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Using Book Clubs to Engage Your Students

Elevate your teaching with our transformative training on utilizing high-interest book clubs to enhance vocabulary, comprehension, and phonics in a way that captures your students' interest. This engaging approach not only helps students connect with the material but also fosters a love for reading that lasts a lifetime.

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Vocabulary Instruction That Works

You’ll learn how to define words using a 4-part system, build student engagement, and create meaningful practice opportunities across all content areas. Grounded in decades of literacy research, this vocabulary approach helps students make stronger semantic connections, promotes long-term retention, and supports comprehension. These same strategies are used successfully in both general education and intervention settings.