As a teacher, I can comfortably say that I am fairly good at what I do. That being said, I am not afraid to admit that there also are many areas of my teaching practice I know I need to improve. One of these key areas is how I teach children how to read, especially those who struggle with reading. It seems like countless times I have had to tell a reluctant student at one time or another to stop moving around, stop talking with classmates, and stay focused on their book when everyone is supposed to be reading. I am still searching for the most effective ways to help reading become more enjoyable and engaging for all.
Below is an excellent article in Scholastic Instructor that illuminates several reasons why many of us teachers fight this battle everyday. One of the most powerful deterrents for reluctant readers comes as no surprise--the pressure of standardized testing. Fear and anxiety about reading in the classroom is another factor that I have been aware of for years--and wish I could remove completely. Reading this article gives me a critical lens through which I can reflect on my own arsenal of strategies for teaching children how to read.
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