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

About the Author Introduction 1. 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 Checklist 2. Components of an Effective, Complete Reading Program Read Aloud Shared Reading Guided Reading Literacy Centers Literature Circles Independent Reading Checklist 3. Essential Elements of Reading Instruction Phonemic Awareness Phonics Non-Decodable, High-Frequency Words Vocabulary Development Language Structure Fluency Comprehension Checklist 4. Components of an Effective, Complete Writing Program Modeled Writing Interactive Writing Structured Writing Writers Workshop Independent Writing Checklist 5. Teaching Writing Skills in Context Content Use of Language Mechanics Revision and Editing Checklist 6. Other Instructional Factors Impacting the Success of Reading and Writing Programs Checklist 7. 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 Checklist 8. 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 Students 11. 101 Parent Tips to Enhance Literacy Conclusion References and Suggested Readings