Literacy Learning
Literacy Instruction in our school district has evolved at all levels from a sit-down-and-listen approach to a Workshop Model where students are actively involved in the learning process. Instruction is focused on the five areas of reading.
Teachers provide direct instruction, model strategies, and guide students through experiences to build independence. Grade level Literature Lists have been developed and include "Core Literature" selections and Common Assessments that are used in all classes.
Group work such as Guided Reading Groups and Literature Circles provide opportunities for small group instruction to address the needs of students working at, above, or below grade level expectations. These approaches allow for a variety of text to be used to capture the interests of students and provide them with challenging text, to increase their success and confidence as readers.
Reading and Writing Resources For All Levels
- The Florida Center for Reading Research This site offers a variety of reading resources including student center activities crosswalked with the five components of reading.
- Library Thing Enter what you're reading or your whole library—it's an easy, library-quality catalog. LibraryThing also connects you with people who read the same things. Excellent resource for teachers and students.