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Best Mini Lesson Books for Elementary Students

Elementary students look forward to read aloud times whether they're kindergarteners or fifth graders. Draw on their love for listening to entertaining stories to branch off and teach other, maybe not so exciting skills like inferencing or writing with strong leads and memorable details. Using literature to teach skills not only promotes literacy and learning, it helps teachers create focused, authentic lessons. Check out your objectives for teaching then adjust the suggestions to fit your needs. The books are all favorites and can be used in a number of ways so choose your goal, provide examples through reading, and encourage students to make connections and extend their learning in a fun, memorable way. These books are all worthy of being on your shelf.

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Amy Williams
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For over twenty years, Amy Williams has been one of the leading educators in the Lone Star State, creating unique, innovative lessons and progressive... Read more