The Magical Yet: Teaching a Growth Mindset
“The Magical Yet” by Angela DiTerlizzi is a fun book to share with students that encourages perseverance and self-esteem. It is an inspiring and colorful…
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Just Ask: Activities to Promote Diversity and Acceptance
“Just Ask” by Sonia Sotomayor is a beautiful book to share with students that presents important topics in a simple and relaxed way. The ease…
How to Make a Reading Workshop Schedule with Limited Time
After launching reading workshop and grouping your students, setting up a schedule is the next important step. Using a workshop model means that your reading…
Speak Up: Student Activities to Take Action
From the second I picked up “Speak Up!” by Miranda Paul, I fell in love with the vibrant colors and spirited illustrations. As I dove…
How to Teach Nonfiction Text Features
As readers, we know the importance of using text features as we read. But, many students, especially struggling readers, do not use text features and…
You Matter: Activities to Build Self-Love
There are so many things to love about “You Matter” by Chris Robinson. In just the title itself, the book feels welcoming and brings a…
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates: Friendship Activities
“We Don’t Eat Our Classmates” by Ryan T. Higgins is always a favorite read-aloud book…for the teacher and the kids! It is funny, engaging, and…
All Are Welcome: Activities to Build a Class Community
“All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman is one of my favorite books to read aloud. It truly shows that we are all…
The Day You Begin: Favorite Getting to Know You Activities
“The Day You Begin” by Jacqueline Woodson is a beautiful book to share at the beginning of the school year. The first days and weeks…
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