The Read Aloud Classroom
A podcast to help elementary teachers incorporate more picture books into their school day by using read alouds across the curriculum.
Each week, I'll share picture book titles to guide you in your teaching. You'll find practical tips, innovative ideas, and a collection of handpicked picture books perfect for each subject.
Get ready to inspire, educate and empower your students with the captivating world of picture books. Happy reading!
The Read Aloud Classroom
50. MY Favorite Read Alouds!
We've reached episode 50 of The Read Aloud Classroom—and it's my birthday week! To celebrate both milestones, I'm sharing something deeply personal: my top 10 favorite read aloud picture books that have never failed to create magic in my classroom. These aren't just well-written stories; they're the books I reach for again and again because they consistently spark creativity, build classroom community, and remind me why I fell in love with teaching in the first place.
From "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" that unleashes incredible student imagination to "The Invisible Boy" that builds empathy like no other book can, each of these favorites has earned its place through countless read aloud sessions. I'll share not just what these books are about, but why each one holds such a special place in my teacher heart—and how they can transform your classroom moments too. Whether you're looking to refresh your read aloud collection or rediscover books that create genuine connections with students, this celebration episode is packed with inspiration for your teaching journey!
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📚 Books in this Episode:
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
- Strictly No Elephants
- Alexander
- Chrysanthemum
- The Snowy Day
- Our Favorite Day of the Year
- Jabari Jumps
- After the Fall
- Balloons Over Broadway
- The Invisible Boy
- How to Read a Story
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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)
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