Solutions for Reading Comprehension: Strategic Interventions for Striving Learners, K-6

Solutions for Reading Comprehension: Strategic Interventions for Striving Learners, K-6

<p>"Every classroom has readers who struggle with texts. Whatever their challenges, it is our job as teachers to help them negotiate the texts of their world."</p> <cite>Linda Hoyt</cite> <div style="clear: both;"> </div> <p><strong>Classroom-ready solutions to support K-6 striving readers at your fingertips</strong></p> <p>In elementary classrooms across America, there are increasing numbers of students with specialized learning needs-striving readers who need additional support to reach their academic potential. <strong>Linda Hoyt and colleagues</strong> support these learners with strategic interventions and tools in this easy-to-use handbook for whole class, small group, and one-to-one instruction.</p> <p>Dip into the three parts-Nonfiction, Fiction, and Assessment-where commonly-asked questions from teachers like you frame a menu of <em>solutions</em> covering a variety of instructional possibilities. Following each question you'll find:<strong> </strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Side-by-Side Observations</em>-portraits of striving readers and the tools and solutions that will benefit their development</li> <li><em>Solutions</em>-a wealth of instructional tools and scaffolds to support K-6 readers</li> <li><em>Formative assessment tools</em>-reading records, observation checklists, story maps, and more-also available in a customizable format on the accompanying CD-ROM.</li> </ul>