On June 12, we hosted a Twitter chat with the New York Public Library and the National Council of Teachers of English all about summer learning!
The conversation highlighted tips and ideas to keep kids engaged all summer long. Miss the chat? See our recap below, and check out #SummerLearningChat to see the whole conversation!
Looking for more summer reading fun? Don’t forget to check out Summer Read-a-Palooza, a movement to get free books into the hands of kids during the summer, keeping every child reading!
Hi everyone, and welcome to the #SummerLearningChat! Joining us are @ShaunteeBS from @NYPL, @frankisibberson from @NCTE and @pamallyn to share tips and ideas to help keep kids engaged all summer long. pic.twitter.com/bB7AkuSdZN
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
Hello Everyone! I'm Shauntee Burns-Simpson, Manager of School Outreach at The New York Public Library. I have so many fond memories of spending the summer with family in North Carolina and learning about country living. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
Hi everyone! So glad to be here! Welcome to #SummerLearningChat ! I teach 5th grade in Dublin, Ohio and am President of @ncte. Looking forward to tonight’s chat!
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
.@scholastic @ncte @nypl HI everyone!!!! So glad to be here with you tonight! I remember being little with all my cousins from Texas and we used to sit on the porch steps and read the Archie comics very slowly and all together! #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
Let’s kick things off with Q1! #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/UoIPZSQ8m2
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A1: And when @ernestmorrell and I wrote our book we talked to kids across the US who reported interacting with even one book all summer long. They remarked upon how it felt strange to return to school and the struggle to get back into their reading lives.#summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
We want kids to maintain their achievement levels over the summer, as well as read for pleasure and intellectual exploration. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
A1: In “Promoting the Pleasure of Reading: Why It Matters to Kids and to Country” @ReadDRjwilhelm notes and discusses 5 forms of pleasure reading: play, work, inner work, intellectual, and social: https://t.co/oanMVgM7ue #SummerLearningChat pic.twitter.com/oh5FYWD1Xw
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Here’s Q2! #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/pB47nBnY24
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A2: Obstacles include that we think summer school has to be grueling and dull and it really does NOT! And obstacles in how we make sure kids get beautiful book access (thank you @nypl for all your amazing work on this!) #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A2: We can overcome obstacles in kids as summer learners and readers by including our kids in a vision for a more dynamic summer of reading and writing. Ask them: what would be the perfect reading summer? #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A2: Our @scholastic kids and family reading report has some incredible research that shows infrequent readers really have far fewer books at home than frequent readers. It's that simple. And yet not so simple. We have to help families get easy access! #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
We have to create learning experiences that engage their curiosity and are based on their interests. We also need to create excitement around reading for pleasure and expose kids to many different types of books that reflect their experiences & interests. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
A2: When we assign or mandate summer learning, it becomes a “have to” and an obstacle. Inviting possibility, choice and joy in summer learning is critical. #SummerLearningChat (1/4)
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A2: Long ago, one of our favorite bloggers hosted the 48 hour Reading Challenge. It was a fun way to kick off summer reading and I share that with my students. #SummerLearningChat (2/4)https://t.co/gRqEGCVhHf
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A2: For years, my students have been making mini-notebooks to keep track of books they might want to read. #SummerLearningChat 3/4https://t.co/u0AeZ15J4U
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A2: I share photos from the reading parties my daughter had with friends when she was in first grade. #SummerLearningChat(4/4)https://t.co/9OBIcdQYqQ
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Now it’s time for Q3. #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/t97BtD3BuI
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A3: Let's change perceptions around summer reading by changing the dynamic of summer school! It doesn't have to be dull and rote, it can be joyous and full of choice and the richness of read alouds! #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A3: @scholastic's Kids and Family Reading Report shows that nine out of ten kids said their favorite books are the ones THEY CHOOSE. If we provide a greater access to options for kids as readers, we can close the summer literacy equity gap for sure. #summerleanringchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A3: This year @nypl’s space-themed #SummerReading program urges young people to expand their universe through reading & learning at their local library. A book list and interactive game board make daily reading and participation in programming fun. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat (2/2)
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
A3: We can share booklists with parents to help them help their children select books.
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
2019 Summer Reading List recommended by @CrazyQuiltshttps://t.co/C9j68tYWqd #SummerLearningChat https://t.co/C0KgWJakpm
A3: Student/Parent/Teacher book discussion groups CAN WORK! This article explains how:https://t.co/sajLF3cLNo #SummerLearningChat pic.twitter.com/U3fAVx3sMo
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A3: My students/families have access to these Resources for Reading on our class webpage through the summer. #SummerLearningChat pic.twitter.com/6dvtmd9YTU
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Q4 is here! Share your tips and insights. #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/tMaupP1PDv
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A4: We've seen amazing examples of this! One key for me is the power of celebration! Districts with community partners creating summer litfests before, during and at the end of the summer, filling stadiums with readers! #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A4: also, thinking of kids around the world who may not get any access and having kids write their own stories to share with kids worldwide! Thinking of reading as a social justice action that makes a difference to all. #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A4: In spring, our librarians visit schools & community organizations to do #SummerReading outreach and invite youth to visit the library. Educators should also reach out to local libraries to plan visits & get students excited about summer learning. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat 2/2
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
A4: Teachers can be models by sharing their own summer reading plans. #SummerLearningChat
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A4: #BuildYourStack an NCTE initiative focused exclusively on helping teachers build their book knowledge and their classroom libraries, provides many title suggestions for joyful reading. https://t.co/KvcohWwla4 #SummerLearningChat pic.twitter.com/4Ouszv2c4i
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
A4: Teachers can check out the most recent #BuildYourStack posts featuring recommendations curated by NCTE members and submit your own recommendations today! https://t.co/VZC2tc2fo6 #SummerLearningChat pic.twitter.com/sPelGqd4Pc
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Here we go, Q5! #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/zGpFKaJ2vb
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A5: Parents, grandparents, caregivers! You are the most revered and adored mentors! You don't have to know all the books or be an expert, just love your kid into becoming! Asking them to share their wonderings and then finding books on those topics: Key! #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A5: Our "7 Strengths" for readers are great for families: belonging, curiosity, kindness, friendship, courage, confidence, hope: are language of universality, not numbers or levels that help families talk together about reading. #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A5: #summerlearningchat also creating a pocket hanger in the backseats to trade out books when you are on a longer car trip and if you use a lot of public transportation, keep a "readers pack" with books in it, also online reading for kids so your phone isn't just for games!
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A5: Have books around the house, read with your children, and read on your own. Parents can take the whole family to the library for programs, books to borrow, and community celebrations of reading and learning. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat (2/2)
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
A5: We can help remind parents that choice is key to summer reading and to value all reading students choose. #SummerLearningChat 1/2
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Annual reminder that graphic novels are “real” readinghttps://t.co/peoOMRah2Y #SummerLearningChat 2/2
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
We love all of these great responses! Now for the final question of the evening. #SummerLearningChat @pamallyn @ShaunteeBS @frankisibberson pic.twitter.com/lTrxSumNfL
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
A6: our https://t.co/BsJD80vc8Z is a very cool summer reading initiative bringing together schools families libraries to get thousands of books to kids all across the country!! so many ways we partner with districts communityorgs to create celebration for books!#sumerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A6: when kids see us all coming together, as we have tonight with @nypl and @ncte and @scholastic that is a great metaphor for how when we do that live it impacts kids. they say: wow this really feels important to everyone. #summerlearningchat
— Pam Allyn (@pamallyn) June 13, 2019
A6: We also work with authors and local non-profits to offer unique experiences. The prevention of summer slide is a team effort. We all have to work together to build a culture of reading and lifelong learning. ^SBS #SummerLearningChat (2/2)
— NY Public Library (@nypl) June 13, 2019
NCTE supports teachers in their reading lives so that they can then support students! #buildyourstack https://t.co/PVyktOKp6P
— Franki Sibberson (@frankisibberson) June 13, 2019
Thanks so much for joining our #SummerLearningChat! We hope you’re inspired to turn the “summer slide” into the “summer leap” and keep kids learning all summer long.
— Scholastic (@Scholastic) June 13, 2019
Share this graphic if you’re committed to summer learning! pic.twitter.com/mD8WMMHc0w
