Multilingual learners are taking on the dual challenge of learning a new language while also acquiring literacy. By taking small, intentional steps, teachers can effectively bridge the gap between students’ current knowledge and the new skills they are developing, creating a solid foundation for their literacy growth.
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AI for Educators
How do we leverage AI’s capabilities to improve educational processes, and also maintain the human elements of teaching and learning? Our next Reaching All Learners Guest Speaker, Melanie Meehan, has some tips.
Reading Aloud to Children: The Future is in Our Hands
Research shows that reading aloud to children is the one of the best ways to encourage a literate life.
Navigating Standardized Assessment: Approaching Testing as a Genre
Standardized testing is a reality in our students’ lives. Are you wondering how you can support your students in demonstrating all they know on the test but not stop the rich, ongoing literacy instruction months before the test?
Learning to be Literate: Grappling with the Complexities of Teaching Literacy
In advance of her Oct. 24 presentation, Paugh’s blog entry explains the four essential dimensions to literacy instruction.
Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Effective Reading Interventions
Effective literacy intervention isn’t just about what you teach; it’s about how you teach it – read on for strategies that yield remarkable results.
A Teacher’s Guide to Foster a love of Reading and Writing
Fostering a love for reading and writing in students is one of the most rewarding goals a literacy teacher can achieve. Read on to find out how to inspire your students.
Extending Their Reach: The Importance of Reaching All Learners
Our new speaker series, Reaching All Learners, builds toward the goal that each child grows up literate in our educational system. Find out more about what you can expect from three nationally renowned educator-authors.
Writing Identities: When do they begin?
Find out how teachers can instill the belief in their students that they’re writers with valuable stories to share and communicate.
Ralph Fletcher: A Writer’s Mentor
When I need a little writerly advice, I often turn to Ralph Fletcher. We’ve never met, but his advice about writing for both students and teachers has stayed with me for the last 20 years.