The Best Read Aloud Books for Elementary Classrooms (Grades 1–3)
I've stood in front of a lot of classrooms and opened a book. Here's what I've learned about what makes a great read aloud — and the books I'd put on any elementary teacher's list for Grades 1 through 3.
To Every Teacher Who Said Yes: Happy Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week doesn't get nearly enough fanfare. As an ICU nurse who's spent the last few months visiting Boise classrooms for read-alouds, I've seen firsthand what teachers do — and I have a few things I need to say. This one's for every teacher who said yes.