The first few weeks in the Reading Center have been very smooth and enjoyable! We read a few books about having a growth mindset and talked about how we can put it to good use. For the remainder of the month and school year, we will strive to display this way of thinking in all that we do, students and teachers alike!
We have shifted our stories and lessons the the Adventure genre! This is a wonderful and fun genre to explore for all readers, especially hesitant readers. We will learn about the settings of these stories and how the setting affects the excitement level of the books we read. We will also focus on the protagonist in each story and how they contribute to the outcome of the story. The Adventure genre is also a great time to review the three points of view, first person, second person and third person. We’ll explore stories that are told in each of these ways. I am excited to share the Choose Your Own Adventure series with grades 3-5. I’m also looking forward to sharing Amos and Boris by William Steig and Louise: The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate Dicamillo with my students. These titles will be examined by grades K-2. It should be an adventure filled couple of weeks!
As always, please talk to your children about what they are reading! Also, help them remember that it is their responsibility to return and take good care of their Reading Center books.
Have a happy September!