Thursday, April 14, 2011

Sustained Silent Reading

Independent reading time is crucial!

Best if everyone in the class does this at the same time (including the teacher). When the teacher stops what they are doing to read a book along with the children, he/she is demonstrating to students how important reading is to them.

  • Students choose the books they read
  • Reading is silent
  • Teacher can set a timer if needed
  • Everyone participates
  • Minimize distractions
Source: Tompkins, G. E. (2008). Literacy for the 21st century: a balanced approach. Pearson
Education, Inc. 

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