This interactive approach not only makes learning fun but also reinforces the skill of finding the known in the unknown. By regularly practicing with these cards, students become more proficient
Opinion Writing lessons can feel complicated, but they aren’t. I first wrote about this in 3 New Steps to Confidently Teaching Opinion Writing to Early Learners. This blog post centers
Compound Words are fun! Are you looking for creative ways to enhance your students’ phonological awareness and word-building skills? Check out compound words! While forming compound words and combining two
Skip counting can be fun, but it’s also an important step in true understanding of number sense. As teachers of kindergarten and first-grade students, we understand the importance of laying
Pirates “ARGH” fun…at least in picture books. Ahoy, young learners and teachers alike! Are you ready to embark on an exciting literary voyage? Step aboard as we set sail with
Grumpy. Grouchy. Cranky. Irritable. Crabby. You name it…we’ve all felt it. Most adults have ways of managing our emotions, but children haven’t figured it out yet. Emotions often run wild
Segmenting and Blending phonemes in the early grades is not just a game, it’s crucial. This vital part of phonemic awareness will lead to future success in decoding and encoding.
Silent e is a familiar lesson in first and second grade classrooms all over. I’ve even taught it in kindergarten. We LOVE the magic e, silent e, bossy e, and
Comparing and Contrasting lessons don’t have to be boring! Lions at Lunchtime is the eleventh book in the Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne. Teaching the concept of
Karma Wilson is a renowned author in the world of children’s literature, celebrated for her captivating storytelling, lyrical prose, and endearing characters.
Little Red Hen has always been one of my go-to books when talking about plants and spring. It also lends itself beautifully to sequencing. BUT, I also love looking at other Little Red Hen themed books as a compare and contrast lesson in comprehension.
Vocabulary lays the cornerstone of effective communication and comprehension in education, making it an essential focus for educators seeking to empower their students with language proficiency.
Hello and Welcome to Cathy Collier’s The W.I.S.E. Owl. I am a Reading Specialist and Literacy Advocate for more than 30 years. BUT I was born to be a teacher. I am blessed with a very supportive husband and two grown boys. I am a teacher, talker, trainer, and passionate presenter. I’d love to talk about Reading and Writing for the Emergent Learner with your class, your school, your division, or your council. Invite me!
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