tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78662220955284076112024-02-07T04:53:34.084-06:00Learning to the CoreA 1st Grade Teacher and Reading Specialist share their ideas about technology, teaching, the Common Core and so much more! We love sharing engaging ideas we use to help our elementary students excel in literacy, math and more!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04630515321550257164noreply@blogger.comBlogger293125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-23750675909106447922019-05-04T08:00:00.000-05:002019-05-04T08:00:11.537-05:00End of Year Ideas: Freebies and Resources<br />
As the year truly begins to wind down for many, I've got a few resources and freebies that will help keep your readers engaged for the remaining weeks of school. The best part is that these are literacy rich resources, so you can feel comfortable about your readers still learning!<br />
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This is the May version of my "I See Readers Looking at Me" chart. The flowers theme makes for a happy spring vibe! Grab the free student page <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-4030442" target="_blank">here</a> and check out how to set it all up in your room! If you haven't done this all year, no worries, now is a great time to start. It's simple to get going, tomorrow, in your classroom!<br />
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Last year I did a blog post all about using my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">Guided Reading passages</a> as something to send home over the summer. You can simply send home their folder of read passages from the year or give them some new ones. Either way, adding some crayons and putting it all together in a bucket for earlier readers or adding a cool pencil for older kids makes it that much more exciting for readers. Check out the blog post and free tags <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2018/05/free-summer-reading-tags.html" target="_blank">here</a>! (These can also be used for whatever you give your students at the end of the year, of course!)<br />
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Useful Resources to make your life a little easier at the end of the year:<br />
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I have a few different themed <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Close-Reading-145947" target="_blank">Close Reading Passages packs</a> that work well for the end of the year, depending on what themes you follow now! In each of these packs, I have five different passages: poems, non fiction and fictional text. With each passage, there is a lesson plan explaining how to conduct each day/reading, aligned graphic organizers, a sample 2nd read coding page and a student copy for marking up. I always recommend reading the passage to your students as the vocabulary etc is written at a more difficult level, to help readers really dig deep in comprehension. End of Year, Ocean Animals and Camping are all great themes for this time of year- usually matching up to whatever else you have going on in the classroom!<br />
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Check out my End of Year themed pack <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Close-Reading-Passages-End-of-the-Year-Edition-1205701" target="_blank">here</a>:<br />
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Check out my Camping themed pack <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Close-Reading-Passages-Camping-Edition-1360320" target="_blank">here</a>:<br />
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Check out my Ocean Animals themed pack <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Close-Reading-Passages-Ocean-Animals-Edition-1091042" target="_blank">here</a>:<br />
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My <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/End-of-Year-Writing-Prompts-677072" target="_blank">End of Year Think, Draw, Write prompts</a> are also great for your last month or so of school. These are great for writers who are starting to lack motivation and need some ideas to get them going again! The writing prompts relate to the end of the year- looking ahead to summer and reflecting on the year. The pack includes both writing prompt cards that work well in a center, and a journal format where readers will draw a picture and write their sentences to match the question in that journal. </div>
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I've done wait time with students and was so pleased with the results! In just a few weeks, the kids were capable of figuring out challenging words on their own, without a loooong amount of wait time. This is huge for readers because it means they can also apply the strategies on their own, when you aren't sitting around the Guided Reading table with them!<br />
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There is truly not much to this strategy, on your part. You just have to really be extra patient with some readers, but it's worth it.<br />
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You don't want the reader to become so frustrated that they just completely give up and stare blankly back at you. To avoid this from happening, I definitely recommend providing guidance, where you're helping them identify which strategies they could use. This is completely different than telling them the actual word. In my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">Guided Reading Passages packs</a>, in the During Reading section of my lesson plans, I include recommended prompts to provide readers with while they're reading. These change based on the level of the story the child is reading, but they're there to remind you that kids need that guidance from you, during Guided Reading! You can simply encourage the reader by asking "What strategy could you use to figure out that word?" when you notice them struggling with a specific word as they read. If they're unable to come up with anything, then you can provide them with more specific prompts, such as the ones listed below. (These are from my Level C lesson plans within my Guided Reading packs.)<br />
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Some students really have a tough time remembering particular sight words. Whether reading in context, or alone, some words just don't stick with them. The more opportunities readers have to see those words, the more likely they will eventually remember them. I always want readers to be able to successfully read, write and find sight words. When focusing on all three of these things, you can narrow down what is most difficult about certain words for the reader. Typically, once they've mastered finding the word, they can then read it and eventually write it with no errors, too. Since sight words are present everywhere, it's important to try new activities with your readers to help them add more to their "I know these!" pile. Here are a few ideas to try out with your readers!<br />
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Word Reading, Matching and Sorting:<br />
This activity is helpful when you notice a reader missing the same words repeatedly. Using two sets of cards (most of the words will repeat, with a few extra thrown in), have readers read both sets of words. Having one set on sticky notes is helpful because they'll be sticking the words on top of the matching one. So, readers will read the flashcard set of words first, laying one out at a time. Then readers will read the sticky note version of each word, placing it directly on top of the matching flashcard. Next step, if it works out based on the words needing to be practiced, is to sort the words into categories. The words should again be read aloud before placing them under the correct category. There may be a few words which don't fit in either category, which is fine, just have readers identify a new category that would make sense for those words. Before returning the words to the container, have the reader read the words one more time.<br />
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*This container/baggie of words would be great to keep at the reader's desk to refer back to for extra practice whenever there is a free minute!<br />
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*As an extra step, you could have readers actually write the matching words on the sticky notes and come up with the category headers. This is a great way to get them practicing writing the words too- another crucial step!<br />
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I find that when you write a few words down for a reader, it helps them focus on the word that is directly in front of them, on their card. If you notice that a reader keeps mistaking 'this', for example, for the word 'those', choose 2-3 words (one being the correct one) and write them down in front of the student. Then read those words to the student and ask them which one is actually in front of them on their card. This helps them recognize that they're mixing up the word with others, encouraging them to focus only on the letters on their card.<br />
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I love a good app that can be used in a number of ways! For all of these apps, you can simply have readers write the word you state and then read it back to you. It helps to have readers say each letter in the word and then state the word, too. The more they hear themselves spelling the word, the more likely they are to remember it later on. I like to have readers write a few down in a row before erasing so they can go back and show they know each word even while multiple words are written. I've always only used the free versions of each of these apps, all linked below!<br />
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This <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sand-draw-beach-creativity/id624591476?mt=8" target="_blank">Sand Draw</a> app was recently introduced to me and it is super fun for readers. Students can practice dictation of sight words on "the beach" by writing the words in the sand. Then, as seen in the 2nd image, the wave button can be clicked to wash away the words. It's actually a very soothing app at the same time with the sound of the wave! Especially during the colder months, who doesn't want to pretend they're on the beach while working on sight words!? My only drawback for this app is that it frequently has a drawing option pop up, so after a few slides of words being done, it prompts the student to draw a picture of something in particular. It's not terrible, but when you don't have a ton of extra time, it does take away from making more sight words- but you can also quickly exit out of the drawing option, once it pops up.<br />
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These oldie by goodie apps still remain to be great ones! I began using these exact apps with my guided reading groups probably about 8 years ago- and they still are perfect for working on words. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/magic-doodle-movie-color-draw/id460712294?mt=8" target="_blank">Magic Doodle</a> is engaging for readers because of the neon colors jumping out at you as you write. </div>
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The <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/abc-magnetic-alphabet-lite-for-kids/id389132393?mt=8" target="_blank">ABC Magnetic Alphabet Lite App</a> has always been at the top of my list for favorite apps. With the magnetic letters all accessible at the bottom, readers can quickly grab letters needed for each word they're making. This is especially helpful for readers who struggle with letter formation or remembering which letter comes next in a word. Sometimes, just seeing the letter options in front of them triggers their memory for each letter in a word.<br />
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<br />Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-68142364609347220642019-04-06T08:21:00.000-05:002019-04-06T08:21:02.305-05:00April Literacy FreebiesI can't believe it's already April! I know some teachers haven't even had Spring Break yet, while others have just a few weeks left of school. Either way, it's still a new month and time to switch up some of the materials used for practicing literacy skills.<br />
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In the month of April, spring really begins to show up with more signs of it, outdoors. Butterflies often start to appear, so "butterfly" is a fitting theme for this month's sight word chart. As you'll notice in the middle of the butterfly on the chart, some early readers may still be focusing on figuring out each letter name/sound. I like that you can easily differentiate what material is being focused on with this chart, without creating more than one. This one chart lets you meet the needs of various readers all at once! Simply choose some words (or letters) your readers are still working on and list them in different spots on the butterfly. If done in small groups, then specify which words you want that group to focus on.<br />
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The student response page is a great way to get readers to focus on their specific words, as well. Encourage readers to write down words they're still working on. They will then focus on these for the month, hopefully mastering them well by the end of the month. You can watch the video and grab the freebie to get set up for April in your room <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-Video-4030453" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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Another thing many primary readers are still working on at this time of year is blends. Understanding the concept of blends can still be challenging (or even just being introduced) for many readers. If your readers need some extra help with reading and writing using blends, this freebie makes a great writing center activity. Writers choose a few picture cards, identify those blends and then write a story describing a fun day. The words are provided at the top of the writing page, as well as on the cards with a visual clue. It's always fun to read what writers come up with. Some just write random sentences, while others will develop a story. Either way- they're practicing those blends, which is great. You can grab this freebie <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Writing-with-Blends-Pack-Freebie-643864" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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<br />Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-91510576017880911382019-04-02T15:25:00.001-05:002019-04-04T13:42:20.334-05:00Guided Reading at the Higher Levels: Level W-ZWhen working in Guided Reading groups, it's important to regularly check in on your readers to ensure they're making progress. This is true for readers at the earliest levels to the highest levels. The simplest way to do this is during actual small group time, with a running record. I firmly believe that a lot of information can be provided through a running record that only takes a few minutes to complete. I base this off of my experience using running records with my own readers. Not only is it <u>not</u> super intimidating when done frequently, but it also gives the reader a chance to have one-on-one time with you and for them to "show off" their reading skills. Kids love the chance to sit with you and read- even the ones who have a difficult time with reading. They just all crave that positive attention!<br />
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I always recommend doing a quick scan of the running record, once complete and providing the student with something to work on and something done well, before they leave. Right away, after just a few minutes together, you're providing that student with a goal and a feeling of accomplishment. This leads to developed confidence, pride and motivation to keep growing as a reader.<br />
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As a reading specialist, several years ago I knew I needed more resources to use with my readers. I also was well aware that classroom teachers also needed help in the area of Guided Reading. That's why I initially began writing my passages, which I love to do! I finally completed my fiction passages sets, up to Level Z. I wanted to make sure I was addressing the needs of all readers, from beginning to end. You can now grab Levels Pre A-Z of my Guided Reading Passages packs- check them out <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">here</a>. Take a look at the my N-Z bundle <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Guided-Reading-Passages-Bundle-Level-N-Z-4490059" target="_blank">here</a>, which includes a major discount or my super money savings bundle for all levels A-Z, <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Guided-Reading-Passages-Bundle-Level-A-Z-4485774" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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In working with readers that span multiple levels, in elementary school, Guided Reading principles remain the same. There needs to be word work done within an introduction to the text, as well as providing a purpose for reading. Readers then need to be doing the reading on their own, with guidance from you, as necessary. Then the reading needs to be followed up with comprehension discussions and questions. You'll see these concepts present in all my passages from Levels Pre A-Z. My lesson plans all include a Before/During and After reading section to help you feel prepared for each passage. The passages are engaging and meant to provide insight and entertainment to the readers. The comprehension questions are then intended to get readers to really think about their text and provide evidence from the text, itself, leading to meaningful discussions as a group.<br />
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At levels W-Z, the word work focuses on breaking down words with multiple syllables, base words with multiple endings, affixes and Greek/Latin roots/affixes. I choose a few from each passage to introduce during the word work portion of the lesson, to briefly address how to figure out those words. The comprehension questions require a focus on character development, figurative language, structure of text and specific details from the text. At these levels, readers are reading more mature content that requires depth of thought. You can take a peek at my newest levels, W-Z, <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/-Level-W-Z-364329" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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<br />Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-13798811474475651882019-03-01T14:41:00.002-06:002019-03-01T15:00:03.812-06:00March Literacy FreebiesEvery year when March 1st hits, I also want spring to immediately be here, but that rarely actually happens by us! Regardless of the cold temps outside, I still like to "think" spring. I wanted to share some freebies that are perfect for this month as we approach spring.<br />
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This month's chart makes me extra happy because of all the color! I used silent e words on this chart to show that you can focus on other skills besides sight words. Phonics patterns work well with this format, just like sight words. Starting this at the beginning of the month helps readers focus on the words the rest of the month- it's a great way to introduce the words. Check out the full video showing how to do this <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-Video-4030453" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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Teacher: Rainbow, rainbow, what do you see?<br />
Students: I see readers looking at me!<br />
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Then point to the words and have readers read each word. Once you've done this together as a group a few times, set this up as a center for the month, where each student gets a chance to be the leader!<br />
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The follow up page is always helpful for getting readers to really focus on sight words/word patterns throughout the month. Each reader can complete their own page at the beginning of the month and then practice reading the words at home or at school, during independent time. Grab this freebie <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-4030442" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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Keeping up with the rainbow theme, this is a simple extension activity from the chart. If you're focusing on a phonics pattern vs sight words, you can use rainbow erasers for this activity, if you happened to have snagged these from Target a year or so ago (otherwise, other ones will do just fine!). Readers will identify the phonics pattern you're focusing on within the chart by placing the rainbow eraser above the letter. In this case, readers will cover the silent e and underline the vowel that is making a long sound in each word.<br />
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You can use the erasers in an extension activity if you use sight words on the chart, too! This activity works well with a partner or small group. Lay out words that readers are still working on in front of each student. Then say a word and have them put the eraser on the matching word. To put the erasers back, have each reader choose a word in front of them, remove the eraser and state the word. This way they're practicing hearing/finding the word AND identifying it on their own.<br />
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St Patty's Day is coming! This freebie is great for extra practice with short and long vowel sounds (silent e). You can use letter tiles or dry erase markers if you put these in a plastic page for repeated use. They make a great literacy center or quick word work activity for the beginning of guided reading groups in the month of March. Grab these free pages <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/St-Patricks-Day-Vowels-Literacy-Center-Freebie-562100" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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If you're looking for more spring themed resources, check out my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Spring-Guided-Reading-Passages-323998" target="_blank">Spring Guided Reading Passages</a> for Levels A-M and my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Close-Reading-Passages-Spring-Edition-1115110" target="_blank">Spring Close Reading Passages</a> for Kindergarten and 1st Grade!<br />
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1. Readers Repeat! For this activity you will state a simple word that you expect readers to be capable of writing. You can also show a picture of the image, if you have one. (This is especially helpful for ELL or visual learners.) Then you will have readers repeat the word, clap out the sounds and then write/make the word. I used a magnet strip and magnetic letters, but this can easily be done on a whiteboard or within a journal, if you don't have magnetic letters. </div>
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2. Letter Boxes- Zoom! You will use letter boxes with the appropriate amount of letters for the words you are doing with your readers. Readers will be making words with different phonics patterns that match up to words in their text of the day. You can state the word and then have readers make the word within the letter boxes. Next step is to use a car to zoom through the word- while moving the car along the word, readers will state each sound and then read the entire word.<br />
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3. Switch It Up! You will begin with one simple word. That word will then have letters added to it or taken away until you get back to the original word. These words should be ones that your readers can write and decode successfully to keep the activity going, rather than making it too challenging. Each time a new word is stated, readers will write it down and then share what is different from the previous word. When all done with not more than 10 words, readers can go through and read the entire list of words written. If done on a whiteboard, you can have readers underline the letter that changes each time.<br />
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4. Search and Find! Tell readers a word that you want them to write down. Do 2-3 words, all which come directly from their text, following a specific phonics pattern. Then have readers use a different color marker to identify the phonics pattern, in this example, blends. Next, have readers find these words in their texts. They can use some sort of fun eraser, for example, to point out the words in the text. </div>
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5. Sticky Note Reading! Prior to the group coming to the table, write a few words from the text on a sticky note. Place that sticky note on the front of the text. Have each reader silently read the words on their sticky note. While each reader is practicing their words, lean in to each reader individually, asking them to whisper read their words. Readers then need to find their words within their text. They can mark which page they found each word, on their sticky note. When everyone has finished, have each reader share one word with the group from their sticky note, that they can confidently read.<br />
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I wanted to throw in a little something about phonemic awareness too, since they go hand in hand when readers are learning how to read. Phonemic awareness can become even more repetitive than phonics word work. One thing you can do to keep it excited is to use a variety of tools when readers are repeating the sounds to make a word or when breaking down a word into sounds. Simply having a different manipulative for each day/week keeps readers engaged!</div>
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Since it's a new month- time to switch out the sight word chart! You can list words your readers are working on right on the chart.<br />
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You'll say: Valentine, Valentine, What do you see?<br />
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Then you'll point to the words, and readers will read each word. This then makes the perfect center. Each student can have a chance to be the leader and reader- especially when including fun pointers and glasses for fluent word reading practice. Then readers can list the words they want to work practice on their own sheet. You can send the recording sheet home or keep it at their desk/guided reading table for daily practice! Grab the free recording page <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-4030442" target="_blank">here</a>! If you want to watch the video to set it all up, you can watch that and grab the freebie <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-Video-4030453" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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These mailboxes were back at Target this year and they make introducing words for the week so exciting! You can put a few sight words in the mailbox to pull out during morning meetings, guided reading groups or another time of day. It's wonderful to assign a student helper who gets to open the mailbox and pull out the words for the week. You can then place the words back in, after reviewing them, to go over each day for the week. It's a great way to really concentrate on just a few words. This goes along well with the freebie above because you can just put the same words in the mailbox to pull out throughout the month of February. *If done in guided reading groups, you can just change out the words in the mailbox for each group, for differentiation.<br />
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It's extra engaging to switch out graphic organizers each month to keep kids excited about responding to reading. These graphic organizers are perfect for February, with a focus on a character readers LOVE from their books. Grab these free graphic organizers <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentines-Day-Graphic-Organizer-Freebie-490158" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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Non fiction is a huge part of our daily lives, especially as adults. It's important to prepare students for being able to read and comprehend non fiction, from an early age. Kids LOVE learning from non fiction text, so we may as well keep exposing them to it. This can be done in read alouds and through their own reading. Guided reading is a great time to focus on non fiction. I have non fiction passages for Levels Pre A-V that you can check out <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-Non-Fiction-309270" target="_blank">here</a>. This is a great way to introduce non fiction text features and difficult vocabulary. Readers can also work on improving their ability to read non fiction through fluency folders. These work great in a small group center, partner activity or with an adult helper in your room. They can even be sent home for extra practice! I recently wrote new non fiction passages with a focus on fluency, for Levels A-V. Each passage also comes with written comprehension questions so that the student is not only working on fluency with non fiction, but also working on improving their comprehension of informational text. Take a closer look at my Non Fiction Fluency Passages below and <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Fluency-Passages-Non-Fiction-354405" target="_blank">here</a> for Levels A-V, Kindergarten-5th Grade!</div>
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Fluency folders are a huge hit with readers. They took ownership of their own folders and love competing against themselves, trying to beat their previous score. </div>
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Each passage includes a colorful version (that I recommend keeping all your copies of in a binder) and then a student version that stays in their folder. This one is for you to mark up and score each reading. Students can then use this copy to practice in between formal readings with you. They also do a quick self evaluation, marking off how their fluency was during their reading. When they've completed their three readings, they can make a goal for the following passage, in regard to fluency.<br />
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The comprehension piece can also go in their fluency folder. It's great to complete once the three readings are done because the reader will likely have gotten the furthest along with the final reading.<br />
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These questions can also get asked verbally if you want a quick check of their comprehension. I provide a list of all the questions at the beginning of the pack, on one page, for your reference. Tracking sheets are also included. You can copy one for each student and keep it in your own binder. Then after each reading, you mark down their score. You can also mark down their completion of the comprehension questions, to refer back to later on. These tracking sheets are super helpful at RTI meetings or any team meetings where student progress is discussed.<br />
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If using in a fluency center, I recommend including other tools to keep the readers engaged while they're practicing! Fun pencils and markers for comprehension questions always work well. These little glasses from the party section at Target also make kids excited to read fluently. If you have a fun timer that you allow your kids to use, throw that into the bin too. Readers can set the timer for a minute and see how far they get!</div>
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If you haven't done a fluency center in your room yet, I highly recommend it! These are also super helpful in getting kids to improve their scores on fluency benchmark assessments or progress monitoring, if you do those. Grab my Non Fiction Fluency Passages <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Fluency-Passages-Non-Fiction-354405" target="_blank">here</a> for Levels A-V, Kindergarten-5th Grade!</div>
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Here's an idea that will help your readers become engaged during word work activities. This activity is perfect for Guided Reading, Morning Meeting or a center/partner activity. The best part is, once you set it up and show readers how the routine works, you'll be set for the year!</div>
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All you have to do is create this chart and then walk students through it.</div>
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You say: Teacher, Teacher, What do you see?</div>
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Then students reply: I see readers looking at me!</div>
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Once you've done it together as a group, it can be set up in a center or partner activity. For the center or partner activity, one student is the leader who gets to use the fun pointers! Then the rest of the students can use some sort of fun "reading glasses" or other engaging tool as they read the words. Students can switch roles so everyone gets the chance to be a leader and reader!</div>
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This activity is great for practicing sight words, letter names/sounds and special phonics patterns. I have a different theme for each month so you can simply create a new chart each month! </div>
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I created a video to show you how to set it all up. You can download these free student pages and watch the video <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Word-Work-Activity-I-See-Readers-Looking-At-Me-Video-4030453" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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Here's a word work idea that you can implement during Guided Reading groups, small group time, whole group- really, whenever you have time to squeeze it in! The purpose is for students to see and identify words with different patterns/endings, etc in context.<br />
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I compiled a small collection of stories that address a wide variety of word patterns. I made student pages of each passage that you can grab for free below!<br />
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You can write the passage on a board/project on a SmartBoard. Explain which types of words your students are looking for while reading today. Then read it to your students, with your students or have them read it to you. After reading, go through and mark up the passage, identifying the various focus words. I recommend using a variety of colors and designs (circling, underlining, squiggle line, etc) for each type of word that is being found. Then follow up by making a list that fit in each category of words.<br />
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Students can then mark up their own copy of the passage as well, using highlighters, fun markers or crayons. They will also write a list of words below the passage that match each category. By seeing the types of words repeatedly, when they are reading on their own, they're more likely to recognize those patterns in words. This will then lead to them being more successful in figuring the words out!</div>
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You can download these passages for free <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gtKe6sCIsPtGJinbw_x6D9lEP9ZmTm_n/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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I remember being so excited when the school I was working at a few years ago decided to go 1:1. I love technology and was looking forward to implementing it into my intervention groups. My students had both iPads and Macbooks, depending on the grade level. Sure there was a learning curve at first, but it was such a great experience! I ended up trying so many new activities with my group where their devices were used for engagement. From creating projects to using <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/QR-Code-Centers-145945" target="_blank">QR codes</a>, we did a whole lot!<br />
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After realizing just how effective the inclusion of a device could be, I decided to make my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">Guided Reading Passages</a> into a digital format. The purpose of doing this was to make even guided reading groups fully digital! I knew Google Classroom was the perfect format for it since it allowed the lessons to be super interactive in a user friendly way. If you're trying to do more completely paperless activities, these passages packs are perfect for you!<br />
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These <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-Digital-for-the-Paperless-Classroom-293034" target="_blank">digital passages</a> work well on an iPad or computer. All you need is a free Google account and access to the Internet at your school. Once you have your free Google account, you can set up Google Classroom and then use these within Google Slides. You then simply share the file out to each of your students, so they each have their own copy to work with as they read the passages and complete their comprehension activities. (I include very specific instructions with screenshots within the file to help you get it all set up!)<br />
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Take a quick look at all that's included and how it all works in this short preview video:</div>
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Both you and your students will access everything right from your devices! The passages can be read (in presentation mode) while the interactive comprehension activities can be completed in the non-presentation format. As students are reading their passages, the stories appear in a book-like format. They tap the screen to "turn" the pages of their book. The comprehension portions for each passage include moving around words/phrases/sentences and typing in text boxes or using the Google tools to draw pictures.<br />
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As the teacher, you can pull each lesson up directly on your own device to lead each lesson. Each passage also includes a digital running record that you can complete right within Google Slides. You'll simply be marking errors and writing notes on your device vs on paper. Everything is right there in front of you and already done for you! All you need to do is lead the group and encourage great discussions.<br />
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Since these passages packs work in Google Classroom, once you've assigned all students their stories, readers have the chance to come back to their passages at any time. They can work on them with you during Guided Reading, on their own during Independent Reading or even at home if your students are allowed to take home their devices! (While working during Independent Reading time, students can be rereading previous stories they've read.)<br />
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You can check out all the different bundles and individual files for Levels Pre A-V <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-Digital-for-the-Paperless-Classroom-293034" target="_blank">here</a>! If you already own my Guided Reading passages (fiction), these passages are the same but in a completely new format. So, if you've been looking to take the plunge and dive deeper with technology- this is a great resource to use.<br />
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AylinAylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-75546919852041931612018-08-16T13:20:00.000-05:002018-08-16T13:20:56.060-05:00Books to Build Your Community of ReadersI've stressed this from the very beginning of my blog writing days and I will continue to do so! It's so important that readers feel like they are part of a reading community in your classroom. This not only builds confidence and excitement, but it also creates lifelong readers. I've come up with a new list of books that I recommend adding to your classroom library. Reading these books at the beginning of the year and then coming back to them throughout the year will help establish a community of readers! The main purpose behind reading these is to share a love of reading with your readers. These books all show a character interacting with books in a positive way, even if some struggle with the idea at first.<br />
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A community of readers is simply a place where everyone feels like a reader, is excited about reading and engages in discussions about what they read. If you don't have these books yet, I recommend checking them out! Now, don't think you need to actually purchase all these, except for your very favorite choices. As you'll see, many of these I snagged from the library. Otherwise, Amazon and Scholastic Book Clubs provides many wonderful books.<br />
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It also helps to display these books in an inviting way so that readers are attracted to the books in the library. Even if these books are kept on your own shelf, make them visible to readers so they can get excited about the books! </div>
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Ranting and raving about the books by keeping them on a list on a bulletin board is a constant reminder to students that books are SUPER important in your classroom! Showcasing particular ones as a "Book of the Day" or "Book of the Month" will grab your students' attention as they see which books are selected for the day/week. You can check out these displays and labels <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Decoration-and-Bulletin-Board-Book-of-the-Week-3898192" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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Hopefully I continue to convince you that sharing an enthusiasm for reading ALL the time in your classroom, is a must-do in your room too! Establishing a classroom community of readers benefits you and your students all year long. </div>
Happy Reading!<br />
AylinAylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-52372569415380316812018-07-17T07:18:00.000-05:002018-07-17T07:18:03.271-05:00Seasonal Guided Reading Binder FreebiesI'm on an organizing roll here with creating covers etc for all my guided reading passages! This is the last set I had to do, woohoo!! In this free download I include binder spines, binder covers and labels for your guided reading tubs. Having everything organized and in one place can make a world of a difference for leading successful and engaging guided reading groups.<br />
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After the cover page for the season and level, I have a plastic sleeve for each lesson plan/leveled passage and running record. You can check all my seasonal passages packs out <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-Seasonal-255475" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"> I have covers and labels for all of my seasonal Guided Reading packs, which includes Seasonal Pre A and then Fall, Winter & Spring for level A-D, E-J and K-M!</span><br />
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AylinAylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-69456197521089807502018-07-05T12:42:00.002-05:002018-07-16T14:23:06.507-05:00Creating a Community of ReadersTaking the time to get kids excited about reading is essential to creating a community of readers in your classroom. This can be done all day, every day in your actions and words about reading. It can also be done explicitly as a focus each day when introducing and discussing specific books of the day/week/month/season.<br />
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As teachers, we all know just how much students feed off of everything and anything you do. By dedicating a little time each day or week to simply focusing on the joy of reading, your students will end up loving reading too. Including a variety of text topics, authors and types of text in your read alouds will help you reach each and every reader, even the reluctant ones. </div>
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I created this <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Decoration-Book-of-the-Week-3898192" target="_blank">resource</a> to help teachers remember to take the time to emphasize a love of reading. It's hard not to get caught in the go go go of each day. However, taking the time to read a book, just to read it can have a large impact on developing readers.<br />
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All you need is a spot to add the sign and display your books. Photo easels work perfectly! Find a spot where all students will see the book of the day/week/month/season- your classroom library is probably the best spot, so these books stand out amongst all the other amazing books in there! Attach the sign to the front of the photo easel (tape works just fine) and then stick your special book of the day/week on there.<br />
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Pick a special time of day when you have just a few minutes to dedicate to sharing a good book with your students. (Right before lunch, after recess, before the end of the day...whenever- but pick a time- this is too important to skip!) Though you're picking one time of day to do the actual reading, it's important to have your book on display from the start of the day. This builds excitement and anticipation for all your students. They'll be thinking about the new book all day, before and after you read it!<br />
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You may even consider having your student leader of the week be in charge of putting the new book out each day/week/month/season. You know how excited kids are when they can be involved! If you're someone who wants to add a little more to the read aloud, you can follow up with quick exit tickets. These aren't meant to be intense comprehension questions because, again, you're focusing on creating a community of readers who LOVE to read. I included a few, simple response tickets that you can place right near your book display. If you have an extra minute or two, readers can grab a pencil and share their thoughts about the story. You can then grab these at the end of the week and discuss student responses, including likes and dislikes, things noticed and learned.<br />
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Last thing I highly recommend doing is making a list at the end of each month of books your students loved as a class (these bulletin board materials are also included in this resource). These make a great bulletin board that readers can refer back to throughout the year. Placing these pages in plastic sleeves or laminating and then hanging on a bulletin board allows for easy access to quickly add a book title that students are raving about after you've read it! By choosing their favorite read alouds and posting them in the room, it shows just how much you and your class love reading. This is key to establishing that community of readers! Parents can also check this list out when they're in your room to provide them with book ideas to get from the library, book order or store for their children.<br />
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Ok one more thing...if you have a book that all your readers want to read from your classroom library, I also have a "Hot Pick" sign that will entice readers to choose it as well!</div>
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It's as simple as that! Following these steps and keeping your enthusiasm up will help create your classroom community of readers. You can check out this resource to help create a community of readers in your room, <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Decoration-Book-of-the-Week-3898192" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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<br />Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-72864495377650034152018-06-09T08:00:00.000-05:002018-06-09T08:00:11.101-05:00Organization of STUDENT Guided Reading MaterialsAs someone who has taught A LOT of Guided Reading lessons in my teaching career, I know the importance of that time with readers. It can be so meaningful where you learn a great deal about each reader. One way to ensure the groups are engaged is by being prepared. As a reading specialist, I've worked really hard to help teachers everywhere have all the materials they need at their fingertips for readers at a variety of levels. Planning for groups can be so time consuming; however, if you can focus all your energy on being with your readers during the group instead of scrambling for materials, both you and your readers will be happy! That's why I created my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">Guided Reading passages packs</a>!<br />
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Keep reading for a few ideas on how to use them and how to set them up quickly so they are always ready for your groups!<br />
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These passages packs can be used in so many ways in and out of the classroom! The goal is to get readers reading, no matter who they're with or where they are.<br />
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When I originally created these a few years ago, I knew I wanted my readers to have something they could hold on to so that they felt ownership. Three prong folders full of passages work so well. They last the entire year, even with frequent changing of passages and then they become a keepsake for the student as well, a reminder of their progress throughout the year!</div>
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Three prong folders can hold a lot of passages, but once they get full, you can always remove some of the earliest passages completed and just send those home separately. Otherwise, adding 10-15 at a time helps you feel prepared for several weeks for each group!</div>
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I highly recommend use highlighter strips for any students that have a difficult time tracking- these can be used from the early levels to older readers- whoever needs them!</div>
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The lesson plans and running records (and original passages) fit well in one sleeve within a binder. Then you can just pull out your binder and get the group going! </div>
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One teacher who had purchased these, showed how she binded her passages together for her readers. I loved this idea, so I had to try it! Using a binding machine, you can quickly punch holes in the passages and covers and then put it all together. I recommend using cardstock or laminated pages for the front and pack to make these more secure. It takes a little more time if adding new pages to the binded version, but still works great!</div>
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If you're looking for a spot to keep everything together, placing your materials in bins (or containers that you can check out in this <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2018/06/more-guided-reading-organization-ideas.html" target="_blank">post</a>) will make everything readily available to you and your groups. </div>
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If you already own my Guided Reading passages packs, you can grab the free binder covers, labels and spines for my fiction passages <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2017/06/guided-reading-binder-covers-freebies.html" target="_blank">here</a> and my non fiction passages <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2018/05/non-fiction-guided-reading-binder.html" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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There are so many different ways to organize your Guided Reading materials. I love using a binder to keep all the materials in one spot. Inside each binder are all the materials including, lesson plans, leveled passages and running records for each group. </div>
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The binders and many other Guided Reading group materials, including student reading folders full of leveled passages and tools fit well into these large <a href="https://www.amazon.com/IRIS-Portable-Project-Case-Clear/dp/B01H2NWHXU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1528133731&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=iris+portable+project+case&psc=1" target="_blank">bins</a>. Check out all that's included inside and grab the free covers/labels below to help you get organized!</div>
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Having everything in one place that you can quickly grab things out of helps make your group run smoother and more effectively. You can even have a student leader from the group grab the container each day to get the group started!<br />
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These little <a href="https://www.amazon.com/IRIS-Embellishement-Assorted-Colors-Purple/dp/B01H2NW1P4/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1528133760&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=iris+photo+and+embellishment+craft+keeper&psc=1" target="_blank">photo boxes</a> that have been seen all over social media for various reasons are also a great size for Guided Reading toolkits! For lower level students, tools for saying the sounds in words, magnifying glasses for taking a closer peek at words, finger pointers and fun pencils all fit within the container. For upper elementary readers, pencils, highlighters for finding evidence in the text, post it notes, mini erasers for finding specific words and highlighter strips are all inside this toolkit! </div>
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If you don't own or want to purchase the larger containers, but have these drawers, they also work great for getting organized! Within each drawer, reading folders and toolkits fit well! Of course books and other tools that you may use for word work also fit in these drawers.<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;">All the covers and labels that you see above can be download for FREE </span><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ew9bUfBy6hedAPz_u97d2FLwPOdP_f3D/view?usp=sharing" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="text-align: start;">! You can also take a look at my leveled Guided Reading passages packs for Pre A-V <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></div>
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Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-28784391494842371152018-05-26T06:46:00.000-05:002018-05-26T06:48:08.641-05:00Non Fiction Guided Reading Binder FreebiesIt always helps to feel organized and prepared ahead of time when it comes to Guided Reading groups! Knowing how important organization is, I'm happy to say that I now have free binder covers, spines and tub labels to help you get organized. Having everything in a binder, ready to bring to the copy room, or to have by your side at guided reading groups can make a world of a difference.<br />
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I have binder covers and spines for Levels Pre A-V. You can simply print them out on regular paper or bright cardstock and get your binder together. Inside the binder, it's helpful to place all the materials for one lesson in a plastic sleeve. To see all that is included for each passage, check out this super brief video or more info in this <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2018/04/non-fiction-guided-reading.html">post</a>!<br />
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I also have free binder covers etc for my regular Guided Reading passages as well- you can grab those from this <a href="https://dailylearningtothecore.blogspot.com/2017/06/guided-reading-binder-covers-freebies.html" target="_blank">post</a>!</div>
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Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-510223193666424502018-05-05T07:00:00.000-05:002018-05-05T07:00:01.243-05:00Free Summer Reading TagsI love how eager readers are to take home their reading folders. It's proof that excitement about reading is contagious! They just want to run home and share their reading with their families, which makes my reading teacher heart so happy. I've always sent these folders home at the very end of the year when it's summertime. Finally, after repeatedly being asked if they'll be able to take them home, the answer is yes!<br />
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I created these <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nGDj8YO1pkK-YWoYhKbowXtAaT8cYqS9/view?usp=sharing">tags</a> that you can easily stick on readers' folders. (Even if you don't use my passages, you can use them on books or whatever special thing you send home at the end of the year.) I've always been one to encourage reading over the summer. Not only was I terrified of readers coming back to school in the fall having forgotten how to read, but also because I want them to continue to enjoy reading! Being sent home with a folder full of passages at their level helps readers keep feeling confident about their reading.<br />
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These tags work great for both my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-165639">Guided Reading passages</a> and my <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Fluency-Passages-216861">Fluency passages</a>, since both are kept in folders. (You may just staple your passages together or bind them, which still works great with these tags!)<br />
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*If readers have already read through all their passages, send the folders home- that's a whole lot of material to read through again!<br />
*If readers have some passages they haven't gotten to yet in Guided Reading groups, send them home anyway! Let them have the chance to read those stories on their own.<br />
*If it's your first time purchasing my passages and your readers haven't read any of them at all, pick a good level for each of your readers and send them home!<br />
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Oh, and speaking of summer, if you're someone like me who tutors over the summer, keep in mind that these passages are PERFECT for tutoring! With all the planning done for you, you'll be ready for each session before summer even begins!<br />
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You can grab the folder tags for free <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nGDj8YO1pkK-YWoYhKbowXtAaT8cYqS9/view?usp=sharing">here</a>!</div>
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These passages, from Pre A-V (Kindergarten-5th grade) are full of interesting facts, text features and comprehension questions that will make readers refer to the text for evidence. I included vocabulary cards with pictures, words and phrases to assist those readers who need a little help before reading or during reading. As with my other guided reading packs, each passage includes a corresponding lesson plan and running record.<br />
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Creating a reading folder for each reader is a great way to prep ahead of time. They also are something that readers can store at their desks (or at the guided reading table) that they can grab during independent reading to read through previously read texts.<br />
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The word work portion of the lesson plan that is included for each passage provides words to focus on that are in the text. Using letter tiles, readers can create the words before reading so they're familiar with them when actually reading. This helps them recognize the words while actually reading!<br />
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Adding in fun pointers and props that relate to the story is a helpful way to increase engagement even more! Who doesn't want to read with a feather pointer when the topic is birds??<br />
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Magnifying glasses can be used to take a closer look at images or specific words included in the passages.<br />
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Keeping the vocabulary cards in view of readers while they're reading through the text is a simple way for readers to use them when they come across challenging words in the text.<br />
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In the During Reading section of each lesson plan, I include appropriate prompts (related to that level) that you can use to guide readers when they struggle with which strategy to apply to challenging words.<br />
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In the After Reading section of the lesson plans, I included appropriate (related to the grade and reading level) comprehension questions that can be used while discussing the text.<br />
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Highlighters and highlighter strips are also extra motivating! Focusing in on specific lines with highlighter strips provides a simple tool for readers who need the help. Highlighters are an excellent way to identify evidence in the text when responding to comprehension questions.<br />
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You can check out these non fiction guided reading passages packs <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Guided-Reading-Passages-Non-Fiction-309270">here</a>!<br />
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AylinAylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-91349786001012230172017-11-24T12:27:00.001-06:002017-11-24T12:27:23.412-06:00A Book All About the Power to ChooseYou know those books we loved to read as kids where you got to choose your own adventure? Well, <a href="https://www.whatshoulddannydo.com/">What Should Danny Do? </a>by Ganit & Adir Levy is an updated version of those stories with a very important concept- the power to choose!<br />
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Danny is the main character who readers are helping make decisions. He is a superhero in training, which is why he has a special cape. This is such a fun idea for young readers to attach to- who doesn't want to be a superhero??<br />
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Many times when we ask young readers what they SHOULD be doing, the answer is very different than what they actually do when faced with a similar situation. This story encourages readers to explore all the different options- even if they know it is a wrong choice, they can still see what happens to Danny by making that choice. It helps readers really see how your day can end up taking a turn for the worse, or for the better, from one small decision. The more practice readers get with using their power to choose, the better decisions they will make when faced with making their own choices! Getting to help Danny through a variety of scenarios is the perfect way to get readers to understand the power to choose.<br />
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The various stories and illustrations are so engaging for young readers. The decisions they are required to make for Danny are ones that they likely face on a regular basis! This book gets readers talking and leads to great discussions all about making decisions. It can be read frequently in the classroom or at home, allowing different readers to make the decision each time. Readers will cringe at some choices and cheer with delight at others!<br />
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The book includes symbols (as seen in the bottom right with the yellow arrow) and a guide explaining what the various symbols mean: turn to the next page, return to where you started to make your choice, reaching an ending, etc. It is so kid-friendly, encouraging them to just keep on reading and making choices. I love that readers can change their mind many times to see what Danny does in different situations. This book truly encourages readers to realize the powerf of their day to day decisions, which we all know is so important for our readers to realize from an early age. Readers will love having the opportunity to change their mind (making good or not so good) decisions to see how Danny's day is altered.<br />
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You can check out the What Should Danny Do? website <a href="https://www.whatshoulddannydo.com/">here</a> or purchase the book right on Amazon <a href="https://www.amazon.com/What-Should-Danny-Adir-Levy/dp/069284838X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511546826&sr=8-1&keywords=what+should+danny+do">here</a>. If you purchase from their website, be sure to check out the superhero capes as well- such a great way to remind readers of their power to choose. I love the idea of having a different reader "be the superhero" each time you read through the story. That reader then gets to wear the cape while they make decisions for Danny. Right now you can even use code: TOTHECORE on their website for $3 off!</div>
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<br />Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-81617061072084611402017-10-28T08:30:00.000-05:002017-11-01T14:29:32.726-05:00Why Scholastic Book Clubs is Amazing and a Book Box Giveaway!Just last week I attended the Scholastic Book Fair and I have to say those book fairs will always hold a special place in my heart! Ever since I went to my first one when I was a little kid, I've gotten excited for the book fair. The idea of all those books in one room is just the best! It's so hard to not just buy every single book.<br />
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I'm so excited to be teaming up with Scholastic Book Clubs for this post because I love how easy they make it for teachers and families to get great literacy materials into the hands of kids! Scholastic truly gives teachers the opportunity to purchase books for their classroom library in an affordable way. With monthly book club orders, it's affordable for families too! Ever since my first year teaching, I've used Scholastic as a way to build my own classroom library and always encouraged families to order books as well. As a person who is passionate about literacy and providing all readers with engaging reading material, Scholastic is my top go-to resource for books. If you're looking at just starting your classroom library, or simply want to add more excellent books to your library, I highly recommend checking Scholastic Book Clubs out.<br />
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Check out just a few reasons why <a href="https://clubs.scholastic.com/">Scholastic Book Clubs</a> is fabulous below. Also, find out how to enter a giveaway for your very own Discovery Book Box, full of wonderful titles to add to your classroom library!<br />
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<span class="s1">Every Scholastic Book Clubs flyer includes a great selection of book bundles, curated by our editors, for teachers to add up to 5 to 10 books in their classroom for only a few dollars! Topics range from real life heroes to holiday-themed collections to laugh-out-loud reads.</span></div>
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Aylin Claahsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04059907024549966770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7866222095528407611.post-70279970514701872052017-10-21T09:00:00.000-05:002018-05-24T06:43:20.787-05:00Fluency Passages OrganizationMost schools use a benchmark Fluency assessment system three times a year, as well as some form of progress monitoring throughout the year. My little readers always got so frustrated with the selections that they had to read because the passages were incredibly challenging, even more since they were struggling readers. Sometimes they'd barely make it through a sentence or two and the timer went off! I wanted to help my readers build their confidence so that they could perform better on these assessments as well, which is why I created my leveled Fluency passages a few years ago. I finally finished the packs, which I now have from Level A-V for Kindergarten-5th grade. In addition, I made these binder covers/spines to help get organized!<br />
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Within each pack, I include 15 leveled passages (3-5 per level). Readers go through each passage 3 times with you (or an adult helper in your room) and their goal is to beat their previous score. Readers also check off how they did (read too fast, too slow, just right, etc) and then after the third read, they write a goal for themselves. My little readers LOVE their Fluency folders and love seeing their growth. I include two different tracking sheets, one which has a comprehension check as well, if you want to ask two questions about each passage, which I include in each pack. The tracking sheets are also a nice page to bring to RTI meetings or simply when discussing students with other teachers or their parents. Check out all my Fluency Passages packs <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Aylin-Claahsen/Category/Fluency-Passages-216861">here</a>!<br />
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Old Tracks, New Tricks is great for early readers. It is an engaging story with great images throughout that will captivate young readers' minds as you read to them. I love how this story gets readers to really think of other things that can be done with simple materials, that may initially be intended for one particular use. In this story, the train tracks go off on their own to create various things they come up with, together. The trains see how much fun the tracks are having and realize they want to be creative too, instead of doing the same thing all the time. This book allows readers to see just how creative your imagination can be!<br />
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Zoey and Sassafras is such a fun read! Readers will immediately get attached to the main character, Zoey and her cat, Sassafras as they pal around solving problems, together. This story is sure to get readers' minds going on how they can solve their own problems. I love the creative way the author presents the idea of solving problems- through saving a magical dragon in her barn! Zoey shows important steps to follow as one is trying to solve a problem. The problem she is trying to solve may be different than everyday issues kids face, but it provides a great base for what to do when solving problems.<br />
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I created a few reading response pages to go with the book. Get your readers thinking about what went on in the story and beyond, when solving their own problems, using these pages. You can grab this reading response freebie <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Sk9F8WW8evd3haanRzYWRjQ2s/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>! This book (and others in the series!!!) can be purchased on Amazon, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dragons-Marshmallows-Zoey-Sassafras-Citro/dp/1943147094/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1495022758&sr=8-2&keywords=old+tracks+new+tricks" target="_blank">here</a>. (I don't receive anything for promoting this book- I just enjoyed it and wanted to share it with you!)<br />
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