Create a Reading Block that Supports ELL Students with Beth Vaucher
No matter where you are located, it's likely that you have students who are not native English speakers. Only about 1% of homeroom teachers have training in supporting the ELL population, even though these students are in their homeroom the majority of the day without an ELL specialist. So if you're wondering how to provide support to your English Language Learners, our guest today is sharing her favorite tips!
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Using Task Cards to Boost Comprehension
In true Stellar Teacher fashion, I'm going to share how to maximize the effectiveness of a tool you probably already have: task cards. It is my goal to provide tips that are practical and set up students up to be independent readers. If you're like me, the cookie cutter methods don't cut it.
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Getting Started with Author Studies
One of my favorite books, Deeper Reading, states that teachers directly influence their student's motivation and interest in reading. This, in turn, influences their reading comprehension. We may not have the power to choose the literature in the curriculum, but the way you frame their reading experiences should excite and inspire them!
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5 Tips For Returning To Independent Reading After Winter Break
Returning to the classroom after winter break can bring some challenges when it comes to your reading block. Students are out of their normal routine, and may or may not have been reading during their time off of school. As I like to say, it's possible that your kids have "forgotten how to do school".
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