Understanding and Planning Guided Reading in the Intermediate Grades “ The aim of guided reading is to develop independent readers who question, consider alternatives, and make informed choices as they seek meaning.” -
What does it mean to “read” a text? Identify and understand the important information Connect personally React to the text emotionally Derive the author’s precise meaning Reproduce the author’s intended syntax and phrasing Incorporate meaning in text to your own knowledge Make inferences
Rationale for Guided Reading To meet the varying instructional needs To expand their reading powers To challenge and support To learn how to overcome difficulties To demonstrate how To engross them in reading
The Role of Guided Reading One one part; Critical Reading Workshop Independent Guided Literature Study Similar reading behaviors Fine tune the needs of the group
Working in the “Learning Zone” What the learner can do independently Learning Zone What the learner can do with the support of an expert
Overview Designed to learn how to process a variety of texts Small group Teacher selects text Engaged in discussion Teaching point Extension
In Summary New opportunity to become better readers Highly focused instructional segment Teach them how to process text Before, during, after One book may last 3+ days
Planning for Guided Reading Basic Materials Planning Lesson Frequency Number of Texts Classroom Management
A Framework for Guided Reading Selecting the Text Introducing the Text to Students Reading the Text Discussing & Revisiting the Text Teaching for Processing Strategies Extending Understanding (Optional) Word Work (Optional)
Basic Materials Table Small whiteboards Dry-erase markers Magnetic letters Sticky notes Pencils Book sets Easel Story maps or webs Journals ACCESSABILITY
Lesson Frequency Create a system where you meet regularly Lower achieving groups need more guidance Daily Higher achieving groups can do more on their own (Check-In) Plan in weeklong chunks
Selecting the Text Based on 3 kinds of knowledge Detailed info on the readers in the group Strengths & weaknesses Familiarity with the available texts Slightly more difficult than independent reading Knowledge of the reading process & general principles of reading development
Number of Texts One book for guided One book for independent reading USE CAUTION Instead: Use short texts Text in guided reading can be used for independent
Classroom Management A Good Management system is a prerequisite for guided reading Reading self-selected or assigned texts independently Writing in response journals Reading texts for literature study Complete assigned tasks related to guided reading instruction Work Stations Teach routines: Demonstration, Practice, Feedback
Planning Refer to notes on students Refer to running records Read book with your readers in mind Plan introduction Materials are organized Reflect on lesson
Components of a Lesson Introducing the Text to Students Reading the Text Discussing & Revisiting the Text Teaching for Processing Strategies Extending Understanding (Optional) Word Work (Optional)
Advantages Allows for better planning and efficiency Helps students know what to expect Internalize a way of working together and can focus on text Provides for different kinds of learning in different ways Creates a solid base from which to build comprehension
Seeing the Lesson as a Whole All teaching in a guided reading lesson is directed toward helping children develop a system of strategies they can use to construct meaning while reading. Attitude is everything!
Essential Elements of Guided Reading Teacher’s Role vs. Students’ Role Before During After Fast paced & productive
Self-Assessment for Teaching Guided Reading Think about where you are in the process. Eight Dimensions of Guided Reading Self Check What resources and support do you need?
Suggestions for Professional Development Summarize what you have learned in this meeting that will change your teaching in guided reading. Set goals for the next couple of weeks. Brainstorm how I or others on your team can help you achieve your goals. Continue your self-evaluation.