I have taught using both. I think of daily five as a kind of reading workshop. During D5, students are reading to themselves (as they would during reading workshop) but they are also able to choose to write, read with a friend, listen to a book on tape, or explore word patterns (approaching literacy from many directions). In both programs, whole group lessons are used to model strategies to the students and both end with a time to share (and reteach). In both, the teachers meet with small strategy groups and conference with individuals to set goals/assess progress. D5 allows students choice in their studies. D5 also breaks up the workshop time into 15 to 30 minute segments with mini-lessons in between. There is usually not time for students to actually do all five every day but the choices are available. Intermediate grade teachers may choose to eliminate/lessen the word work and listening choices. One of the best things about the D5 book is the structure of how they gradually increase stamina of the children in each area to help them work independently and successfully. The best thing about reading workshop is the amount of reading the kids get to do in a day. I don't think they are mutually exclusive. If you have a whole school working within these two structures, you should celebrate. I would think teachers could easily choose which is better for their own classroom. The focus on comprehension and student empowerment is the same for both. Must be a great school!! _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org.
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