10 Perfect Books For Read Alouds In Your Future Classroom | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

10 Perfect Books for Read Alouds in Your Future Classroom

What future teacher doesn't have their whole classroom figured out, pinned, and planned on Pinterest?

29
<a style="background-color:black;color:white;text-decoration:none;padding:4px 6px;font-family:-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "San Francisco", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Ubuntu, Roboto, Noto, "Segoe UI", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:12px;font-weight:bold;line-height:1.2;display:inline-block;border-radius:3px" href="https://unsplash.com/@paul__schafer?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=photographer-credit&utm_content=creditBadge" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Download free do whatever you want high-resolution photos from Paul Schafer"><span style="display:inline-block;padding:2px 3px"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" style="height:12px;width:auto;position:relative;vertical-align:middle;top:-1px;fill:white" viewBox="0 0 32 32"><title>unsplash-logo</title><path d="M20.8 18.1c0 2.7-2.2 4.8-4.8 4.8s-4.8-2.1-4.8-4.8c0-2.7 2.2-4.8 4.8-4.8 2.7.1 4.8 2.2 4.8 4.8zm11.2-7.4v14.9c0 2.3-1.9 4.3-4.3 4.3h-23.4c-2.4 0-4.3-1.9-4.3-4.3v-15c0-2.3 1.9-4.3 4.3-4.3h3.7l.8-2.3c.4-1.1 1.7-2 2.9-2h8.6c1.2 0 2.5.9 2.9 2l.8 2.4h3.7c2.4 0 4.3 1.9 4.3 4.3zm-8.6 7.5c0-4.1-3.3-7.5-7.5-7.5-4.1 0-7.5 3.4-7.5 7.5s3.3 7.5 7.5 7.5c4.2-.1 7.5-3.4 7.5-7.5z"></path></svg></span><span style="display:inline-block;padding:2px 3px">Paul Schafer</span></a>
Paul Schafer via Unsplash

If you're anything like me, you are constantly going on Pinterest to see what kinds of things you can use to teach certain topics or just to see how other teachers organize and set up their classrooms. However, recently I have been looking into what kind of books I want to have in my classroom library, which brought me to read alouds. I would really like to teach third or fourth grade, so I was looking through popular kids books. Here are some books that I have read or would like to read in my future classroom!

The BFG

The Big Friendly Giant (The BFG) is definitely a classic, so it was a no-brainer to include it! This book, by Roald Dahl, was one of the main reasons why I wanted to become a teacher, especially a third grade one! My third-grade teacher read this book to us over a few weeks and I just remember loving it so much and we got to watch the movie afterward. Oh yeah, I highly recommend this book!

Pippi Longstocking

Personally, I did not enjoy this book. However, I think that students will love going on Pippi's whimsical adventures and seeing how trouble will ensue. You can easily pull lessons out of this book and have them enjoy the story!

Charlotte's Web 

How can you resist such a cute story? This book is truly a classic and it would be a crime to leave it out!

Wonder

Such a good book with an amazing story! Not only will the kids enjoy the story, but they will learn an amazing lesson: tolerance and acceptance!

A Wrinkle in Time

Personally, I have not read this book. However, I feel like students will enjoy going on the exploration with the characters! Plus, with the movie coming out not too long ago, they will probably be more engaged!

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Again, I have not read this book yet, but it seems very popular! If you have seen the movie "Hugo," then this is the story behind it!

Pax

Another seemingly popular book! Although I have not read this one yet, it is definitely on my list! It is a book about friendship and life...I may need tissues for this one.

A Series of Unfortunate Events 

Who doesn't like a good laugh? These books are hilarious and have the right amount of mystery in there for your students! Once you read them one, I am sure they will go back for more!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

I really like these books! I think they show a lot of personality, are pretty funny and will help keep everybody's attention. Your students will be sure to love it because they will be familiar with the movies that came out along with them.

Because of Winn Dixie

Again, who doesn't love a cute animal story? This book is a classic story about a girl and her best friend. I loved it when I was in third grade and I still love it now!

When you're struggling to figure out what to put into your classroom library or what to use as a read aloud, think to yourself "when in doubt, Pinterest it out!" and look for some ideas! This is a list of some classic ones and ones that are always on the "must-read" lists. Who doesn't love to read children's books?

From Your Site Articles
Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Relationships

10 Facts All People In A Large Family Can Confirm During The Holiday Season

The holiday season can be the best and most stressful time of the year, especially when more people are involved.

1098
kids jumping

The holidays are full of lights, sweets, sweaters, and your favorite movies. There's nothing quite like this period from the beginning of December through January. Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years. The fun of it all.

I don't know about you but with my large Italian family something is always going on during this season. It can be the most wonderful time of the year while also being the most hectic. These are a few things you know if your family is anything like mine during this time.

Keep Reading...Show less
10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over
reference.com

To those who celebrate, you just spent an entire day cooking an elaborate meal with all of your favorite foods. You probably ate your body weight in pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes. What happens now? Oh yea, Christmas. It’s time to take out all of the decorations and Christmas themed things that have been sitting in the attic since last year; it’s time to make a reappearance. So, here are 10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

18 Things I Want To Do Now That I'm 18

I'm technically an adult, so I'm legally required to live a little, right?

4380
Happy Birthday Cake

For the entirety of my high school career, I was always seen as the goody-two-shoes. I never got in trouble with a teacher, I kept stellar grades, and when I wasn't doing extracurricular activities, I was at home studying. Even when I did go out, it was usually with a bunch of fellow band geeks. The night would end before 11:00 PM and the only controversial activity would be a fight based on who unfairly won a round of Apples-to-Apples when someone else clearly had a better card (I promise I'm not still holding a grudge).

Now that I'm officially an adult, I want to pursue some new things. I want to experience life in a way that I never allowed myself to do prior to entering college. These are the years that I'm supposed to embark on a journey of self-discovery, so what better way to do that than to create a bucket list?

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics

The holiday classics that shaped my life

2689
10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics
Flickr

The holiday season is full of stress, debt, and forced conversation. While we rush through the month of December, it's important to take a step back and enjoy the moments before they're gone. Most families love to watch Christmas movies, but these beloved films provide more than entertainment. Here are 10 life lessons that I've learned from the holiday classics we watch every year.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

202072
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments