Looking at the structure of words will help students learn how words are related to each other and how they can be changed by adding letters, letter clusters, and larger word parts. (continue reading)
During phonics, spelling, and word study lessons, the teacher presents short, explicit instruction to help children learn about and efficiently use sounds, letters, and words. (continue reading)
With high teacher support, you can lift students’ understanding of critical concepts that they will eventually learn to apply in independent reading. (continue reading)
Independent reading is placed within a strong instructional frame, through minilessons to help students apply understandings to their own reading and learn how to choose books they can enjoy; reading conferences to support thinking; and group share for further learning and assessment. (continue reading)
It is important to note that learning to read is not a process that stops about the second or third year of school. In fact, readers keep expanding their abilities for the rest of their lives. (continue reading)
