September 6, 2007

In our mini-lesson today we talked about "How do I choose a book?". After our mini-lesson, we went to the library and choose a "just-right" book. We then modeled the reading time for working in the "Reading Zone."

September 5, 2007

Students shared their photo and its story with their writing group. The students were then asked to write a 50 word caption for the picture in their notebook. They were asked to post their photo with their caption on paper provided by teacher and decorate it. The students viewed the photos and read the captions.

September 4, 2007

Reading Workshop: Mini-lesson: Definition of Prediction. We read the story "The First Day of School" by Jeffery Deaver. Click on this link to read the 1st portion of the story "The First Day of School." Make a prediction about what might happen next.

Writing Workshop: Mini-lesson: Correct Friendly Letter Format
We wrote a personal goal letter letter based off a former 8th graders advice using the friendly letter.