The Book of Reading and Writing Ideas, Tips, and Lists for the Elementary Classroom

About the AuthorIntroduction1. A Practical Look at Literacy and Effective Schools Practices Student-Centered Schools Shared Purpose and Vision Strong Instructional Leadership Knowledgeable Staff Members Alignment of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Information and Data Collection Maximizing Available Resources Abundant and Focused Staff Development Strong Family and Community Involvement Embedding Change & Seeking Continuous Improvement First and Lasting Impressions-A Survey Checklist2. Components of an Effective, Complete Reading Program Read Aloud Shared Reading Guided Reading Literacy Centers Literature Circles Independent Reading Checklist3. Essential Elements of Reading Instruction Phonemic Awareness Phonics Non-Decodable, High-Frequency Words Vocabulary Development Language Structure Fluency Comprehension Checklist4. Components of an Effective, Complete Writing Program Modeled Writing Interactive Writing Structured Writing Writers Workshop Independent Writing Checklist5. Teaching Writing Skills in Context Content Use of Language Mechanics Revision and Editing Checklist6. Other Instructional Factors Impacting the Success of Reading and Writing Programs Checklist7. Meeting the Needs of Struggling Readers Teachers Classroom Instruction Effective Reading Instruction Instructional Time Appropriate Materials Program Options Use of Resources School-Wide Communication Family Programs Community Programs Policy Decisions Checklist8. Information Gathering and Data Collection 9. Staff Training Ideas 10. Fifty 10-Minute Tips for "Leaders" to Use to Impact the Reading and Writing Performance of Students11. 101 Parent Tips to Enhance LiteracyConclusion References and Suggested Readings