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JoshuaKincaid

I liked what Kittle said about introducing students to book talks. You model what you want for them, and then you release responsibility to them to go and do their own book talk. I think pairing this with things like TikTok and Instagram could be super fun! There is literally a whole side of TikTok called “BookTok“ that is basically mini book talks. Having students interact with one another on there and post is a cool way to be relevant.

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JoshuaKincaid

One part I liked that Kittle mentioned when discussing Book Talks was when she suggested reading a short passage. I think this is such an important thing to do for our students. Not only does this show students what the prose of the book is like, but it also allows us to teach them how to read. What I mean by that is they can hear us use different inflection and emphasis as we speak, and they can take that into their own reading experience.

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jessicaking
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LOVE the idea of book conferencing, book talks, and daily reading/writing. Kittle provides some clarity here, sometimes introducing books via book talk that then become mentor texts/topics for writing. Other authors (thinking specifically of Ebarvia) mention free choice reading/writing that are incorporated in class time. I dream of having this option, but still I question how these daily practices can be implemented without eating needed time.

JoshuaKincaid I think that, with how easy book talks are, they are a great way to introduce things to become mentor texts! In another vein, book talks are also like book speed dates - the students get to hear about a book and choose whichever book they want. It also serves as a good introduction before reading a book. 21h
Makaylaholton I love the idea of book talks being similar to speed dating; I feel like that‘s such a fun way to frame it. I also agree that daily reading/writing practices sound ideal, and I think even small, consistent routines (like relatively quick book talks or 10 minute reading periods) can make a big difference without taking over the whole class period.
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jessicaking

“Reading is oxygen for a student's future success. There is no giving up here. Every kid. Every year,“ (63).

I like Kittle's emphasis here (and throughout this chapter) on how we must reach every kid, not just those that are already proficient readers or that are willing to give reading a try. Reading comprehension and analysis are important for so many life skills, and we have the opportunity to teach that daily. Every kid. Every day.

JoshuaKincaid Agreed! Everyone needs oxygen - that means everyone. From the highest achieving kid to the lowest, reading needs to be emphasized and prioritized. One teacher said that students practice math in class - why do we feel as though students practicing reading is optional? Reading opens so many avenues for conversation and critical thinking along with being a window or mirror for students' lives. 21h
Makaylaholton This also made me think of that chapter that we read in Ebarvia where we talk about biases and how we, as teachers, should never assume every student knows as much as we do and has the same appreciation for literature as we do. We should implement this mindset into reading instruction by meeting students where they are, valuing their diverse experiences, and intentionally creating space for all students to engage with empowering and relevant texts 20h
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sammiegdeas
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“Your passion is contagious“ (Kittle 61).
As future English teachers, many of us enjoy literature, but many students have not developed a love for it yet or have been so deeply discouraged in the past that they have given up trying. My role as an English teacher is to have a passionate joy embracing my students when I talk about a book. My attitude toward a book influences theirs whether I can see it or not. We are the guiding light for our kids!

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annagsears
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While I found the explanation of the “Book Talk“ extremely helpful in understanding how to help students develop a love for reading, I was particularly struck by the section discussing how to use it for writing. Last semester, there was a focus on Mentor Texts, and while I was able to see how they could be used on a larger scale, I was still left confused on how it would work in practice. Kittle's explanation and annotation guide eased the worry!

jessicaking I agree, Anna! I thought about Methods last semester when reading as well, and while my questions weren't answered completely, some of the fog cleared away. I liked her examples of using a book talk to lead in to a broader discussion, or using passages from a mentor text that may appear again later in the year. I'm still a little lost on how to 1. find good mentor texts and 2. use them effectively and with purpose. 2d
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Cuilin
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#WeirdWordWednesday @CBee

Gift searching has me ramfeezled!!! My new favorite word.

MariaW 😂 6mo
peanutnine I love it 6mo
dabbe 🤩😂🤩 6mo
kspenmoll I love this word!!!! Perfect! 6mo
CBee Fantastic word 👏🏻👏🏻 6mo
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Crazycatperson
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PuddleJumper 🎉🎉 7mo
LiseWorks Wow 7mo
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Nazgul93
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I got 1075 words! I couldn't get a picture of all of it though! 😕 #WinterGames2024 #HolidayBookDaragons @LiseWorks #WeekOneGames

PuddleJumper 🎉🎉 7mo
LiseWorks Good work 7mo
Avanders Hi! A package from me for naughty holiday list swap was supposed to be delivered on Monday or Tuesday — did it arrive? 🤞🏼🤞🏼 6mo
Nazgul93 @Avanders Hi! Yes I got it! I'm sorry I totally forgot to post that I got it! 6mo
Avanders Oh no worries - we had some weird issues recently w usps and I just wanted to check! Glad it made it! ☺️ 6mo
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Allylu
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Okay, #1 I was a church musician. Allylu is short for AlleluiaLu; #2 I like to cross stitch, crochet, sew or do chores; #3 Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth

TheAromaofBooks Thanks for the tag!!! 11mo
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