Do you love to read to your students? If your answer is yes, which I am sure it is check out this list of "must read" books. It is recommend for Kindergarten but any age should enjoy them. Reading a book to my students is one of my favorite things to do as a teacher. I love the way kids get so engaged in a story. It makes me feel like I am five years old again. Well here is the list....enjoy! 100 Books
Struggling to get your boy to read? I've got a huge list of books that both of my boys(now 12 and 14) absolutely loved - and still read! These books engage the reader and help get them to love books!
When I start the new school year, I pick a book of the day for the first two weeks. I create a variety of activities to go with each book. I use a lot of books that focus on social and emotional learning, including kindness, friendship, and respect. But, I also add in some fun ... Read More about 8 Books for Back to School
Whether you're a homeschool mom looking for a great book for your 5th grader or a classroom teacher trying to build a great library, finding texts that are engaging and a great fit for your readers can be tough. I've compiled this list of the best books for 5th graders to help save you time and give you a
A Perfect 2nd grade book can be a unicorn - second grade is new territory for new reads and can create either reluctant or voracious readers!
Charles Leclerc and Juliette Swift have been racing rivals since the beginning of their karting careers. Unlike others, their rivalry continued off-track. Always trying to outdo the other. Will that all change after a drunk night in a hotel?
Blurting, interrupting, talking out of turn… whatever you call it, this behavior can be an extremely distracting habit of some of our students. Julia Cook is one of my absolute FAVORITE authors when it comes to books that teach our students about social and emotional skills, and she has the perfect book that can open […]
101 books that should be read to every child before kindergarten! An ultimate book list with a free printable book list to take to the library.
Excellent read aloud books for fifth grade. These are all books that I have read aloud and are perfect for reading aloud at home or in a classroom.
Struggling to get your boy to read? I've got a huge list of books that both of my boys(now 12 and 14) absolutely loved - and still read! These books engage the reader and help get them to love books!
Teaching with picture books is remarkably effective. Here are some of the best picture books for principals to read aloud so you can make a different too.
Find over 40 books to engage your middle school boy and encourge him to read even more great titles. Find a ton of new favorites.
Wonder activities for your classroom that are "wonder" ful and effective with your Wonder novel studies or We're All Wonders Book.
A summer reading book list designed for emergent readers, in kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade and for leisurely reading.
Are you looking for the best read alouds for 6th graders? Find highly recommended 6th grade read aloud book for your 6th graders.
Need to get your ADHD reading? See how this mom of 2 ADHD boys turned things around and got her kids to be prolific, successful readers. Lots of tips and tricks from a mom who has been there!
Books for 6-8 year olds. Books for elementary-age children that they will love to read. These make great read alouds, also.
Do you have a child learning to read? Whether you’re a parent, teacher, librarian, or grandparent, you want to find the best children’s early reader...
One of my all-time favorite books to use when teaching poetry is Love That Dog by Sharon Creech, but you CAN’T just read it. For students to really “get” what the boy is talking about in the book, students have to first know the poems that Ms. Stretchberry is making him read. What better way […]
Help your 1st grader develop of love for reading with these 20+ first grade read aloud chapter books! These stories will help their imagination soar.
Teachers, looking for a book to read on the first day of school? Pick a back to school read-aloud from the list - it will be a hit in your class!
This spring is presenting new challenges for teachers all across the country. Some of us are getting ready to go back to the classroom for the first time this year. Some of us have been in person all year, but we are about to get new virtual kids. Some of you have been in the ... Read More about Classroom Management and Expectations
I cringed when I overheard the eager mother ask the librarian for book suggestions for her young son. He had just begun to read fluently, she mentioned, and was in need of something to hold his literary attention. "Well, we have a wonderful selection of graphic novels that I'm sure he'll enjoy," came the reply. Graphic novels? Really? Must we always default to graphic novels for boys assuming that they can't or won't read actual books? (This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for full details.) Now don't get me wrong. I think the graphic novel shelf at my library here in Mayberry has its place (way, way, way back in the dimly-lit, far corner...ahem!). Sadly, however, it has quietly invaded an entire section of the children's wing creating quite a disparaging forecast for societal ignorance...the tyranny of the trendy...if ya' ask me. Boys were made for more than this! I wanted to scream when the pair whizzed past me on their way to the "wonderful selection." They need more than just uncomplicated story-lines haphazardly pieced together with thought bubbles. They deserve better than Sunday morning comic strips masquerading as "novels." As that well-meaning mother perused the graphic novels, I hung my head. I looked around at all the wonderfully-captivating books in the library and wondered if her young son would ever have a chance to read some of the greats. Or if he would always be relegated to twaddle simply because no one had the forethought to point him in a different direction? I suppose I'll never know. One thing's for sure, though, had she asked me for a book suggestion that day, I would have offered up the following titles, a timeless collection of stories that every young boy MUST READ! 20 must-read chapter books for young boys Farmer Boy Five True Dog Stories Homer Price McBroom's Wonderful One Acre Farm Mice of the Herringbone and others in the series Mountain Born Mr. Popper's Penguins My Father's Dragon and others in the series Ribsy and others in the series Squanto, Friend of Pilgrims Stewart Little Stone Fox The Bears of Hemlock Mountain The Boxcar Children The Chocolate Touch The Mouse and the Motorcycle and others in the series The Swiss Family Robinson The Sword in the Tree Tornado Twenty and Ten More books for boys Best Emergent Readers for Phonics-Based Reading 30 Character-Building Books for Young Boys Best Books for Boys: A Booklist Written by a Boy For more great book suggestions, be sure to head to iHomeschool Network and check out the Massive Guide to Homeschool Reading Lists! Set your homeschool day on autopilot! Thank you! Your task cards will be sent to your inbox shortly. Set your homeschool day on autopilot! No more nagging your kids to do their work. Grab my free Task Cards today. Yes, send me the Task Cards!
Adapted books are one of my favorite ways to teach new skills. They are fun and interactive. During the session they keep my students focused and engaged. I love using them with my students to teach them how to answer who and what questions. I am going to go through how I use my adaptive who and what books with my students. To get you started I have made my Adapted Family Book FREE. Sign up below for your free copy as well as additional ideas and tips. Success! Check your email for your FREE Adapted Family Book. There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again. Email Address I'd like to receive the free email course. Subscribe Vocabulary The first skill I use these book to teach is vocabulary. I go through the book with both who and what questions, labeling each pictures. I have my students repeat the names or point to the picture. The small choice pictures can be used to match with the larger pictures in the book. Sorting people vs Things After reviewing the vocabulary we sort the small choice pictures into people and things. I have them velcro the people on the who grid and the things on the what grid. Answering Questions I start my students using the what book that has no people in it. I read the question “What is next to the house?” The student finds the answer and places it on the sentence below the picture. I then read the answer. When my students are able to read the sentences and respond verbally they are encouraged to do this. As my student become proficient in answering what questions, I introduce the who book. We continue to sort people and things each session to help the students differentiate between who and what questions. As my students master this skill I introduce the book with both who and what questions. For students that struggle with the transition to this book I will limit their choices to only people when a who question is presented. Themes Each month I switch to a different set of who and what books, so my students do not memorize the books without truly learning the skills. This BUNDLE of adapted books includes the following: Adapted Family who and what questions Adaptive Fall who and what questions Adapted Halloween who and what questions Adapted Thanksgiving who and what questions Adapted Christmas who and what questions Adapted Snowman who and what questions Adapted Valentine’s Day who and what questions Adapted Leprechaun who and what questions Adapted Spring who and what questions Adapted Beach who and what questions Click HERE to check out the entire BUNDLE. I hope this helps you use these books to improve your students vocabulary skills and ability to answer who and what questions.
Use these 35+ Books to Teach Rules and Procedures for the classroom. Helpful for any teacher. Combat blurting out, tattling, lying, stealing, and bullying.
Struggling to get your boy to read? I've got a huge list of books that both of my boys(now 12 and 14) absolutely loved - and still read! These books engage the reader and help get them to love books!
Are you looking for books for your tween boy? This list of 21 series books for tween boys will definitely get your son excited about reading!
Help your 1st grader develop of love for reading with these 20+ first grade read aloud chapter books! These stories will help their imagination soar.
This list of character-building chapter books for boys is full of titles that will keep all ages asking for "one more chapter!"
Struggling to get your boy to read? I've got a huge list of books that both of my boys(now 12 and 14) absolutely loved - and still read! These books engage the reader and help get them to love books!
Doctor's office with kids? Car repair shop? We have a list FULL of activities for when kids have to wait. And the best part? No materials required!
Making inferences worksheets and activities aren't always easy for students, but there are fun ways to teach this challenging reading skill.
10 chapter books that are perfect to read aloud to children 4-6 years old. The book list includes classic and contemporary titles.
Need books for boys that totally rock? These nine book series for 7 - 9 year old boys will get them turning pages so fast you won't believe your eyes.
A month by month list of chapter books for kindergarteners to read aloud. Your whole year of read-alouds is planned with this free printable list of books.
Ever wondered how to make a book? This little tutorial will show you how to make one with just 1 single piece of paper! This is perfect for kids!
"Tis the season of giving and oh boy, do I have gifts for you, courtesy of Heather Eddy Art ! If you've ever wanted to create folde...
Plus follow-up activities and a free printable list.
Middle grade books are admittedly some of my favorites to read. Both when I was in middle school and now as an adult. My only regret is that I hardly read
With so many good options, what are the best read aloud books for 5th grade? These books will make great choices for your readers.
