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Category Archives: Extended Reading

Blended Learning and Balanced Literacy

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

In our previous post we talked about Supporting Authentic Partnerships Between Caregivers and Educators. In this post we are thinking more about the role of hands-on and balanced literacy experiences Continue Reading →

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Posted in Blended Learning, Extended Reading, Innovating Play Book, Language Arts, Pedagogy and Mindset

Embracing Natural Connections to Extend Literacy

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

In our previous post we talked about Literacy Engagement, Technology, & Developmentally Appropriate Practices. In this post we are reflecting on strategies for developing meaningful connections between student interest and Continue Reading →

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Posted in Extended Reading, Innovating Play Book, Language Arts, Pedagogy and Mindset

Literacy Engagement, Technology, & Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

In our previous post we talked about Empowering Caregivers in the Learning Process. In this post we are reflecting on making thoughtful decisions as we broaden our perspective of literacy Continue Reading →

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Posted in Blended Learning, Extended Learning Experiences, Extended Reading, Innovating Play Book, Language Arts, Pedagogy and Mindset

Character Studies

Posted on March 3, 2019 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

As we nurture emergent readers and writers we take time explore the craft of the author and illustrator, and the role of each in telling a story. During this three Continue Reading →

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Posted in Blended Learning, Extended Reading, K 18-19 Collaboration, Language Arts, SEL and Empathy, Template/Resource

Jan Brett Author Study – An Extended Reading Experience

Posted on January 13, 2019 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

We used books by Jan Brett to build connections to literature and her craft as an author and illustrator. In this Extended Reading experience, children were given the opportunities to Continue Reading →

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Customizing Your Own Kmail

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

As educators, the creation of meaningful literacy experiences for students is a constant work in progress.  In order to evolve in our practice, we must continuously reassess the world in Continue Reading →

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Posted in Extended Reading, Language Arts, SEL and Empathy, Template/Resource

Playing with Characters and Settings – An Extended Reading Experience

Posted on November 3, 2018 by Christine Pinto & Jessica Twomey

 As part of Extended Reading in our Kindergarten classes, we seek to give children rich literacy experiences that model use of reading skills and strategies, as well as explore Continue Reading →

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Posted in Extended Reading, K 18-19 Collaboration, Language Arts

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