Ever feel like whole-class novels are becoming more of a chore than a choice for your students? Kate Roberts gets it.
She's faced those same challenges, and she’s found ways to breathe new life into teaching novels in a way that engages all learners without sacrificing independence.
Imagine leaving this session with a fresh approach that makes teaching novels feel fun and impactful again.
Kate’s session offers a chance to:
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Engage all your students without feeling tied down to rigid lesson plans.
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Balance structure with freedom so students stay excited and curious about reading.
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Learn strategies that promote rich, student-centered discussions while staying on track.
Kate has taught in the heart of Brooklyn and coached literacy across diverse classrooms—she knows what works. Her book A Novel Approach is full of practical ideas, and she’s bringing her very best strategies directly to you.
Now’s your chance to learn how to tackle those common classroom struggles, armed with proven techniques that transform the whole-class novel experience.
*This workshop is currently pending a remitted contract and paperwork with the facilitators. Any changes, including workshop cancellation, will be communicated to registered participants after the contract is signed.
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https://odie.esu10.org/workshops/SectionDetails.aspx?SectionID=7529
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| Facilitator(s) | | Sarah Essay, Claudine Kennicutt |
| Location | | ESU 10 Kearney NE - Conference Room B - North Wing |
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June 09, 2025
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09:00:00.0
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15:00:00.0
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| Audience | | 4-12 English and Reading Teachers |
| Distance Learning | | No, this section can NOT be taken via distance learning. |
| Lunch | | Yes, lunch is provided. |
| Students | | No, student support is NOT enabled for this section. |
| Extra Credit | | No, this section can NOT be taken for college credit. |
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Title IIA Schools will receive $200 contracted services pay for off contract work for each eligible teacher.
Note: Subject to change based on available funds.
Registration deadline is one week prior to workshop. Cancellations not received 2 business days in advance will be billed the workshop fee.
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