Middle School Café – Strategies & Support for Middle School ELA Teachers

Using Reading Challenges to Engage and Stretch Student Readers [Ep. 54]


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 Think independent reading has to disappear with a canned curriculum? Not so fast. In this episode, I’m sharing how flexible, low-pressure reading challenges can help you keep independent reading alive—even when you're tied to a scripted program. You’ll get ideas for tying challenges to curriculum themes, recognizing effort without rewards, and giving students meaningful roles that promote ownership. Whether you already use independent reading or want a manageable way to bring it back, this episode will help you re-engage mid to high-level readers and make reading feel relevant again. 

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Mentioned in this episode:

  • Episode 45: Why Independent Reading Still Matters—Even with a Canned Curriculum
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