Pre-reading scaffolds are powerful tools that can equip struggling readers with the skills and confidence they need to navigate and comprehend text.
September 6, 2023
Foundational literacy skills are the building blocks of a student's journey towards becoming proficient readers and writers.
August 17, 2023
During whole-group literacy, it’s important that students are interested in the books, discussions, and teachings for the most impactful, engaging literacy instruction.
August 16, 2023
Shared reading sparks joy, inquiry, student talk and agency. Shared reading is more engaging and impactful than any other whole-class literacy instruction.
August 11, 2023
Comprehension is not about spitting out facts and filling in blanks. Comprehension is about understanding. And reading is not merely about word calling. Reading is about thinking.
July 18, 2023
These five strategies highlight the interconnectedness of comprehension, conversation, writing, and vocabulary in fostering a deep understanding of texts.
July 3, 2023
Schools are closing, and teachers are supporting students remotely. In many cases, we will all be spending more time reading and writing on screen.
March 19, 2020
PLC Series: April Round-Up
April 24, 2017
PLC Series: Close Reading an Image
April 17, 2017
Teaching Interpretation: Individual Instruction and Independent Students
December 30, 2015
How Do You Teach Theme?
December 23, 2015
Reading Nonfiction: The Signposts Revealed!
August 12, 2015
Reading Nonfiction: How Did We Get Here?
August 5, 2015
Five Ways to Approach Close Reading as a Detective
August 4, 2015
Close Reading IS Strategic Reading
June 2, 2015
Announcing "Reading Nonfiction" by Kylene Beers and Bob Probst
May 19, 2015
The Power of Questioning
May 11, 2015
Fall in Love with Close Reading Today!
February 14, 2015
