Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words and Word Mapping
Description
Teacher-created activities, games, and tips aligned with science to help kids learn to read
Created by a team of experienced teachers, not researchers, and aligned with the latest in the science of reading, Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words: Strategies, Games, and Resources Aligned to the Science of Reading is a fun, actionable book that supports anyone teaching kids how to read. The research-based strategies included in this book take the focus off basic memorization and encourage kids to learn and permanently store high frequency words, while also reducing stress for parents, teachers, and kids throughout the reading process.
Readers will find:
- Games that teach sight words (including heart words) through orthographic mapping
- Ready-to-use "quick win" activities perfect for bell work, homework, lesson plans, and extra credit assignments to deepen understanding and complement reading curriculum
- Practical tips and teaching strategies that help teach high frequency words in a more entertaining and effective way
Addressing the literacy crisis in a way that kids find relatable and enjoyable, Droppin' Knowledge on Sight Words: Strategies, Games, and Resources Aligned to the Science of Reading is an essential handbook for K-5 teachers, reading specialists, and literacy coaches, along with reading tutors and all parents seeking to improve their child's literacy skills.
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Heidi Martin is trained in LETRS for Early Childhood, IMSE Orton-Gillingham, and Top 10 Tools. She is a National Facilitator for LETRS EC. She has presented at national conferences as well as provided training at the district level. Heidi is the author of P is for Paint, which is the one and only alphabet book with embedded mnemonics and is co-author of the Decodable Adventure Series. Heidi taught first grade for more than ten years and most recently taught grades Kindergarten and 4K. With her husband, she is founder of LitFlix Club, which delivers training and resources aligned to the science of reading to parents and educators in an approachable and understandable way.
Adam Martin is a National LETRS Facilitator certified in Units 1-8 and presents to teachers and districts on a weekly basis. He has his master's in educational literacy and his reading specialist license. Adam is the co-author and editor of the Decodable Adventure Series. He taught first grade for seven years and has tutored children of all ages.
Content
About the Authors vii
Hey, Parents and Teachers! 1
What Is Balanced Literacy? 2
What Is the Science of Reading? 3
What Is a Sight Word? 6
What Is a High- Frequency Word? 7
What Are Heart Words? 9
How Do We Do That? 9
What in the World Is Orthographic Mapping? 10
Wrapping Up 183
Ready, Set, Read On! Your Next Steps and Staying in Touch 183
