Language Comprehension
Our Language Comprehension Content Corner is dedicated to helping you support students as they build the essential skills for understanding spoken language—an essential prerequisite for understanding written language. Here, you’ll find resources that you can use to support read-aloud, vocabulary development, background knowledge, inferring, and more, enabling students to engage deeply and thoughtfully with a wide range of worthwhile texts.
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Language Comprehension Blog Articles
This post introduces a practical five-step framework for dialogic conversations—an evidence-based approach to strengthening oral language, vocabulary, and comprehension. With examples from real classrooms, downloadable tools, and simple tips, educators will learn how to make the most of everyday
Master the 'Turn and Talk' technique! Create vibrant discussions and inclusive classrooms using thoughtful pairing, engaging prompts, and clear expectations.
Support language development in the classroom with practical techniques that promote student engagement, build vocabulary, and lay the foundation for reading success.
Enhance phonics instruction with strategies that connect decoding to comprehension. Learn how to incorporate meaning and high-volume practice into your lessons.
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Resources for Language Comprehension
- Language Comprehension
- Beginning: K-2
Boost oral language comprehension with proven instructional strategies. Explore prompts, plans, and authentic conversations for classroom success.
- Language Comprehension
- Developing: 3-5
Streamline read-aloud and shared reading with this interactive lesson plan template. Guide students before, during, and after reading for deeper comprehension.
- Language Comprehension
- Developing: 3-5
Master teaching reading comprehension strategies with this step-by-step guide. Simplify reading comprehension techniques and engage students collaboratively.
