Students also analyzed their IR bookmarks, mining them for data about themselves as readers. Based on the data they found, students thought about what they felt good about and what they were not satisfied with. The latter observations were used to formulate a plan for growth/change. These sheets were sent home recently so parents can help keep tabs on these goals.
We used new Time For Kids magazines to practice this specific kind of reading. We talked about how authors refer to people who are mentioned and quoted in an article. We also practiced the active reading that is required for good, complete understanding.
