Welcome to Growing Book by Book. I’m here to help you meet the needs of ALL your growing readers. My name is Jodie Rodriguez. I’m a mom and educator. You can read more about me on the about me page. Here is a quick tour of what you will find on Growing Book by Book to help you.
This site is dedicated to helping caregivers (parents, teachers, homeschoolers, librarians, etc.) nurture our youngest readers (ages 0-8).
Please Note: Any wording that you see in green on my page means you can click on it and it will take you to more information.
Start the Tour of Growing Book by Book
Below you will find the big topics covered on Growing Book by Book: Book Lists, Teaching Reading, Teaching Writing, and School and Home Partnerships
Book Lists
This page has lots and lots of book lists on a variety of topics. Please let me know if you don’t see a topic you are interested in listed. I’m always looking for book list ideas!
Two of my post popular book list posts are 101 Books Every Child Should Hear Before Kindergarten and Preschool Books.
Reading Activities
One of my many positions held as an educator was as a Reading Specialist! I love reading! Here you will find lots of reading activities to help build young readers from babies to beginning readers. Topics include: alphabet, comprehension, creating a print-rich environment, decoding, read-alouds, phonemic awareness, shared reading and much more!
Writing Activities
On this page you will find ideas to help nurture young writers. Ideas for handwriting, spelling and word work, making books and more.
Family and School Partnerships
Family Dinner Book Club
This is one of my favorite projects. Each month we recommend a book for families to read. We also share a menu, table decoration crafts, family service project and table conversations for a successful dinner club.
Table Topics
365 table topics to get kids talking at the dinner table. These topics also work great for the lunch table at school!
———————————
If you want to get started with the newest posts, just click on “home” at the top of this page or the Growing Book by Book logo. You can also access all of these categories in the top menu bar. There is also a search bar where you can type in what you are looking for in the sidebar.
Don’t miss any of the great literacy ideas. Sign up for our FREE newsletter delivered right to your inbox. There is always exclusive content shared just for newsletter subscribers.
Still can’t find what you are looking for? Contact me and I’ll be happy to help!
Enjoy gathering great ideas to help reach ALL the needs of your growing readers.