Shannon, I have taught inferring, visualizing, connections, metacognition, questioning to Kindergarteners through fifth graders.I have not taught synthesis yet to the littlest people but that is only because I wasn't sure how to start. I plan to make that teaching journey this year. If you are not going to do all strategies, I would at least add inferring to your list! I see no reason to limit yourself. I had a Kindergarten colleague that I did lesson study with and got to watch her teach these strategies to kindergarten. I was amazed at how the littlest students had the best inferences and questions! If you want to make strategy study more concrete for young students, try the books Comprehension Connections and Starting With Comprehension. These texts have lesson plans that incorporate wordless books and also movement to help little people internalize the strategies. I have had success with those lessons with students with autism and learning disabilities. :-) Jennifer In a message dated 8/3/2008 2:07:11 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hi, I've just finished the second edition, and have been lurking for a while. I have a couple of questions. Do you think all strategies should be taught to K-1 students? I was thinking that questioning and schema would be the main two that I would use for K-1 students. I was also thinking about 2nd grade and what strategies should be taught. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks, Shannon 2nd **************Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut00050000000017 ) _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
