In this webinar, participants will discover that a familiar tool, Microsoft Word, can support student learning. Attendees will identify and use the built in features of Word. Examples will be highlighted how features can easily be used to differentiate instruction. Additionally, WordTalk, a free downloadable plug-in, will be demonstrated. WordTalk speaks the text of the document, highlights as it reads and provides a talking dictionary to the user. Participants will learn how to manipulate text using WordTalk to reinforce reading and writing skills