Heinemann Blog | Primary Grades

09/27/23

How Do Teachers Get Better at Teaching Writing?

In our forthcoming book, How to Become a Better Writing Teacher, we focus on the question of how to help teachers become good writing teachers. . (continue reading)

09/20/23

Jump Rope Readers: How to Use Decodable Books to Plan Small Groups

Learn to use decodable texts to plan effective small group work with this sample teaching sequence from Michael Rae-Grant. (continue reading)

08/21/23

Jump Rope Readers: 8 Ideas for Using Decodable Books in Your Classroom

There are many ways to use Jump Rope Readers in your classroom. Like all decodable books, they can support whole class lessons, small group work, and independent practice. (continue reading)

08/17/23

3 Ways to Ensure Foundational Skills Stick for Students

Foundational literacy skills are the building blocks of a student's journey towards becoming proficient readers and writers. (continue reading)

08/16/23

5 Tips for Engaging Students During Whole-Class 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. (continue reading)

08/11/23

What are the Benefits of Shared Reading for Primary and Intermediate Students?

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

05/16/23

The Joyful Teacher: Framework for an (Almost) No Read Book Club

Practical Strategies for More Joy and Less Struggle Next Year (continue reading)

05/05/23

How to Become A Better Writing Teacher

Student engagement is crucial for students to learn to write well. When students are engaged, they’re more likely to learn. (continue reading)

03/29/23

Empower Students to Set and Accomplish Goals: Goal-Setting and Instruction with The Reading Strategies Book 2.0

Help students create a personalized reading plan that caters to their unique needs. Download a FREE self-reflection tool from Jennifer Serravallo. (continue reading)

12/08/22

Teach Students to Read Like Writers During Whole-Class Text Study

Watch Carl Anderson demonstrate how to help students learn to read like writers. (continue reading)

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