It all began with high-quality books. Before a lesson was conceptualized, or one word of instruction written, Fountas & Pinnell Classroom™ (FPC) was already years into development. (continue reading)
Intentional talk refers to the language you use that is consciously directed toward the goal of instruction. When you plan for intentional talk in your interactive read-aloud and shared reading experiences, think about the meaning of the text and what your students will need to think about to fully (continue reading)
Often, it can be difficult to find time for every activity in the classroom. As a remedy, here are some activities that can serve multiple purposes simultaneously. (continue reading)
Prekindergarten teachers are faced with the challenge of creating classrooms that are play-based, but also prepare children for a literacy-rich world. While most children will not leave PreK able to read conventionally, their development as emergent readers can be supported in many ways. (continue reading)
