1st Edition
Think Like a Reading Teacher Foundations for Structured Literacy in Grades K–5
Part I: Foundations of Literacy Instruction 1. The Mindset of a Reading Teacher: Thinking beyond the Textbook 2. The IRIS-L™ Model: A Framework for Struggling Readers in Grades 4–8 3. The Science of Reading: What Every Teacher Must Know Part II: Essential Instructional Strategies 4. Structured Literacy: Teaching with Precision and Purpose 5. Data-Driven Teaching: Using Assessment to Strengthen Instruction Part III: The Pillars of Effective Reading Instruction 6. Phonemic Awareness: Developing the Ear for Language 7. Phonics: Decoding Words with Confidence 8. Fluency: The Bridge Between Decoding and Comprehension 9. Vocabulary: Expanding Language for Reading and Thinking 10. Comprehension: Unlocking Meaning and Understanding in Texts Part IV: Transforming Literacy Instruction in Practice 11. Technology and Literacy: Using Digital Platforms to Enhance Reading Instruction 12. Creating a Literacy-Rich Classroom: Classroom Management for Reading Success 13. Reflecting on Reading Instruction: Lessons Learned and Questions for Growth Part V: Teaching All Learners 14. Teaching Reading in Diverse Classrooms: Meeting the Needs of Every Student 15. Becoming an Expert Reading Teacher: Lifelong Growth and Professional Development 16. Bridging Reading and Writing Instruction: Building Deeper Literacy Through Integration 17. Motivation and Engagement in Reading: How to Foster a Lifelong Love of Literacy 18. Partnering with Families and Communities: Strengthening Literacy beyond the Classroom
Biography
Andrea Carter-Robin Ed.D. is an award-winning children’s author, literacy scholar, and former K–12 educator with more than 20 years of experience across diverse educational settings. She has served in Milwaukee Public Schools, Cleveland Municipal School District, Champaign Unit 4 Schools, and Oberlin City Schools. As founder of Mosaic International School in Nigeria, she advances literacy for underserved students through her Readism™ and IRIS-L™ frameworks.
Kennedy Maranga Ph.D. has taught in higher education for over 20 years, serving as Professor, Program Chair, Program Director, and Director of Education and Research with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership.
