As part of ILA's month-long #WRAD2026 celebration, Vanessa Siino Haack shares a video model for The Raven by Edgar Allen Poe. In it, she offers insights into her think-aloud process and engaging students.

Watch the full video: buff.ly/iuWYHld

Check out ILA's read-aloud resources: buff.ly/5zWr4CN

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At-home read-alouds build more than literacy—they build connection. 🏡 Here are 10 practical strategies families can use to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and engagement during storytime: buff.ly/XALPAig

Want more read-aloud resources? Check out ILA's #WRAD2026 list: buff.ly/njxdwhW

In the light the MS's ticking clock that that awaits all Library Science Teachers, may I present the flowering garden that Library Science Teachers (post secondary) still cultivate in Library Schools all over South Africa:

World Read Aloud 2026 - Cape Town, South Africa
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Had a terrific time last Wed. chatting with kids in different states. Thank you to all who invited me to their classrooms.

#wrad #wrad2026 #middlegrade #teachers #librarians #elementaryteacher #elementaryschool #KidLit #schoollibraries #authorvisit #readaloud #teachers #educators

🤩📕📙 Loved reading SPARKLES FOR SUNNY and TRICKY CHOPSTICKS for #WRAD2026 & answering fun, inspiring Qs! Started with a school in Uzbekistan, then 8 schools in 5 states (NJ/NY/CA/MI/MO). Can’t wait 'til next year!
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It was an awesome experience reading Robo-Motion🤖🐆 to a class in India 🇮🇳! (even if I was Zooming close to midnight). And of course kitty wanted in on the action.
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#HBOutoftheBox: Happy #WorldReadAloudDay! To help you celebrate, here are some recommended books, tips, and testaments to the power of reading together. www.hbook.com/story/happy-... #WRAD #WRAD2026

Thank you to @carriefinison.bsky.social for joining my kinders on this WRAD! They loved it and have cleaned out our shelves of all your books! #tlsky #wrad2026

Today is World Read Aloud Day--a day to share books with the children in your life. #WRAD #WRAD2026 #reading #readers

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Celebrate Learning with Us on this #WorldReadAloudDay! 📚
When we #read aloud, we ignite pathways in the brain that shape #literacy, language, and our behavioral development. Every #story becomes a building block for lifelong learning.
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Today is World Read Aloud Day! Am visiting 5 classrooms over zoom this morning and reading my picture book. Hope it's a blast!

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Three cheers for @katemessner.com for all her coordination with #WRAD2026 sign up sheet. I'm sure it was like herding cats!

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World Read-Aloud Day is on February 4, and ILA is celebrating all month long! 📖✨

We're starting with our brief highlighting how purposeful read-alouds—paired with independent reading—support comprehension, vocabulary, and knowledge building for all learners: buff.ly/tcqMndB

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WRAD 2026 is approaching! Join the challenge!

Read aloud. Make it normal.
📸 Share a photo or a 1-minute read-aloud clip and invite African Children’s Stories as a collaborator.

#readaloud #africanchildrensstories #celebratelearning #WRAD2026 #storytelling #literacy #reading #WorldReadAloudDay

I have a few slots left that may work for those not on the East Coast: bit.ly/AmithaWRAD2026 #WRAD2026

#WorldReadAloudDay #teachers #reading #literacy

A New Tale for a New Year By Tina Cho

Happy New Year! The January edition of our newsletter, with an intro by educator Tina M Cho, is ready to read. Find book news, teaching tips, World Read Aloud Day (WRAD2026) signups, book news, inspiration, & more! 💕📚💕
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#edusky #booksky #schoollibrarians #skybrarian #WRAD2026

I love World Read Aloud Day where authors and kids connect over books virtually.

Please email me at reeaugustine@reeaugustine.com for sign up times.

#wrad #wrad2026 #middlegrade #teachers #librarians #elementaryteacher #elementaryschool #KidLit #schoollibraries #authorvisit #readaloud

Self-Published Volunteers for World Read Aloud Day 2026 World Read Aloud Day 2026 will be on February 4, 2026! Educators and librarians, I know you have so many wonderful authors to choose from when looking for a volunteer for your students. I’m h…

Teachers and librarians! The list of Self published volunteers for World Read Aloud Day 2026 is up on my blog! Head over to get all the details & see the wonderful authors who can read to your group on Feb 4! #wrad2026
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Had a blast visiting three classes today for Illinois Read Aloud Day. Next #wrad2026 is in February! Schedule a zoom/Google meet up and we can chat #CatchingCryptids!

Books Are Beacons of Light: Sharing the Power of Story By Vivian Kirkfield

Our Dec newsletter, with an article written by @viviankirkfield.bsky.social is ready to read! Find book news, teaching tips, World Read Aloud Day (WRAD2026) schedules, inspiration, a book bundle giveaway and more. tinyurl.com/43rz5b4f

#edusky #booksky #teachers #skybrarian #WRAD2026 #bookgiveaway

Sign Up Now! Free Virtual Storytime with Amitha Jagannath Knight. February 4, 2026 Signup: https://bit.ly/AmithaWRAD2026 Graphic features a starry space background and images of book cover for Usha and the Big Digger, author photo, and World Read Aloud Day logo.

I'm participating in #WorldReadAloudDay February 4, 2026. Signup for a free virtual storytime with me through my google form: bit.ly/AmithaWRAD2026

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Heads up #kidlit world, World Read Aloud Day 2026 will be on Feb 4th! Visit worldreadaloudday.org. #WRAD2026 #WorldReadAloudDay @litworld.bsky.social