Building a buddy reading routine in your classroom doesn’t have to be complicated — and it doesn’t have to start with a book, either. The key to success? Start with connection. When students feel safe and seen by their buddy, they’re more likely to engage
Have you tried using decodable readers in kindergarten? These amazing tools help young learners practice phonics skills in a way that builds confidence and keeps reading simple and fun. They’re especially helpful for struggling readers, making them feel successful and excited about learning to read!
This week we will put on our Science of Reading hats, and dig into the importance of phoneme-graphing mapping in early literacy. If these terms are unfamiliar, phoneme-grapheme mapping is a game-changer for helping early readers connect sounds to symbols & this post will show
For a long time, guided reading, where students work in small groups on books matched to their independent reading level, was a staple in many classrooms, mine included. However, research on the Science of Reading has started to cast doubt on its effectiveness, particularly for
Activating phonological awareness at the beginning of explicit phonics instruction is a SUPER important component of Science of Reading. But this is just 5 minutes out of the day.. What can teachers use that is quick, easy, and always engaging for kids? Read on to
Your second grade students have been singing their ABCs since they were toddlers. Now that they are growing readers and writers, teaching ABC order is an important literacy and life skill. Did you know that when kids can alphabetize words, they not only improve spelling,
