2 Describe the three dimensions of reading fluency that enable the reader to comprehend the text. Dimension is Accuracy in word decoding.

A Glimpse into the World of Literacy. Persona Poetry and I Am Poems! October 15, 2010. Persona poetry is a truly excellent way to have kids get involved in readings because they are forced to truly understand who and what a particular character is so that they can successfully create persona poetry! Persona Poetry will definitely be happening within my classroom when I am a teacher one day! Reciprocal Teaching and Discussion Director.

So he wishes to be himself and is very happy with that. The Princess and the Pea.

Today was our last day of practicum! It was really sad to leave all the kids because I felt like we were just starting to really interact with them and get to know them.

They are simple books with a humorous story line. Posted in Field Experience Reflections.

June 12, 2012 by shinnmr. I was recently told about a framework that is being used in many districts. I am currently on chapter 2 and I am already seeing a STRONG correlations to the new common core curriculum. It is a program that fosters student independence. Us However, this mentality can hinder their independence. Posted in Uncategorized Leave a Comment. April 21, 2010 by shinnmr. Math was the next subje.

Today was my last day at Forest Hill and it was sort of bittersweet. I was so sad to leave my kids because I have bonded with them and have really enjoyed spending these past few weeks with them. I cannot believe that my time at Forest Hill will be over next Monday! So far.

The Berenstain Bears Go to School. It is not until she actually goes to school and does all kinds of cool things that she realizes that school really is a fun place to be.

You can tie in seals with the science curriculum in so many different ways. When life cycles are studied or even when habitats are studied you can tie in seals. Students also study mammals and sea life. What are some things that are different between a harbor seal and dolphins? October 3, 2010.

Today, students worked with versa-tiles in math. This helped them do problems and solve puzzles. For writing, they continued working on biographies of famous people. For reading, the students had their regular SSR where they read their books of choice. I worked on my TIP case study, so throughout the day I observed my assigned child. Overall, today was a very fun day at Forest Hill elementary.