Series:

Corwin Literacy

41 total works

Cover of Text Complexity

Guides teachers on how to craft instruction pitched to students' comprehension capacities, curriculum themes, and teachers' own assessments on what students need next. Updates to this new edition include and a rubric for analysing text complexity and new ideas on close, small group reading, and independent reading.


Cover of This Is Balanced Literacy, Grades K-6
All the tools and tips you need to strike the right balance of high impact learning and realize the goal of balanced literacy instruction in your classroom.

Cover of Visible Learning for Literacy, Grades K-12

"Every student deserves a great teacher, not by chance, but by design" - Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, & John Hattie


What if someone slipped you a piece of paper listing the literacy practices that ensure students demonstrate more than a year's worth of learning for a year spent in school? Would you keep the paper or throw it away?

We think you'd keep it. And that's precisely why acclaimed educators Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie wrote Visible Learning for Literacy. They know teachers will want to apply Hattie's head-turning synthesis of more than 15 years of research involving millions of students, which he used to identify the instructional routines that have the biggest impact on student learning.

These practices are "visible" for teachers and students to see, because their purpose has been made clear, they are implemented at the right moment in a student's learning, and their effect is tangible. Yes, the "aha" moments made visible by design.

With their trademark clarity and command of the research, and dozens of classroom scenarios to make it all replicable, these authors apply Hattie's research, and show you:

How to use the right approach at the right time, so that you can more intentionally design classroom experiences that hit the surface, deep, and transfer phases of learning, and more expertly see when a student is ready to dive from surface to deep.Which routines are most effective at specific phases of learning, including word sorts, concept mapping, close reading, annotating, discussion, formative assessment, feedback, collaborative learning, reciprocal teaching, and many more. Why the 8 mind frames for teachers apply so well to curriculum planning and can inspire you to be a change agent in students' lives-and part of a faculty that embraces the idea that visible teaching is a continual evaluation of one's impact on student's learning.

Cover of Developing Assessment-Capable Visible Learners, Grades K-12
Imagine students who understand their educational goals and monitor their progress. This illuminating book focuses on self-assessment as a springboard for markedly higher levels of student achievement.

Cover of Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, Grades K-5
Visible Learning schools, districts and teachers will benefit greatly from this highly practical resource with ready-to-go lessons that will aid them as they transition from learning about VL, to implementing and practicing these principals in their ELA classroom teaching. In each chapter, the authors also profile three teachers of various grade levels and locations who have worked to make learning visible for their students and have impacted learning in significant ways.


Cover of Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, Grades 6-12
In this sequel to their bestseller Visible Learning for Literacy, Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie help teachers to inspire students by sharing structures and tools that have high-impact on learning, and insights on which stage of learning they have that high impact. With Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, students will go from surface to deep to transfer learning. It's all about using the most effective practices - and knowing WHEN those practices are best leveraged to maximize student learning.

Cover of Rigorous Reading, Florida Edition

Newly revised and updated throughout, this new Rigorous Reading: Florida Edition has been specially developed to align with Florida's new B.E.ST. Standards.

Cover of The Teacher Credibility and Collective Efficacy Playbook, Grades K-12
Jumpstart learning and achievement in your classroom by increasing your credibility with students and the collective efficacy of the team of educators at your school. 

Cover of BUNDLE: Frey: Developing Assessment-Capable Visible Learners + Almarode: OYFG to Visible Learning: Assessment-Capable Teachers + Almarode: OYFG to Visible Learning: Assessment-Capable Learners

Cover of Mining Complex Text, Grades 2-5

Mining Complex Text delivers fresh ways to use the best digital and print graphic organizers in whole-class, small-group, and independent learning across the content areas.

Cover of Mining Complex Text, Grades 6-12
This book addresses the critical aspects embedded in the Common Core State Standards Initative (CCSS, 2010) that students in PK-12 schools must employ literacy practices to make continual progress in all subject areas.

Cover of Smuggling Writing
Smuggling Writing shows how to integrate writing seamlessly into your lesson plans with 32 written response activities that help students process information and ideas in short, powerful sessions. The authors invigorate time-tested tools like GIST, Herringbone, and Anticipation Guides, and organize them into sections on Vocabulary and Concept Development, Comprehension, Discussion, and Research & Inquiry so you can select and use them to maximum effect.

Cover of Rigorous Reading, Texas Edition
Newly revised and updated throughout, this new Texas Edition has been specially developed to align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards.

Cover of On-Your-Feet Guide: This Is Guided Writing

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out.

In this easy-to-use but comprehensive guide to Guided Writing, teachers will learn what it is, how to prepare before, during and after a Guided Writing session, and how to assess it.

In this On-Your-Feet Guide, teachers will find:

  • Lesson outline included with "What the teacher says/does" and "What the student does" displayed side-by-side.
  • An If-Then chart that helps teachers troubleshoot common problems.
  • Both the why and the how of assessing students included.

On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher.

Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched.

Use the On-Your-Feet Guides

  • When you know the "what" but need help with the "how"
  • As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book
  • To learn how to implement foundational practices
  • When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself

Cover of Engagement by Design
Every teacher wants engaged students. No student wants to be bored. So why isn't every classroom teeming with discussion and activity centred on the day's learning expectations?



Engagement by Design gives you a framework for making daily improvements in engaging your students, highlighting opportunities that offer the greatest benefit in the least amount of time. You'll learn how focusing on relationships, clarity, and challenge can make all the difference in forging a real connection with students.



Engagement by Design puts you in control of managing your classroom's success and increasing student learning, one motivated student at a time.

Cover of The Teacher Clarity Playbook, Grades K-12
Looking for a powerful resource for every teacher? The Teacher Clarity Playbook is the one. Easy to follow templates and tools guide educators to use learning intentions and success criteria and align standards seamlessly.  Students achieve because learning is purposeful and expectations clear.


Cover of On-Your-Feet Guide: This Is Independent Reading

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out.

In this easy-to-use but comprehensive guide to Independent Reading, teachers will learn what it is, how to prepare before, during and after an Independent Reading session, and how to assess it.

In this On-Your-Feet Guide, teachers will find:

  • Lesson outline included with what to do before, during, and after an Independent Reading session.
  • An If-Then chart that helps teachers troubleshoot common problems.
  • Both the why and the how of assessing students included.

On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher.

Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched.

Use the On-Your-Feet Guides

  • When you know the "what" but need help with the "how"
  • As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book
  • To learn how to implement foundational practices
  • When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself.

Cover of BUNDLE: Fisher: On-Your-Feet Guide: This is Guided Reading, Grades 3-5: 10 Pack

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out.

In this easy-to-use but comprehensive guide to Guided Reading, Grades 3-5, teachers will learn what guided reading is in the upper elementary grades is, how to prepare before, during and after guided reading, and how to assess it.

In this On-Your-Feet Guide, teachers will find:

  • Lesson outline included with "What the teacher says/does and What the student does displayed side-by-side.
  • An If-Then chart helps teachers troubleshoot common problems.
  • Student language frames for narrative and nonfiction text are included.
  • Both the why and the how of assessing students included.

On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher.

Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched.

Use the On-Your-Feet Guides

  • When you know the "what" but need help with the "how"
  • As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book
  • To learn how to implement foundational practices
  • When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself

Cover of BUNDLE: Fisher: On-Your-Feet Guide: This is Interactive Writing: 10 Pack

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out.

In this easy-to-use but comprehensive guide to Interactive Writing, teachers will learn what interactive writing is, how to prepare before, during and after interactive writing, and how to assess it.

In this On-Your-Feet Guide, teachers will find:

  • A list of teaching points or purposes that you might address during your interactive writing lessons
  • If-Then chart that helps you troubleshoot common problems in implementation
  • Lessons for both K-2 and 3-5, complete with teaching language and what the student does in each part of the lesson

On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher.

Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched.

Use the On-Your-Feet Guides

  • When you know the "what" but need help with the "how"
  • As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book
  • To learn how to implement foundational practices
  • When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself

Cover of BUNDLE: Smith: The On-Your-Feet Guide to Building Authentic Student-Teacher Relationships: 10 Pack

All On-Your-Feet Guide orders receive FREE SHIPPING! Use code SHIPOYFG at check out.

This On-Your-Feet Guide provides tested strategies for building authentic relationships with your students. These authentic relationships between students and adults ensure that students know that they are valued, respected, and trusted. Authentic relationships help students grow as individuals and they help educators grow as professionals. And, there is evidence that student-teacher relationships work to improve learning with an effect size of .52, above Hattie's average effect of .40.

An authentic relationship requires, time, effort, trust, and love. When this bond is built, it is hard for anything to eliminate that. Our goal in this guide is to help you:

  • understand the importance of relationships
  • identify ways to create productive relationships with students
  • identify ways maintain productive relationships with students

On-Your-Feet Guides (OYFGs) provide you with the ultimate "cheat sheet" to implement effective change in your classroom while in the moment of teaching. Designed for accessibility, and providing step-by-step guidance, the OYFGs are written by experts who take research-based practices and make them doable for the busy teacher.

Each On-Your-Feet Guide is laminated, 8.5"x11" tri-fold (6 pages), and 3-hole punched.

Use the On-Your-Feet Guides
* When you know the "what" but need help with the "how"
* As a quick reference to support a practice you learned in a PD workshop or book
* To learn how to implement foundational practices
* When you want to help your students learn a specific strategy, routine, or approach, but aren't sure how to do it yourself