Literacy

Mother reading with her son.

Keeping Reading Conferences Friendly

Reading conferences are a powerful way to connect with students, tailor reading instruction, and provide meaningful feedback that drives progress. Anna Cook shares practical tips to help conferences feel approachable and less daunting.

Two high school girls discuss their research topics during an AP research class.

New Perspectives: “My Friend’s Story”

Educators know the value of building relationships with students. How about the relationships students build with each other? High school teacher Kelsey Koeneman shares a lesson she will use this month to build empathy & perspective.

A parent reading a book to two children.

Reading in the Content Areas

Anna Cook shares some ready to implement before, during and after reading strategies all content areas teachers can put into practice on the first day of school.