Reading and Writing in Elementary Classrooms Strategies and Observations

Based on the latest research and the best thinking from literacy and language studies, this renowned author team provides prospective teachers with a thorough collection of the best instructional practices, as well as a unique glimpse at "real life" in today's classrooms. NEW FEATURES Planning, Assessing, and Organizing (Ch. 8) explores ways classroom teachers can collaborate with parents and colleagues to provide effective literacy instruction for all children. Word Identification, Phonics, and Spelling (Ch. 3) reflects the importance of phonemic awareness, the connections between spelling and decoding knowledge, and the need to connect word fluency instruction with real reading and writing throughout the school day. Accommodations and Adaptations sections provide strategies that effectively serve children with special needs and children for whom English is a second language. Technology Tips explore ways to use technology in the classroom and provide additional electronic resources for both students and teachers.Cunningham, Patricia M. is the author of 'Reading and Writing in Elementary Classrooms Strategies and Observations' with ISBN 9780801330636 and ISBN 0801330637.