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Bookopolis Book-Giving Guide – 2019

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on December 22, 2019
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Need one more gift for the young reader in your life? We got you covered. Check out these lists of kid-approved book lists organized by grade level and genre. Bookopolis Book Lists for 2nd-8th Graders […]

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8 Tips to Get Kids Reading this Summer

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019
  • Resources - Educators

1. Give Kids Choice Most kids will read more if you truly let them choose what to read. Don’t stress out if it’s the 5th comic book they’ve read this week. You’re helping them build a habit of […]

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How Will Kwame Alexander Change Children’s Literature? by Michelle Ardillo

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on May 22, 2018
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I wholeheartedly agree with this article about the amazing Kwame Alexander. I’ve heard him speak at a reading conference and at our local bookstore and was blown away both times. He is funny, warm, and […]

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The Best Children’s Books of 2017, According to Kids

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on December 21, 2017
  • Recommendations for 3rd-6th Graders

With over 30,000 new children’s books published each year, it’s hard to know which ones your child MUST read. I am constantly scanning awards lists, review journals, local bookstore picks, and online reviews to figure […]

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Reads for Super Readers: 9 Books for 8- to 12-Year-Old Bookworms

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on October 21, 2017
  • Recommendations for 3rd-6th Graders

How do you know if you’re a bookworm? Here’s one test: Do you get super excited when the character in a book you’re reading is reading a book that you’ve read? If you’re not confused […]

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Learn about your Students’ Reading Life

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on August 8, 2017August 8, 2017
  • Resources - Educators

Here are two easy ways to get to know your students as readers at the beginning of the year.   1. Create a “Desert Island” Book List Have students create a list of their favorite […]

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Top Ten MG Books to Use as Read Alouds Beginning of Year by Cassie Thomas

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on July 3, 2017
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Great list of read alouds to consider for next year. I’ve done several of these with Bookopolis Book Clubs and added the rest to my #tbr pile.

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Summer Reading Lists (2017)

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on May 18, 2017May 18, 2017
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Bookopolis Summer Reading Book Lists 2nd Grade Summer Reading Picks  or download list here 3rd Grade Summer Reading Picks  or download list here 4th Grade Summer Reading Picks  or download list here 5th Grade Summer Reading Picks  or download list […]

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Reflections From My Reading Life by Lainie Levin

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on March 27, 2017
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For parents and teachers who worry about their kids reading at the “wrong” level or reading too many graphic novels…here’s a perspective for you.

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You Have a Gift, Not a Label by Peter H. Reynolds

  • by mayorofbookopolis
  • Posted on March 27, 2017
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Source: You Have a Gift, Not a Label by Peter H. Reynolds

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