Elaine K McEwan-Adkins Knihy

Focusing on vocabulary instruction, this guide offers targeted strategies to enhance word knowledge for all students, particularly those at risk of underperforming academically. It includes practical tools such as selecting appropriate read-alouds, effective word selection and definition techniques, and extensive reading lessons that promote natural vocabulary growth. The book emphasizes direct instruction through sequenced activities, teaching essential strategies for understanding word meanings, and fostering word awareness across listening, speaking, reading, and writing tasks.

Strategies for working with parents of all kinds Unexpected situations with angry or dysfunctional parents can leave teachers floundering. This teachers’ edition of the best-selling How to Deal With Parents Who Are Angry, Troubled, Afraid, or Just Seem Crazy provides invaluable strategies that teachers can use to defuse angry parents and to work with all parents to advance the success of their children. It   • A set of proactive practices to help teachers get parents on their side.• Guidelines for teachers to follow when meeting with parents during Annual Reviews and IEP meetings.• Advice and vignettes that reflect concerns of today’s teachers. 

Focusing on strategic reading instruction, this book explores cognitive strategies that enhance reading comprehension and retention. It distinguishes cognitive strategies from general instructional activities and reading skills, introducing seven key strategies employed by effective readers. Additionally, it offers research-based teaching practices aimed at developing these strategies in students, with adaptable K-8 instructional activities suitable for various teaching styles. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of implementing school-wide strategic reading instruction for broader educational impact.

Updated Edition of Best Seller!Become a more effective instructional leader with research-based information and activities.