guided reading

Guided Reading

The Basics of Small Group Reading Instruction

What is Guided Reading?

Small, flexible, homogenous groups

Students grouped by reading level or needs

All students reading common text

Teacher provides support

Strategy instruction and use

15 to 20 minutes

Parts of a Guided Reading Lesson

Before readingAccess and/or build prior knowledgePicture walks, vocabulary, making predictions, etc.Set purpose for reading

Introduction

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During readingStudents read text quietly to selvesTeacher listens to individualsTeacher provides guidance (prompts, questions, encourages)Students use reading strategies learned

Read

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Before or after reading

“How-to’s” for successful use of strategies and skills

Teaching point relates to whole group instruction

Return to text whenever possible

Teacher instructs individuals and group

Strategy Instruction


After readingAssessment, reflection, and sharingConfirm learning of teaching point or understanding of textOral or written

Response

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What are the Other Students Doing?Actively engaged in meaningful literacy activitiesRevisiting the text

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Finishing a skill from groupWritingReading independently

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