This week, we kicked off and learned about reading with a partner. The anticipation was high as kids have been eager to get this activity going. After learning about sitting "EEKK" and the expected behaviors involved with doing partner reading, children tried it out for themselves. While children read aloud, their partner listens and helps support their partner when they become stuck. Reading aloud - and rereading books over again helps all children develop fluency. INQUIRE with your child what "EEKK" looks like during read to someone. Reading partners during reading time are also considered learning partners - students are paired during many different times of the day. During writing, these writing partners help each other develop ideas, listen to their friends stories, and help them when they are stuck. During read-alouds, learning partners turn to one another to share ideas about the story, and engage in dialogue regarding the book. Throughout the year, learning partners may change.
