Category Archives: Reading

These are the latest blog posts under the category Reading

Better Than Book Reports

Teachers will find creative alternatives to the traditional book report that tap into student interests & creative writing, says reviewer Nicole Warchol.

How to Build Lifelong Readers

This practical guide to developing and sustaining lifelong readers "almost brought me out of retirement," says veteran middle grades teacher Beverly Maddox.

Close Reading Strategies

REVIEW: Students will take these strategies beyond their current classroom to strengthen their critical thinking and their enthusiasm about reading.

Climbing Reading Ladders

Teacher Mark A. Domeier likes the concept behind Teri Lesesne’s reading ladders but says they'll have to be adapted to the realities of MS class size.

Promote a Passion for Reading

Penny Kittle, says Kevin Hodgson, offers an ode to the power of reading to expand our intellects and a guide to encouraging our most reluctant readers.

Getting Text into Action

Get It Done is "a treasure trove of helpful insights about why we need to care about the teaching of informational text," says reviewer & flowchart maker Kevin Hodgson.

Turn Students into Sleuths

Wherever you are on your journey to improve text-based critical thinking & discussion, you'll find a wealth of ideas & resources, says reviewer Joan Cansdale.

Inside Scoop on Reading Tests

Reviewer Rebecca Crockett praises this book of practical, teaching-friendly advice about prepping students for reading tests.

Reading in the Content Areas

Useful hands-on tools for frustrated content-area teachers who ask, “How can I teach reading? I’m a (fill in the blank) teacher!”, says Sharon Nelson.