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Strategies That Work: Teaching Comprehension for Engagement, Understanding, and Building Knowledge, Grades K-8
This book is a must-have resource for educators looking to enhance their students' reading comprehension skills. Written by Stephanie Harvey and Anne Goudvis, it offers a comprehensive guide to teaching comprehension strategies that engage students and build their knowledge.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by teachers and educators in elementary and middle school settings. It's also a valuable resource for educational professionals looking to improve their teaching methods and for parents who want to support their children's reading development.
History and Editions
The third edition of "Strategies That Work" has been a cornerstone in reading comprehension instruction since its publication in 2017. This edition includes updated bibliographies, online resources, and fully revised chapters focusing on digital reading, strategies for integrating comprehension and technology, and comprehension across the curriculum. The book tackles close reading, close listening, text complexity, and critical thinking, demonstrating how students can build knowledge through thinking-intensive reading and learning.
Author and Other Works
Stephanie Harvey and Anne Goudvis are renowned experts in reading comprehension instruction. Harvey is known for her work in developing strategies that make reading a thinking-intensive activity, while Goudvis brings her expertise in integrating comprehension across the curriculum. Both authors have written extensively on reading comprehension and have contributed significantly to the field of education.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781625310637
- eBook: ISBN-13: 9781625310644
Publication Details
- Publisher: Stenhouse Publishers
- Publication Date: June 20, 2017
- Number of Pages: 298
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
While there are no other ISBNs for different formats of this specific edition, the book is available in both paperback and eBook formats. For those interested in digital versions, the eBook format provides an accessible way to utilize the strategies and resources outlined in the book.
Related ISBNs:
- eBook (Second Edition): ISBN-13: 9781625310644 (Note: This is not the third edition but another edition by the same authors)
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides a solid introduction to reading comprehension instruction, including principles that guide practice, suggestions for text selection, and a review of recent research.
- Updated Bibliographies: Includes updated bibliographies with popular resources like "Great Books for Teaching Content."
- Digital Reading Integration: Focuses on strategies for integrating comprehension and technology.
- Comprehension Across the Curriculum: Shows how to integrate comprehension instruction across various subjects like science and social studies.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Strategies That Work," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
