Talk Topic 6: Nonfiction Writing from the Heart

Please share with us two ideas that intrigued you from Chapter Two: Nonfiction Writing from the Heart.  

Consider discussing any of the sections: Introduction, What are your three wonders?, Wonder boxes, Heart Wonders, Books of Wonder, Books for Nonfiction writing. 

We would also love to hear how you have used some of these ideas within your program.

Talk Topic 5: Observing, Listening, Wondering...

Share with us two ideas that stood out for you after reading any of the following sections:

6. The Observation Window

7. One Small Square

8. A Listening Walk

9. The Wonder Club

Books for Creating a Wonder World

We'd love for you to cite specific page numbers and quotes!

Talk Topic 4: Lifelong Learning

Marguerite found a wonderful series of questions on "Professional Development Open Minds, Unlock Potential"website by Zaner-Bloser that will act as a support for part of our book study.

Consider sharing about the following:

1. Define a lifelong learner.

2. How might you support a child who experiences difficulty wondering?

3. Why is it important for students to process HOW to answer questions by themselves?

4. What strategies would you try to help the child who just sees the big picture when observing and sees no details?