Here is the plan for what to read and when. While it is not a big deal if you get behind, please do not read ahead and then share spoilers. It really hurts the experience for the students.
Peter H. Reynolds!
To make the collaboration easier for everyone, for the author study we recommend reading these books:
Week 1: The North Star
Week 2: I’m Here
Week 3: Ish
Week 4: Sky Color
Week 5: Going Places
Week 6: Your Choice!
Yes, I know that the incredible book “The Dot” is not on this list. That’s because International Dot Day is September 15th so some of you may have already read and used it by the time we start October 6th. But, the final week of the Global Read Aloud is always a free choice so feel free to use it then if you would like.
Book Choices:
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
Why this book: This new classic has been nominated every year as a wonderfully engaging story that reads aloud beautifully.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 4
Week 2: Chapters 5 – 9
Week 3: Chapters 10 -14
Week 4: Chapters 15 -19
Week 5: Chapters 20 – 24
Week 6: 25 – coda
The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm
Why this book? I am one of the lucky ones that have read an advanced copy of this book, and besides being immediately sucked into it, I think it will be a wonderful read aloud. The story is whimsical, thought provoking and can definitely lead to bigger connections being made.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 5
Week 2: Chapters 6 – 10
Week 3: Chapters 11 – 15
Week 4: Chapters 16 – 20
Week 5: Chapters 21 – 25
Week 6: Chapters 26 – end
One for the Murphy’s by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Why this book: Anyone who has read the book will know why. This incredibly touching story that carries heavy themes is a story about transformation, love of the deepest kind, and survival of the spirit.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapter 1 – 8
Week 2: Chapter 9 – 17
Week 3: Chapter 18 – 25
Week 4: Chapter 26 – 33
Week 5: Chapter 34 – 42
Week 6: Chapter 43 – end
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Why this book? This book was first runner up last year and came back strong this year. This incredible story of one girl’s courageous battle and, yes, transformation, is one that will resonate globally.
Weekly Breakdown:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 4
Week 2: Chapters 5 – 8
Week 3: Chapters 9 – 12
Week 4: Chapters 13 – 16
Week 5: Chapters 17 – 20
Week 6: Chapters 21 – end
Peter H. Reynolds!
To make the collaboration easier for everyone, for the author study we recommend reading these books:
Week 1: The North Star
Week 2: I’m Here
Week 3: Ish
Week 4: Sky Color
Week 5: Going Places
Week 6: Your Choice!
Yes, I know that the incredible book “The Dot” is not on this list. That’s because International Dot Day is September 15th so some of you may have already read and used it by the time we start October 6th. But, the final week of the Global Read Aloud is always a free choice so feel free to use it then if you would like.
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
Why this book: This new classic has been nominated every year as a wonderfully engaging story that reads aloud beautifully.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 4
Week 2: Chapters 5 – 9
Week 3: Chapters 10 -14
Week 4: Chapters 15 -19
Week 5: Chapters 20 – 24
Week 6: 25 – coda
The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm
Why this book? I am one of the lucky ones that have read an advanced copy of this book, and besides being immediately sucked into it, I think it will be a wonderful read aloud. The story is whimsical, thought provoking and can definitely lead to bigger connections being made.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 5
Week 2: Chapters 6 – 10
Week 3: Chapters 11 – 15
Week 4: Chapters 16 – 20
Week 5: Chapters 21 – 25
Week 6: Chapters 26 – end
One for the Murphy’s by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Why this book: Anyone who has read the book will know why. This incredibly touching story that carries heavy themes is a story about transformation, love of the deepest kind, and survival of the spirit.
Breakdown for the 6 weeks:
Week 1: Chapter 1 – 8
Week 2: Chapter 9 – 17
Week 3: Chapter 18 – 25
Week 4: Chapter 26 – 33
Week 5: Chapter 34 – 42
Week 6: Chapter 43 – end
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Why this book? This book was first runner up last year and came back strong this year. This incredible story of one girl’s courageous battle and, yes, transformation, is one that will resonate globally.
Weekly Breakdown:
Week 1: Chapters 1 – 4
Week 2: Chapters 5 – 8
Week 3: Chapters 9 – 12
Week 4: Chapters 13 – 16
Week 5: Chapters 17 – 20
Week 6: Chapters 21 – end
A big change for this year’s project is the removal of grade levels. Instead, just pick the book you think will best suit your class and your goals. All of the books chosen share the themes of transformation and love, something I think all students can relate to.
The Global Read Aloud 
Thank you! FYI- Ish and The Dot are available on Tumblebooks.
I miss the grade level suggestions. I teach 5th grade and like to not read the book before reading it with my students so that we experience if for the first time together.
Just to clarify, the 6 picture books are to be read during the weeks of the global read aloud? Are those books part of the discussion as well?
For fifth grade I would recommend The Fourteenth Goldfish or One for the Murphy's. Murphy's is a more mature read though so it depends on your students
The author study is instead of a chapter book so yes, they all happen at the same time
Pernille,
Thank you again for organizing this for all of us. Congratulations on your new position. Your new district is fortunate to have you! We are cheering you on from just down the road in Stoughton.
Hope your year begins with wonder and delight!
Mary
This is awesome! Thanks tons, Pernille. What an amazing community event you have created. Honored to be a part of it!
You could read any of these with 5th grade, except maybe The Fault in Our Stars. I would say that one may be a little mature for them. 🙂
This will be my first time joining this and I am very excited! Are there discussion forums for students and teachers depending on the book you read? Also would all books be ok for grade 7? I have only read 'Fault in our Stars' thanks so much for the info
With my 7th graders I am planning on asking them which book they want to listen to or do the author study? I have 5 sections so there can be choice. You can do all books with 7th graders but TFIOS is definitely a bit mature.