Guided reading for kindergarten

Guided Reading instruction is a powerful way to improve students' reading level and comprehension at the primary level. Establishing and maintaining groups can be a struggle and while research supports this as an effective practice often teachers are left without any guidance on how to set this up in the classroom. I am one of those teachers! Here are a few tips that I have learned along the way that may help you with the process! #1 Assessment At the beginning of the year we assess students…

Guided reading groups are so important. I have always cherished this time to reach a small group of students that are grouped at the same reading level. Not to mention this gives me time to sit down and not be on my feet! I make sure to do small groups EVERY day no matter what. In …

How to use Guided Reading Warm-ups: essential reading skills and strategies at your fingertips during small-group lessons.

Guided reading with non-readers can seem pointless, but it is a must-do! See how this teacher structures her guided reading lessons with her non-readers.

Structuring a guided reading lesson can seem overwhelming. This 20 minute guided reading lesson breaks down the details and makes it manageable for you!

These adorable sight word fluecny passages will help your kindergarten students memorize their words FAST - print FREE flash cards and assessment checklists over on the blog, plus print freebie activities to try for yourself! Perfect for your classroom guided reading groups - distance learning if you're teaching virtually or kindergarte homeschool #kindergarten #sightwords #kindergartenreading

Figuring out how to successfully organize small group math and reading rotations is tricky. Learn a game-changing solution here!

Colors and Kindergarten: Reading Skills This is a visual for how students work their way up the Reading Ladder. Kindergarten is working within the levels 1 and 2 throughout the year. When working with your child, please focus on these skills so that they have a solid reading foundation. Success is earned and needs to be worked for.

Guided reading with kindergarten students, especially who are non-readers, can be a challenge. This teacher breaks down a guided reading lesson for non-readers and shows you what your time at your guided reading table should look like!

Have you been wondering how-to-use writing journals in kindergarten to practice handwriting, encoding, fine motor, and more? Writing journals are also great for showing growth and development throughout the year! Keep reading for more tips and a Science of Reading aligned FREE printable to help you get started with writing journals in kindergarten!