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Because of Winn-Dixie: Emotion & Self-Identity

February 25, 2015September 17, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

Kate DiCamillo’s book, Because of Winn-Dixie, is a favorite among many. Continue reading →

Reading Aloud

February 24, 2015September 16, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

This is probably one of the most simple, but useful things I’ve realized in my teaching experience so far: reading aloud to students is extremely important.

I’ll say it again, reading aloud to students is extremely important [my Diagnostic/Remedial Reading professor would be so proud!] Continue reading →

Tea Party

February 24, 2015September 24, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

 The name ‘Tea Party’ doesn’t sound exceptionally promising, but this strategy actually has many useful components. Continue reading →

Story Map

Quote | February 24, 2015September 24, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

This is a simple strategy, but one I selected because I like how it maps out not only the story, but the figurative language within it as well. Continue reading →

Visuals: Storyboard, Open Mind, Literature Portrait

February 24, 2015September 16, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

When working on reading with students it is important to engage them in activities that encourage different ways of learning—visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc. Continue reading →

Mystery Items / Prediction Chart

February 24, 2015September 24, 2015 | Marisa Donnelly

A big element of reading comprehension is based on prediction—if students can make good predictions about a text, (whether these predictions come true or not) they are able to have a deeper understanding of and connection with the text. Continue reading →