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Differentiated instruction in the classroom

  • Multisensory Word Mapping
  • Setting Up Morning Work Bins
  • Ball Words as Sight Words and The Science of Reading
  • Mapping Sight Words for Mastery
  • Springtime DIY Sight Word Game

Multisensory Word Mapping

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Research has demonstrated that rote memorization of sight words is both ineffective and inefficient. Instead, orthographic mapping has been shown to be significantly more successful in enabling students to retain words in their long-term memory for rapid recall during reading. While rote memorization requires between 5 and 500 exposures to a word, orthographic mapping necessitates only one to four mappings. Utilizing a systematic and intentional approach to teaching word mapping including ... VIEW POST

Using multisensory learning techniques to teach mapping words allows to use a variety of senses to process information. Check out how multisensory techniques can be used to map out words in kindergarten.

Setting Up Morning Work Bins

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What teacher wouldn't want to start their morning with less stress for themselves and their students? Who wouldn't want mornings to be the best time of the day? I can't imagine anyone who wouldn't. But, too often, the thought of starting something new paralyzes us into doing nothing. And so, there are still teachers who struggle with the morning arrival routine. I can help you with that. Setting Up Morning Work Bins doesn't have to be overwhelming. Let me show you how. Why Morning Work ... VIEW POST

Ball Words as Sight Words and The Science of Reading

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Sight word instruction has come a long way from the days of handing out a list of words to students and telling them to memorize them. We know now, through the Science of Reading, that there is a better way for students. In order to help my readers with this, I have given Ball Words a facelift. When you know better you do better. So let me introduce you to the 'new' Ball Words' and show you some of the changes that will help your students become Ball Word Champs. A Little Background On ... VIEW POST

Ball words provide motivation for students to practice and master sight words. By placing 'words' on sports balls, sight word practice activities and games become fun and engaging. It also provides students with a means to see their own progress in mastering these words. The goal is never to just memorize these words, but by using the materials included in this resource, students will work with words, mapping, reading and playing until they become familiar by sight.

Mapping Sight Words for Mastery

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Anyone who has taught kindergarten for any length of time can tell you that teaching sight words to kindergarteners can be a challenge. However, it is an essential step in helping young learners develop reading skills. By mapping sight words, students can improve their reading fluency and comprehension. The importance of teaching sight words is not a question. However, the process of introducing and mapping sight words can be a challenge. And, it is difficult to find real-life, classroom ... VIEW POST

Teaching sight words in early elementary classrooms can be a challenge. However, through orthographic mapping, students do more than just memorize words. By mapping out words, kindergarten and first grade students will receive explicit instruction to help them make connections and recoginize patterns in words. While teachers understand the importance of this, it is difficult to know how to make it work in a real classroom. This blog post will show you how.

Springtime DIY Sight Word Game

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Just in time for spring, here is a simple Springtime DIY Sight Word Game that is sure to get your students excited about practicing high-frequency words. It's simple to make and super inexpensive. Some Bunny Loves To Read It's a simple game of Hide and Seek. Because it is hands-on, students will be super engaged and excited to try and guess where all the carrots are hidden by reading the words to program to the top of the cups. How to Play: Program the cups with the words ... VIEW POST

St. Patrick’s Day Classroom Games

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St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner which means it's time to utilize some tried and true classroom games to keep learning fun and engaging throughout the holiday. Games are a huge motivator for students. In my own classroom, when there is a game available to play, I know my students are ALL IN. Plus, when students play games, their cognition and memory increase. These St. Patrick's Day Classroom Games for Kindergarten are an excellent way to help students practice ELA and math skills. ... VIEW POST

Classroom games are a powerful tool for motivating students. Not only does it increase cognition and working memory, but it's FUN. These St. Patrick's Day Classroom Games are perfect for you early childhood classroom and will engage your students in practicing essential skills in math and ela. The sight word games are editable so you can meet your students various readiness levels and they include whole group, partner and even independent games. Don't miss these games that are perfect for kindergarten and first grade students.

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