Wiring the Brain for Reading - Brain-Based Strategies for Teaching Literacy (Paperback)

Using the latest neuroscience research to enhance literacy instruction

"Wiring the Brain for Reading" introduces teachers to aspects of the brain's functions that are essential to language and reading development. Marilee Sprenger, a specialist in learning and the brain, provides practical, "brain friendly," strategies for teaching essential skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The author's innovative approach aligns well with the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and is designed to enhance students' motivation and excitement in reading.

Offers a clear explanation of brain functioning in order to enhance language and reading instructionIncorporates proven literacy strategies, games, and activities as well as classroom examplesAligns with Common Core State Standards for learning to read, developing fluency, and interpreting complex texts

"Wiring the Brain for Reading" offers practical strategies for applying the latest research in neuroscience and learning to the classroom.

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2013
First published:	2012
Authors:	Marilee B Sprenger
Dimensions:	243 x 176 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-0-470-58721-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of a specific subject Books > Social sciences > Education > Schools > Primary / junior schools Books > Children's & Educational > Language & literature > English (including English as a school subject) > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun
LSN:	0-470-58721-0
Barcode:	9780470587218

Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate? Let us know about it.

Does this product have an incorrect or missing image? Send us a new image.

Is this product missing categories? Add more categories.

Review This Product

No reviews yet - be the first to create one!