One book one school elementary

10 chapter books that are perfect to read aloud to children 4-6 years old. The book list includes classic and contemporary titles.

What is First Chapter Friday? First Chapter Friday is a sneak-peek of a novel to entice your students to want to read the rest of the book. You (or a student) reads aloud just the first chapter of a book. The goal is to get your students so intrigued by the first chapter, that they

A list of recommended books for reluctant readers (upper elementary). Hook your students on reading with book suggestions beyond Captain Underpants.

Read the Book, Watch the Movie!: Kids Edition ANIMALS Because of Winn Dixie Book: Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo Opal is the daughter of a preacher. While looking for a friend, she meets a lovable dog named Winn Dixie. Through Winn Dixie, she learns the importance of friendship in this sweet story. Charlotte’s […]

When we let students know that reading is worthwhile, it creates a chain reaction of learning. Here are 25 strategies for fostering a reading culture.

Haven't tried a book tasting with your students yet? This fun reading activity is an awesome way to introduce genres in your elementary classroom or library!

Welcome them in and they'll never want to leave.

Teaching blog post on using genre crafts to teach genres in the upper elementary classroom

How is your classroom library organized? Redo your organization with these free classroom library labels!

One of the biggest requests I get is for picture books for back to school, especially for upper grades students!