We've all been there - standing in front of our classroom library, staring at hundreds of books, wondering which one to choose for tomorrow's read aloud. Maybe you've even done what I've done – grabbed a book off the shelf at the last minute, only to realize halfway through that it just wasn't the right fit for your lesson. In this episode, I'm sharing my tried-and-true process for selecting the perfect book for your interactive read aloud, including five essential questions that will transform how you choose books for your classroom.

This is episode two in our special series on mastering interactive read alouds. We'll explore how to choose books that not only engage your students but also maximize your teaching time. From considering your students' listening level to finding books with rich vocabulary and meaningful connections to your curriculum, you'll learn exactly what to look for when selecting books for your read alouds. Don't miss this episode that will help you choose books with confidence and purpose.

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The 'Organize Your Read Alouds' workshop is a free 5-day training that helps elementary teachers create a complete system for fitting meaningful read-alouds into any schedule, selecting the perfect books for each comprehension strategy, and asking questions that truly develop students' thinking skills.

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