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=[|Chets Creek Elementary]- Building Momentum Through Book of the Month= = [|Susan T. Phillips], Principal =

= **Book of the Month** = is a leadership strategy in which the principal selects an authentic piece of children’s literature for all classes in the school with the purpose of creating a common literacy conversation between students and teachers. In addition, this strategy can be used to connect children’s literature and an adult professional text to drive professional development.

=** Implementation Strategies **= · Choose timely books that support your philosophy and goals · Brainstorm possible titles with other principals, leadership team and the media specialist · Take a day away from school and explore the bookstore for new possibilities. · Fund your purchases through PTA, SAC or business partners; buy the majority of your books online to save money
 * I. Select and purchase a common book for all classrooms. **

· Present the book at a monthly faculty meeting · Present the Book of the Month at the same time each month in order to establish a firm ritual and routine · Provide a detailed, one page point paper to each faculty member summarizing the book, explaining why you chose the book and providing strategies for using the book in the classroom · Align your presentation with standards and new instructional strategies
 * II. Teach the book to the faculty **

· Display the Book of the Month outside the principal’s office, at the front counter, and at the entrance of the school · Make 5 extra copies available for parents to check out the encourage them to purchase the book for their home library · Encourage teachers to develop Book of the Month bulletin boards and displays showcasing the book along with student work based on the book. · Share the book each month at PTA and SAC meetings as well as in your school newsletter
 * III. Showcase the Book of the Month **
 * Visit classrooms and ask children about Book of the Month

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