Category Archives: Literacy Instruction

HELPING CHILDREN SUCCEED by Paul Tough

Posted on June 7, 2016 by

In 2013, the United States reached a sad milestone: 51 percent of public school students now live in poverty. That’s right, 51 percent. More than every other child. In public schools. In this country. Live in poverty. Paul Tough’s previous … Continue reading →

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READING RECONSIDERED by Doug Lemov, Colleen Driggs, and Erica Woolway

Posted on March 6, 2016 by

You might be tempted not to pick up READING RECONSIDERED, thinking perhaps, I’ve already read so many books on literacy: what could this one possibly add? A lot. Subtitled A Practical Guide to Rigorous Literacy Instruction, this book is definitely … Continue reading →

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THE ART OF COACHING by Elena Aguilar

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

Although I am usually a fast reader, I admit it took me a while to read THE ART OF COACHING.  It’s incredibly comprehensive, like a very large pot of soup, and I didn’t want to miss a drop. Elena Aguilar, … Continue reading →

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THE ELEMENTS OF STORY by Francis Flaherty

Posted on December 24, 2012 by

It is Christmas Eve morning, and although I am supposed to be on the road already, I didn’t want to leave home without telling you about this helpful book.  It’s subtitled Field Notes on Nonfiction Writing, but fiction writers could … Continue reading →

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THE LITERACY COOKBOOK by Sarah Tantillo

Posted on November 21, 2012 by

I know I’m a little biased, but if you’re looking for an excellent, easy-to-purchase holiday gift (no need to get up early or wait in any lines!), may I shamelessly recommend my new book, which is NOW available. Here’s what … Continue reading →

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