@drewpolly If by phonics focused you’re referring to adopting the SOR and providing LETRS training, there is more to it than just phonics. The entire 2nd year of LETRS is based on building knowledge and comp.
Wrapping up final units in LETRS & I’m reminded of the importance of background knowledge and meaningful experiences to build vocab. Kiddos to our Sci Encore teacher for providing a duck egg hatching experience for our little dragons! @WROdellPrimary@jimh704
My journey learning about and implementing the Science of Reading has changed me as an educator. In honor of Read Across America, I wore my new favorite shirt. #soldastory#scienceofreading#knowbetterdobetter
We hope to see families by the carful drive through our festival of lights tonight from 6-7pm! Feel free to dress up or decorate cars if you choose! @WROdellPrimary@jimh704@CabCoSchools
After we learn a new sound it becomes the “secret password” for entering the classroom, allowing for several extra daily repetitions. The kids ❤️ it - and don’t worry about the ones who forget; if they don’t copy the child in front of them I supply the sound for them to repeat.
Elbow to elbow, knee to knee
I’ll read to you and you read to me!
Partner reading today @WROdellPrimary today using @UFLiteracy’s free decodable passages. Students begged to take the stories home to read to their families. Ok, readers! I’m loving the confidence!
Lots of buzz and excitement earlier this week at @WROP Curriculum Night. Families are excited to learn more about what the Science of Reading looks in action! Already planning our next family engagement night!