read alouds

  • End of School Year Read Alouds

    As the school year winds down, classrooms shift in energy. There’s excitement, reflection, and just a hint of restlessness in the air. One of the most powerful (and calming!) ways to harness that energy is through intentional read-alouds. End-of-year read-alouds aren’t just filler—they’re an opportunity to celebrate growth, build community, and help students process the […]

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  • November Read Alouds for Elementary Students

    November is a time for elections, veterans, turkey, and thinking about all you are grateful for. It is hard to fit all that in while also teaching required content. The best way I know to enjoy all things November is to explore the various topics through books. I compiled a list of some of my […]

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  • 5 books to read at the beginning of the school year

    5 Beginning of the Year Read Alouds

    Sometimes it is easiest to teach a lesson by reading someone else’s words. Read alouds are a great way to teach your students rules and build a classroom community at the beginning of the school year. Here are the books I read aloud to my students during the first week of school!   1. First […]

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