This ready-to-implement set of 28 fluency development units organized into five knowledge strands is a must-have for elementary literacy educators! The Fluency Development Lesson: Closing the Reading Gap dives deep into the components of teaching fluency and explores how to integrate them into the evidence-based Fluency Development Lesson. Kulich, Rasinski, and Harrison's 140 lessons will help teachers move students toward more fluent and proficient reading while also promoting joyful learning. Reproducible post-reading activities such as word ladders, graphic organizers, cloze activities, and writing prompts will engage students in meaningful practice. Experience the synergy of scientific and artful instruction with this one-of-a-kind resource! Recommended age 4+ years