Praxis

Praxis:

After researching and focusing on big ideas in reading, it became apparent what was really important to my reading curriculum. These ideas became practice and routine in my room and I saw the benefits of these strategies in my students.  I knew sharing and reflecting was important for students to do after reading. After researching and implementing this more routinely in my classroom, I saw the impact it has on engagement and comprehension. .  In Daniels Zemelman’s article Best Practice in Reading, he states that “kids should have daily opportunities to talk about their reading” It is a great skill to learn and take with them into adulthood. I was surprised to read about what level books students should be reading independently.  Allington’s article What At-Risk Readers Need he explains why students should be reading text below their level.  I noticed it was easier for students to talk about their book and they were more likely to finish books that were a little easier for them. Both of these practices will be used in my future classroom. Because I have started implementing them more intentionally, I have seen the benefits.