# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Identify decoding strengths and weaknesses with free diagnostic surveys from RGR for targeted literacy instruction.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
The PAST can be downloaded above. Please also download and carefully read the instructions before using. Information can also be found in the manual “Equipped for Reading Success” by David A. Kilpatrick, Ph.D in chapter 11 on how to effectively use the test. Make sure to also practice using the test before using it with […]

# data[].attributes.headline
Decodable Text Sources for Secondary Students

# data[].attributes.subject
Decodable Text Sources for Secondary Students

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
The Reading League has compiled a list of options, not recommendations, of frequently requested decodable texts.

# data[].attributes.headline
Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students in Texas

# data[].attributes.subject
Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students in Texas

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students in Texas

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Across the country, teachers and other educators share the exciting but sometimes difficult challenge of teaching English, literacy skills, and academic content to a growing number of English language learners (ELLs).

This is a rich section filled with strategies, ideas, recommendations, resources, videos, and news from the ELL field. Resources are organized by the topics below and additional Resources by Grade are also available in our ELL Basics section.

What You'll Find in This Section

The first year of working with ELLs can be full of challenges. Fortunately, there are a number of resources to help! Colorín Colorado has compiled this list to help new ELL teachers navigate their experiences in the classroom. These resources may also be helpful for veteran teachers who are new to teaching ELLs.

How can we help English language learners successfully meet the Common Core State Standards? This resource section offers ideas and materials including classroom videos, teacher interviews, and bilingual parent tips.

Learn more about how schools and families can collaborate to ensure that ELLs, including those with special needs, have the appropriate support and services to meet their unique needs.

Resource Library

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Across the country, teachers and other educators share the exciting but sometimes difficult challenge of teaching English, literacy skills, and academic content to a growing number of English language learners (ELLs). This is a rich section filled with strategies, ideas, recommendations, resources, videos, and news from the ELL field.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
These Bilingual Glossaries and Cognates were created for educators, students, parents, and families in supporting instruction for our English language learners.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Learn Spanish Fast with Spanish Cognates

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
SpanishCognates.org offers a comprehensive A-Z list of Spanish cognates. Cognates are great tool for learning English vocabulary, and learning Spanish Vocabulary Fast.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Making STAAR Targeted Instruction Work - Secondary Literacy Conference (3)

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Participant Copy of Helping Struggling Readers in the Secondary Classroom

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Write. Read. Discuss. Repeat! TEKSCon 2025

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Care in Chapter 21 of Harry Potter and the Order of ... Read More

Living Courageously with Vanessa Zoltan

Join Vanessa Zoltan for four weeks of reflection on how to approach your daily life with more bravery in 2024. Each week, we will consider courage through a particular theme: vulnerability, creativity, activism, and self-love. We will begin each class by reading a short text on that week's topic and then do some self-reflection through a writing prompt. We will then go into small groups to discuss our thoughts. Click here to learn more!

Travel with the Original HPST Crew!

We've announced the first pilgrimage of Common Ground's 2024 season: Vanessa, Casper, and Ariana-- the crew that created Harry Potter and the Sacred Text-- will be leading a pilgrimage together for the first time ever! Reading Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban through the theme of "escape," pilgrims on this trip will explore the beautiful countryside of Devonshire and Cornwall from May 14th-19th, 2024-- learn more and book your spot here!

Not Sorry C.A.M.P.

The 48 hours we spent together in Monticello, New York earlier this month were... simply unreal. We ate meals together, had an incredible live show, sang together, witnessed Vanessa and Casper act out the whole first half of the Sound of Music, and so much more. To learn more and sign up for word of future events like it, click here!

Book 1 Chapter 1
In the premiere episode of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text, Casper and Vanessa talk about why they are starting this project and analyze ... Read More

Book 1
We made it all the way back to Book 1 and there are some changes happening around Harry Potter and the Sacred Text! Namely, we have a brand ... Read More

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Reading fiction doesn't help us escape the world. It helps us live in it.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Rock Your Words: How to Turn Up the Volume and Amplify Your Writing