Literacy Posts
25 Social Justice Books To Encourage Students To Change…
Which are the best books to promote social justice and activism? Which can encourage students to change their world?
10 Dos & Don’ts For Teaching Vocabulary In Any…
Teach students morphological strategies to figure out words they do not know, in addition to context-clue strategies.
How To Take Cornell Notes
The purpose of Cornell Notes is to distill complex text, arguments, etc. into a format useful for reflection and study.
5 Dimensions Of Critical Digital Literacy: A Framework
Digital Literacy is increasingly important in an age where many students read more from screens than they do from books.
How To Cite A Tweet: MLA Style
How to cite a tweet depends on context, but generally begin with the username, then add the verbatim tweet in quotations.
How To Help Students Find More Time To Read
Making reading a contest may result in more books read, but may not create the ‘reader’ you’re hoping to create.
10 Ways To Use ReadWorks In The Classroom
A simple way for students to build background knowledge and improve literacy skills, here are 10 ways to use ReadWorks in…
The Highest Literacy Is Understanding The Value Of A…
Texts may be chosen based on their success in the classroom, yet students are not taught how to recognize their utility…
