What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Grades 3-5

Keisler, Laura

ISBN 10: 1087696747 / ISBN 13: 9781087696744

Published by Shell Education, 2023

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Grades 3-5
• Publisher: Shell Education
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1087696747
• ISBN 13: 9781087696744
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Bring the science of reading to life in the classroom.

Developed for Grades 3-5, this resource provides teachers with research-based strategies to boost students' reading and writing skills.

Laura Keisler provides an overview of key components of literacy instruction--including word recognition, reading comprehension and content knowledge, and writing--alongside proven strategies to strengthen students' skills in these areas.

With 35 powerful strategies, teachers will have everything needed to:

• Understand the "why" behind each strategy with clear background information.
• Focus lessons using well-defined instructional objectives.
• Implement with ease using step-by-step guidance designed for busy classrooms.
• Adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Filled with real-world examples and more than 25 engaging activity sheets, this book makes applying the science of reading both practical and enjoyable. It's the perfect tool for helping teachers build confident, skilled readers and writers who are ready for lifelong learning.

About the Author

Laura Keisler, Ed.D., is an assistant professor in the department of Literacy and Reading Education at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). Her research and teaching interests include literacy instruction, teacher preparation, and professional development. In addition to teaching, Laura trains teachers nationwide on best practices for literacy instruction. She presents at national conferences, has published articles on a variety of literacy topics, and is the the author of What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Grades 3-5 and What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Secondary Grades. She is the coauthor of Building Academic Language Through Content-Area Text. Laura is a former classroom teacher and literacy coach.