Teacher modeled reading at this time is essential if we want the children to see that adults value reading as a lifelong pleasure. Reader s Workshop is another strategy that incorporates FVR while promoting writing and literary discussion. As in SSR, Reader s Workshop involves student choice in reading material with an additional element of responding to literature through the use of a Reading Log. Time for reading and responding to the literature is provided in class. Reading strategies are implemented through the use of mini-lessons at the beginning of each workshop.
Literature Circles offer a superb vehicle for deep discussion.
Literature discussion groups are formed by giving students a choice of teacher- selected stories to read. Four or five groups are generally a manageable number. As students read, they also respond in a thoughtful manner that will elicit deep discussion when the literature group comes together. It needs to be regular and considered part of the curriculum. Teachers must also make time to discuss the literature through the use of Reader s Workshop, literature circles, or other collaborative methods.