7 Books I Like to Read with Students Before We Check Out Books

A few years back I shared a batch of books that I like to read with students before we check out for the first time. You know, books about books that can lead to a conversation about the checkout process in my K-3 elementary school library.

Those book choices have shifted a bit, and I’ve added a couple more to the mix. So here’s the update:

With kindergarten students, I like to read . . .

With first grade students, I like to read . . .

With second grade students, I like to read . . .

With third grade students, I like to read . . .

What are your before check out go-to read alouds? If you have one, share it in the comments?

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