How to Plan Differentiated Reading Instruction: Resources for Grades K-3

by Sharon Walpole, Michael C. McKenna

Tens of thousands of K–3 teachers have relied on this book--now revised and expanded with more than 50% new material--to plan and deliver effective literacy instruction tailored to each student's needs. The authors provide a detailed framework for implementing differentiated small-group instruction over multiweek cycles. Each component of the beginning reading program is addressed--phonological awareness, word recognition, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In a large-size format for easy photocopying, the book includes dozens of reproducible lesson plans, instructional activities, assessment forms, and other tools. Purchasers get access to a webpage where they can download and print the reproducible materials.

New to This Edition
*Differentiation 2.0: the approach has been fine-tuned based on field testing, new research findings, and current standards and response-to-intervention frameworks.
*Many additional reproducible tools, such as coaching templates and the Informal Decoding Inventory.
*Beyond lesson plans and materials, the second edition offers more guidance for designing instruction and grouping students, making it a one-stop resource.
*Reproducible tools now available to download and print.

Genres: Teaching, Education, Nonfiction

284 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Ann Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource for teaching small groups aligned with the science of reading. I would consider this a Tier 2 support, and it lays out complete lesson plans and materials included. Definitely written with a busy classroom teacher in mind. Highly recommend.

[Megan Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book gives research and an action plan for assessments, lesson plans ,and the materials you need to implement groups within your classroom. I am excited to use what I've learned to differentiate reading instruction with my first graders.

[Carrie Slade · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it a lot but can’t really give it a five until I implement it and see how it goes. Looking forward to trying it!

[Kristina Mullen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great guide on how to teach reading according the science of reading. I love that there were fully developed lesson plans and materials were included.

[Kimberly Beasley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Want to improve your reading Instruction? I do. This was recommended to me by my new principal and it has great ideas for reading differentiation. I can’t wait to try these strategies this year!

[Mrs. Champeau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Solid, actionable resource with lessons for structured literacy instruction.

[Emily Eitniear · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learned so much from this and cant wait to put it to good use!

[Debbie Divins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Would have liked more for Kindergarten-

[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

“If it doesn’t seem like an easy approach, you are over thinking it!” This book gets teachers right into teaching and addresses all readers. Highly recommend.

[Erika · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am excited to use this for my small group instruction this school year.

[Rebekah Gute · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is difficult to read. The processes and lessons are amazing foundations for reading intervention and well worth the price of the book!

[Meredith M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super helpful for a high school teacher understanding the intricacies of beginning reading and testing for levels, both in elementary and high school

[Rachel Grogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This seems to be a great resource for implementing more SOR into small groups instead of relying on GR. I’m excited to try this in my classroom in January!

[Adynah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must have for elementary reading teachers and any k-3 teacher that wants to be ahead of the curve! Effective research based lesson plans and assessments.