Welcome to #BmoreEdchat this evening! Thanks to @BooksBytesBlog for leading! Please intro yourself with your name and favorite book from middle/high school!
Hello, #bmoreedchat, Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, Minnesota. I remember enjoying King Arthur as a young person. That was a long time ago!
Rian here from #LaurelHighSchool! #SpecialEducation! My elbow partner shared that his favoriate book from High School was "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George Samuel Clason. #BmoreEdchat
Welcome to #BmoreEdchat this evening! Thanks to @BooksBytesBlog for leading! Please intro yourself with your name and favorite book from middle/high school!
A1: Harry Potter! I sobbed for two hours straight at the end of book 6 (ask @justincholbrook) about to start book 7!! No spoilers please!! #bmoreedchat
Good evening all! Greg- K, #TeamFelegy. Joining in for some time tonight. Hope all are well. Favorite book from high school would either be “Raisin in the Sun” or “The Great Gatsby.” #bmoreedchat
A1: Currently Reading Leading with Focus: Elevating the Essentials for School and District Improvement
by Michael J. Schmoker and Harry Potter series with my 9 yr old #BmoreEdchat
A2 I usually stick with the Newberys. Once I know a student, I recommend the ones that I think they will enjoy. Most girls get Penny from Heaven first. #bmoreedchat
In one of the most virulent ages of Islamophobia, a book about a young woman fighting against hate & finding her way made the NYT Best Seller list.
Hope is real.
And all of you made this possible.
And my heart is so full.
❤️❤️❤️
#BmoreEdchat A2: I haven’t done this, yet, but I would like to do a “book tasting” where students recommend books by creating trailers to pique others’ interest.
Pinterest is a great resource for book recommendations! I usually type in "books for kids that like Magic Tree House" (or Pokémon, princesses, etc) and get lots of great options! #bmoreedchat
A2: I spend time talking to kids and getting to know them. I then spend a lot of time in book stores browsing and buying. I also take recommendations from @megpshay and her team! #BmoreEdchat
#bmoreedchat A2. In the beginning of the school year, my mentor teacher did a "reading interest inventory" for each student to see what they were interested in. I would like to do this in my own classroom!
A2. I'm a big fan of letting students choose books based on their own interest. I will often accompany them to the classroom library and ask prompting questions about their interests and pick a few books for them to try out before they find the right "fit." #bmoreedchat#ED446
A2: I use @Pinterest when looking for books to recommend to students! I also use the Best Sellers lists on Barnes&Noble/ Amazon to see whats current in children's literature. Recently, I have been asking other teachers in the school and my fellow interns. #BmoreEdChat#ED446
#bmoreedchat A2 In the beginning of the school year, my mentor teacher did a "reading interest inventory" for each student. I would like to do this in my own classroom too!
A2. I really like following different teachers on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. Also, since I am in my internship placement I have been asking my mentor teacher for book recommendations for students! #bmoreedchat#ed446
A2. I'm a big fan of letting students choose books based on their own interest. I will often accompany them to the classroom library and ask prompting questions about their interests and pick a few books for them to try out before they find the right "fit." #bmoreedchat#ED446
A2: I enjoy following and reading blogs, so I like to get ideas for great children's books from various teacher blogs online, and my Grandmother who used to be a 4th grade teacher! #bmoreedchat#ed446
#bmoreedchat A2 In the beginning of the school year, my mentor teacher did a "reading interest inventory" for each student. I would like to do this in my own classroom too!
A2: I use @Pinterest when looking for books to recommend to students! I also use the Best Sellers lists on Barnes&Noble/ Amazon to see whats current in children's literature. Recently, I have been asking other teachers in the school and my fellow interns. #BmoreEdChat#ED446
Pinterest is phenomenal! So many wonderful ideas and resources available immediately. Have found countless ideas that I’ve used in my classroom over the last few years from Pinterest. #bmoreedchat
A2 I like to recommend books that I have enjoyed reading in the past! Also, I follow some teacher blogs/ instagrams that always post great book recommendations! #BmoreEdChat#ed446
Hello, to my friend @Craig_SPPS. We met twenty one years ago when I was an administrative intern and he was a 5th grade teacher. He’s now a great principal! #bmoreedchat
Pinterest is phenomenal! So many wonderful ideas and resources available immediately. Have found countless ideas that I’ve used in my classroom over the last few years from Pinterest. #bmoreedchat
A3 trends: 1. Socially important books, like The Hate You Give.
2. Books by authors whose books the students loved before, John Green's Turtle All the Way Down.
3. Manga series
4. The students in our school are all reading Black Eyed Susan nominees (Maryland).
#bmoreedchat
She asked the students if they prefer fiction/ nonfiction, what genres they enjoy, what they're favorite books/ series are, etc. She then went through each one and helped them find novels at their level in the classroom library to match those preferences! #bmoreedchat
Dear Dumb Diaries by @JimBenton Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dork Diaries Ghost, and various nonfiction, graphic novels, and soccer. Can't forget soccer. #bmoreedchat
Q5 - Great segue @justincholbrook - Do you use your state book award lists to inform what you are reading and/or recommending? Why or why not? #BmoreEdchat
Q4. Recently my female students have enjoyed epistolary type stories while my male students are beginning to trend towards books on different historical figures such as Milton Hershey for example. #bmoreedchat
A4- My Ss last year especially loved Mo Willems’ books. When they would have library/media, a number of my students would check out Willems’ books. Fun! #bmoreedchat
A2: I will ask students what they are interested in and then find books online through goodreads or barnes & noble based off their interests #BmoreEdChat#ED446
A5: Newberry awards, Caldecott, Maryland Black Eyed Susan. They are great labels and honors to teach kids about text selection. Not all great books win awards but they are a great place to start! #BmoreEdchat
A4: trend is towards graphic novels. My daughter was obsessed w them until her teacher started a Harry Potter club and her school librarian started a monthly book club at each grade level. Love that @RiderwoodES teachers are inspiring reading in creative ways. #BmoreEdchat
#BmoreEdchat#A4 My 4th graders LOVE the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series (so do I)!! I would love to introduce them to more graphic novels! Any recommendations?
Q5: Some of the best books and worst books are Newbury award winners... Reading is so personal that it takes a risk or a recommendation for even award winning books! #bmoreedchat
Q5 - Great segue @justincholbrook - Do you use your state book award lists to inform what you are reading and/or recommending? Why or why not? #BmoreEdchat
A4. I find that my students love Diary of a Wimpy Kid books and usually fantasy books or graphic novels! I find that the graphic novels really hook some of my reluctant readers! #bmoreedchat
Q5: Some of the best books and worst books are Newbury award winners... Reading is so personal that it takes a risk or a recommendation for even award winning books! #bmoreedchat
A4: I've been noticing that when teachers promote books with enthusiastic recommendations/book talks most students buy right in and want to read the recommended books. #bmoreedchat
I find that my Ss this year are similar. Two years ago, my last 2nd grade class loved Roald Dahl books. I mentioned that last year’s K class loved Mo Willems. This class of K Ss enjoys any good book, seemingly. #bmoreedchat
A4: I've been noticing that when teachers promote books with enthusiastic recommendations/book talks most students buy right in and want to read the recommended books. #bmoreedchat
A4: I've been noticing that when teachers promote books with enthusiastic recommendations/book talks most students buy right in and want to read the recommended books. #bmoreedchat
My boys and girls like it. I'm starting to see a gender shift in reading materials. As in less concern about what other kids are reading. Open to individual style. #bmoreedchat
A6. I have about six ELL students in my classroom and I found that they either love graphic novels or for the students who primarily speak their native language, enjoy tumble books since it is read to them! #bmoreedchat#ed446
A6: My 14 year old daughter is helping me respond... It depends on the age and sophistication of the reader... It also depends on the kids personal comfort zone or PCZ...Yes we just made this up! #bmoreedchat
A5: I’m always curious to see what’s on the list. ❤️ children’s books just as much as they do & ❤️ new finds. They always inspire me to read something new. I ask kids what they are reading. I consider that my other book award list for finding great reads. #BmoreEdchat
Idea::: Hold an "Unsung Book Awards Day/Night" for books that students loved, but didn't make the Offical Lists that we all know and enjoy! #BMoreEdChat
A5: Newberry awards, Caldecott, Maryland Black Eyed Susan. They are great labels and honors to teach kids about text selection. Not all great books win awards but they are a great place to start! #BmoreEdchat
#BmoreEdchat Q6: For me, yes. Having sometimes 10, but 11-12 year olds, I believe there should be some censorship with certain language and content. At their age, to a degree, there should be naivety about some topics.
A6: Always a personal decision for the student and family. Books should not be taken lightly as they are powerful. Creating a great relationship with your class families is most important as a first step. #bmoreedchat
A5: teachers could introduce students to award winners and provide time for students to evaluate and craft their own opinions on whether Ss think book is award worthy. #bmoreedchat
A6 sometimes but that why it’s important to know your Ss and families. I do believe that kids are good at focusing on what they need when reading. Many kids read hunger games without full realization that it was kids fighting #bmoreedchat
A6 You have to know the maturity level of the child and the family. When I was reading Julie of the Wolves I made a decision to skip the family abuse scene with my kids (10 and 8 years old). #BmoreEdchat
Agreed. Teachers should rely on youth to inform them what they think is appropriate for them. My experience is that they are adept at making those decisions for themselves...probably better at it than adults. #BmoreEdChat#ED446
A6: My 14 year old daughter is helping me respond... It depends on the age and sophistication of the reader... It also depends on the kids personal comfort zone or PCZ...Yes we just made this up! #bmoreedchat
I agree, but we also need to provide safe spaces for topics that impact life to be discussed. Better to read and discuss it with an adult than try it out with no guidance on consequences. w/Parent Permission #BMoreEdChat
A7: I have Buck by @mkasante on my list to read next week. Flying to San Diego for a state conference and I will read it during the flight. #bmoreedchat
A6: I think it's important to know your students and families when making recommendations. Age appropriateness is important to consider but I think we have to be open to recommending books that are going disrupt thinking @KyleneBeers#bmoreedchat
#bmoreedchat A7. For Christmas my parents bought me "Addicted to Reform: A 12-Step Program to Rescue Public Education" by John Merrow who is an education correspondent on the PBS Newshour. It is fascinating so far!
A8: I listed to the author on a podcast and my hope is reading the book will provide ideas I can share with my teachers to help inspire the love of reading in students. #BmoreEdchat
A4: My 2nd grade students are currently interested in reading The Diary of a Whimpy Kid. They love to talk about it during morning meeting! #BmoreEdChat#Ed446
Q6: I think when working with young children who have not experienced certain literature topics (ex- reading a book about country life to urban students) you may lose interest from the students. #ed466#BmoreEdchat
Point well taken. I had a specific example, and unfortunately, I can’t put my hands on the book. But it’s in A Tale Dark and Grimm. One particular scene could’ve conjured up some potentially harsh memories. #BmoreEdchat
hands down top five books I have ever read! We are rocking Cogenerative Circles and students teaching in our room @RPEMS233 if you ever want to check it out! #bmoreedchat
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@melissa_mulieri, @chrisemdin, @LoyolaPDS, @adellcothorne, @RPEMS233
A8: We write every morning. Low stakes. Kids love to share out creative or personal opinions. We listen for what good writing sounds like...to improve. #BmoreEdchat
The power of books can lead us to healing in the right settings no matter the level of pain or joy life throws at us. Time should not be overlooked nor the access to quality guidance counselors. #BMoreEdChat
