The second and final part of our interview with Alison Sanza from Brunswick Secondary College. In this episode Annelise and Alison share tips about the resources they use to deliver unit plans to suit individual learning types. They also talk about building student confidence in reading and writing at their own level. It’s easier than you might thi…

Improving reading skills leads to improved writing skills. In this episode, Annelise speaks with our special guest Alison Sanza from Brunswick Secondary College about breaking down each of these disciplines to help students relate and engage with their learning. Alison’s insightful examples and tips are invaluable for secondary English teachers. Ha…

A lack of confidence can creep into some students’ mindsets when standardised testing becomes challenging or if they feel they’re being assessed all the time. As teachers, we want to build confidence and a sense of achievement for students to reach learning outcomes. The answer is practise. Listen to Annelise and Kylie break down their strategies. …

If you have students in your classroom who are reading below or above their grade, this episode is for you. Annelise and Kylie review strategies in both secondary and primary classrooms. Our literacy specialists have great tips for engaging all types of readers - from identifying levels, to what, when and why they should read. Links: Renaissance St…

Previously known as reading rotations, literacy rotations now incorporate more strands of literacy learning and are an important tool in the K-2 classroom. In this episode, Annelise and Kylie share some very practical tips for how to run a successful literacy rotation. Spoiler: planning and set-up are important and you may need a purple sparkly hat…

Welcome to our very first episode of The Literacy Squad! As teachers and parents, we’re developing comprehension skills every day with our students and children. This episode delves into strategies teachers can use in the classroom that students enjoy and that will build their foundational knowledge. Presented by Annelise Mitchell and Kylie Della V…