1. Building a 21st Century Community of Learning in Language Arts
In2Books
Building a 21st Century Community of Learning in Language Arts
Mr. Chris Harris
3rd Grade Teacher
St. Elisabeth Catholic School,
Van Nuys, CA

2. Why I Chose In2Books
Student improvement in reading, writing, and typing skills
Learning is meaningful, relevant, and extended
Support provided for teachers and students to ensure success
Little to no cost
Title 1 Schools may apply for free books!

3. The Heart of the Program
Global: Beyond bell-bound learning
Students may work on letters at home anytime
Safety: All letters approved by the teacher
Adult pen pals are pre-approved and undergo a background check
Supportive: Pen Pals encourage and foster a love of learning

4. Developing a Dialogue In2Books matches each student with a pen pal
Students and pen pals exchange friendly letters

5. Developing a Dialogue
3. Students given guided choice in book selection.
In2Books chooses genres (Ex. Fiction)
Teacher selects theme (Ex. Bullies or families)
Students selects specific book at their level
4. Students and pen pals read the same book,
discuss through letters
5. Interactive website assists student writing

6. Pen Pals Inspire “I am really excited for you to be my
friend. I can’t wait to read our first book!
… I like all kinds of books. I really like the Harry Potter books! I think it would be really fun to fly on a broomstick! I read fiction, non-fiction, biographies, you name it and I’ll read it!
… Hope to hear from you soon!”

7. Students are Motivated
A student’s 1st letter:
“I have some answers to the questions you asked me. I like to play soccer. I like to learn about math and reading. When I grow up I want to be a soccer player.
… What is your favorite type of food? What type of dance do you like to dance?
… To me my family is the most important thing. We like to watch TV and play games. I am looking forward to reading with you.”

8. Evidence of GROWTH
~ The same student on his 3rd letter ~

9. Community of Support
Students may explore with mentors around the world
Students explore at home with family
Students explore at school with their teacher and peers
Affordable program allows opportunity for all learners

10. In2Books Connects to Our Curriculum
Comprehension skills: Reading and book discussion/ Units match our curriculum
Writing skills: The program guides the writing process online with step by step instruction and coaching
Go beyond: Student homepage provides additional learning opportunities

11. Learning Extended
Student Homepage provides additional learning opportunities related to the genre, topic and book

12. Learning Extended
Student Homepage provides additional learning opportunities related to the genre, topic and book

13. The In2Books program provides:
Easy to Implement
The In2Books program provides:
Training webinars for teachers
Step by step easy to follow instructions
Guided lesson plans and pacing calendars
and phone support

14. What the students are saying…
“I like the In2Books program because I get to send letters to my pen pal. I get to read the same book. I pick a book. When I am doing my letter I get to choose a clipart or background. I like the book so much I can’t wait for it to come. This is why I like the In2Books program.”
– 3rd Grader

15. “I like reading stories and writing with my pen pal
“I like reading stories and writing with my pen pal. And my most favorite part is how they show you the pen pal letter when you type yours. So that’s why I like In2Books.com.” rd Grader

16. “I like that you can work with other people
“I like that you can work with other people. You can talk about your book and say things you didn’t get. It is fun to talk with other people about the book and tell what you think about it.”
- 3rd Grader

17. Take your class into 21st Century learning today!
“In2Books has been fun from the start. I like writing letters to my pen pals. Thank you for In2Books.”
- 3rd Grader
in2books.com
Take your class into 21st Century learning today!