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judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

1) Welcome to #ELLCHAT Please tell us your name and what and where you teach.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good evening, #ELLCHAT Tonight @judiehaynes will be joining us from the #TESOL17 conference in Seattle. Are you are there? I’ll be tomorro

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judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT Please tell us your name and what and where you teach.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I'm joining you from Seattle, WA where I'm presenting at TESOL 2017. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT and an author/consultant on ELLs/DLLs in early childhood - from eastern PA

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Tonight we are discussing how school and public libraries support ELLs. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1) Please tell us your name and what and where you teach, #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Shaeley, K12 ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa. Glad to be talking about libraries on #ELLChat tonight.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A!) Judie Haynes, author and professional development provider, former K-6 ESL teacher. Co-Moderator of #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) Carol Salva, I teach newcomers & #SIFE Ss in High School, Houston, Tx. #ellchat

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Mr. C from Ann Arbor, MI. EL Teacher K-5. #ELLchat

AssignmentHelpN Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat 10 Things you Need to Spring Clean Right Now https://t.co/7AJrA5H3xE

massignmenthelp Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat 5 Signs Indicate that you Need to Hire Online Math Tutor https://t.co/KM38333Kxz

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q2) How does your district support ELLs in the school library? #ELLCHAT

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#ellchat

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#SIOPModel will be there! SIOP author Dr. Short speaks on Thurs & Sat. Come find us @ the Pearson booth, too, for mini sessions & giveaways!

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I'll stop by! #ELLCHAT

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:11 PM EDT
#ellchat
- SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:10 PM EDT
  
  #SIOPModel will be there! SIOP author Dr. Short speaks on Thurs & Sat. Come find us @ the Pearson booth, too, for mini sessions & giveaways!

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) Resource: 10 Ways to Support ELLs in the School Library https://t.co/TnTnCSSaL9 #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2- Buying book requests is one support. #ellchat

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) Great librarians! They work hard to support our ELs to find books they can read. We dream of a culturally responsive section. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 I often tell tchrs to order books in different languages but many districts require them to use library order system! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) Provide books in the languages of your students. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Our library is open after school for tech access & peer tutoring for #ELLs. #ellchat

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1) Jane from suburban Chicago. I teach middle school English learners. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 Tchrs can set up account at @FollettLearning Titlewave make shopping list by languages for librarian https://t.co/masd89Qh3O #ELLCHAT

In reply to @FollettLearning

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I was in a district where the library stayed open until 6 PM so that Middle & HS students could do homework in the library. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Our library is open after school for tech access & peer tutoring for #ELLs. #ellchat

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Anyone have experience with @EpicKidsBooks? They have books in many languages and support ELs who might not have L1 in the library. #ellchat

In reply to @EpicKidsBooks

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 in Follett TitleWave, search by age, language, topic & build a list then send the link for librarian to add to Follett purchase #ELLCHAT

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#ellchat Hi, sorry for popping in late. Brenda Fry, teacher-librarian from Lansdowne, PA

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2) Our school librarian buys books in Spanish. She takes requests from Ss and buys those books for the 'brar. #ellchat

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2) Support parents by inviting them into the library and encouraging them to read with their children in their language #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) In the early elem grades, librarians read stories to classes. They need to know some ESL teaching methods. #ELLCHAT (use visuals)

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#ellchat I have books in Spanish and I try to have a multicultural section too. Right now we are reading fairy tales from around the world

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Saw an article about a school that had this idea. T would prep Ss with background knowledge and P would come read in L1. #ellchat

In reply to @SIOPModel

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Great to have a librarian with us tonight! #ELLCHAT

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#ellchat Hi, sorry for popping in late. Brenda Fry, teacher-librarian from Lansdowne, PA

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Yes! We are ALL teachers of English learners! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) In the early elem grades, librarians read stories to classes. They need to know some ESL teaching methods. #ELLCHAT (use visuals)

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3) What books and resources does your library provide specifically for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2) Our librarian has also purchased nonfiction books such as cookbooks from home country #ELLCHAT

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#ellchat for my ell kids, there are iPad apps I have them go on and use to support some of their language needs.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) Resource: Video on a welcoming Library - https://t.co/l1V2T2mp0P #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) Our library aims to have books that represent many cultures, many backgrounds, that tell stories from around the world. #Ellchat

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Books in students' native languages. Multicultural books are great, too, but not just for #ELLs #ELLChat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#ellchat A3: I have multicultural books, iPad apps, and websites where kids can read on-line in many languages.

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Same with our school library. We also have local high school students come and tutor after school. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Our library is open after school for tech access & peer tutoring for #ELLs. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3) I love this idea. Cookbooks and other nonfiction books about the home countries of ELLs. #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2) Our librarian has also purchased nonfiction books such as cookbooks from home country #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4) We are also lucky to have a District Library that provides many resources and programs for families of ELs! #ellchat

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3) We are also lucky to have a District Library that provides many resources and programs for families of ELs! #ellchat

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Haven't heard of this but will look into it. Thanks for the tip!#ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Anyone have experience with @EpicKidsBooks? They have books in many languages and support ELs who might not have L1 in the library. #ellchat
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SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Technology has so much to offer! As educators, our job is no longer to create resources but to curate them! #ellchat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#ellchat for my ell kids, there are iPad apps I have them go on and use to support some of their language needs.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) This is terrific. Lots of resources for ELLs. #ELLCHAT

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#ellchat A3: I have multicultural books, iPad apps, and websites where kids can read on-line in many languages.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

a3 Some tchrs say the library has lots of books in the languages of students but I don’t see them! Don’t just order - display them! #ELLCHAT

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Apps have so much to offer! This is why Andrea Rients will deliver "AppTastic! Awesome Apps for SIOP Success" at our nat'l conf! #ellchat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#ellchat for my ell kids, there are iPad apps I have them go on and use to support some of their language needs.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 I agree - librarians are important curators - not just multilingual resources - should be high quality! #ELLCHAT

SIOPModel Mar 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Technology has so much to offer! As educators, our job is no longer to create resources but to curate them! #ellchat
- BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  #ellchat for my ell kids, there are iPad apps I have them go on and use to support some of their language needs.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Q4) How have you worked with your community or town's public library to get resources or services for your students? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

We'll miss you Shaeley! #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I'm only there virtually (& vicariously through @MIDTESOL), so send lots of #TESOL17 tweets my way!
In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @judiehaynes, @MIDTESOL

ConsultJodi Mar 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

The easiest way to show students the books you get at the library, and tell them about it. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: We partner at least once per year for special ESL family night at our local library. Food, free books, & activities #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Our librarian has our Spanish books prominently displayed. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:29 PM EDT

a3 Some tchrs say the library has lots of books in the languages of students but I don’t see them! Don’t just order - display them! #ELLCHAT

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

totally agree! I try to gather the resources for the kids and put them in a @SymbalooEDU for easy access. #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @SymbalooEDU

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) Community Centered: 23 Reasons Why Your Library Is the Most Important Place in Town. https://t.co/8HgbkrfTVl #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 Maybe hold an event at the District Library for families of ELs to get acquainted with the resources? Promote going and learning #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 I promised secrets about working w/ public libraries. Article about the NEW librarian! https://t.co/kOqGjaISWw #ELLCHAT @wearealsc

In reply to @wearealsc

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4) We took a fielf trip to the neighborhood library 4 a presentation. Also held a #cardboardchallenge at local outreach center. #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Terrific idea! #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4 Maybe hold an event at the District Library for families of ELs to get acquainted with the resources? Promote going and learning #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) What's a cardboard challenge? #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4) We took a fielf trip to the neighborhood library 4 a presentation. Also held a #cardboardchallenge at local outreach center. #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 This secret has to get out: Association for Library Services for Children’s DIA - you won’t believe it! https://t.co/Fm3Mcdobei #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3) Our library has purchased many graphic novels for learning English. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Yes, the bookmobile! Our library's bookmobile has stops at schools across town. #ELLChat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @wearealsc

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 Libraries get funding to reach out to schools & #earlyed to bring diverse early literacy activities/materials #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Great idea! #ELLChat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I have cookbooks from different countries! Sometimes I have the spanish speaking kids give us lessons in their language.
In reply to @smcnd87

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Wonderful! Love that. #ellchat

In reply to @BrendaMcFry, @smcnd87

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A librarian from Santa Ana CA brought books to unaccompanied minors who were being held in detention centers. She's a hero! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Big Ways Libraries Can Fill in for Funding Gaps in Early Education https://t.co/ibJWsXQeBT #ELLCHAT #earlyed #ece @wearealsc

In reply to @wearealsc

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q5) What kind of PD do you think would be helpful for librarians and/or media specialists who work with ELLs? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 BUT - you may need to have a chat with the public library about not requiring info from immigrant families for library card #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Do you know about @LtlFreeLibrary There are many of these showing up in neighborhoods across my town. Books more accessible for all #ELLCHAT

In reply to @LtlFreeLibrary

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4) Good point! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 BUT - you may need to have a chat with the public library about not requiring info from immigrant families for library card #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 Library initiatives are providing $$ for special training for librarians - maybe THEY could help US! https://t.co/Fm3Mcdobei #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5) Little Free Library Website, https://t.co/f3BJiVRgMR #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: I want librarians to know some details about variety & diversity of #ELLs. Not "one size fits all." Stats for area helpful #ELLChat

TwitLiveEvents Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

March 20, 2017 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.

LawvLaw Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Joining late- A5 librarians should be trained in multicultural lit and refugee/asylee books and issues #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A #CardboardChallenge is a global event inspired by @CainesArcade. Evry child can be creative! https://t.co/UA08aS9jiQ #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes, @CainesArcade

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#ellchat I would like more open dialog and collaboration with ELL teachers. Suggestions for ways to support their kids when in library.

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Good point about refugee/asylee books! #ELLCHAT

LawvLaw Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Joining late- A5 librarians should be trained in multicultural lit and refugee/asylee books and issues #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Awesome idea! #ellchat

MsHarris94 Mar 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT

This past weekend I learned how to print on sticky notes!! Perfect for ELL students. "Good Job!" in Chinese #A2gether

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 I sometimes worry that librarians read their own literacy articles, don’t see what tchrs read - should be more sharing! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 I have co-presented w/ librarian at #NAEYC early childhood conf, and at American Library Assoc. conf - to build bridges #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Please share how! This is great! #ellchat

In reply to @MsHarris94

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5) I am fortunate to work with wonderful librarians and aides who want to learn more about our ELs. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Thanks for that info! What a wonderful experience this would be for ELLs. I'm going to write a blog about it. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 - right! like - Spanish is not all the same, and just because book LOOKS pretty doesn’t mean content is useful! #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: I want librarians to know some details about variety & diversity of #ELLs. Not "one size fits all." Stats for area helpful #ELLChat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#ellchat I have held collaboration meetings and shared resources with ELL teaches but they don't share info with me 😐

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5 I wonder how often college departments of library science, elementary ed, and ESL collaborate?? Should start there! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q6) What services or resources do you wish that your school or community library had for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: I think many librarians know more about #makerspace than I do. I'd like to learn from them. #ELLCHAT

smcnd87 Mar 20 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3) Our librarian used her personal 'brar card to get books in less-common languages from the Chicago Pub 'brar to let Ss read. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: My experience is if you want something, you should ask because you might get it! Increased awareness of what's already there! #ELLChat

BrendaMcFry Mar 20 @ 9:52 PM EDT

hands-on stuff and coding is another way I introduce things to my ELL kids. Gives them a positive feeling in lib. #ellchat

In reply to @HSeslteacher

LawvLaw Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 community outreach services, legal information, early lit activities for families. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 Maybe we can share this post Big Ideas for Finding Books for Preschool DLLs https://t.co/fEHEE8HvfB #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Agree! Most of the info about Makerspaces in my experience begins with the school librarian. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: I think many librarians know more about #makerspace than I do. I'd like to learn from them. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yes, concrete objects with #STEM connections are a perfect "in" with students, especially #ELLs. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @BrendaMcFry

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 Research - librarians are research geniuses - they could help us find rare languages, or unusual resources! #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 A day where new families learn how to use the library in general? Sometimes an invitation and some guidance means the world. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q6) What services or resources do you wish that your school or community library had for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 But I think it is time consuming for each tchr to find each librarian. Districts or counties should host meet-ups! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Have to leave #ELLCHAT a few minutes early tonight. See you all next week!

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I remember when I first learned how to use the library & got my library card. The world opened up to me and we went all the time! #ellchat

MrC_A2 Mar 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A6 A day where new families learn how to use the library in general? Sometimes an invitation and some guidance means the world. #ELLCHAT
- judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:50 PM EDT
  
  Q6) What services or resources do you wish that your school or community library had for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

So true - families from other countries or from refugee settings have no idea what to do in our libraries :( #ELLCHAT

In reply to @MrC_A2

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:56 PM EDT

My public library has done this. Important to include visuals & brief explanations for parents not as prof in English #ELLChat

In reply to @MrC_A2

EduGladiators Mar 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

🗓Mark your calendars! #EduGladiators wraps 4Cs of Success w/@jprofNB #ELLchat #USedchat #COLchat #tlap #TeacherEdChat #kinderchat #ksedchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Enjoy #TESOL17 I’ll be there soon! #ELLCHAT will be represented!

In reply to @judiehaynes

HSeslteacher Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6: Free WiFi & computer access is a big thing for some families that public library offers. Also books to learn Engl for parents #ELLchat

MsSalvac Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6) Our libraries have great services for our #ELLs. We just need to focus on getting their families there. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6 It would also be good to use public library as professional development resource for our bilingual teaching assistants #ELLCHAT