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Books del Sur curates Latin America Spanish-language literature to support dual language curriculum.

Classroom Library: Recursos y Lecciones

Our classroom libraries offer a collection of high-quality picture and chapter books designed to meet the needs of diverse independent readers. With a range of genres and books across reading levels, these engaging stories and rich illustrations help foster a love for independent reading.

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Key Factors for Independent Reading Success

While we can’t include TIME and SPACE directly on this page, we recognize that these two elements are the most critical resources for supporting independent reading with classroom libraries. Setting aside time and creating a dedicated reading space will greatly enhance students’ engagement and success.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the options? Check out our presentation on the importance of classroom libraries and how to effectively integrate independent reading into your classroom.

Resources for Implementation

  • Student-Created Labels: Get your students involved by having them organize the library with labels they create themselves. It's a simple and engaging way to organize your books while fostering a sense of ownership in the classroom. [Read more here]
  • Genre Identification Activity: Introduce and explore different book genres using your classroom library. This activity encourages students to diversify their reading by engaging with various genres. For additional support, use Genre Posters in Spanish to enhance the activity. [Read more here]