While most children learn to read fairly well, there remain many young Americans whose futures are imperiled because they do not read well enough to meet the demands of our competitive, technology-driven society. This book explores the problem within the context of social, historical, cultural, and biological factors. Recommendations address the identification of groups of children at risk, effective instruction for the preschool and early grades, effective approaches to dialects and bilingualism, the importance of these findings for the professional development of teachers, and gaps that remain in our understanding of how children learn to read. Implications for parents, teachers, schools, communities, the media, and government at all levels are discussed. The book examines the epidemiology of reading problems and introduces the concepts used by experts in the field. In a clear and readable narrative, word identification, comprehension, and other processes in normal reading development are discussed. Against the background of normal progress, Preventing Reading Difficulties in Young Children examines factors that put children at risk of poor reading. It explores in detail how literacy can be fostered from birth through kindergarten and the primary grades, including evaluation of philosophies, systems, and materials commonly used to teach reading.
"Effective Developmental Reading Strategies for Elementary Students" is a comprehensive guide designed to equip educators and parents with the tools needed to foster strong reading skills in young learners. Recognizing that reading is the foundation of academic success, this book delves into a variety of strategies and techniques that support the development of essential reading skills from the early stages of literacy through the mastery of advanced comprehension. The journey begins with an exploration of developmental reading, providing a clear definition and highlighting its significance in elementary education. Understanding the stages of reading development is crucial, and this book breaks down each stage, offering insights into the challenges and milestones children encounter as they learn to read. Teachers and parents play pivotal roles in this process, and the book emphasizes how their guidance and support can significantly impact a child's reading journey. Building foundational reading skills is at the heart of early literacy. The book offers practical strategies for developing phonemic awareness, teaching letter recognition, and expanding vocabulary. Each technique is presented with actionable steps, making it easy for educators to implement these practices in the classroom and for parents to reinforce them at home. As students progress, enhancing comprehension skills becomes essential. This book introduces active reading strategies that encourage students to interact with texts through questioning, predicting, and summarizing. Visualization techniques help students create mental images, improving their understanding of what they read. Moreover, the book emphasizes the importance of connecting text to life, teaching students to relate their reading experiences to their own lives, thereby deepening their engagement and comprehension. Encouraging a love for reading is another key focus. The book provides tips on creating a reading-friendly environment, both in the classroom and at home, to foster a lifelong love of reading. It also guides educators and parents in selecting appropriate reading materials that match students' interests and reading levels, ensuring that reading remains an enjoyable and enriching experience. Differentiated instruction is crucial for addressing the diverse needs of students. This book offers techniques for adapting reading strategies for struggling readers, supporting advanced readers, and incorporating culturally responsive teaching practices. By acknowledging and addressing individual differences, educators can ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed in reading. In today's digital age, technology plays a significant role in education. The book explores various digital tools and resources that enhance reading skills, including interactive reading programs and apps. It also discusses the importance of balancing screen time with traditional reading, helping educators and parents make informed decisions about integrating technology into the reading curriculum. Assessing and monitoring reading progress is vital for tailoring instruction to meet students' needs. This book outlines effective assessment techniques, explains how to use data to inform instruction, and highlights the importance of providing constructive feedback and setting achievable reading goals. Lastly, the book emphasizes the importance of involving families in the reading journey. It offers strategies for engaging parents, creating home reading programs, and providing resources that empower parents to support their children's reading development. "Effective Developmental Reading Strategies for Elementary Students" is an essential resource for anyone involved in the education of young readers. With its practical advice, research-based strategies, and focus on fostering a love of reading, this book is a valuable tool for nurturing the next generation of confident, capable readers.
"The Handbook of Reading Research is the research handbook for the field. Each volume has come to define the field for the period of time it covers ... When taken as a set, the four volumes provide a definitive history of reading research"--Back of cover, volume 4.
Get the "big picture" of teaching reading in the middle school, including research, as well as the practical details you need to help every stydent become a better reader. Veteran teacher Laura Robb shares how to: teach reading strategies across the curriculum, present mini-lessons that deepen students' knowledge of how specific reading strategies work; help kids apply the strategies through guided practice; support struggling readers with a plan of action that improves their reading motivation; and much more.
"Effective Developmental Reading Strategies for Elementary Students" is a comprehensive guide designed to equip educators and parents with the tools needed to foster strong reading skills in young learners. Recognizing that reading is the foundation of academic success, this book delves into a variety of strategies and techniques that support the development of essential reading skills from the early stages of literacy through the mastery of advanced comprehension. The journey begins with an exploration of developmental reading, providing a clear definition and highlighting its significance in elementary education. Understanding the stages of reading development is crucial, and this book breaks down each stage, offering insights into the challenges and milestones children encounter as they learn to read. Teachers and parents play pivotal roles in this process, and the book emphasizes how their guidance and support can significantly impact a child's reading journey. Building foundational reading skills is at the heart of early literacy. The book offers practical strategies for developing phonemic awareness, teaching letter recognition, and expanding vocabulary. Each technique is presented with actionable steps, making it easy for educators to implement these practices in the classroom and for parents to reinforce them at home. As students progress, enhancing comprehension skills becomes essential. This book introduces active reading strategies that encourage students to interact with texts through questioning, predicting, and summarizing. Visualization techniques help students create mental images, improving their understanding of what they read. Moreover, the book emphasizes the importance of connecting text to life, teaching students to relate their reading experiences to their own lives, thereby deepening their engagement and comprehension. Encouraging a love for reading is another key focus. The book provides tips on creating a reading-friendly environment, both in the classroom and at home, to foster a lifelong love of reading. It also guides educators and parents in selecting appropriate reading materials that match students' interests and reading levels, ensuring that reading remains an enjoyable and enriching experience. Differentiated instruction is crucial for addressing the diverse needs of students. This book offers techniques for adapting reading strategies for struggling readers, supporting advanced readers, and incorporating culturally responsive teaching practices. By acknowledging and addressing individual differences, educators can ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed in reading. In today's digital age, technology plays a significant role in education. The book explores various digital tools and resources that enhance reading skills, including interactive reading programs and apps. It also discusses the importance of balancing screen time with traditional reading, helping educators and parents make informed decisions about integrating technology into the reading curriculum. Assessing and monitoring reading progress is vital for tailoring instruction to meet students' needs. This book outlines effective assessment techniques, explains how to use data to inform instruction, and highlights the importance of providing constructive feedback and setting achievable reading goals. Lastly, the book emphasizes the importance of involving families in the reading journey. It offers strategies for engaging parents, creating home reading programs, and providing resources that empower parents to support their children's reading development. "Effective Developmental Reading Strategies for Elementary Students" is an essential resource for anyone involved in the education of young readers. With its practical advice, research-based strategies, and focus on fostering a love of reading, this book is a valuable tool for nurturing the next generation of confident, capable readers.
Offering fresh alternatives to common instructional practices that fail to get results, this accessible, highly practical guide highlights ways to motivate middle school students while enhancing content-area learning. Each chapter features an enlightening case study of a teacher whose current strategies are not supported by research; describes effective instructional alternatives, illustrated with concrete examples; and lists online resources and lesson examples. Emphasis is given to supporting critical engagement with texts and drawing on technology and new literacies. The book covers specific content areas?including science, social studies, math, and literature?as well as ways to teach oral literacy and writing across the curriculum. ?
The untold story of the root cause of America's education crisis--and the seemingly endless cycle of multigenerational poverty. It was only after years within the education reform movement that Natalie Wexler stumbled across a hidden explanation for our country's frustrating lack of progress when it comes to providing every child with a quality education. The problem wasn't one of the usual scapegoats: lazy teachers, shoddy facilities, lack of accountability. It was something no one was talking about: the elementary school curriculum's intense focus on decontextualized reading comprehension "skills" at the expense of actual knowledge. In the tradition of Dale Russakoff's The Prize and Dana Goldstein's The Teacher Wars, Wexler brings together history, research, and compelling characters to pull back the curtain on this fundamental flaw in our education system--one that fellow reformers, journalists, and policymakers have long overlooked, and of which the general public, including many parents, remains unaware. But The Knowledge Gap isn't just a story of what schools have gotten so wrong--it also follows innovative educators who are in the process of shedding their deeply ingrained habits, and describes the rewards that have come along: students who are not only excited to learn but are also acquiring the knowledge and vocabulary that will enable them to succeed. If we truly want to fix our education system and unlock the potential of our neediest children, we have no choice but to pay attention.
This practitioner resource and course text has given thousands of K-12 teachers evidence-based tools for helping students--particularly those at risk for reading difficulties--understand and acquire new knowledge from text. The authors present a range of scientifically validated instructional techniques and activities, complete with helpful classroom examples and sample lessons. The book describes ways to assess comprehension, build the skills that good readers rely on, and teach students to use multiple comprehension strategies flexibly and effectively. Each chapter features thought-provoking discussion questions. Reproducible lesson plans and graphic organizers can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. New to This Edition *Chapters on content-area literacy, English language learners, and intensive interventions. *Incorporates current research on each component of reading comprehension. *Discusses ways to align instruction with the Common Core State Standards. *Additional instructional activities throughout.
