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.
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. |
 Articles 10 Reasons Nonreaders Don't Read — and How to Change Their MindsGrades: 1–2, 3–5, 6–8, 9–12 Expert advice on how to change the minds of kids who hate to read. |
 Author Interviews Talking With Brian SelznickGrades: 3–5, 6–8 The author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck on motivating reluctant readers, the magnetic pull of movies, and... |
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Book Lists The Best Graphic Novels for Reluctant ReadersGrades: 3–5, 6–8 Ten graphic novels and illustrated books that promise to draw in even the most reluctant reader |
