Literacy Development
Addressing the Whole Child
As the National Institute for Early Education Research says, “All of the domains of a child’s development—physical, social-emotional, cognitive, language, and literacy—are interrelated and interdependent.” In this session we’ll explore how story time, music, dance, dramatic play, visual arts, and active conversations help children develop their well-being and early literacy skills. Learning outcomes: • Identify behaviors that indicate literacy readiness • Explore the role of literature, music, dramatic play, art, and dance in developing students’ well-being • Conduct conversations that support student well-being • Plan instructional opportunities that address social-emotional skills and encourage children’s natural creativity • Collect and analyze data on children’s well-being and creative development • Engage with families to nurture their children’s creativity and well-being
Recommended for: PreK–K teachers, paraprofessionals, and instructional coaches Time: Three hours Item #s: In Person: 652561 Virtual: 743475 Participants: Up to 30
Comprehension and Read-Alouds Comprehension and Read-Alouds
For very young readers, reading comprehension and listening comprehension are synonymous, and that’s why PreK–K teachers rely on read-alouds to prepare students to understand the texts they’ll read. In this session we’ll delve into the key elements of read-alouds and explore strategies to build comprehension in whole- group and small-group settings. Learning outcomes:
Recommended for: PreK–K teachers, paraprofessionals, and instructional coaches Time: Three hours Item #s: In Person: 652564 Virtual: 743477 Participants: Up to 30
• Describe the criteria of an effective read-aloud • Write questions that support a “text talk” classroom • Plan and deliver a read-aloud lesson that strengthens comprehension and builds vocabulary • Conduct whole-group and small-group read-alouds • Develop a plan to track students’ reading comprehension • Help families take part in effective read-alouds at home
The Power of Joyful Reading by Eric Litwin and Dr. Gina Pepin Recommended Reading
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