Students are often allowed to move around the room to work. Also, silent reading is a time when they can move around and get comfortable. They are not to talk to one another, which can be tricky if you are reading or looking at a real cool book! When working, students are often allowed to move so they can concentrate better, work with someone, or move away from someone. We have many extra working spaces with extra caddies of our materials or fun spaces to sit and read. Later, during reading workshop, students will be assigned to some of the special reading places. Everyone wants the bean bag or the cheese chair!
It is so important to give students choices. It makes them feel empowered and in control of their learning. Boundaries are important too, so the best is giving students choices within boundaries! Students are often allowed to move around the room to work. Also, silent reading is a time when they can move around and get comfortable. They are not to talk to one another, which can be tricky if you are reading or looking at a real cool book! When working, students are often allowed to move so they can concentrate better, work with someone, or move away from someone. We have many extra working spaces with extra caddies of our materials or fun spaces to sit and read. Later, during reading workshop, students will be assigned to some of the special reading places. Everyone wants the bean bag or the cheese chair! Monkey likes to take it easy. She isn't always on task, as show here. Soon, Monkey will be leaving for the mornings as Maddie is returning Monday! Hip Hip Hooray! We are so excited to have her back with us. For a bit, she will only be joining us in the mornings and resting in the afternoons. Please make sure to report all illnesses to the office, so we can take the proper precautions!
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