“A” is for apple, a fruit that is round and sweet. “B” is for bird, an animal that flies more often than walking on its feet.
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The sentences above may be simple to read and understand, but at one point all readers had to learn those letter combinations and comprehend their meanings as individual words. Then they had to learn how to use those words in a sentence. |
| In order to gain more knowledge on reading instruction best practices, Aurora Public Schools teachers gathered at Clyde Miller Elementary School for a lesson by renowned literacy consultant Sharon Taberski titled, “It’s Got to Make Sense: Reading Instruction Across the Grades.” |
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Boston Elementary School Principal Shawna Lyons (front) and Clyde Miller Elementary School Principal Diana Gadison accompany teachers in Taberski's literacy workshop.
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Literacy consultant Sharon Taberski talks with APS teachers. |
| Taberski worked with teachers on helping children develop and improve their reading skills. They discussed topics including what’s involved in comprehension, reading goals, text structure, comprehension strategies and components of balanced literacy programs. |
“I was quite impressed with the professional enthusiasm shown by teachers during my visit to Aurora Public Schools,” said Taberski. “They were most eager to learn from me and dialogue with one another.” |
APS teachers listen closely to Taberski's advice.
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