Talk that teaches

Jeanne R. Paratore

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2h 22m

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Talk that teaches

by Jeanne R. Paratore

2013

Guilford Publications

142

9781462510542

Description

"Featuring vivid examples and lesson plans, this book helps K-8 teachers reflect on and improve the ways talk is used in their classrooms. The authors explain the important role of skillful "teacher talk" in effective, motivating literacy instruction geared to the Common Core standards. Presented are clear-cut ways to help students set explicit goals for their learning; explain and model key strategies; and provide ongoing feedback. Over a dozen easy-to-implement lessons in vocabulary, comprehension, and writing are complete with how-to-do-it instructions, classroom vignettes, text suggestions, and reproducible worksheets. The large-size format facilitates photocopying. Purchasers also get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials"-- "Subject Areas/Keywords: CCSS, classroom discussions, Common Core State Standards, comprehension, elementary, English language arts, explanations, explicit, informational texts, lesson plans, listening, literature, oral language, reading instruction, speaking, strategies, teacher talk, teaching, vocabulary, writing DESCRIPTION Featuring vivid examples and lesson plans, this book helps K-8 teachers reflect on and improve the ways talk is used in their classrooms. The authors explain the important role of skillful "teacher talk" in effective, motivating literacy instruction geared to the CCSS. Presented are clear-cut ways to help students set explicit goals for their learning; explain and model key strategies; and provide ongoing feedback. Over a dozen easy-to-implement lessons in vocabulary, comprehension, and writing are complete with how-to-do-it instructions, classroom vignettes, text suggestions, and reproducible worksheets. The large-size format facilitates photocopying. Purchasers also get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials"--

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How many pages are in Talk that teaches?

This edition of Talk that teaches has approximately 142 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read Talk that teaches?

For most readers, Talk that teaches typically takes between 2h 58m and 1h 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 35,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 22m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 35,500 words

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What is the word count of Talk that teaches?

The estimated word count for Talk that teaches is approximately 35,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of Talk that teaches?

Talk that teaches was written by Jeanne R. Paratore.

When was Talk that teaches published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.