Hi, In my experience with both, the best way to tell the difference is as follows: Comprehension Toolkit is designed for Shared Reading (all children have access to the text.) I do agree that some of the texts are too difficult and ordering the supplemental toolkit texts might be worthwhile. Making Meaning is designed for Read Aloud (the children do not have a copy of the text and the teacher does the reading) This program offers much higher teacher support, as a read aloud should. So, in thinking about what to order, think about if you are looking for a Shared Reading or Read Aloud program.
I know the Toolkit with Harvey and Sundance... Sundance is set up with gradual release model that kids actual CAN READ the text. Lesson one - teacher models Lesson two - teacher and students work through lesson together (partners) Lesson three - tons of differentiation set up in the lesson COLORFUL wonderful materials Preassessments and Post Weakness, if any, are there are 6 sets of lessons. One for each strategy. I find I use them to initial teach the strategy then use other materials. This is NOT a reading program. This is HOW to teach the strategy and they are awesome because you do NOT HAVE TO COPY anything at the copy machine if you do not want to! _______________________________________________ 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.
