Working with Words children learn to read and spell high-frequency words and learn patterns which allow them to decode and spell lots of words.
Children write and they are all at different stages of the writing process.
While the children write, the teacher conferences with individuals. Finish with the Author s Chair. For beginning readers this might begin with Shared Reading or a teacher read-aloud. While the students read, the teacher conducts reading conferences. Guided Reading Small group work with students who need this guidance.