Publisher's Synopsis
In Building the Literacy Block, veteran public-school educator Bridget Spackman delivers an insightful, practical discussion on establishing an authentic and purposeful workshop model while integrating reading and writing instruction to create a rigorous environment for all learners. Every chapter of the book focuses on an individual element of your literacy block, provides example activities, and offers practical tips on how to accommodate a variety of classroom environments, ages, and learners. Listeners will find: ● Explorations of the essential elements of establishing a strong literacy block and the process necessary for educators to implement this method of instruction ● Simple, effective strategies for building critical thinking and lifelong learning skills ● Techniques rooted in modern instructional practices designed to help educators develop authentic learning experiences A powerful tool that offers elementary teachers methods for establishing an authentic and rigorous literacy block, Building the Literacy Block is a must-have resource for literacy educators as well as those who work directly or indirectly with students, teachers, and school administrators.
