49th Teachers Posts
Books for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This year, I want to invite you and your students to become readers of Indigenous literature.
Seven Picture Books with Big Feelings
Help little ones learn to sit with big feelings
8 New Picture Books for Storytime
With a new school year approaching, you may be preparing to select some new picture books for your classroom storytime. With so many to choose from, it …
Five Ways to Keep Kids Reading this Summer
Summertime is here! Instead of resting and relaxing, you’re worried about replying to that email in your inbox from a parent looking for advice on how …
14 Can't-Miss Middle Grade Books
I just finished reading two middle grade books that I loved so much, I would say they could be the best books I’ve read in a long time, and I read a …
Six New Kids' Books with LGBTQ+ Characters & Themes
Studying LGBTQ+ characters and themes should begin in the earliest grades and continue through high school. Teach from books that combat stereotypes, …
Books that Inspire Students to Overcome Adversity
For students who are quietly fighting battles at school each day, it can be powerful and validating to read about a character going through a similar …
Six New Graphic Novels That Teach Historical Events
Writers and illustrators of historical stories are particularly skilled at introducing challenging topics with thoughtfulness and understanding. Where …
All About STEM Books + Classroom Ideas
Books give important context to the concepts students are learning about in STEM classes. By promoting reading, not only are they helping their students …
New Picture Books + Classroom Ideas
You are never too old for picture books. I found a renewed interest in picture books while taking a course in children’s literature at university. As …