Getting Started with the Program for 3-6

Information about classroom set-up, preparing to teach, and accessing all of the online resources.

Getting Ready Checklist

1 & 2. Unpack your materials & learn the books.

3. Prepare your teacher novels.

Label and highlight the teacher copy of each read-aloud novel.

4. Plan your daily schedule.

Schedule time for read-aloud, book clubs, and writing.

5. Set up a meeting area

6. Get ready to teach vocabulary.

7. Get ready for turn and talk

Integrate turn and talk into your read-aloud lessons.

8. Get ready to assess.

Plan formative and summative assessments.

9. Get ready to teach the book clubs.

10. Set up your classroom library.

Tips for setting up your classroom library.

11. Get ready to teach writing.

Writing units teach process writing.

FAQ's

Do I need to purchase any additional items?