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This Is How We Teach Reading . . . and It's Working!

The what, why, and how of teaching phonics in K–3 classrooms
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This Is How We Teach Reading . . . and It's Working! presents a clear, structured approach to explicit phonics instruction for K–3 classrooms. Grounded in the latest evidence-based science of reading, it offers a flexible, step-by-step progression of essential phonics skills designed for busy, diverse classrooms. The book covers screening, assessment, intervention, and support for English language learners, providing practical tools such as lesson templates, word lists, and phoneme-grapheme resources.
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Ideal for educators seeking effective, research-based strategies to teach early reading, especially those working in primary education and with diverse learner groups.

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This timely book offers a clear and structured method for integrating explicit phonics instruction into K–3 classrooms. An essential guide for teaching reading, the book is grounded in the cutting-edge, evidence-based science of reading.

A week-by-week, step-by-step yearly overview of sequential skills for teaching reading in K-3 classrooms.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This Is How We Teach Reading . . . and It's Working! offers a clear and structured method for integrating explicit phonics instruction into K–3 classrooms. As an essential guide for teaching reading, the book is anchored in the cutting-edge, evidence-based science of reading.

It provides a flexible and effective step-by-step progression that covers the essential phonics skills that teachers have been asking for and addresses the needs of busy, diverse classrooms. This blueprint to effective instruction explores screening, assessment, and intervention, as well as working with English language learners.

Tools for implementation include high-impact activities, lesson templates, word lists, phoneme-grapheme grids, word ladders, and more.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781551383576

Publisher: Pembroke Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2022

Country: Canada

Imprint: Pembroke Publishing Ltd

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 625g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Heather Willms, B.A., B.Ed., M.A.Ed., is a district reading intervention teacher whose work includes mentoring, modeling, and supporting both teachers and students in grades K–7. Heather has twenty-three years of experience as a classroom, learning support, and district lead teacher. A respected literacy leader, she works as a reading consultant and coach for districts, schools, and teachers interested in shifting instruction to align with the Science of Reading.

Giacinta Alberti, B.Ed., is a K–7 learning support teacher in the Comox Valley, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. She has a teaching degree from the University of Victoria with a specialization in learning support. Giacinta has experience supporting struggling readers and developing programs and support plans for students in need, while working closely with parents and other school district professionals. She has been a highly respected educator for fifteen years and is a leader among her peers.

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