After my practicum was completed I still struggled with how to teach literacy to children.  What was the best approach?  Was it top-down or bottom-up?  Do I start with phonics?  Do I have literacy centres that require all morning?  I would love to start to explore these avenues of questions that all point to the most effective way to promote literacy in children.

There are multiple ways I will begin to address this question.  The first approach is through literature.  I can start reading “The Daily 5” by Gail Boushey.   By starting with this particular piece of literature I will be able to gain a foundation of my question and then begin to explore other pieces.

The second approach to addressing my question is through workshops.  I would love to participate in an Orton-Gillingham workshop.  Additionally, I would like to keep my eyes out for additional workshops that will help me to fully understand the most effective way to promote literacy in young children.