Colorful Classroom Read-Aloud: Say Something! by Peter H. ReynoldsIn this book ... Reynolds encourages kids to use their voice. He discusses different ways to say something - with words, actions and creativity. Reynolds also explains that your voice is important, even if it feels as though no one ... Read More
Creating a School Reading Community
What is a School Reading Community?A school reading community is created when students, teachers, staff and families are all invested in the reading experience. It is a community in which books are celebrated and enjoyed by all! Here are some ideas for creating a school reading community!1. Free ... Read More
How to Use Books to Celebrate Student Birthdays
Use Books to Celebrate Student BirthdaysBirthdays are such a special day for children of all ages. Young kids (heck, even us adults!) are so excited on our day! Why not use books to celebrate student birthdays? One of the most powerful ways to encourage reading in children is to show them how ... Read More
Read-Aloud: A More Perfect Union
Colorful Classroom Read-Aloud: A More Perfect Union by Betsy MaestroIn this book ... Betsy breaks down the creation and purpose of the U.S. Constitution. She puts it in simple terms that students will be able to understand.Recommended for: U.S. History, the U.S. Constitution, Constitution DayBonus ... Read More
Celebrate Constitution Day
Celebrate Constitution DayEvery year on September 17th, we celebrate Constitution Day. It commemorates the creation and signing of the the U.S. Constitution. According to the U.S. Department of Education:... each educational institution that receives federal funds for a fiscal year is required to ... Read More
Read-Aloud: How to Read a Book
Colorful Classroom Read-Aloud: How to Read a Book by Kwame AlexanderIn this book ... Kwame shares a poem that he wrote for World Read Aloud Day. He captures the reading experience in this story and shares how truly wonderful books can be. He paints a picture of the journey readers take each time ... Read More