Embracing Translanguaging in the Classroom with Bilingual Texts By: Maya Wald Posted on: February 28, 2023 Using more than one language supports English learners and helps create an equitable environment.
Incorporating Oral Language Learning Throughout the School Day By: Deborah K. Reed, Ph.D. Posted on: September 28, 2021 Take three basic steps to implicitly and explicitly teach language to help develop this foundational skill for young students.
Find Books for Teens for Use at School or at Home With a Young Adult Literature Guide By: Sean Thompson Posted on: August 25, 2020 Learn how the guide can help you plan reading and learning opportunities for your teens.
Supporting Your Children's and Teens' Home Learning: Selecting Texts for Standards-Aligned Practice By: Leah Zimmermann, Ph.D. Posted on: March 24, 2020 Three areas to consider when picking a text and a listing of websites with free texts to read.
Positive Reading Reinforcement By: Andrew Frisbie Posted on: May 31, 2016 To develop enthusiasm for and a habit of reading, parents and teachers need to model being a reader, read to their children or students, and encourage reading for different purposes.
One School One Book: West Branch Community School District’s Literacy Initiative By: Jess Burger Posted on: May 3, 2016 An Iowa elementary school is getting students excited about reading through "One School One Book," where all families are given the same book to read.
The Challenge of Choice: Teachers Librarians and Parents Working Together By: Kate Lechtenberg, Ph.D. Posted on: April 19, 2016 Covering the complications and best practices when it comes to helping children make their own reading choices.
Supporting the Power to Choose Reading By: Kate Lechtenberg, Ph.D. Posted on: April 4, 2016 When it comes to children making reading choices, teacher librarians are poised to help families make these decisions.
Graphic Novels for Developing Multiple Literacies By: Jenna Spiering, Ph.D. Posted on: March 14, 2016 A close look at graphic novels and what they provide in terms of literacy development to their young readers.
10 Reading Tips for Families By: Tracy Donohue Posted on: February 12, 2016 Support young readers at home by providing choices, letting your child see you read, and ask your child questions about what they are reading.