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By MARISSA DESPINS Updated May 17, 2024 IVAN Read Alouds To Add To Your Novel Study “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate is a compelling story told from the perspective of a silverback gorilla named Ivan, who lives in captivity at a shopping mall. Ivan, who has grown accustomed to his life behind glass walls,…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated April 11, 2024 Favorite Earth Day Read Alouds for Upper Elementary Earth Day is more than just a day; it’s a global reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and cherish our planet. As educators, we have the unique opportunity to plant the seeds of environmental stewardship in the minds of our young…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Nov 16, 2023 Time to get festive: Christmas Read Alouds for Elementary ELA The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread cheer in your elementary ELA classroom than with some heartwarming Christmas read alouds? Whether you’re looking to revisit timeless classics or explore new and enchanting tales, this curated…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated Oct 3, 2023 Halloween Read Alouds for Upper Elementary Halloween is right around the corner. This makes it the perfect time to pull out some favorite Halloween read alouds to capitalize on the excitement students are already feeling about this spooky holiday. I have curated some of my very favorite Halloween read alouds…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated June 18, 2024 Indigenous read alouds are wonderful ways to acknowledge Truth and Reconciliation Day, and start the conversation about this important piece of Canada’s history. These stories are a great way to introduce and celebrate the vibrant cultures of Canada’s Indigenous people. In this post I have rounded up some…
By MARISSA DESPINS Updated March 15, 2024 Planning Interactive Read Alouds Hello! I am back to talk to you all about planning your next Interactive Read Aloud! In my previous posts, I talked about what Interactive Read Alouds are, and benefits of working them in to your classroom routine. Looking for some Interactive Read Aloud resources that…