delivering lessons
Delivering Lessons
When in my elementary reading block do I teach these lessons?
Each day, as part of your reading block, you’ll set aside 15-20 minutes to teach a comprehension mini-lesson. You’ll still provide other instruction (phonics, fluency, word work). And your reading block will still include small groups and stations. This is a separate mini-lesson on a specific comprehension skill.
When in my MS/HS class period do I teach these lessons?
Reading instruction must be explicit and direct. Rather than simply reading and asking questions, we must teach students how to think. Every day, you’ll need to teach a 10-15-minute comprehension mini-lesson. Then continue on with reading novels, etc. and include questions that allow students to practice the skills you’ve taught.
Does the Playbook replace my reading curriculum/reading series?
You’ll still need your reading curriculum with the Playbook. But you’ll find that the Playbook has something your curriculum might be missing–the how to teach the comprehension skills required in the college and career-ready standards.
Does the Playbook include everything I need to deliver a lesson?
The Playbook includes the instructional points to include in a direct, explicit whole-class 10-15 minute comprehension mini-lesson. It provides the information you need for Step 2 in the 4-step mini-lesson process. You will need to plan the four steps and use other sources to procure the text that best lends itself to the skill you are planning to teach.