Re: [MOSAIC] dyslexia

Jan, I had my daughter tested using the Irlen colored overlays. She struggled with ADHD and they made a tremendous difference for her. They also claim to help students with dyslexia. You might check out this website: _http://www.crossboweducation.com/Eye_Level_Reading_Ruler.htm_ (http://w

Re: [MOSAIC] Book Recommendations for Reluctant Readers- 5th Grade

My last class loved Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at ht

Re: [MOSAIC] Suggestions for Fifth Grade Read Alouds to Establish Community

Maura, I have used Time of Wonder by Robert McCloskey and Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco. Both are excellent. Enjoy! Sue Zahn ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http

Re: [MOSAIC] teaching parents how to read to their children

Deidra, I've just started Blink. Malcolm Gladwell really comes up with fascinating data. I'll have to wait for Tipping Point because my son-in-law is reading it right now. Regards, Sue Zahn **An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.c

Re: [MOSAIC] Mosaic Digest, Vol 35, Issue 31 teaching parents how to read to ...

Dana, I've had great success recommending the book Seven Keys to Comprehension by Susan Zimmerman and Chryse Hutchins for parents at open house. I display the book along with laminated bookmarks I created highlighting the 7 keys on one side and the title/author on the back. The bookmark is pa

Re: [MOSAIC] teaching parents how to read to their children

Wow! That response goes right along with a book I just finished reading called The Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. I could hardly put it down. Sue Z **An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221823322x1201398723/

Re: [MOSAIC] integrating picture books in all content areas

Megan, I've just purchased a series of picture books for math called MathStart by Stuart J Murphy, published by Harper Collins. There are 3 levels: Level 1--ages 3 and up, Level 2--ages 6 and up, and Level 3--ages 7 and up. Also included are suggestions for adults to use with children, acti

Re: [MOSAIC] art and literacy

Caitlin, I couldn't help but mention a wonderful book called From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by Elaine Konigsburg. If you live anywhere in the New York City area, it's a great introduction to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. I've used this book with 5th and 6th graders and

Re: [MOSAIC] daily 5

Katherine, Would you also add me to the list for sharing your notes and schedules? Thanks so much! Sue Zahn (reading specialist, but no job yet) _craigz...@aol.com_ (mailto:craigz...@aol.com) **A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.a

[MOSAIC] Interview for reading specialist

I may be the last of the great lurkers on Mosaic, but now I'm desperate! I have my MA in reading, but have never taught as a reading specialist, and now I just got a call to interview for an elementary reading specialist position (K-5). I am more than nervous about it! I am a huge fan of MOT