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What is Word Guesser? The Word Guesser game on Fathom Reads is a word-guessing game that challenges players to guess a word within six tries. As players enter a word, the letters used will change colors to represent how close their guess is to the secret word. On Fathom Reads, users can access the Word Guesser game in three different […]
What are Read-Alongs? Read-alongs are educational tools that combine auditory and visual elements to enhance the reading process for students. In a read-along, students follow along with a narrator while also viewing the corresponding text at the same time. This synchronized audio-visual experience helps to improve reading fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and pronunciation skills. By actively engaging students, read-alongs help foster […]
Many know June as the start of summer, but it is also audiobook appreciation month! Through audiobooks, readers can expand their vocabulary, improve their literacy skills, and dive into thrilling adventures that come alive through the power of spoken words. Fathom Reads offers over 1200 eBooks that are read aloud in English, with some being read aloud by in Spanish, […]
Here it is… the June Must Read List! As the school year comes to an end and summer adventures await, this list of must reads offers a variety of exciting and interesting stories that will ignite imagination, foster a love for reading, and encourage continued learning. The list covers a wide range of topics for all ages, so there is […]
May is here meaning its a great time to explore new books for the last stretch of the school year! This must read list includes 10 different eBooks available on Fathom Reads that can be used to captivate students throughout the month. Targeting a wide range of ages, grade levels, and topics, this list surely has something for everyone. Now, […]
In 1970 there were little to no environmental protections. For example, the Environmental Protection Agency, Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act did not exist. That’s why Senator Gaylord Nelson pushed Earth Day as a way to force the issue onto the national agenda. The annual event falls on April 22nd and calls on everyone, everywhere to do something good […]
April is here, so it’s that time for your April Must Read List! In this month we have Richter Scale Day, World Aquatic Animal Day, Earth Day and so much more. Below you will find a list of 10 books, for all ages, that can help students learn more about the special days in April. We hope you enjoy! Earthquakes […]
Are you looking for ways to enhance reading in your classroom? Why not try Listening While Reading (LWR)! It is a technique that involves reading a text while also listening to an audio version of the same text. It has been shown to improve fluency and reading comprehension. This article will explain the benefits of LWR and provide tips on […]
What is World Aquatic Animal Day? Celebrated annually on April 3rd, World Aquatic Animal Day aims at raising awareness about aquatic animals. More specifically animals that primarily live in water, such as dolphins, whales, sharks, lobsters and all kinds of fish. These animals are crucial to our ecosystem and play a large role in maintaining a healthy earth, however many […]
When we think of how to teach math to students, literature usually isn’t a part of the answer. However, studies have shown that using literature is an effective means for teaching math to students1. By using literature, students can apply math concepts to real-world scenarios, helping to make learning fun and engaging. Fathom reads is an excellent resource for educators seeking […]