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Are you a new teacher in an urban, suburban, or rural school? Or, are you an aspiring new teacher? We’re here to support YOU! This podcast channel is designed to help those new to teaching. We talk about the most common challenges educators face and how to find answers. On this channel, you will find a community of support as well as on our associated social media platforms: Instagram and BlueSky - @NewTeacherTalk.
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Monday Nov 04, 2024
Monday Nov 04, 2024
In this insightful episode, literacy expert Leana Malinowsky explores how teachers can effectively partner with families to support children's reading and writing development. She provides practical strategies for creating a strong home-school connection that enhances literacy learning.
Key Topics Covered
- The critical role of family involvement in literacy development
- Strategies for engaging families in literacy activities
- Supporting oral language development at home
- Practicing foundational reading skills
- Incorporating writing activities in the home environment
- Building effective home-school communication
Recommended Strategies
1. Family Resource Sharing
- Curated lists of age-appropriate books
- Take-home reading materials
- Guidelines for reading aloud
- Writing prompts for family activities
2. School-Based Events
- Family literacy nights
- Parent workshops
- Reading celebrations
- Writing showcases
3. Communication Channels
- Regular newsletters
- Digital updates
- Two-way communication platforms
- Progress sharing opportunities
Featured Resource
Reading Rockets: https://www.readingrockets.org/
- Comprehensive literacy resource for families
- Research-based strategies
- Printable activities
- Parent guides
Action Steps for Teachers
- Establish regular communication routines with families
- Share specific strategies families can use at home
- Provide accessible resources in multiple languages when possible
- Create opportunities for family involvement in the classroom
- Celebrate literacy achievements with families
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- Subscribe to the New Teacher Talk podcast
- Join our educator community
- Share your family engagement success stories
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