Research Based Instructional Frameworks and Resources
Guided Reading
This resource is filled with all of the instructional planning tools and resources needed to effectively implement guided reading. The guided reading structure follows the gradual release of responsibility framework: I do, we do, you do to enable students to see an explicit model, practice with the teacher and have time to practice independently. This is one of many structures that helps deliver individualized instruction based on students’ needs.
Phonics & Word Work
These two resources are used to help create individual student instruction in phonics and word study. Many students fall behind in reading comprehension because they need a solid foundation in phonics and word study. Words Their Way is filled with specific learning activities that will help students based on their current spelling stage: emergent, letter name- alphabetic, within word pattern, syllables and affixes, and derivational relations. Phonics A to Z explains the most recent brain research regarding strong phonics instruction and instructional routines that will accelerate student learning.
Word Study, Vocabulary, Fluency & Comprehension
Many ideas on how to increase student engagement during one-on-one lessons come from this resource. This resource contains an assortment of research-based activities to develop students’ literacy and active reading skills. “It is a balanced, whole-child approach to reading and incorporates numerous rigorous and engaging techniques that promote critical thinking and problem solving while reading.” The activities address phonics and word study, vocabulary, fluency and reading comprehension.
Early Childhood - Developing Literacy
This is another favorite resource used to enhance early childhood learning. It’s filled with fun activities to help kids listen to language and play with sounds; phonemic awareness is the building blocks for reading! The activities used in this resource are engaging and fun for kids.
Reading Comprehension
Reading comprehension is understanding and interpreting what is read in a text. Children need to be able to accurately read words, make connections, and think deeply about a text. This resource is used to develop individual instruction based on the different areas of comprehension a student might need. There are specific strategies used to help gain a deeper understanding of both fiction and nonfiction text.