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“Having books in the library makes me want to read more.”

“I never have to go to the school’s actual library and it’s really convenient. Having book since the room has made me more open-minded about book genres, it’s easier to look through them in a smaller library.”

“A classroom library is the easiest way to get books, and it also makes the room look like a nice reading environment.”

“I think having books in the classroom affects me as a reader because it helps me discover new books but in a smaller space.”

“The books have affected me because I felt like I never was in a position where I didn’t have anything to read. No matter what I had something to choose from.”

Rationale“I don’t really mind having books cuz sometimes kids need to read.”

Classroom Library“Having good books in the selection has affected me as a reader by being able to choose on off the shelf to try it out and if I enjoy it then its right there easy for me to check out.”

Booksource Classroom Organizer

Pros ConsData Tricky for teacherTracking books Need a computer

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Book Talks“I think it is important for teachers to have books in their classrooms because if a student gives an excuse that they don’t have a book the teacher can tell them to check one out from the classroom. They can also recommend books like Mrs. B does. Recommendations help a lot. They helped me because sometimes when I need a book I just ask Mrs. B and she helps me find a book.”

“Your book talks motivated me to read more.”

“Mrs. Brinkmeyer has a great understanding of her books so I always get a mini book talk before I read it.”

Anatomy of a Book Talk

Summary

Quote Beginning Front/back built-in book talk Random

Sustainable Book TalksPolls and ConferencesBook trailersLibrariansStudentsGoogle Doc

Conferencing with Evernote

Pros ConsOrganization TransportingCollaborationFocusData

Anatomy of a ConferenceListen.Converse. Reading Diet Strategy Reteaching Big PictureTeach.

The Reading DietA. Fasting. I am happy not reading.B. Hungry. I like to read, but I have trouble finding good

books.C. Sweet Tooth. I read regularly, but I’m picky, and I read to relax. I only like certain genre(s).D. Balanced. I read regularly from a variety of genres and challenge levels.

Growth-Oriented Data

BookmarksReading PacersData SheetReading ResponsesReading Reflections

Getting Books

Book Love Foundation, Dollar General, Wal-MartRummage sales or consignment stores.Book ordersDonation stickers (spread the word)Help people moveBarnes & Noble book fairs

In the end...“I think the books in this room has affected me as a reader. It has expanded my preference of books.”

“I just want to say composition has really changed things for me. I wasn’t looking to pick up a book no time soon. Without this class I don’t think I would have read half the books I did this tri.”

“I think the classroom library has really helped me develop my love for science fiction and has also helped me find books that I can get into easily.”

“I always believe books are a getaway to something greater and all you have to do is peek behind the curtain.”