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2nd Grade Intervention Lessons: Step-by-Step Guide with Videos

Thank you so much for downloading the 2nd Grade CKLA Intervention Lessons. Here is the teacher guide with a step-by-step guide, videos, and an explanation of each section’s importance and how they build on one...

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2nd Grade Intervention Lessons: Step-by-Step Guide with Videos
Science of Reading Professional Development: Free and You Don’t Have to Leave Your Couch!
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Science of Reading Professional Development: Free and You Don’t Have to Leave Your Couch!

Looking for free research-based professional development to enhance your reading instruction? Discover three excellent resources that have transformed my teaching approach. Explore Amplify's Primers, The Reading League's events and videos, and Equipped for Reading Success by David Kilpatrick. Expand your knowledge, implement evidence-based strategies, and empower your students to become confident readers. Pin this post to access these valuable resources and make a difference in your classroom!

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Classroom Rewards: How to Boost Motivation
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Classroom Rewards: How to Boost Motivation

"Looking for a quick and budget-friendly student reward system to boost motivation? Check out these 9 free student rewards that are a hit with reading groups. From flashlight reading to being a teacher helper, these rewards will keep your students engaged. Grab your own classroom rewards and say goodbye to costly prize boxes. Pin now for easy reference!"

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Unlock the Power of the Six Syllable Types in Your Classroom and Master Multisyllabic Words
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Unlock the Power of the Six Syllable Types in Your Classroom and Master Multisyllabic Words

Do your students struggle with understanding and decoding multisyllabic words? Teach them about the six syllable types and discover the effective strategies to break down complex words into smaller, manageable parts and empower your students with the skills they need to conquer multisyllabic words in this comprehensive lesson breakdown.

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Word Chains: The Power of Manipulating Sounds to Boost Reading Proficiency
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Word Chains: The Power of Manipulating Sounds to Boost Reading Proficiency

Looking for an effective reading activity? Learn about chaining—a sequence of words that helps students manipulate sounds and improve phonetic patterns. Discover how to implement chaining and boost your students' reading skills.

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Sound Boxes: Building Blocks for Writing Success
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Sound Boxes: Building Blocks for Writing Success

Unlock your students' writing potential with the power of sound boxes! Enhance their reading and writing skills with this effective teaching strategy. Click to discover how to incorporate sound boxes into your classroom and grab free resources to get started. #teachingresources #phonics #literacy #writingstrategies

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From Drab to Fab: 5 Innovative Ideas to Make Flashcards a Blast in Reading Groups!
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From Drab to Fab: 5 Innovative Ideas to Make Flashcards a Blast in Reading Groups!

Looking for ways to make flashcard practice in your reading groups more engaging and fun? Check out these 5 exciting ideas that will bring a new level of excitement to your lessons! From interactive games to digital resources, these strategies will help students master letter sounds, decodable words, and phrases. Plus, don't miss the incredible flashcard freebie and digital flashcards aligned with Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) Kindergarten Skills Units. Pin now to discover creative ways to make flashcards a highlight of your reading groups!

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Planning Reading Groups: Essential Steps in Building Strong Readers
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Planning Reading Groups: Essential Steps in Building Strong Readers

Streamline your planning process and build strong readers with these essential steps for planning reading groups. From effective grouping to warm-up activities, sound review, chaining, word reading, dictation, and reading in context, this comprehensive approach is grounded in the science of reading. Plus, don't miss the bonus lesson planning template to enhance your instruction.

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Boost Student Engagement with Seesaw: 4 Easy Ways to Enhance Learning in Reading Groups
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Boost Student Engagement with Seesaw: 4 Easy Ways to Enhance Learning in Reading Groups

Discover how Seesaw, the student-driven digital portfolio, can transform your reading groups. Increase student engagement with these 4 simple strategies using Seesaw to record reading, showcase work samples, create exit tickets, and foster parent communication. Don't miss out on this valuable resource!

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10 Reading Group Essentials That Will Revolutionize Your Reading Groups
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10 Reading Group Essentials That Will Revolutionize Your Reading Groups

Revolutionize your K-5 reading groups with these must-have reading group essentials! Discover the tools that will keep your sessions organized and hassle-free from small group bins to date stamps and more. Make every second count with these game-changers for your classroom. Pin now to explore the essential supplies that will take your reading groups to the next level!

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Getting to Know You Jenga: Building Stronger Connections in the Classroom!
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Getting to Know You Jenga: Building Stronger Connections in the Classroom!

Spice up your classroom with "Getting to Know You Jenga"! This interactive game is the perfect way to foster connections and create a positive learning environment. With over 50 engaging questions, flexibility for any classroom setting, and a digital version for tech-savvy teachers, "Getting to Know You Jenga" is a must-have for educators. Get yours today and watch the magic unfold!

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Hi! I'm Jenn and I’m a K-4 Reading Specialist here to help teachers who want to deliver systematic, explicit reading instruction and interventions by sharing what I’ve learned about the Science of Reading and the resources I use daily with my students.

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