The Language Lens™ Guided Toolkit for Stronger Thinking + Language
the Guidedlanguage lens™ toolkit
Get the tools, templates, and practical resources of the Language Lens—with step-by-step guidance to help you put them into practice, one manageable shift at a time.
— shannon kane, adjustment counselor
"This learning has helped me to realize just how important it is to understand that when working with students because they may not necessarily know what we mean if we don't explain it. I will be much more thoughtful about the language I use."
Educators across the country and globe use the Language Lens to strengthen instruction for multilingual learners and all students.
— Tim Boals, WIDA Founder
“Putting on a ‘language lens’ is like giving students superpowers. These practical ideas transform classrooms into interactive, language-rich spaces where students use language with purpose and confidence.”
Inside the Guided Language Lens Toolkit for Stronger Thinking + Language
Led by author, educator and coach Sarah B. Ottow, the Language Lens™ Guided Toolkit brings together the tools, resources, and guidance she uses to support educators and teams—so you can put the Language Lens into practice anytime, at a fraction of the cost of live professional learning.
Student engagement and academic discourse tools that help all learners—including multilingual learners—engage more fully and use academic language with purpose
Ongoing guidance to help you know where to start, what to focus on next, and how to put the Toolkit into practice one manageable shift at a time.
Ready-to-use protocols and templates to clarify thinking and language in instruction—so students can access and express rigorous ideas more clearly
Video examples from real teaching and learning scenarios showing how to apply the Language Lens to strengthen student responses and engagement in grade level standards and texts
Practical Tools. Ongoing Guidance. On Your Schedule.
— Julia Jeffers, EL Coordinator/Coach
“The Language Lens is clear, practical, and full of tools I can apply right away. When I’m coaching a teacher, I can always find exactly what I need. This is the kind of professional development schools need.”
Meet Sarah b. ottow,
founder of Confianza + Author of The Language Lens for Content Classrooms
I’ve worked with thousands of educators across the country and globe, helping them make the language of learning visible and turn research into practical changes in classrooms.
I created the Language Lens™ Guided Toolkit to make that same kind of practical support more accessible—so you don’t need a live workshop with me every time you need a tool, a next step, or a fresh way to think about your practice.
You’ll have my tools, examples, and ongoing guidance to help you decide what to focus on and put it into practice—on your own schedule.
For 25+ years, I’ve helped educators, coaches, and leaders strengthen instruction for multilingual learners and all students.
About the Language Lens®
Start Using the Language Lens in Your Classroom or Team
Lean on the expertise within The Language Lens™ approach.
Own professional growth to lead growth for students.
Move beyond one-and-done PD with embedded support.
Get clear on what works with proven tools and templates.
Follow a guided path while applying at your own pace.
GET IMMEDIATE ACCESS + ONGOING GUIDANCE—WITH OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS, SCHOOLS, AND TEAMS.
Educators report increased confidence for individuals and teams with stronger student engagement—especially for multilingual learners. Leaders see more alignment between PD and school goals with more clarity on what to look for and provide feedback on when observing.
What results can I expect from the toolkig?
Get full access to the Language Lens Toolkit— including the complete library, turnkey tools, and biweekly just-in-time guidance — for as long as your membership is active. Join for $19/month (cancel anytime) or $179/year (12 months of access, with the option to renew). Once your membership ends, access to all content ends too. School licenses adapt to the school year.
How long do I have access to the toolkiT?
Your guidance begins when you join. You'll receive focused emails that help you explore and apply the Toolkit one manageable step at a time. Your guided experience continues for as long as you maintain access.
How does the guided experience work?
Individuals and teams can purchase the Guided Language Lens Toolkit. You’ll get a diagnostic to meet your needs, whether you’re a teacher, coach, or leader. Credit card payments and payment plans are accepted for individual purchases, or contact us if you need a Purchase Order (PO).
Who can purchase the Toolkit?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Still have questions or ready to talk through your goals?
The Language Lens™ Toolkit aligns with the Learning Forward Standards for Professional Learning—the nationally recognized framework guiding high-quality educator learning in the United States. These standards outline the content, processes, and conditions that ensure professional learning leads to improved teaching and student outcomes. Learn more at: standards.learningforward.org.
