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82 Three Simple Strategies to Integrate Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum

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In this episode, discover how to seamlessly weave literacy into every subject without adding more prep time. Learn three practical strategies: using picture books to create cross-curricular connections, implementing a vocabulary spiral to reinforce key terms, and leveraging the reading-writing connection in subjects like math, science, and social studies. Get actionable tips for starting small and find resources for ready-to-use picture book lesson plans designed to enhance your teaching. Perfect for educators looking to boost literacy while managing a busy curriculum.

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00:00 Introduction: The Curriculum Tetris Dilemma
01:19 Strategy 1: The Picture Book Bridge
03:31 Strategy 2: The Vocabulary Spiral
04:50 Strategy 3: The Reading-Writing Connection
05:55 Implementation Tips and Resources
07:30 Conclusion: Stay Blooming Curious

 

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