It’s not unusual to hear the term guided reading used to describe small-group instruction. But does that term mean the same thing to everyone?

Children have always come to school with a range of literacy experiences and abilities.

Both good and struggling readers benefit from guided reading.

Let’s face it—finding enough time to teach science and social studies can be a challenge.

Begin with a Shared Book Experience—Read Aloud.

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As a third grade teacher, I sometimes feel like I'm in literacy limbo, sandwiched between lower elementary students who are learning to read, and the upper elementary students who are reading to learn.

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Over the years I've had a love-hate relationship with guided reading.

Many teachers have guided reading in their instructional toolbox, and they consider it a necessary strategy, especially in classrooms where differentiation is key.

Guided reading groups are an integral part of reader’s workshop, but getting them up and running always seems like a monumental task for me at the beginning of the year.