Lucy Calkins, Creator of Reading Workshop, Responds to 'Phonics-Centric People'
One of the giants of the literacy world is grappling with the recent push for the "science of reading"—and responding to critics.| Education Week
There are definitely some holidays that are easier to find resources for than others. Kwanzaa was a trickier holiday as there weren’t as many newly published books to share and because I’m not as familiar with the holiday, it was harder for me to vet the additional resources for the lesson plan. And while this lesson plan could work for toddlers or be adapted for elementary school age students, I was able to fill out the lesson plan with fiction and nonfiction books, some songs, as well a...| Literacious
We’re moving through these holidays! Next up, Christmas! I really tried to share some newer titles for this book list. There are so many Christmas books out there and while I’ll always have my tried and true favorites, I wanted to share some new titles with you that you might not have checked out yet! So, check out these wonderful read alouds and let me know what you think! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no e...| Literacious
The next holiday up in my continuing series of storytime themes is Hanukkah! I tried really hard to find some newer titles to share for this storytime because there are some amazing classic books out there, but its not always easy to find something new to try. And I also tried to find a mix of stories between silly stories with dinosaurs or latkes as the main characters and stories that share the true meaning of the holiday. I hope you find some books that work for your lesson plan! This post...| Literacious
While the winter solstice is still quite a few months away, I know what’s its like to try and plan programming in advance! Today’s storytime theme: winter solstice celebrates the shortest day of the year with really great picture books that make wonderful read alouds, some fun winter-themed songs and rhymes, and of course a few craft projects as well! The winter solstice has the shortest daylight hours of the year and I always think that the January and February seem so much darker than N...| Literacious
Today was such a fun book list to pull together for a lost and found storytime! There are so many great books that go along with this theme and while it was a little trickier to find crafts and activities to go along with this theme, I think I found a couple of great ideas that wouldn’t be too hard to pull off! You could also create a hide and seek game throughout the children’s department, classroom, or home and hide little things and have the kids help you find them! However you create ...| Literacious
One of the giants of the literacy world is grappling with the recent push for the "science of reading"—and responding to critics.| Education Week
Starting school is an exciting adventure and being familiar with books, stories, letters, and sounds can make the transition even smoother. Early literacy skills are the building blocks that help children learn to read and write. But don’t worry, this […] The post Early Literacy Skills: Building a Love of Reading and Writing from the Start appeared first on The Good Play Guide.| The Good Play Guide
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
Illustrations spark young imaginations, give personality, and adventure. So, knowing how to illustrate a children’s book is essential.| Rosy Posy Papillon
Learn why singable picture books support early literacy and why you should use them with young children, especially in storytime.| Jbrary
Storytime Theme: Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful and this lesson plan is a wonderful place to start!| Literacious
A new review claims that the curriculum has gaps in its alignment to reading research, and doesn't offer enough supports for teachers.| Education Week
Want to know if a K-2 classroom is using explicit, systematic phonics or balanced literacy? Explore the main instructional differences.| Education Week
Learning how to decode words is essential to becoming a reader. But research shows that building a strong vocabulary and knowledge-base is crucial as well.| Education Week
New survey data from Education Week show that most K-2 teachers and education professors are using instructional methods that run counter to the cognitive science.| Education Week
If you want a fun way to motivate summer reading at home, we have a free printable summer reading chart for you. Stick this on your fridge or somewhere visible so that kids see it every day and offer some sort of reward as an incentive for them to keep reading all summer long.| Busy Mommy Media
A new report maps the shifting reading curriculum market.| Education Week
At Tessa, one of the most common questions we as educators hear is “When will my child learn to read?” But here’s an even more important question: How are we […] The post “When Will My Child Learn to Read?” Early Literacy Starts With Sound in Every Language appeared first on Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
Storytime Theme: Brothers is a sweet storytime about the wonderful relationship between brothers (even when they argue a bit!).| Literacious
Teaching the alphabet? These 5 mistakes can hold your child back. Learn what to avoid and how to make learning fun and effective from the start!| Homeschool Preschool
Cleveland Public Library and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Host Free Author Talk The post Rock Legends Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Bring Stories to Life appeared first on Cleveland Public Library.| Cleveland Public Library
Who across the K-12 spectrum engages frequently in activities that promote foundational reading skills? The answer may come as a surprise.| Education Week
A report from Student Achievement Partners claims that Lucy Calkins's popular reading program doesn't align to evidence-based practice.| Education Week
Philosophical disagreements, a rushed rollout, and a lack of ready-to-use materials have complicated one state's journey.| Education Week
Except for fourth grade math, New York’s NAEP scores in reading and math have stagnated or declined over the past 25 years. These results make it clear that current approaches, especially in middle grades, are failing students. We cannot continue with the same strategies and expect different outcomes.| The Education Trust-New York
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Counting with preschool kids should be playful and fun! Get preschool kids moving, singing and counting with these simple ideas.| Flannel Board Fun
An analysis of the five most-used programs for early reading shows that they often diverge from evidence-based practices.| Education Week
The debate rages but the science is clear: Teaching systematic phonics is the most reliable way to make sure that kids learn how to read.| Education Week
We interrogate the cognitive science behind how young students gain foundational reading skills and explore challenges in teaching kids to read.| Education Week
Research reveals the most effective ways to help young struggling readers through tutoring. Early literacy tutoring works.| Kappan Online
Try these spooky and free printable versions of Follow-the-Path and classic Tic-Tac-Toe games for kids! Fun with a Halloween flair!| Teach Mama
SIlly, fun and not-so-scary Halloween-themed learning activities for kids. Party ideas, games, books and treats galore!| Teach Mama
Teach letters the way children learn; through play and hands-on learning. These hands-on letter recognition activities are great!| No Time For Flash Cards
Discover 10 fun activities to build pre-reading skills in preschoolers. Develop print awareness, motivation, listening comprehension, letter knowledge, and phonological awareness for early literacy success.| Empowered Parents
Are your students working hard on phonics skills? These printable phonics activities will make your literacy lessons a blast!| Fun Learning for Kids
How to share early literacy messages in storytime in a supportive way, and how to observe, wait, and listen when talking to young children.| Jbrary
In just two short years, the Alaska Reads Act is already getting results. Governor Dunleavy announced a data release showing significant improvement in Alaska’s early literacy benchmarks. Alaska Policy Forum has been a tireless champion for early literacy reforms like those in the Alaska Reads Act since 2013. Well-crafted policy based in the science of| Alaska Policy Forum | Our vision is an Alaska that continuously grows prosper...
Learning to rhyme is an important pre-reading skill. Here are 15 super fun rhyming activities for preschool and kindergarten kids.| Empowered Parents
What a greater focus on content could mean for reading instruction.| Education Week
Resources to learn about serve and return interactions and how to use them as early literacy messages in library storytimes.| Jbrary
Education Week tracks which states mandate that schools use evidence-based methods to teach young students how to read.| Education Week
Lucy Calkins, author of a popular reading curriculum, is taking a step away from the method, which isn't based in science. Will others follow?| Education Week
