Using Scholastic News with English Learners
Using Scholastic News with English Learners
Scholastic News can serve as a powerful scaffold for English learners. Use our rich array of online differentiation tools to help students at various stages of language development engage with content standards and experience academic success.
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Engaging Visual Support
Engaging Visual Support
Grab readers’ attention and help improve comprehension with knowledge-building graphics, including photos, maps, graphs, and charts.
Closed-Captioned Videos
Closed-Captioned Videos
Play our closed-captioned videos before reading to help students build background knowledge, increase reader engagement, and develop language proficiency.
Vocabulary Slideshows
Vocabulary Slideshows
Preview topic-related vocabulary from the issue with student-friendly definitions and example sentences. Each word and definition includes visual and audio support.
Read-Aloud Audio
Read-Aloud Audio
Develop fluency and receptive language skills with this audio feature. Students can follow along as each word is highlighted as the text is read aloud. This feature is also an effective way to facilitate independent reading.
Printable Spanish Editions
Printable Spanish Editions
Use the Spanish editions to strengthen reading comprehension skills and boost confidence. Students can read the Spanish version before reading the English version in class. Share articles with your Spanish-speaking families to inspire active engagement of students and families.
