#G2Great Archive | Participate

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #G2Great feel so fortunate to be here with my co-mods @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward and our guest @LindaMRief

participatechat Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #G2Great by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/FB8JlXMi8b

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

My tweets for the next hour are for the #G2Great chat with @LindaMRief and her book - Read Write Teach Can't wait! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Kids go to school to wonder, learn, discover & be the best person you can be not to take a damn test Standing ovation @KyleneBeers #G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you so much for asking me to join you. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #G2Great feel so fortunate to be here with my co-mods @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward and our guest @LindaMRief

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Let's send out some #G2Great love to @HeinemannPub! They donated a copy of @LindaMRief book to give-away tonight! @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Brenda from PA checking in. Excited to be here. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Welcome friends. We are so grateful to have Linda with us tonight. This will be such an amazing dialogue. Welcome all #G2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

So excited to be here with you all! #g2great

In reply to @LindaMRief

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

*mic drop* #DisruptingThinking #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Words of Wisdom from @LindaMRief to get you thinking. #G2Great @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Honored to be a part of the #g2great chat tonight with @LindaMRief! I'm Sarah from Buffalo and I teach 9th grade English and Journalism.

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

yes THANK YOU @HeinemannPub #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Let's send out some #G2Great love to @HeinemannPub! They donated a copy of @LindaMRief book to give-away tonight! @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Evening #G2Great Meredith from Florida pulling myself away from a beautiful sunset to join all of you in learning.

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Choice must be available to undergraduates too. Students should know that their words add to the culture. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Jason Augustowski here with @TheSammer88 on behalf of the #bowtieboys - how are you @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward and company? 😄🤙🏼☀️✋🏼#G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Sam Fremin, 10th Grade Student @StoneBridgeLCPS #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Psst... testing companies, reading and writing makes Ss better readers and writers... #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Jennifer from WI here for some great convo tonite. Hope everyone is having g a great summer!! 🌞#g2great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hello #g2great! Leigh Anne from Indiana looking forward to chatting with @LindaMRief tonight!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So good to see you Jason. I know how much you adore Linda’s work! #G2great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Jason Augustowski here with @TheSammer88 on behalf of the #bowtieboys - how are you @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward and company? 😄🤙🏼☀️✋🏼#G2Great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Doing my best to juggle #G2great and bedtimes from Tennessee.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

We are so honored that you are spending this summer evening learning with us Sarah! #G2Great

In reply to @SHKrajewski, @LindaMRief

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Amen! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 1 @ 3:57 PM EDT
If I could retweet this 100 times I would happily do it. So help me out by retweeting it for me friends! #G2Great
- MrSchuReads Jun 29 @ 9:38 AM EDT
  
  "A level is a teacher's tool, not a child's label." - @FountasPinnell https://t.co/gMsAZj6pnn #ReadingSummit

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Great having a student here! Thanks for joining. #G2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @StoneBridgeLCPS

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I'm cheering out loud!! #G2great #DisruptingThinking

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

*mic drop* #DisruptingThinking #g2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So happy you’re here Sam. Good to see you up on my screen tonight! #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Sam Fremin, 10th Grade Student @StoneBridgeLCPS #G2Great

a_bealer Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Ariel from TX, will be touch and go but couldn't miss this completely! #g2great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@HeinemannPub sure knows how to take care of their tweeps #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Let's send out some #G2Great love to @HeinemannPub! They donated a copy of @LindaMRief book to give-away tonight! @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Huge @LindaMRief fan. Excited to learn! Also huge @DrMaryHoward fan :) #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hey, #G2Great Margaret here from Louisiana. Home from my vaca and ready to chat.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi All! Welcome to #G2Great Excited to have @LindaMRief with us tonight #G2Great

JanMEwing Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi Brenda! #G2great #pawlpsi17

In reply to @brenkrupp

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Excited to join #G2Great tonight! This is my first twitter chat! :)

Sam_Parker202 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Sam from WI- teach MS reading and writing #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Yay, @TheSammer88 and @MisterAMisterA So glad you are here! #g2great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @StoneBridgeLCPS, @TheSammer88, @MisterAMisterA

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Mollie from Columbus, Ohio. Excited to chat! Will be in and out tonight. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Thank you so much Shaelynn. I am so excited you’re here with us tonight. Love your work! #G2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Huge @LindaMRief fan. Excited to learn! Also huge @DrMaryHoward fan :) #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi Margaret! Great to have you with us! #g2great

In reply to @MargaretGSimon

2BernK Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Joining in from PA...Bernadette, 6th grade teacher. Excited to be here! #G2great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Terrific! We are glad you're here. #G2Great

In reply to @mrskaydentague

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Touch and go for me too!#G2Great

a_bealer Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Ariel from TX, will be touch and go but couldn't miss this completely! #g2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hello, JoAnne, Assistant Principal joining from WA. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I'm so glad to see you, Sam. I hope you're enjoying your vacation. I look forward to learning with you tonight. #G2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @StoneBridgeLCPS

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hey Tara! Love seeing those pics of the farm. Hope you are having a great summer! #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

My tweets for the next hour are for the #G2Great chat with @LindaMRief and her book - Read Write Teach Can't wait! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi Margaret. Always makes me smile to see you! #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hey, #G2Great Margaret here from Louisiana. Home from my vaca and ready to chat.

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Adrienne joining #G2Great tonight from a vacation in Ponte Vedra, FL! I am an instructional coach in IL. Looking forward to a great chat!

SaraKiffe Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hello #G2Great! Sara from MT.

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Hi JoAnne! #G2Great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

At our #BowTieBoys #NCTE16 presentation, @LindaMRief said she wanted to try & tweet more - I'm here to check in on her progress ;) #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @LindaMRief

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

AssignmentHelpN Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a #EduReal #langchat #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I hope they can hear you over the deafening roar of printing machines and cash registers. #snark #SorryNotSorry #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Absolutely agree with Cathy. #G2Great

In reply to @cfraser150, @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Good evening y'all! Elyse from Texas checking in. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Me! Me! Me! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Showing of hands for all who ADORE Kylene & Bob. I bet there's THOUSANDS of Twitter hands in the air now! @KyleneBeers @BobProbst #G2great

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hi, Bernadette, been a long time. #G2Great

In reply to @2BernK

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Formative check? @TheSammer88 LOL #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

At our #BowTieBoys #NCTE16 presentation, @LindaMRief said she wanted to try & tweet more - I'm here to check in on her progress ;) #G2Great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @LindaMRief

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 I believe int he process mindset https://t.co/DklxtwHar9 that learning is at the heart of everything for Ss and Ts #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

We are so pleased you are lending your voice to the conversation Meredith. #G2Great

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hi all! Katie here from SC! Always excited about this chat! #G2Great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Jarred, HS English teacher & huge @kwamealexander fan, looking forward to tonight's #G2great chat!

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I believe my students deserve choice. They are allowed books they are interested in, and write about topics they love. #g2great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: all children can learn, we just need to find the pathways #g2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1When Ss are given choices about what they W&R they actually W&R. I believe that choice matters. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1 Everyone has a story. Listen, relate, and grow together. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1. For over a decade it has been Books in the Hands of Students = literacy to move at-risk Ss forward. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Welcome! Welcome! Welcome! #G2Great

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1Student choice in what they read,how they respond & what they write about anchors their learning;they are invested in the process.#G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I just finished reading N & N nonfiction this week and applying with a group of Ts and writing about reading! #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hi Katie! Welcome! Great to have you join us #G2Great

In reply to @ktkelly14

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Beers on one device, #G2Great on another!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

We’re helping her accomplish her goal at #G2great Sam! So proud of her for making this move!

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:34 PM EDT

At our #BowTieBoys #NCTE16 presentation, @LindaMRief said she wanted to try & tweet more - I'm here to check in on her progress ;) #G2Great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @LindaMRief

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Thanks so much! #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Feel fortunate to have writing workshops with @LindaMRief for the last few years. Quickwrites are a very effective method for kids #G2great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Instruction should be authentic & lifelong. Ss should only spend time doing what readers/writers/thinkers do in the real world. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Authentic Reading Writing & Talking are threads that weave the day together. They are our driving force! #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Good to ‘see’ you tonight, Valinda! #g2great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Hey, Jennifer!
In reply to @TeachWriteEDU

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

😆#G2Great

In reply to @vrkimmel

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Hi Jarred! Great to have you with us! #G2Great

In reply to @jarredamato, @kwamealexander

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

LOVE LOVE! #G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A1When Ss are given choices about what they W&R they actually W&R. I believe that choice matters. #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: Students must have choice and voice every day! May be reading May be writing May be speaking . . . #g2great

SaraKiffe Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: I believe everyone has a voice and story to share through stories. #G2Great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: children who do not like reading-have not found the right book yet, need to help them build their reading lives & support them #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

When students have choice, they feel connected to what they read and write. Connections drive readers and writers. #g2great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Catherine, K-8 literacy specialist from CT, excited to join the @LindaMRief & #G2great crew tonight!

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

For sure. A1When we teach wrtg, we are tchg rdg. We can R without W, but cannot W without rdg. #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1Student choice in what they read,how they respond & what they write about anchors their learning;they are invested in the process.#G2Great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1 Great reading and writing take practice. One-and-done doesn’t cut it. #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I'm so sorry I'm late! SOOO excited for tonight's chat! #g2great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

We all need choice, that is what drives our reading and our writing. CHOICE matters #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I believe my students deserve choice. They are allowed books they are interested in, and write about topics they love. #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

That's the foundation for reading and writing workshop - choice = engagement. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A1When Ss are given choices about what they W&R they actually W&R. I believe that choice matters. #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1. Literacy has been my main motivator for as long as I can remember. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Hi Katie! #G2great

In reply to @ktkelly14

Sam_Parker202 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1- I was a reluctant reader in MS. But I loved to write. Wish I had a teacher who connected the 2. I try to be that teacher. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

So glad you're here! #G2Great

In reply to @brennanamy, @joanneduncanjo

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#g2Great I believe that a teacher of writing must be a writer. Practice what you preach. #WriteTeacherWrite

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 I chose to live and share a literate life because I believe that Ss need to see us readers and writers. #G2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1- I believe CHOICE is the key to engaged, joyful, learning. #G2great

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1. Kids first in everything. Choice given. Voice honored. #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Ss are the clients of education. The customer is always right & that's why it's crucial Ts allow Ss to say what works & fails #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Beautifully said @tara_smith5 #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1Student choice in what they read,how they respond & what they write about anchors their learning;they are invested in the process.#G2Great

JanMEwing Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 We're all learners, never just one teacher in the room #g2great

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1: Choice in what they read and write, and TIME to engage in the practice. #G2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

My #1 belief is relationships first! Kids work hard because they believe in you and your belief in them, not the textbook! #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Yes Sara - and we grow each tine we really hear those unique voices. Listening is assessment with HEART! #G2great

SaraKiffe Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1: I believe everyone has a voice and story to share through stories. #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

This is such a healthy mindset to have, starting with that perspective allows you to look for possibilities to support learning #G2Great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1: all children can learn, we just need to find the pathways #g2great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Me! So excited to join! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Yes, and authenticity! #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT
That's the foundation for reading and writing workshop - choice = engagement. #G2Great
- LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
  
  A1When Ss are given choices about what they W&R they actually W&R. I believe that choice matters. #G2Great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I'm so Happy to be here! #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @brennanamy

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

What works best for you in allowing students to have choice? #G2Great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

There are so many smart people on #G2Great we just may break the internet!

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:30 PM EDT

My tweets for the next hour are for the #G2Great chat with @LindaMRief and her book - Read Write Teach Can't wait! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 Unbalanced balance as whole class experiences reflect a small portion of the day & small groups/partnerships the bulk. #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Without choice, we will continue to have fake reading and struggling readers and writers. #g2great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: every child can learn to read, we have to look in the mirror and see what we can do as Ts #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Well said, Leigh Anne - how can we teach what we don't know? #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 I chose to live and share a literate life because I believe that Ss need to see us readers and writers. #G2great

2BernK Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

My essential belief is that all kids can and want to read and write well. We need to find ways to help them do that on their terms. #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1 I believe authentic reading and writing experiences translate to engaged learning, identity, and growth. #G2Great #choicematters

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Are you her with us at #G2great Kayden?

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Me! So excited to join! #G2Great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hi Bernadette! #g2Great

In reply to @2BernK

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Some Ss are very challenging. How have you reached them? #G2Great

In reply to @teresagross625

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY. #g2great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hi Mary!! 😁 #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hello #g2great ! So glad I got home in time....

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: All Ss CAN learn! Provide Ss choice to build engagement, efficacy & agency so learning results! #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Good to see you, @shfarnsworth #g2great

In reply to @shfarnsworth

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

SO happy to see you (and no such thing as late) #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I'm so sorry I'm late! SOOO excited for tonight's chat! #g2great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 An engaged reader needs choice. This should make use rethink the structure and purpose of whole class novels. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Writers have to write! #g2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 Kids are experts, too. If I'm quiet often enough I'll learn from my community of readers and writers. #g2great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Thanks Amy! Looking forward to a great chat! #G2great

In reply to @brennanamy

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

My core belief: all students will become passionate, proficient readers when given access, choice and time to read. #G2great

pattyvreilly Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1: That all students have the right and capacity to learn and should have voice and choice in learning. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q1: al my choices are centered in the best interests of my Ss. How can I give them the environment to make them real leaders? #G2Great

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Absolutely! Makes a difference in how you teach writing. #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#g2Great I believe that a teacher of writing must be a writer. Practice what you preach. #WriteTeacherWrite

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Sounds like a very student-centered classroom. Lucky kids! #g2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I believe my students deserve choice. They are allowed books they are interested in, and write about topics they love. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Non-negotiables (independent reading, read-aloud, conferring & small groups) go in the schedule 1st – EVERY DAY! #G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Well said, this is a great statement of a core belief! #G2Great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

My core belief: all students will become passionate, proficient readers when given access, choice and time to read. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

We shape our lives through story #G2Great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A1 Everyone has a story. Listen, relate, and grow together. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Sometimes what we DIDN”T get as kids becomes just the inspiration to bring it to life in our teaching Sam! #G2great

Sam_Parker202 Jul 6 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A1- I was a reluctant reader in MS. But I loved to write. Wish I had a teacher who connected the 2. I try to be that teacher. #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

One essential belief is to always question my own choices. Ask WHY? And then ask for student input. #g2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1Ss set their standards high when given choice about what they W&R.Finding real audiences helps also.#G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

This is such an important aspect to our workshop - trusting that kids have so much to bring to the learning table too. #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 Kids are experts, too. If I'm quiet often enough I'll learn from my community of readers and writers. #g2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1: Along w/ relationships I believe every learner's roadmap is different. To meet all kids we must recognize this & expand. #G2great

MrsSokolowski Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 I believe in choice in both reading & writing. S making decisions. Teachers as passionate mentors. #g2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Be a voice for choice! #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A1When Ss are given choices about what they W&R they actually W&R. I believe that choice matters. #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

It's so much easier to care that way! How often are adults told what books to invest time into? It's inauthentic & hurts energy #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Reading is essential! Must show this in everything we do. Show why it matters. Allow time for it to matter to students in class #g2great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 Love what @LindaMRief says in her book--everyone has a story and it's my job to facilitate the place for those to be told. #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

We need to build a community within our classroom. Strong relationships allow us to share helpful feedback & learn from 1 another. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

And choice in every aspect needs to be considered (what where how) #G2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1- I believe CHOICE is the key to engaged, joyful, learning. #G2great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Yes, but if @KellyGToGo can see value in a shared text, then I can too! #g2great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 An engaged reader needs choice. This should make use rethink the structure and purpose of whole class novels. #G2Great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Hey friends! Checking in from Northern Iowa here today! Amidst studying for the GRE. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#G2Great

brennanamy - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Both of these tweets deserve endless retweets and multiple hearts #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT
We shape our lives through story #G2Great
- Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT
  
  A1 Everyone has a story. Listen, relate, and grow together. #g2great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q1 cont: Ss have to be partners with us in the classroom. Forget standards, forget curriculums, redesign alongside Ss every time 🤙🏼 #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

To find what Ss are interested in and let them read those texts. Fishing magazines, graphic novels, mysteries...#G2Great

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

“They are invested in the process.” YES! Key idea and why CHOICE matters. #g2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A1Student choice in what they read,how they respond & what they write about anchors their learning;they are invested in the process.#G2Great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Hugs to you Fran! #g2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Passionate mentors - LOVE! (and hello my friend!) #G2great

MrsSokolowski Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1 I believe in choice in both reading & writing. S making decisions. Teachers as passionate mentors. #g2Great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Yes! Students are more than capable of reaching high - given choice and agency. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1Ss set their standards high when given choice about what they W&R.Finding real audiences helps also.#G2Great

DMetzke Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1- I believe that every child is capable of growth, and just needs the right support, which I am capable of giving. #g2great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

1:1, what are strengths/difficulties, interests, build confidence, I literally watched him become a reader before my eyes...... #g2great

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

MrsSokolowski Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I love that question... so important to let students take on leadership! #g2Great

In reply to @MisterAMisterA

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Fran, literacy coach, NC. Hi, all! A1: All kids can love learning. I get to figure out ways to spark this. #G2great

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1: I need to observe and listen closely so I can tap into strengths and interests. CHOICE Is key for young R&writers #G2Great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Mistakes are signs of growth. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

So thrilled you’re here! #G2great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Yes!
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#G2Great Couldn't agree more. At the worst, if u dont have an idea, write about writer's block like @StephenKing

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

We share the same beliefs because we have seen the impact of choice on student learning. #G2Great

In reply to @MrsSokolowski, @LindaMRief, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy

mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A1 Lots of choice, time, and talk about R+W #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1 I must be what I teach:rdr,wrtr,lrnr. So agree Tara. #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Well said, Leigh Anne - how can we teach what we don't know? #G2Great
- Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT
  
  A1 I chose to live and share a literate life because I believe that Ss need to see us readers and writers. #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Just heard @KyleneBeers say that Poetry is not a unit. It is something we breathe, need to breathe every day. #g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

I think if we listened more to the wisdom of our students we might be surprised by what we learn. AMAZING Sam! #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Ss are the clients of education. The customer is always right & that's why it's crucial Ts allow Ss to say what works & fails #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

That is so exciting! Great motivation to jump out of bed each morning to try again. #G2Great

In reply to @teresagross625

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: Another essential belief is all Ss are readers & writers and that translates into daily reading & writing practice. #g2great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1 Making sure kids have time every day to read and write about topics they are passionate about. Engagement drives learning! #G2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: Reading and writing, speaking and thinking Every child Every day! Practice, practice, practice! #G2Great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1: my beliefs relate to inclusivity, acceptance, student voice, and that all Ts/Ss should read/write for power. #g2great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Yes, I have a whole notebook filled with entries on that topic! ;) #g2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT
#G2Great Couldn't agree more. At the worst, if u dont have an idea, write about writer's block like @StephenKing
- TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

YES! YES! YES! YES! #g2great

In reply to @MargaretGSimon, @KyleneBeers

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I wanted to cry. SO proud of him! #g2great

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Absolutely! #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Just heard @KyleneBeers say that Poetry is not a unit. It is something we breathe, need to breathe every day. #g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Yes! We can't just teach to standards. Our students deserve more. We must teach to them. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#G2Great I agree re variety but still see need 4 all class reads so there can be a common experience of literary critique- how 2 resolve?

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A1 An engaged reader needs choice. This should make use rethink the structure and purpose of whole class novels. #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

"Every child Every day!" YES! YES! YES! #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Also, the classroom "manager" should be willing to improve practice with feedback from Ss. #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A1 Ss are the clients of education. The customer is always right & that's why it's crucial Ts allow Ss to say what works & fails #G2Great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1: I believe I can learn a lot from my students... I do not need to "know" everything but learn with them. #G2Great

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Absolutely agree it goes a long way with students when teachers are writing too. Makes you think more about your assignments. #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A2: When Ts fear the test so they only teach to it, they deny Ss authentic learning experiences. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Student-centered repositions kids in the starring role so standards won’t become more important than their learning. #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Teach from observation. Work towards potential. Respond to Ss in front of your. Standards = reference & resource not endgame. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 I believe in standards. They're not curriculum. We unlock motivation for learning by making relevant interpretations based on Ss #G2Great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: If I set the bar high, the Ss will rise to meet it! We don't have to "settle". #g2great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Many aspects of what many of you are mentioning can quickly be shortchanged if teacher-talk ratio is too high. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#G2Great so true!

In reply to @brenkrupp

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

What an incredible honor to see you at #G2great Fran.

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Fran, literacy coach, NC. Hi, all! A1: All kids can love learning. I get to figure out ways to spark this. #G2great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

What do all great readers do? They read! Therefore, we've got to make reading accessible & enjoyable for ALL students #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Absolutely! We had time to read & write freely every single day! #G2Great

In reply to @Sam_Parker202

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Sam. You have to connect with @IanCoon you remind me of him! #g2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @IanCoon

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I think we are soulmates, Margaret! :)) #g2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#g2Great I believe that a teacher of writing must be a writer. Practice what you preach. #WriteTeacherWrite

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Just made my night to see you on #G2great Jeff!

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Mistakes are signs of growth. #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2: ALL students must grow Every day Every year Not all in the same way. Standards are goals. Standards are not minimums. #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Sorry. This is where I was. But. . .I'm here now. #G2great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Absolutely! #G2great
- MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Just heard @KyleneBeers say that Poetry is not a unit. It is something we breathe, need to breathe every day. #g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I agree! Find out what they like and find books/magazines about those things. Shows you care! #G2great

In reply to @teresagross625

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2- We don't teach standards we teach children. Keep Ss at the heart of ALL decisions. Let Ss drive our instruction not standards. #G2Great

mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Hi all! Just finished up a live FB and happy to be joining my dear friend @LindaMRief! #g2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

One of the ways I resolve that is w/read alouds. #G2Great

In reply to @soulsdna

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hi, Linda, and everyone else.#g2great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Making sure that students know that there are multiple versions of text. We need to have Ss use the mediums and use academic vocab #G2great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1 Making sure kids have time every day to read and write about topics they are passionate about. Engagement drives learning! #G2great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Remembering two decades ago when Richard Allington spoke w/ clear message - "let them have time to read!" #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q2: as mentioned in previous answer, do not teach 2 the standards. Teach Ss. Teach them real life skills. Standards will B exceeded #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

YES! Just say no to dioramas, mobiles, and all that other silly busywork. Rdrs and Wrtrs read, think, talk, write, share. #g2Great

In reply to @pranikoff

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 Tight rubrics encourage Ss to master proficient mediocrity. They constrain creativity & show Ss to fit answers within a box. #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 We should be teaching children not standards! There's no one size fits all instruction or test that meets all learners' needs. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A1 Learning who they are & what matters to them. Choices, choices, choices- drawing as well as wrtg #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Some Ss are very challenging. How have you reached them? #G2Great
In reply to @teresagross625

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Late to the party, but I'm here! #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

.@KellyGToGo says that the standards mean nothing if kids don't read and write. I try to keep that as my focus all year. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 The standards are a framework to build around with limitless possibilities, not a box to confine students or their growth. #G2great

PegGrafwallner Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Peg, Instructional Coach/Reading Specialist, jumping into #g2great! Am I too late?!?!

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I do both: whole class novels, indept reading books they choose #G2great (7th-8th grades)

In reply to @soulsdna

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Yes!!! #G2Great

In reply to @writeguyjeff

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Welcome, Fran. #G2Great

In reply to @fahaley

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

We must encourage risk taking. Bravery inspires students to try, and thus create what they never thought they were capable of. #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Will do! Growing the network is a great part of these #G2Great chats :)

In reply to @shfarnsworth, @IanCoon

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

And actually do what real writers do - write (not fake writing fill in the blank) Kids can be “REAL" writers we let them #G2great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Marie Clay celebrates different pathways to common outcome. We can address the same WHAT but HOW matches the child. #G2Great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Without fostering student interest, the best we can hope for is mediocrity. Worst case is getting nothing at all. #G2great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Teach with the long run in mind. Becoming a reader /writer/thinker is a live long project. #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

2.What moves each kid,what do they care about,what do they want to be? I want them to know that it’s their time,their development #G2Great

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I loved that my HS English teacher let me write reports on why I didn't enjoy Wuthering Heights. #g2great glad my protest was heard !

In reply to @soulsdna, @StephenKing

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Standards are the expected. The beginning, not the end. Re-envision the essence & go beyond. #G2great

Mwallauerteach Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

For me,it comes back2the mentors-the 💓 of our writing-many forms-published ,student exemplars,all celebrated 4their perspectives #g2Great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Standards Provide what we teach to students. Students are who we teach and work with daily. #g2great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Faige retired kinder teacher here for a bit #G2great

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Ss = tomorrow's innovators; need to build their capacity to think critically & creatively across challenges & situations. #G2Great

2BernK Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Keep the kids at the center of what you are teaching. Focus on growing each reader and writer and not one size fits all. #g2great

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Well said! #g2great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

100+% agree! Authentic audience is so important when writing. Raises engagement & sense of purpose! #g2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1Ss set their standards high when given choice about what they W&R.Finding real audiences helps also.#G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A1 One essential belief that drives my decision making is that education can never be about simply passing a test. #g2great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Remember that students are not numbers. They are individuals. Focus on their growth! #G2Great

pkpam Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2: Model. Ss use T example as a target more than scoring scale. Model ongoing growth and always aim to improve. #g2great

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2: the students in front of us always take priority. Students drive our instruction, standards are standards #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Students need to find connections in what they read. When they do, their words will pour out on the paper. #G2Great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Glad you made it, Paul! #G2great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Sorry. This is where I was. But. . .I'm here now. #G2great
- flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT
  
  Absolutely! #G2great
  
  MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Just heard @KyleneBeers say that Poetry is not a unit. It is something we breathe, need to breathe every day. #g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Well said! #G2great.

In reply to @hayhurst3

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Hey @jarhartz Good to see you here! Yay for life-long learning! #g2great

In reply to @jarhartz, @jarhartz

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Dorothy Barnhouse talks about the power of NOT KNOWING. Students have always been my best teachers (still are) #G2great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A1: I believe I can learn a lot from my students... I do not need to "know" everything but learn with them. #G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Hello everybody! Just came off a FB live video w/@KyleneBeers & @BobProbst. Really intriguing. Just what I needed. Glad to be here. #G2great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Thanks for the retweet @LindaMRief - so honored! #g2great

In reply to @LindaMRief, @LindaMRief

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I think the same goes with only prompt writing. Kids need to see that REAL writing doesn't come from a prompt. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT
And actually do what real writers do - write (not fake writing fill in the blank) Kids can be “REAL" writers we let them #G2great
- TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#StuVoice is one of the most authentic voices in education. It's disappointing how little its utilized. #G2Great

In reply to @IanCoon

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

What do students need? Lots of daily time to engage in meaningful reading & writing with ongoing support, encouragement & feedback. #G2great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Hi friends! @Mhaseltine @MrsSokolowski #g2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Ss always notice that. They know what the focus is when standards are being taught. I teach students! #g2great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#g2great Choice does encourage reading. I think that sharing a text is often a good idea, however, since it lets kids see varying responses.

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#G2Great Hi all from NC! Late but happy to be joining in!

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

The honor is mine, truly! #G2great https://t.co/irjbCsT244

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
What an incredible honor to see you at #G2great Fran.
- fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:42 PM EDT
  
  Fran, literacy coach, NC. Hi, all! A1: All kids can love learning. I get to figure out ways to spark this. #G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A2 Don Murray said “We should be seeking diversity, not proficient mediocrity.” That is what I believe also. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2- We don't teach standards we teach children. Keep Ss at the heart of ALL decisions. Let Ss drive our instruction not standards. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 When standards become a checklist, we lose the child in the mix. We start w/the child & look at standards from that lens. #G2Great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 Principals need to decide: will the building be a testing or a learning building. One need not teach to the test to get results. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

and we are glad to see you. Welcome #G2Great

In reply to @ElisaW5, @KyleneBeers, @BobProbst

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#G2Great

In reply to @IanCoon, @shfarnsworth

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: A former hospital corpsman, I learned about "standard of care." Really the basic tending to needs. Connections to classroom. #G2Great

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Have you read it again as an adult? I hated it in high school too. Now it's one of my favorites. #g2great

In reply to @spiraledu, @soulsdna, @StephenKing

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I don’t recall EVER writing the way except in school. Not sure why school writing and life writing have to be so different! #G2great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT
I think the same goes with only prompt writing. Kids need to see that REAL writing doesn't come from a prompt. #G2great
- DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT
  
  And actually do what real writers do - write (not fake writing fill in the blank) Kids can be “REAL" writers we let them #G2great
  
  TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

True.We have them for a year-we can help set them on a path, help frame the way they think about their learning.Then,we let them go #G2Great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A2 Teach with the long run in mind. Becoming a reader /writer/thinker is a live long project. #g2great

PegGrafwallner Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 I loved asking my Ss what they wanted 2 b assessed on & how. Then we talked abt skills/standards needed to insure they were lrng #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Feeling good tonight for sure! #G2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

The stars are well aligned. @KyleneBeers @BobProbst @writeguyjeff with @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward and the gang!!!!

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

High expectations =high achievement #G2great

In reply to @teresagross625

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Hi! Good to "see" you both! #G2Great

In reply to @TeachWriteEDU, @MrsSokolowski

CHSICs Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Clara, IC in TX jumping in late; A1 school = learning for ALL stakeholders; if I'm not learning, neither are the Ss or parents #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Welcome, Cristi! #G2Great we released Q2

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS

teresagross625 Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2: standards are a place to start and then we can take off with how we instruct and bring learning to life #g2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 A school guided by a test will rarely measure up. #g2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

That gives me goose bumps! #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#G2Great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

I think standards give a framework, but the Ss can determine how they meet the standard. They can shape their learning. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hey friend. So happy to see you! #G2great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Sorry. This is where I was. But. . .I'm here now. #G2great
- flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:44 PM EDT
  
  Absolutely! #G2great
  
  MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Just heard @KyleneBeers say that Poetry is not a unit. It is something we breathe, need to breathe every day. #g2great #WriteTeacherWrite

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Absolutely! We need innovative thinkers who take risks, not compliant ones who only strive to be considered correct! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 Tight rubrics encourage Ss to master proficient mediocrity. They constrain creativity & show Ss to fit answers within a box. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great

mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: A Standard of Care like a Standard of Curriculum can be met. Average. Or surpassed to become a work of. . .a form of. . .art. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #G2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2- We don't teach standards we teach children. Keep Ss at the heart of ALL decisions. Let Ss drive our instruction not standards. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

we read with an author's eye. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2 One more test on one more day won’t help one more kid read one more book. Reading one more book will. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#G2Great providing context 4 reading 2 make it come alive Grisham's A Painted House- getting lots of baseball activities 2 gether for kids

In reply to @vrkimmel, @pranikoff

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Linda for Secretary of Ed! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#G2Great Q2 I think the most impirtant thing Ts can do is rewrite the standards themselves. What do we want Ss to learn? Find the ❤.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Read, Write, Breathe #g2great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Love this! #G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A2 Don Murray said “We should be seeking diversity, not proficient mediocrity.” That is what I believe also. #G2Great
- joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2- We don't teach standards we teach children. Keep Ss at the heart of ALL decisions. Let Ss drive our instruction not standards. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Great to see you for the second time tonight Bob. TY for joining #G2great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Hi, Linda, and everyone else.#g2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Hi Sara! #G2Great

In reply to @SaraKAhmed

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

That message is conveyed often through actions more than words! I like the phrase, "learning building". #G2Great

In reply to @GregKubisak

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q3 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

It's that way with the five paragraph essay too. "Just for school work" is often made so irrelevant to our kids! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT
I don’t recall EVER writing the way except in school. Not sure why school writing and life writing have to be so different! #G2great
- Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT
  
  I think the same goes with only prompt writing. Kids need to see that REAL writing doesn't come from a prompt. #G2great
  
  DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT
  
  And actually do what real writers do - write (not fake writing fill in the blank) Kids can be “REAL" writers we let them #G2great
  
  TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  
  A1: The best way to be a better writer is to write…this goes for both students & teachers. So, lots of time to practice. #g2great
  
  hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q1 @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Absolutely! Let's make that happen. #G2Great

In reply to @SaraKAhmed

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2:I have seen it done. We can & should be teaching to both achievement (standards) & growth (student). Not just one or the other. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Still feeling inspired Kylene. So grateful you changed the time & LOVE seeing you at #G2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Hi all! Just finished up a live FB and happy to be joining my dear friend @LindaMRief! #g2Great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I think I'm reminded that in any classroom setting it's about the feedback and the convo had. That's how learning happens. #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A2 Teach from observation. Work towards potential. Respond to Ss in front of your. Standards = reference & resource not endgame. #G2Great

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I have not! I'll pick it up...took me several reads to finally get through "to kill a mockingbird" #g2great would have loved choice in HS

In reply to @MrsVandeborne, @soulsdna, @StephenKing

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Students need choice in what they read, as well as time in the classroom to both read and write. Then the conversations can begin. #G2Great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A1/A2 Kids aren't puppets we don't pull their strings. Respect what they bring to the table & listen to their voice. #G2great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#G2Great And ekphrasis makes writing assignments meaningful- like analyzing Kate Bush's song Wuthering Heights as an assignment

In reply to @spiraledu, @StephenKing

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

She's got my vote! #G2Great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Linda for Secretary of Ed! #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

pkpam Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A2- Also, do everything g you assign. It's easy to spot where it's too easy to slide by that way and you can teach around it. #g2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Well, when the very smart @PaulWHankins tweets, I listen! Love this, Paul! #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2: A Standard of Care like a Standard of Curriculum can be met. Average. Or surpassed to become a work of. . .a form of. . .art. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Absolutely - education cannot become a mere checklist that forgets at its core who is at the center. Not studentS but A STUDENT #g2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

❤️ #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 Tight rubrics encourage Ss to master proficient mediocrity. They constrain creativity & show Ss to fit answers within a box. #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

3Thru choice kids tell us where they are&where they want to be/who they are&who they want to be.Their choices guide our instruction.#G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

👍#G2Great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Testing should be a measurement of what you know, for the purpose of going back over what needs to be revisited - not to punish. #G2Great

In reply to @GregKubisak

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

In music this translates to Ss applying the learning. Are they playing or singing, or are they being talked to? #G2Great

mjjohnson1216 Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Many aspects of what many of you are mentioning can quickly be shortchanged if teacher-talk ratio is too high. #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

This is well said! #g2great

In reply to @MrsVandeborne

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

And, why does everything have to be scored on a rubric in order for it to count? #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A3 Student interest translates to professional inspiration & can be a driving force for decision-making. Choice is a powerful HOOK! #G2Great

EduGladiators Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

📲#EduGladiators returns SATURDAY w/@ClassTechTips leading the Tech Tips convo! #memspachat #G2Great #AR4LEarning #atplc #ISEDchat #meded

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 @LindaMRief book: I realized, my job was to awaken possibility in other people.” (Zander, 2008) Standards don't do this 1/2 #g2great

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Students need to experience both. #G2Great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#g2great Choice does encourage reading. I think that sharing a text is often a good idea, however, since it lets kids see varying responses.

LesleyScheele Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

This is perfect! #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2 One more test on one more day won’t help one more kid read one more book. Reading one more book will. #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 #G2Great Chiming in late from CA just back from TC and off to England tomorrow. 😊

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

I completely agree. We must create spaces where students feel comfortable to be vulnerable and take risks. #perilsofperfection #g2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Preach it loud and proud, Kylene! #g2great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 I never met a rubric I truly liked! #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great
- mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

And I love that it keeps GROWING every week Sam. And the circle of inspiration widens… #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Will do! Growing the network is a great part of these #G2Great chats :)
In reply to @shfarnsworth, @IanCoon

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Brilliantly said!! #g2great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 Principals need to decide: will the building be a testing or a learning building. One need not teach to the test to get results. #G2great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2) If you teach passionately creating a love of learning you will meet the standards and the Ss needs.#G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A2 I care about & value standards but I want Ss to go beyond them. Standards are guides for Tt, not a check off system for Ss.#G2Great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A2 The standards are a framework to build around with limitless possibilities, not a box to confine students or their growth. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Hi friend. I can’t believe you’re here tonight with so much to do to get ready but so happy you are #G2great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 #G2Great Chiming in late from CA just back from TC and off to England tomorrow. 😊

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT

My whirlwind friend and #ProjectPoem partner :) #G2Great So happy to have you with us.

In reply to @donohoe_kitty, @DrMaryHoward

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 All readers respond to what draws them. Observing choice = get to know readers so you can curate your library, build community. #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: It boils down to this question: If we are known by the company we keep, can we not be known by the compositions we carry? #G2Great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3: Let's us know their interests, helps us make book recs, helps us connect readers in the room #g2great

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

I noticed mine were into minecraft books, we were able to Skype with @MarkC_Author & he inspired them to write their own #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @MarkC_Author

PegGrafwallner Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 When I taught my skills class, I would buy books & offer them to Ss. As they chose their interests, I made notes #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#truth #G2Great

In reply to @lbailey819, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

RETWEET RETWEET! #G2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 A school guided by a test will rarely measure up. #g2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3" What other books need to be in the library (like ladders of support) so each S has books they choose? #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#G2Great Always lifts my spirits to join this chat! 😊

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Read Jane Eyre first then Withering Heights. New perspective after life experience. I wasn't ready for them in high school. #g2great

In reply to @spiraledu, @soulsdna, @StephenKing

Sam_Parker202 Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

When we notice, ask, share, discuss, comment. That shows we value what they are reading. Shows we value them. #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#G2great we are jumping on from Ohio. Hope you all don't mind.

ProfessorNana Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A3 We begin the year with reading autobiographies. Have done this with MS Ss and grad Ss. Get to know them as readers/writers #g2great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#G2Great That is great!

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

I noticed mine were into minecraft books, we were able to Skype with @MarkC_Author & he inspired them to write their own #g2great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @MarkC_Author

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A2 Standards guide Ts after knowing Ss well enough to determine how to create learning that opens possibility & Ss power. #g2great 2/2

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3 Book choice is the start of relationship, it's data, it's intimate to Ss identity. #G2Great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3 Student interests opens the door to their likes/dislikes & interests. It's a hook into knowing your students #g2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Not every book will hook a reader, but any one book can. Student choice in books gives Ts glimpse into their passions. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Compliance is rarely a good way to make that happen Linda. Love that message so much! #G2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great
- mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A2 W&R are messy. None of it can be standardized. They are hard work. Process matters as much, perhaps more to me, as product. #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

So happy to be here with my friends! #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @DrMaryHoward

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Could you say standards are a checkpoint - a goal to get to, but also a goal to work past? #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: The popular credit card ad asks, "What's in your wallet?" Are you part of our /this group. For us, "What's in your bookbag?" #G2Great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

When we know our kids and know our books, we can play matchmaker and watch them fall in ❤️ with reading #G2great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

That's excellent - glad to see this kind of leadership #g2great

In reply to @LindaMRief

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I like your answer much better than mine. THIS is what I meant. :) #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: engagement is key so if I'm making space for choice early in the year, I can make sure I fill my library with books to match #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Authors are wonderful people and generally make themselves available to our Ss. That's wonderful you s/write a proposal for #ncte #G2Great

In reply to @spiraledu, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @MarkC_Author

2BernK Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3: Knowing what the kids ❤️ to read is my first step in knowing who they are as people. "You are what you read" is a fav quote. #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

That's how our students have come to feel about rubrics and checklists, too. They often are thinking prisons, really. #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A2 I never met a rubric I truly liked! #G2Great
- LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
  
  A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great
  
  mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A3 Noticing their choices is an entry point to us sustaining their reading lives. We must be aware of what they are reading. #g2great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A2: The kids are our curriculum. Keep them at the center of your instructional planning. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A2: Standards don't lead students to proficiency; You have to read VOLUMES in order to grow #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Agreed. Making time for what we value is important, no matter what the standards say. #G2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A2 One more test on one more day won’t help one more kid read one more book. Reading one more book will. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 As kidwatchers in the course of independent reading we can see readers from ALL angles (what, how, when, where). #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Continued look at what these take home books reveal about the reader. What is important to her. I bet you know. #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I couldn't agree more especially as I get ready to submit our program for CAEP accreditation. #g2great 🙄

In reply to @ElisaW5, @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

“Thinking prisons”. I love that Tara! #G2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT
That's how our students have come to feel about rubrics and checklists, too. They often are thinking prisons, really. #G2Great
- KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT
  
  A2 I never met a rubric I truly liked! #G2Great
  
  LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
  
  A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great
  
  mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

Sam_Parker202 Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Reading is personal- especially in MS. When we show we value their reading choices, we show we value them. #G2Great

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I agree I tried to read that and didn't get far. Her travels alone were way to detailed and I have never finished it. #g2great

In reply to @soulsdna, @spiraledu, @StephenKing

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I've done that too. It's one of my favorite things to read! #G2Great

In reply to @ProfessorNana

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

We need to change the mindset of our administrators. If I had my own school, literacy would be the goal. #G2Great https://t.co/zrE3OuLzAH

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3:book choice is the window to the students' wonders,world view,life experiences and hopeful dreams. It is authentic. Believe them.#G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I think I'll make that my first bulletin board motto! #g2Great "What's in your bookbag?"

In reply to @PaulWHankins

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#G2Great That is awesome

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

❤️ #G2great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A2: The kids are our curriculum. Keep them at the center of your instructional planning. #G2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A3 Sts tell us so much about who they are if we take the time to listen. It's their agenda not ours that takes priority #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I keep missing the questions. Where is Q3? #g2great

LesleyScheele Jul 6 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#g2great Students interests, passions, hopes and heart is what I need to know to teach them... not their text level!

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Totally agree. You can create such a deep relationship over books easily. #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Book choice tells you about interests, building a profile for the Ss. In choir - picking music to perform. #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Exactly. We need to choose what we teach based on their needs. #G2Great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A2: The kids are our curriculum. Keep them at the center of your instructional planning. #G2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:43 PM EDT
  
  Q2 #G2Great @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy

daymindblown Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

If you search for "askew" in Google, the content will tilt slightly to the right. #SignsThatYoureOld #Google #UnhealthySongs #G2great

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Thanks, I think many believe we have to do one or the other. We should be doing both. #g2great

In reply to @Teachr4

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3 S-chosen text reveals passions, interests, & potential comfort zone; it's a conversation door opener so we can know more about S #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Anecdote: This year I was given a C on a PSA on gun safety. Peers voted it most impactful, but my logo wasn't onscreen long enough #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A2 I never met a rubric I truly liked! #G2Great
- LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:50 PM EDT
  
  A2I don’t want Ss to follow rubrics that don’t allow them to be imaginative,innovative,curious, flexible enough to try new things. #G2Great
  
  mshellala Jul 6 @ 8:45 PM EDT
  
  A2 Standards are a compass for curriculum, not directions or checklist...testing that results from standards brings the mediocrity #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Absolutely as always looking for the next stop along the learning journey. Not like a dead end where one waits passively! #g2Great

In reply to @traviszinnel

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3 Recognizing Ss preferences and inclinations is an acknowledgement of them as readers and a springboard to teach from #g2great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#G2Great I literally fought w/myself 2 try to get through it but failed. & the weird guy at the school wholiked her but hated her?

In reply to @MrsVandeborne, @spiraledu, @StephenKing

HeinemannPub Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

When @LindaMRief is teaching, you're trending! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#Q3 #G2great

pkpam Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A3- Books are the best tools I have for building relationships with quiet or hurting students. Safe, neutral territory. #g2great

CHSICs Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A2 intentional design looks like last 2 Qs 4 PLCs: what will I do if they don't learn it? What will I do I they already know it? #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Same here! Books in every classroom, NOT just ELA! Ss should read in all contents! #G2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Standards should be viewed as a minimum. We should be blowing standards out of the water every day. #g2Great

In reply to @PaulWHankins

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Hi Jason! Not Seldens. Lit Journey. Things are good. I'm opening @BAM_MS_Official this year! Can't wait. How are you? #G2Great

In reply to @MisterAMisterA, @BAM_MS_Official

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

well of course :] #G2great

HeinemannPub Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

When @LindaMRief is teaching, you're trending! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 Our observations can inform our classroom library and books we choose to use for instructional purposes (ie read aloud). #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

TY! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A2I want kids to internalize the processes that work for them. It is not the same for each S. Our classrm is individualized.#G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

LOL! #G2great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: Talk, talk, talk about books. Why we like what we like. Plan for the next one. Always. #G2great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 #G2Great At open house I have them book shop to fill their book baskets. I get a sneak peak into their reading lives before the 1st day!

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

randomawwpics Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Books can be windows into the lives of our students. We just need to look through them and talk about them. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#G2Great Oh dear

In reply to @TheSammer88

lbailey819 Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Helping kids build strong literacy skills involves building relationships. If you don't do the 2nd one, the 1st may never happen. #G2Great

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

My students loved joke books. So great for reading aloud & sharing:I did a unit on puns & joke structure... NOT in the standards! #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

CHSICs Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A2 Intentional design takes the standards as the minimum & provides Ss w/ opp to go far beyond OR support to reach #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Choice allows Ss to explore topics that are important to them - that generates more interest than topics chosen for them. #G2Great

WhoTrendedIT Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Wow. You know who sent #g2great trending in the US ? I do. Well done @HeinemannPub. I make no mistakes.

pkpam Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3- Book suggestions based on what they like help me build trust for other things I might suggest re: class or anything, really. #g2great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Yes!!!!! Testing, or rather assessment, just allows a checkpoint and a point for communication. Thank you for reminding us of this! #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Testing should be a measurement of what you know, for the purpose of going back over what needs to be revisited - not to punish. #G2Great
In reply to @GregKubisak

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Yes, the foundation of growing readers. #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I LOVE that Erika! #G2great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 #G2Great At open house I have them book shop to fill their book baskets. I get a sneak peak into their reading lives before the 1st day!
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Book choice gives insight to a Ss love. Pay attention to what they genuinely enjoy reading and you see into a kid's soul. #g2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Had teacher hand me a book that a S left in his class. Me: oh Susie is reading that. T: how did you know that? I know my Ss. #g2great

pattyvreilly Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: Observation is a powerful tool - a window into a student as a reader and thinker. S choices reveal strengths and preferences. #G2Great

val_lolly2721 Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

How does a teacher make sure they are responsible to students but meet the requirements of the district when it comes to standards? #G2great

PegGrafwallner Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Love https://t.co/ihifsFOFPX Always got my kids pumped to read! #g2great

fahaley Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3: Talk, talk, talk about books. Why we like what we like. Plan for the next one. Always. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

It would be cool to have parents shop for a book on orientation and have them add the book w/a note in their baggies. @JillDerosa #G2Great

In reply to @eolvey, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @JillDerosa

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

That's the joy and the challenge of workshop, isn't it? I love how the process allows us to get to know each child-what a gift!#G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A2I want kids to internalize the processes that work for them. It is not the same for each S. Our classrm is individualized.#G2Great

genevie79cr Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3: S choice reads give us insight into our student readers! #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#G2Great I know. I was thinking our science dept might want to have the kids read Scat by Carl Hiassen

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Same here! Books in every classroom, NOT just ELA! Ss should read in all contents! #G2great
In reply to @SHKrajewski

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 I find that when I see a kid choose a book if I follow with “Why’d you choose this one?” I learn much about the kid. #g2Great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 #G2Great Then I find some in our classroom library I think they may enjoy and add to their book baskets! Like a book fairy!

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

What a wonderful idea! #G2Great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A3 #G2Great At open house I have them book shop to fill their book baskets. I get a sneak peak into their reading lives before the 1st day!
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

The sign of a GREAT teacher! #g2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 Had teacher hand me a book that a S left in his class. Me: oh Susie is reading that. T: how did you know that? I know my Ss. #g2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: Books start conversations. Books start relationships. I can get to know so much about a student from their choices. #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

This is a great mindset! Do we want a world where everyone attacks issues the same way? There'd leave no room for innovation #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: If we are going to teach reading, we better know current MG and YA fiction and texts, otherwise we are posers! #g2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

And standards should never be burden 4 anyone! Standards are biased & flawed as long as they lose sight of the individual student. #g2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

CHSICs Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q3 has me thinking abt what this looks like with Ts; maybe what PD they choose ok their own... #g2great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3 When you let a student choose their own book it lets them take ownership of their learning. They can choose what interests them. #g2great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q3: having the fully stocked library, book talks, allowing Ss of all ages to explore (not just ES and MS) and engaging them 1 on 1 #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3 Celebrate every book choice. May not be your jam, but celebrate anyway. Get to know that kids thru what they choose to read. #g2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 What we value most goes in the calendar FIRST. We can’t allow a busy day to shove engaged reading/writing aside. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#G2Great Q4 @Mhaseltine

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Right? Aren't you already framing a picture of this boy? #G2Great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

I saw somewhere that a T did a "book tasting" event with Ss. They "tasted" books to get ideas of what they wanted to read. #G2Great

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

It goes to show you that book choice can be a failure & we need to remember that when we force kids to finish the ones they chose. #g2great

In reply to @soulsdna, @spiraledu, @StephenKing

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#g2great Book choices tell us what they value, who they id with, even how to best converse with them! Choice helps me know my Ss better.

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Can you engage the Ss in putting the standards in lang they understand? #G2Great

In reply to @val_lolly2721

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#G2Great Spure great discussions where u get 2 know them. I worried about the reading of 13 reasons why however

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#Q3 #G2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3 When kids are given info re books; time to discover books; permission to read what they want, they become readers. #g2Great

FashionMongin Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

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dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Love this. I have blogged about the importance/influence/mirror to kids' lives through books #g2great #bibliotherapy

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Books can be windows into the lives of our students. We just need to look through them and talk about them. #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3: For me, a book in the hand in the room is like a dog on a leash on a sidewalk. I'll stop. And I'll talk to--and about--both. #G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3 In order for your Ss to really be choosing books that they WANT to read your library shld reflect THEM #g2great #RepresentationMatters

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

4. We make time for what we value-our rooms should be places where kids look forward to rich reading/writing experiences every day. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3Noticing what Ss choose to read allows me to put other books in their hands. Paulsen leads to Krakauer leads to Skolnick. #G2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Display what you read! We teachers don't need to read while they do. We just need to display our titles and book talk! #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#g2Great A4: When a S walks in saying he couldn't stop thinking abt the book we are reading or the story he is writing, I know it's working.

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Watching "how" & "what" books Ss select is 1st step in being expert kid-watcher in ur class.Those observations build a bridge. #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#Q3 #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

We can’t expect kids to become readers if we don’t model our status as readers on a daily basis Gayle! #G2great

gig88keys128 Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Just as interesting to find out what teachers have in their book bags.
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3) We constantly talk about books continually integrating reading into everything everyday. Projects, artwork, music, athletics. #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hahaha! How did you know that I'd miss it again? I feel like I need Twitter remediation tonight! Love you for helping me out! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A3: Students organize the class library. They decide what books to highlight & what gets the main shelves, usually what they love. #G2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A3 Choice means choice. Not limited to a level; not listed to a genre. Choice means choice and choice develops voice. #G2Great

ProfessorNana Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am the model for them. They see me R/W and talk about it. Even with grad Ss online. #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#g2great A3 I may not be able to give advice for every situation, but I can recommend books, and that's even better.

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Rubrics protect teachers. They don't measure learning. #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

What a great analogy! #G2great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3: For me, a book in the hand in the room is like a dog on a leash on a sidewalk. I'll stop. And I'll talk to--and about--both. #G2Great

LL_Smiles Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Q4 I make room 4 R&W to grow by starting with it daily. We respond to a piece of "text" like Gallagher's readingminute #G2Great @LindaMRief

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4: No stupid stuff Read Write Talk Think are priorities! Admins can't interrupt. Ts cannot interrupt. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4 #g2great Free write journals have been huge in 2nd grade. We do at least 10 min a day. Total engagement. Beg to write more. ❤ to share!

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Reading & writing time are always a non-negotiable in my room. (Even if it means cutting math time short…. : ) LOL! #g2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A4 What we value most goes in the calendar FIRST. We can’t allow a busy day to shove engaged reading/writing aside. #G2Great

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I loved that idea. I love to read but I had bad endings, so I always read 1st & last to decide if it hooked me #g2great

In reply to @donohoe_kitty

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'll read anything by you! #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @JillDerosa

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

If you see the books/pieces they pick, you can have discussion and see their passion. Their "sales pitch" if you will. #G2Great

In reply to @soulsdna

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

We use that too. It's very productive when you use the learning continuum. You need to not look at overall RIT & focus on strands. #g2great

In reply to @Sam_Parker202

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#g2great A3 -Knowing what kids choose to read says much about who they are.We should figure out how to learn the person through his choices.

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#G2Great I do like showing them that I am always in a book too but I love the bulletin board idea as well!

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Display what you read! We teachers don't need to read while they do. We just need to display our titles and book talk! #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Bam! I’ve never heard it said this way, but I LOVE THIS! #g2Great

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Rubrics protect teachers. They don't measure learning. #G2Great
In reply to @LindaMRief

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Time = priority. Making room for R and W everyday teaches Ss that ritual builds stamina & growth & development of process. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Some answers are easy, thank goodness, make time for authentic reading and writing every day no exceptions ever. #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Q4 reading and writing grows when we make time for sustained practice and time for talk to share ideas and get feedback from others #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Yes, and choosing something to read that you love is still reading and discovering while building literary skills. #G2great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

😊 #G2great

pattyvreilly Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Absolutely! If you build it, it will come!!
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

ResolvinGuide Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

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hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Yes, we have to experience what we want them to do. We have to face our own challenges hangups and joy. Authenticity is underrated, #G2Great

ProfessorNana Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am the model for them. They see me R/W and talk about it. Even with grad Ss online. #G2Great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Take our 45 min reading class & add it to the 45 min writing for 90 minutes of literacy learning = daily authenticity #g2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A3Penny Kittle taught me to use digital book talks. I find short videos, author clips, excerpts to share—it sells books.#G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Allow students a chance to fall in love with fun reading experiences. My Ss loved #marchbookmadness last year! #G2Great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Incorporate reading and writing in your classroom. Time to listen, collaborate, grow, and learn together. #g2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Shorten your direct instruction! Make room for Ss to apply what they know, struggle with problems, & develop independence #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A3 "Schools want me to become my own person. How am I supposed to do that when I'm told what to read & what to write?" @Dooby_Cooby #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Same is true for sharing what you are writing. Ss LOVE to see what I’m working on & offer feedback when they can. #g2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Display what you read! We teachers don't need to read while they do. We just need to display our titles and book talk! #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#G2Great @KyleneBeers The librarians knew me so well that they pulled out all the magic adventure books.. E Nesbit E. Eager- my new friends

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT

A3 When kids are given info re books; time to discover books; permission to read what they want, they become readers. #g2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

I love that Teri (and so happy too see you tonight! #G2great

ProfessorNana Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am the model for them. They see me R/W and talk about it. Even with grad Ss online. #G2Great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 It's critical to know what your Ss love outside the classroom. Bring that in every day. Embrace what kids care about. Read 1/2 #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Seriously? Wow. Thank you so much. #G2Great

In reply to @SaraKAhmed, @JillDerosa

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

It will be in my book (unless the editor cuts it...) #G2Great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 #1 alleviate ALL wasted time. We’ll only make room for what matters if we say NO to what doesn’t. TICK TOCK! #G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 Asking meaningful ?s and getting kids to ask each other ?s about the texts they read is incredibly impt to getting them to write #g2great

mshellala Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4 In MS, school-wide daily SSR and/or first 10 min in ELA class, writing workshop #G2Great

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4:my two nonnegotiables. We do both every day, regardless of schedule interruptions. My Ss wouldn't allow them to NOT happen. #G2Great

MrsVandeborne Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I like this idea! #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Allow students a chance to fall in love with fun reading experiences. My Ss loved #marchbookmadness last year! #G2Great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Exactly. It's a nonnegotiable. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Some answers are easy, thank goodness, make time for authentic reading and writing every day no exceptions ever. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I love that Jenn! #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

It would be cool to have parents shop for a book on orientation and have them add the book w/a note in their baggies. @JillDerosa #G2Great
In reply to @eolvey, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @JillDerosa

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: Once we identify the readers' tastes, we work to make sure these are the "face out" books on shelves/displays. Quiet sell. #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Every class began w/notebook writing. We wrote & shared. This time changed my Ss into writers more than anything else we did. #g2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: In many classrooms, the Ts have to close their mouths and "LET" students read and write! #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4- The time to authentically be engaged in choice reading and writing is a non-negotiable. Priorities #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#G2Great We have reading 4 pleasure 20 minutes a day. quiet relaxing cant be assigned reading

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A4: No stupid stuff Read Write Talk Think are priorities! Admins can't interrupt. Ts cannot interrupt. #G2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  
  Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Even if that something is a graphic novel or a novel-in-verse or a picture book. #G2great

In reply to @LoringandSmith, @KyleneBeers

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A4: Ss must read & write authentically, across their day, every day -- about things THEY care about! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

That's the beauty of Twitter Erika. Growing ideas together - and all in the name of kids! #G2great

In reply to @eolvey, @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @JillDerosa

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

I'm so late on this but I don't care. I enjoy this chat but I never know when it's going to be... When do these chats happen? #g2great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

This is such a challenge for me, but I'm working on it! #g2Great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Shorten your direct instruction! Make room for Ss to apply what they know, struggle with problems, & develop independence #g2great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 and write about those "love" topics and your whole rdg/wrtg community will grow. 2/2 #g2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 We can't put too much emphasis on just one. Reading has a lot of merit, but we can't forget writing does too (or vice versa) #G2Great

2BernK Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Amen! 👏🙌#G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4 Some answers are easy, thank goodness, make time for authentic reading and writing every day no exceptions ever. #G2Great

TeachWriteEDU Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I had a “Mrs. Laffin is currently reading…” poster outside my door where I advertised my book bag. Many stopped & commented on it. #g2great

gig88keys128 Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Just as interesting to find out what teachers have in their book bags.
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4: in choir, we sight-sing daily. Forcing new skills to be acquired and to verbally utilize academic vocab. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#G2Great Love this

In reply to @flynn_catherine

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

An aside: Had to give accident report at police station (no one hurt) but this is what I saw #G2Great Libraries/books/love

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 Begin our day with a free write & end with a picture book read aloud. And, workshop everyday - reading & writing. #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Falling in love is essential for reading & writing, isn't it? Love this! #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Allow students a chance to fall in love with fun reading experiences. My Ss loved #marchbookmadness last year! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

It seeds there relationship around literacy. we are doing this work together.#G2Great

In reply to @eolvey, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward, @JillDerosa

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 I use reading and writing in all subjects! It doesn't have to be "perfect" writing, just short response or fill in the blank. #g2great

mshellala Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I 💙how students relish this time #G2great

In reply to @mollienye72

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

GREAT message! #G2great

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: If we are going to teach reading, we better know current MG and YA fiction and texts, otherwise we are posers! #g2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q4: this is the core of what we do with Ss. What else would we make time 4? Workshop - practitioners - always DOING English = verbs #G2Great

DrBrandiMassey Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 Rdg & wtg are just as important as lunch & when Ss fall in love & see the importance they'll beg for that special time each day #g2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Skype with authors. Bring them to your school. Your kids will never forget the experience! #G2Great @JasonReynolds83 @KielyBrendan

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Aah! Late again! Jennifer from IN. Future Librarian ready to spread the book love! Middle School rocks! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 I LOVE Sara Ahmed’s SOFT START. Starting (and ending) ea day w/engaged reading positions it as a high priority goal #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

#G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

My granddaughter not allowed to read books out of her lexile. Stop this madness. What interests her? She will meet the challenge!#G2Great

adamddrummond Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: daily carved out time for you. Then show your Ss how you write and why. Then give them time. Don't force it. Authentic. #G2Great

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Whoa! Shifting who is at the center of the learning experience! :) #G2Great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A4: Shorten your direct instruction! Make room for Ss to apply what they know, struggle with problems, & develop independence #g2great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Late, but here and ready to share in the greatness! Stacey, 4th grade ELA/SS from Cincinnati. #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

This is some of the most important work we do. Can't find that in a "program". #G2great

In reply to @BobProbst

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

So true! Finding balance is essential! #G2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4: Sometimes just react to students' interpretations of reading or their writing. Empowers students as opposed to engaging. #G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

You don't think modelling reading is impt? How can they know you value reading if they never see you do it? #G2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Skype visits are the best! #G2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Skype with authors. Bring them to your school. Your kids will never forget the experience! #G2Great @JasonReynolds83 @KielyBrendan

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: I believe that children should be children; that their natural curiosity should come FIRST in the classroom. Not tests! #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A4 Perf example 2nite. Granddaughter was over and wanted to write a book. "Should I write fiction or nonfiction?" "Your choice" 2/2 #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I used @SaraKAhmed's soft opening technique w/writing. Loved it! #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @SaraKAhmed

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4: MAKE (&safeguard)TIME Grows if we model our R/W lives & then remember make space for Ss to be the lead readers/writers too #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4 #G2Great 30-40 minutes of independent reading. Everyday. Protect reading time as sacred time. Not optional.

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4Ss for 50 min/day.I cannot separate W&R. Ss keep a WRNotebook, MonthruW focus is on W.Thurs&Fri focus more on R. HW=30min rdg/ #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Wow, I just saw your face and a big smile hi friend! #g2great

In reply to @jarhartz

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

And not focusing on segmenting them as well Sam. I write because I read and read because I write. They’re inseparably connected! #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A4 We can't put too much emphasis on just one. Reading has a lot of merit, but we can't forget writing does too (or vice versa) #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@donohoe_kitty Ss decorated a plate of a book they wanted to talk about. Tables were set up w/ red & white table cloths. #g2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Well said! Choice. Choice. Choice. #G2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @Dooby_Cooby

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Standards not often at point of need & want 2 learn4 Ss. Standards guide 4 Ts. Should be taken w/grain of salt. Same 4 rubrics. #g2great

In reply to @traviszinnel, @franmcveigh

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

And Ss can tell when you're faking! Read it, love it, live it! #beareader #G2great

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A3: If we are going to teach reading, we better know current MG and YA fiction and texts, otherwise we are posers! #g2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I love that Michelle! #G2great

In reply to @Mhaseltine, @SaraKAhmed

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 We offer more integration than segmentation so reading & writing can become a supportive co-collaboration. #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4 Readers read. Readers talk about what they read.They ooze books.They gush and laugh and cry. And they write. Always write. #g2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5: Always on the hunt for mentor texts. When I read, I sometimes just gasp and admire the craft. #G2Great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

In my classroom, students have time to read & celebrate 📚every day. No exceptions. #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5. The use of mentors helps bridge the divide that some other Ts have created between reading/writing. #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#G2Great A5: Interacting with authors helps Ss make the connections b/w reading and writing.

mshellala Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

It's true! Ss do crave r&w time--love the analogy #G2Great

In reply to @DrBrandiMassey

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

My Kinders loved to check out the ninja go books from the library & I ❤️ that the librarian let them (even if the moms complained) #g2great

In reply to @LindaMRief

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

My Ss went crazy for graphic novels this year. I had many reluctant readers, esp. boys stay up reading late into the night! #g2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS, @KyleneBeers

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Absolutely. What an experience for them ! #g2great Did this @DanGemeinhart Kept a room of 65 kids totally engaged for 45 min! #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Skype with authors. Bring them to your school. Your kids will never forget the experience! #G2Great @JasonReynolds83 @KielyBrendan

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4All the research about R&W confirms that volume matters. Ss write every day for real reasons for a real audience. They read daily.#G2Great

fahaley Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Keep writing workshop - with choice -sacred. Don't forget poetry reading & writing; less time, but fosters deep thinking. - #G2great

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Model and embrace the reading & writing as a collaborative pair. Embrace the ideas that lead to more reading & writing. #g2great

CHSICs Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4 Modeling is SO important; a good chemistry T models labs; a good ELAR T should model too; & modeling=⏰ to do what we ❤️! WIN/WIN #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Our reading informs and shapes our writing; we make a habit of cross referencing what we learn in reading and writing workshop. #G2Great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A2: I can't stand standardized. Ss are not standard. I try my best to build relationships/learn their indiv. personalities. #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4: At some point, #Room407 students sense picture books on the white board rail are "for them." If not read, they'll point to it. #G2Great

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A4: providing an open, accessible & inviting writing center & library allows for kids to do this anytime, not only when on schedule #G2great

LorenMKaplan Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Sorry to be so late! Loren from the Los Angeles area, excited to join in. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Love that phrase lead readers/writers @SaraKAhmed #G2Great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
A4: MAKE (&safeguard)TIME Grows if we model our R/W lives & then remember make space for Ss to be the lead readers/writers too #G2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 8:59 PM EDT
  
  Q4 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#g2great I LOVE this!!! Thank you. Am going to do it at beg of school yr!!!

In reply to @Teachr4

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Invite all other teachers & staff members to share their love of books. Send them all a simple template. Students will notice! #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Better late than never! Good to see you! #G2Great

In reply to @jdsniadecki

guerrette79 Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#G2Great chat has incredibly thoughtful conversation going on w @lindamrief tonight. Will need to go back and catch up later!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5 By following learning where it needs to go. What makes sense in the moment, #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5 Highlight observations from Ss that connect R and W. "How can this book you love support you as a writer?" #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#G2Great A5 I love having them read selections of writers who write about writing like Neil Gaiman and Black Milk by @Elif_Safak

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: I strive to find balance. I often fail. I explicitly show (& ask Ss to find) connections as much as I can. #g2great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: As a reader, I read to understand. As a writer, I read to gather craft moves. I share this with students whenever I can. #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5. Writers add THEIR OWN BOOKS/STORIES to the classroom library. Readers get inspired to write through their writer peers. #G2great

shfarnsworth Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thanks for the chat. Must duck out a bit early. Have a great night, friends! #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4Maintaining a WRNotebook helps sustain that R&W.I expect 2-4 pages/wk. I expect 30min Rdg/day.Volume matters in R&W.#G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Thinking prisons! You nailed it! #g2great

In reply to @tara_smith5

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: It's not abt a timer & 20 min. of reading & 20 min. of writing. Over time, are Ss learning how 2 use R & W 2 THINK? etc. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I am working real hard to implement some of the things you do w/ notebooks. You and @pennykittle are MY mentors! #g2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A4Ss for 50 min/day.I cannot separate W&R. Ss keep a WRNotebook, MonthruW focus is on W.Thurs&Fri focus more on R. HW=30min rdg/ #G2Great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4 In kinder this take shape in many ways in the day: art table 2sharing books in class library (informal) & then structured time #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

It worked so well! I was so inspired by @SaraKAhmed's book! #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward, @SaraKAhmed, @SaraKAhmed

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4 To get all the R&W in we give up anything that does not lead to stronger W&R. Everything is connected to helping Ss grow as W&R.#G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Recently in Finland a principal shared that they prepare children for life --- NOT PISA tests. 🎤drop! #g2great

In reply to @jdsniadecki

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Highlight Ss connections between R & W. During writing share, "What does this piece make you imagine/wonder/think about as a R?" #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 We can use reading as a mentor for writing and then apply that mentorship in our own writing. #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Is there anything more disheartening than "you're not proficient enough to read that?" Why not cheer on & help (if needed) instead? #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

traviszinnel Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Where does listening and speaking come into play? Music T here, so would like more to understand. #G2Great

In reply to @LindaMRief

spiraledu Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

helps the students understand why they need to keep practicing b/c they recognize it's challenging but they do because they ❤️ it #g2great

In reply to @LindaMRief

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I talk about all the books I read. I book talk a title each day and recommend titles all the time. They know I'm a reader. #G2Great

In reply to @pedagogilist

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Yes, my brilliant friend yes you are so correct! #G2Great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A5: It's not abt a timer & 20 min. of reading & 20 min. of writing. Over time, are Ss learning how 2 use R & W 2 THINK? etc. #g2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  
  Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

adamddrummond Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: When we read we talk about what the author did as a writer. When we write, we talk about what the reader might be thinking. #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Start by making sure that reading isn’t one class and ELA another. #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5. Writers become better writers by reading more. You can't have one without the other. #G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

The practice of sitting down to get lost in a book HAS to be taught. In word/book impoverished areas it has to become ritualized #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#g2great A5 Making time for both, and treating both as married content. We write about what we read, and we read what we wish we'd written.

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 I agree with this 100%! Readers do write and writers read. I integrate both reading and writing EVERY DAY! :) #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Don't you love it when Ss talk about what they are reading with you & ask you to read their "extra" writing they are doing? #G2great Awesome

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#G2Great Well said. But there r books about writing that make you read them as a reader becuz theyre so good like Black Milk by @Elif_Safak

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A5: As a reader, I read to understand. As a writer, I read to gather craft moves. I share this with students whenever I can. #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I agree, Margaret. That's a great point! #G2great

In reply to @MargaretGSimon

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: It's really hard to facilitate reciprocal reading/writing because they are separate classes/different teachers #g2Great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Writing is inspired by what we read. K poets wrote poems about seashells after reading about them, then wanted to read more. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#fabulousteacher #G2Great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 I agree with this 100%! Readers do write and writers read. I integrate both reading and writing EVERY DAY! :) #g2great
In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5 changing my objective board to include: read, write, talk every day. Another thing I am stealing form @pennykittle #g2great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5 Often, we read to know the world and we write to know ourselves. #G2Great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: @JSerravallo pts out that we can merge goals ex: identifying character traits in rdg, incorporating character traits into wrtg #g2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

YES! Only the GOOD stuff! @LindaMRief #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A4 To get all the R&W in we give up anything that does not lead to stronger W&R. Everything is connected to helping Ss grow as W&R.#G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#G2Great A5: Writing the next chapter is a popular reading response choice.

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Wish there were more school librarians involved in this chat. They make a habit of finding out what kids want to read & getting it. #g2great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A3: If I know their choice of books, I try to find titles that match kids. So much fun! I say, “I got a new one for you!” #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I know I"m reading a great book when I get lost in it. If I'm paying attention to craft moves, it's not as powerful! #G2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#g2great A5 To have read, you must articulate responses; writing invites you to do that more fully than simply staring into space.

DrJacieMaslyk Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Agreed! We must be intentional about sharing those meaningful connections with our students. #G2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A5 Our reading informs and shapes our writing; we make a habit of cross referencing what we learn in reading and writing workshop. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q5: We face each other in a circle & have ongoing discussions about our reading & writing. Ss are DOING everyday & all discussion #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

That message stays w/kids forever whether it’s a level, lexile or simply our inability to trust kids in making the right choices! #G2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Is there anything more disheartening than "you're not proficient enough to read that?" Why not cheer on & help (if needed) instead? #G2Great
In reply to @LindaMRief

guerrette79 Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: We think and talk about authors of our books as writers--doing the same kind of work we do as writers. #G2Great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5 I teach students to read like writers and write like readers. #G2great

mgrosstaylor Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

🎉#EduGladiators is BACK Sat w/@ClassTechTips To prep, share your fav tech tip via @flipgrid 📲https://t.co/kgnSy0p0QM #moreEDU #G2great

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: I know Ss have made the connection when they choose their own mentors based on what they read - and tell me! #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 Let reading/writing rise naturally (vs scheduled lesson) as we pause to read/write based on in-the-moment beckonings. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#G2Great I think everyone can figure out by trying a book on if its for them; we dont need 2 tell readers they arent good enuf 4 a book

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Is there anything more disheartening than "you're not proficient enough to read that?" Why not cheer on & help (if needed) instead? #G2Great
In reply to @LindaMRief

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

I like giving students excerpts to read, annotate what they notice the write did, and then attempt to imitate the technique. #G2Great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 #G2Great LOTS of mentor texts during writing units. I try to teach a topic in rdg before I teach the unit on wtng. Esp nonfiction.

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5:I'm wondering if it would be writing about reading? Something my 2nd graders are just starting to grasp and enjoy. #G2Great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A4: I had classes in blocks, so it was easy to read/write every day. Most Ts aren’t so lucky. #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Why do administrators do this crazy thing? It goes against everything we know to be true about reading/writing instruction! #G2Great

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: It's really hard to facilitate reciprocal reading/writing because they are separate classes/different teachers #g2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

If that works for you, do you! but I tend to believe that Ss model what they SEE you do. That's prt of how values are transmitted #G2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

mshellala Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 we read like writers: uncover what they do & how; we write w/audience in mind:make choices that imitate and expand what's read #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

That's how we tap into motivation. #G2Great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

AMEN! #g2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Start by making sure that reading isn’t one class and ELA another. #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5 I want students to recognize that writing is a way to discover what they know and who they are. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Just started a writing group of students who want to write that much more. They're unbelievable. #G2Great

In reply to @LoringandSmith

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q5 cont: regards these crafts. Acts also as classroom mgmt. Ss police each other & keep all talk geared 2 acquisition of new skills #G2Great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

:-( Not fun. Instruction shouldn't be driven by scheduling! #G2great

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5: It's really hard to facilitate reciprocal reading/writing because they are separate classes/different teachers #g2Great

2BernK Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5: I use our read aloud picture books as models for writers in workshop every day. "Your writing reminds me of..." is so powerful #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5) Great readers are better writers. It goes hand in hand. Ss sometimes need to see this in action. #G2great They will try if they feel it

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5 When I read a book I hate (or even one I like), I think about what I'd do to improve. Ss can critique others to grow own writing #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Our Ss will never find the zone if we don't show them how to get there, or if we interrupt with reading minutiae #G2great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

The practice of sitting down to get lost in a book HAS to be taught. In word/book impoverished areas it has to become ritualized #g2great

hapyeaster Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@KyleneBeers - this is the biggest obstacle to overcome! #ELAR #G2Great How do you make it happen?

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Start by making sure that reading isn’t one class and ELA another. #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I don't know how you can teach writing without reading or vice versa. #g2Great

In reply to @tara_smith5

DrJacieMaslyk Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yes! Hang these outside of classrooms so all who pass get the message--there's a reader leading this classroom. #G2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Invite all other teachers & staff members to share their love of books. Send them all a simple template. Students will notice! #G2Great

LL_Smiles Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

We shr our wrtng & give fdbck, bless&press. Emph is on hw writing affected the rdr. Put th wrtng & th rding of th wrtng @ th cntr. #g2great.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A4 I said. "Nonfic first" she said. So she created her own album cover because she loves KidsBop Radio. She's 6 yo #brilliant 2/2 #g2great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5. When writers have a space for publishing/sharing, it engages them ten fold as readers AND writers. Authentic audience matters. #g2great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5 Students read with an eye for what they might use in their own writing. #G2great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#G2Great That is lovely.

2BernK Jul 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A5: I use our read aloud picture books as models for writers in workshop every day. "Your writing reminds me of..." is so powerful #G2Great

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5 #g2great Read alouds are springboards for free-write journals. Ss love to tryout author/illustrator styles and ideas. Then they share!

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5. Have to love it when S can't stop reading or writing to go to lunch /recess! #g2Great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#g2great A5 and if you write, then you are likely to read with more awareness of the writer's craft.

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I do both. I read w/ them & sometimes I conference w/them. What we give our time to shows our priorities. #G2great

In reply to @pedagogilist, @SHKrajewski

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5 Model an appreciation for the nuances of good writing & how good authors ignite our thinking when we read their words! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Right work smarter! Make the learning even more powerful #G2Great

In reply to @AWHoffer, @JSerravallo

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Or put their names on charts with writers and let them know what great company they're in. #G2Great

In reply to @2BernK

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Just as we do as adult writers Greg. We want them to understand writing from an insiders perspective! #G2great

GregKubisak Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A5 Students read with an eye for what they might use in their own writing. #G2great

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Have you read The Art of X-Ray Reading by @RoyPeterClark? You'd love it! #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1, @RoyPeterClark

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

When teachers read & write, students do, too. When we talk, we know what usually happens... #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I watch this happen every year. You can't "unknow" those craft moves & you find them everywhere. #g2great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#g2great A5 and if you write, then you are likely to read with more awareness of the writer's craft.

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5) Actually had several Ss email me what they are reading this summer & one who wrote a story & wanted me to read it! #G2great So wonderful

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#G2Great I agree. Sts need to get in the habit of reading like anything else.

In reply to @pedagogilist

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: I love the use of mentor text in wrtg lessons and then keeping them in bins for students to reference during wrtg workshop. #g2great

DrBrandiMassey Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5 love when Ss realize in their rdg how they can use the text as a mentor text for their own writing #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

That's why teachers need to write @TeachWriteEDU #G2Great

In reply to @BobProbst, @TeachWriteEDU

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A5: kids choose to read books their classmates have authored, they reference mentor authors, write and discuss opinions of books #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 It’s so essential to leave room for students to design a notebook that works for them. Offer options in every respect. #G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3 We learn about Ss interests. How they challenge themselves. Do they have pile of books to read? How they select books & more. #G2great

lynnahagen Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Hi #G2Great! Lynn from Columbia MO joining late!

Jmitch462 Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We have to share when we are disengaged with a book. Ss need to hear our human struggles with texts too, so they know we are real! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Yes, we have to experience what we want them to do. We have to face our own challenges hangups and joy. Authenticity is underrated, #G2Great
- ProfessorNana Jul 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
  
  I am the model for them. They see me R/W and talk about it. Even with grad Ss online. #G2Great
  In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I love when they recognize something in their reading that they purposefully use in their writing. #G2great

In reply to @GregKubisak

pattyvreilly Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A5: Show connections through audience and purpose. We write to engage a reader and read to interact with a writer. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q6: since we pretended our freshmen class was a working office building this year Ss created websites analyzing their growth as... #G2Great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A5 With read alouds my kinders wondered about the authors& we talked about how they too are writers. Some went for it like a magnet #G2great

adamddrummond Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6 bound portfolio. Share out, have students self assess growth and set goals. #G2Great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#g2great Have to run. Hope you all have a great weekend, when it gets here.

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A5 Show Ss how to read as W.What does the wrtr do that u might try in your wrtg?Teach them to be intentional.#G2Great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Noticing craft in story creates a pathway to writing. Love asking Ss to find a part they loved so much they want imitate. #g2great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A5: @JSerravallo pts out that we can merge goals ex: identifying character traits in rdg, incorporating character traits into wrtg #g2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6: Many purposes Try new ideas. Record gems. Try another way. Talk w/ partner. Goal setting. To breathe life into R & W. #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Great question! #G2Great

In reply to @TheSammer88, @LindaMRief

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

No but I really like How to Write Short. I'll look for a copy. Thanks. #G2Great

In reply to @cfraser150, @RoyPeterClark

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A6.Our notebooks help us make our thinking visible-about the books we read,the stories we want to tell. #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Students need to make that notebook their own. It's their "safe space" to struggle with ideas and make mistakes. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 The readers/writers notebook is the real work. I keep them myself. I use them every day show my Ss their growth through them. #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 Notebooks, above all, need to be useful for Ss. Model variety of ways to take notes & push deeper thinking. Prioritize process #G2Great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I think this is something I (we) need to practice as Ts. I need to do the writing about reading work I am asking of my Ss #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q5 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Thank you so much for an incredible live event Bob and for joining #G2great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#g2great Have to run. Hope you all have a great weekend, when it gets here.

genevie79cr Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I definitely agree with this. It's a special feeling when a student shares their reading with you. #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A3 I find that when I see a kid choose a book if I follow with “Why’d you choose this one?” I learn much about the kid. #g2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#g2great A6: My Ss love using blogging @KidblogDotOrg to record their writing over time. Ntbks become more of a play area.

fahaley Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A5: When we create an atmosphere of excitement, students clamor to read writing to each other, look things up, can't wait to share #G2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 Our notebooks track our reading thinking, are tools for meaningful talk, idea banks & places to practice the craft of writing. #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

It gives kids a voice. Let's them vent, feel heard, get their thoughts out & notify you to issues if necessary. #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6 #g2great We keep reading journals where students and I write notes back and forth about their reading. They turn it in to me once a week

In reply to @hayhurst3, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

LL_Smiles Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Use it evrydy. Have st revisit & mine notebooks. Have st find their favs & share with a partner. Have st write reflect on entries. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

2BernK Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Agree! I'm moving to our middle school next year and they are separate. It's not what I'm used to from elementary...concerning...#G2Great

In reply to @hapyeaster, @KyleneBeers

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@LindaMRief: Thanks for all your brilliance. You make us each better. @BobProbst and I have to run. Take care all! #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A5In the wrtg we read, we look at, talk out all we notice the wrtr did- craft moves- and what that does for the rdr. ?#G2Great

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A5: I try to use what they know about reading to solve writing struggles; and the opposite. #G2great

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A6:authentic data collection tool that shows growth over time in THEIR time. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q6 cont: ...shown in their reader/writer notebooks. These e-portfolios will go on their resumes 4 college. https://t.co/YeVFsMLEZP #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#G2Great Same dynamic in r ms journalism class where we r an office becuz we r writing a real time on line newspaper https://t.co/RMN5CtKmVS

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q6: since we pretended our freshmen class was a working office building this year Ss created websites analyzing their growth as... #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Jack Gantos has good notebook ideas on website. Fabulous author and speaker. #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

I use Daybooks (Don Murray) where students write across the day in one space to reflect, question, note, opine & think on the page. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 After time passes, looking over old writing & cringing at mistakes you made can be a huge wake up call for current writing #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

You have great ideas Erika #G2Great

In reply to @eolvey, @LindaMRief, @brennanamy, @DrMaryHoward

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 notebooks are a central place to keep thoughts, ideas, Learning moments, and input. They're practical & utilized to show growth. #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#g2great I'll be honest and say I haven't managed to grasp the true power of notebooks yet. Working on it this summer. Last year=hot mess 😝

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Writing share motivates writers. Readers are motivated by the experience of getting closer to the writer. They have to be together. #g2great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5- Have flexibility between Reading & Writing Workshop. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

That is excellent - Ss need to see and participate in the real world application. They need to learn to be leaders and innovators #g2great

In reply to @soulsdna

lynnahagen Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 We use our NBs to play a lot. My HS kids don't get to do that often. :( #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#G2Great Don't sweat it, I am 51 and I cringe 12 hours after I have written something

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 After time passes, looking over old writing & cringing at mistakes you made can be a huge wake up call for current writing #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 If Ss keep a notebook, Ts should keep a notebook too. Explore how you use this tool. Bring it back to the classroom. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 Writers-Readers notebook should be viewed as a reflection/thinking tool rather than a task for grades or we devalue the intent. #G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 Kids and parents are so surprised at their growth. They come to realize that there is a point to all this reading and writing. #g2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Another idea from @girlworld4 is "taking a line for a walk." #MTWP17 #g2great

In reply to @jarhartz, @girlworld4

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A5Once Ss see & understand craft moves they write w/intent. I ask Ss to pay attn. to what a wrtr does as they read& impact on rdr..#G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6: We use writer's notebooks daily. Many Ss filled two or more notebooks w/writing. We write. We share. We think. We reflect. #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A6 On the flip side, re-reading something you wrote that works is a huge morale boost & gives guidance on how to approach a piece #G2Great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A6 After time passes, looking over old writing & cringing at mistakes you made can be a huge wake up call for current writing #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2great I held a book tasting in the school library & the parents started flooding me /emails bc their child LOVED it so much! Win-Win!

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A5: We always read w/writing. Use LOTS of mentor texts, author studies, craft lessons, to help Ss writing. #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

From day one, I want my students to see that their notebooks equal freedom. They can collect fav passages, study, and imitate. #G2Great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think we need to keep in mind W/R notebooks can be messy and imperfect. #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I don't currently use a WRN, we have separate notebooks. Hoping to find some inspiration NOW for a merger! #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Notebooks are my favorite tool to use in the middle school classroom! #g2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

AND this is all about Certification and sometimes TIME! Yet sports gets MORE practice time w/o complaint or question! #G2Great

KyleneBeers Jul 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A5 Start by making sure that reading isn’t one class and ELA another. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2Great Indeed

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A6 On the flip side, re-reading something you wrote that works is a huge morale boost & gives guidance on how to approach a piece #G2Great
- TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  A6 After time passes, looking over old writing & cringing at mistakes you made can be a huge wake up call for current writing #G2Great

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A4 Album cover granddaughter created. "It's going down. I'm yelling timber." Kids crave choice to create their own wrtg. #g2great

DrBrandiMassey Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 rdg/writing notebooks grow as Ss need them via conferences & small groups based upon indiv Ss data #g2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: I like to think of writer's notebook as a writing playground. It's a place to experiment and grow. #g2great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

LOVE this idea! Stealing this idea! #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2great I held a book tasting in the school library & the parents started flooding me /emails bc their child LOVED it so much! Win-Win!

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 It's amazing to see the growth from the beginning to the end of the year! #notebooksforalmostallsubjects #punctuationexists #G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Good ?. You do this through keeping focus on Ss. If Ss are engaged & own their learning, they will blow standards out of ballpark. #g2great

In reply to @val_lolly2721

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I'm always borrowing time from one or the other-there is a fluidity to the process which helps kids see connections between the 2 #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A5- Have flexibility between Reading & Writing Workshop. #G2Great

pattyvreilly Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: Notebooks are authentic tools for reading, writing, and thinking. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

These work great. I've done that too. #G2Great

In reply to @ktkelly14

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

For sure. #G2Great

BobProbst Jul 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#g2great A5 and if you write, then you are likely to read with more awareness of the writer's craft.

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

The social aspect of this makes it real an valuable for kiddos #g2great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Writing share motivates writers. Readers are motivated by the experience of getting closer to the writer. They have to be together. #g2great

fahaley Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6: "This is where you were. Here's where you are. Look at all you've done! How far can you go?" No limits! #G2great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6 Also it's a point of care. When I keep a portfolio for my kids they can see that they and their growth matter to me. #g2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I share my messy and imperfect notebook so they see how. #g2great

In reply to @writeguyjeff

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I wrote a poem/rap that I was super proud of in Nov. I recently reread & immediately thought of ways to tweak. Writing is infinite #G2Great

In reply to @soulsdna

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6I ask Ss to look thru WRN & find places that show growth. Things noticed in rdg?Wrtg ideas building?What do u notice about self? #G2Great

flynn_catherine Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

And make sure Ss know notebooks are a place for their "first-draft" thinking! #G2great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think we need to keep in mind W/R notebooks can be messy and imperfect. #G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Currently our separate notebooks house anything & everything related to reading & writing. Quick writes, pebbles, books read, tbr. #g2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

We celebrate the messiness! At first, my Ss thought I was crazy! #G2great

In reply to @writeguyjeff

guerrette79 Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6: I emphasize permission when Ss use notebooks--no wrong about it, lots and lots of right. I/we celebrate "mess" & attempts. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

SHOULD be messy and imperfect! No erasing allowed. Teach Ss how to cross off and keep going! #G2Great

In reply to @writeguyjeff

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Oh yes, yes, yes! They should be a way to express oneself and find oneself not another assignment to grade & pick apart! #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

But not all get to reading/writing in the same way or pace. My caveate as we work w/Sts. Reflect often https://t.co/zPxXKVF1qK #g2great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I am so glad to @writeguyjeff here! #g2great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think we need to keep in mind W/R notebooks can be messy and imperfect. #G2Great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

love that idea. #g2great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2great I held a book tasting in the school library & the parents started flooding me /emails bc their child LOVED it so much! Win-Win!

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6: Notebooks help us to see where we’ve come from, how much we’ve grown, where we might go next. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#G2Great @StephenKing in ON writing says to go on a 3 day kayak trip when u finish a 1st draft and leave it alone 4 a while

In reply to @TheSammer88, @StephenKing

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6I read the Ss WRN every 2 weeks, asking questions, giving suggestions. Pointing out places to build on wrtg.#G2Great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

The social aspect is valuable for everyone. We wouldn't have blogs and books if this wasn't true. Audience matters. #g2great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
The social aspect of this makes it real an valuable for kiddos #g2great
- literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  Writing share motivates writers. Readers are motivated by the experience of getting closer to the writer. They have to be together. #g2great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#g2great A6 The Author's Apprentice by @VMeigsK has amazing ideas for WNB challenges. Working to pattern new ideas from it now!

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A6 Love the idea that kids can see their own growth over time and articulate subtle changes they've made to become more proficient #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 If we ask kids to keep a notebook we need to do the same as we model it’s authentic use in our own lives. #G2Great

JKarabinas Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Jumping in and out of #g2great #readwriteteach tonight - battling a 4 yo who will. Not. Stay. In. Bed. Hi @LindaMRief! Hi everyone!

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yes! Let them be messy! And please don’t GRADE them! #G2Great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think we need to keep in mind W/R notebooks can be messy and imperfect. #G2Great

staceyreeder Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 R-W notebooks are a window into our Ss minds. Notebooks lead to powerful 1:1 conferences, S reflection & goal setting! #G2Great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My NB goes everywhere w/me. I'm on NB #73. Been keeping notebooks since 1982. I show my 1st on to my Ss. They love it! #g2great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

It is my favorite trio of pictures from this year... the anticipation of a reader getting to that "really funny" part. #g2great

In reply to @mandymtaylor, @CTWritingProj

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6:as I reflect back on notebooks in my room this year, I'm struck by how valuable they were for showing Ss their growth mindset. #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Just started it after you suggested it! LOVE IT! #G2Great

In reply to @Mrs_J_of_EAMS, @VMeigsK

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#G2Great AWWW

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

It is my favorite trio of pictures from this year... the anticipation of a reader getting to that "really funny" part. #g2great
In reply to @mandymtaylor, @CTWritingProj

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#G2great Writers notebooks are a reflection of the Ss & your classroom with what is happening in the Ss lives. It should NOT be perfect!

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

So important for Ss to see the PROCESS - can't believe how many of my HSers assumed English Ts are perfect writers who don't draft #g2great

In reply to @Mhaseltine, @writeguyjeff

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yours are beautiful and i love that you share them with us too Michelle! #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My NB goes everywhere w/me. I'm on NB #73. Been keeping notebooks since 1982. I show my 1st on to my Ss. They love it! #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Favorite tweet of the night. #G2Great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I've done this several times. My Ss loved this and always asked for more. #g2great

In reply to @donohoe_kitty

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

YES! What a disaster if W/R notebooks have to be neat and tidy! Evolution of thinking and organization is important to see! #G2Great

writeguyjeff Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I think we need to keep in mind W/R notebooks can be messy and imperfect. #G2Great

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6: my 2nd graders use a reading notebook to jot, sketch and write longer- esp. during RA. Would like to try the same for writing #G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I learned this from you- the WN is not static, it is living breathing evidence of who we are and how we are growing. #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A6I ask Ss to look thru WRN & find places that show growth. Things noticed in rdg?Wrtg ideas building?What do u notice about self? #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Hi friend! So happy to see you even in and out :] #G2great

JKarabinas Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Jumping in and out of #g2great #readwriteteach tonight - battling a 4 yo who will. Not. Stay. In. Bed. Hi @LindaMRief! Hi everyone!

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6. Moving into the notebooks as mobile devices. Keep with you at all times, inspiration may strike. #g2great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Yes! Students need to see our notebooks, and we need to write in front of them. They need to know we are not perfect. #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

So important for Ss to see the PROCESS - can't believe how many of my HSers assumed English Ts are perfect writers who don't draft #g2great
In reply to @Mhaseltine, @writeguyjeff

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I use a teacher notebook and have students with their own notebook. I think modeling is so important! #g2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#G2great Q7

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Congratulations @MisterAMisterA you won a copy of @LindaMRief fabulous book! Thank you @HeinemannPub DM your address, please! #g2great

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I am a notebook wannabe! I try so hard but I can't past the perfection hang up! #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A6 If we ask kids to keep a notebook we need to do the same as we model it’s authentic use in our own lives. #G2Great

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Love what @writeguyjeff says re: messy/imperfect. Composition books should NOT be standardized. Color/Design means of knowing kid. #g2great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A6 It's about being transparent. WRN allow kids to see that mistakes happen and everyone makes then and we can ALL fix them. NBD #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 If we make immersion in reading/writing a priority then we’ll find a place of honor for it in every single day. THE END! #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

And what are the patterns and recurring topics. What happens when we just explore with our pen moving? #G2Great

In reply to @tara_smith5

mshellala Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Yes--the great Donald Murray said cross out and move on! #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1, @writeguyjeff

Mrsjeffriesfacs Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I agree, reflecting on your own writing can be a great boost and guide your next writing #g2great

In reply to @TheSammer88

jerhende Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Wish I could be apart of #G2Great 2night but moving to Seattle has me EXHAUSTED.Hope 2b back with y'all soon!You renew my teaching spirit <3

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#G2Great Never . we tall them to abandon the book, not just put it down if they don't like it

In reply to @MrsVandeborne, @spiraledu, @StephenKing

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Congratulations Jason! @MisterAMisterA #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Congratulations @MisterAMisterA you won a copy of @LindaMRief fabulous book! Thank you @HeinemannPub DM your address, please! #g2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Thanks, Mary. It's funny when I look at them, I see messy. It's all about perspective, isn't it? #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I think it would be better if they created their own based on their need-to-know's and want-to-know's. #g2great

In reply to @traviszinnel, @val_lolly2721

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@FletcherRalph calls that "greenbelt" writing. #runningfree #g2Great

In reply to @lynnahagen, @FletcherRalph

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A fun and practical thing I like to do is show them how I draft and return to emails (not real ones 😜, unless w/ permission) #g2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#g2Great A7: Immersion is what we do!

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

However, that being said. . .I DO believe the black and white marble composition books bespeaks a sense of tradition. Stability. #g2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I cure them of that quickly when they see some of my first draft writing. #G2great

In reply to @MisterAMisterA, @writeguyjeff

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#g2Great Had a HS S facebook message me about Wonder coming out in the theaters bc she remembered we read it & became vested together.

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#G2Great Love em

PaulWHankins Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

However, that being said. . .I DO believe the black and white marble composition books bespeaks a sense of tradition. Stability. #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7 Reading &writing, talking about reading&writing are what my students expect to do in our classroom everyday. Our way of life! #G2Great

LiteracyBatman Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A7) Through accessibility of materials, motivation, discussion, validation of their voice/journey, and the power of choice. #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7 By making reading and writing something they want to do. When we let students share ownership with us we make this possible. #G2Great

HeinemannPub Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Want to hear even more from @LindaMRief? You can catch her on the Heinemann Podcast here: https://t.co/BYMxbiGNhi #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7 Immersion = steady flow of conversation - That reminds me of...I tried to...Let's return to...Read this next...I wonder how...#G2Great

PegGrafwallner Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7 As Instruc Coach/Rdg Spec,I'm in all disciplines all day. I modeled wrtng lsn in phy ed. T & I collaborated; Ss saw connections! #g2great

mollienye72 Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7:celebrate books, celebrate authors, immerse Ss in writing experiences and model the JOY both bring to our lives. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Writing notebooks should be places of process and discovery. Best work happens when we get surprised by something we write. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

It seems to me that messy is the goal unless you’re VERY artistic. It’s about capturing thinking & mess does not nicely :] #G2great

Mhaseltine Jul 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Thanks, Mary. It's funny when I look at them, I see messy. It's all about perspective, isn't it? #G2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7. by MAKING time, precious, sacred, carved out, non negotiable TIME TO READ AND WRITE. #G2great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A6: My mantra for the W/R notebook is: What Would Linda Do? "Let the line lead you.." *lots of writing mentors *lots of choice #G2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7: Live a readerly and writerly life. Makes me a "time miser" as I protect S time! #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

We decorate new ones each year. #G2Great

In reply to @PaulWHankins

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A7I make sure Ss are surrounded w/books,keep WRN, read daily, write daily, & talk daily about all we notice as WR.#G2Great

pedagogilist Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Thank you! It's on the calendar #G2great 😀

HeinemannPub Jul 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Every Thursday night at 8:30p eastern time.
In reply to @pedagogilist

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Adults do not confine conversation about R & W into one time in the day. Classrooms where literacy is alive bubble w/ booktalk. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#G2Great A7 writing every day. Critical, creative, poetry, something

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7As a team(LA,SS,Sc,math,sp.ed)we meet daily & talk out what we r each doing to ensure W&R of many genres, issues, &formats. #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Time Miser - what a gift we give kids when we are willing to do that. Protected minutes for what matters! #G2great

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A7: Live a readerly and writerly life. Makes me a "time miser" as I protect S time! #g2Great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  
  Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7- It is a part of everything we do across the entire day. #G2Great

Mrsjeffriesfacs Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I'm constantly sharing my latest reads with https://t.co/72pkmNQ7PZ your idea of a consistent look for outside the door #g2great

In reply to @SHKrajewski

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

There is always that one student though...neat and orderly even in their messy writing. #G2great

In reply to @DrMaryHoward

Hahne_KingEle Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Surround your classroom with multiple opportunities to enhance their learning w/ reading & writing. Immerse yourself. #g2great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

"Let the line lead you" stayed with me since my time at Boothbay years ago-we need to teach our kids to trust the process. #G2Great

SaraKAhmed Jul 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A6: My mantra for the W/R notebook is: What Would Linda Do? "Let the line lead you.." *lots of writing mentors *lots of choice #G2great
- hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
  
  Q6 #G2Great @LindaMRief @brennanamy @DrMaryHoward

lynnahagen Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@FletcherRalph influenced me greatly as a MS teacher. HAD to bring all that to HS! Experimenting is so key for all grades! #G2Great

In reply to @vrkimmel, @FletcherRalph, @FletcherRalph

eolvey Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

And make the connections for them, esp in lower el. They usually notice the conn between the 2 and it makes for great dialogue. #g2great

In reply to @joanneduncanjo

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

I have rarely said no 2 a book my 12-year old wants 2 read. Instinctively, 13 Reasons was one. Had great convos about that, first. #g2great

In reply to @soulsdna

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

If @suzrolander were here tonight her quote mirror would be FILLED! #G2great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Adults do not confine conversation about R & W into one time in the day. Classrooms where literacy is alive bubble w/ booktalk. #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#G2Great But never Villette ever. again.

In reply to @spiraledu, @MrsVandeborne, @StephenKing

fahaley Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7: Key word=immersed. Routines & planning are essential for ensuring enough time. Less of me, more of them. #G2great

mrbgilson Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3-asked student why this year they read more than ever. "Because you let me choose and I didn't have to pass a test to read it" #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 ACCESS! The classroom library is the heart and soul of the room & ensures that we are getting books in their hands. #G2Great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q7: If it is a priority, it stays at the top of the list. #g2great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7I work at learning digital tools- our Ss’ world now: they turn wrtg into video; will try padlet&tools for posting info from Ss .#G2Great

jarredamato Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

My students & I started @ProjectLITComm to increase access to high-quality, culturally relevant 📚 & spread a ❤️ of reading #G2great

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

If we want kids to be better readers/writers, to live readerly/writerly lives we must fight for protected time to do so, IN SCHOOL. #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 If Ss are engaged w/ reading & writing within the classroom, the times will force themselves to exist. There's no way they can't #G2Great

maryannesacco Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7: our first family gathering is for a book talk around a summer read aloud. Sends a message early on, this is what we value daily #g2great

LiteracyBatman Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7) This quote is everything #G2Great

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I have the undergrads use them too even though they are skeptical at first - they love them by the end of the semester! #g2great

In reply to @vrkimmel

LL_Smiles Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Listening 2 Ss. Thy alwys wnt 2 be immersed in r&w abt wht they care abt. Genre doesn't matter when u r intrstd in the sub mattr. #g2great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q7 @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @LindaMRief #G2Great

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#g2great A7 By making that time sacrosanct. "Never a day w/o a line," never a day w/o a book!

literacybigkids Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Kids can't read if they don't have access to books. #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 ACCESS! The classroom library is the heart and soul of the room & ensures that we are getting books in their hands. #G2Great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A6 IPad or iPhone = "notebook" I reflect on my blog. Ks often saw me jot down ah-ha moments on paper or device & asked what I wrote #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7I am not afraid to say to Ss, I have no idea how to do this digitally. Show me how to do this. I continually learn from my kids.#G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

And that’s why we want to keep the door open to what works. Penny Kittle are a work of art - mine are scribbles legible only to me #G2great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

There is always that one student though...neat and orderly even in their messy writing. #G2great
In reply to @DrMaryHoward

franmcveigh Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

So love when something I start ends up in a totally different way ... Except when I need it tomorrow. Always better 2nd go round! #G2Great

In reply to @MelanieMeehan1

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7: I do my best to keep both writing and reading engaging. Ask questions, get feedback, notice if students are paying attention. #g2great

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7: A simple stop and jot has so much importance, as it promotes thought and reflection and gets Ss ready to share their thoughts #g2great

cfraser150 Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

This is a great idea! #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#G2great I held a book tasting in the school library & the parents started flooding me /emails bc their child LOVED it so much! Win-Win!

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

My Ss begin each class reading a book of their choice. Then book talk, notebook time or mini-lesson next. Always time for both! #G2Great

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#G2Great I am def going to get kids to annotate w #Booksnaps this year and respond 2 texts with @flipgrid

AWHoffer Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A7: A simple stop and jot has so much importance, as it promotes thought and reflection and gets Ss ready to share their thoughts #g2great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Love this! LOL! #g2great

In reply to @PaulWHankins

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 We show we value reading/writing in their lives AND ours by sharing our reading/writing live & using theirs as our springboard. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Words to keep you thinking and talking don't let the conversation end tonight! Thank you @LindaMRief you created all this! #G2Great

dubioseducator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Love thoughts shared at #G2Great Summer months don't mean we stop thinking about the Sts we teach! You all rock!

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

That being said, one of the best ways to see Ss write daily is an ungraded quickwrite. No matter the topic, it's good to get loose #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

My best writing has happened when I wasn't sure what I was going to say. Writing helps clarify thoughts. #importanttoknow #G2Great

In reply to @franmcveigh

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

We use the marble composition books - only rule is don't tear out pages. Sometimes we mine our 'rough' writing for gems to polish #g2great

In reply to @eolvey

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

So appreciative! Thanks @HeinemannPub ! ❤️ you guys! #g2great

In reply to @hayhurst3, @HeinemannPub, @LindaMRief, @DrMaryHoward, @brennanamy, @HeinemannPub

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Entice young writers with colorful pens. A small gesture goes a long way #G2Great

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I always ask Ss if they had an "a-ha" moment that they would like to share or tell me about. They love that. #G2great

In reply to @dubioseducator

MsKathyNapier Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7 Joining late from Qc! I honour the RW notebook by encouraging them to write in either language or instruction or first language #G2Great

jarhartz Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

What Ss care about. That is the key! #g2great

In reply to @LL_Smiles

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yes! I do the same with high schoolers and use colored pencils. It works! #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3

guerrette79 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A7: Part of ensuring Ss are immersed in reading&writing is making place for & honoring their choices as individual rdrs & writers. #G2Great

SpSahDas1 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#G2Great Only foolish people worship other gods. Seen:👇👇👇👇 👉 #जीने_की_राह https://t.co/AYO8XLERLG

soulsdna Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#G2Great When we annotate the kids love 2 color code like green 4 setting etc. They get into it!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Entice young writers with colorful pens. A small gesture goes a long way #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Teachers are unafraid to learn abashedly #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7I am not afraid to say to Ss, I have no idea how to do this digitally. Show me how to do this. I continually learn from my kids.#G2Great

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Thank you @LindaMRief for the gift of your teaching wisdom. You inspire me to give it my all every teaching day. #G2Great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yes! I love that part of my work! #G2Great

pranikoff Jul 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A7 Adults do not confine conversation about R & W into one time in the day. Classrooms where literacy is alive bubble w/ booktalk. #G2Great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I budget for packs of Flair pens. Good pens send powerful messages. #G2Great

In reply to @hayhurst3

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I'm grateful for being part of this team w/@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward for all the friends and colleagues who inspire me every day! #G2Great

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q7: Whether we have 45, 60, or 90 min with our kiddos, it's never enough time. Every second counts. Make it real and make it matter #G2Great

jdsniadecki Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A7: “What they said.” #g2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I couldn’t agree more! Pretty amazing team work bringing #G2great to life each week!

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I'm grateful for being part of this team w/@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward for all the friends and colleagues who inspire me every day! #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

This is inspiring me so much that I can't wait to really open up more possibilities with Ss this fall for R/W notebooks! #G2Great

Mrsjeffriesfacs Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5: love creating text sets to allow students the freedom of choice in what they read #G2great

MelanieMeehan1 Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Thank you #g2great. Always such an inspiring chat! Enjoy the weekend!

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Join #G2great next week as we discuss The Coach Approach to Leadership w/Jessica, Shira & Kathy @PrincipalJ @shiraleibowitz @KathyPerret

LoringandSmith Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

My Ss LOVED to take their notes in colorful pens. It kept them so engaged, and their notes were pretty! haha #G2great

In reply to @hayhurst3

Mrs_J_of_EAMS Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes! The ❤ of everything we do. My library is my go-to for everything from lessons to mentor texts to counseling...it does it all! #G2great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A7 ACCESS! The classroom library is the heart and soul of the room & ensures that we are getting books in their hands. #G2Great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

One of my decorated marbleized notebooks. #g2great

In reply to @Teachr4, @PaulWHankins

vrkimmel Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

What a great meeting of the minds tonight--so much wisdom and insight. Thank You @LindaMRief @DrMaryHoward @hayhurst3 @brennanamy #g2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

and it lets us see the process. #G2Great

In reply to @eolvey

tara_smith5 Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thanks @DrMaryHoward @brennanamy @hayhurst3 for another powerful hour of learning-even with very slow upstate NY internet! #G2Great

joanneduncanjo Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A7- Make sure ALL Ss have access to meaning. Some Ss may be reading illustrations, noticing & naming details to gain understanding. #G2Great

SHKrajewski Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Our PLN is a wonderful thing! Thanks everyone, especially @LindaMRief, for a wonderful chat! #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I'm grateful for being part of this team w/@brennanamy @DrMaryHoward for all the friends and colleagues who inspire me every day! #G2Great

DrMaryHoward - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Beautiful Margaret! #G2great

MargaretGSimon Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

One of my decorated marbleized notebooks. #g2great
In reply to @Teachr4, @PaulWHankins

Teachr4 Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

"getting loose" with our writing - I LOVE that! #g2great

TheSammer88 Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

That being said, one of the best ways to see Ss write daily is an ungraded quickwrite. No matter the topic, it's good to get loose #G2Great

ElisaW5 Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I love that - Choice develops voice. I heard you say that on the FB live video tonight and it has really stuck with me. #g2Great

In reply to @KyleneBeers

ktkelly14 Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

We also use it across subject areas to #smugglewriting w/strategies from our book to deepen understanding! #g2great https://t.co/IWJpdZoH1a

In reply to @eolvey

MisterAMisterA Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q7 cont: & not to the CLASS but to every single individual student. Make real relationships & weave the English/life skills through #G2Great

donohoe_kitty Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I like the idea of not perfect messy notebooks- leaves room for creativity to grow- not so controlled! #G2Great

mrskaydentague Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thank you #g2great! Wonderful chat. Loved the conversation!!! #lifelonglearning

brenkrupp Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Favorite quote - thx for a great chat #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Words to keep you thinking and talking don't let the conversation end tonight! Thank you @LindaMRief you created all this! #G2Great

lynnahagen Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A7 How can we not read & write daily in class? It's the heart of our work as ELA teachers. Time in class matters! #G2Great

LindaMRief Jul 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Thank YOU. I actually think everyone on this did. Tt work so hard and are so smart. Thanks to all, so many great ideas. #G2Great

hayhurst3 - Moderator Jul 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Words to keep you thinking and talking don't let the conversation end tonight! Thank you @LindaMRief you created all this! #G2Great