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¬† This practical, teacher-friendly book provides indispensable guidance for implementing research-based reading instruction that is responsive to students’ diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Structured around the ‚Äúbig five‚Äù core topics of an effective reading program‚Äîphonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension‚Äîthe book explains tried-and-true teaching strategies for fostering all students’ achievement. Key topics include engaging diverse students in classroom discussion, involving families in learning, and assessing and teaching new literacies. Numerous classroom examples demonstrate a wide range of easy-to-implement lesson ideas and activities for students at different grade levels, including struggling learners. Issues specific to English language learners are woven throughout the chapters. ¬†