2022 gave us the gift of amazing books and series across countless topics, written by authors from many cultures and experiences. Our literacy experts had to make some tough choices to narrow the list to 22 of the best recommended books to include in classroom libraries. Check out our favorite educational, thought-provoking, touching and funny […]
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to share these spooky, high-interest titles with students. When kids connect with the books they’re reading, they’re more likely to view reading as a fun and positive experience, which sets them up to be stronger readers and more successful students across all subject areas. Add […]
When students struggle with reading, they may feel discouraged and avoid it altogether. Sometimes all it takes to transform a struggling reader into an engaged, successful reader is introducing them to the right book or series! Discover 14 illustrated titles and novels in verse that will keep the attention of even the most reluctant […]
Classroom libraries should be filled with books that get students excited about reading. Books about sports and athletes are among the most popular books and are also inspirational and informative for students at all reading and grade levels. It’s always a great time to get inspired to read!
1. Ready for Sports: Basketball by Elliot Riley
Interest […]
“School is a place where many issues facing our nation rise to the forefront. As teachers, how do we best prepare our students to face and discuss social justice concerns? For many of us, books offer a solid place to start.” – Katherine Bassett, National Network of State Teachers of the Year
Teaching social justice opens […]
According to
the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 77% of the 4.8
million ELL students in public schools speak Spanish as their first language. Spanish-speaking
students face unique challenges in the classroom, but like all students, they
deserve access to high-quality books that help them fall in love with reading
and develop essential literacy skills.
In fact, the right […]
We know it is hard to talk about political elections and voting, especially in the classroom, but no matter what age group you teach, there are many resources you can use to help your students understand our democratic process.
Books are one of our favorite tools for introducing any number of topics, because you can draw from engaging fiction and nonfiction titles at the right […]
We
asked, and you answered!! We had an overwhelming response from the
administrators and curriculum personnel we surveyed to gauge opinions on and
reception of most everything SEL related. Here’s what we found:
70%
of Respondents are teaching SEL topics already!
It
isn’t easy to figure out and implement a plan for tackling these potentially
tricky topics, but you’re doing it!! We’re so […]
Young people give us hope. Young people who don’t give up or give in; who have loud voices and the courage to use them to say enough is enough. Young people whose empathy, compassion and sense of justice in the face of violence, oppression and tragedy is humbling.
We are book people. We’re lucky enough to […]
Last week, I brought home one of my favorite childhood books, The Eleventh Hour: A Curious Mystery by Graeme Base. In the story, Horace the elephant has a birthday party, and someone ate his birthday feast. The picture book has extremely intricate illustrations which hold the clues and keys to the mystery. The solution is […]
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