Elementary schoolLanguageTeacher actionsThis study examines the pedagogical functions of accommodation (i.e. provision of simplified science speech) in science read-aloud sessions facilitated by five elementary teachers. We conceive of read-alouds as communicative events wherein teachers, faced with the ...
The two curricular units, Matter and Forest, that accounted for a whole year's science instruction, were developed to offer children opportunities to engage with non- fiction science texts, material objects, ideas, and representations through various curriculum genres (i.e., read-alouds of non-...
All schools in the York Region District School Board are committed to improving student achievement and well-being. OnFriday, June 30, 2022an early release day will take place to allow elementary teachers and support staff to take part in meetings during the afternoon of that day. These meeting...
Interactive read-alouds provide the chance to build community and ignite conversations in the classroom. For a Chinese New Year activity for students, consider reading a book to young readers to help them better understand the holiday, such as Nian, The Chinese New Year Dragon by Virginia Loh-...
For more activities for Social Emotional Learning, check out our lesson plan centered around Read Alouds! Frequently Asked Questions about Social Emotional Learning 1 Introduction Begin by introducing the concept of emotional expression and its importance in Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Discuss the ...
Children from literacy-rich homes hear 1.4 million more words during storybook reading than children who are never read to prior to school entry (Logan et al., 2019). It is important that schools address inequalities in academic outcomes by improving literacy standards for all struggling pupils, ...
This case study looks at the read aloud texts used by classroom teachers in a North Carolina elementary school. Texts were analyzed for their inclusion of characters of color. Teacher interviews were conducted to gain an understanding of how and why these specific read aloud texts were chosen. ...
Read-alouds are great, but it's also great when they have their own books! Don't they just love a booklet that they can hold, read, color, and write in? This will make them happy! This collection of activities makes learning about the life cycle of the pumpkin great fun for the stu...
Top Read Alouds The Mitten - Written and illustrated by Jan Brett Tops and Bottoms - Written and illustrated by Janet Stevens Miss Smith’s Incredible Storybook - Written and illustrated by Michael Garland Double Trouble in Walla Walla - Written by Andrew Clements, illustrated by Salvatore Murdocca...
Students learning English as a Second Language are studying at school in a non-native language. As such, they often face more challenges. However, teachers can utilize several comprehension strategies to help them in the classroom. Incorporating strategies such as direct vocabulary instruction, readin...