Reading and Writing
by McGrow-Hill Reading Wonders

Our commitment to literacy development is manifested in a variety of instructional strategies:

• Interdisciplinary Approach: Embedding literacy instruction across all subject areas to foster inquiry and communication.

• Diverse Learning Strategies: Utilizing a blend of techniques including reading and writing workshops, guided and shared reading, as well as shared writing exercises.

• Oral and Visual Presentation: Encouraging oral and visual presentations to develop speaking and interpretative skills.

• Classroom Discussions: Facilitating literature discussions to enhance critical thinking and interpretative skills.

• Instructional Materials: Providing access to grade-appropriate instructional materials and a rich array of leveled reading texts.

• Class Libraries: Maintaining general classroom libraries to foster a love for reading and self-directed learning.

Through these methods, we aim to nurture proficient listeners, articulate speakers, avid readers, and expressive writers, equipping our students with the literacy skills essential for success in any academic venture and beyond.

Typing & Writing Without Tears

• Handwriting Instruction: We will continue the Handwriting Without Tears program, which is research-based and designed to teach writing skills in an age-appropriate, effective manner.

• Development of Good Habits: The program emphasizes the development of good handwriting habits, ensuring that students learn to write clearly and efficiently.

• Introduction to Typing: As technology becomes increasingly integral to education, we continue working with students on typing skills through the Keyboarding Without Tears program.

• Developmentally Appropriate Methods: Both handwriting and typing instructions are delivered using methods tailored to the developmental stages of young learners.

• Seamless Learning Transition: The goal is to provide a seamless transition from handwriting to typing, equipping students with the necessary skills for both traditional and digital communication.

• Promoting Effective Learning: By focusing on these fundamental skills, we aim to promote effective learning and set the foundation for academic success.