Building Background Knowledge with Michelle Sullivan

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Building Background Knowledge with Michelle Sullivan

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Oct 18, 2023

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Show Notes: Michelle Sullivan, a literacy coach in New Jersey talks with listeners all about background knowledge. She shares what it is, why it’s important, and five ways we can easily implement it in our classrooms. See full show notes here.

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Oct 18, 2023

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Building Background Knowledge with Michelle Sullivan

Building Background Knowledge with Michelle Sullivan

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