reading, writing and inquiry in the science classroom: a differentiated strategy james a. shymansky...
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Reading, writing and inquiry in the science classroom: A
Differentiated Strategy
Reading, writing and inquiry in the science classroom: A
Differentiated Strategy
James A. ShymanskyUniversity of Missouri-St. Louis
James A. ShymanskyUniversity of Missouri-St. Louis
When students are reading at different
levels??
When students are reading at different
levels??
NGS Theme SetsNGS Theme Sets
A differentiated content reading approach
A differentiated content reading approach
Theme Sets• Provide each and every student access to
standards-based science (& social studies) content, regardless of their reading level– Teach the same critical core content to every student
from struggling to fluent readers – with differentiated student books
– Strengthen nonfiction literacy skills needed for success on standardized tests
– Engage students with high-interest topics and powerful visuals
– Streamline planning and teaching time with all the tools you need for differentiated instruction
Science Themes
Animals in Their HabitatsShaping Earth’s Surface
Extreme WeatherUsing Simple Machines
Cells at WorkLife Cycles
EnergyUsing Earth’s Resources
Level A Level B Level C Level D
A Look inside the Animals in Their Habitats Theme...
Opening pages in the student books:
• Forest Animals (level A)
• Ocean Animals (level B)
• Desert Animals (level C)
• Rain Forest Animals (level D)
Theme SetsTheme Sets
Provide Provide each and everyeach and every student access to student access to core standards-based science (and social core standards-based science (and social
studies) content – regardless of their studies) content – regardless of their reading level.reading level.