Kari Boettler, Robinson School, Aurora, MO Intro The goal of this project was to start an after-school book club for 4th-grade English Learner (EL) students. Through the book club, students had opportunities to read multicultural picture books, learn new vocabulary, and participate in discussions about the stories. Students were encouraged to share their ideas and make connections using both English and their home language. The overall goal was to increase reading engagemen

Mareena Snarey, Monett Intermediate School / Pierce City Middle School Monett and Pierce City, Missouri Intro: The goal of this project is to increase multiliteracy and multicultural awareness with students through select read-aloud books. Of the many excellent books available, thirty were chosen as read-alouds for sharing weekly with the class throughout the school year. For each book, I also created a mini lesson on how the book could be used in the classroom to foster m