Question: What’s Your Solution to Get Students Reading Whole-Class Novels?
We’re gathering tips for students reading whole-class novels. If this is something you struggle with, check out the comments.
Teaching a novel can be a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for rich discussion, shared experiences, and deeper analysis. But what do you do when some students take to the text and others simply don't? It’s a common challenge to reading whole-class novels—whether the students are struggling to keep up or choosing not to read, the disparity can make it difficult to move forward together.
How do you handle reading whole-class novels when not everyone is on board? Have you found ways to motivate or help students stay engaged? Maybe you've experimented with alternatives like audiobooks, discussion circles, or differentiated assignments. Your insights could make all the difference for another teacher navigating this challenge.
Share your solution in the comments, and let’s create a resource of ideas.
At Edutopia, we ask questions like this because we love hearing about what works for you and how your strategies benefit students. These insights provide valuable inspiration for other educators facing similar challenges. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, there’s always something new to learn.
Going Beyond reading whole-class novels
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