We can use language to change the lives of our students. This video and supporting document give a brief introduction to the use of ASSISTING language and ASSESSING language when we teach. Many teachers may not be using the power of language to its' fullest potential. Are you one of them?Or are you a teacher that may use the phrase, "That's what good readers do." If this is you, please know there may be a more effective phrase when noticing what you want your readers to do. Again, it's all ab