Literacy in 2020 is no longer just about reading and writing. And teachers across content areas have been called on to support these efforts. Here are just a few of the ways to approach teaching literacy across subject areas.

As a primary teacher with a degree in art, it’s so sad for me to hear that art programs across the country are being eliminated, art budgets are being cut, and that teachers just don’t have time for art lessons because of increased pressure to get through other curriculum…

This year, I’ll be going back to teaching kindergarten. Even in kindergarten, I run a full-blown reading workshop. So, yes, my reading instruction happens in less than 15 minutes and then I send those lovely little 5 year olds off to…READ. No centers, no crafts, no stations (during reading workshop). They just read…

I have a list a mile long of new ideas that I can’t wait to try out for next year. My first one?!?! Close Reading Toolboxes…

Mentor texts are the best way that I have found to be able to cover numerous skills at once. In this post, you’ll see how to teach standards in reading, writing, grammar, and social studies with just one book. Content integration can be a lifesaver if you are trying to maximize your time…