273. Dear Stellar Teacher: How Do I Effectively Teach A Novel Study?

In this episode of Dear Stellar Teacher, Emily and I dive into the world of novel studies for upper elementary classrooms. We share some of our favorite books and highlight strategies that make reading engaging while supporting comprehension and skill development. We cover how to plan and structure your novel study, including pre-reading activities, targeted vocabulary instruction, and highlighting important syntax. We also discuss the benefits of building related text sets and incorporating multiple genres into your novel study. Plus, we explain how the 3-2-1 reading routine and writing about reading can help students retain and...