{"product_id":"literacy-unlocked-isbn-9781394285242","title":"Literacy Unlocked","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe latest research and most effective teaching tools for better early literacy instruction\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e explores the pivotal role of early literacy instruction in shaping a child's reading development and overall academic success. Shifting the focus from reactive intervention to a proactive approach that addresses problems before they arise, this book equips readers with research-backed insights and practical, accessible strategies to implement the science of reading to ensure future generations excel in literacy. Each chapter includes a link leading readers to supplementary online materials that can be utilized in instruction.  Written by Amie Burkholder, K-5 literacy coach and CEO of Literacy Edventures, a popular early literacy learning platform, this book explores ideas including:  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe brain science of reading, with information on brain plasticity and the roles of the frontal, occipital-temporal, and parietal-temporal regions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe disconnect in learning phonemic awareness and phonics separately, and why and how to address it as instructors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrerequisites for effective handwriting instruction, such as fine motor skills, pencil grip and posture, and understanding writing lines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe importance of predictable routines in literacy instruction to help alleviate excessive student cognitive load, including the use of decodable texts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCutting to the crux of better literacy instruction in simple language that anyone can understand, \u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential resource for K-5 teachers, administrators, instructional assistants, reading specialists, and literacy coaches. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Embarking on Your Reader’s Journey 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Phonemic Awareness in Early Reading Instruction 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 The Role of Handwriting in Early Literacy Development 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Building the Foundation of Letter- Sound Knowledge 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 From Letter Sounds to Decoding 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Building Strong Readers Through Systematic Phonics 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Teaching High- Frequency Words 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Making Phonics Stick: Application Is Key 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Background Knowledge and Vocabulary 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Bringing It All Together: Fostering a Love for Reading and Creating Lifelong Readers 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 257\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAMIE BURKHOLDER\u003c\/b\u003e is a former first-grade teacher turned K-5 literacy coach. She is CEO of Literacy Edventures, and co-founder of the virtual science of reading conference Unlocking SoR. Through her businesses, she creates engaging, hands-on literacy curricula, activities, and resources to support teachers, parents, and administrators. She also hosts the \u003ci\u003eRoute2Reading\u003c\/i\u003e podcast.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA PRACTICAL, PROACTIVE GUIDE TO BOOSTING CHILDREN’S READING SUCCESS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA solid foundation in early literacy can play a pivotal role in setting students up for success. Even better—it can prevent reading issues before they arise, saving time, money, and effort spent on interventions. \u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e offers K-3 educators and parents a captivating look at how early literacy shapes children’s reading development. This book is also full of practical, research-backed guidance on how to implement the science of reading. Additionally, each chapter includes a link to supplementary online materials that can be used in the classroom. As educators transition away from outmoded models of literacy instruction, \u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked \u003c\/i\u003e is an essential resource for empowering young readers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If you’re looking to understand both the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of early reading instruction, \u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e is your book. Amie Burkholder breaks down the research in a way that makes sense, and her sample lessons are pure gold—you’ll walk away knowing exactly how to put these practices into action in your classroom!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—ANNA GEIGER, M.Ed.,\u003c\/b\u003e Author of \u003ci\u003eReach All Readers\u003c\/i\u003e, Host of the \u003ci\u003eTriple R Teaching\u003c\/i\u003e podcast, and creator of The Measured Mom \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e supports elementary teachers to act on the science of reading with field-tested lesson plans and teaching strategies that Amie Burkholder has used and found to work in real classrooms.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—STEPHANIE STOLLAR, Ph.D.,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of Reading Science Academy  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"If you're looking to understand both the 'why' and 'how' of early reading instruction, \u003ci\u003eLiteracy Unlocked\u003c\/i\u003e is your book. Amie Burkholder breaks down the research in a way that makes sense, and her sample lessons are pure gold—you'll walk away knowing exactly how to put these practices into action in your classroom!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Anna Geiger, M.Ed. 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