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The Choice Literacy library contains over 3,000 articles and 900 videos from 150+ contributors. Classic Classroom and Literacy Leadership subscribers have access to the entire library. Content is updated continuously, with five to six new features published each week.
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May 22, 2026: Picture Books
This week’s newsletter is about using picture books with all ages of students.
Unlikely Friendships: A Multi-Generational Booklist
Teachers understand the power of relationships and how we, as humans, need connection. Leigh Anne Eck has compiled a booklist of unlikely friendships that span generations.
May 15, 2026: Things That Mean the Most
This week’s newsletter is about small moves that make a big difference.
Making Meaning of Story Through Modeling
To develop a deep understanding of subject matter, comprehension is necessary across all content areas. Jodie Bailey shows the intricate use of bar models and a slow-reveal method for solving a problem by providing time and space for students to make sense of the story before jumping into action.
“I Was Scared”: Mary’s Story
Bitsy Parks offers wise insight about a student who often ran from the classroom in kindergarten. When she joined Bitsy’s first-grade class, everyone was surprised by the student’s new attitude and willingness to learn. Bitsy reflects on what made a difference.
May 8, 2026: Reflecting on Growth
This week’s newsletter is about using reflection to identify growth in students.
April 24, 2026: End-of-Year Plans
This week’s newsletter is about closing the school year.
Addressing Attention Spans
Jodie Bailey nudges us to be aware of the changes in attention spans and to provide opportunities to build time management skills.
Let the Math Linger: Creating Spaces and Conditions for Students to Revisit Math Materials Over Time
Mallory Messenger takes a fresh look at the spaces in classrooms where math can “linger.” By being intentional about the lingering experiences students have in math class, we can shift students’ thinking of math as isolated, daily math problems to connected math experiences ready for continued thinking and learning.
Eight End-of-the-Year Routines
Mandy Robek compiles eight ways to close the school year with intentional growth and joy.
Cool Things Happening This Year: Celebrating Greatness from Within
“Cool” things are happening all around us. Why search and scroll online when we are surrounded by ideas in real life? Heather Fisher guides us in creating celebration and reflection routines for the adults in the school.
March 27, 2026: Special Edition: Spring Break
This week’s newsletter is a special edition curated with articles inspiring teachers to thrive.
March 20, 2026: Stay Mentally Fit!
This week’s newsletter is about healthy mental wellness for teachers.
Building Community and Culture with a Restorative Approach
Rather than focus on managing student behavior, Leigh Anne Eck considers restorative practices. In this article she shares about proactive circles with a literacy twist.
Navigating Complex Conversations with Young Children
Sometimes, in a world that feels divisive and intense, it is hard to sit before a rug full of children and teach the next phoneme sound or math strategy. Becca Burk shares practical strategies for navigating tricky conversations with young children. From books to read, conversation stems, and how to return to academic learning, Becca leads us all in knowing how to steady the room, and then teach.
March 6, 2026: Navigating a Literacy Curriculum
This week’s newsletter is about navigating a literacy curriculum.
Pattern Seeking and Visualizing Numbers Lesson Structure
Powerful images, diagrams, and visuals can spark curiosity and encourage students to make connections they may not make otherwise. Mallory Messenger shares three number visuals and gives practical applications for any math classroom. Don’t miss her list of resources.
Tips for Navigating a Scripted Literacy Program
Mandy Robek offers encouragement and tips for teachers who are navigating a highly structured literacy curriculum.
February 27, 2026: The Power of Reading
This week’s newsletter is about making time for independent reading.
The Chain
Gretchen Schroeder addresses the doomsday messages about students’ reading abilities and then lets us peek into her high school classroom of active readers.
February 20, 2026: Routines for Literacy
This week’s newsletter is about routines for literacy.
February 13, 2026: Special Edition: Straight from the Heart
This week’s newsletter is a special edition curated with articles straight from the hearts of our contributors.
February 6, 2026: Using Literacy for Good
This week’s newsletter is about using literacy for good.
What Type of Mistake Was It?
How can we help students reflect on their mistakes so that they can be honest with themselves about the type of error they made? Mallory Messenger offers suggestions for how to position students to reflect on their mistakes during problem solving.
January 30, 2026: Keep Steady
This week’s newsletter is about staying grounded when change happens.
From Meet-Cutes to Happily-Ever-Afters: A Romance Genre Study
Gretchen Schroeder decided to capitalize on her high school students’ interest in romance novels and designed a genre study. Romance novels may not seem like the most obvious choice for academic rigor, but they offered a shared language to talk about love, power, identity, and relationships—conversations that matter both on and off the page.
January 23, 2026: Let’s Talk About Books!
This week’s newsletter highlights the Book Guides.
January 16, 2026: The Humanity of Teaching
This week’s newsletter is a reminder abut the heart of teaching..
Short Story Anthologies
Melissa Quimby makes a case for short story anthologies and invites you to explore some of her favorite collections.
December 12, 2025: Let Choice Shine
This week’s newsletter is about practical ways to offer students choice.
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