Why Nonfiction Belongs in Independent Reading [Ep. 68]

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Why Nonfiction Belongs in Independent Reading [Ep. 68]

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Happy New Year! As the new term begins, many middle school ELA classrooms start to shift toward nonfiction, informational text, and research. In this episode, we talk about how to make nonfiction a natural part of independent reading—without turning it into a separate unit or disrupting the reading culture you’ve worked so hard to build.

We explore why easing nonfiction into independent reading matters, how to lower student resistance to nonfiction, and simple, low-pressure ways to incorporate nonfiction articles, graphic nonfiction, and podcasts alongside novels. You’ll hear practical strategies for modeling real-world nonfiction reading habits, building curiosity, and helping students see nonfiction as a useful, everyday reading tool. This episode sets the foundation for upcoming conversations about nonfiction and research while keeping reading flexible, student-centered, and manageable.