<p><b>Jodene L. Smith, M.A.</b>, has worked for over 30 years in education, as both as classroom teacher and more recently as an instructional coach for kindergarten through second grade teachers. She supports teachers in understanding why and how to implement the science of reading in their literacy instruction. In addition, Jodene develops curriculum and has authored a wide range of resources that translate educational research into practical classroom strategies, including <i>What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Early Childhood</i>.</p><br>
This standards-based instructional guide for literature will help support students as they read the novel The Hundred Dresses, an inspirational story of a Polish girl who is bullied by her classmates for wearing the same dress every day. Using the engaging activities and lessons, students will learn how to use close reading techniques, respond to text-dependent questions, analyze the text to determine meaning, make summaries, and more. This invaluable resource is key to supporting the rich exploration of literature in today's classrooms.