The Digging Deeper workshop series will highlight high interest literacy topics either introduced in Texas Reading Academies or recently brought to light by current literacy research. 

This Digging Deeper workshop will highlight oral language and vocabulary development and the effect of each on literacy achievement. Participants will learn ways to increase purposeful talk in the elementary literacy classroom. Special emphasis will be given to vocabulary development, including choosing the best words to teach, teaching word consciousness, and instilling a love for words.