The Reading Revolution You've Been Waiting For
Calling all passionate teachers who are drowning in lesson planning...
Your evenings deserve better than endless searching for the perfect book activities.
Imagine having the perfect book and lesson plan for every skill you need to teach… all organized and ready when you are.
The Reality of Teaching Reading Today
Let's be honest about what literacy instruction really looks like for most teachers:
That Sunday night feeling when you realize you haven't found the perfect book to teach inferencing tomorrow.
Late nights scrolling through endless Pinterest boards, searching for read aloud ideas that somehow align with both your standards and your sanity.
The disappointment when you rush through a beautiful picture book because there just isn't enough time in your packed schedule
That pinch of guilt as you choose between preparing thoughtful read aloud questions or being present for family dinner.
Your teacher preparation program never warned you that teaching reading would consume your personal life, did it?
What if read alouds could feel magical again?
Picture this in your classroom:
- Students rushing to the reading circle, eyes bright with anticipation for today’s picture book
- Rich discussions flowing naturally as your well-placed questions spark genuine connections
- That beautiful moment when a child’s face lights up, connecting the story to their own experience
- Your teacher bag staying at school because tomorrow’s read aloud lesson is completely ready to go
This isn’t some read aloud fantasy. It’s what happens when you have the right resources at your fingertips.
Introducing...
The Colorful Apple Book Club!
A membership for 1st and 2nd grade teachers with engaging interactive read aloud lessons.
Your complete read aloud solution that sparks joy for both you AND your students.
The Colorful Apple Book Club transforms how you approach reading instruction by providing carefully curated book collections paired with ready-to-use lesson plans, discussion guides, and activities that actually work.
No more late nights. No more Sunday planning stress. No more disappointed faces during reading time.
Teacher-tested lessons
created by educators who understand the real classroom
Literature-based instruction
that builds genuine reading engagement
Standards-aligned activities
disguised as fun (your little secret!)
Flexible implementation
that works with your existing schedule
Minimal prep required
so you can have a life outside school
Transform Your Read Alouds Without Sacrificing Your Life
The teaching world tells us great teachers spend countless hours preparing perfect read aloud lessons.
But what if that’s just not true?
What if the secret to creating magical read aloud moments isn’t working harder but having the right resources at your fingertips?
This realization changed everything for me. After years of lugging home bags of picture books and spending weekends creating activities, I discovered something revolutionary: With thoughtfully designed, ready-made read aloud lessons, my students learned MORE, and I worked LESS.
That’s why I created the Colorful Apple Book Club—to help you spark those “aha!” moments using read alouds that work for your unique classroom, without sacrificing your evenings and weekends.
Because you deserve resources that honor both your teaching expertise and your limited planning time.
"This resource rescued my reading block AND my evenings!"
This is one amazing product! I love everything about it! Not only do you provide engaging lessons tied to specific books, you also have them formulated in a way where I can focus on a skill each week. Thank you so much for this TREMENDOUS resource!
Gillian M.
2nd Grade Teacher
The Book Club Experience
Curated Literature Collections
We carefully select books that:
- capture student imagination
- build essential literacy skills
- represent diverse perspectives
- work for multiple reading levels
Comprehensive Lesson Plans
Each book comes with:
- teaching guides
- thought-provoking questions
- engaging introduction activities
- meaningful projects
Ready-to-Use Activities
Save hours with:
- printable activities
- differentiated response options
- hands-on games
- interactive task cards
Teacher Support Materials
Feel confident with:
- background knowledge builders
- vocabulary resources
- lesson plan outlines
- follow-up activities
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SEL
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Access a library of 200+ lesson plans!
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EACH LESSON?
LESSON PLAN
Complete, ready-to-use lesson plans save you hours of preparation time while ensuring your read alouds are purposeful, engaging, and aligned with the standards you need to teach.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Strategic, pre-written questions eliminate on-the-spot thinking and help you guide meaningful discussions while maintaining story flow—just place them in your books and you're ready to go.
ANCHOR CHARTS
Visual learning tools that support classroom management during read alouds, reinforce key concepts, and provide a consistent structure that keeps students focused and engaged with the story.
RESPONSE SHEETS
Thoughtfully designed activities that help students process what they've heard, demonstrate understanding, and extend learning beyond just listening—all without creating more work for you.
ACTIVITIES
Engaging activities that bring books to life, making abstract concepts concrete while giving students those memorable learning experiences that make read alouds special.
TASK CARDS
Versatile, standards-aligned activities that let you address multiple curriculum requirements through one carefully selected book, making it easy to differentiate and maximize your instructional time.
CHOOSE YOUR PLAN!
Annual Membership
$240 Yearly Value-
access to extensive library of resources
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direct input on lesson topics
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access to Reading Strategies Video Library
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2 FREE months!
Monthly Membership
$20 Monthly Value-
access to extensive library of resources
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direct input on lesson topics
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access to Reading Strategies Video Library
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cancel anytime
"Just what my classroom needed!"
“These interactive read alouds are wonderful! The questions are great and make it easy to read and answer questions with a good flow! My students loved the stories we read so far and I will definitely be purchasing more of these read alouds!! Awesome resource!”
Amanda C.
1st Grade Teacher
You Deserve Teaching Resources That Work As Hard As You Do
The perfect read aloud resources should:
- Spark genuine curiosity and engagement in your students
- Build essential comprehension skills through meaningful discussion
- Save you precious planning time (because we know how valuable that is!)
- Honor your unique teaching style and classroom needs
The Colorful Apple Book Club delivers all this and more with our picture book-based lessons.
Join us today and transform your read aloud moments without sacrificing your evenings and weekends.
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Have a Question?
Can I use these resources with my existing curriculum?
Absolutely! The Book Club materials are designed to supplement and enhance your mandated curriculum, not replace it. Many teachers use our resources during their reader’s workshop time or as enrichment.
What grade levels are your materials designed for?
Our current book units are specifically crafted for grades 1-2, with differentiation suggestions to accommodate various reading levels within these grades.
Do I need to purchase the books separately?
Yes, our units are designed to accompany specific books. However, we’ve intentionally selected titles commonly found in school libraries and classroom collections. Many teachers report already owning about 60% of our featured books.
How much preparation time will I need?
Most teachers report spending just 10-15 minutes reviewing each day’s lesson before implementation. The materials are designed to be truly “grab and go” while still providing exceptional instructional quality.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
Due to the nature of these products, no refunds are available. However, you may cancel your subscription at any time.
How much preparation time will I need?
Most teachers report spending just 10-15 minutes reviewing each day’s lesson before implementation. The materials are designed to be truly “grab and go” while still providing exceptional instructional quality.
Meet Your Guide to Literacy Success
Hello! I’m Sara, the creator of the Colorful Apple Book Club.
After 10 years in the classroom, I know firsthand the struggle of trying to create engaging literacy experiences while maintaining some semblance of work-life balance.
What started as resources for my own classroom has grown into a passionate mission to help teachers everywhere reclaim their evenings while providing exceptional reading instruction.
Every resource in our collection has been tested with real students, refined based on teacher feedback, and aligned with current best practices in literacy instruction.
I can’t wait to share these transformative resources with you and your students!
Still considering?
If you’re wondering whether the Colorful Apple Book Club is right for your specific teaching situation, I’d love to hear from you!
Contact me directly at [email protected] with your questions, and I’ll personally respond to help you determine if our resources align with your needs.
Remember, exceptional teaching doesn’t have to come at the expense of your wellbeing. There’s a better way to teach reading, and it starts here.