Welcome 7th Grade Reading Mrs. Farr Reading Specialist

Course Overview Our emphasis is on fostering effective reading skills across the content areas Understanding the real-world importance of reading First Marking Period Learning Progressions Developing the Identity of the Reader Interacting with Texts and Self-Monitoring Independent Reading

What to look forward to… Reading Graffiti Discovering new genres Metacognition: thinking about our thinking Having fun and learning at the same time. Reading for enjoyment.

Grading Reading Workshop Reader’s Notebook (completion) Vocabulary Book Talks and Socratic Seminars Text-Dependent Analysis Self-Assessment Strategic Reading

What are we going to do to make your son/daughter successful? Scaffolding Real world connections, see the relevancy Active engagement Student Choice Student Voice (Students have a say in their education) Positive expectations

What if my son/daughter needs help? Extra Help with Mrs. Farr Morning Clinic before school, 7:25-7:55am Contact me! Let’s work together. Please check my website for assignments and the daily agenda

How to get in touch with us… Email is best: pfarr@neshaminy.k12.pa.us Phone: 215 809 6210

How to get in touch with us… Email is best: pfarr@neshaminy.org bmuska@neshaminy.org Phone: 215 809 6210

Thank you for sharing your children with us!