Shell Education Strategies For Effective Balanced Literacy, Grades K-8

Whether you are a seasoned teacher or preparing for your first time in the classroom, this in-depth resource book makes it easy to utilize a balanced literacy framework. Mini lessons, reproducibles and other teaching resources help strengthen student skills with a holistic approach. Helps teachers of all experience levels introduce a balanced literacy approach in the classroom. Simple strategies foster a holistic approach to literacy with an emphasis on written and oral instructions. In-depth sections provide insight on each literacy branch. Sections include Word Study (looking at phonics instruction, letter/sound correspondences, phonemic awareness, word analysis, spelling instruction and vocabulary), Guided Reading (exploring modeled and shared reading and independent reading) and Modeled and Shared Writing - Writers Workshop. A wide range of classroom resources makes it easy to update your curriculum. Mini lessons, student reproducibles, reflection, discussion questions and other tools help keep the focus on the arms of literacy. Meets Common Core standards. Ideal for use in kindergarten through grade 8 classrooms. Grade-level bands tailor instruction to early education (K to 2), elementary (3 to 5) and middle school (6 to 8) environments.