Kids Chapter Check-Ins

Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 6, the final episode, of our Because of Winn Dixie series.

In this episode we will check-in on Chapters 23-26 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our FINAL episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of theme
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 23-26, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 5 of our Because of Winn Dixie series where we check-in on Chapters 18-22 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our fifth episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of character change
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 18-22, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 4 of our Because of Winn Dixie series where we check-in on Chapters 14-17 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our fourth episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of point of view 
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 14-17, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 3 of our Because of Winn Dixie series where we check-in on Chapters 9-13 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our third episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of inferencing
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 9-13, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 2 of our Because of Winn Dixie series where we check-in on Chapters 4-8 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our second episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of text connections
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 4-8 , then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 1 of our Because of Winn Dixie series where we check-in on Chapters 1-3 of Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.

This is our first episode in the Because of Winn-Dixie series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of character traits
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 1-3 , then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Try out Episode 1 of the Because of Winn Dixie companion pack for FREE by clicking here. 

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

In this episode, you can use ANY book you're currently reading! Grab your book, press play, and think along as we practice “picking a purpose,” or choosing something specific to think about while you read.

You’ll explore nine different reading purposes and choose one to guide your thinking. You might track a character, notice changes, make connections, hunt for unfamiliar words, think about a theme, ask questions, or uncover something new. The goal is simple: read with a purpose and notice how it changes your thinking!

This episode is perfect for:

• independent reading
• classroom use
• listening in the car
• homework time

Just pause the episode when you need more reading or thinking time, and get ready to share your ideas!

If this episode seemed like a good fit, check out our novel studies where we explore popular chapter books together!

Looking for a fun way to keep practicing? Check out the FREE Pick Your Purpose Bingo, which works with any text and gives readers lots of different ways to focus their thinking while they read.

Looking for MORE? Check out our FREE RESOURCE LIBRARY to download sample companion packs and other resources, or stop by our shop for complete novel companion packs and more Choose Your Own Check-In bingo boards!

Thanks for checking in! Keep reading and keep thinking...because books are better together!

Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 6 of our The Lemonade War series where we check-in on Chapter 14 of The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies.

This is our FINAL episode in The Lemonade War series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of context clues
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapter 14, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the The Lemonade War companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 5 of our The Lemonade War series where we check-in on Chapters 12-13  of The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies.

This is our fifth episode in The Lemonade War series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of inferencing
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 12-13, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the The Lemonade War companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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Send Kids Chapter Check-Ins a Message!

Welcome to Episode 4 of our The Lemonade War series where we check-in on Chapters 10-11 of The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies.

This is our fourth episode in The Lemonade War series.

In this episode, listeners will

• Explore the reading skill of problem and solution
• Provide text evidence to justify their thinking
• Build vocabulary 
• Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

Read chapters 10-11, then listen and share your thinking!

If you'd like additional reading support, check out the The Lemonade War companion pack HERE. The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

Thanks for checking in!