Read-Alouds and Presentations Week to Week by Grade Level

Week of March 25, 2024 | TK-Fifth Grade
California Young Reader Medal Picture Book Nominee 5 of 5 | Vote

California Young Reader Medal Picture Book Nominee | Book 5 of 5 
Negative Cat, by Sophie Blackall
After begging his family for a cat, a boy finally gets his way, on the condition that he works on his reading, which he struggles with. But Max the tabby cat turns out to be not the best pet--at first. Based on a true story, revealed in the back matter.

Video Kids read to cats in Berks County, PA, at the Animal Rescue League (running time 2:01 min.)

California Young Reader Medal Picture Books | Review and Vote
Review past nominees. Students vote by a show of hands (no peeking!)

Crafty Connection Color and cut out cat shape friend to read to and use as a bookmark.

About the CYRM California Young Reader Medal Program ​

Week of March 25, 2024 | Fourth and Fifth Grade
​CYRM Intermediate Novels Reading Challenge (Optional)
Voting Party Wednesday this Week During Lunch

Optional CYRM Reading Challenge | Vote Wednesday, March 27 During Lunch In October 2023, students in fourth and fifth grade were invited  to read the three nominated CYRM intermediate novels and be ready to vote for their favorite. Voting day is March 27, during lunch. Participants will eat their lunch in the library, vote, and receive prizes and giveaways. Students qualify to participate by completing this WORKSHEET and returning it to Mrs. Snively by Tuesday, March 26.
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​About the CYRM California Young Reader Medal Program