Topic: Literacy

During whole-group literacy, it’s important that students are interested in the books, discussions, and teachings for the most impactful, engaging literacy instruction.

Shared reading sparks joy, inquiry, student talk and agency. Shared reading is more engaging and impactful than any other whole-class literacy instruction.

Strong writing minilessons open a world of possibilities for learners, creating an environment that nurtures students’ ability to write with purpose, imagination, and voice.

Comprehension is not about spitting out facts and filling in blanks. Comprehension is about understanding. And reading is not merely about word calling. Reading is about thinking.

The audiobook of Literacy Moves Outdoors: Learning Approaches for Any Environment read by the author Valerie Bang-Jensen

These five strategies highlight the interconnectedness of comprehension, conversation, writing, and vocabulary in fostering a deep understanding of texts.

Read-aloud time is an opportunity to mentor children in the mindset, habits, and strategies of proficient readers.

Children not only need to write, they also need direct, explicit instruction in the skills and qualities of effective writing.

Finding the right books for your classroom of adolescent readers is key to building engagement. The right book in the hands of a kid can change a life forever.

Discover four proven strategies to empower struggling readers in your classroom, fostering a nurturing environment where students can unlock their reading potential and thrive academically.

Discover the key components of an effective reading intervention program to help your struggling students excel in their literacy skills.

Looking for ways to help struggling readers in your classroom? Check out these five early reading intervention activities to help improve reading skills and confidence.

This week we’re joined by Valerie Bang-Jensen and Amy Ludwig VanDerwater as they talk about Valerie’s new book Literacy Moves Outdoors!

If you’re wondering what literacy might look like outside the classroom, it’s everywhere.

The Complete Comprehension: Fiction expansion pack gives your students more choice in what they read for assessment, and you more options for matching students’ interest with their assessment book.

Heinemann President Matthew Mugo Fields' statement of moving forward in a way that reflects our values.

How can storytelling re-enter the classroom to compliment the critical literacy students are already building on?

Take a tour through some of the teaching tools featured in 4 Essential Studies by watching five complimentary conversation videos from Penny Kittle and Kelly Gallagher.