Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
An unbelievable number of children in our nation's schools cannot read. Consequently, literacy has become a national priority.
Literacy Matters reviews 15 practical literacy approaches teachers can use across grade levels and content areas. This easy-to-use resource offers strategies for immediate implementation with an overview of the research and best practices associated with each strategy. Explore proven instructional methods such as:
- Metacognition
- Literature circles
- Involving parents and community
- Tapping into prior knowledge
- Using technology to impact literacy acquisition
Implement the strategies in Literacy Matters and watch your students improve their reading skills, comprehend what they read, and mature into lifelong learners.
Synopsis
The author defines 15 literacy approaches, with research and best practices associated with each strategy, to teach literacy and comprehension across all grade levels and content areas.