Corwin Literacy

41 total works

Text Complexity

by Douglas Fisher, Dr Nancy Frey, and Diane K Lapp

Published 30 May 2012

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.

This Is Balanced Literacy, Grades K-6

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and Nancy Akhavan

Published 26 August 2019

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.

Visible Learning for Literacy, Grades K-12

by Douglas Fisher, Dr Nancy Frey, and John Hattie

Published 22 March 2016

"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...

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"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.

Developing Assessment-Capable Visible Learners, Grades K-12

by Nancy Frey, John Hattie, and Douglas Fisher

Published 11 January 2018

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.

Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, Grades K-5

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie

Published 20 January 2017

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...Read more

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.

Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom, Grades 6-12

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, John Hattie, and Marisol Thayre

Published 12 April 2017

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...Read more

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.

Rigorous Reading, Florida Edition

by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey

Published 27 May 2020

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.

The Teacher Credibility and Collective Efficacy Playbook, Grades K-12

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and Dominique B. Smith

Published 18 March 2020

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. 

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

by Nancy Frey, John Hattie, Douglas Fisher, and John T. Almarode

Published 20 January 2020

Mining Complex Text, Grades 2-5

by Diane K Lapp, Thomas DeVere Wolsey, and Karen D. Wood

Published 7 October 2014

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.

Mining Complex Text, Grades 6-12

by Diane K Lapp, Thomas DeVere Wolsey, Karen D. Wood, and Kelly Johnson

Published 10 October 2014

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.

Smuggling Writing

by Karen D. Wood, David Bruce Taylor, and Katie Stover Kelly

Published 30 October 2015

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,...Read more

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.

Rigorous Reading, Texas Edition

by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey

Published 9 February 2018

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

On-Your-Feet Guide: This Is Guided Writing

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Diane K Lapp, and Kelly Johnson

Published 22 June 2020

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,...

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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

Engagement by Design

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Russell J. Quaglia, Dominique B. Smith, and Lisa L. Lande

Published 19 August 2017

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...Read more

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.

The Teacher Clarity Playbook, Grades K-12

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Olivia Amador, and Joseph Assof

Published 10 September 2018

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.

On-Your-Feet Guide: This Is Independent Reading

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Diane K Lapp, and Kelly Johnson

Published 22 June 2020

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,...

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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.

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

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Diane K Lapp, and Kelly Johnson

Published 3 February 2020

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...

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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

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

by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Diane K Lapp, and Kelly Johnson

Published 3 February 2020

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...

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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

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

by Dominique B. Smith, Douglas Fisher, and Nancy Frey

Published 3 February 2020

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...

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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