Book Matchmaker: A Friendship Theme for Literature Circles

Franki Sibberson has worked for over 30 years as a teacher at different grade levels, school librarian, and literacy coach. Her writing and video work as a lead contributor for Choice Literacy keeps us updated on the latest and greatest books as well as practical “how-tos” on assessment, comprehension, word work, technology and more.

Franki is the co-author of many books and videos on teaching reading in the intermediate grades, including Beyond Leveled Books, Still Learning to Read, Day-to-Day Assessment in the Reading Workshop, and Digital Reading: What’s Essential in Grades 3-8. You can keep up with Franki on the popular blog she writes with Mary Lee Hahn, A Year of Reading. Franki is currently the president of NCTE.

Joan is part of the dynamic teaching duo, “The Sisters.” She is the co-creator and developer of The Daily Cafe, and co-author of many bestselling books and DVDs. Joan is known for her vibrant personality, infectious laugh, and love for dogs and children.