Cover title: Don't speed. Read! 12 Steps to Smart and Sensible Fluency Instruction.

1. Define fluency -- 2. Connect your definition of fluency with your view of teaching reading -- 3. Make sure you are truly assessing reading fluency -- 4. Allow students to self-assess -- 5. Use a wide array of meaningful reading activities -- 6. Use a variety of texts -- 7. Establish a nuurturing environment -- 8. Plan effective instruction -- 9. Show children how fluency fits into the reading scheme -- 10. Provide plenty of time for independent silent reading -- 11. Communicate with families -- 12. Keep it simple!.