Balanced Literacy Parent Information Night River Vale Public Schools October 13, 2011 Julie-Anne Walsh, PhD Literacy Consultant

Balanced Literacy… involves the application of skills to the reading of excellent literature and authentic writing tasks

Balanced Literacy… involves the application of skills to the reading of excellent literature and authentic writing tasks reflects a gradual release of responsibility from the teacher to the students

Balanced Literacy… involves the application of skills to the reading of excellent literature and authentic writing tasks reflects a gradual release of responsibility from the teacher to the students provides teacher-supported, assessment- based, comprehensive skills instruction

Balanced Literacy Components Reading Writing Language Arts/Word Study

Reading Components Teacher Read-Aloud Shared Reading Guided Reading & Strategy Lessons Book Clubs Independent Reading

Writing Components Teacher Write-Aloud Shared Writing Guided Writing & Strategy Lessons Independent Writing

Language Arts/Word Study Components Phonics & Spelling High-Frequency Words Vocabulary Grammar Handwriting

Literacy Assessments Letter/Sound Identification Concepts of Print High-Frequency Words Independent Reading Level Assessment Spelling Inventory Writing Sample

Book Levels Text Characteristics Behaviors/Strategies Text Examples

Reading Workshop Minilesson Independent Reading Time Conferring Guided Reading Strategy Lessons Partnerships Book Clubs Mid-Workshop Teaching Point Teaching Share

Writing Workshop Minilesson Independent Writing Time Conferring Strategy Lessons Partnerships Mid-Workshop Teaching Point Teaching Share

Fitting It All In Read Aloud Reading/Writing Workshop Shared Reading/Writing Word Study

Transition Plan A Look Back A Look Ahead

Tips for Support at Home Read every day!!Talk every day!! Write for everyday reasons Reinforce literacy skills