A reading intervention sequence focused on mastering three-letter blends (str, spr, scr, shr, spl, thr) for struggling 3rd grade readers, aligned with Wilson reading principles.
A comprehensive unit for Wilson Reading System Step 4.2, focusing on two-syllable words combining closed and vowel-consonant-e (VCe) syllables. Includes syllable division practice, word cards, games, and fluency activities.
A comprehensive study of 'The Last Kids on Earth and the Nightmare King', tracking Jack's journey through friendship, fear, and the mystery of the cosmic entity Ghazt.
A 3rd-grade ELA sequence where students become 'Meaning Detectives' to decode idioms and adages using context clues. Through detective-themed activities, they move from identifying confusion points to applying wisdom from adages in real-world scenarios.
A comprehensive series of lessons focused on developing inferencing skills using high-interest nonfiction topics. Students learn to combine text evidence with their own background knowledge to reach logical conclusions.
A focused series of activities designed to help students master the skill of determining literal and nonliteral meanings in fictional texts.
A 4-week small-group intervention program focused on mastering inference and context clues. Using a 'Detective/Evidence' theme, students learn to move beyond guessing by citing specific textual evidence and identifying five types of context clues (Definition, Synonym, Antonym, Example, Contrast).
A comprehensive 5-day small group intervention sequence focused on identifying and supporting multiple themes within a text using specific text evidence. Students act as 'Theme Sleuths' to uncover hidden messages in various genres.
A comprehensive study of Katherine Applegate's 'The One and Only Ivan', focusing on character development, literary devices, and the power of art.
A four-day comprehensive unit designed to help 3rd-grade students master main idea and key details using the gradual release of responsibility model, centered around a high-interest informational text about the Sonoran Desert.
A comprehensive book club unit for Katherine Applegate's 'The One and Only Ivan', focusing on character development, plot structure, and vocabulary through the lens of Ivan's artistic journey. Students explore the transition from the Big Top Mall to the zoo while practicing synthesis and analytical writing.
A three-week comprehensive book club for 'Frindle' by Andrew Clements, focusing on the power of language, character evolution, and the skills of summarizing and synthesizing. Students explore how a simple idea can spark a school-wide movement while building their vocabulary and analytical thinking.
Una secuencia interactiva centrada en la comprensión de lectura y el pensamiento crítico a través del lente de la evolución de la energía, desde el descubrimiento del petróleo hasta las soluciones renovables modernas.
A comprehensive decoding sequence focused on mastering prefixes and suffixes through a 'Word Workshop' theme, including direct instruction, hands-on practice, and small group intervention strategies.