Every fall, thousands of students participate in the Global Read Aloud. This project was created by teacher Pernille Ripp with the goal of using books to connect kids around the globe. Over a six-week period, teachers and librarians read aloud to students and help them share their thoughts with other children who are reading the same books.
| This year, first and second grade participated in the GRA by reading books by Australian author, Mem Fox. To introduce the concept of Global Read Aloud, we started with All Over the World. During our next session, we read Koala Lou, which has many Australian animal characters. Then we brainstormed a list of Austin animals and shared our ideas with other classes on a Padlet. Finally, students took a Google Lit Trip around Australia to see the places visited and learn more about the foods eaten in Possum Magic. |   |
We wrapped up Global Read Aloud by creating letters to send to other students who also participated. Each second grade class worked with Ms. Ricter to compose a letter telling about Austin and sharing their class's favorite Mem Fox book. After that, first grade students designed illustrations of their favorite Mem Fox books to be included in the letters.
Over the last two weeks, first and second graders have had an opportunity to read some of the letters we received back. We've gotten letters from all over the globe, including Canada and Thailand! It's been a fun experience for all and has left us feeling a little more connected to our fellow students around the world.
Over the last two weeks, first and second graders have had an opportunity to read some of the letters we received back. We've gotten letters from all over the globe, including Canada and Thailand! It's been a fun experience for all and has left us feeling a little more connected to our fellow students around the world.
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