Reading Workshop

First Graders have been learning how to build reading stamina this year. We have worked up to 20 minutes of silent, independent reading! After the children read independently, they spend time reading with a partner. During these times, they are encouraged to try the skill or strategy I have introduced during my mini lesson. This past week, we have practiced what to do when you come to a tricky word. They have learned sounding a word only works some of the time, and that there are other things you should try. So far I have introduced looking at the picture, looking for parts of the word that you know, and backing up and re-reading to get a running start. These strategies work for all students at all reading levels.

While the children participate in reading to self or someone, I bring small groups of students together for a guided reading lesson to target specific reading fluency and comprehension skills using leveled texts.

We will continue learning more strategies for solving tricky words in the coming weeks!