In a December 31, 2023, post , I introduced you to Marshmallow, our school’s reading buddy. Once a month, Marshmallow and I conduct a read aloud in K-3 classes as part of our schoolwide literacy plan. Guess how excited I am for February 7, which has been deemed World Read Aloud Day! A quick Google search elicits results for tons of activities and titles to use to make this a fun-filled day with books. My go-to sites have been LitWorld and the website of children’s author Kate Messner for book titles, virtual author read aloud options, and activities. This post contains links to connect you with ideas, book titles, and themes to consider for read alouds that you can access all year. In February, I read Stickler Loves the World by Lane Smith. A wonderfully weird and fantastic book about enjoying all the grand and simple wonders in the world. If you want a book that’s quirky, funny, and full of wonders with great illustrations, read this! There is endless resear...