Close reading differs from regular reading by intentionally looking more closely at text in order to fully understand the content and meaning. These close reading activity cards are perfect for Grade 1 and Grade 2 children - the texts are short to help keep...

One of the best ways to get kids ready for kindergarten is to read stories out loud together. That's why I was excited to team up with one of my favorite printable designers, Carli at Dimple Prints, and share a list of 50 of our favorite children's books to read...

Student book recommendations are a great way to get kids talking about the stories they read. Whether you're working on an author study, need a book-themed bulletin board idea, or just want kids to reflect on books, this sheet is sure to do the trick! Grab your copy...

When it comes to building students' reading comprehension, I've often found myself stuck in a rut - asking the same questions over and over again. (Does that happen to you too??) I was eager to create a solution: 28 ready-to-teach reading comprehension activities that...

Looking for a simple way to stay organized and track student progress all year long? Our EDITABLE Guided Reading Binder includes everything you need: binder covers, section dividers, divider tabs, binder spines, alphabet and sight word assessments, student data sheets...

Little books are a novel way to encourage reading for meaning and reading for fun! Children will love making their own books, then "getting to work". These little books are great to use at school or at home, as the basis of an extended activity or just a quick 5...