Help struggling readers and English-language learners develop a better sense of the “lilt” of the English language by having students read catchy poems orally as a group with your guidance. Consider the poetry of wonderful poets such as Jack Prelutsky or Shel Silverstein to name just a few. Find poems that have a good sense [...]

Good readers have one huge characteristic in common. They all spend a significant amount of time actively practicing their skill. Reading is a “participation sport.” In other words, we all have to DO reading to become more fluent in our reading. What gets practiced, improves. Although many people may associate fluency with beginning readers, all [...]