Novel Effect Blog
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The Day You Begin: Novel Effect 1st-3rd Activities
Keep students engaged with Novel Effect activities before, during, and after your read-aloud of Jacqueline Woodson’s The Day You Begin.

What If Everybody Did That: K-5 Novel Effect Activities
Keep students engaged with Novel Effect activities before, during, and after your read-aloud of Ellen Javernick’s What If Everybody Did That.

Fintastic Shark Read Aloud Books
There’s no better way to take a bite out of reading than with shark books!

Interactive Read Aloud Books to Ignite Creativity
Have you ever experienced interactive read aloud books? They are quite a unique experience; one that you won’t forget. Interactive picture books require the listener

Out of This World Read Aloud Books about Space
You’ll have a space up your sleeve with these moon read-alouds! Engage readers with inspiring soundscapes that are out of this world.

Igniting Imaginations with Peter & Paul Reynolds
Learn how you can spark creativity, curiosity, and connection through your read-alouds from best-selling authors Peter H. Reynolds and Paul Reynolds.

Hammerhead Mad’s Not Bad Read Aloud Challenge
Novel Effect is excited to announce the addition of Slumberkins’ newest title, Hammerhead Mad’s Not Bad, to its library!

Creating a Summer Reading Routine
4th-grade teacher Diego Napoles wants to help you make summer reading easy and fun for your little learners! Get his best tips for creating a summer reading routine, whether you’re at home or on-the-go!

Our Military Kids Partner Spotlight
Novel Effect and Our Military Kids are teaming up to support summer reading opportunities and family togetherness for children nationwide.

Simon Calcavecchia on Celebrating Our Differences
Meet Simon Calcavecchia, author of the Frank and Mustard series and motivational speaker who shares his personal experiences to inspire positive character creation and effective storytelling.

Ninjarella: A Graphic Novel Activities for K-6
Use these printable activities after your read-aloud of “Ninja-Rella” to help 1st-6th students practice their ELA skills with this Far Out Fairytale.

Hansel & Gretel & Zombies: A Graphic Novel K-6 Activities
Use these printable activities after your read-aloud of “Hansel and Gretel and Zombies: A Graphic Novel” from the Far Out Fairy Tales series to help 1st-6th students practice their ELA skills with this Far Out Fairytale.