Are your students rolling their eyes at independent reading time? In this episode, I’m sharing how I created a culture of reading in my middle school classroom that shifted reading from a chore to something students genuinely enjoy.

From rethinking how I organized my classroom library to finding new ways to approach book talks and First Chapter Fridays, I’ll walk you through simple but powerful strategies that helped foster reading excitement. You’ll also hear why student choice is key—and the one reading practice I use that always sparks discussion (and a little controversy!).

If you're ready to help your students see themselves as readers and build a classroom where books matter, this episode is for you.

Read more in the show notes. 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Ideas to build a classroom library without breaking the budget
• 12 Ways to Encourage a Culture of Reading with your Students

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