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Strategies for teaching writing in the early grades – with Amy Siracusano

TRT Podcast #206: Strategies for teaching writing in the early grades – with Amy Siracusano

Amy Siracusano describes the Not So Simple View of Writing and explains how this model helps us make instructional decisions when teaching young writers. She also shares a variety of strategies that will help you teach students at all different stages. Lots of goodness in this episode!

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeAmy’s presentation of The Not So Simple View of Writing: Is it Really that Simple? with MiMTSSThe graphic for the Not So Simple View of WritingZaner-Bloser’s free online webinars about handwriting Reach All Readers , book by Anna Geiger Building Early Literacy and Language Skills (also called the BELLS book), by Lucy Hart PaulsonPicture Story/Word Story, video explanation by Amy Writing Matters , book by William Van Cleave The Writing Revolution 2.0 , book by Judith Hochman and Natalie Wexler Best Practices in Writing Instruction, 3rd Edition , book edited by Steve Graham, Charles A. MacArthur, and Michael A. Hebert

YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

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How to incorporate guided practice into your writing lessons – with Leah Mermelstein

TRT Podcast #205: How to incorporate guided practice into your writing lessons – with Leah Mermelstein

When I look back at my own writing instruction, I often gave a quick mini-lesson and expected students to take a “nose dive” into independent writing with little, if any, guided practice. Leah Mermelstein walks us through the importance of gradual release and explains three types of guided practice that you can bring into your writing instruction.

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Full episode transcript Resources from LeahHer book, “We-Do” Writing: Maximizing Practice to Develop Independent WritersHer websiteLiteracy tools shared on her websiteResearch article Leah recommends, Epilogue: Reflections on the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going, by Janice Dole, Gerald Duffy, and P. David Pearson

YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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Can we redeem the writing workshop approach? – with April Smith

TRT Podcast #204: Can we redeem the writing workshop approach? – with April Smith

“Writing workshop” is almost a bad word in today’s science of reading circles. It’s true that many elements of the model need improvement, but it’s also true that some elements of the workshop model are based on research. Is it possible to redeem the writing workshop approach? I break this down with author, educator, and curriculum writer, April Smith.

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeSimplify Your Writing Instruction book by April SmithThe Writing Revolution 2.0 book by Judith Hochman and Natalie WexlerSimplify Writing curriculum for teaching writing and free training videosSimplify Writing lessons in actionApril’s podcast, The Science of Writing InstructionContact April at april@simplifywriting.com

YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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Can we redeem the writing workshop approach?��– with April Smith

TRT Podcast #204: Can we redeem the writing workshop approach? – with April Smith

“Writing workshop” is almost a bad word in today’s science of reading circles. It’s true that many elements of the model need improvement, but it’s also true that some elements of the workshop model are based on research. Is it possible to redeem the writing workshop approach? I break this down with author, educator, and curriculum writer, April Smith.

Listen to the episode here

Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeSimplify Your Writing Instruction book by April SmithThe Writing Revolution 2.0 book by Judith Hochman and Natalie WexlerSimplify Writing curriculum for teaching writing and free training videosSimplify Writing lessons in actionApril’s podcast, The Science of Writing InstructionContact April at april@simplifywriting.com

YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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Evidence-based practices in teaching writing – with Dr. Steve Graham

TRT Podcast #203: Evidence-based practices in teaching writing – with Dr. Steve Graham

With his 47 years of experience, Dr. Steve Graham has much to share about what research says about teaching writing and how to apply it to classroom instruction. We discuss six evidence-based practices for teaching writing and how to implement them in day-to-day instruction.

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Full episode transcript Books from Dr. GrahamBest Practices in Writing Instruction, co-edited with Charles A. MacArthur and Michael A. HebertHandbook of Writing Research (third edition coming soon!), co-edited with Charles A. MacArthur and Jill Fitzgerald Learn more from Dr. GrahamPresentation on Research-Based Writing Interventions at the University of California IrvinePresentation on Five Essential Features of an Effective Writing Programme at University College LondonWriting to Read reportEffective Writing Instruction podcast episode with The Windward InstituteA Path to Better Writing podcast episode with Melissa & Lori Love LiteracyIntegrating Reading and Writing podcast episode with the Teaching Literacy Podcast
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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How to cure the balanced literacy hangover – with Dr. Brent Conway &��Jen Hogan

TRT Podcast #202: How to cure the balanced literacy hangover – with Dr. Brent Conway & Jen Hogan

Dr. Brent Conway, school superintendent, and Jen Hogan, curriculum coordinator, have written a fascinating white paper, Early Literacy and the Balanced Literacy Hangover. Even though more schools and teachers are embracing the science of reading, “lingering beliefs and practices have become like a bad hangover that is tough to shake.” In this episode, Brent and Jen identify these beliefs and practices and share specific ways that teachers can move forward.

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeBrent and Jen’s white paper, Early Literacy and the Balanced Literacy Hangover Brent’s previous podcast episode with Triple R Teaching, “Rethinking Reading Comprehension”
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

The post How to cure the balanced literacy hangover – with Dr. Brent Conway &��Jen Hogan appeared first on The Measured Mom.

How to cure the balanced literacy hangover – with Dr. Brent Conway & Jen Hogan

TRT Podcast #202: How to cure the balanced literacy hangover – with Dr. Brent Conway & Jen Hogan

Dr. Brent Conway, school superintendent, and Jen Hogan, curriculum coordinator, have written a fascinating white paper, Early Literacy and the Balanced Literacy Hangover. Even though more schools and teachers are embracing the science of reading, “lingering beliefs and practices have become like a bad hangover that is tough to shake.” In this episode, Brent and Jen identify these beliefs and practices and share specific ways that teachers can move forward.

Listen to the episode here

Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeBrent and Jen’s white paper, Early Literacy and the Balanced Literacy Hangover Brent’s previous podcast episode with Triple R Teaching, “Rethinking Reading Comprehension”
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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How to choose a new reading program – with Dr. Maria Murray

TRT Podcast #201: How to choose a new reading program – with Dr. Maria Murray

If your school is looking for a new reading program, this is the episode for you! Dr. Maria Murray, president of The Reading League, explains how schools can use their free tools to evaluate potential programs. 

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Full episode transcript Resources from The Reading LeagueScience of Reading: Defining GuideCurriculum Evaluation Guidelines (CEGs) and the CEG Reviewer WorkbookCurriculum reviews from their Curriculum Navigation ReportsView more presentations from The Reading League on their YouTube Channel
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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EPISODE 200!

TRT Podcast #200:

In today’s celebratory episode, I share my science of reading journey so far and identify my very favorite guest from the last five years. Just kidding! But I do give podcast “awards” as I identify my favorite podcast series, the most genuine guests, the most passionate, the most knowledgeable … and more. Listen in to find out which guests were named! 

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episode:Decodable books with supplementary resourcesFree decodable booksScience of reading podcast indexScience of reading article indexAnna’s membership website, The Measured Mom PlusAnna’s book, Reach All Readers Reach All Readers, the online courseAnna’s free email list Form for professors who would like to consider Reach All Readers as a textbook for their course
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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How to address the needs of advanced readers – with Dr. Nancy Young

TRT Podcast #199: How to address the needs of advanced readers – with Dr. Nancy Young

Dr. Nancy Young, creator of The Ladder of Reading & Writing infographic, explains why we need to challenge students who are advanced in reading and why research does not support the notion that they will be “just fine” regardless of their instruction. This is an important issue that deserves more attention. 

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Full episode transcript Dr. Young’s resources The Ladder of Reading & Writing infographic Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners book co-edited with Jan HasbrouckGiftedness resources from Dr. Young’s websiteAdditional resources mentioned in this episodeThe National Association for Gifted ChildrenThe Acceleration Institute Failing Our Brightest Kids: The Global Challenge of Educating High-Ability Students book by Chester Finn, Jr. and Brandon Wright
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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