In this much anticipated follow-up to their groundbreaking book, Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom, authors Jan Burkins and Kari Yates, together with co-author Katie Cunningham, extend the conversation in Shifting the Balance 3-5: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Upper Elementary Classroom. This new text is built in mind specifically for grades 3-5 teachers around best practices for the intermediate classroom. Shifting the Balance 3-5 introduces six more shifts across individual chapters that: Zoom in on a common (but not-as helpful-as-we-had-hoped) practice to reconsider Untangle a number of "misunderstandings" that have likely contributed to the use of the common practice Propose a more science-aligned shift to the current practice Provide solid scientific research to support the revised practice Offer a collection of high-leverage, easy-to-implement instructional routines to support the shift to more brain-friendly instruction The authors offer a refreshing approach that is respectful, accessible, and practical - grounded in an earnest commitment to building a bridge between research and classroom practice. As with the first Shifting the Balance, they aim to keep students at the forefront of reading instruction.

This volume is designed to prevent and correct most word-level reading difficulties. It trains phonemic awareness and promotes sight vocabulary acquisition, and therefore reading fluency.

A surprisingly simple way for students to master any subject--based on one of the world's most popular online courses and the bestselling book A Mind for Numbers A Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course "Learning How to Learn" have empowered more than two million learners of all ages from around the world to master subjects that they once struggled with. Fans often wish they'd discovered these learning strategies earlier and ask how they can help their kids master these skills as well. Now in this new book for kids and teens, the authors reveal how to make the most of time spent studying. We all have the tools to learn what might not seem to come naturally to us at first--the secret is to understand how the brain works so we can unlock its power. This book explains: Why sometimes letting your mind wander is an important part of the learning process How to avoid "rut think" in order to think outside the box Why having a poor memory can be a good thing The value of metaphors in developing understanding A simple, yet powerful, way to stop procrastinating Filled with illustrations, application questions, and exercises, this book makes learning easy and fun.

Teaches the meaning of scientific findings about learning to read and reading instruction. The modules address each component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link these components.

A step-by-step program that shows parents, simply and clearly, how to teach their child to read in just 20 minutes a day.

Reading for Training Classes by Rose M. Libby: Enhance your training and educational programs with "Reading for Training Classes" by Rose M. Libby. This instructional guide provides valuable insights and strategies for selecting and using reading materials effectively in training and educational settings. Key Aspects of the Book "Reading for Training Classes": Training Materials: Libby covers the selection and use of reading materials in training programs, including textbooks, articles, and digital resources. Instructional Strategies: The book offers practical strategies for integrating reading assignments into training classes and enhancing the learning experience. Educational Impact: "Reading for Training Classes" explores the role of reading in knowledge acquisition and skill development in training and educational contexts. Rose M. Libby was an educator and author known for her work in curriculum development and instructional design. Her book reflects her expertise in improving the effectiveness of training programs.