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A blog about teaching literacy in today's elementary classrooms.

 
Reading for Joy choice joy reading instruction relevant texts Dec 12, 2023
 
How Do You Differentiate for Spelling/Word Work? differentiation etymology morphology orthography phonics phonology spelling word study word work Dec 05, 2023
 
Debunking Myths: Misconceptions About the “Science of Reading” Part 3 curriculum integration research science of reading Nov 28, 2023
 
Debunking Myths: Misconceptions About the “Science of Reading” Part 2 balanced literacy phonics research science of reading Nov 21, 2023
 
Debunking Myths: Misconceptions About the “Science of Reading” Part 1 foundational skills phonics research science of reading Nov 14, 2023
 
Are there any whole class fluency routines that are effective? choral reading echo reading fluency reading instruction repeated readings Nov 07, 2023
 
Should I worry about a 5th grader reversing b and d? dyslexia occupational therapists reversals writing instruction Oct 31, 2023
 
How Can We Include Silent Reading Amidst Other Important Reading Components? intention-setting reading instruction silent reading student-centered Oct 24, 2023
 
How Important is Perfection When Publishing Student Writing? publishing writing instruction writing process Oct 17, 2023
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Turns Out Teaching Kids to Read IS Rocket Science balanced literacy differentiation phonics professional development reading instruction teacher experience Jul 11, 2023
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How to Build an Inclusive Classroom Library books classroom library diversity equity grand conversations inclusivity interactive read aloud social issues Jun 06, 2023
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Classroom Sink or Swim: Why Teacher Prep Programs Aren't Enough learing labs novice teachers plcs preservice teachers reading instruction teacher preparation May 02, 2023

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