Shaped Blog

Differentiation: Matching Supports for Students' Literacy Needs

Reading instruction that meets the individual needs of students should be the focus in each and every one of our classrooms.

Amy Dendinger
READ 180 Classroom Teacher & Expert

March 8, 2019

Congratulations to Our 2018 Word UP Challenge Winners!

HMH is honoring the schools where students read the most pages in any setting of their choice between September 2018 and February 2019.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

March 6, 2019

National Grammar Day K-5 Classroom Activities

Make learning grammar a treat for your K-5 students by using these two National Grammar Day classroom activities.

Katrina George
Shaped Staff

March 1, 2019

Breaking the Cycle: Have Intervention Students Practice Reading Aloud

Having intervention students practice reading aloud to younger children can improve literacy for both kids.

Donna Pappas
Regional Consultant, HMH

February 15, 2019

3 Types of Writing Feedback to Fuel Students' Success

To cut down on the work required from your end, consider a writing process that includes self-review, peer-review, and teacher review using digital tools.

Bob Keller
Educational Solutions Consultant

February 13, 2019

Expressing a Love for Literacy This Valentine's Day

We asked teachers to express their love for reading in honor of the 20th anniversary of our READ 180 Universal program.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

February 12, 2019

Teaching about Triumphs and Tragedies in African American History

We have an obligation to explore parts of our history that are difficult to talk about as well as those moments that are uplifting.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

February 7, 2019

Using Blended Learning to Maximize Coaching: A Leader’s Reflection

This approach to coaching is flexible, engaging, and provides immediate feedback to educators.

Dr. Monica Robinson
K-12 Academic Support Programs Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

February 5, 2019

You Can’t Write What You Can’t Say!

It's time to rethink the traditional writing instruction we offer English learners and struggling readers.

Dr. Kate Kinsella
Author, English 3D; Co-Author, Read 180®; Teacher Educator, Researcher; CEO, Dr. Kate Kinsella & Associates

January 29, 2019

The Role of Creativity in a Standards-Based Writing Curriculum

There must be a way to prepare students for the rigors of rhetorical analysis without abandoning imaginative expression.

Carol Jago
HMH Author and Associate Director, California Reading & Literature Project at UCLA

January 24, 2019

Walk in Their Shoes: Mindset Interventions to Improve Equity

Teachers should consider how students’ psychological experiences impact their confidence and motivation.

Dustin Bindreiff, Ed.D.
Special Education Coordinator, Nevada County Superintendent of Schools; Former Consultant for Mindset Works

January 18, 2019

6 Techniques for Implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the Classroom

Read 6 techniques for implementing social-emotional learning in the classroom. SEL at school starts with you!

Amy Dendinger
READ 180 Classroom Teacher & Expert

December 20, 2018

Q&A: READ 180 Creator Reflects on 20 Years of Intervention

Ted Hasselbring spoke with Shaped about the origins of the program and how it has evolved over two decades.

Glenn Greenberg
Shaped Contributor

December 18, 2018

4 Takeaways From Our Leadership Talks Every Teacher Should Know

How can we effectively lead students to reading and writing proficiency? We had four experts weigh in.

Shaped Staff

December 18, 2018

Teaching Literacy in a Digital World: 5 Things Educators Should Know

For educators who didn't grow up in the same digital world as their students, there are a number of factors to consider.

Katrina George
Shaped Staff

December 17, 2018

Providing Effective Feedback in a Literacy Classroom

Teachers should provide feedback that ultimately motivates students to learn and excel.

Anthony Colannino
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Leading & Teaching for Growth, LLC; Author of Leading with Head and Heart

November 29, 2018

Setting Literacy Goals for Special Day Class Students

One coach explains the success she saw after developing a districtwide goal of every student knowing his or her current Lexile number.

Jillian Frederick
Professional Services Consultant, HMH

November 18, 2018

Explore the Past: Historical Nonfiction Books for K-12 Students

HMH has published a lot of compelling nonfiction books for children of all ages. Here are a few to consider.