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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Oct 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Have you found yourself struggling to figure out how you’re going to fit everything you need to cover into your reading block? I definitely have been there! The good news is that there are ways to create a reading schedule that allows you to cover all the literacy components you know you need to include to help your students be successful readers.Finding the right reading schedule to fit both your and your students’ needs and personalities can be challenging but once you find the best fit, it can be incredibly beneficial to all. In this episode, we are diving into three different reading block schedules you can use in your classroom, the benefits of each reading schedule, and how to decide which schedule is right for you.If you’d like to see 15 different examples of these schedules in action, be sure to grab the FREE Reading Schedule Guidebook. I can’t wait to hear what schedule you find works best for your classroom!Episode Highlights:03:46 - What a frontloading reading schedule is and how it allows you to use specific data to create small groups each week07:49 - Why selecting a reading block schedule is not one size fits all 09:32 -  How A/B block reading schedules allows more time for deep dive discussions and more rigorous instruction14:15 - How to keep balanced reading schedules exciting when you are following the same routine every dayResources:FREE Reading Schedule GuidebookThe Literacy Lounge Facebook groupLeave your rating and review on Apple Podcasts!Show Notes: https://cieraharristeaching.com/episode4
Released:
Oct 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (22)

Welcome to The Literacy Lounge! This is a podcast designed for elementary school teachers and homeschool parents on a mission to master the art of literacy instruction and cultivate a love of reading in students. Join your host, Ciera Harris, as she opens the door to a world of transformative teaching strategies that will make you a literacy champion in your classroom. Ciera and her guests will dive into topics such as The Science of Reading, the 5 components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension), metacognition, close reading, choosing the best mentor texts, data collection, increasing student engagement, and more.  You’ll walk away from each episode with actionable tips and strategies to try in your classroom. Best of all, you’ll discover not just the ‘what’ and ‘why’ but also the ‘how’ of elevating your literacy instruction. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or just starting your teaching journey, this podcast will empower you to achieve the results you’ve dreamed of for you and your students.  For more literacy support, and to connect and collaborate with like-minded teachers, join the free Facebook group, The Literacy Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cieraharristeaching.