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Reading comprehension and literacy instruction crossword with strategies and pedagogical terms.
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Reading in the Content Area Crossword Puzzle

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A 23-clue crossword covering reading instruction terminology and strategies. Clues address comprehension levels (literal, interpretive), classroom techniques (think-alouds, graphic organizers), and literacy tools (response journals, web quests). Designed for educators studying or reviewing reading pedagogy and content-area literacy instruction.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Reading
Grade Level:
College
Updated December 2015

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