Everyone is a reader. . .
When I was in fifth grade, we had to do SRAs (anyone recall)? These were little reading cards with stories and after each there was a test. The different colors represented higher levels. Of course, I wasnt very good at these and tried to cheat many times. I absolutely hated these! But once I was given a choice with reading. . . I took off. It just makes sense. I tell my students sometimes we have to read materials that we dont necessarily like but if we practice with books we do like, it makes it easier. I work very hard at getting to know my students. At our middle school we have block schedule, which I love, but it does make it harder to get to know students well. I use the inventories and conferencing to assist in knowing as much as possible. Plus team time to discuss students. When it comes to book recommendations I am lucky because I have 2 teenagers who love to read so they keep me updated. Also, I keep student reviews to show to my future classes. Many still have their names on them and this has huge credibility. Of course, read every chance I can get. Do you think our list could go on a field trip to Donalyns classroom? This is the 3rd time reading this book and she is still awing me! HEEHEE Rhonda _______________________________________________ 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.
