Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of choosing from over 100 new picture books? I get it—sometimes having too many amazing options can make planning feel harder, not easier. That's exactly why I created this episode: to give you my top 10 picks from the brand-new 2025 Read Aloud Guide. Think of it as your "best of" sampler—the books I absolutely couldn't resist highlighting because they're that engaging and that teachable.
In this episode, I'm sharing 10 incredible picture books that will captivate your students and make your teaching life easier. From themes and character traits to problem-solving and teamwork, each book comes with a ready-made lesson plan in the Colorful Apple Book Club. Plus, I'll show you how to download a free printable version of this minimalist guide so you can keep these titles handy when you're planning. If you're looking for fresh, meaningful read-alouds without the guesswork, this episode is for you!
💙 Get the 2025 Read Aloud Guide here!
📖 Download the 2025 Minimalist Read Aloud Guide (free!)
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📚 Books in this Episode:
- Nellie’s Big Splash
- The Gift of Words
- Wish in a Tree
- Saif’s Special Patches
- Orson and the World’s Loudest Library
- Signs of Friendship
- The Trouble with Giraffes
- The Littlest Drop
- Beansprout
- The Most Magnificent Team
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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)
The Colorful Apple
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