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Replay #10 The Dot Dec 30, 2019

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Episode #10 originally aired on May 13, 2019.

Practice empathy in this episode as we explore what makes a character tick.

The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds is a text you’ll truly fall in love with - from the first moment you meet the main character, to her relatable problem, and the remarkable conclusion. Listen as we explore what the character says, what she does, what she thinks, and what she feels.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

Replay #4 Library Lion Dec 23, 2019

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Episode #4 originally aired on April 1, 2019.

Yes! Your students can learn to analyze text!

Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen and illustrated by Kevin Hawkes, is a charming tale of curiosity, empathy, and understanding. The traditional-style illustrations are endearing as is the lion himself.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

#28 Game Changers Dec 16, 2019

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“Whatever you become, you become in your head first.”

Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams by Lesa Cline-Ransome, illustrated by James E. Ransome, is a powerful text that will knock your socks off! As informative as it is inspiring, it will leave you with a sense of wonder. And hey, why not explore character traits with real-life heroes?

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

#27 We Don't Eat Our Classmates Dec 09, 2019

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Pictures help us analyze text and write independently!

We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins is a beloved read loud with a powerful lesson on perspective. We’ll support students to analyze the fictional narrative structure of this text to go beyond the lesson it teaches and include some sophistication that even the youngest writers can handle.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

#26 Jabari Jumps Dec 02, 2019

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We’re exploring empathy with evidence on today’s episode.

Everybody loves Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall. Today we’ll use this inspiring text to explore how Jabari’s father shows empathy toward his son, and we’ll find evidence along the way.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

Replay #9 Pattern Fish Nov 25, 2019

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Episode #9 originally aired on May 6, 2019.

Sentence fluency abounds in this light hearted text that invites writers to craft versions of their own.

Pattern Fish by Trudy Harris is a playful book with just a hint of plot but a whole lot of spirit. Explore poetic phrases and patterns as your students chant along.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

#25 Not Quite Snow White Nov 18, 2019

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Acting out descriptions with adverbs!

Not Quite Snow White by Ashley Franklin, illustrated by Ebony Glenn, shares an important message of belonging and self-worth through a character everyone will love. This text offers a fun opportunity to explore descriptive language through music and movement. You won’t want to miss it!

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

Bonus Episode Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon Nov 11, 2019

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Today we revisit our most popular episode in season 1 featuring the text Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon from Episode #12.

We’re sharing some text dependent questions that invite discussion and a bridge chart with a challenging writing task. All new!

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

Bonus Episode Enemy Pie Nov 04, 2019

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Today we revisit our most popular episode featuring the text Enemy Pie from Episode #13.

We’re sharing the text dependent questions that go along with the book and talk about an easy 3-step guide for crafting better text dependent questions to improve comprehension.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

#24 What’s the Difference? 10 Animal Look-Alikes Oct 28, 2019

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Compare and contrast in a neat package!

What’s the Difference? 10 Animal Look-Alikes By Judy Diehl and David Plumb, illustrated by Vlasta Kampen, is packed with information that will hold your students’ interest. This text offers teachers the opportunity to explore compare and contrast language in bite-sized chunks that are accessible to all.

Join National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Literacy Coach Dr. Julie Webb as she describes the teaching possibilities hidden inside this treasured mentor text.

Try this lesson in your class tomorrow:

https://litcentric.podia.com/litcentric-radio-lessons-growing-bundle

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