Reading Non-Fiction

We are continuing to work with non-fiction during reading. Students are asking questions, looking for answers, and noticing their learning. Students are having fun reading books on a variety of topics. This week we introduced the "KWL" chart so students can practice:
1. Thinking about and recording what they already know about a topic
2. Identifying questions around a topic
3. Reflecting on learning

Also, we are discussing how non-fiction comes in different forms such as websites, guide books, instructional manuals, magazines, journals, cookbooks,etc. If you have any examples at home I encourage you to show these to your students and see what they notice about non-fiction in different forms. At school we will specifically explore web and magazine media.

I am currently working on assessing reading levels. It is SO much fun seeing how much your students have grown! Keep up the reading at home -- and thanks for all your support!