About the Book
This book presents a research-supported framework for early literacy instruction that aligns with multi-tiered response-to-intervention models.
Table of Contents:
Part I: A Comprehensive Approach to Early Intervention. The Interactive Strategies Approach. Responsive Classroom Instruction. Motivation to Read and Write. Part II: Learning the Alphabetic Code. Purposes and Conventions of Print. Phonological Awareness. Letter Naming. Letter-sound Association. The Alphabetic Principle and the Alphabetic Code. Larger Orthographic Units and Multisyllabic Words. Part III: Word Learning. Strategic Word Learning. High-Frequency Word Learning. Part IV: Meaning Construction. Vocabulary and Oral Language Development. Comprehension and General Knowledge. Part V: Implementing Intensified Instruction. Small-Group and One-to-one Intervention. A Proposed Model for Multi-tiered Intervention.
About the Author :
Donna M. Scanlon, PhD, Department of Teacher Education, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA, Kimberly L. Anderson, PhD, Child Research and Study Center, University at Albany, State University of New York, USA, and Joan M. Sweeney, MSEd, reading teacher, North Colonie Central Schools, Latham, NY, USA
Review :
"This is the most comprehensive, systematic, and teacher-friendly guide to reading instruction that I have seen in my 37 years as an elementary educator! It is a 'must read' for teachers and administrators in school districts working to implement RTI and a wonderful resource for all elementary-level teachers striving to develop competent, self-extending readers." - Mary S. Ziara, Title I teacher, East Lansing (Michigan) Public Schools
"With the wide array of programs available for teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, teachers wonder, 'What is the best way to guide development in these essential components of literacy?' Scanlon et al. present a research-tested, balanced method for designing effective literacy instruction in primary classrooms. Writing in a strong voice that reflects their extensive experience, the authors concisely outline relevant concepts, include numerous classroom vignettes that bring the information to life, and provide valuable reproducible lists, charts, checklists, and other materials. As a core text in any Foundations of Reading or Emergent Literacy course, this book provides teacher candidates with clearly explained, research-tested methodology for guiding children's literacy achievement." - Mary Shea, Professor/Director of Graduate Literacy Programs, Graduate Education and Leadership Department, Canisius College, USA
"What a wonderful book! The authors' approach highlights the importance of teachers' skills and knowledge for developing children's literacy. Throughout, teachers are supported in making informed decisions that result in exemplary instruction for all students. Each critical area of literacy is well described with exemplary practices that build from simple to complex, including activities that teachers can immediately bring to their classrooms. I especially appreciated the chapter on motivation. This book is a strong selection for teacher book clubs. I just finished teaching a literacy coaching course, and this would have been a perfect text." - Diane Barone, Foundation Professor of Literacy Studies, University of Nevada, Reno, USA
"The interactive strategies approach is an important new tool for an RTI toolbox. The authors provide a sophisticated approach to help children 'puzzle through' words. Teachers, coaches, and principals will consult this book to learn how to scaffold children and group them to tailor instruction. This book has extensive research support and provides activities that incorporate a continuum of whole-group, small-group, and one-to-one techniques." - Stephanie Al Otaiba, Florida State University College of Education and Florida Center for Reading Research, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
"What a wonderful book! The authors' approach highlights the importance of teachers' skills and knowledge for developing children's literacy. Throughout, teachers are supported in making informed decisions that result in exemplary instruction for all students. Each critical area of literacy is well described with exemplary practices that build from simple to complex, including activities that teachers can immediately bring to their classrooms. I especially appreciated the chapter on motivation. This book is a strong selection for teacher book clubs. I just finished teaching a literacy coaching course, and this would have been a perfect text." - Diane Barone, Foundation Professor of Literacy Studies, University of Nevada, Reno, USA
"The interactive strategies approach is an important new tool for an RTI toolbox. The authors provide a sophisticated approach to help children 'puzzle through' words. Teachers, coaches, and principals will consult this book to learn how to scaffold children and group them to tailor instruction. This book has extensive research support and provides activities that incorporate a continuum of whole-group, small-group, and one-to-one techniques." - Stephanie Al Otaiba, Florida State University College of Education and Florida Center for Reading Research, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
