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Revisiting Silent Reading: New Directions for Teachers and Researchers (International Reading Association Institute #6, Chicago 2010): Part Two
This is part two of my reflections on the International Reading Association’s Institute called, “Revisiting Silent Reading: New Directions for Teachers and Researchers” that was held in Chicago on April 25, 2010. You can find part one here. In that … Continue reading
Posted in IRA's 55th Annual Convention - 2010, Silent Reading
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Why You Should Attend an International Reading Association Convention
It is only five days until I leave for Chicago for the International Reading Association’s 55th annual convention. Although I am very excited about attending the convention, I am disappointed that it has been cut short by one day and … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Development
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Looking for a Great Way to Practice Reading Fluency? Think Poetry!
I am writing this post in celebration of national poetry month. One of my favorite elementary school memories is being read aloud to in my school library. I vividly remember sitting there, criss-cross applesauce style, laughing out loud to the … Continue reading

Posted in Fluency, Struggling Readers
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