We continue to practice our reading habits each day. The most important thing first graders do to become stronger in developing fluency in reading is to read EVERY DAY! Before getting started with their "read to self" students take a minute to make a plan for their reading. What books will they read today? How many do they think they can read thoroughly? Students use a mat to organize their books and after each book read, record it in their folder. Each day, students set a goal to read more books than they did the previous day. Students are building their stamina for reading and developing life-long habits. As we increase our reading habits, students are also learning about the importance of rereading as well as scooping up our words to make our reading sound smooth. INQUIRE with your child what habits they have been developing in first grade reading workshop?
