We are thrilled to announce the release of an independent white paper, "Effective Strategies for Teaching and Learning Independence in Literacy: The Daily 5 Literacy Structure." Jill Buchan, PhD, compiled recent and historical research confirming the validity of Daily 5. The paper addresses the foundational elements that make Daily 5 so effective: choice, brain research, the gradual-release process, and extended authentic practice. Share this research with parents, principals, administrators, and colleagues. Use it to support and validate your teaching practice.
Effective Strategies for Teaching and Learning Independence in Literacy
News from The Daily CAFE
Timely Ideas. . .
Confidently Start Daily 5 and CAFE: One-Minute How-To Video
Get three important tips that will inspire you to give Daily 5 and CAFE a go.
Classroom Tip and Resources. . .
Launching CAFE: Start Comprehension*
Wondering where to start CAFE with your students? Here are the first six comprehension strategies and links to get you started.
Activities and Lessons . . .
Partner with Students to Determine CAFE Next Steps*
Use this Personal CAFE Menu to start and continue reading-strategy acquisition throughout the year. Developed by a Tip of the Week reader!
Focus on Health . . .
Be the helping hand you need.
*Available to members
Professional Development Opportunities
Join The 2 Sisters at a LIVE workshop to learn about current research and practices supporting Daily 5, Math Daily 3, and CAFE. Select a location below and sign up while space is still available.
| Location | Day 1 Daily 5 + Math Daily 3 |
Day 2 CAFE |
| New Brunswick, NJ |
July 30 |
July 31 |
| Tacoma, WA |
Aug. 6 |
Aug. 7 |
| Chicago, IL |
Aug. 20 |
Aug. 21 |
| Anaheim, CA |
Sep. 17 |
Sept. 18 |
| Orlando, FL |
Oct. 8 |
Oct. 9 |
Online Seminars
Prefer short bursts of information combined with independent learning? Each session offers separate seminars on Daily 5, CAFE, and Math Daily 3.
- July 31–August 27
- August 28–September 24
- October 2–October 29
Graduate Course (3 credits)
Register for these courses and earn graduate credits while you learn.
- EDU 555: Launching Daily 5 and CAFE
- EDU 533: Launching Math Daily 3