Literacy Posts
Why Worrying About Screen Time Might Be The Wrong…
While screen time certainly matters, focusing only on time is like developing a literacy program that focuses only on ‘minutes read.’
Helping Students Read By Choosing The Right Literacy Strategy
Start with the big ideas of written communication: Who (author) is saying what (theme/main idea, etc.) to whom (audience)?
What Is Reader’s Theater? Using Literacy For Online Student…
Reader’s theater is a collaborative literacy activity, for all ages, that incorporates reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Drawing Ideas: The Benefits Of Mindmapping For Learning
Mind-maps allow teachers to gain insight into their students’ thought processes and see the development of their work.
What I Tell Students When They Say They Don’t…
Some readers may think they dislike the process of reading but everyone loves ideas–and reading is a wonderful strategy to find…
24 Of The Best Digital Tools To Build Vocabulary
The following digital tools to build vocabulary include reference tools, word clouds, games and review, word walls, and virtual field trips.
25 Ways Schools Can Promote Literacy And Independent Reading
A literacy-rich environment not only supports the academic growth but also encourages conversation, empathy, and critical thinkink.
The Difference Between Lateral Reading And Vertical Reading
Lateral reading is reading ‘across’ texts sequentially–primarily for the purpose of evaluating the credibility of a text.
