Worth every penny! Franki gave me so many new ideas for working with this age group. The strategies she shared have caused me to do some deep thinking about my practice and how I can improve.

Amy Rocha,

from Portland, Oregon

It was all very helpful. An approach to literacy delivery that fosters meaningful conversations and thinking that embraces deeper level learning and gives ownership to the students. I particularly like the binder. Looking at the print resources connects me back to Franki's presentation. Thank you for a wonderful workshop.

Willie Langdon, from Upper Kingsclear, New Brunswick

This workshop is tailored to meet the needs of both teachers and instructional coaches. It is organized well and balanced with lecture, video, questions and time to talk. A very relaxed but highly effective use of time. I only have positive things to say about this conference. I'm so happy I was able to be a part of it.

Lisa Meyers, from Portland, Oregon

This workshop validates how teaching is truly a profession that requires thoughtful decisions made by people who take the time to grow themselves and bring that knowledge to their decision about next steps for each student. The tone and quality of the workshop is truly something every teacher should experience.

Diana Doiron, State Department Literacy Specialist from Augusta, Maine

I would definitely tell my colleagues about this workshop. I would tell them that Franki gives a presentation that is . . . well . . . frank! No fluff -- all good information you can use in your classroom.

Beth Karlin, from Portland, Oregon

A very engaging workshop that helped us understand teaching more deeply so students gain ownership of their learning. The presenter and location were amazing.

Shyanne McWilliams, from Oromocto, New Brunswick

This workshop is practical, full of ideas, extremely pertinent to our lives as educators. Franki is a teacher's teacher. She's still a very active teacher and doesn't forget that in her life as a writer and presenter. You will walk away with many, many ways to reflect on your teaching and impact kids' learning. The gifts were terrific touches! The learning environment that Choice Literacy creates -- the locations of the conference, the agenda of the days, the gifts, the presenters' personalities -- all comes together to engage the audience, even though the content of the workshops is gift enough!

Janice Driscoll, Principal from Clifton Springs, New York

It forced me to stop and think about how important every interaction we have with children and how we impact their learning and their lives. Wow! We have such a powerful job. We help open the door to reading. Once students learn to comprehend, their world changes. This was one of the best workshops I've been to. Thank you.

Debra Craft, Intermediate Teacher from Fredericton, New Brunswick

This workshop can help you think through how to help kids think more deeply about text and themselves as readers and writers.

Nicole Outsen, from Deerfield, Maine