About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of reading fluency in upper elementary education and provides practical strategies for instruction.

Think fluency instruction is only for primary grades? Think again. In this episode, we're unpacking why reading fluency remains one of the most important—and often overlooked—components of literacy instruction in upper elementary. You'll learn how fluency impacts comprehension, the common signs students are struggling, and simple ways to build meaningful fluency practice into your literacy block. Plus, we’ll share an easy-to-implement 5 day fluency routine that can help students become more confident, expressive, and successful readers. Fluency isn't just about reading faster, it’s the bridge between decoding and comprehension. Resources & Links: The Stellar Literacy Collective stellarteacher.com/join Tier 1 Instruction That Works Workshop stellarteacher.com/workshop

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