I too separate reading response time from reading time by having each comprehension lesson divided into three segments: Before, During, After. In the after segment the kids can work in a reading response situation. However, I do not let the kids write on their responses in the during section since I believe that kids need to actually read and think about their reading during the during time. deb
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Stephanie Pincombe Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 2:54 PM To: mosaic@literacyworkshop.org Subject: [MOSAIC] recording responses Hi all, I am using Debbie Miller and Stephanie Harveys work in my grade ½ class. However, the kids are all responding orally and I am not getting the responses in writing when they are sharing at the end of our reading time. Referencing the book and their own schema in support of their understanding is what I am looking for. I want them to maximize their writing time but not spend too much time NOT actually reading. When I look at her videos and see the kids working away on charts together I am a bit perplexed about how to get to that and maintain a balance I am new to this program but have 18 years teaching experience. I am also referencing Lucy Calkins writing workshop am I trying to juggle too much? Having trouble seeing the forest for the trees. Steph _______________________________________________ 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. _______________________________________________ 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.
