Happy Banned Book Week, friends! Are you ready to celebrate and learn??? Well, my 5th grade friends are! Inspired by this library’s photo, I created a display all in our classroom library.
One of our class belief statements is “Words Have Power.” This week will be a fantastic way to discuss this statement in relation to banned books. We’ll explore the idea that some books, some words have so much power or affect that people want to hide/keep them away from other people. We’ll read an informational article I wrote about censorship, and practice summarizing it (our new skill for the week)!
Additionally, with our goal of reading 40 books, I want to expose my kiddos to all kinds of different books, especially books they might not normally pick up. Banned Book Week happens to be another way to promote some awesome books and add a little more excitement to my kids’ reading routines!
Our school police office gave me 20 feet of yellow tape! It was such a money saver and made this a no-cost display. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for my students to meet the officer in a positive setting. They thought it was SO cool that a police officer came into our room. 🙂
I’ve included lots of different genres in the display, so hopefully all of my reader can find at least one book that intrigues or interests them!
What special holidays do you celebrate to get your students excited about reading?
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The Polished Teacher says
September 23, 2013 at 12:49 amYou are seriously the coolest teacher ever! Your 5th graders must love you!
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Jessica Lawler says
September 23, 2013 at 2:15 amWhat a cool display! I'm always amazed at some of the books they've put on the "Banned Books" list – some of the reasons are preposterous 🙂
I hope this gets your kiddos excited about reading!
~Jessica
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Eclectic Educating says
September 23, 2013 at 11:14 amThat display looks fantastic! What a great way to get kids excited! I am sure your students will love it!
Amy
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Deb Hanson says
September 23, 2013 at 9:28 pmWhat a fantastic display – and a great accompanying activity! Kudos to you!
~Deb
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Alison Rose says
September 25, 2013 at 4:09 amBrilliant. I would love to do this in my classroom. I bet your kids are over the moon about this!
Alison
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Melissa says
September 28, 2013 at 2:29 amThat looks like a lot of fun! I didn't even know there was a banned books week, but I'm pinning this idea!
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Darnee L.W. says
September 29, 2013 at 5:08 amYour display is amazing!!! Great job!
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Darnee L.W. says
September 29, 2013 at 5:08 amYour display is amazing!!! Great job!
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Chelsea says
September 30, 2013 at 2:48 amLove this idea! It definitely gets the kids excited!
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