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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! 🎉🎉🎉
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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? 🌳🐆
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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 “hybrid 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! ♥️
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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. 😉
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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! 😃#MGBookChat
#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 obviously♥️ book clubs! The promise of a party and snacks is a great motivator. 😃 #MGBookChat
#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
#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
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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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