Miller discusses in Section a recommended day in the Reading
Block. First, there's
a focus lesson. During one lesson, my class gathered in a large
group to discuss story elements and then together, we found the story elements
in a book. Next, Miller states for children to spend time reading and
practicing what their teacher has shown them to do. So, my students choose a
book to read and completed an activity where they had to find the story
elements in their own book. Then, Miller states that right after IR, children
come back together to share their reflections about their reading. Right after
my students had completed their activity, they had the opportunity to share
with their peers about their book. Some students choose similar topics of
interest so it was neat to see the comparisons of their books during their book
talk. During IR, the students had a purpose for their reading and knowing the
purpose and goal, made the independent reading time meaningful for the
students.
Making independent reading meaningful and enjoyable will definitely turn our young students on to reading. This will serve them well as they move through grade levels and life. So simple and so wonderful!
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