Understanding Reading Development in Grades 4,5 & 6: Tips for Teachers

“This book aims to empower and serve as a resource to Teachers, College and University Lecturers, Education District Officials, Parents, Departmental Heads, Senior staff of Schools, Curriculum Advisors and Student Teachers whose primary focus is the Intermediate Phase. For the first time a book on Reading Development focussing on the language of students in the Intermediate Phase, is available. A guide now exists that can help educationists understand, capacitate and guide those involved with students in the intermediate phase.” Authors.This book unlocks Literacy and empowers minds in Grades 4–6. It moves from Decoding to Deep Understanding - A Roadmap for Middle Grade Readers. Practice meets theory in every sense of the word. Confidence will be built in young readers in every classroom. The book bridges Cognitive Growth and Literacy. It contains tools for today’s educators. The book is grounded in leading theories (Skinner, Chomsky, Piaget, Vygotsky, etc.), and offers a clear framework for understanding how children read - and how to support them. There is tailored strategies for Grades 4–6, where reading shifts from learning to read to reading to learn. The book is ideally designed for Inclusive & accessible teaching approaches and designed for diverse classrooms, with visuals and strategies that support all students. There is also many practical tips and practical exercises at the end of the first 12 chapters to consolidate knowledge gained. Read more