7 Mighty Moves to Unlock Reading Success

Thu Apr 03 2025 at 08:30 am to Fri Apr 04 2025 at 04:00 pm UTC+02:00

International School of Amsterdam | Amstelveen

International School of Amsterdam
Publisher/HostInternational School of Amsterdam
7 Mighty Moves to Unlock Reading Success
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Transform your reading instruction with Lindsay Kemeny, author of "7 Mighty Moves"!
About this Event

Come learn about the seven, science-based, moves teacher and author, Lindsay Kemeny, made in her classroom to ensure reading success for all her students. She will share seven ways teachers can modify what they are currently doing to transform their reading instruction. Each “mighty move” focuses on a critical area of foundational reading, from the most efficient ways to teach phonemic awareness and phonics to how to boost comprehension.

This two-day workshop dives deep into the seven key, science-based, strategies that ensure reading success for all students.

DAY 1: CRACKING THE CODE

Demystify phonemic awareness: Gain a clear understanding of this foundational skill and discover research-backed strategies for effective instruction, including scaffolds for struggling learners.

Master explicit phonics: Learn how to make phonics engaging and ensure students develop a strong foundation in decoding skills.

Unlock the power of decodable texts: Explore engaging routines and strategies for using decodable texts in whole-group and small-group settings, and discover Lindsay's top picks for captivating resources.

Decoding made easy: Dive deep into practical decoding strategies and gain valuable tips for guiding students in applying them fluently.


DAY 2: BUILDING FLUENCY AND COMPREHENSION

Beyond phonics: Mastering fluency: Move beyond traditional round-robin reading and discover effective methods for promoting meaningful fluency practice across all grade levels.

High-frequency words demystified: Learn specific steps and strategies for teaching high-frequency words effectively.

Boosting vocabulary and comprehension: Explore how to leverage vocabulary instruction and background knowledge to enhance students' understanding of text.

Throughout the workshop, Lindsay will share practical tips, engaging activities, and specific protocols to help you implement these "mighty moves" in your classroom.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a passionate educator and make a lasting impact on your students' reading journey!


Presenter(s) Bio:

Lindsay Kemeny is a seasoned elementary school teacher who is currently teaching first grade. After her son was diagnosed with dyslexia and depression, she began her deep dive into effective literacy instruction for all children. She is a CERI certified Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher and holds a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. In addition to being a classroom teacher, Lindsay has served as a teacher mentor and reading interventionist. She enjoys presenting locally and nationally, and co-hosting the Literacy Talks podcast. She is the author of the new book, 7 Mighty Moves: Science-Based, Classroom-Tested Strategies to Ensure K-3 Reading Success. Her articles have appeared in The Reading League Journal, Dystinct Magazine, and IDA Perspectives. She lives in Utah with her husband and four children.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

International School of Amsterdam, 45 Sportlaan, Amstelveen, Netherlands

Tickets

EUR 700.00 to EUR 750.00

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