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Literacy, Families, Home Connection
Learning Without Tears is proud to celebrate the importance of reading aloud by observing the 14th annual World Read Aloud Day®, recognized on the first Wednesday of February.
By Krysten Maddocks
6 mins
Literacy
Foster a community experience in your classroom with interactive read alouds.
By Ramon Torres
4 mins
Multisensory Learning
Learn about executive functioning and tips to help students from Michelle Paster, M.A., and former special educator teacher. For a deeper dive into the topic, watch the full episode of Literacy Matters with Cheryl Lundy Swift.
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Literacy
As classrooms have been returning to in-person instruction, how can teachers readjust to the new norm given the setbacks caused by the pandemic? 
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Handwriting, Families, Home Connection
Using personalized instruction, your student can achieve writing automaticity
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Literacy
On this week’s episode of Literacy Matters, Dr. Julia Lindsey chats with Cheryl to take a deep dive on the world of decodable texts and their hidden powers.
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Literacy
Hear tips for setting clear objectives, using formative assessments at the beginning and throughout the year, and targeting your instruction to the needs of your classroom.
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Literacy
Here are some simple activities that you can use throughout National Book Month and give your students the support they need to flourish.
By Ramon Torres
2 mins
Literacy, Home Connection, Families
Handwriting is a crucial component of early literacy, supporting phonemic awareness and phonics learning as students develop their skills.
By Dr. Kathleen (Kit) Mohr, Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift
8 mins