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Podcast: Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers
Episode: 212. 5 Things To Do and 5 Things To Avoid When Teaching Word Study
Description: As a new school year approaches and you prepare your literacy lessons and schedule, I want to share some advice on teaching word study. In this episode, I'll discuss 5 things to do and 5 things to avoid in word study instruction.Expanding students' vocabularies is crucial in upper elementary, so incorporate a daily word study activity. This should be a shared goal across all subjects, not just ELA. Make your lessons fun and engaging for all students, and always connect word study instruction to students' reading and writing.Teaching word study can be intimidating, but you...