Sylvia Linan-Thompson

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

Language * Literacy * Content Reach Higher guides students to learn English, learn about the world, and learn about themselves through authentic content with a global perspective. Primary students develop the academic language skills and content knowledge they need to get an education in English. - Cross-curricular, six-level program showcases original fiction, science, and social studies content to develop English literacy skills. - Academic skill-building with phonics support develops students’ understanding of different cultures while fostering independent learning. - Inquiry-based approach with a writing project in every unit develops critical thinkers and strong writers. - Integrated digital tools for every stage of teaching and learning are available on the Spark platform. - Read on Your Own phonics readers use fiction and non-fiction texts to reinforce the phonics and high-frequency words in Reach Higher through science and social studies content.

What can we do to help ELL students understand English? In Research-Based Methods of Reading Instruction for English Language Learners, Grades K-4, Sylvia Linan-Thompson and Sharon Vaughn provide over 60 field-tested classroom lessons for ensuring English fluency among young nonnative speakers. Each chapter focuses on research and activities in one of the following areas:Phonemic awareness.Phonics and word study.Fluency.Vocabulary.Comprehension.In addition to the many step-by-step activities and lesson plans, the book includes in-depth explications of linguistic concepts, a glossary of terms, and lists of relevant online resources.The sooner students grasp the principles of English language acquisition, the better off they are. In this book, you will find everything you need to get elementary-level ELLs reading—and learning—successfully in English.

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What does research tell us about how teachers can most effectively help young students learn to read? In Research-Based Methods of Reading Instruction, Grades K-3, Sharon Vaughn and Sylvia Linan-Thompson explore the research on reading, providing a comprehensive overview of the five core instructional areas and how each affects student achievement:Phonemic awareness.Phonics and Word Study.Fluency.Vocabulary.Comprehension.The authors include dozens of reading activities and lesson plans that teachers can use immediately, all of which have worked in actual classrooms and are grounded in solid research. A glossary and annotated resource lists will help you better understand key reading concepts and find reliable resources, including relevant Web sites.Whether your students have special needs or show no apparent learning difficulties, this book will expand your repertoire of teaching strategies and help you put students on the road to literacy.