Oak Grove-Bellemede Elementary School, in Richmond, VA, is one of a growing list of schools to read three titles in a single calendar school year. Title I Specialist Jessica Carpenter recognizes that One School, One Book is the surefire way to ignite family literacy in her community. Her students come up to her every quarter and ask, “What will our next book be?” You can read about Jessica and Oak Grove-Bellemeade’s efforts in Richmond Family Magazine‘s recent summer profile.

Introductory Chapter Book Companions Have Arrived at Read to Them!
The magic of a One School, One Book program happens when every student is enjoying the same story across your school. For some of your