As the end of the school year approaches, we start to do lots of packing, lots of cleaning, and lots of thinking about what we want to do differently next year. Packing up your classroom library is no View Post
2020 Summer Reading For Kids Book List
There are hundreds of book lists for kids on Growing Book by Book. But, this one is extra special. It's the first annual Summer Reading for Kids Book List. As adults, we enjoy summer reading book View Post
Dragons Love Tacos Activities
I haven't met a child who didn't like tacos. Well, even dragons like them in Dragons Love Tacos. The book quickly became a favorite in classrooms everywhere. Grab the salsa and try these Dragon View Post
Children’s Books About Trees
Maples, oaks, and elms...they are all beautiful. Read these beautiful children's books about trees with the students to learn all about them and their importance to the earth. Science books are a View Post
Great Podcasts About Children’s Books and Literacy
I listened to my first podcast almost 5 years ago and instantly became hooked. Some days I even think that I'll start my own podcast! If you do a little digging you can find some great children's View Post
Sensory Play Ideas for Extending Stories
I'm always looking for ways to extend our read-alouds. Books just naturally ask us to continue exploring, thinking, and experiencing. So, designing a sensory bin where students can explore, think View Post
We’ve Got Book Mail (Build Excitement for Books)
Are you looking for ways to create enthusiasm for books and listening to read-alouds? I've got a super-easy idea that will generate interest in your next read-aloud each day. It's called book mail View Post