In this book, you’ll find answers to these broad questions. You’ll also discover a blueprint for implementation and instruction at the K–5 level that works. Lore Carrera–Carrillo and Annette Rickert Smith describe a step-by-step, start-to-finish model for teaching across the content areas in two languages. They guide you through all of the seven key steps, including:

• creating a program overview
• organizing classroom space
• planning instruction
• using exemplary teaching methods
• teaching through hands-on activities
• supporting instruction and accountability through assessment
• building community support

In addition, they show you how exemplary programs work, and their instructional plan includes familiar formats such as balanced literacy, integrated thematic instruction, hands-on math and science lessons, and cooperative learning. Their ideas and resources will also help you secure the support of parents and community members whose help is vital to the long-term success of any two-way initiative.