Teaching Interpretation: Using Text-Based Evidence to Construct Meaning
Teaching Interpretation: Using Text-Based Evidence to Construct Meaning
Overview
Interpretation is one of those words that strikes fear into every educator s heart. We can tell when students are struggling, but moving them beyond mediocre ideas feels akin to teaching them to breathe underwater. In a thoughtful and resource-packed debut, Sonja Cherry-Paul and Dana Johansen help to demystify the teaching of interpretation skills. Not as a one-right-answer formula, but as a progression of experimentation and rethinking that feels right at home in student-centered classrooms. Teaching Interpretation has given me tools for teaching complex thinking in approachable ways.--Christopher Lehmann, author of Falling in Love with Close ReadingAs a Literacy Coordinator, Teaching Interpretation is the professional resource I will keep close at hand in my work with teachers and students as we navigate through the demands of the Common Core. Sonja and Dana know how the work of interpretation can be a daunting and overwhelming process. But luckily for us, they have set forth an Interpretation Framework that provide for students multiple entry points in developing their understanding of what it means to construct powerful and plausible interpretations of a text. In this book, Sonja and Dana also provide specific ways for teachers to introduce or review the various concepts that are essential in teaching interpretation to help our students become better critical thinkers. The design of the book allows for teachers to easily incorporate any of the ideas, lessons, assessments, graphic organizers, and list of text resources into an already existing curriculum. This book is a must-have resource for any teacher.--Michelle Kaczmarek, K-8 Literacy Coordinator, Dobbs Ferry, New YorkSonja and Dana break down the invisible, mysterious, and difficult process of interpreting a text in a realistic, practical way that every teacher and every student can instantly implement. Their approach allowed my students not only to identify important features in the book, such as theme, mood, and symbolism, but also to push their thinking further, making connections supported by the text. With Teaching Interpretation, Sonja and Dana have given teachers a framework for breaking down the process of interpretation so that students have the tools not only to find what is important in the book but also to understand why it s important on their own. This book has everything that I want in a professional development text: student writing samples, suggestions of mentor texts, lesson plans, and the honest, clear voices of two reflective teachers who are doing this work each day in their classrooms. I ve become both a better teacher and reader with this book!--Maureen Mooney, English Teacher, Greenwich AcademyIn my experience as an English as a Second Language (ESL) educator and as a Literacy Specialist for more than twenty years, it is often challenging to increase my students English language proficiency, while simultaneously teaching higher-order thinking skills. Teaching Interpretation has been critical in supporting me as an ESL educator. Cherry-Paul and Johansen expertly deconstruct teaching interpretation by stripping the concepts to its core. They provide clear explanations, instructional support and include graphic organizers to scaffold, track and organize students thinking. In addition, for my students, the use of digital texts is pivotal as it removes language as an obstacle that might impede their academic success. --Jenice Mateo-Toledo, K-12 ESL Coordinator, Hastings-on-Hudson, New YorkNot since Strategies That Work has a book designed for educators been so profoundly helpful to me as a fifth grade teacher. The authors present a truthful portrayal of the student-centered classroom and the intricate workings of the mind of a child through real examples. But finally, here is a book that also directly addresses Strategies for Advanced Readers, which is so often neglected in professional development. This is not a HOW to teach or WHAT to teach book. Teaching Interpretation is a practical, no-nonsense guide for educators at every level. --Carolyn Denton, Fifth Grade teacherDescription
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Overview
Interpretation is one of those words that strikes fear into every educator s heart. We can tell when students are struggling, but moving them beyond mediocre ideas feels akin to teaching them to breathe underwater. In a thoughtful and resource-packed debut, Sonja Cherry-Paul and Dana Johansen help to demystify the teaching of interpretation skills. Not as a one-right-answer formula, but as a progression of experimentation and rethinking that feels right at home in student-centered classrooms. Teaching Interpretation has given me tools for teaching complex thinking in approachable ways.--Christopher Lehmann, author of Falling in Love with Close ReadingAs a Literacy Coordinator, Teaching Interpretation is the professional resource I will keep close at hand in my work with teachers and students as we navigate through the demands of the Common Core. Sonja and Dana know how the work of interpretation can be a daunting and overwhelming process. But luckily for us, they have set forth an Interpretation Framework that provide for students multiple entry points in developing their understanding of what it means to construct powerful and plausible interpretations of a text. In this book, Sonja and Dana also provide specific ways for teachers to introduce or review the various concepts that are essential in teaching interpretation to help our students become better critical thinkers. The design of the book allows for teachers to easily incorporate any of the ideas, lessons, assessments, graphic organizers, and list of text resources into an already existing curriculum. This book is a must-have resource for any teacher.--Michelle Kaczmarek, K-8 Literacy Coordinator, Dobbs Ferry, New YorkSonja and Dana break down the invisible, mysterious, and difficult process of interpreting a text in a realistic, practical way that every teacher and every student can instantly implement. Their approach allowed my students not only to identify important features in the book, such as theme, mood, and symbolism, but also to push their thinking further, making connections supported by the text. With Teaching Interpretation, Sonja and Dana have given teachers a framework for breaking down the process of interpretation so that students have the tools not only to find what is important in the book but also to understand why it s important on their own. This book has everything that I want in a professional development text: student writing samples, suggestions of mentor texts, lesson plans, and the honest, clear voices of two reflective teachers who are doing this work each day in their classrooms. I ve become both a better teacher and reader with this book!--Maureen Mooney, English Teacher, Greenwich AcademyIn my experience as an English as a Second Language (ESL) educator and as a Literacy Specialist for more than twenty years, it is often challenging to increase my students English language proficiency, while simultaneously teaching higher-order thinking skills. Teaching Interpretation has been critical in supporting me as an ESL educator. Cherry-Paul and Johansen expertly deconstruct teaching interpretation by stripping the concepts to its core. They provide clear explanations, instructional support and include graphic organizers to scaffold, track and organize students thinking. In addition, for my students, the use of digital texts is pivotal as it removes language as an obstacle that might impede their academic success. --Jenice Mateo-Toledo, K-12 ESL Coordinator, Hastings-on-Hudson, New YorkNot since Strategies That Work has a book designed for educators been so profoundly helpful to me as a fifth grade teacher. The authors present a truthful portrayal of the student-centered classroom and the intricate workings of the mind of a child through real examples. But finally, here is a book that also directly addresses Strategies for Advanced Readers, which is so often neglected in professional development. This is not a HOW to teach or WHAT to teach book. Teaching Interpretation is a practical, no-nonsense guide for educators at every level. --Carolyn Denton, Fifth Grade teacherDescription
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping Fees
- Stevens Books offers FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the United States for ALL non-book orders, and $3.99 for each book.
- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
- No additional fees and charges.
Delivery Times
The usual time for processing an order is 24 hours (1 business day), but may vary depending on the availability of products ordered. This period excludes delivery times, which depend on your geographic location.
Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
Returns & Refunds
You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
Shipping Cost
We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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