Reading instruction

As you probably know, phonics is an essential component of reading instruction. Before you read this loooong post all about how to teach ph...

Diagnostic and formative. What steps students should progress through. They aren't necessarily linear.

Utilize these fantastic reading comprehension resources to help your student develop this skill.

A list of reading skills that can be taught during reading small groups or reading intervention time. Print off the free pdf and place in your teaching binder for easy access.

Balanced Literacy Approach. What is Balanced Literacy? How does it look in a kindergarten classroom? Look at reading instruction: read alouds, shared reading, guided reading, and independent reading. Also look at writing instruction: Modeled writing, shared writing, interactive writing, guided writing, and independent writing.

Close reading is a hot topic that's just getting hotter! Here are 21 anchor charts, bulletin board ideas and other resources that you can bring into your classroom to turn your readers into even closer readers.

Fluency brings the words to life!

Have students who just can't remember what they have read? I have ten reading comprehension strategies to use right away to help them out!

Small group instruction should be utilized in every classroom! I will show you my small group routines for each of my levels in kindergarten.

If you teach a struggling reader, these 12 incredible resources for struggling readers are here to encourage you through practical tips and activities.