50 Literacy Strategies: Step By Step, Second Edition

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Summary: 50 Literacy Strategies - Step by Step
Review: This practical resource by Gail E. Tompkins presents fifty research-based and classroom-tested strategies for use in a balanced literacy program. The alphabetical format of the book enables the user to locate strategies quickly and then make quick instructional decisions based upon an easy-to-read grid. For each strategy, there is a brief description, followed by an explanation of the benefits. Everything necessary for implementing the strategies is explained in step-by-step instructions, with applications and illustrations to guide the user. Black-line masters are provided for some of the strategies, with permission to reproduce for classroom use. Finally, there are references provided which allow the user to explore the strategy further.