Though most of my time is spent teaching students how to read, it is also important to teach students to want to read. Children without positive reading experiences tend to avoid reading as much as possible, so they need adults to encourage them by modeling and providing enjoyable reading experiences. Reading aloud to kids is an excellent way to nurture a positive mindset toward reading.
Category Archives: Growth Mindset
Reading and the Science of Learning
The science of reading has become hot-button issue in recent years, leading to arguments over who gets to claim they are following science and who is making too many compromises to make that claim. In the midst of this discussion, I think it can be easy to forget about the other important science involved — the science of learning.
No More Empty Praise
Inspiration without instruction is not a recipe for success in the classroom.
Developing Readers 