Teaching Themes
Independent Reading: Everything You Need
Tips and ideas for how you can use independent-reading time to help your students build literate lives.
Strategies to Use During and After ReadingGrades: PreK–K, 1–2, 3–5, 6–8 These strategies give students the means to read and respond to challenging texts. |
Cold-Weather Chapter BooksGrades: 3–5, 6–8 From gripping stories of survival to tales of winters long ago, these books will warm up your independent reader's season. |
Mystery Stories for Younger ReadersGrades: 1–2, 3–5 Keep the pages turning with these chapter books and series that invite your child to follow the clues and solve the case. |
Historical Fiction for Independent ReadersGrades: 3–5 Reading about the past helps your child understand the present. Try these top titles, including both classics and lesser-known gems. |
Books of Interest to Independent ReadersGrades: 1–2, 3–5 Experts share their favorite chapter books and biographies for grade-schoolers. |
Series for Independent ReadersGrades: 1–2, 3–5 Whether your grade-schooler is a reluctant reader or a book addict, series packed with action, magic, history, and humor are sure to please. |
Back-to-Nature Books for Independent ReadersGrades: 1–2, 3–5 Celebrate spring with these outdoor-themed books. |
