Meet Your New Favorite Reading Corner Buddies: Plants That Read Along!

What’s better than a classroom full of engaged readers? A classroom full of engaged readers AND tiny, book-loving planters! These Reading Buddy Planters are the perfect way to add some green to your English classroom while reinforcing a love of literature. With their cheerful little faces and tiny books in hand, these planters create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that makes reading feel like a treat—not a task.

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Why These Planters Belong in Every ELA Classroom:

• Encourages a growth mindset – Just like plants, readers grow with time, care, and the right environment. These planters are a fun, visual way to reinforce that message.

  
  

• A low-maintenance classroom companion – Unlike class pets, these leafy little readers don’t require food, walks, or a permission slip. A little sunlight and water are all they need.

  
  

• Classroom management with personality – These plant buddies can serve as fun reading mascots, conversation starters, or even classroom rewards for well-behaved students.

  
  
  
  

3 Creative Ways to Use These Planters in Your Classroom

1. The “Classroom Reading Buddy”

   Let students “check out” one of these little reading planters to keep at their desks when they’re reading independently. It adds a touch of fun while reminding them that reading is a lifelong habit—even for houseplants.

   
   

2. A “Growing Readers” Challenge

   Assign each class a plant and tie it to a reading goal. The more books the class reads, the more responsibility they get for caring for their plant. It’s a fun, visual way to track progress while keeping students invested.

   
   

3. Character Growth Ties

   Use the planters as symbols for character development. When analyzing a novel, have students compare a character’s growth to a plant—what helped them thrive? What stunted their progress? This works beautifully for novels like The Secret Garden, Esperanza Rising, or To Kill a Mockingbird.

These Reading Buddy Planters are more than just decor—they’re an interactive, engaging way to build a reading-friendly classroom environment. Whether they’re inspiring young readers, reinforcing classroom management strategies, or just sitting happily on your bookshelf, they’re sure to plant the seeds of a lifelong love for books.