Dr. Michael Kester-Haynes

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Grade 2 Library Units

Unit Plan 11 (Grade 2 Library): Learning from Many Voices and Experiences

Grade 2 library unit on listening to diverse voices, discussing respectfully, and learning that different books, viewpoints, and experiences all belong.

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Unit Plan 10 (Grade 2 Library): Questions That Help Us Learn

Grade 2 library inquiry unit on asking questions, using books and images for clues, and building learning through wonderings across lessons.

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Unit Plan 9 (Grade 2 Library): Favorite Books, Favorite Routines

Grade 2 library reflection unit on favorite books, routines, and growing independence as readers through meaningful end-of-quarter reflection.

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Unit Plan 8 (Grade 2 Library): Retelling and Reconstructing a Story

Grade 2 library unit plan on story retelling, sequencing, and key events through oral, visual, and partner activities that build comprehension.

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Unit Plan 7 (Grade 2 Library): Stories from Different Places and Perspectives

Grade 2 library unit exploring stories and informational texts from different places, communities, and traditions to build perspective, respectful discussion, and thoughtful response.

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Unit Plan 6 (Grade 2 Library): Working with a Partner in Library

Grade 2 library unit that helps students build stronger partner skills through turn-taking, shared materials, respectful listening, and collaborative tasks like sorting, retelling, comparing books, and simple inquiry work.

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Unit Plan 5 (Grade 2 Library): Asking Good Questions

Grade 2 library unit on asking questions before, during, and after reading, using pictures, headings, labels, and captions to build understanding and stronger responses.

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Unit Plan 4 (Grade 2 Library): Choosing Books for Interest and Purpose

Grade 2 library unit plan that helps students choose books with purpose by exploring interests, asking questions, trying new genres, and building thoughtful reading habits.

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Unit Plan 3 (Grade 2 Library): Listening Closely and Responding Thoughtfully

Grade 2 library unit on active listening and thoughtful oral response that helps students notice details, make predictions, and share story-connected ideas during read-alouds and discussions.

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Unit Plan 2 (Grade 2 Library): Book Care, Checkout, and Responsibility

Grade 2 library unit on book care, checkout routines, and shared responsibility that helps students build independence with borrowing and returning books.

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Unit Plan 1 (Grade 2 Library): Welcome to Library Learning

Grade 2 library unit on routines, checkout, storytime, and respectful participation that builds independence, responsibility, and a welcoming reading community.

Parent Tips Featured

Parent Tips: Conference Season That Actually Works—What to Ask, What to Bring, and What to Do After

Prepare for parent-teacher conferences with smart questions, clear priorities, and a follow-up plan that turns polite meetings into real action.

Grade 3 Library Units

Unit Plan 36 (Grade 3 Library): Celebration of Reading, Inquiry, and Library Growth

Celebrate Grade 3 library growth with an end-of-year unit on favorite books, inquiry, reflection, and respectful community that honors every learner’s journey.

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Unit Plan 35 (Grade 3 Library): What Kind of Reader and Learner Am I Becoming?

Explore Grade 3 library reading identity with a reflective unit on favorite genres, topics, strengths, growth, and goal setting that builds confident, purposeful readers.

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Unit Plan 34 (Grade 3 Library): Sharing Books, Projects, and Inquiry Learning

Explore Grade 3 library presentation skills through book talks, project sharing, and inquiry responses that build clear communication, respectful listening, and source-based explanation.

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Unit Plan 33 (Grade 3 Library): Library Helpers and Shared Leadership

Build Grade 3 library leadership with student helper roles in organization, routines, setup, discussion, and shared responsibility.

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6-8 Lesson Plans Featured

Lesson Plan (Grades 6-8): Food Truck Finance Challenge - Budgeting, Pricing, and Marketing a Mini Business

Engage grades 6-8 in a food truck business simulation where students budget costs, set prices, calculate profit, and pitch a realistic marketing plan.

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Unit Plan 32 (Grade 3 Library): Looking Back at Our Learning

Reflect on Grade 3 library growth as students revisit reading, inquiry, routines, and research skills while building confidence and independence.

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Unit Plan 31 (Grade 3 Library): Learning from Many Formats

Compare print books, audio, images, and digital sources in this Grade 3 library unit as students explore formats, build inquiry skills, and reflect on learning.

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Unit Plan 30 (Grade 3 Library): Growing More Independent in the Library

Build Grade 3 library independence with routines for checkout, transitions, center work, cleanup, and responsible use of books, tools, and shared spaces.

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Unit Plan 29 (Grade 3 Library): Different Readers, Different Interpretations

Help Grade 3 students explore reading identity by comparing interpretations, reflecting on book preferences, and growing through new genres and formats.

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Unit Plan 28 (Grade 3 Library): Books and Topics That Make Us Think

Explore big ideas in this Grade 3 library unit as students reflect on stories and informational texts through discussion, writing, and supported reading responses.

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Unit Plan 27 (Grade 3 Library): Responsible Use of Materials and Technology

Build Grade 3 library responsibility with lessons on book care, device use, routines, shared spaces, and independent habits that support the whole class.

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Unit Plan 26 (Grade 3 Library): Retelling, Performing, and Presenting

Grade 3 library unit on retelling, performance, and oral presentation that helps students speak clearly, sequence ideas, share roles, and communicate understanding.

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Unit Plan 25 (Grade 3 Library): Discussion Skills That Deepen Learning

Strengthen Grade 3 library discussion with a unit on building on ideas, asking follow-up questions, and participating in respectful, connected conversations.