Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Off to a Great Start!

As the beginning of the school year approaches, every stakeholder in the learning process would like to give students the best possible start as they embark on a new year of learning. One of the best, and perhaps the most significant way to afford students to a successful school year is to immerse them in a literacy rich classroom environment. Research has shown that reading is a fundamental skill that defines the success or failure of students (Reading Rockets, 2017). By creating a classroom that facilitates and emphasizes the importance of speaking, reading and writing you are enabling your students a successful start. Creating a literacy rich environment not only involves reflection and thoughtful design, but it also requires thoughtful selection of classroom materials that will facilitate language and literacy opportunities.
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