Grades K–5 Rising Voices Libraries In our diverse and interconnected world, children of all backgrounds need cultural awareness to succeed in school and in life. But in most classrooms, BIPOC stories are still in short supply. The Rising Voices Library is here to help you shift the balance with culturally relevant book collections , teaching materials, and digital resources that celebrate the academic, social, and linguistic backgrounds of all children. Each Library Includes: 50 books per grade level • 25 titles including 5 anchor texts (2 copies each) • Convenient storage bins • Labeling stickers 5 Teaching Cards (one per anchor text) • Read-aloud tips • Background and cultural context • Important vocabulary • Activities to extend learning Teacher’s Guide (either K–2 or 3–5)
• Implementation strategies • Tips for multilingual learners • Engaging discussion prompts
• Tips on having difficult conversations • Inspiring essays by Rising Voices mentors • Family engagement ideas Access to a teacher-facing digital resource site
• Teacher resources organized by theme and anchor texts • Lessons at a glance for each read-aloud anchor text • Writing and book club discussion prompts • Reading log form for students to record, track, and reflect • Family letter in both English and Spanish
12 scholastic.com/classroomlibraries
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