The Science of Reading Simplified
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As a literacy coach, I’ve walked into hundreds of classrooms over the years, and there’s something truly special about turning the corner and finding a teacher deeply engaged in a quality read aloud with their students. Those moments—where eyes are wide, bodies are still, and minds are clearly traveling somewhere else entirely—remind me why I […]
“They’re too old for read alouds.” Heard that one before? Me too! If I had a dollar for every time someone told me middle schoolers don’t need read alouds, I could retire early! But here’s the thing – this common misconception isn’t just wrong, it’s actually holding our adolescent readers back from some pretty amazing […]
Hey there, fellow teacher! Ever been in this situation? You’re wrapping up your weekly team meeting when a new colleague quietly asks the question we’ve all wondered at some point: “How do I make read aloud time more meaningful?” I totally get it. Their lesson plans look perfect—small reading groups organized, phonics activities prepped—but story […]
You’re wrapping up a hectic morning of literacy centers when you announce it’s read aloud time. Suddenly, the energy shifts. Even your most reluctant readers perk up – and that moment taught me just how powerful a classroom read aloud can be for developing literacy skills. If you’re like me, sneaking in professional reading during […]
You know that magical moment when you pull out a read aloud book and suddenly your most reluctant reader scoots closer, completely captivated by the story? When even your wiggliest students settle in, hanging on every word? If you’re like me, sipping something caffeinated while planning tomorrow’s lessons, let’s explore why read aloud is important […]
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