This week the Advanced Reading class will be completing the Westing Game Unit with a final test on Monday. Be sure to study for the final and have your study guides completed.
Advanced classes will also be presenting Part B of their historical fiction book reports. Since these were already turned in, students are encouraged to look over their notes about the book and be ready to present on Monday and Tuesday.
The regular Reading class will have an opportunity to watch Maniac Magee on video as they complete their Unit.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Friday, November 2, 2012
Week of November 5
Monday and Tuesday are non attendance days for students. Have a great weekend- see you Wednesday!
Here are some helpful tips for becoming a better reader:
Make it a habit. Now that you've started reading, how do you stick with it? Make it a habit. Carve out a niche of time – it might only be fifteen minutes a day, that’s okay – where you can get alone with a book. If it helps to have a certain time or place dedicated to reading, go for it. Do it everyday and make it a priority.
Read widely. If you regularly read novels, consider devoting a month to non-fiction…or epic poetry, or Shakespeare, or graphic novels. Get out of your comfort zone.
Make it a family affair. If you have kids, read to them or take turns reading to each other. If you’re feeling really ambitious, orchestrate a reading group with your family.
Visit the library. If you are lucky enough to live near a decent library, take advantage of it! The library is a low-cost, risk-free way of introducing yourself to new and compelling authors. Plus, most libraries offer all sorts of cool (and often free!) resources and activities for kids, families, and readers of all ages and interests.
Here are some helpful tips for becoming a better reader:
Make it a habit. Now that you've started reading, how do you stick with it? Make it a habit. Carve out a niche of time – it might only be fifteen minutes a day, that’s okay – where you can get alone with a book. If it helps to have a certain time or place dedicated to reading, go for it. Do it everyday and make it a priority.
Read widely. If you regularly read novels, consider devoting a month to non-fiction…or epic poetry, or Shakespeare, or graphic novels. Get out of your comfort zone.
Make it a family affair. If you have kids, read to them or take turns reading to each other. If you’re feeling really ambitious, orchestrate a reading group with your family.
Visit the library. If you are lucky enough to live near a decent library, take advantage of it! The library is a low-cost, risk-free way of introducing yourself to new and compelling authors. Plus, most libraries offer all sorts of cool (and often free!) resources and activities for kids, families, and readers of all ages and interests.
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