Well said LAURA. And that is why I'm really liking the idea of the Daily 5. I still lean toward MOT mostly, but I like the skills the book teaches me to teach the students. The entire long term goal is independence. Like I told my parents at BTSN, I don't want to teach your kids to read and write, I want them to BE readers and writers, to choose to do those things when no one is asking them to. Debbie
Laura Cannon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: When kids "get it" is when they are reading on their own. Well said Bill. But I think what you are saying becomes more understandable with experience in teaching. I know that I didn't totally get this picture when I first started teaching. Maybe that's why I don't want to retire-I just now feel that I'm really seeing the big picture and understanding what it is all about. Really good teachers use it all and apply as needed. The ultimate goal is a child who is a self starter and hopefully will feel a passion for learning. Sounds like you have a stronger class this year. Laura C _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. --------------------------------- Tonight's top picks. What will you watch tonight? Preview the hottest shows on Yahoo! TV. _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
