Common Core for the Not-So-Common Learner: English Language Arts Strategies, Grades K-5

Make the Common Core accessible to ELLs and other at-risk learners! Grounded in the four ELA strands of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, this book offers clear explanations of the CCSS and strategies for working with English language learners, standard English learners, and other struggling students. The authors provide: Detailed examples of how to implement strategies across elementary grade levels Anchor Performances-skill sets that all students need to be able to do to meet each anchor standard-and suggested strategies to help build these skills Tools and templates to support implementation Guidance on collaboration and co-teaching to promote literacy