Independent Reading
Chapter 12
"I would encourage kids to read
anything. The young mind will discover what it likes and
discard the dross, especially if the
initial selection is wide enough."
Anne McCaffrey
Well-Stocked Library
At least 10 titles per student
Use libraries,
book clubs, etc.
Attractive displays
Helping students select books
• Strategies (e.g., five-finger rule)
• Motivation
Keeping track
• Diaries, folders, and journals
• Strive for balance
Book Sharing
• Book Talks
• Book Bistro
Individualized Reading
& Reading Workshop
Critical Elements ofIndividualized Reading
Self-selection of titles
Responding to books
but not to the detriment of reading
One-on-one time with each student
Focus on reading strategies
Critical Elements ofReading Workshop
• Opening activities • Daily read-aloud time• Minilessons • Closing session• and ….
Daily quiet reading time
Activity time
See the CD-ROM which came with this text for:• Searchable database of children's literature• Author and illustrator profiles
Visit the COMPANION WEBSITE for:• Full list of children's magazines and their websites
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