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KEYNOTE & CLOSING

Grades K-12 / ELL All Levels | Handout

Reading Lessons Redefined

Provide direct instruction

Deliver daily mini-lessons utilizing the 4-step architecture.

Master the 4-step mini-lesson.

Google Slides Mini-Lesson Planner WRITING

Mini-Lesson Template: Google Slide

Teach one skill across 3+ days.

Observe the 4 steps of a mini-lesson.

Step 1: Character impacts plot

Step 2A: Character impacts plot

Step 2B: Character impacts plot

Step 3: Character impacts plot

Step 4: Character impacts plot

STEP 1: Purpose of Annotation

STEP 2: Purpose of Annotation

STEP 3: Purpose of Annotation

STEP 4: Purpose of Annotation

Emphasize Step 2: Instruction

Make lessons visible.

Physical Triggers | PDF

PRIZE: Download Comprehension Voice Signs.

Provide instruction via Think Alouds.

Go beyond a model; reveal a Think Aloud.

Demonstrate expert thoughts with Think Alouds.

Use “I” language.

Teach explicitly— I do, You Watch & Listen.

Use Think Aloud cards during mini-lessons.

PRIZE: Capture your thinking! Silhouette Head | BW | Color
PORTRAIT Silhouette Head with lines | BW | Color — LANDSCAPE Silhouette Head with lines | BW | Color

Establish procedures to support effective and efficient instruction.

Maintain control during mini-lessons.

Engage every student with ESRs.

Require students to listen during conversations with Talk Moves.