Celebrate January National Days with These Fun Classroom Books & Activities
January can feel a little gloomy because we close the door to the holiday spiral from Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years and more. With
5 Engaging Picture Book Activities to Try This January
January can be a very gloomy month, but it doesn’t have to be that way! You can have your classroom buzzing with engaging activities that
24 Picture Books That Stole Our Hearts in 2024
As we bid farewell to 2024 and look ahead to the new year, I’m thrilled to share my list of the top 24 picture books
December Picture Books That Spark Joy and Healing
December in my classroom was a magical mix of joy, connection, and heartfelt moments, all thanks to some truly incredible books. Students lit up with
Warm Up Reading Skills with Winter Inferences
As the winter season blankets {some parts of} the world in snow, it’s the perfect time to bring frosty themes into your classroom lessons. One
Finding Comfort Through Grief and Picture Books
It has been 730.49 days since I lost my best friend. I have never done this before. It has been one of the hardest and
Build Classroom Joy With This Heartwarming Picture Book
Discover the Magic of “Our Favorite Day of the Year” in Your Classroom Have you ever wondered how to create a classroom environment where every
Teach Inference with the Magic of “Always Everly”
Hey, book-loving friends! It’s Courtney here, and today I’m sharing a picture book that will spark meaningful conversations in your classroom while helping your students
Why Picture Books Saved My Love for Reading
This is a true story… I know what it takes to create a lifelong reader. I know what it feels like to be a struggling