40. Setting Up Your Year of Intentional Read Alouds

Picture this: It's the second week of school, and you're frantically grabbing random books off your shelf, hoping they'll somehow connect to what you're supposed to be teaching. Sound familiar? What if I told you that just a few hours of intentional planning this summer could transform your entire year of read alouds into purposeful, curriculum-connected teaching moments that actually make your job easier?

In this episode, I'm sharing my four-step system for setting up intentional read alouds that work seamlessly across all subject areas. We'll cover creating your personalized curriculum roadmap, evaluating books for maximum teaching potential, planning for classroom management success, and making every read aloud truly meaningful. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear action plan for preparing read alouds that support your teaching goals while bringing back the joy and confidence you want to feel during these special classroom moments.

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