentic response is key. Rs read. If response furthers the reading, reading community it can work. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

#G2Great Q6 just ahead https://t.co/8o1N7d71mb

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

@ritaplatt Love this Rita #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

Love this idea! @MrOrsinosClass always has creative suggestions! #G2Great https://t.co/5CAQZ6Xz30

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

A5: We have a book graffiti wall - contact paper and dry erase markers - students read and then recommend books to others #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

A5: One class mystery skypes-Focus of conversation is what each class is reading #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

@franmcveigh this is a great suggestion, sharing it tomorrow! #g2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

@joanneduncanjo I am a little worried at how much I adore this #G2Great chat! Gives me confidence to follow my ❤️ https://t.co/rdlqe0leno

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

@suzrolander I know! Isn't this the Best! #G2great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

Last week, I heard a student say, ":Tell me WHY I should read it!" Mini-on-the-spot-debate! @MrOrsinosClass #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

A5: Some ideas to get them thinking creatively abt their reading! https://t.co/A9Y9Js6XGN #G2Great #4OCF https://t.co/P0LwiLyoWZ

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST

@dubioseducator learn lots! #G2Great Share often! :)

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@hayhurst3 Love it! I love how this does not take away from reading, but is a meaningful response to it. #g2great @franmcveigh

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

#G2Great Q6 https://t.co/1TDJaIAf69

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@suzrolander @Teachr4 we are never alone as readers. We are better together and the sharing here in amazing. #G2Great

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

A5:Reading is a social act. Encourage Ss to share what they have read in order to promote books and expand their thinking. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@suzrolander @Teachr4 we are all standing on the mountain tops shouting the truth #G2great

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward I love that! It is all about being student-centered and providing options that work for varied readers. #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6: Snuggle Up & Read open library nights #G2Great https://t.co/Y1gop0U443

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:11 PM EST

Snuggle up and Read Night at the ES library https://t.co/AZL3oTL1Hn #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6 DO NOT assume kids have books at home! We simply must get texts in their hands they will carry joyfully home. #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

Yes Fran! I can't understand why we don't see this? No brainier with sports! #G2Great https://t.co/4gKKrOVJDh

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:06 PM EST

A4: Check w https://t.co/IjdQLuBTdp much time 4 practice daily? Goal 4 Ind Reading is EQUAL time. Must read to be stronger,better! #g2great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6 We start the day by sharing with a partner what we read last night. Cook books, I Spy, Graphic Novels, Newspaper, whatever. #g2great

pattyvreilly Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

@RACzyz Another good one, Rich! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

@jessiebmiller @franmcveigh absolutely it enhances the learning and makes it even more relevant #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6 I can tell you what I don’t do: no to reading logs, no to recording, Yes to use the library , take home books #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

FREE book store in the back of the library (Used to be my office) Kids "buy" books wen they meet goals #g2great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

@hayhurst3 That really says it all! #G2Great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6 We use a Twitter book where children respond at home about their reading and then start our day spreading the joy with our peers #g2great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6: Have Ss take a #shelfie of their reading at home! Share your bookshelf as well! #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

It is just that I hear the echo so much louder when amongst my #G2Great peeps! @hayhurst3 #g2great https://t.co/O9RzbmfbV6

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@suzrolander @Teachr4 we are all standing on the mountain tops shouting the truth #G2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

It is just that I hear the echo so much louder when amongst my #G2Great peeps! @hayhurst3 #g2great https://t.co/O9RzbmfbV6

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:14 PM EST

@suzrolander @Teachr4 we are all standing on the mountain tops shouting the truth #G2great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6: We have a check-out system in our classroom. Ss can borrow any book they'd like. #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

@pattyvreilly Thanks Patty! #g2great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6: Weeding books - send home with Ss! Give books 2 Ss for birthdays, Christmas, & just because! Don't punish when forget/lose! #g2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6: constant colab w/ the public youth librarian #g2great https://t.co/binFJknFeP

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

.@JillDerosa great idea for an incentive #G2Great https://t.co/0YfehkAUuI

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

FREE book store in the back of the library (Used to be my office) Kids "buy" books wen they meet goals #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

Love this! First time I have seen it but will be saving for sure! #g2great @KyleneBeers https://t.co/LMiLQGznZ7

KyleneBeers Mar 3 @ 8:32 PM EST

They should read . . . https://t.co/oP30lqkAgs

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

@lorilovesbooks I think that beats a reading log any day of the week. It's authentic & a powerful way to promote reading at home. #g2great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:16 PM EST

A6: My bk collection is used as a library w/ my Ss. They r able to take my bks out and share at home. #g2great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6: Push this graphic from day one! #G2Great https://t.co/0hVRE4ZH4k

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 We must stop thinking reading isn’t work unless there’s an agenda. Reading itself is the best kind of work - HEART WORK. #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6: get retirees on working with us https://t.co/zF5dXHIrnf #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

Q6. In my building all teachers send home books from the classroom, each night k-5 #g2great

KeithEGarvert Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 Open up our classroom libraries! What message do we send if we don't allow them to take a book home? #g2great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A2: Use Instagram, Twitter, @remind to share books. I embedded a shelfari widget in class website. We also use @padlet to share #G2Great

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6: I like to focus on reading identity and how readers live in the world. Ts can start with modeling this. #g2great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

@cooperclan141 Smart because titles flying around one classroom might be new to another. Exposes Ss to more peer recommendations #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:17 PM EST

A6 Tell parents “All reading counts - read to self, read to child, listen to audio” Repeat this often And don’t assign HW! #g2great

darylhowardphd Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A5)Scrolled upon this great chat! As school counselor I keep magazines in my office to encourage IR & then convo. #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A5 One of the most powerful commercials for reading! Passionate Student recommendations! #G2Great https://t.co/xSrtcRumNE

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:08 PM EST

A5 Having students recommend books to each other- this is the most authentic dialogue about reading. #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6: Celebrate home reading parents txt me pics of kid reading at home #G2Great https://t.co/8rS9yDSAWh

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST

Celebrating home reading #g2great https://t.co/r6XppPc5oy

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6. We offer reading events during the summer to involve families in reading #G2Great

cooperclan141 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

This is why providing the opportunity at school is so important #G2Great https://t.co/A8pxNn8awF

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:15 PM EST

A6 DO NOT assume kids have books at home! We simply must get texts in their hands they will carry joyfully home. #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6: Talk about personal reading at home. My class knows when I stayed up too late reading a good book or when I go to a book event #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

@darylhowardphd So important to have reading materials everywhere Ss are #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

@lorilovesbooks @DrMaryHoward calls this a soft start to the day what a great way to begin learning in school right away & w/choice #G2Great

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass My system is highly sensitive& techno: post-its on the back of the clsrm door. #g2great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I decided to start to share my reading life this year publicly. #G2great https://t.co/AAAnWNm9bl

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

I hate to say goodnight, but I have boys ready for books and bed. Thanks for a great chat! @hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward #g2great

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6-When parents ask what they can do to help with reading,we say Read, Read &Read some more! Help them find books they love.#G2Great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I make it a priority to stop and talk books with Ss whenever the opportunity presents itself..hallways,recess,entering school. #G2great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: I also create a Google slide presentation of picture books read with links to good reads summaries. #G2Great https://t.co/uwsxTkVtUt

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A5-Ss have a Readers Notebook to share their thinking, wondering,connections, from their reading. Time to share with a partner. #G2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: IditaREAD family reading race w/ the Iditarod muhers https://t.co/bnEXBpw23r #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass Modeling the life of a reader can make the difference, sometimes it just takes them seeing a model to start #G2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: We need to spend less time tracking the reading that Ss do at home & spend more time talking with them about it. #G2Great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: Constant posts on FB, pics of kids reading, sharing new titles, celebrating goals met, etc #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

@ritaplatt this reminds me of @donalynbooks reading in the wild #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

A6 Have a vacation plan (holidays & summer) so kids can take books home & read (for the sake of reading please). #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

A6: Have Ss write abt their relationship w/ books! https://t.co/ivA7p6HtXZ Find the books they love! #G2Great #4OCF https://t.co/p5NpL0JVAl

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

A6: I also create a Google slide presentation of picture books read with links to good reads summaries. #G2Great https://t.co/HBHQasnL63

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

@MrOrsinosClass Exactly! Our students need to see us a readers both in and out of school. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

@DrMaryHoward Please loosen the chains! Ss will rise to the occasion if we give them the opportunity! #G2great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

@joyfulkinder they def do. It's been great to build a reading community. #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

Awesome! #g2great https://t.co/6aIKlOkpEM

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I decided to start to share my reading life this year publicly. #G2great https://t.co/AAAnWNm9bl

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

Absolutely! Creating a community of readers who share #G2Great https://t.co/E0QcFnq3RA

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: We need to spend less time tracking the reading that Ss do at home & spend more time talking with them about it. #G2Great

MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

@brennanamy if we model that reading is life-long and worthwhile students will see that #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

using social media to promote important work on all fronts #G2Great https://t.co/Y5D8hZCpNq

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:19 PM EST

A6: Constant posts on FB, pics of kids reading, sharing new titles, celebrating goals met, etc #G2Great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:20 PM EST

@mrorsinosclass I need to steal this idea. BRILLIANT! TY! #G2Great https://t.co/wtkIbRAAbd

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:13 PM EST
Love this idea! @MrOrsinosClass always has creative suggestions! #G2Great https://t.co/5CAQZ6Xz30
- MrOrsinosClass Mar 3 @ 9:10 PM EST
  
  A5: We have a book graffiti wall - contact paper and dry erase markers - students read and then recommend books to others #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

#G2Great Q7 just ahead https://t.co/q9FJi8bqCE

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

@hayhurst3 #g2great she's amazing but we have differences in belief. LOL. She hates @AccReader & I am fine w/ it. https://t.co/thrakz4LDe

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

@PattyHanrahan5 @brennanamy check this out isn't this amazing? #G2Great

cooperscorner4 Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6: Connect with favorite authors on class twitter to help motivate Ss. #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6 I invite parents in to do a book club with me. So much fun. We've done Reading Magic by Mem Fox and 7 Keys to Comprehension. #g2great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6: I also share my reading life with students and parents. Check out my picture. #G2Great https://t.co/EGuE9YEyKu

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

#G2Great Q7 https://t.co/ZPQSxBODrh

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

A6: Our school opens the library so Ss can come with parents and check out books. Teachers and Admin are there and do read alouds. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

Love this so much makes me happy for those lucky Ss #G2Great https://t.co/ffh0QOXdpg

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I decided to start to share my reading life this year publicly. #G2great https://t.co/AAAnWNm9bl

Davis3rdYES Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

Just joining if that is okay. There are some fabulous ideas here! #G2Great

cooperscorner4 Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

You keep me in the loop too! Always appreciate your recs #G2Great https://t.co/7yyfH3k1cz

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I make it a priority to stop and talk books with Ss whenever the opportunity presents itself..hallways,recess,entering school. #G2great

ritaplatt Mar 3 @ 9:22 PM EST

Thanks #g2great I barged in and you were so wonderful! See you next time. HUGS!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 I’d ask EVERY administrator to read Donalyn’s brilliant post @donalybooks https://t.co/G6DQkMtugZ #G2Great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

@brennanamy agreed. Follow each other to share and grow. This is what it’s all about! #g2great

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7: Ask the students in your classroom, what will make this Ind. reading better...and then DO IT! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 Invest in classroom libraries! And build community of reading on staff Readers grow readers #g2great

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7: Gauge everything that you do to teach reading against independent reading. If it doesn't offer more value, don't do it! #G2Great

ShelfieTalk Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7 Sharing our passion for reading with students is the first step in creating a community of readers. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7 Great suggestions from Barbara Moss to get started https://t.co/TS5BGi8Dn3 #G2Great

Lisa_Dastous Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7: Let Ss have choices in what they read, give them time to read and practice, give them ownership with the class library. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

@jessiebmiller @DrMaryHoward that's the best kind of reading thank you for joining us Jessie! #G2Great

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7. Get out of their way and let the children read! #G2Great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7 I have been waiting all night to retweet this. I think now is a good time! #g2great https://t.co/dBF3s94Bn4

plhsquizbowl Feb 25 @ 10:16 AM EST

School-time readers vs. Life-time readers #read #readaloud #nag2016 https://t.co/9aoKVAWWGk

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7: Do whatever you can to foster a love of rdg!!!! Promote rdg!!! #g2great

JillDerosa Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7 Make sure we make independent reading time a joyous time each and every day #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

@ReedTaraann1 Well said Tara, that could be a poster! #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7 Be firmly grounded on the research that supports it. And be a reader yourself. Can't sell it if you don't live and breath it. #g2great

Sarahsmitty9999 Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

#G2Great A7: read a lot of books yourself- the type you Ss like! Find out what your Ss 💕to read and give them the books... Celebrate

AaronHesjedal Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Absolutely, we can't build a culture of reading if our staff doesn't value it first! #G2Great

joyfulkinder Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

YES! We can't forget about the students and I love...just DO IT!#g2great https://t.co/xVyXOrytQC

franmcveigh Mar 3 @ 9:23 PM EST

A7: Ask the students in your classroom, what will make this Ind. reading better...and then DO IT! #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7 Think about your classroom - does it say reading happens here? #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

#G2Great https://t.co/j8j8muvgwd

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

A7 Be firmly grounded on the research that supports it. And be a reader yourself. Can't sell it if you don't live and breath it. #g2great

mrsapia_teach Mar 3 @ 9:25 PM EST

@ajhueySTL the struggle is real. Keep fighting. Always push. Never stop, as challenging as it can be. Our kids need us. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 If you doubt the immense impact of independent reading, revisit Stephen Krashen’s The Power of Reading #G2Great

flynn_catherine Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 Time + books they love = happy readers! #G2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 I have been rereading Readicide by @kellyGtogo and I could quote that all night! #g2great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

Igniting a Passion for Reading by Steven Layne has wonderful ideas to help build a culture of reading. https://t.co/xoBBIdatdk #G2Great

susanclaireb Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7: Give students choice in what they read - then give them class time to read #G2Great https://t.co/j0qSMA640F

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Yes! And does it say Reading is happiness here. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

#G2Great just makes good sense. https://t.co/P8mSmWuE3L

ReedTaraann1 Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

A7. Get out of their way and let the children read! #G2Great

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

@DrLMaucione I LOVE that book! #g2great

Erin3rown Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

#G2Great A7: Much research around the impact of quick, targeted teaching paired with independent reading... So... conferring + IR = power!

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

Yes! I always say A room full of books and time to read them . . . #g2great https://t.co/pSRpFxV6YD

flynn_catherine Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 Time + books they love = happy readers! #G2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

@PattyHanrahan5 I am going to do this! Thank you! #G2Great https://t.co/k224JlGVxG

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

A6 I decided to start to share my reading life this year publicly. #G2great https://t.co/AAAnWNm9bl

chrisp16 Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

His work is great! Love Stephen Krashen!!! #g2great Wish I could be as informed as him. https://t.co/IPgjXukpNM

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

A7 If you doubt the immense impact of independent reading, revisit Stephen Krashen’s The Power of Reading #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

A6- Invite families to Readers Workshop once a month. Share how reading to their child at home is the BEST "homework" #G2Great

RACzyz Mar 3 @ 9:27 PM EST

A7: Let the students make it great! Give them choice & voice in what they read every day! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

#G2Great Words of Wisdom to celebrate Independent Reading https://t.co/KDooxFYI8k

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

We can’t allow independent reading to take a back seat to all the wrong things. Let’s HOLD TIGHT in the name of kids! #G2Great

EmilyAnnGordon Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

A7: Have a well-organized classroom library that makes exchanging books easy! Mine is a #workinprogress #G2Great

CarrieGelson Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

That goes without saying! :-) #G2Great https://t.co/LKJKxt0u4u

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:26 PM EST

@CarrieGelson Yes! And does it say Reading is happiness here. #g2great

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

@Davis3rdYES I'm jealous! #G2Great https://t.co/3wLkRRlrDz

Davis3rdYES Mar 3 @ 9:24 PM EST

@suzrolander @ShelfieTalk love Donalyn Miller. Had the privilege of watching her teach.

lorilovesbooks Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

@EmilyAnnGordon Yes, Emily. That is really important. Especially for our reluctant readers! #g2great

Teachr4 Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

.@DrLMaucione "Never underestimate the power of a great book in the hands of a teacher who knows how to use it." best quote by him. #g2great

DrLMaucione Mar 3 @ 9:28 PM EST

@lorilovesbooks He came to my district to speak and he was very inspirational! #g2great

joanneduncanjo Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

@hayhurst3 @suzrolander @Teachr4 You can never go wrong when Ss are @ the center of our work! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

I missed you tonight #G2Great friends & am so sorry my flight didn’t cooperate. I am excited to read your inspired tweets!

MoneoShannon Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

A7-We can't motivate our Ss to do something we aren't motivated to do ourselves. Model a passion for reading & make it a priority. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

@DrLMaucione I am a @StevenLayne fan for sure thank you for sharing! #G2Great

LisaEickholdt Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

Missed this great chat, but enjoying reading the tweets! #G2Great

PattyHanrahan5 Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

Thanks #g2great, wonderful chat tonight!

suzrolander Mar 3 @ 9:29 PM EST

@jessiebmiller that parenting thing does creep in right? Enjoy! #G2Great https://t.co/1p5vn2DaX6

jessiebmiller Mar 3 @ 9:18 PM EST

I hate to say goodnight, but I have boys ready for books and bed. Thanks for a great chat! @hayhurst3 @DrMaryHoward #g2great