read alouds

Tips for Read Aloud Time with Kids

If you’re new to reading aloud, or just want some refresher notes, I’ve got a list of tips that will help you make the most of the read aloud time with your kids. Tips for Read Aloud Time with Kids 1. Choice When you’re picking books to read, remember, there is no perfect book! And […]

7 Creative Ideas for Finding Read Aloud Time

You probably already know that READING ALOUD to children is VERY good for them, specifically their brains…and hearts. It’s a beneficial daily learning vitamin for so many ages. Not just the under five set. All ages! We only just recently stopped reading aloud to my 14-year-old daughter. (Sob!) Let me just recap the big benefits […]

Read Aloud Books for 7th and 8th Grade

Yes, reading aloud to middle school students in 7th and 8th grade benefits them just as much as in elementary school. Immeasurably. Besides the enjoyment kids get when listening to a story (who among us doesn’t love a good audiobook?), you can introduce your 12- and 13-year-old readers to a new author or book series, […]

The Best Read Aloud Books for 6th Grade

When you select a 6th grade read aloud book for your 6th graders (ages 11-12,) use this list to find the best recommendations from both teachers and from me. All of these books are compelling and well-written so next, you’ll want to consider the purpose of your read aloud book. Here are some things to […]

Brilliant Family Read-Aloud Books for Kids of Different Ages

A reader recently wrote to me asking for read-aloud chapter book ideas that appeal to different ages of kids. Whether you’re taking a family road trip or at home reading with kids of different ages, you want books that ALL your kids will enjoy. But is it even possible to find a book that kids […]

Read Aloud Books for 5th Grade

Looking for a good book for fifth grade, ages 10 and 11? Use these read aloud book ideas to teach things like reading strategies, literary devices, character arc, and more. Also, you can integrate the historical and realistic fiction books on this list to with your current events and history content. More Read Aloud Book […]

Read-Aloud Books for 4th Grade

Teachers and parents, do you need suggestions for good read-aloud books for the 4th grade? Research shows that reading aloud, as you probably know, expands vocabulary, improves comprehension, develops imagination, increases attention span, and best of all, engages readers in wonderful stories! What’s more, sharing a read-aloud story can offer a wealth of instructional value […]