It’s late afternoon, and that familiar wave of guilt washes over you as you realize – you haven’t done your read aloud today. Again. Between administrative demands, packed schedules, and constant interruptions, it feels impossible to protect that precious read aloud time. If you’re nodding your head right now, you’re not alone in this daily struggle.
In this episode, I’m sharing my proven strategies for making read alouds truly non-negotiable in your classroom – without adding more to your already full plate. You’ll learn how to transform read alouds into powerful multi-purpose teaching tools, find the perfect time slot that works for your unique schedule, and create simple systems to protect your read aloud time.
Plus, I’ll show you exactly how to document learning during read alouds to satisfy those administrative requirements. By the end of this episode, you’ll have practical, actionable steps to ensure your read alouds happen every single day, no matter what challenges come your way.
