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Sight Words Thru Phonics: A Game That Actually Teaches–Steal It
Don’t make this mistake. Don’t put the cart before the horse. Don’t emphasize sight words […]
Read PostA Streamlined System for Differentiated Learning–Guided Reading
[Looking for a small group Guided Reading structure that’s easy to use AND accelerates students’ […]
Read PostOrganize Advanced Phonics Information for Rapid Learning–Sort It
Have you had a student like Anthony? Anthony’s finishing 1st grade and he seems to […]
Read PostTeach the Letter-Sounds with Multiple Early Reading Skills–Build It
How can one not start at the beginning, you may be wondering. “Start” and “beginning” […]
Read PostLearning How to Blend and Read Words–Read It
Maria is a beautiful, endearing child with carefully plaited braids and bows that match her […]
Read PostThe Foundation for Strong Sound-Based Decoding–Switch It
Imagine with me the recipe that most first grade teachers attempt to create a class […]
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Vocabulary Instruction with Informational Text – Inspired by Freddy Hiebert
Would you like to make small changes to your vocabulary instruction that result in BIG […]
Read PostVocabulary Instruction with Narrative Text – Inspired by Freddy Hiebert
Many of our children come to us with limited vocabulary knowledge, so we want to […]
Read PostTutor Transforms Non-readers to Readers in 3-4 Months
If you’re struggling to teach non-readers to read, Terri Jenson’s incredible story of how she […]
Read PostChanging the Opportunity Gap in Reading
65, 51, 2 – 5, 25, 5, and 1 – What do these numbers have […]
Read PostInnovative Vocabulary Strategies: Freddy Hiebert’s Vocabulary Revolution
“Research shows that vocabulary is the best support for students’ comprehension of narrative and information […]
Read PostEXplicit but not EXhaustive Phonics Instruction
Research has made a powerful case for the importance of systematic, explicit phonics. But just how […]
Read PostCreative Solutions for Reaching Students during Distance Learning
Find yourself suddenly trying to reach students for distance learning yet they have no reliable […]
Read PostHow to Teach Reading Online
Suddenly find yourself teaching reading online? This is uncharted territory and perhaps you’re overwhelmed. Who has […]
Read Post5 Proven Ways for You to Support Your Child’s Reading
Are you a parent finding yourself suddenly in charge of your child’s learning due to […]
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