Working from this core belief, authors Edgar McIntoch and Marilu Peck developed a multisensory approach to teaching that has transformed their classroom. By designing lessons that engage students' se
A rich collection of poems and short passages, perfect for middle school. Teachers read one of the powerful pieces aloud and invite students to respond to one of the freewriting suggestions. Teachers
Full-color photographs selected by seasoned first-grade teacher Judy Lynch showcase dozens and dozens of creative, practical ideas, each accompanied by Judy's insightful comments. From arranging furn
These unique, easy-to-assemble mini centers will be a big hit with kids! Simply cut file folders in half and fold into quarters. Then glue the colorful templates to the mini folders and the centers a
You'll reach for this collection of kid-pleasing read alouds again and again. Each short selection will grab kids' attentions, build vocabulary, as well as comprehension, listening, and high-level th
This practical guide to teaching literacy in kindergarten is based on the premise that "students can manage higher and more specific goals than those of the traditional kindergarten program." A spiri
Meaningful, classroom tested-rubrics and self-assessment checklists are now at your fingertips! Reproducible forms for reading and listening comprehension, story character analysis, content-area resea
These engaging mini-lessons for the interactive whiteboard teach basic multiplication and division concepts through 15 effective strategies and help students practice math facts for mastery. This reso
These unique, easy-to-assemble mini centers will be a big hit with kids! Simply cut file folders in half and fold into quarters. Then glue the colorful templates to the mini folders and the centers a
When reading and writing become a regular part of a student's day, learning grows. But when discussion is added to the mix, it blooms. In this book, Dixie Lee Spiegel presents discussion as a tool th
Everything you need to set up and manage the best routines and practices for young learners. From shared reading to snack time, literacy centers to outdoor play, this book provides all the step-by-ste
Reinforce young children's learning with 10-minute Ofamily homeworkO activities that are age-appropriate and fun for both adults and children alike. Reproducible activity pages give families clear dir
Master kindergarten teacher Cindy Middendorf shares her strategies for creating a nurturing, choice-based learning environment where all learners thrive. Packed with research-based tips, model lessons
This book offers teachers the support they need to implement Tier 2 reading interventions in their classrooms. From formative assessments that help you screen students and monitor their progress to di
Take a tour of a vibrant and learning-rich kindergarten classroom. By browsing through dozens of full-color photographs and reading insightful captions and other clear descriptions of this dynamic en
Put students on the road to reading with this clear and concise guide to teaching reading strategies to young learners. The irresistible lessons and activities introduce and model key strategies—
Integrate word walls into your daily literacy activities! Sample lessons including photos of real classrooms, show you how to add to the walls each week, drawing words from poems, nursery rhymes, morn
Enrich circle time, transitions, or any time with this irresistible collection of easy-to-learn activities! Fingerplays, action rhymes, and songs help children improve memory, build fine and gross mot
The author dispels the misinformation that has arisen about fluency since the National Reading Panel named it as a key element of reading and helps teachers explore and understand their role in suppo
A motivating way to teach grammar in middle school and beyond. Lively lessons teach parts of speech, parts of sentences, tricky homonyms, and more. Students create a Personal Skills Record to monitor
Teach young children what good readers do with this collection of mini-lessons, routines, and activities that reinforce key reading skills throughout the year and build independence. Children learn h
For students to understand what they read, they need to be taught strategies good readers use. This book looks at how two gifted teachers do just that. Nicole Outsen and Stephanie Yulga cover key str
Karen Bromley shares a new approach to vocabulary instruction that nurtures students’ curiosity about language and gives them the knowledge and skills they need to tackle new words independently. Find
Get writing workshop up and running with these classroom-tested ideas from veteran teacher Janiel Wagstaff. Janiel shares the essentials: the materials and routines you need to get kids writing right
Turn to this resource all year long for engaging reading response activities that deepen comprehension and increase motivation! Includes graphic organizers, collaborative bulletin boards, dramatic ac
Turn to this resource all year long for engaging reading response activities that deepen comprehension and increase motivation! Includes graphic organizers, collaborative bulletin boards, dramatic ac
A rich collection of more than 50 mini-lessons linked to the standards, written by recognized experts in the field. Topics include finding and developing topics, writing with a purpose, planning narr
A rich collection of more than 60 mini-lessons linked to the standards, written by recognized experts in the field. Topics include reviewing basic concepts, writing with a purpose, planning narrative
Experts agree that writing workshop is a powerful way to teach students to write. But managing it and creating mini-lessons that work are a challenge. In this comprehensive resource, two mentor teach
Barbara Orehovec and Marybeth Alley’s fresh look at reading workshop shows teachers how to get the most out of this highly effective approach. Teaching reading strategies, building comprehension, expl
Literacy expert Pam Allyn and her colleague Georgie Marley share 75 of their most effective homework pages in this comprehensive collection. Match homework to kids by skill level or learning style, or
Drawing on her 28 years of teaching experience, Megan Sloan has identified the top ten writing lessons upper elementary students need, and she shares them here, divided into step-by-step mini-lessons
Favorite poet and author Georgia Heard shares step-by-step poetry lessons that guide students to identify figurative language, hear rhyme, rhythm, and other poetic conventions, and explore imagery and
Drawing on her 22 years of experience as a kindergarten teacher, Cindy Middendorf has compiled this amazing resource packed with research-based activities, lessons, and strategies to increase students
Veteran teacher Janiel Wagstaff shows how to harness the power of children's names to teach key reading and writing skills. ABC Name Walls jumpstart lessons on letter-sound correspondence, identifying
Mentor teacher and best-selling author Cindy Middendorf shares research-based, classroom-tested lessons, strategies, and activities that help every young reader thrive. Simple routines strengthen the
Time-saving, teacher-written forms, plus tips for use, sure help you know and evaluate the readers in your classroom. Reading Surveys, Strategy Checklists, Conference Questions, Partner Retelling Rec
Help students make the connection between key historical events, geography, and people with this collection of diorama-like maps. Each map highlights an important route in history, such as the Mayflo
This collection of weekly homework sheets is designed to give students practice in key writing skills and conventions of print. Students review correct usage of commas, apostrophes, and quotation mark
