Post 3 Chapter 6

In Routeman's chapter 6 Plan for and Monitor Independent Reading she stresses that to become a reader you must read.   It sounds simple. But as she says you need to design a reading program that demonstrates teaching, guiding, monitoring, evaluating, and goal setting. The teacher is more involved with independent reading.  

I love on page 85 how she differentiates between sustained silent reading and independent reading. Some of the differences that struck me the most was teachers guide selections, teachers monitor comprehension, students find the "just write books" and both teacher and students set goals.  

I like the idea of starting the day with reading. Even in kindergarten students need a lot of time with books. At this age students become familiar with the value of reading.  

Routeman not only talks about independent reading but she outlines how to find just right books partner reading and setting guidelines for students to follow.

I wish during my time with students I had more time for free choice reading.  I would love for them to bring a book with them from the classroom that is an AR book on their level that they could read when they are finished with their work, or even begin the session with a quick reading time.  Unfortunately my time is limited and my curriculum is such that I don’t even have enough time to get through the daily lessons.