Leading Effective Small Group Reading Instruction: Coaching Teachers & Students with Research-Driven Strategies and the Science of Learning

Grades: K-5 

Date: October 24, 2025

Times: 8:30am - 3:00pm

Venue: Bixby, OK

Instructor(s): Natalie Louis

Price: $250/seat

Who Should Attend: Coaches, Literacy Leaders, and Teacher Leaders

Program Description

This one day workshop is designed for coaches and teacher leaders committed to improving reading instruction across grades K–5. The workshop provides practical tools to support teachers in delivering effective, research-based literacy instruction in small groups.

Participants will have the chance to observe live small group lessons, and practice coaching readers in labsite classroom experiences. The workshop also fosters a collaborative community of practice where coaches and teachers analyze student work, plan next instructional steps, and develop strategies to help all students build strong, confident literacy skills.

Learning Objectives

• Support teachers in implementing research-based reading instruction in small groups.

• Observe and analyze small group reading lessons to identify effective practices in small group lessons.

• Observe targeted reading instruction and constructive feedback to refine coaching skills.

• Participate in shared analysis of student work and data to inform instructional next steps.

• Build and sustain a community of practice that fosters continuous learning and improvement in literacy teaching.