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Reading
Close Reading: Don’t Read Too Closely
A few things I want to mention from the outset: I think close reading has its place in both elementary and secondary classrooms, but As U.C.…
Reading Fluency Homework
Now... independent reading is valuable for so many purposes: vocabulary acquisition, reading comprehension development, self-discipline, stamina, building concentration, nurturing imagination, learning culture, and FUN! However, many…
Academic Language: What Not to Teach and What to Teach
The Tier 2 academic vocabulary words are not ends in themselves; they are gateways to more sophisticated reading. Academic language is all about access to text…
Assessment-based Individualized Learning
Every educational movement needs a catchy new acronym. ABIL will have to do: Assessment-based Individualized Learning. Simply put, it's the supplemental instruction students need to catch…
Quick Reading Assessments
Grades 4-8 teachers need quick reading assessments to determine "ballpark" reading levels of their students. Three assessment tools are provided free of charge.
The W.C. Wayside Chapel Joke
Here's the famous W.C. Wayside Chapel joke from Boy Scout and Young Life fame, updated and revised to appeal to those who appreciated refined potty humor.
Pennington Publishing Pinterest Boards
Check out my ELA and reading intervention Pinterest boards with tons of free resources.
How to Teach English Accent Rules
Teaching students the syllable and accent rules through effective practice will noticeably improve their word attack and spelling skills. The accent rules and teaching procedure work…