Danielle French works closely with her students, which enables her to discern what they do well and what she can layer on to help them elaborate their work. 

If you want to give more students a chance to use their voices in the room, try this strategy, which enables everyone to be heard. 

In this conference, Bobby, a third grader, learns how to improve his comprehsion. 

Download writing paper that has a fun nod to the month of June.

Download writing paper that has a fun nod to the month of January.

Did you miss the June monthly coaching—Writing in the Margins? All-access members can catch up now.

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Janet Scott is a Title 1/LAP reading specialist for kindergarten and first grades in Washington State. Over the course of her 23-year career in education, she has taken on the roles of classroom teacher, assessment facilitator, literacy coach, instructional coach, and interventionist for kindergarten through sixth grade. Janet has degrees in elementary education, early childhood education, and curriculum and instruction.From a very early age, Janet knew she wanted to be a teacher, and she knows that she found her passion, because she still loves to do it! Janet has known and worked with Gail Boushey for many years and is excited to collaborate with her on the Classroom Design online seminar. She cannot wait to learn alongside teachers from all over the world. Janet believes strongly that classroom design is a strategic factor in behavior management as well as instruction.

Janice Such is a reading specialist and instructional coach who works with dedicated teachers across a Midwestern school district. She has taught elementary school students and adult learners. As a member of the district literacy department, she has provided professional development about Benchmark Assessment System, Leveled Literacy Intervention, Words Their Way, and the ELA Common Core State Standards for K-5. Collaborating with building coaches in Coach Connection meetings, she has shared best practices, teaching strategies, and research. In the role of Lesson Study facilitator, Janice currently supports teams of educators as they engage in the cycle of planning, researching, and reflecting on their teaching. By contributing Brief Focus Lessons to Daily CAFE, she hopes to share her love of children's literature and experience in curriculum and instruction. Janice is delighted to be part of the Daily CAFE learning community.

Take a peek at what we are reading this summer. Perhaps we can inspire your reading list!

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Consider these key aspects when assessing and cultivating a positive emotional climate in your classroom.

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"If you can't beat 'em, join 'em." This approach broadens reading horizons, honors choice and factors in good-fit books. Here are a few ways to expand students' reading repertoires in the sports zone.

Getting hands into the books of little ones is one of the most important things we can do. 

Take a look at what we are reading this summer, and get a bit of inspiration for your stack!

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Lori shares funny books that will keep kids laughing from preschool through middle school. 

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