What is ISTA Reads?
ISTA Reads is a statewide book club created exclusively for ISTA members. The program offers educators a low-pressure way to connect, recharge and build community through shared reading experiences. ISTA Reads supports educator well-being, strengthens connections across locals and regions and reinforces ISTA’s commitment to the whole educator beyond bargaining and advocacy.
How It Works
- Members read one book every two months (April, June, August, October and December).
- Members can submit book suggestions and vote on each selection.
- ISTA shares local libraries and independent bookstores where the book may be available to borrow or purchase. Members obtain their own copy.
- Each selection includes a suggested reading schedule.
- Members read at their own pace.
- All resources including discussion boards, key information, meeting dates and updates are hosted on the Bookclubs platform.
- Participate in polls, engagement prompts, virtual discussions and optional in-person events.
- Celebrate completion! Members who complete all selections will be entered into a drawing for ISTA Reads merchandise and other small giveaways.
First Book Selection
Get your copy.
You can purchase Everything Is Tuberculosis at ISTA partner bookstores, including:
- The Whispering Shelf
- The Press
- View Point Books (offers 20% discount)
- Wild Geese Bookshop
- Morgenstern Books (offers 20% teacher discount with school ID)
- Naughty Dog Books
You can also check your local library for print, e-book or audiobook options.
- April 1 - 4: Chapters 1-3
- April 5 - 11: Chapters 4-6
- April 12 - 18: Chapters 7-9
- April 19 - 25: Chapters 10-12
- April 26 - May 2: Chapters 13-15
- May 3 - 9: Chapters 16-18
- May 10 - 16: Chapters 19-21
- May 17 - 23: Chapters 22-23
- May 24 - 29: Final Thoughts
- May 29: Book Club Meeting
Sign Up
Join ISTA Reads—sign up and start reading with fellow members.