Bridging the Reading Gap: Explicit Instruction That Supports Spelling, Phonics, Morphology, and Vocabulary Development in Grades 4-8 - Paperback

by Heather Willms (Author)

A structured series of ready-to-use lessons that explore the "how" and the "why" of the English language with students. The engaging activities reflect the needs of all students, covering a wide range of abilities. Carefully curated word lists scaffold instruction for emergent to competent readers. The lessons are based on extensive classroom experience and include suggestions from teachers who have used the lessons in real classrooms. An ideal resource for using the spelling block to instruct, strengthen, and address gaps in phonics, morphology, and vocabulary knowledge for students in grades 4-8.

Author Biography

Heather Willms, B.A., B.Ed., M.A.Ed., is a university instructor, reading coach, and author. Her works include the well-known This Is How We Teach Reading...And It's Working!. She is an intervention teacher whose work includes mentoring, modeling, and supporting both teachers and students in grades K-8. Heather has twenty-three years of experience as a classroom, learning support, and district lead teacher. A respected literacy leader, she works as a reading consultant and coach for districts, schools, and teachers interested in shifting instruction to align with Structured Literacy and evidence-based practices.