Maggie Beattie Roberts, my section leader for "Tap the Power of Technology and Media to Teach Higher Level Comprehension," suggested using pop culture references as one way to engage students in minilessons.  (Pop culture references can come from TV, movies, music, video games, fashion, celebrity culture, etc.)  Our "homework," as part of the Reading Institute,… Continue reading Pop Culture References Make Minilesson Connections Come Alive