The Power of Read Alouds
I have long loved being read to and have specific memories from my school years of teachers reading to the class. When I was in second grade, Mrs. Cain would read to us after lunch. Everyone would sit at their …
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Messages of Effective Reading Teachers
My first class of students is never far from my mind. I think about those five- and six-year-olds often with a sort of “Where are they now?” musing. They began their student careers the same time that I began my …
Seven Children’s Books About the Outdoors
After last week’s post about professional books to help facilitate play, I received requests from teachers for suggestions about children’s literature that connects to the outdoors, imagination, and play. Below are some favorites of the Best Practices staff. Have Fun, …