Academic Success Literacy

Literacy: Grade K-5

Refresh your knowledge of grade-specific tools and on-line platforms

What Do Reading Levels Mean? A comparison chart across several reading programs
Fountas & Pinnell examples of reading levels
Frequently used words that 2nd Graders are expected to know by sight (“snap words”)
Loma Verde’s protocol for working with 2nd graders on “snap” (frequently used) words is a great approach
Questions to see if student understands what they are reading
Kerry Bacho’s (the Marin Raising a Reader Manager) videos showing “recipes” for a strong literacy foundation (in English and Spanish)
Khan Academy has helpful video resources by grade level
Supporting all Students with Literacy presentation.
Working with English Language Learners (50 min video)