Getting Kids to Write: Motivation
Teaching writing is at the top of many teachers’ lists of things that are hardest to do. The actual teaching of it can be uncomfortable for many, but a bigger…
The Missing Piece in SOR: Writing
In so many ways, the newest science of reading movement (SOR) is a really good thing. But as with so many things in education, we tend to go all in…
Should You Get Rid of Predictable and Leveled Texts?
My goodness, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. To name a few: that kids should only read decodable text. Or that phonics is the answer to every single…
Professional Books for Teaching Reading You Should Know
I read a considerably large amount of professional books for teaching reading every year. But because I have more time on my hands in the summer, that’s when I tend…
How Can School Librarians Help Teachers?
When it comes to teaching, there’s no question there’s a lot to think about and a whole lot to juggle. There’s planning dynamic lessons. Heck, let’s be honest–sometimes just planning…