Description

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Teaching Reading in Spanish is an essential teacher instructional guide to developmental biliteracy. It provides a comprehensive reading framework for teachers who teach reading in K-12 dual language and bilingual programs. Its approach to Spanish reading instruction is based on linguistically-authentic pedagogy, not on English-language practices.

About the Author

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Dr. Rocio del Castillo-Perez is an assistant superintendent for special services and a university professor. She has dedicated her professional career to advocating for educational equity and social justice and has received recognition for her work in special education, bilingual, and dual-language programs. Dr. Julia Stearns Cloat is an associate superintendent of curriculum and an adjunct professor. She is dedicated to providing equitable and accessible learning experiences through the development of curriculum.