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Joined February 2020
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A7: Realized that I tend to read more YA in the summers. I just finished EVERYTHING SAD IS UNTRUE and can't say enough good things about it. #MGBookChat
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Q4: Speaking as a parent, fun trips to the book store or library. There might also be ice cream involved to sweeten the deal. #MGBookChat
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A3: Anything fun (and that doesn't feel like school reading!) Graphic novels, mysteries, adventure series #MGBookChat
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More YA than MG but just finished reading ENTER THE BODY by @JMCwrites and I cannot wait to read it again. #MGBookChat
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Because #MGBookChat has the best recommendations -- what are your favorite MG animal stories? We're studying zoology next year & looking for books for my animal-loving youngest. His favorites are Because of Winn-Dixie & A Wolf Called Wander by @RosanneParry
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Hi #MGBookChat! I'm Melissa. Excited to chat tonight. And excited to finishing up our last week of school! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰
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Hi #MGBookChat! We've been busy with the end of the school year but definitely interested in tonight's chat.
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Happy Earth Day! 🌎 What will you read in the wild today? πŸŒ³πŸ†
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A8: Recently read and loved NO MATTER THE DISTANCE by @beingcindy. Looking forward to starting THE DOOR OF NO RETURN by @kwamealexander #MGBookChat
#MGBookChat Q8: What novels in verse are you reading now, or have you read recently?
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A3: It's like picking a favorite child! But a few I keep going back to are Out of the Dust, Brown Girl Dreaming, Alone, The Magical Imperfect, The Wild Book . . . #MGBookChat
#MGBookChat Q3: What are some of your favorite novels in verse?
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A2: Not as much dialogue. NIV tend to be more internalized. It can take some kids a bit to adjust to that along with the figurative language. #MGBookChat
#MGBookChat Q2: What might middle grade readers find tricky about novels in verse?
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A1: One appeal is the fact that they read quickly which is great for reluctant readers. But I think the way they resonate emotionally ends up being the bigger draw. NIV feel almost like the reader is searching for the words right along with the character. #MGBookChat
#MGBookChat Q1: A novel in verse can be defined as a β€œhybrid genre that combines the elements of plot with the beauty of poetry.” In what ways do you think verse novels appeal to middle grade readers?
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Hi #MGBookChat! I'm Melissa and I'm happy to join tonight. Novels in verse are my personal favorite! β™₯️
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Hi #MGBookChat! I'm Melissa, homeschool mom and owner of Crate Expectations. My TBR is excited for tonight's open chat. πŸ˜‰
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A7: My youngest just finished Sputnik's Guide to Life on Earth and one of the Dog Diaries and my oldest just finished The Swifts and The Luminaries. They enjoyed all of them! πŸ˜ƒ#MGBookChat
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#MGBookChat Rather than what you're reading (unless you're a kid!), tell me what your kiddos are picking up.
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A4: We obviouslyβ™₯️ book clubs! The promise of a party and snacks is a great motivator. πŸ˜ƒ #MGBookChat
28 Feb 2023
#MGBookChat. Here's the meat of the discussion! Ideas please!
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A3: They're more involved in other activities and/or aren't interested in what they're required to read. #MGBookChat
28 Feb 2023
#MGBookChat. Hmmm. I'll bet we have very similar ideas on this one.
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A1: Around the tween years. And definitely a huge drop off by middle school. #MGBookChat
28 Feb 2023
#MGBookChat, so tell me. . .
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Hi #MGBookChat! I'm Melissa, owner of Crate Expectations. Excited for the chat. Tonight's topic is near and dear to my heart.
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A7: Just finished a reread of WHEN YOU REACH ME by Rebecca Stead and starting THE SWIFTS by Beth Lincoln. And my middle schooler HIGHLY recommends THE LUMINARIES by @stdennard. #MGBookChat
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