The Secret to Fitting It All In
When it comes to teaching literacy, fitting it all can seem impossible. But it’s not–here’s how to make it work without the headache!
Whole vs Small Group Instruction: Which is Most Effective?
Many schools and districts across the country are moving to more whole-group instruction. Not that long ago, a heavy emphasis on small group instruction was all the rage. So it’s…
10 Powerful Vocabulary Instruction Tips Every Teacher Needs to Know
What’s one of the biggest barriers to comprehension? Vocabulary. No matter how well kids can pronounce the words they read or how clearly they hear a word said aloud, comprehension…
Knowledge Building is the Fuel Strong Readers Need
If you’re a reading, social studies, science, or even a math teacher, you know how important it is that students comprehend the material. You also know that many things can…
Beyond the Simple View: Reading’s True Complexity
Lately, you’ve likely been hearing the term SVR (Simple View of Reading). It’s a theory that’s been around for a very long time. Reading researchers Gough and Tunmer came…