Use an interactive SMART Notebook spinner to randomize students' book selections and push students in a new direction with their reading. This one-page SMART notebook contains a spinner with nine genres including graphic novels as well as more traditional formats. Allow your students to spin once for a random choice or twice for a choice of genres. The discussion that revolves around this activity is enlightening and effective. Created by Julie Hiles.
I have taught for 14 years at the elementary level. My teaching experience includes 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades. I currently teach 5th grade and have been at this position for 7 years now.