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The Second Week of Launching Reader’s Workshop

It’s time to talk about launching reader’s workshop for the second week! Follow these three lesson plans to set your class up for success!

If you missed the first week, make sure to go back and read it here.

Lesson#1: Independent Reading Expectations

Independent Reading Rules Activity and Bookmarks

It’s important for students to know what the expectations are for independent reading time. This goes along with the lesson we ended with last week, building stamina. If students don’t know what is expected of them during this time, then you will not get what you expect! Within this, students need to know what their job is and what the teacher’s job is.

Lesson #2: Just Right Books

Sorting center for Reader's Workshop

Students need to know how to pick just right books in order to feel successful. It’s important for them to know their feelings when they find a just right book versus a not just right book. Students will feel happy and confident with a just right book. However, with a book that is not just right, they will feel frustrated and unhappy.

Lesson #3: How To Pick A Spot

Picking a spot to read is probably one of the best parts of reader’s workshop! Students love to pick a new spot to sit. You don’t have to buy new bean bags or pillows (but certainly can if you wish!) for students to be excited about their spot. Some of my students’ favorite spots were just laying on the rug, sitting under a desk, or sitting in the doorway. They enjoy the change of scenery while they read!

Looking for more ideas? Check these out:

The First Week Of Reader’s Workshop

Tips For Conferring In Reader’s Workshop

10 Books For Launching Reader’s Workshop


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