Rock Your Literacy Block: Mighty Moves to Organize Your Day and Optimize Student Learning

by Lindsay Kemeny

As teachers learn about the science of reading, they’re gaining knowledge about the “what,” but not so much the “how.” In other words, they don’t have a clear picture of how to implement research-backed daily reading instruction… until now! Expert primary-level teacher, Lindsay Kemeny, guides readers through her literacy block, step-by-step – from morning arrival to whole-class and small-group instruction to literacy centers, writing time, and read-aloud. Loaded with teaching, planning, and management tips, sample schedules and routines, and connections to her bestselling 7 Mighty Moves, this book is a valuable resource for any K-3 teacher. The companion website includes download-ready sample schedules and planning tools, as well as classroom video clips that show how Kemeny runs her literacy block, from morning arrival on!

Genres: Education, Teaching

160 pages, Paperback

Published June 17, 2025

Reviews

[Lauren Fazzolari · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love a book that teaches me many new things and is immediately applicable to the classroom, and this book is exactly this! I have my Masters Degree in Literacy, so I have a solid understanding of the research behind quality reading instruction. But putting it into practice in the classroom, and fitting it all in, can be overwhelming to say the least. Lindsey did an amazing job breaking down every part of her literacy block, providing various examples of how you could adjust your schedule based on interruptions throughout the day, and giving management tips and tricks. The best PD is watching other teachers teach, and this book gives us a deep dive into the classroom of a highly effective educator. I wish I had this book as a new teacher, but I am thankful to have it now as I transition into a new grade level this year!

[Kim Shank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! If you are a K-2 teacher, you need this book. This is the only book that I’ve seen that synthesizes all of the evidence and research based practices and shares exactly how to implement them in a literacy block. The format is easy to understand, there are suggestions for grades K-2, and it is the most up to date information from what I’ve read. Videos and student work are included. It also highlights that even when time is being used well, many systems still are not allotting enough time to their literacy blocks. (120-150 min total)

[Tayler Kent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!! I learned so much!

[Taylor McGregor]

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