Try The Day The Crayons Made Friends Picture Book Companion
GET EVERY STUDENT ON BOARD WITH READING, ONE PICTURE BOOK AT A TIME.
The Confetti Bookshelf Vault is a growing library of picture book lists and resources for upper elementary teachers who want to build confident, independent readers.
Build reading stamina, create confetti moments, and show reluctant readers the magic in every book.
Reading isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. 🌈
YOU’RE READING TO A TOUGH CROWD.
Some students devour the story, while others do just about anything else.
- Half the class zones out when you open a book.
- Engaging students in reading is tough. Getting them to think deeper about reading is a whole other battle.
- Finding stories that support your standards is time-consuming.
- Extension activities take a long time to plan and prepare.
Then, you find The Confetti Bookshelf Vault! 🎊
YOU WANT TO CREATE LIFELONG READERS.
BUT YOU’RE NOT SURE HOW.
You’ve tried all the popular strategies to inspire a love of reading —You’ve tried all the popular strategies to inspire a love of reading —
- Googling book lists for upper elementary students online
- Taking students to the library to pick out their own book
- Buying comic books and graphic novels for your class library
- Reading popular chapter books in class
- Doing book talks, First Chapter Fridays, and reading challenges
But not much has changed. Your struggling readers are still struggling. And you’re stressed over finding time for these strategies. Not to mention, you feel lost on how to turn these moments into meaningful reading experiences.
READING HAS SOME SERIOUS COMPETITION.
It feels hard to engage students in reading because you’re fighting a bigger battle. Video games, YouTube, and social media have trained students’ brains to expect constant stimulation.
Sitting down with a book can’t compete with that… unless you have the right tools.
The Confetti Bookshelf Vault is filled with doable, low-lift reading resources that build stamina and engage even the most reluctant readers. The resources inside make it easy to slip meaningful activities into your daily routine.
Sitting down with a book can’t compete with that… unless you have the right tools.
what you really want
ENGAGED IN READING
All students, including SPED and EL students, engaged in reading.
SEL WITHOUT THE EXTRA PREP
MEANINGFUL READING ACTIVITIES
CONFIDENT, INDEPENDENT READERS
Students reading confidently and independently.
And that’s exactly what you’ll experience with The Confetti Bookshelf Vault! 🎊
STOP GOOGLING BOOK LISTS AND SCROLLING PINTEREST FOR ACTIVITY IDEAS.
Here’s the thing that makes all of this easier:
The Confetti Bookshelf!
PICTURE BOOK MAGIC, MADE EASY
BUILD READING STAMINA, CONFIDENCE, AND CONFETTI MOMENTS
on the bookshelf
A PEEK INSIDE THE VAULT
Take a peek at the picture book lists, seasonal resources, SEL activities, and extension activities waiting inside The Confetti Bookshelf Vault.
MONTHLY BOOK LISTS
Book recommendations for January through December, with twelve picture book ideas for each month plus summaries and activity ideas.
NATIONAL HOLIDAY BOOK LISTS
Pair unique holidays with picture books, quick celebration summaries, fun facts, and turn-and-talk questions.
SEASONAL BOOK LISTS
Seasonal picture book recommendations for back-to-school, winter, football season, and more, with prompts and activity ideas.
PICTURE BOOK EXTENSIONS
Go beyond the read-aloud with no-prep prompts, morning meeting questions, RACE practice, and comprehension activities.
★★★★★
“I teach 5th grade in California, and this saved me so much time incorporating picture books into my reading lessons to make my students more engaged!”
5th Grade Teacher
BRING THE CONFETTI BOOKSHELF TO YOUR CLASSROOM.
Each resource is teacher-created, classroom-tested goodness. Resources are low-prep and simple to implement, without losing their impact in the classroom!
Use The Confetti Bookshelf to —
- Strengthen reading skills during your literacy block
- Plan your read alouds and morning meeting activities
- Support students in your teacher station
- Quickly create centers for your literacy block
- Fill your library with books your students love
- Practice SEL skills without giving up class time
PURCHASE ONCE. ACCESS FUTURE RESOURCES FOR FREE!
The Confetti Bookshelf Vault is a growing library of resources! Currently, there are 40+ resources inside, including book lists, picture book extension activities, SEL activities, and more.
- Instantly access 40+ current resources
- Get book lists, picture book extensions, SEL activities, and more
- Access all future additions for free
- Lock in the current $39 price before the vault grows
When new resources are added, the price will go up — so grab The Confetti Bookshelf Vault today to save!
Have we met?
I'm Courtney, the veteran teacher behind Ramona Recommends.
I will always tell you to read a picture book in class and the lover of a crispy Diet Coke.
I wasn’t always the kid who loved reading. In third grade, I was diagnosed with dyslexia and an auditory processing disorder. Reading was a struggle. With time, though, I found ways to work with my brain, and my love of reading grew.
I created The Confetti Bookshelf Vault to support every reader in your classroom. I want your students to fall in love with picture books, build reading stamina, and experience their own confetti moments. With this vault, students will strengthen their reading skills, grow their confidence, and discover that reading can feel meaningful, joyful, and fun.
QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU GRAB THE CONFETTI BOOKSHELF?
WHAT GRADE LEVELS DOES THE VAULT WORK FOR?
The resources inside The Confetti Bookshelf Vault are written and created specifically for upper elementary students in grades 3–5. However, you can also use these resources to support English language learners and students receiving special education support who may benefit from lower-level reading materials.
HOW DO I ACCESS THE VAULT?
All of the materials in the vault can be found in Google Drive. This makes it easy to access your resources, save them, and receive vault updates.All of the materials in the vault can be found in Google Drive. This makes it easy to access your resources, save them, and receive vault updates.
WHEN WILL THE VAULT BE COMPLETE?
There are seven planned additions to The Confetti Bookshelf Vault, including monthly book lists and picture book extension activities. One new resource will be added each month in 2026, and the vault should be complete by the end of 2026.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
Due to the digital nature of this resource, there are no refunds. If you are unhappy with your purchase or are struggling to access the materials, please contact ramonarecommends@gmail.com.
WHERE READING SKILLS GROW AND READING LOVE BEGINS.
With The Confetti Bookshelf Vault, your students can engage with picture books in meaningful ways, build reading stamina, and celebrate their own confetti moments.
Instant access • 40+ resources • Future additions included