#5thchat Archive

#5thchat is for people interested in chatting about topics in education, especially as they relate to Grade 5. The goal is to connect people who enjoy learning & sharing, plus supporting & creating partnerships worldwide!
Tuesday May 23, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Please introduce yourself. What is something fun you have planned for Memorial Day weekend? #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome everyone to #5thchat. Tonight’s topic is Igniting a passion for reading
  • participatechat May 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #5thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/bsl55664vz
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Christina 5th grade language arts teacher from NJ - excited to moderate for the first time. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Thanks in advance for your patience. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Ginette 5th grade language arts teacher from NJ excited to moderate. #5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    This is Jordan, 5th grade T from Princeton, NJ. Excited to be here! #5thchat #MinecraftEDU
  • PaulSolarz - Moderator May 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from Arlington Heights, IL. Doing report cards will dominate Memorial Day weekend for me. :( #5thchat
  • cstrickland52 May 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Christine Strickland from Enterprise AL I plan to do nothing since I have sinus surgery at the end of that week #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi, Jordan. Thanks for joining us! #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Jordan! So glad you're with us! #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #5thchat Danielle in Guatemala City!
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Danielle! Welcome! So excited you're here! #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    @chalkrelic Hope you can join us today Anne and share what motivates your students. #5thchat
  • PBJellyGames May 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    YEAH!!! Jordon's rocking two chat's at once! Love the passion my friend! Hello to all #5thchat folks from us here with #MinecraftEdu <3
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Jon a 5th grade teacher from Iowa... working on grades and chatting tonight #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi Jon! Thanks for joining us! #5thchat
    In reply to @iowajonhuebner
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1.Tell us the first book that “hooked” you. #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    @MGrundel hope you and other Edu's from #MinecraftEdu can multitask and join us on #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    A1 I wish I had a T who motivated me to read when I was younger...I didn't get hooked until college with 'The Jungle'. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1 First book “Charlotte’s Web” #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1 First book “The Giver” in 6th grade. It has always stuck with me all these years. Such a powerful book #5thchat
  • PBJellyGames May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Running it makes it a bit more tough, but I'm sure some will chime in and contribute. What's the topic again? #5thchat #MinecraftEdu
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @MGrundel
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Igniting a passion for reading #5thchat
    In reply to @PBJellyGames, @JohnFritzky, @MGrundel
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Almost embarrassed to admit this: "Cujo" by Stephen King #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    #5thchat when I was 10, wrinkle in time, now When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead!
  • PBJellyGames May 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Garrett Zimmer here. Founder of the #MinecraftEdu chat (running now) and excited to see and maybe try to engage with a great #5thchat topic
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1 Also, Hatchet and Wrinkle in Time were two of my favorites in 5th grade. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    I love horror novels! I hate to admit to how many Dean Koontz books I've read #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    That is an outstanding first love! We should never tell our students what they can and can't love in a book. #5thchat
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1. First book was Phantom Tollbooth. It is the first book I totally understood character motivation and plot line. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Both incredible books #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: As a kid I remember loving biographies on sports stars....always wanted to be 6'9 playing for the Knicks. #5thchat
  • petemorris202 May 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Hi #5thchat Pete from NJ here!
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Welcome Pete! #5thchat
    In reply to @petemorris202
  • petemorris202 May 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    I couldn't get enough of the Hardy Boys when I was a kid #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Would love to have you Kate....but only if you arrive safely! :) #5thchat
    In reply to @teachkate, @TonySinanis, @KtBkr4
  • LDJr_Mrs May 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi! Kirsten from SF, California! #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    That was a great series....I loved the breaks the pictures provided. #5thchat
    In reply to @petemorris202
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Welcome Kirsten! Glad you're here! #5thchat
    In reply to @LDJr_Mrs
  • cstrickland52 May 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: as a child babysitter's club as an educator #InnovatorsMindset #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Question 2 coming up in a minute #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    I think I read that entire series #5thchat
    In reply to @cstrickland52
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    My sister had about 1,000 of those books! #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Q2. Why is it important to foster a love of reading? #5thchat
  • chalkrelic May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: Lyle,Lyle Crocodile and Anatole the Mouse...early 60's! And then Nancy Drew. #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • cstrickland52 May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    If fun to see my students enjoying them now too #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • MGrundel May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Depends, I can talk #MinecraftEDU and #5thchat, if you can too!
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    #5thchat A1 I also loved historical fiction, classics like Johnny Tremaine, but also cheesy love stories set in revolutionary war! Haha.
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Come and join us on #5thchat .....Topic is Igniting a Passion for Reading.
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2 Reading is the key to success in all areas of life. #5thchat
  • giveawaynure May 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #5thchat A1 I also loved historical fiction, classics like Johnny Tremaine, but also cheesy love stories set in revolutionary war! Haha.
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Me too. I loved Blood on the River.#5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #5thchat A2 Because it will give pleasure for a life time! And you'll never be at a loss when faced with a challenge.
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Still on #5thchat? Just finished dinner.
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @teachkate, @TonySinanis
  • chalkrelic May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2 Is there anything better than getting lost in a book? #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2. I believe reading is opening and expanding ones creativity. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Welcome #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky, @teachkate, @TonySinanis
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2 If we don't, Ss see reading as a chore, something to get done. We lose them. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2 A love of reading helps students escape into a fictional world. #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Not much Anne! When you look up and realize....where did those two hours go! #5thchat
    • chalkrelic May 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
      A2 Is there anything better than getting lost in a book? #5thchat
      In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • massignmenthelp May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat #ASCDL2L #busedu #DI4ALL Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX
  • petemorris202 May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2 If you love to read, you can find an answer to any question! Fostering lifetime learners #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    So true. Reading opens so many doors you may not even know exist. #5thchat
    In reply to @iowajonhuebner
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2b.Creativity is going to be a critical skill in our future. Future leaders need to think outside of the box to solve problems #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #5thchat A2 stories are universal and reading can transport anyone, anywhere.
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #5thchat A2 Reading expands your world.
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    You never have to leave home to go anywhere when you read right?! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Agreed! What is a book you love that transported you or your students? #5thchat
    • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      #5thchat A2 stories are universal and reading can transport anyone, anywhere.
  • TonySinanis May 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2- We must nurture a love of reading in our kids because the direct result is a love for thinking & learning! Reading=thinking! #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    I couldn't agree more. #5thchat
    In reply to @TonySinanis
  • cstrickland52 May 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: a ❤️ of reading creates a ❤️ of learning, growth mindset and imagination #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #5thchat A2 reading lets one experience the imaginable and unimaginable #ohtheplacesyoullgo
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    I worry that by the time they get to us in 5th, Ss already see reading as something measured in quantity and # of pages. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Here comes our third question for tonight. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Reading does let you escape from the real world. Love it! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Agreed! How do we combat that issue? #5thchat
    • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      I worry that by the time they get to us in 5th, Ss already see reading as something measured in quantity and # of pages. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    That is a true concern. There has to be a way to get away from that. #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    So many! I LOVE to teach The Odyssey and any/all companion texts. Ss feed off my passion. #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #5thchat my students and I all connected and fell in love with Sharon Drapers 'Out of My Mind'. Tears, joy, heartache, empathy
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Q3. How do you create a love of reading in your classroom, and how do you hook reluctant readers?? #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Love that book! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @JohnFritzky
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    To Hogwarts, Ancient Greece, Salinas California, and worlds beyond our solar system! #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    One thing is to stop incentivizing things like total books read and not talking about what they got out of it. #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    But it also makes the wide world real to those who can't experience it first hand. #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3 offer choice and peers voice, and think outside the box, comics, magazines, audio books, never give up, #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3 Reading Zones and labeled book bins helps entice kids to find a great book, get comfy, and read. #5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3 Build up a big library of high-interest books. Got a lot of kids this year with those Matt Christopher sports novels #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    To hook reluctant readers sometimes we need to set the scene like a movie....think Indiana Jones opening. How do you set the scene?#5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 lead through passion & excitement. Ss feed off my enthusiasm even w the hardest texts. Oh & close reading helps
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Student choice is the key to success. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3 Audiobooks and graphic novels #5thchat
  • cstrickland52 May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: provide multi types of genres and read aloud to them, let them listen to ebooks and find books that interest them. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I completely believe that. Children can see a "fake" from a mile away. True enthusiasm is so important #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    YES!!!! The T's energy for a book is contagious! Admin need to let Ss and Ts choose books they are passionate about. #5thchat
    • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      #5thchat A3 lead through passion & excitement. Ss feed off my enthusiasm even w the hardest texts. Oh & close reading helps
  • petemorris202 May 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I agree - demonstrating genuine enthusiasm as a leader is the best way to promote engagement in Ss #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Providing multiple genres is so important to help students find what they love to read. #5thchat
    In reply to @cstrickland52
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 need to figure out why they're reluctant! Diff reasons require diff solutions!
  • tinamonte May 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Come join the learning & sharing this summer https://t.co/UvlHF3jzIh #FutureReady #5thchat #njed
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Couldn't agree more! My son goes back and forth between Harry Potter and Diary of a Wimpy Kid...as long as he reads I'm happy! #5thchat
    • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      A3 offer choice and peers voice, and think outside the box, comics, magazines, audio books, never give up, #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 connect to Ss personally. A personal bok recommendation goes along way
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Just encourages plowing through books and not really appreciating them. #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn, @ChristinaSpoer
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 also reading to dogs can help. My therapy dog Brody was read to by many reluctant readers at school #dogsdontjudge
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Get ready for question 4 #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    The goal should always be to grow readers!! Awesome! #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Animals can make such a difference is so many ways #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    What a great idea! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #5thchat A3 Reading along withbAudiobooks help reluctant, struggling readers!
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q4. What techniques do you use to introduce new genres to students? #5thchat
  • LDJr_Mrs May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Reluctant readers: diverse class library, access to audio books and programs like @EpicKidsBooks, question why reluctant. #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    You can read Brody's story on my blog #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A4 Talk it up! Engage them with whole class read alouds. #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Diverse class library did you say....check out @PaulSolarz library. #5thchat
    • LDJr_Mrs May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      A3: Reluctant readers: diverse class library, access to audio books and programs like @EpicKidsBooks, question why reluctant. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A4 Book tasting has been a huge success in getting students to try new novels and branch out as readers. #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Here is information on book tasting if you are interested https://t.co/zFwQlgUSNG #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    YUM! I have funny image now of libraries as restuarants #booktasting #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    sort of! You make your classroom into a "restaurant" #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @GinetteGarrity1
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4 display 'new' reads at the front of the room and make them the hot ticket item..can only read them if their name is drawn, ect. #5thchat
  • LDJr_Mrs May 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: I do a reading log that requires them to read from different genres throughout the year. #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #5thchat A4 I use various tech tools to give choice in reading: @activelylearn has extensive catalog of free & $ digital texts
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Tell me more about that. I love it! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Are they willing to try new genres? #5thchat
    In reply to @LDJr_Mrs
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #5thchat A4 Book Talks with enthusiasm!
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4. I have done the same thing. It is great to see reaction to books that kids normal do not select. #5thchat
    In reply to @LDJr_Mrs
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    How do you like this so far.....how/when do you use it? #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @activelylearn
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4 We do a lot of nf readingl...introduced as a debatable issue. Things like chocolate milk, killer whales, water bottles #5thchat
  • TonySinanis May 23 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    We need to give kids access to books where they see themselves! It's not just about a diverse library- it's about an inclusive one! #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    #5thchat new books are always displayed at the front of my room, they are book talked sometimes, in high demand, kids are begging to read
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Ready or not here comes question 5. #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    I love @activelylearn as Ss can read, write discuss texts in platform. I will load a class w various texts & let Ss pic. #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @activelylearn, @activelylearn
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Q5. What is a specific activity that ignites a passion for reading in your students? #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Going to look into @activelylearn. Thanks! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky, @activelylearn, @activelylearn
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    .@activelylearn is my go-to tool for digital reading. Very versatile. #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @activelylearn, @activelylearn
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Thanks for the tip! I can't wait to check that out! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky, @activelylearn
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5: Knowing your Ss is sometimes the most powerful thing that can connect Ss to a book. Relationships = Success. #5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A5 My Ss absolutely loved the Global Read Aloud this year...great to share ideas about a novel with Ss across country. #GRAPax #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 writing fanfiction stories based on reading grows enthusiasm. Also intro'ing Ss to series hooks 'em too
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    @pernilleripp always has amazing choices for Ts to join in. #5thchat
    • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      A5 My Ss absolutely loved the Global Read Aloud this year...great to share ideas about a novel with Ss across country. #GRAPax #5thchat
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    What are some of the requirements different people have with book talks? I have experimented with several formats over the years. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I have always wanted to try that. Good to know your students enjoyed it! #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5 Tone and Mood activities ignite a passion for reading and help students master an important skill. #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5 create buzz about books along with a sense of urgency to read a title, once this happens kids talk about books without me #5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5 having "grand conversations" around texts in clubs is also highly motivating! #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 reading can't just be an assignment. Ss have to care and invest time
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5 Blogging has really worked to get our kids reacting and talking about books. #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    #5thchat Yes!! Couldn't agree more! I work very hard to get to know my students as people,
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    So true! They need to be invested in what they are doing, or it just won't happen. #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Ss loved creating book trailers & organizing them for others as they could preview books. Resource here: https://t.co/64sGxO8gs7 #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I agree, blogging can be a great way to get/keep conversations going and to share work and ideas #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • giveawaynure May 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 writing fanfiction stories based on reading grows enthusiasm. Also intro'ing Ss to series hooks 'em too
  • MGrundel May 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Allow students to rebuild the book in #MinecraftEDU and then turn it into an immersive game #5thChat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 Book group discussion!
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Have you ever tried @flipgrid ?? My Ss loved this and was a great way to use tech and talk about books #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1, @flipgrid
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Question number 6 coming your way! #5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Thanks for the link! Would love to try this! #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I think when Ss can take a book & share it with someone from a dif culture we can allow for different perspectives to be heard. #5thchat
    • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      I agree, blogging can be a great way to get/keep conversations going and to share work and ideas #5thchat
      In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    No! Tell me more! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1, @flipgrid
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q6. What is one book that you refuse to give up teaching in your class and why? #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #5thchat A5 My book groups create a bulletin board about their book together... They LOVE it.
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Dipped my toe in the @flipgrid pool this year...is it still free for educators? #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer, @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    .@flipgrid has been generating alot of buzz lately. Many Ts have been talking abt it recently. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I will definitely look into that! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1, @flipgrid
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Love when kids are into a book and have great discussions about them..one of my fave moments as an ELA teacher #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • PBJellyGames May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    YES! #5thchat We created one of the most popular #minecraft books in the world of Minecraft, so many are playing it!
  • TonySinanis May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    As a classroom teacher, the one book I refused to give up was Fig Pudding by the amazing @FletcherRalph! #5thchat
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    #5thchat A6 Wonder... Sets tone of acceptance for whole year!
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    https://t.co/LmatLUBmaa Is a great resource to connect w other Ts from around the world. Ss can connect and learn from one another.#5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I really love when we can be art and creativity into reading. It allows Ss to express themselves in another way besides writing #5thchat
    In reply to @daniellecaryn
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6 The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo Best intro to symbolism I have ever read #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6:My every year book was Belle Prater's Boy, filled with references and themes that were so rich, led to great discussions #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Me too. I love even hearing them talking about it in the hallways! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @daniellecaryn
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Ralph was my favorite writer to have Ss try to emulate. #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6 Because of Mr. Terupt #5thchat
  • MGrundel May 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Thanks, another idea would be to do a screen cast of the book, in #MinecraftEDU #5thChat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6 Wonder - so many life lessons #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #5thchat A6 Of Mice and Men by Steinbeck. So. Much. In. That. Story. To. Teach.
  • 70smores May 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #5thchat if I still taught ELA Where the Red Fern Grows - loved the message, and watching my students grow with it
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    This is always in my book club rotation! Also Flying Solo is awesome! #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Awesome book Deb #5thchat
    In reply to @70smores
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Makes my teacher heart happy! #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1, @daniellecaryn
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    It's the best! MT@daniellecaryn Love when kids are into a book, have great discussions...one of my fave moments as an ELA teacher #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A6 Ms. Bixby's Last Day #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    As a T I loved teacher Hollis Woods...so much to learn about how we perceive one another. #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Love the profile pic! #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @BrianHamer77
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #5thchat A6 One and Only Ivan, accessible to many reading Levels, deep messages
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Yes! Yes! Yes! This is my favorite read aloud for 5th #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Here comes question 7. #5thchat
  • petemorris202 May 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    #5thchat I don't teach it, but even reading Wonder as a T carries some great lessons, and allows me to connect with Ss
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    One and Only Ivan is amazing...#5thchat
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Need to get my hands on a copy of this...I keep hearing about it. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @GinetteGarrity1
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q7. How does student choice play a role in developing lifelong readers? #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    It is amazing! The kids love it and so do I. #5thchat
    In reply to @Mr_Ullman, @techieteacher
  • Mr_Ullman May 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    One and Only Ivan was a new addition to my book club rotation this year as well! #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Not sure if @TechNinjaTodd still has this as a must read. #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Such an important Q! We need to teach Ss not only to read, but how to find a book they love. #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Hey #5thchat check out https://t.co/w2HiafC1qp call for proposals open now & call for nominations coming soon #ecet2njpa @ECET2NJPA
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7:Allowing and guiding student choice encourages Ss to make apt choices and find books they're passionate about #5thchat
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Every just have to tell people about a book? https://t.co/4x8btMPaWf! Pictures of Hollis Woods. https://t.co/3rI8SZfbTZ #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    This is our single most important job in my opinion! Are we raising lifelong readers or test takers? #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    RT @techieteacher @JohnFritzky This is our single most important job in my opinion! Are we raising lifelong readers or test takers? #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @JohnFritzky
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    If my daughter had her way, she'd read Harry Potter series over&over& over again. Latest count 8xs. #5thchat #obsessed
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Lifelong readers for sure! #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @JohnFritzky
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    That is incredible! That is a true love of reading!! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky
  • iowajonhuebner May 23 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I agree! We need to create life long readers. #5thchat
    In reply to @techieteacher, @JohnFritzky
  • RLvballcoach May 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A4 The last 4 years we have been creating book trailer QR codes which give books a visual intro. Ss seem to be reading a lot #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I think the powers that be have lost sight of this. #5thchat
    • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:49 PM EDT
      This is our single most important job in my opinion! Are we raising lifelong readers or test takers? #5thchat
      In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I'm with your daughter. I have read it so many times. #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Then we need to remind them Kate ;) #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    In kindle and print versions. In order, reverse order, random order. #5thchat
    In reply to @GinetteGarrity1, @JohnFritzky
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Knowing our Ss as people, building relationships, showing them that reading matters by sharing our reading life with them #5thChat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Would love to see any resources you could share? #5thchat
    In reply to @RLvballcoach
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Nurture lifelong readers=Have to engage, encourage, listen, model and be wowed by students. Who can resist that? #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • Glynn_ed May 23 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    The Disease of Being Busy https://t.co/DH9QdnGoo8 #edtech #4thchat #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Question 8 coming right up! #5thchat
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    If there are enough of us, we can do it! #5thChat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @KtBkr4
  • Yimbo5 May 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I'm not seeing anyone say 'The Outsiders'! It connects with each and every student that gets their hands on it! #StayGold #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    She even reads fan fiction on Wattpad because she can't get enough #potterhead #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer, @JohnFritzky
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Absolutely. #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Q8. How do you create an atmosphere that entices students to read? #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    That's amazing - a true lifetime reader #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky
  • Yimbo5 May 23 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    You know this is one is near and dear to me! Too bad the movie didn't do it justice 😡 #5thchat
    In reply to @ChristinaSpoer
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    It really really didn't - but does it ever really?? #5thchat
    In reply to @Yimbo5
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    @Yimbo5 How would you set the atmosphere before starting The Outsiders? #5thchat
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8 Having an atmosphere that is “homey” and inviting allows the students to relax, and enjoy reading #5thchat
  • brianfahey61 May 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8: Great ?, lots of As, but defintiely one thing is to have books where Ss see themselves in the characters. Have diverse books #5thchat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #5thchat A8 comfortable environment & flexible seating helps! You should see @_camccabe 's classroom! #nerdcampnj
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    That couldn't be more true. They need to be able to relate somehow #5thchat
    In reply to @brianfahey61
  • JohnFritzky May 23 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Would love to see! #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @_camccabe
  • techieteacher May 23 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8 create a cozy home atmosphere w couches, pillows, rugs, etc., Ss should be invited to relax and read when they step in the door #5thChat
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    I took pics! #5thchat #nerdcampnj
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @_camccabe
  • GinetteGarrity1 May 23 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Before you leave tonight, what are you going to do next week in your class to ignite a passion for reading? #5thchat
  • ChristinaSpoer May 23 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I know I would want to hang out there #5thchat
    In reply to @KtBkr4, @JohnFritzky, @_camccabe
  • KtBkr4 May 23 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Love the window seat! #nerdcampnj #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky, @_camccabe
  • Yimbo5 May 23 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I loved playing music from the 60s to Ss and having them breakdown lyrics, leading to a discussion of the social issues going on #5thchat
    In reply to @JohnFritzky
  • daniellecaryn May 23 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    #5thchat A8 Choose books that incite passionate discussions!