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Word Books

In my classroom I encourage a lot of invented spelling. The mental act of writing comes before and supports reading. “Writing before reading” refers to this sequence. When writing, students already have a word in mind and are deconstructing it into individual sounds. Reading is a more advanced skill. When reading, the word a student…

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Integrity

There comes a point each year, when I find myself wondering why my students are doing what they KNOW they shouldn’t be doing. Usually, it becomes apparent to me during rest time. Someone will sit up and I’ll look over, so they lay back down. As soon as I turn away, they are back up.…