Close reading, the purposeful, focused reading and rereading of text, is more than an education buzzword. Every Reader, a Close Reader defines and unpacks the components of close reading and explores how to apply it within the context of the Common Core State Standards so that every student will be able to implement close reading strategies in class and independently. Drawing expertise and ideas from research, as well as teachers from across the country, Every Reader, a Close Reader serves as both an instructional guide and professional development tool for classroom teachers and instructional leaders to use when starting or strengthening close reading at the classroom level. In addition, this book includes chapters that focus on developing the close reading skills of students who are struggling readers, English language learners, or gifted learners.

Product Description: An indispensable guide for all who teach in grades three through five, as well as curriculum directors, reading specialists, literacy coaches, and school administrators, Inside the Common Core Classroom: Practical ELA Strategies for Grades 3-5  presents research-based teaching ideas that integrate the Common Core Standards with the best teaching practices in the critical English language arts areas...read more

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Nearly every state has independently adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), making this practical guide an indispensable resource for grades 3-5 teachers and teachers-in-training. Leading authorities explain each of the English language arts (ELA) standards and vividly show how to implement them. The book is filled with grade-specific classroom vignettes, instructional strategies and activities, sample lesson plans, and discussion questions. Chapters cover the major ELA strands: reading (literature, informational texts, and foundational skills); writing; speaking and listening; and language. Issues of assessment and technology integration are also explored. An appendix includes thematic units for each grade level demonstrating ways to embed CCSS/ELA standards into content-area instruction.See also Teaching with the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts, PreK-2.

Product Description: * Finalist--Association of Educational Publishers 2013 Distinguished Achievement Award *Principals will discover practical strategies for strengthening and improving reading programs using the foundation established by the authors' six truths of reading instruction...read more

Product Description: "Creative Curriculum Extenders: Projects for the Language Arts Classroom" is an easy-to-use source of reading and writing curriculum projects that tie to the National Literacy Standards and help teachers differentiate instruction...read more