Not This: Is There Enough Time?
And Is Time Enough to Support Independent Reading
The first sentence in the article states my fundamental belief about reading! "Children learn to read by reading...but not without instructional support." My reading times are the most fun and exciting times during my school day. I believe that I am a confident and proficient reading instructor. I enjoyed reading the article and it certainly gave me a great deal to think about as I move forward this school year, particularly with independent reading and how to squeeze more time into my day for this very important activity.
I certainly agree that independent reading practice is with instructional support is vital everyday in class, however, not at the expense of other essential academic areas. In early childhood, reading is the foundation upon which every other academic area will build. Therefore it makes since that reading activities will consume the majority of our day. I believe however that we must find balance during our day and work smart and not hard. We should find ways to cut down and not cut out.
