Literacy with Laura Leigh

5 Ways to Maximize Your ABC Book Read Aloud Time

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What does ABC book read aloud time look like in your classroom? As a new reading specialist, my students begged for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom daily!  I had the book memorized. However, each time a letter climbed up the tree, I wondered if they were increasing their letter recognition knowledge?  Ever had a similar thought?   […]

7 Simple + Fun Activities that Improve Letter Recognition in 5 Minutes

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Have 5 minutes to fill in your classroom?  These 7 quick, fun letter recognition activities are perfect for your transition times. The letter recognition activities: provide essential review keep student’s attention  offer additional letter exposure for your struggling readers   It’s important to include these in your daily routine because: “some children may need only […]

3 Alphabet Arc Activities that Boost Letter Recognition (Fast)

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I had just been hired as a reading specialist. New state, new city, new school.  Entering my spacious new classroom, I found the filing cabinets crammed full and the closets overflowing with materials left behind by the teacher who had just retired.  I sighed, picking up the first thing on the table in front of […]