Lenawee Literacy
March 2019
In this edition, you'll find:
- Reading Month Events & Professional Learning
- National Day of Unplugging
- Michigan Literacy Resources
- Read Aloud Guide
- Grant Opportunities
- An Update from Laural Triebel
Reading Month Events & Professional Learning
Family Read Aloud & Activities
We invite families with Y5-3rd grade learners (younger siblings are welcome) to join us in the CEMaT library every Tuesday in March. There is no cost to attend, and each child will leave with a book from our "Free Little Book Fair."
Come enjoy read alouds, book talks, and fun activities. You will leave with a free book and tips you can use at home with your child to encourage life-long reading.
March 5, 12, 19, and 26 - 4:30-5:30
Porter Center - CEMaT Library
2946 Sutton Rd.
Adrian, MI
Hosted by Amanda Morris, LISD K-12 Literacy Consultant and Ruth Benge, LISD Early Literacy Consultant.
No registration is required to attend.
Educator Book Study (K-5)
March 6, 13, 20, & 27 - 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Porter Center - CEMaT Library
2946 Sutton Rd.
Adrian, MI 49221
Educator Book Study (6-12)
Celebrate Reading Month by joining other 6-12 educators in a month-long book study of Passionate Readers: The Art of Reaching and Engaging Every Child, by Pernille Ripp. Facilitated by Amanda Morris, this book study will be guided by one central question: How do we inspire students to love reading and discovery? We will discuss key strategies for creating a passionate reading environment. We will meet together each Thursday in March.
March 7, 14, 21, & 28 - 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Porter Center - CEMaT Library
2946 Sutton Rd.
Adrian, MI 49221
A 24 Hour Global Respite from Technology
This National Day of Unplugging "highlights the value of disconnecting from digital devices to connect with ourselves, our loved ones and our communities in real time." Join the movement from sundown to sundown, March 1-2. This is a great opportunity to encourage students, families, and ourselves to unplug to reconnect. The website has toolkits, an area to pledge to unplug, and some great resources.
Literacy Resources: Choosing Rigorous, Inspiring Books for Michigan's K-12 Students
If you are looking for noteworthy, recommended, and award-winning book lists that can be shared with your students and families, the Michigan Department of Education has developed an excellent list of Literature Resources with hot-linked URLs to allow you to quickly find books in nearly any category.
A guide to Reading aloud with children
Teacher as Researcher Grant
The "Teacher as Researcher" Grant supports teachers in their inquiries about literacy and instruction and is sponsored by the International Literacy Association. These grant studies are available for projects that focus on reading, writing, or literacy. Grants up to $5,000 are awarded. The deadline for application is fast approaching - March 15, 2019!
For more information, please review the grant page at GetEdFunding.
Literacy Updates from Laural Triebel
- Updated Read by Third Guide includes updated information (as of February 2019) in italics.
- Read by Grade 3 Spotlight from January 17, 2019 offers more information about the legislation and assessments.
Amanda morris, LISD Curriculum Consultant
Email: amanda.morris@lisd.us
Website: https://www.lisd.us/instruction/school-support-services/lenawee-literacy/
Location: 2946 Sutton Rd, Adrian, MI, USA
Phone: 517-266-6983
Twitter: @amorris425