Almost 30% of students struggle with basic reading and writing skills by the time they enter the sixth-grade. These literacy problems affect performance across subject areas and often leave teachers wondering how they can help. In thic course you will examine the common problems students face in mastering reading and writing, then learn to apply a total literacy framework to help mitigate those problems. The framework is based on guided reading lessons that flow naturally into writing challenges, allowing you to successfully transition your students from guided reading to writing lessons.