21. 3 Mistakes You Might be Making When Teaching Reading/Writing to ELLs and How to Fix It

There is a big difference in how the ELL brain learns to read and write compared to native speakers. Reading and writing are the two most difficult domains for our ELL students. It makes it even more challenging for those students when we are using materials that were designed for native English speakers, not ELLs. In today’s episode, I’ll share some of the mistakes we make while teaching reading and writing to our English language learners and what we can do to better support them and build a strong foundation. We will focus on phonics, comprehension, and writing. I’ll share ways to reduce the frustration and anxiety your students feel around reading and writing and how to increase their chances of success. If you’re looking for ways to support the writing of your ELLs, check out my brand new resource, https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/ESL-Writing-Curriculum-Activities-ESL-Grammar-Worksheets-Games-8024526?st=e7a38aee07467de1a2ebcf1c668acdac (Give Your Writing a Workout). This resource walks you through the foundations of writing and includes anchor charts, interactive grammar notebooks, games, and more. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/ESL-Writing-Curriculum-Activities-ESL-Grammar-Worksheets-Games-8024526?st=e7a38aee07467de1a2ebcf1c668acdac (Get Give Your Writing a Workout ) https://www.thewritingrevolution.org/buy-the-book/ (Read The Writing Revolution) https://www.equippingells.com/ell-sales-page (Join the Equipping ELLs Membership) To access all resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.inspiringyounglearners.com/mistakes-when-teaching-reading-writing/ (https://www.inspiringyounglearners.com/mistakes-when-teaching-reading-writing) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/equippingells/message

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Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching in the US and internationally. Learn more at www.inspiringyounglearners.com.