Using the latest neuroscience research to enhance literacy instruction
Wiring the Brain for Reading
introduces teachers to aspects of the brain's functions that are essential to language and reading development. Marilee Sprenger, a specialist in learning and the brain, provides practical,
brain friendly
, strategies for teaching essential skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The author's innovative approach aligns well with the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and is designed to enhance students' motivation and excitement in reading.
Offers a clear explanation of brain functioning in order to enhance language and reading instruction
Incorporates proven literacy strategies, games, and activities as well as classroom examples
Aligns with Common Core State Standards for learning to read, developing fluency, and interpreting complex texts
offers practical strategies for applying the latest research in neuroscience and learning to the classroom.