Literacy
I am a huge advocate for literacy! My undergraduate thesis is about literacy
and the connection it has to young adolescent self-esteem. In my opinion,
literacy is power. If students are equipped with literacy skills, they can
more easily navigate and change the world in which they live. Literacy is
more than just being able to read and write; literacy is the ability to
comprehend texts, situations, and relationships in a deep and meaningful
way. A couple resources to help you delve into literacy (and practice
literacy skills too!):
Teaching Literacy in all Content Areas from Edutopia
Strategies to support struggling readers from Edutopia
Inspiring Middle School Literacy from PBS