EPISODE 27 My literacy block is too short. I don’t have enough time to cram everything in! Are these thoughts that run through your head? Depending on the length of your literacy block, you may feel like you are constantly rushing and hustling to get from one thing to the next. Here’s the thing though - more time isn’t the answer! You CAN create an effective literacy block, no matter how much time you have to teach it.   It may sound strange, but you cannot stress about how much time you have for reading and writing. For most teachers, that’s not something that you have any control over. What you can control is how you spend that time. I’m here to help you come up with the perfect literacy schedule…even if your time is limited!   In this episode I share: -7 tips to help you create an effective literacy block -Why you must set daily non-negotiables and stick to them -One question to ask yourself to determine if you’re using time wisely -Which routines and independent skills to prioritize at the beginning of the year to save time later   Resources mentioned: -Head to stellarteacher.com/waitlist to get on the waitlist for the Stellar Teacher Membership! -FREE Literacy Block Sample Schedules + Planning Guide -Come join us in my NEW Facebook group, Upper Elementary Reading Teachers -Download the Stellar Teacher Summer Series Calendar   For full show notes and more resources, head to stellarteacher.com/podcast/episode27.    Connect with me: Join my newsletter My TPT store stellarteachercompany.com Instagram: @thestellarteachercompany Facebook: The Stellar Teacher Company