Independent Reading
Standard: Reading 10- Read and comprehend grade level complex texts.
Expectations & Requirements:
It is an expectation that students are reading independently in middle school English. Students should read at least 20 minutes daily. Students should read a minimum of 4 independent reading level chapter books over the course of the year. Students will complete reading evidence options every few weeks and a project at the end of each semester.
Book & Project Due Dates:
Choosing the Best Books
Students should choose books that are at and above their independent reading level. Students will be tested using the F&P Reading Test and will be given help in finding books to read. Students will also use the PICK method to find books.
Expectations & Requirements:
It is an expectation that students are reading independently in middle school English. Students should read at least 20 minutes daily. Students should read a minimum of 4 independent reading level chapter books over the course of the year. Students will complete reading evidence options every few weeks and a project at the end of each semester.
Book & Project Due Dates:
- 1st Book- 10/29/18
- 2nd Book- 12/21/18 & Semester Project
- 3rd Book- 2/28/19
- 4th Book- 4/30/19 & Semester Project
Choosing the Best Books
Students should choose books that are at and above their independent reading level. Students will be tested using the F&P Reading Test and will be given help in finding books to read. Students will also use the PICK method to find books.
- Purpose… Why do you want to read the text? What is the purpose?
- Interest… Are you interested in the text/topic?
- Comprehension… Do you understand the text?
- Knowledge… Do you know the vocabulary in the text?
Middle School Independent Reading Handbook | |
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Reading Goals | |
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Independent Reading Evidence Options | |
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Independent Reading Semester Project | |
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Reading Annotations | |
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Deeper Thinking Questions (DTQs) | |
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Weekly Reading Log | |
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Close Reading Sheet | |
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Text Connections Sheet | |
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One Pagers | |
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