A READING CURRICULUM THAT USES INDEPENDENT READING AND BOOK CLUBS TO ENHANCE YOUR TEACHING.
Help your students master the reading standards and develop a love of reading.
I know it sounds like a dream, but it’s what The Middle School Reading Achievement Collection has helped hundreds of teachers achieve. These comprehensive units have independent reading and book clubs built in, so you can go beyond the standards and develop life-long readers.
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Access six comprehensive reading units for only $997 $77!
The Middle School Reading Achievement Curriculum Collection is a proven program that not only hits the reading standards but builds reading independence and engages students in classroom discussion.
It’s the reading curriculum you’ve been dreaming of!
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You’d love to have a lively discussion about a book, but your students have zero interest in reading.
So, you just stick to the curriculum and hope they master the standards.
- There are lots of standards to cover and no extra time, so independent reading feels impossible to squeeze in.
- Your students aren’t focused during independent reading, leaving you wondering if it’s worth the effort.
- The only time your class goes silent is when it’s time to have a book discussion…
- Book clubs sound like a good idea, but your students don’t actually read or participate.
- It’s a battle to get students to apply their reading skills to their own books.
You’ve always envisioned a lively classroom discussion (heck, you’d even settle for a heated book debate!), but instead, your students avoid books like the plague.
You want more out of your reading units. But you’ve yet to find a strategy that *actually* gets students on board with reading.
- You’ve tried incentivizing students to read, but it doesn’t feel authentic and leads to some questionable results.
- You’ve tried assigning independent reading as homework, but students fibbed about their reading habits and it made reading feel like a chore.
- You’ve tried to fill that awkward silence during book discussions by doing all the talking and analyzing. But you only end up with a sore throat - and a bored class.
You wish there was a way to get student genuinely interested in reading - and boost their literary skills.
Teach every reading standard and help students apply it to their novels.
You don’t want students to memorize what the setting or author’s purpose is, you want them to truly understand these concepts and apply them to their reading. But that’s easier said than done.
With these reading units, I’ll show you exactly how I helped students transfer their reading skills to any text. Each lesson plan walks you through teaching the concept and transitions students into book clubs, where they’ll put the skills to practice.
Enhance your reading curriculum with independent reading and book clubs.
Even with just 45 minutes a day, it’s possible to implement independent reading and book clubs into your schedule without sacrificing reading content.
Most reading units focus on cramming in as many standards as possible but miss the mark when it comes to helping students apply what they’ve learned.
I’ll show you how you can implement independent reading and book clubs (yep, even if you only have 45 minutes a day!), so students can deepen their knowledge, develop reading independence, and grow their love of reading.
Foster a classroom community where reading is enjoyed and celebrated.
Getting students excited to read doesn’t happen overnight, but with the right approach, it can happen. I’ve seen it in my own classroom and in countless others.
I’ll share how to foster a reading community where students look forward to picking up a book and sharing their thoughts. I’ll give you tools and trainings full of tested strategies to encourage even the most reluctant readers.
A great resource to help you learn to manage what you’re teaching!
I enrolled in the Curriculum Carousel Workshop because this is my first year teaching middle school English, and I love the idea of alternating units but am still figuring it all out. Your resources have helped me not to feel so overwhelmed. My biggest frustrations before taking this workshop were only two: how to fit it all in and how to keep students engaged. Martina's guidance helped me with both of these. My biggest win thus far is lowering my expectations of engagement and knowing that reading and writing for English is engagement.
My favorite part of the workshop is that I get so much value from knowing I’m not alone in my frustrations, which made me become a Hub member. You have a wonderful perspective on things, and I think our brains work similarly, so it all works for me. I honestly think the information is invaluable.
– LAUREN GILMORE
These resources are a game changer and will save you so much time! But most importantly, it works with my students!!!
I wanted to ease my planning/give me peace and reinvigorate my lessons. I'd say the BIG WIN for me was I ended up with way more time!
The way I used to teach my classes caused a LOT of grading for me-- A LOT! I entered this thinking the first year of using these resources would be a lot of work, but if I kept it up it would be less next year. Well, low and behold! I have more free time! I still have grading, but it is not tons of comprehension questions, short answer questions and THEN essay questions for each chapter/assignment so it takes me LESS time to grade!
Also, my kiddos are not overwhelmed and put more effort into the 'smaller' assignments! Win-win!
Proof it is working: I had to be gone for two weeks after Thanksgiving. It was easier to leave the 'old way' with the sub and students. BIG MISTAKE! They hated it!!! And, I came back to HOURS and HOURS of grading! Worst of all--no effort was seen in most essay-type questions! Never again!
– VAL JONES
I’ve included everything you need to teach each reading standard and implement independent reading in your classroom.
Comprehensive standard-aligned units that show you exactly how to weave independent reading and book clubs into your reading units. These reading units can be used with any novel and be used alongside your existing curriculum.
- Six Complete Reading Units, including Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, poetry and Verse, Nonfiction, Drama, and Dystopian
- Daily Lessons Plans to take you step-by-step through each unit
- Teacher Slides to support each lesson
- Interactive Notebook Lessons and Reference Pages to support student knowledge
- Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade
Break down literary devices and elements, encourage student discussion through realistic fiction book clubs, and scaffold literary analysis reading responses through interactive literature notebook lessons with this Literature and Realistic Fiction Unit:
- 18 Literature Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 17 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson
- Differentiated Common Texts and Teacher Examples to model reading and writing skills.
- 50+ Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade: Examples are labeled by text, not grade level, so that you can mix, match, or choose your texts.
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
Explore the past and enrich your students' understanding of historical contexts with this Literature and Historical Fiction Unit. Engage students with historical fiction book clubs that inspire meaningful conversations, and deepen their comprehension and analytical skills through targeted literature notebook activities and structured support for literary analysis:
- 18 Literature Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 18 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson
- Differentiated Common Texts and Teacher Examples to model reading and writing skills.
- 50+ Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade: Examples are labeled by text, not grade level, so that you can mix, match, or choose your texts.
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
Delve into the essentials of middle school nonfiction with this comprehensive Nonfiction Reading and Analysis Unit. Designed to simplify the teaching process, this unit offers 24 meticulously planned lessons that guide students through the critical aspects of nonfiction texts. Engage your students in literary nonfiction analysis with interactive notebook lessons, detailed teacher presentations, and diverse reading response examples.
- 24 Nonfiction Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 23 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson (coming spring 2025)
- Differentiated Common Texts and Teacher Examples to model reading and writing skills.
- 50+ Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade: Examples are labeled by text, not grade level, so that you can mix, match, or choose your texts.
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
This Poetry and Verse Novels Reading unit is meticulously crafted to teach literary and poetry devices while fostering deep literary discussions and analysis. Engage your students in verse novel book clubs and interactive notebook lessons that are structured to enhance comprehension and analytical writing skills through daily interactions with diverse poetic texts.
- 19 Poetry Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 18 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson (coming spring 2025)
- Differentiated Common Texts and Teacher Examples to model reading and writing skills.
- 50+ Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade: Examples are labeled by text, not grade level, so that you can mix, match, or choose your texts.
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
Navigate the intricate themes of dystopian literature with this all-encompassing Dystopian Literature Reading and Analysis Unit. This unit is specially designed for middle school students to explore elements of dystopian literature, encourage critical discussions, and master text analysis through engaging dystopian contexts.
- 20 Dystopian Literature Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 15 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson
- Differentiated Common Texts and Teacher Examples to model reading and writing skills.
- 50+ Reading Response Examples differentiated by grade: Examples are labeled by text, not grade level, so that you can mix, match, or choose your texts.
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
Dive into the world of theater with this Drama Unit designed exclusively for middle school students. This comprehensive unit simplifies the introduction to drama, encompassing all fundamental aspects from historical context to modern application. Tailored to engage students through interactive lessons and dynamic discussions, this unit is perfect for diving into the exciting elements of dramatic arts:
- 11 Drama Lessons Plans to walk you step by step through the unit
- 10 Teacher Slide Presentations to accompany each lesson (coming spring 2025)
- Reference Pages, Pacing Guide, Reading Notebook, and More
To make sure you’re completely set for your reading units, I’ve thrown in a few essential bonuses:
- Three Reading Curriculum Maps and Pacing Guides to show you when and how to teach each reading unit for maximum effectiveness
- Independent Reading and Book Club Resources to help you implement independent reading with ease, and forms and templates to hold students accountable in book clubs.
- The Independent Reading Bell Ringers help you start the class period on a consistent note (PS. These are only available in The Hungry Teacher’s Hub. You can’t find them on TPT!)
You’ll Also Get Access to these Reading Bonuses
Reading Curriculum Maps and Pacing Guides
Not sure when to teach each reading unit? Want an overview of each unit? I’m passing along three curriculum maps with suggestions on when to teach each unit throughout the year. Plus, the pacing guides will help you break down each unit, lesson by lesson, so you know how to scaffold the standards.
The Independent Reading Reset Workshop
I want you to feel confident with independent reading. That’s why I’m sharing one of my best-selling trainings, The Independent Reading Workshop. In this 120-minute workshop, I’ll help you:
Create a consistent independent reading routine (no matter how long your classes are)
Figure out how to use independent reading alongside your existing curriculum
Manage student behavior during independent reading time
Hold students accountable and keep them engaged during reading time
The Independent Reading Bell Ringers
Make independent reading a part of your daily routine. These bell ringers are the perfect way to kick off your class period with independent reading, while also giving students an action item to complete. You’ll be spiraling skills and promoting reading. It’s a win-win. This resource is exclusive to The Hungry Teacher’s Hub. You won’t find it on TPT!
I want to help you build your dream ELA classroom - where students are learning the skills and building a love of reading.
So, I’m going to make this an easy yes. I’m essentially giving you $700 worth of resources for free.
For a limited time, you can get access to all these reading resources for only $797 $77!
SAY NO MORE! I'M IN!Turn your classroom crickets into engaging reading discussions by using independent reading alongside your curriculum.
- Six Reading Units, including realistic fiction, historical fiction, poetry and verse, nonfiction, drama, and dystopian, which include the following elements in each unit:
- Daily lesson plans, pacing guides, reference sheets, interactive notebook lessons, keys, and more for each unit ($197 value).
- Differentiated example reading responses, exemplars utilizing common texts, and mentor texts to support student understanding ($97 value).
- Differentiated and scaffolded lessons to use across grade levels ($97 value).
- Teacher favorite printable and digital student reference booklets for literature, nonfiction, poetry, and drama ($97 value)
- Reading conference templates: Editable and differentiated reading conference forms + standards checklists ($77 value)
- The Independent Reading Reset Workshop, 3-Hour PD certificate, implementation resources, and exclusive independent reading bundle ($197 value)
- Private Facebook Group to ask questions and collaborate with teachers ($97 value)
- BONUS: Three Reading Curriculum and Pacing Maps for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ($54 value).
- BONUS: The Book Club Blueprint Bundle with forms, schedules, and templates to implement book clubs alongside each unit ($37 value).
- BONUS: The Hub EXCLUSIVE Independent Reading Bell Ringers. There is simply no other way to get these outside the Hub ($47 value).
You’ll see your students' engagement and reading skills transform with these proven reading units and independent reading.
However, if you’re not 100% satisfied with this reading collection, contact us within 72 hours and we will gladly refund every penny you paid for it.
What Teachers Are Saying About the Reading Achievement Curriculum
"The knowledge and resources that it comes with are chefs kiss!"
I initially enrolled in the Live ELA Experience Workshop because I thought the topics you discussed were something I could use in my classroom, especially as a first-year middle school teacher. Before taking this workshop, my biggest frustrations were planning for three grades without a curriculum, how to make time for independent reading and/or book clubs, and how to implement grammar!
This will be my first year, but I’m taking your advice and resources! I’m feeling more confident because of it. I love to have things broken down for me. Having examples is huge for me. I also loved all your amazing advice and the valuable resources you provided. I almost feel like I didn’t pay for it because you let us include it in the first three months of the hub membership. I would have gladly paid for it AND joined the hub. I was pleasantly surprised I could save a little more for my classroom.
– BROOKE DAVIS
"This resource made me feel confident ."
“I have never been disappointed with any of Martina's resources, and this research unit is no exception! It is incredibly thorough, covering credible sources, writing a strong introduction and developing a works cited page, among others.
This was my first year to teach a research paper, and this resource made me feel confident that I was giving my students a rigorous and academic experience that will benefit them in high school.”
– KELLIE T.
"Martina genuinely cares and puts 100% into the workshops. You'll walk away with pages of notes with ideas to implement right away and enough to chew on for the future."
She makes it super flexible for everyone in every unique teaching situation. After the workshop series, I could permit myself to not feel as if I had to do it all and with confidence, as Martina leads with results-driven encouragement. I can do what's best for my students and class, but also keep independent reading at the forefront, even with 45-minute class periods. This makes me so happy!
– AMY WAGNER
I'm Martina!
I started my career as an elementary teacher, which meant I had six hours a day to use however I wanted. It was amazing.
And then, I transitioned to middle school. Suddenly, I couldn’t figure out how I’d teach all the required standards in a 55-minute class period and make time for independent reading. Plus, my middle schoolers wanted nothing to do with books.
Then, one day, it clicked.
I was trying to cram independent reading into my day, but really, I needed independent reading to complement what I was already doing in my classroom.
I changed my approach to reading, and the results followed.
I used independent reading to support my lessons, which meant students could immediately apply what they learned while also enjoying a book of their choice.
Plus, I worked to build a classroom community where reading was seen as fun and enjoyable, rather than a chore. This didn’t happen overnight - it took a lot of work but it was worth it.
I want you to experience that same shift in your classroom, which is why I’m passing along my proven reading units which bring standards and independent reading together for a bigger impact.
Is The Middle School Reading Achievement Collection Right For You?
- You teach 6th-8th grade ELA
- You struggle to make time for independent reading
- Your current independent reading routine lacks structure or accountability
- You want students to enjoy reading and engage in book discussions
- You want to teach reading standards and work on building a love of reading
- You want to use book clubs in your classroom
- You’re looking for reading units that work with any book or can fit alongside your current curriculum
- You teach lower elementary
- You don’t want to implement independent reading or book clubs
- You have a scripted reading curriculum that you can’t deviate from
- You consistently find time each day for independent reading
This deal won't last forever and you'll want to grab it before I realize how crazy I am for giving all of this away for such a low price.
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Turn your classroom crickets into engaging reading discussions by using independent reading alongside your curriculum.
- Six Reading Units, including realistic fiction, historical fiction, poetry and verse, nonfiction, drama, and dystopian, which include the following elements in each unit:
- Daily lesson plans, pacing guides, reference sheets, interactive notebook lessons, keys, and more for each unit ($197 value).
- Differentiated example reading responses, exemplars utilizing common texts, and mentor texts to support student understanding ($97 value).
- Differentiated and scaffolded lessons to use across grade levels ($97 value).
- Teacher favorite printable and digital student reference booklets for literature, nonfiction, poetry, and drama ($97 value)
- Reading conference templates: Editable and differentiated reading conference forms + standards checklists ($77 value)
- The Independent Reading Reset Workshop, 3-Hour PD certificate, implementation resources, and exclusive independent reading bundle ($197 value)
- Private Facebook Group to ask questions and collaborate with teachers ($97 value)
- BONUS: Three Reading Curriculum and Pacing Maps for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ($54 value).
- BONUS: The Book Club Blueprint Bundle with forms, schedules, and templates to implement book clubs alongside each unit ($37 value).
- BONUS: The Hub EXCLUSIVE Independent Reading Bell Ringers. There is simply no other way to get these outside the Hub ($47 value).
