Getting to the Core of Literacy for History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects, Grades 6–12

Literacy€•it€s not just for English teachers anymore!

The new Common Core English Language Arts Standards aren€t just for English teachers. Fluent reading and writing are critically important to the study of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects, too. In this practical resource, you€ll use teacher-tested, CCSS-based lessons as models€•and follow the principles of the Backward Design approach to curriculum development to set and meet your goals. Each lesson template includes

• The teaching strategies you€ll utilize
• Ways to incorporate technology and media
• Variations for differentiation and interdisciplinary connections
• Links to the work of major educational theorists