a picture of a child reading Introduction As teachers, we all want to inspire our students to become lifelong learners and critical thinkers. We want them to engage with the world around them and develop empathy for others. The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) provide a framework for teaching essential skills that will prepare our students for success inContinueContinue reading “Teaching Reading with the CCSS: Making Connections to Self, Across Texts, and to the World”
