In Building the Literacy Block, veteran public-school educator Bridget Spackman delivers an insightful, practical discussion on establishing an authentic and purposeful workshop model while integrating reading and writing instruction to create a rigorous environment for all learners. Every chapter of the book focuses on an individual element of your literacy block, provides example activities, and offers practical tips on how to accommodate a variety of classroom environments, ages, and learners.

Listeners will find:

● Explorations of the essential elements of establishing a strong literacy block and the process necessary for educators to implement this method of instruction

● Simple, effective strategies for building critical thinking and lifelong learning skills

● Techniques rooted in modern instructional practices designed to help educators develop authentic learning experiences

A powerful tool that offers elementary teachers methods for establishing an authentic and rigorous literacy block, Building the Literacy Block is a must-have resource for literacy educators as well as those who work directly or indirectly with students, teachers, and school administrators.