In this session, participants will explore the structure and purpose of the Bookworms ELA Block. We’ll break down the instructional routines, examine the research behind the design, and discuss how the block supports all learners through its intentional practices. We'll explore how interactive read-alouds and rich text-based conversations cultivate both a love of reading and deeper comprehension. The session will also dive into Bookworms’ unique approach to genre-based writing and grammar, which moves beyond traditional methods by emphasizing modeling, purpose-driven writing, and authentic language development through sentence composing. Be prepared to engage, collaborate, and walk away with a clearer understanding of the purpose and practices that make the Bookworms ELA Block impactful.
