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Welcome to my Read Aloud Resources Wiki!

I love reading aloud to the students in my class. In addition to picture book read alouds related to focus mini-lessons and reading aloud from texts in the content areas, I also read aloud from a novel, short story, or poetry anthology every day after my students return to the classroom from recess. This routine helps to calm them down after the unstructured time of lunch and recess. For my lower readers, it allows them to share in the pleasure of a well-written story at a higher reading level than they may be able to read independently. For my higher readers, it expands their experience with different series, authors, and genres, and sometimes it introduces them to a new favorite.

This wiki is intended for use by elementary teachers, particularly those who teach 3rd - 6th grade. It contains basic information about reading aloud and its benefits. It provides suggestions for resources to help busy classroom teachers select new read aloud materials for their classrooms. It provides details about the E.B. White Read Aloud award and a list of past winners and honor books. It also contains useful links related to each of the winners and honor books for older readers.

Dawn Watson C&I 444 Illinois State University