Many teachers are frustrated with how spelling is traditionally taught and finding the time to support young spellers with explicit strategy instruction.
Mark Weakland is a Pennsylvania-based literacy coach and consultant with 23 years in public education as a 4th and 5th grade learning support teacher, reading consultant, and Title I reading specialist, K-6. He is the author of resource books for teachers and more than 65 books for children, as well as the creator of various award-winning music projects. Follow him on Twitter @MarkWeakland and visit his website at www.MarkWeaklandLiteracy.com.
