This session focuses on the intention behind the Shared Reading Approach. What is the purpose of Shared Reading in a rich thinking and talking curriculum? What is the role of repeated readings in Shared Reading to develop and expand language? What do we consider when choosing texts for engaging and thoughtful Shared Reading? How do we design lessons to [...]

This session focuses on the kinds of instruction that occur once the text has become familiar to students. What happens after we read the shared reading book? What opportunities for learning does the book offer? extending oral language and comprehension through discussions developing vocabulary knowledge exploring how words work applying foundational skills in context How can we determine appropriate [...]

This session focuses on how to bridge reading and writing instruction using Shared Reading texts. What else happens after we read the shared reading book? What opportunities for learning through writing does the book offer? Modeled Writing Shared Writing Extensions How can we support students to apply foundational skills through writing? How can we determine appropriate teaching points within [...]