Tag: Reading Different Texts

Teaching with Book Series: How Newbery Books Boost Engagement

Teaching using the Dolittle Movie

Book series have a special place in students’ hearts and in literacy instruction. From Harry Potter to Percy Jackson, series spark engagement, build reading stamina, and create lasting connections with characters. This post explores classroom activities for book series, including Newbery winners and the Doctor Dolittle books, that help students practice critical thinking, inference, and …

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Books for Teaching Empathy to Upper Elementary Students

Great Books for Teaching Students About Empathy

Books are powerful tools for helping students step into another person’s shoes, understand different experiences, and embrace compassion. Whether you’re tackling topics like disability, learning differences, or prejudice, stories can create meaningful conversations that stay with students for life. Below is a collection of impactful books grouped by theme, along with classroom discussion ideas and …

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