Now We Get It!: Boosting Comprehension with Collaborative Strategic Reading 1st edition by Klingner, Janette K., Vaughn, Sharon, Boardman, Alison, Swan (2012) Paperback

A proven method for teaching reading skills in mixed-ability classroomsCollaborative Strategic Reading is an innovative new approach to teaching reading that weaves together two instructional programs: cooperative learning and reading comprehension strategy instruction. In small groups, students work through the four main steps-Preview, "Click and Clunk," Get the Gist, and Wrap Up-helping each other improve comprehension and increase reading fluency. This book offers a hands-on guide to implementing CSR in grades 4 through 12. It includes sample dialogues for teachers to use during instruction, ready-to-use activities, a wealth of classroom-ready materials, and tips for training on CSR.Bonus web content includes a PowerPoint presentation on CSR and short video clips. A proven program for improving reading skills in mixed-ability classroomsJanette Klingner and bestselling author Sharon Vaughn are the originators of CSRCSR recently won a highly coveted i3 (Investing in Innovation) grant from the U.S. Department of Education"How to Teach Collaborative Strategic Reading" helps educators, reading specialists, and staff developers create better readers through CSR.