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K-5 Literacy
K-5 Literacy
Create your own word lists based on spelling features.
The hub is a wealth of resources to support foundational skills instruction in K-2. This is a must see!
Read the research behind the "Juicy Sentence" strategy from Lily Wong Fillmore and its effects on reading comprehension.
ElementsofLiteracyProgram_K5Research behind the important elements of a K-5 literacy program is summarized with prompts to consider your current practice.
Writing
Writing
The Writing Revolution by Judith Hochman and Natalie Wexler is a valuable resource for improving student writing. Sign up for one of the ongoing book studies hosted by CUSD for additional information and resources.
These are books worth exploring to learn strategies and routines for teaching writing at the sentence level.
While teaching "juicy sentences" is a strategy that also strengthens reading comprehension, it's important to understand the research behind this approach in relation to teaching writing and the language standards.
Explore what the ELA/ELD Framework says about writing.
Teaching Elementary School Students to Be Effective Writers.pdfTeaching Secondary Students to Write Effectively.pdfExplore student writing samples by grade level and text type.
Speaking & Listening
Speaking & Listening
Rubrics, lessons, and tips for teaching speaking and listening standards
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