12. Binge-Worthy PD: Your Holiday Reading List for Teacher Growth

Are you looking for a simple yet impactful way to squeeze in a little professional development during the holiday break? I absolutely loved to use this time off to not only recharge but to binge a professional development book I knew I wouldn’t have time to read while in the classroom. 

Before diving into books, we typically like to know if they are helpful and worth the read, especially if we are reading them during our breaks. To help you find a book that may be just what you’re looking for, I put together a list of five amazing and binge-able books I love and trust and think that you will really enjoy reading over break! 

In this episode, I am sharing an overview of each of these incredible books and the top objectives covered in each so you can find the right one for your professional development needs. 

Episode Highlights:

03:57 - Why High Impact Instruction by Jim Knight is great for both new and veteran teachers 

07:37 - What book to read if you are looking to help struggling readers and build a culture of reading in your classroom

11:39 -  Why I consider 7 Mighty Moves to be a comprehensive toolkit for early literacy educators

14:50 - The perfect professional development book if you are looking for strategic ways to bring the science of reading into your classroom

18:46 - What book I recommend if you are looking to create an environment where students are encouraged and excited to engage in a diverse range of texts

Resources:

• High Impact Instruction by Jim Knight  
• From Striving to Thriving by Stephanie Harvey and Ann Ward 
• Shifting the Balance by Katie Cunningham, Jan Burkins, and Kari Yates
• Above the Fray by Julia Lindsey
• 7 Mighty Moves by Lindsay Kemeny
• Free Close Reading Guidebook
• The Literacy Lounge Facebook group
• Leave your rating and review on Apple Podcasts!

Show Notes: https://cieraharristeaching.com/episode12

Mentioned in this episode:

The Thinking Reader* is a must-have for teachers looking to bridge the gap between phonics and deep comprehension. Packed with research-backed strategies, this book helps students think critically and truly understand what they read.

https://cieraharristeaching.com/the-thinking-reader/