Grounded in the science of reading, this book is a practical field guide to intentional instruction that enhances reading comprehension skills for all learners. The activity book covers every section of the Blueprint: vocabulary, syntax and sentence comprehension, text structures, background knowledge, and levels of understanding and inference as well as expression of understanding. For each of these critical areas, this activity book gives educators:
Clear and concise guidance on the what, why, and how of instruction
Sample lesson plans that teachers can use as models for their own
Instructional activities that help students build key skills needed for comprehension
Ready-to-use tips for successful teaching
"Try This" activities that help teachers reflect on and hone their instruction
Supports for diverse learners, including students with learning disabilities and English language learners
Reader-friendly definitions of important terms
Links to multimedia content for further learning
Perfect for professional development, this hands-on resource can be studied by individual educators, discussed in small groups, or used as the focus for a training program or learning community. A must-have for current and future K-8 educators, reading specialists, and other practitioners, this activity book helps teachers apply their knowledge of structured comprehension instruction in their classrooms—and strengthen reading success for every learner.