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R.E.A.D @ TALE

@READatTALE

READ@TALE is engaged in understanding and supporting the needs of all students and teachers in Texas no matter their backgrounds. A @TxLiteracyEd affiliate.

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Joined July 2019
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Yaaaassss @Trail_of_BCs #TALE2023
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Great way to end the day!! @gretchbernabei thank you so much for giving us great strategies to approach writing and constructed response. An awesome session...if with a fire drill interruption. #TALE2023
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I had an incredible time presenting at the #TALE2023 conference! Such an amazing group of educators who were all in on discourse in the classroom! Thank you so much for the opportunity @TXLiteracyEd
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It’s almost FEBRUARY… We are less than a month away from our annual conference to be held in Houston!!! Two questions: 1) What are you most looking forward to? 2) Are you registered? Register NOW: sites.google.com/texasreader… #TxLiteracyEd #TALE2023
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Yes!
We Need Diverse Books (@diversebooks) profile pictureWe Need Diverse Books@diversebooks19 Sep 2022
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During #BannedBooksWeek and beyond, follow diverse authors on social media, buy or check out their books from the library, and SPEAK UP about titles you love!
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4. REPORT: Soft censorship - ow.ly/AnLq50KMW1s Book bans/challenges - ow.ly/5g7M50KMW1p Censorship in general - ow.ly/pW3J50KMW1u
Soft Censorship of Diverse Books

Soft Censorship of Diverse Books

WNDB is collecting information on the soft censorship of diverse books across the US. Have you witnessed soft censorship in your community? Please share your experiences below. Your response can be...

docs.google.com
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Replying to @diversebooks @Adriana_Edu @AndreaRuggs
3. GET ORGANIZED: The @ACLU's Right to Learn Toolkit has everything from ideas for organizing to a comprehensive rundown of which governing bodies set educational policy, including books and topics taught - ow.ly/FLac50KMW1x
ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Start a banned book club"

ALT ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Start a banned book club"

ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Create a petition, collect signatures, and deliver your results to decision makers"

ALT ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Create a petition, collect signatures, and deliver your results to decision makers"

ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Write and submit a letter to the editor in your local paper"

ALT ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Write and submit a letter to the editor in your local paper"

ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Engage directly with candidates running for public office"

ALT ACLU graphic featuring text that reads, "Engage directly with candidates running for public office"

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2. GET INVOLVED: How to Support Diverse Books During a Book Ban by @Adriana_Edu - ow.ly/K1PV50KMW1t How to Run for Your School Board by @AndreaRuggs - ow.ly/wSbO50KMW1r
Graphic of to-do list with text that reads, "Get organized - research what others have been doing and see how you can help. Get involved with your local school board. Keep your ear to the ground - don’t let local book challenges go unnoticed. Request diverse books at your local public library. Support your local libraries and library workers - show your appreciation for burned out educators and librarians!"

ALT Graphic of to-do list with text that reads, "Get organized - research what others have been doing and see how you can help. Get involved with your local school board. Keep your ear to the ground - don’t let local book challenges go unnoticed. Request diverse books at your local public library. Support your local libraries and library workers - show your appreciation for burned out educators and librarians!"

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1. STAY INFORMED: PEN America's latest report shows that of all unique titles banned or challenged within the last year, 41% feature LGBTQ+ themes or characters. 40% feature characters of color. ow.ly/GVIc50KMW1v
Banned in the USA: The Growing Movement to Censor Books in Schools

Banned in the USA: The Growing Movement to Censor Books in Schools

PEN America's report on school book bans offers the most comprehensive look at banned books in the 2021–22 school year, with counting more than 2,500 bans.

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TALE Board Election ballots will go out Monday. If your membership was current on June 1st, you will be eligible to participate. The election will run from 6/6-6/16. Results will be announced on 6/17. Check your email that you registered to TALE with on Monday 6/6 for the link.
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Thank you…There are few words that can describe the pain of the education community in Texas right now.💔
ILA (@ILAToday) profile pictureILA@ILAToday24 May 2022
Reaching out to our Texas affiliates, @TXLiteracyEd @READatTALE @AdvocacyTale @DoctorKChilds @LiteracyPearls, please let us know if there is anything we can do.
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So saddened to have to share one of these graphics (again)TALE Friends. We are a literacy organization,but the safety and well-being of teachers and students is also important to us. No fancy message,beyond the fact that we are heartbroken about the tragic losses in Uvalde today.
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ILA@ILAToday24 May 2022
Reaching out to our Texas affiliates, @TXLiteracyEd @READatTALE @AdvocacyTale @DoctorKChilds @LiteracyPearls, please let us know if there is anything we can do.
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Liza LaRue, EdD@LizaDLaRue6 Mar 2022
I'm feeling reinvigorated this morning! Ready to write, advocate, and empower others after the #TALE2022 conference! @AdvocacyTale @TXLiteracyEd @READatTALE @ghale_council
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The news is out!!! The news that you have been waiting for…We hope that you join us next year in the Houston area as the next annual conference will be held at The University of Houston-Clear Lake. Save the date, and more information soon to follow. #TALE2022 #TALE2023
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What a wonderful conversation with some new TALE advocates today! #TALE2022 @ghale_council @READatTALE @TXLiteracyEd
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It’s always a pleasure to bring transformative literacy-driven programs to impoverished refugee families from all over the world. TY @DenverChannel @ABC @MHLTVDenver for sharing our work with the community at Hope in Our City! #literacymatters #hope #reading #writing #speaking – at Denver, CO
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#TALE2022 is approaching…If you were notified as a presenter, please be sure to register for the conference, so that you do not lose your spot on the program. The new deadline for presenters to register is 1/12/22. Thank you! Everyone Register at bit.ly/TALE2022Registration
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TEA is excited to announce the formation of the Multilingual Outreach Advisory Council. Members will share valuable knowledge & expertise in promoting and bridging connections among multilingual families, schools, and communities. Apply today: bit.ly/MOAC2021
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Get your nominations in! @TXLiteracyEd @READatTALE @ILAToday PK-12 Educator Click Here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… Non-Classroom Literacy Leader Click Here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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