The Write to Read

In this practical handbook Lesley J. Roessing presents a unique step-by-step model of response journaling which demonstrates how teachers can plan and implement response journaling using concepts that can be applied to all content areas.The Write to Read: Reading Journals That Increase Comprehension teaches students in Grades 512 how to respond to reading material in a variety of ways encourages students to read self-selected books and helps them develop skills for deeper and more meaningful responses. The book contains a combination of theory practice practical advice anecdotes and teacher models along with samples of student work. Readers will also find an array of tools for adapting the program to learners needs and interests and for evaluating student progress.