Introducing Our Newest Tool: Quill Reading for Evidence

Are you new to Quill Reading for Evidence? Start here!

FAQ: Quill Reading for Evidence Frequently Asked Questions

All the answers to all the questions you have about our new tool!

7 Best Practices for Integrating Quill Reading for Evidence

Read our top recommendations for integrating this tool into your instruction and curriculum.

Quill Reading for Evidence's Alignment to the WordGen Weekly Curriculum

Pair Reading for Evidence with free and open-source WordGen Weekly lesson plans to support writing across the curriculum.

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“Like Multiplying Myself by Thirty:" A Quill Reading for Evidence Teacher Story
​Sean Martin, an English teacher in Baltimore, uses Reading for Evidence to ensure every one of students gets the feedback they need.

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Using Quill Reading for Evidence with English Language Learners and Students Who Need More Support
​Strategies and extensions to support English Language Learners and students who need more support with the tool.

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Why Don't I See a Score for Quill Reading for Evidence Activities?

Learn about Quill's rationale for not giving a score for these activities, and hear suggestions for tracking progress and building student buy-in.

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Assessing Student Performance & Progress in Quill Reading for Evidence Activities Read a detailed walk-through of the data available to you regarding student performance in Reading for Evidence activities.

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Best Practices Highlight: Introducing Students to Reading for Evidence and the Small-But-Mighty "Because," "But," & "So"

Introducing and framing Quill Reading for Evidence practice is key. Read on for ideas!

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Best Practices Highlight: Using Gradual Release with Quill Reading for Evidence Activities
​How you can use a gradual release approach with Reading for Evidence.

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Best Practices Highlight: Extending Quill Reading for Evidence Practice
​Ideas for extending the practice students are getting with "because," "but," and "so" into content and encouraging skill transfer.

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Best Practices Highlight: Walking Students Through Reading for Evidence’s Onboarding Pages
​When students are new to Reading for Evidence, it can be helpful to walk through the tool's onboarding pages together.

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The Student Experience in Quill Reading for Evidence: Product Walk-Through & Demo
​Watch or read as a Quill Professional Learning Manager walks you through how students engage with the tool.

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The Evidence-Base for the Quill Reading for Evidence Tool
​Learn about the research that has informed the development of our first writing and reading tool!

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📹 Video for Students: What is Quill Reading for Evidence & How Can It Help You? Check out this 6-minute video you can use to introduce students to the "what" and "why" of Reading for Evidence!

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📋 Handout for Students I Introducing the Joining Words "Because," "But," & "So"
​Use this printable PDF to introduce students to the joining words used in Reading for Evidence activities!

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