In our classroom we use the Daily 5 Literacy Program. It consists of the following five components:
1. Read to Yourself-The best way for the student to become a better reader is to practice each day, with books he or she chooses, on their just-right reading level.
2. Read to Someone-Reading to someone allows for more time to practice strategies, helping the student work on fluency and expression, check for understanding, hear their own voice, and share in the learning community.
3. Work on Writing-Just like reading, the best way to become a better writer is to practice writing each day.
4. Listen to Reading-Students hear examples of good literature and fluent reading. They learn more words, thus expanding their vocabulary and becoming better readers.
5. Word Work-Correct spelling allows for more fluent writing, thus speeding up the ability to write and get thinking down on paper. This is an essential foundation for students.
In addition to these components, students will meet with the teacher 2 to 3 times per week for a small guided reading group and 1-2 times per week to conference with the teacher on their writing.
