Resource Type: Professional Resource
Discipline: English Language Arts
Ohio Standards Alignment: Grades PreK–5
Professional Commentary: English language learners (ELLs) have the dual challenge of learning new English vocabulary plus trying to catch up with classmates who are native English speakers. ELLs may quickly learn social English with peers; yet reading, writing, speaking, and understanding academic English is more complex. This professional article is full of strategies, activities and ideas for educators working with ELLs. The article also includes six ELL steps to follow for learning complex words and concepts. (author/jlkrause)...