Last July, I wrote a blog about a Year 6 (fifth grade) student in England, “Richard,” who just happened to transfer to one of our Success for All schools in spring, 2020. The school staff tested him. He had no reading skills at all. None. Because they only had a few months to prepare him … Continue reading Message From NorthBay: All Students Can Learn to Read→| Robert Slavin's Blog
In speaking and writing about tutoring, I am often asked about where limited tutoring resources should be concentrated. My answer is this: “Make certain that every single child in America who needs it gets enough tutoring to be proficient in phonics. All other priorities are tied for second place.” There are many pragmatic reasons why … Continue reading Prioritize Tutoring for Low-Achieving Readers→| Robert Slavin's Blog
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I'll never forget a student of mine, let's call him Jay, who could read words so well he could "read" at an eighth grade level in third grade. The problem was that he couldn't understand a thing that was going on! That's called "word calling" and isn't reading at all. Reading is understanding, so if the understanding isn't there, it isn't reading. Many times I have discovered that many students have variations of "word calling" that aren't as severe as Jay's, and have gotten away as being...| Dragon's Den Curriculum
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Reading comprehension is perhaps one of the most critical skills a student can master. Without a firm grasp on the… The post Guide to Reading Comprehension appeared first on Reading Worksheets, Spelling, Grammar, Comprehension, Lesson Plans.| Reading Worksheets, Spelling, Grammar, Comprehension, Lesson Plans
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These Recess Queen activities and lesson ideas will help your students practice important reading comprehension skills in an engaging way.| Mrs. Jump's Class
As the summer months approach, many parents may be wondering how they can keep their children entertained and engaged in educational activities while school is […] The post Summer Reading at Home – Learning and Fun for Kids and Teens! appeared first on Child Development Institute.| Child Development Institute
Teaching nonfiction text structures is crucial for developing students’ reading comprehension and analytical skills. Understanding the various organizational patterns in nonfiction texts empowers students to navigate information more effectively and critically evaluate content. As an educator, you play a pivotal role in equipping your students with the tools to comprehend and engage with nonfiction texts. […] The post Tips for Teaching Nonfiction Text Structures appeared first on Teacher ...| Teacher Thrive
Nonfiction text structures refer to how authors organize and present information in their writing. Understanding these structures can help students develop critical thinking skills, improve reading comprehension, and become better writers. This blog post will discuss the five types of nonfiction text structures. Cause and Effect: Cause and effect is a text structure that shows […] The post Nonfiction Text Structures appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
As teachers, one of our most important goals is to teach our students to think critically. This life-long skill really transcends all programs, standards, and curriculums. If we can teach students to think critically, success will follow. It sounds so simple, yet we know it can be a daunting task. One of the most effective ways I have found […] The post Free Depth and Complexity Bookmarks appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
When teaching nonfiction text structures, it can be really helpful to spend some time focusing on the key words and phrases that are specific to each text structure. Our students love to find patterns and rules in life, and they quickly notice when specific words or phrases particularly lend themselves to descriptive, order & sequence, […] The post Nonfiction Text Structures Key Words and Phrases appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
March is a magical month full of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with pots of gold, leprechauns, and of course, rainbows! The seven rainbow colors symbolize hope and luck– perfect for this special holiday. Use these seven engaging and educational rainbow-themed St. Patrick’s Day ideas to help you celebrate a memorable month with your class family! […] The post 7 Rainbow-Themed St. Patrick’s Day Ideas to Celebrate with Your Elementary Class in March appeared first on Life Between Summ...| Life Between Summers