how to books

The Kindergarteners work together to use words in our classroom and our word library to help guide their writing. An important part of literacy growth is the ability for children to apply their developing skills and strategies independently - and consistently. In our classroom we celebrate the many ways the children have to solve problems on their own. We all get stuck at different times in the day, but when a child is comfortable, confident, and self-directed they are able to access the introduced and modeled tools. Again, the learning environment offers a vital teaching support.

 


Below is a collection of informational texts from a recent writing assessment. The Kindergarteners were asked to plan, write, and publish one piece of writing independently. We reviewed what we know about informational writing before and a few of the children were asked to walk around the room and point out where their peers can go if they get stuck. While we must celebrate the children's growth as literary artists - ensuring we understand the art of writing beyond the 45 minute block in our day - it was exciting to observe as children eagerly embraced the task at hand. Some chose a topic they had previously written about, essentially using a second draft as their assessment piece. Some of the Kindergarteners chose a new topic, while many continued to write about caring for their beloved family pets. Enjoy this small collection of conventional writing, but keep in mind the importance of authentic and meaningful writing occurring throughout each day!

Some teaching points for the children moving forward; use the word library to check your sight words, think about more information you can share with your readers, use details (labels, pictures, words) to teach all that you know! For example; How much kibble does a bunny need, how do you give it to a bunny, does a bunny need water? 

How To Read

By - Keith

1. First you need a book. Then you need words.

2. You read the book. If you can't read the book, you use your powers. You have picture power and sound power.

3. If those powers don't work, use persistence power.

4. Then you can read. Yay!

All About Baseball

By - Owen

1. Baseball is a sport.
2. There are different teams.
3. You need a suit, too.
4. That is all about baseball.

How To Feed a Bunny

By - David

1. Kibble.
2. Then you need vegetables.
3. Grass.
4. Happy Bunny!