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ES Literacy Classroom Library Setup

Classroom Library Setup

Your classroom library is a critical lever in helping scholars develop an authentic passion for reading and strong in-school and at-home reading habits.

The classroom library must be carefully organized so that it is both exciting and usable! Give your classroom library ample space so it’s the focal point of your classroom. It must look like a magical, inviting, and enticing space where scholars are excited to book-shop each week.

Your library must include:

  • Leveled books for independent
  • Read Aloud Library
  • Literacy Unit/Project Based Learning

How Do I Get to Know My Library?

Key Books to Know

Use these recommended books to stock your classroom with high-quality literature and make great book recommendations during Book Shopping. The recommended book lists below include key books to know and leveled books for independent reading.

Recommended Kindergarten Books
Recommended 1st Grade Books
Recommended 2nd Grade Books
Recommended 3rd Grade Books
Recommended 4th Grade Books

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