Reading Workshop
What should reading workshop look like?
Sitting and reading.
In which form of writing does correct spelling matter?
(Quickwrite or Essay)
Essay
How do you know if a book is too hard?
You miss 4-5 words on a page
What does the S stand for in SLANT
Sit up and sit still
What does the thumb stand for?
Example: the three little pigs and wolf
the characters!
What should reading workshop sound like?
It should be silent or quiet.
What is one rule of Writing Workshop?
writing the whole time
not talking
be prepared
write as much as you can
stay seated
Is a book a "just right book" if it is WAY below or WAY above your level?
no! it would be too easy or too hard!
What does the A stand for in SLANT
Ask Questions
What does the pointer finger stand for?
Example: the brick house
setting
How long should you be reading during independent reading time?
The whole time.
What should I have to be prepared for Writing Workshop?
Yellow writing folder and sharp pencil.
True or False....
If you miss 2-3 words on the page, you should probably switch it out because it is considered too hard.
False- this would be considered a Just Right book
What does the N stand for in SLANT
Nod your head
What does the middle finger stand for?
Example: wolf blowing the house down
the problem or conflict
How do readers find a 'just right' book?
5 finger rule
What is considered good feedback
a) feedback that corrects all mistakes to make it perfect.
b) feedback the highlights the good parts of the essay, but offers suggestions on how to improve the essay.
B- feedback the highlights the good parts of the essay, but offers suggestions on how to improve the essay.
How do you retell a story?
Using the 5 finger retell
What does the T stand for in SLANT
Track the speaker with your eyes.
What does the ring finger stand for?
Example: the pigs keep running to the next house
events
If during reading workshop, I decide to start studying my math flashcards instead, am I modeling good reading workshop behaviors?
No! You should be reading.
A 'just right' book can be either nonfiction or fiction. What does non fiction mean?
a true story with facts
Why do we use SLANT?
To become better listeners
What does the pinky finger stand for?
Example: the wolf can't blow the brick house down
conclusion