Balanced Reading Strategies+practices

It guides teachers through the necessary steps to successfully implement the elements of a Balanced Literacy Program that will assist every child in becoming a life-long reader and writer. This practical handbook provides finger-tip information, readily available assessment tools, and detailed instructional strategies to meet the needs of every child in the area of reading--especially those children with special needs. Some of the significant topics covered in the text are: portfolio assessment, taking running records, concepts about print, phonemic awareness and phonics, comprehending narratives, comprehending expository texts, vocabulary instruction, literature response, connecting reading and writing, fluency development, teaching limited English proficient students, study skills, and school to career connections Elementary school teacher.Cooter, Robert B. is the author of 'Balanced Reading Strategies+practices' with ISBN 9780023247156 and ISBN 0023247150.