Drop everything and read

i made this today instead of studying and decided -i need to read a LOT more books -i'm going to live in an ikea catalog inspired obviously by D.E.A.R. (oh elementary school) which i was reminiscing about last night

10 Reading Week Ideas No comments Read Across America, Reading, reading week, Teaching Ideas Once a year we get the opportunity to dedicate a full week to all things related to reading. Reading Week, or Read Across America, is such a great way to instill a love of learning in students. This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase through one of my links. For more information about my Disclosure Policy, please…

Hi! I am Michelle from Teach123. I am excited to be a guest blogger. Have you read the book, Readicide, by Kelly Gallagher, yet? This book reminds me a little of the book, The Book Whisperer, by Donalyn Miller. If you haven't read these books, they should be on your "must read" list. Both authors agree that a quality reading program should include D.E.A.R. time. They also stress the importance of choice in reading material, too. Reading programs can not be all teacher selected materials if…

Fun FREEbies for Drop Everything And Read Day!

Each year on April 12th, we celebrate a national day to honor reading. Even better, the whole month is often devoted to activities and events to encourage the love of reading in your children and within your family and circle of friends. The first D.E.A.R. Day was introduced in Beverly Cleary’s book Ramona Quimby, Age 8. The goal of the program is to make reading a regular part of everyone’s routine.

Pique student interest in reading by having a picture book scoot. This exposes students to a variety of book elements, all while engaging students!

This April 12th Drop Everything and Read! Stop the housework, and pick up a book to read to your kids, or to read just for yourself. I've got some popular book ideas that you might want to grab before hand though.

10 Reading Week Ideas No comments Read Across America, Reading, reading week, Teaching Ideas Once a year we get the opportunity to dedicate a full week to all things related to reading. Reading Week, or Read Across America, is such a great way to instill a love of learning in students. This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience. I earn a small commission each time someone makes a purchase through one of my links. For more information about my Disclosure Policy, please…

According to the official DEAR website, all you have to do to participate is read for 30 minutes today, but you do that every day, right? So, why not go all out?