Just like most students, my students love a great read aloud.  And I love reading great books to them.  I also feel the pull of packing in all that I can into every moment I

Interactive read-alouds are the best way to keep your students engaged while teaching them important reading skills and strategies. Read tips for planning!

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What are interactive read alouds? Tips and tricks for interactive read aloud planning with resources and teaching ideas for elementary.

Are you trying to figure out how to plan a read aloud? These tips and strategies are sure to help with your interactive read aloud lesson plans!

Learn all about interactive read alouds and how wildly beneficial they are to your budding kindergarten and first graade readers! This blog post talks about what an interactive read aloud is, how to plan an interactive read aloud lesson, and what your lesson will look like in the classroom. After reading these tips you're sure to feel confident tackling these fun lessons!

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We all know the importance of reading stories in the the classroom. They can build background knowledge on a topic being discussed. It is a great way to increase vocabulary. Students get excited about learning. Plus, you can increase students reading and listening comprehension. I want to challenge you to go beyond they everyday read ... Read More about Interactive Read Aloud

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