Whole-Book Reading in a Digital World: Practical Moves for Deep Thinking

In today’s digital environment, students are surrounded by short texts, rapid content, and quick answers. As a result, many struggle to sustain attention and develop deep understanding across longer, more complex reading. This session explores why whole-book reading is essential for building comprehension, critical thinking, and lasting engagement. Jennifer Serravallo will share practical, classroom-ready moves that help students stay focused, think deeply across a text, and make meaningful connections over time. 

Small Group Instruction: Reading Methods that Work in ELA and Across Content Areas

This hands‑on, research-rich exploration of teaching reading in small groups—drawing directly from her book Teaching Reading Across the Day and The Reading Strategies Book 2.0-- will focus on how targeted, responsive instruction accelerates student growth and builds transferable skills across disciplines. Learn about a range of methods, and how to incorporate reading strategies, vocabulary, and background knowledge support into each one.

Teaching Writing in Small Groups: Strategies and Methods for Success

This hands‑on, research-rich exploration of teaching writing in small groups—drawing directly from her book Teaching Writing in Small Groups and The Writing Strategies Book 2.0 will focus on how targeted, responsive instruction accelerates student growth and builds transferable skills . Learn about a range of methods, and how to support writing process and craft through writing strategies.