Shifting the Balance, Grades 3–5: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Upper Elementary Classroom is a practical guide designed to help educators strengthen literacy instruction for upper elementary students. Written by literacy experts Katie Cunningham, Jan Burkins, and Kari Yates, this book provides research-based strategies that align classroom teaching with the science of reading.
Created specifically for teachers working with grades 3–5, the book offers clear guidance on how to refine reading instruction to better support developing readers. Through practical examples and classroom-ready strategies, educators can help students improve comprehension, vocabulary, and reading fluency.
This book covers topics such as:
Research-based literacy practices based on the science of reading
Strategies to strengthen comprehension and word recognition
Classroom techniques for supporting struggling readers
Practical instructional shifts for upper elementary literacy teaching
Recognized as a valuable resource for literacy instruction, Shifting the Balance, Grades 3–5 helps teachers apply proven reading strategies that improve student learning outcomes.
Why You’ll Love It:
Research-based strategies for effective reading instruction
Practical guidance for upper elementary classroom teachers
Ideal resource for literacy educators and instructional coaches
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