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January 11, 2024
Book Reading Goal – Free Printable 2024 Book List

Book Reading Goal – Free Printable 2024 Book List

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If one of your new year’s resolutions is to start reading more, we’ve got some free printables to get you started.  Our freebies include a book list that you can fill as you read or fill up with books you want to read then check them off as you finish. We also have a sheet to fill out your book reading goals. This is handy for all ages from early readers, elementary age students, high schoolers, parents, and grandparents alike!

If one of your new year's resolutions is to start reading more, we've got some free printables to get you started.  Our freebies include a book list that you can fill as you read or fill up with books you want to read then check them off as you finish. We also have a sheet to fill out your book reading goals. This is handy for all ages from early readers, elementary age students, high schoolers, parents, and grandparents alike!

Book Reading Goal

We all know that reading is important to kids, but did you know that reading more as an adult is important to. Let us whare why you should read more, some ways to encourage your family to read more, best books for kids of all ages, and free printable book reading goal pages to help you make your goals and record your progress. Whether you are 5 or 99, this is for you!

Why You Should Read MORE

Hey bookworms and book aversed alike! Did you know that reading isn’t just a delightful pastime, but also a crucial practice that benefits us throughout our lives? Let’s dive into the reasons why reading is a lifelong habit worth cultivating, supported by some fascinating evidence!

  •  Expanding Our Horizons
    Through books, we can venture into countless worlds and experience diverse cultures without leaving our cozy reading nook. Reading broadens our perspectives, boosts our empathy towards others, and nurtures open-mindedness.
    Evidence: Multiple studies have shown that regular reading allows us to better understand and appreciate different viewpoints, which enhances our acceptance and empathy towards others. Research conducted at the New School for Social Research in New York City found that individuals who read fiction have more developed theory of mind, the ability to understand and accurately interpret other people’s thoughts and emotions. (Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2977785/).
  • Sharpening Our Cognitive Abilities
    Reading is like a mental workout that keeps our brains sharp, regardless of age. Just like lifting weights strengthens our muscles, reading enhances our memory, analytical skills, and critical thinking abilities. Stay mentally fit by embarking on the exciting adventures offered by books!
    Evidence: According to a study published in the journal “Neurology,” regular reading can slow down cognitive decline in older adults, reducing memory loss by up to 32%. Another research conducted at the University of Rochester found that reading challenges our brains and helps improve our analytical thinking, expanding our problem-solving capabilities. (Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/health-49964701).
  • Boosting Our Emotional Well-being
    Books have the incredible power to heal, comfort, and uplift our spirits during both challenging and joyful times. They provide a sanctuary where we can escape from stress, gain inspiration, and find solace.
    Evidence: A study conducted at the University of Sussex discovered that just six minutes of reading can reduce stress levels by 68%. Furthermore, numerous personal testimonies emphasize how reading has positively impacted mental health, helping people cope with anxiety, depression, and loneliness. (Source: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/news/all?id=50143).

No matter our age, embracing the wonders of reading is an investment in ourselves and the world around us. So pick up a book, get lost in its pages, and allow it to guide you on a journey of knowledge, growth, and pure joy!

Start off your new year's resolution of reading more with our free printables, including a book list to track your progress and a sheet to set your book reading goals, suitable for readers of all ages!

Page 1: 2024 Book List

Keep track of your reading journey in 2024 with the “2024 Book List” page. Write down the book titles and authors to create a personal reading log.

Page 2: Reading Goals for the Year

Set ambitious reading goals for the year with the second page. Plan how many books to read, establish a daily page goal, explore different genres and authors, dive into historical time periods, and more. Don’t forget to plan a family book night, a delightful time to share and discuss books over fun snacks!

Reading Goals

  • Number of books to read
  • Pages to read per day
  • Explore books from different genres
  • Discover new authors
  • Select a historical time period to explore
  • and more!

How to Read More as a Family

  • Plan a memorable family book night, where everyone can share their thoughts about the same book or just the book they are reading from their list. Plan some fun snacks while each person takes a turn presenting their book.
  • Make a reading competition with some simple goals and rewards that will motivate your family. You can say every 10 books you read you will go out for a treat or fun activity.
  • Join some local reading competitions at a library, bookstore, or Pizza Hut’s during the summer.
  • Make dedicated family reading time where everyone finds a spot to curl up and read. It can be at night by the fire, in a hammock, or everyone going to their room 30 minutes early to have time to read before bed.
  • Read aloud together to join the same book together. Make sure to read with lots of fun, silly voices!

 

Picking out really good books kids will WANT to read can be challenge and time consuming. I’ve done all the work for you in this 4th grade reading list.  This fourth grade reading list includes lots of engaging books filled with exciting story lines and characters. Plus I've put together a printable 4th grade reading list for you to print and take to the library. Simply print 4th grade reading list pdf and you are ready to head to the library to get some really fun-to-read 4th grade reading books.
Picking good book for kids can be a challenge.  This 5th grade reading list has over 50 fun-to-read and engaging fifth grade books that will help get your grade 5 students excited about reading! You will love the variety of topics and styles in this 5th grade reading book lists  to help kids get excited to read and learn to love to read. Simply print 5th grade book list and you are ready for fifth grade reading list.
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Are you working on picking books for 3rd graders? Let me help you pick 3rd grade reading books that are engaging to kids and filled with rich vocabulary and story lines. Instead of spending hours at the library or searching through books on Amazon, check out these fun-to-read Books for Third Graders. Simply download pdf file with printable 3rd grade reading list and you are ready to help your third grader love reading!
Reading family picture books is important for toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, first grade, and 2nd grade children. It helps them understand our family structure, that kids are loved and care for, and more. We have so many really cute and fun-to-read picture books about family.  Come take a peak to find your new favorite picture books about families.
Zoo Theme Books For Kids There are so many fun ways to use zoo themed books in your learning program. You can read a different book each day of the week, Monday through Friday, or read your favorite book (s) every day of the week. Kids love repetition, so don’t worry about boring them!
Learn about history with fun and exciting historical fiction for kids. These historical fiction books for kids are the best way to get kids excited about history. Vivid stories make the sights, sounds, and feelings of that moment in history come alive. Kids won’t even realize they are learning because they will be having so much fun enjoying a really great story! We have historical fiction children's books for kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, historical fiction books for 3rd graders, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students. These children's historical fiction cover ancient civilizations, middle ages, early explorers, colonial america, world war 1, and more!
Community Helper Books for Kids
Looking for a book your grade 2 student will love? Check out this free printable list of Read Aloud Chapter Books for 2nd Grade! You and your child will love these book recommendations
20+ Amazing First Grade Read Aloud Chapter Books to help kids get excited about reading and let their imaginations soar. Includes fre printable 1st grade book list to take to the library #grade1 #firstgrade #1stgradebooks
100 Books for 1st Graders to Read on their own (arranged by reading level) - includes FREE printable book list to print and take to the library and use as book mark. lots of great choices of printable and books!!! Perfect for summer reading and year round first grade book list! #1stgrade #firstgrade #booklists
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Funny Picture Books
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25 amazing Chapter Book Series for Kids - help kids get excited about reading with these great chapter books for kids in first grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade. These are great book recommendations for picking books at the library with the (FREE printable book list), summer reading, reading clubs. #chapterbooksforkids #bookrecommendations #booklists #chapterbooksforkids #firstgradebooks #2ndgradebooks #3rdgradebooks
Kindergarten Book List
Looking for some really great books to read aloud that your 1st grader will love? We have a free printable first grade read alouds picture books you must read with your child while they are in grade 1. 
Are you trying to figure out what books should be on your second grade reading list? We've done all the work for you and compiled the best books for your 2nd grade reading list with a free printable. Here are over 40 must read books for your 2nd grade book list that your child will love; arranged conveniently by book level. Simply download pdf file with 2nd grade reading list printable and you are ready to head to the library to get your books!
If you are trying to pick really good 3rd grade books, check out this Third Grade Books list printable for grade 3

Book recommendations for Kids

Download the free book report forms for your homeschool
Young kids will love learning about the parts of a book with these fun and free parts of a book worksheets. These fun book reports for young children are so handy. Being no-prep, these identifying parts of a book worksheet pages help to ensure readers are understanding what are the parts of the books they are reading including the title, author, and the illustrator. Simply print label parts of a book worksheet and are ready to learn with your kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th graders too.
Looking for a fun, clever, and EASY book report idea? You will love these clever, free printable pizza reading comprehension slices. Not only do they help kids summarize what they read, but they are a great way to motivate kids to read  and understanding what they've read. Fun resource for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers of kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students.
Make sure kids are understanding what they read with these book report worksheets. These fun, free printable book report template pages are perfect for older kids in 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students. Being no-prep, these book report forms help to ensure readers are understanding what they are reading. Simply print the printable book report template to write down information about the book including the title, author, setting, main characters and the ending.
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These fun, free printable Aesops's Fables worksheets are a great way to learn morals, read some quality literature, and work on reaching comprehension too. Use these printables to teach Aesop's Fables for kids. There are 10 different fable worksheet pages for kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd graders to learn to read, have fun and understand the meaning of different morals. Simply print fables for 2nd grade and you are ready to go!
Make sure kids are understanding what they read with this free book report template. This 1st grade book report is a handy, NO PREP way to ensure early readers are understanding what they are reading. The book report template 3rd grade has a spot for first grade, second grade, third grade, and fourth grade students to write down book title, author, rate the book, tell their favorite part, give a summary of the book, and more. This is such a handy, free printable, book report template 2nd grade.  Simply grab the free downloadable book reports and you are ready to go!
Make sure kids are understanding what they read with these free book reports. This 3rd grade book report is super handy, as it is no-prep and works with any book. Use this book report template to ensure readers are understanding what they are reading. These book report form has many spots for children from second grade, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth graders to write down information about the book including the title, author, setting, main characters and the ending. Simply print the free book report templates and you are ready to go!
FREE Printable Reaidng Comprehension Bookmarks - work on reading retention and comprehension with this activity that helps students learn to take notes and prepare for book reports in grade 2, grade 3, grade 4, grade 5, and grade 6. #homeschool #readingcomprehension #reading
FREE Bookshelf Reading Log - super cute printable booklog to help encourage kids to read picture books, readers, and chapter books. Use as a weekly motivator for toddlers, preschoolers, prek, and kindergartners or monthly summer reading program. Plus makes a great family book club printable.
Kids will enjoy searching for different books and information in books with this fun and free Reading Scavenger Hunt. This free printable scavenger hunt is fun for kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade students. Using thie literacy scavenger hunt is a great way for kids to become familiar with the library and how to find different resources. Simply print library printable pdf file with the scavenger hunt pdf in color or black and white and you are ready for these library activities!
Do your kids love playing with play dough? I know mine do. That is one reason why I love incorporating playdough activities using playdoh mats into other aspects of our learning. So as we were learning what are the parts of a book I decided I'd make playdough mats to learn the parts of a book for kids. Simply print the parts of a book worksheet and set out some playdough to teach preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd graders the basic parts of a book.
super cute star wars themed printable bookmarks
Book reports are a great way for kids to recall what they’ve read, help with reading comprehension, and improve writing too. But not all kids enjoy filling out book report forms. Here are 26 creative, fun, and unique book report ideas. So if you are looking to make book reports more fun, you will love these clever creative book report ideas for kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students.  Which book report projects will you try first?

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Start off your new year's resolution of reading more with our free printables, including a book list to track your progress and a sheet to set your book reading goals, suitable for readers of all ages!

Let’s Read More this Year!

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Richele

Richele is a homeschool mom and Orton-Gillingham Tutor with a collegiate background in educational psychology. She uses her 15 years of homeschool experience to encourage, teach, and entertain on her site Talking Mom 2 Mom.

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