Week of December 14-18, 2009

This week in Reader's Workshop we began using a "Reading Ticket" to move us toward working more independently and making some choices about how to use our reading time. Each day students must complete their "Have To's" which include reading just right books and word study. They must also complete the "Once-a-Weekers" which include activities such as reading the word wall, reviewing our robust vocabulary words and analyzing our weather graph. They also have "Choices" which include a variety of activities to support their reading skills and integrate other subject areas. The "Reading Ticket" allows students to work at their own pace and level while practicing time management skills. Two highlights of our week were visiting with our 5th grade buddies and preparing for our Cultural Project and Feast which are described below.