📚 112 Back-to-School Read Alouds + Activities That Work With (Almost) Any Book!

The back-to-school season is an exciting time: it offers a fresh start, introduces new routines, and provides the chance to build a classroom community from the very first day. Personally, the most effective way for me to ease into the year, set expectations, and connect with my students has always been through read-alouds.

This inspired me to create a Back to School Read Aloud Library featuring 112 incredible titles that are ideal for the initial weeks of school. These books cater to grades PreK–5 and cover topics such as friendship, inclusion, emotions, growth mindset, routines, problem-solving, and more.

But I didn’t stop at just compiling a list of books...

To enhance the impact of these read-alouds, I paired them with a library of engaging, open-ended activities that can be used with almost any book. These are not book-specific worksheets that work only once. They are versatile tools designed to support comprehension, cultivate classroom culture, and inspire meaningful conversations.

The start of the year is all about building trust, practicing routines, and getting students talking. Read-alouds give us the perfect springboard for all of that. The books open the door to important conversations, and the activities give students a voice and a chance to make connections, both with the story and with each other.

Even better? These activities are ready-to-go and low prep. You can use them with your whole class, in small groups, or even during independent stations!

Want to check it out? Whether you’re a new teacher building your classroom library or a seasoned pro looking to refresh your first-week toolkit, this bundle has everything you need to kick off the year with intention and joy.

Let’s make back to school smoother, kinder, and more connected... one read-aloud at a time. 💕

Grab the Freebie here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Back-to-School-Read-Alouds-for-PreK5th-Grade-13910645

The Read Aloud Activities PLUS Back to School Reader's Theater for 1st-3rd grade are also available at my TPT Store!

Read Aloud Activities: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Read-Aloud-Companion-Activities-for-Grades-PreK5-13913734

Wishing you the most magical school year!

Love,

Kristen