Novel Effect Blog
for grown-ups who read with kids

Love to Read Aloud
The perfect day to share your love! Love is… in the air! You’re going to love the soundscapes we’ve collected to challenge you to show

World Read Aloud Day Challenge
Let’s step up to the challenge on World Read Aloud Day! It’s World Read Aloud Day on Feb 2, 2022! Our celebration of the power

12 Days of Magic Read Aloud Challenge
Fill your holiday season with magic! In our newest read aloud challenge, we’ve selected a line up of 12 of our favorite winter-active read alouds

Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin: Orchestra Exploration
Orchestrate a memorable storytime during Classical Music Month with “Zin! Zin! Zin! A Violin” activities. Unite reading and music in perfect harmony!

The Tale of Benjamin Bunny Activities
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny activities keep students engaged in listening skills during an interactive read-aloud.

Titles that Celebrate Black History
Picture books provide a spotlight on Black History; providing learners with a window into the lives and achievements of African Americans.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Activities
Use these Ruth Bader Ginsburg activities with the ebook and soundscape to honor the life and legacy of of this Supreme Court Justice.

Ruby Bridges Book Activities
Use these Ruby Bridges book activities to learn about the heroic actions of a 6 year-old, and extend the themes and content of the book.

President Joe Biden Activities
During Election Day or Presidents’ Day, use the Joe Biden activities to learn more about his journey to the White House.

Owl Moon: Imagery and Sounds
Explore ‘Owl Moon’ activities, designed to illuminate imagery! Dive into vivid visuals with literacy based activities for young minds.

A Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding Activities: Word Jumble & Craft
Get ready for some festive fun with our Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding activities to pair with your Novel Effect read-aloud!

Llama Llama Red Pajama Activities
The Llama Llama Red Pajama activities and soundscape engage students in speaking, listening, and social skills.